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Silence Is Golden For ’Daley Of The Desert’
Fresh from clinching a memorable bronze medal in the 10 Metre Men’s Platform event at this summer’s Olympic Games, London 2012 poster-boy, Tom Daley, 18, has taken a well-deserved break from competition with a heritage-rich, leisure break in Abu Dhabi.
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Sheikha Salama Bint Hamdan Al Nahyan Foundation Launches "Art For All Art Buses"
The Sheikha Salama bint Hamdan Al Nahyan Foundation (SSHF) announced recently the launch of the "Art for All Art Buses", a group of four buses that will be spread across the Abu Dhabi Emirate giving elementary school students the chance to display their artwork.
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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) Mizzat Delivers 2% Dividend
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD), the Number One Bank in the UAE, will distribute 2% dividend to NBAD UAE Distribution Fund - Mizaat (UDF) investors with the option to reinvest the dividend in lieu of a cash payout.
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Etisalat Launches Energy Saving Solution For Sheikh Khalifa Medical City
SKMC is part of the SEHA HealthSystem and is owned and operated by Abu Dhabi Health Services Company PJSC (SEHA).
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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) Exclusive ATM Provider At Formula 1 Venue
Moreover, NBAD ATMs are spread throughout the Island and throughout hotels, Ferrari Park and Permanent Activities Tent.
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Al Hilal Bank, Burjeel Hospital offer free screening as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign in Abu Dhabi
Al Hilal Bank, in collaboration with the Burjeel Hospital, has launched a "Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign" that will deploy a mobile mammography unit in different parts of Abu Dhabi to provide free check up for ladies from October 24 to 28, 2012.
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Dates & Coffee To Welcome Eid Worshippers At Abu Dhabi’s Iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Worshippers celebrating the start of Eid Al Adha at Abu Dhabi’s majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque this Friday will be treated to Arabic coffee and dates after the Salat Al Eid prayers as part of Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority’s (TCA Abu Dhabi) EidFest Abu Dhabi initiative.
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2012 Formula 1TM Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Only A Few Tickets Remain
With more than 93% of tickets to the 2012 Formula 1TM Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix sold, and fewer than 3,000 tickets remaining for purchase, Yas Marina Circuit is urging fans to purchase tickets now to avoid disappointment.
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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) Records AED 3.2 Billion Net Profits In 9 Months
National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) reported a cumulative 7.6% increase in net profits to AED 3,212 million for the first three quarters of 2012 compared with AED 2,984 million earned in the corresponding period of 2011.
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ADAC And Jet Airways Introduce Additional Flights To India
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) and Jet Airways announced the addition of four direct weekly flights between Abu Dhabi International Airport and Bombay Airport in India as of 18th October 2012.
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Etihad Airways Keen To Expand Russian Operations
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is celebrating four years of its non-stop service between Moscow and Abu Dhabi.
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Next Month’s Abu Dhabi Art Welcomes Contemporary Designers, Artists, Architects
They will sit on more than 20 panels and interviews discussing topics such as the search for the ’centre of the Art World’, the vision and architecture of the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and a panel about the complimentary roles played by non-profit and commercial entities in the region.
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Masdar To Develop 15 MW Solar Plant In Mauritania
Masdar announced today the development of a 15-megawatt solar power project in Nouakchott, the capital city of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania.
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To Mark World Diabetes Day: Walk 2012
Come and show that every step counts in embracing a healthy lifestyle. Join thousands to pace up to five kilometres around Yas Marina Circuit in the sixth annual walkathon, Walk 2012 on November 16 this year, just two days after World Diabetes Day.
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New-look Al Ain City Map To Help Visitors Navigate Oasis City’s Growing Heritage And Adventure Attractions
"Our new map features some of the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Al Ain, including the city’s ancient oases with its unique falaj irrigation system and the landmark Al Jahili Fort, one of the UAE’s most historic buildings," said Saeed Al Dhaheri, Tourist Information Manager, TCA Abu Dhabi.
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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) Partners With HCT To Develop Training And Recruitment Programmes
This marks NBAD’s fifth partnership with a University this year to support the Bank’s objectives to strengthen UAE’s academic institutions.
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Online Map, Flight And Car Rental Services Added To VISITABUDHABI.AE
Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) has launched three new digital functionalities - an online map, a flight and car rental search - on its destination website www.visitabudhabi.ae.
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First Gulf Bank (FGB) Q3’2012 Net Profit up 15% to AED 1,054 Million; 9 Months Net Profit up 12% to AED 3,006 Million
One of the most notable areas of growth during Q3’2012 was the increased rate of loans, which rose by 3%, further adding to the growth of 6% which was achieved in H1’2012.
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Etihad Airways Launches Arabic Facebook Page
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today launched its new Arabic language Facebook page to a global audience.
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Discovery of a new oil accumulation by TAQA Contender Well
The well was drilled from TAQA’s North Cormorant platform and the field is expected to be developed under the new field name ’Cormorant East’. Production will be processed through the North Cormorant platform.
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The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD) Appoints Gensler Lead Consultant For Global Head Office In Al Maryah Island
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD), the Number One Bank in the UAE, has appointed Gensler, the leading global architecture and design firm, to design the new NBAD Global Head Office in the heart of the new Abu Dhabi Central Business District on Al Maryah Island.
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HE Obaid Humaid Al Tayer Receives Finance Minister Of The Year Middle East And North Africa For 2012 Award
The award given to HE Al Tayer comes in recognition of his efforts and continuous contributions in the field of financial resources management in order to achieve sustainable and balanced development in the United Arab Emirates.
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Construction Begins On Masdar And International Renewable Energy Agency Headquarters Complex
Masdar announced the awarding of the design and construction contract for its new headquarters complex, which will also house the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).
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Carole Samaha To Perform FREE Concert At TROPFEST ARABIA 2012
TROPFEST Arabia, part of the world’s largest short film festival, has announced today that Lebanese singer Carole Samaha will be performing a FREE concert of her popular hits live at the second edition of TROPFEST Arabia, on 26th October 2012 on the Abu Dhabi Corniche.
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EMAL Employees ’Show The Way’ As Ideas Shortlisted For Prestigious International Scheme Awards
Emirates Aluminium (EMAL) has had eight ideas from its innovative in-house suggestion scheme shortlisted amongst finalists at the prestigious 26th Ideas UK conference taking place at Bristol Hotel on the 7th and 8th November.
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Leona Lewis set for Chequered Flag Ball
Internationally acclaimed British solo artist Leona Lewis will grace the red carpet at this year’s star-studded Chequered Flag Ball in Abu Dhabi on November 2.
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Top Theatre, Amazing Attractions And Red Hot Bands Ready To Rock Eidfest Abu Dhabi Celebrations
Red hot attraction offers, award-winning artists, engaging theatrical shows and exhilarating exhibitions all combine later this week for an exciting EidFest Abu Dhabi running 26-29th October.
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Abu Dhabi Customs Foils Attempt To Smuggle More Than 13 Million Saudi Riyals Through Al Ghuwaifat Border
Inspectors of Al Ghuwaifat border Customs were able to foil an African man’s attempt to smuggle more than 13 million Saudi Riyals (SR) through the UAE’s land port.
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Image Nation Abu Dhabi’s First Emirati Production ’Sea Shadow’ Takes Flight on GCC Airlines
Image Nation Abu Dhabi’s first local production, ’Sea Shadow’, has been selected to screen onboard leading regional airlines Etihad, Emirates, flydubai, Oman Air, and Qatar Airways.
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Mastech To Stay On Board Gulf Maritime
MASTECH is organized by MAST an alumni association of naval architects graduated from the department of ship technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kerala, India.
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120,000 Visitors To The Abu Dhabi Science Festival
The 11-day Festival attracted more than 120,000 visitors, an increase of 20 per cent on 2011. Over 20,000 students from 224 schools attended through organized tours coordinated with the Abu Dhabi Education Council, up 33 per cent on last year.
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UAE, Russia Discuss Ways To Boost Ties
His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, on ways to boost the bilateral relations and cooperation ties between the two friendly countries.
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Insead Expands Global Executive MBA Programme In The Middle East
Now in its third year, INSEAD’s Global Executive MBA programme in Abu Dhabi has seen participant numbers increase by 50% from 30 to 46, compared to last year, reflecting the rising demand for executive education in the region.
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du Partners With World Energy Forum To Support UAE’s Progression To Sustainability
In its support of the World Energy Forum - to be hosted by Dubai’s Supreme Council of Energy (SCE) from 22 - 24 October, 2012 - du is affirming its commitment to promoting sustainability practices in the UAE, said Ahmad Bin Byat, the telecom’s Chairman.
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Last Chance For Children To Build And Race Hydrogene-Powered Cars At ADSF
Future car racing engineers put their skills to the test by building a hydrogen powered car and racing it on a racetrack against their friends in a workshop that highlights the incredible wonders of science and green energy at the Abu Dhabi Science Festival 2012.
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HH Sheikh Abdullah Al Nahyan Delivers Keynote Address
Hundreds of Emirati students from across the United Arab Emirates gathered at Zayed University October 16 for the annual Youth Forum hosted by Mubadala, the Abu Dhabi based investment and development company.
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Etihad Airways Signs New Codeshare Deal With Garuda Indonesia
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today signed a new codeshare agreement with the Indonesian flag carrier, Garuda Indonesia.
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Jury Members Meet to Select 2013 Winners of the Zayed Future Energy Prize
Jury members of the Zayed Future Energy Prize, the world’s preeminent award for innovation in renewable energy and sustainability, have selected the 2013 winners.
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Nuclear Desalination Best Step Forward for UAE, Says Masdar Institute Faculty
The UAE’s water and energy security will receive a major boost if the desalination plants can be linked to nuclear power.
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’Alonso Out To Put The Record Straight In Abu Dhabi’ Says Jordan
Fernando Alonso won’t give up his F1 title chances this year without a huge fight, says former F1 boss and television pundit Eddie Jordan.
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Return Of The Giants: World Top Two In Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship Showdown
The world’s top two players, Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods, will head an all-star cast of the biggest names in golf at the eighth annual Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship - running January 17-20 at Abu Dhabi Golf Club.
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UAE Signs Initial Agreement With Japan To Avoid Double Taxation On Income
The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Finance (MoF), recently signed an initial agreement with Japan to avoid double taxation on income at the Ministry of Finance - Japan in Tokyo.
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Delight For Abba Fans As Agnetha Makes Music Again
ABBA’s Agnetha Faltskog has announced that she is returning to the recording studio after an eight year hiatus, but fans’ hopes for a reunion were quickly quashed by ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus who denied that the group would ever reform.
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Abu Dhabi’s Masdar Institute Gaining Status in Attracting Talented Faculty from Across the World
The presence of Dr. Al Hinai reflects Masdar Institute’s efforts to strengthen ties with GCC countries, while reiterating the status of the Abu Dhabi-based institution as a destination for regional scientists keen on conducting cutting-edge research.
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