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Municipality Of Abu Dhabi City Wins Environment Award Of Euro-Arab Cooperation Center
The Municipality of Abu Dhabi City has won the Environment Award 2010 of Euro-Arab Cooperation Center in recognition of its excellent efforts in protecting the environment and promoting the environmental resources.
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Q1 Duty Free Spend Outpaces Passenger Growth At Abu Dhabi Airport By +12.3%
ADAC anticipates that 2010 will also be another record year in terms of travel retail sales with the year-end forecast of over USD160m suggested by the airports operator.
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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Makes More than One Condé Nast Traveller Hot Lists 2010
The top hotels are chosen by the magazine’s editors and travel experts based on service, location, facilities, as well as ambience and design.
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Audi Abu Dhabi New Car Sales Reflect Brand Status
"Audi Abu Dhabi sales figures rose by 31.7% compared to January through March 2009. This translates to 237 units out of a total 1,579 cars sold in the Middle East," according to Andrew Hellyar, Brand Manager of Audi Abu Dhabi.
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Japanese Sakura Festival launched in Abu Dhabi
The Japanese Sakura Festival has been launched at the Formal Park of Abu Dhabi Corniche. Hosted by Abu Dhabi Municipality over 4 weeks, the festival features a host of diverse activities as well as cultural and artistic shows depicting modern life and authentic Japanese traditions.
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Go-Green.ae Promotes ’Earth Day’ In The Region
According to Sharad Agarwal, Founder of Go-Green.ae, "Earth Day 2010 is a pivotal opportunity for individuals, corporations and governments to join together and create a global green economy.
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Update on Etihad Services To The UK and EUROPE
Etihad Airways confirmed today that it had recommenced its full scheduled operations following the opening of all UK and European airports yesterday.
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Mubadala Reaches Financial Close On US$2.5 Billion 3 year Revolving Credit Facility
Mubadala Development Company (Mubadala) has announced financial close on a new US$2.5 billion 3-year corporate multi-currency revolving credit facility with 21 international financial institutions. Having received over US$4.0 billion in commitments, each lender was allocated approximately US$119 mil
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Flash Entertainment Scoop A Double Victory At The Sound & Stage Middle East Awards 2010
The team at Flash Entertainment is celebrating a double victory this week, after walking away with two coveted titles at the Sound and Stage Middle East Awards 2010.
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EAD Organizes A Workshop On Inventory Of Greenhouse Gas Emissions In The Emirate Of Abu Dhabi
A large number of representatives from various organisations at the local and federal level attended and issued important recommendations.
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Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation Files License Applications And Environmental Assessment For UAE Civil Nuclear Power Program
The preferred site is located at Braka in the Western Region of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi on the Arabian Gulf, approximately 53 kilometers west-southwest of the city of Ruwais.
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National Bank Of Abu Dhabi Added To Sponsor Roster For Next Week’s Latin America Mid-East Investors Forum In Abu Dhabi: Open To The Press
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi is the newest sponsor of next week’s Latin America Mid-East Investors Forum, a move that reinforces the growing bond between Latin America and the Middle East in a number of areas including agribusiness, real estate, infrastructure, oil, renewables and more.
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Update #9: Etihad Airways Flight Disruptions - 11.00am, April 21
Etihad Airways has said that due to a number of airports reopening in Europe and the UK, the situation has improved for the airline, and it is has recommenced operating a number of flights to the region.
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Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council Awards Al Qudra Real Estate National Housing Program Project In Al Ain
Al Qudra Real Estate (AQRE) has been awarded the project development contract for the first phase of its Ain Al Fayda (AAF) master-community project; a government villa program intended to fill the ever-expanding local Emirati housing needs in Al Ain.
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Foundation Laid For CityBuild Success
The inaugural CityBuild Abu Dhabi trade exhibition for the building and construction industry which closed today (21 April 2010) laid the foundation for new business opportunities in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, according to organisers and participants.
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UAE To Participate In Obama’s Presidential Summit On Entrepreneurship In Washington
Participants represent a broad and diverse spectrum of backgrounds, from social and economic entrepreneurs and stakeholders in the entrepreneurship ecosystem, to lenders and educators.
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ALHOSN University Architecture Student Wins Design Competition At Gulf Education & Training Exhibition
ALHOSN’s students were challenged to design innovative display spaces that would communicate effectively with exhibition visitors.
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Volcano Crisis Cost Airlines $1.7 Billion
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimated that the Icelandic volcano crisis cost airlines more than $1.7 billion in lost revenue through Tuesday-six days after the initial eruption.
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Real Estate Sector Defines Investment Objectives At Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2010 Conference
Cityscape Abu Dhabi, the largest gathering of real estate professionals in the Middle East, focuses on growth opportunities in the Gulf’s thriving property markets.
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Stranded Passengers Get Courtesy Trips To Abu Dhabi’s Top Attractions
Irishman Mathew Kelly who was stranded on Saturday morning said the delay was a "blessing in disguise" and it gave him the chance to get to know more about Abu Dhabi.
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Stability Returning To Real Estate Market
Mid-range residential rental and the retail property sectors were identified as having the greatest investment potential during a high level investment and finance panel debate at the Cityscape Abu Dhabi conference.
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Update #8: Etihad Airways Flight Disruptions - 5.00pm, April 20
Etihad Airways flight cancellations remain in place to destinations in Europe and the UK until further notice, due to airports remaining closed following the spread of volcanic ash.
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TDIC showcases Saadiyat Beach Apartments at Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2010
Tourism Development and Investment Company (TDIC), the master developer of cultural, residential and tourism destinations in Abu Dhabi, today unveiled the full plans and designs for the Saadiyat Beach Apartments, with all 495 phase one apartments due to open for leasing in Q2 2011, and for completio
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National Statistics Center Partners With Ministry Of Environment To Develop Environment Data Base
The National Statistics Center signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Environment to develop a common environmental database.
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Abu Dhabi Airport Sees 13.8% Increase In Passenger Traffic In Q1 2010
The month of March alone saw similar growth trends with a +13.4% increase in passenger traffic, +23.4% on cargo, and +15.1% on aircraft movements.
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Thousands Expected On 2nd Al Gharbia Watersports Festival
Excitement is already building among competitors and visitors in anticipation for the opening ceremony of the 2nd annual Al Gharbia Watersports Festival, scheduled for Thursday evening.
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Zayed Sports City And Abu Dhabi Figure Skating Team Committee Announce 4th Annual Figure Skating Event
Zayed Sports City and the Abu Dhabi Figure Skating Team Committee have announced their 4th annual figure skating event: A Night at the Oscars to be held on the 30th April at 4:30pm in the Abu Dhabi Ice Rink of Zayed Sports City.
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Abu Dhabi Festival 2010 Leaves Cultural Legacy To Inspire Capital All Year Round
The Abu Dhabi Festival 2010, organised by the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF), has come to a close following a three-week whirlwind tour through many cultural genres.
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Hydra Properties To Offer 50 Residential Units In Marina Square For Delivery In June 2010
Hydra Properties will now offer some of its earliest customers the opportunity to relocate investments to one of the Marina Heights I apartments, should they wish accelerated delivery of homes.
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Ministry Of Interiors To Organize First Forum For Protectors Of Women And Child’s Rights
An exhibition showcasing publications on culture of rights of woman and child issued by 11 departments in the ministries, corporations and foundations will be held at the sideline of the event.
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Etihad Airways Reinstates Services To Milan
Etihad Airways has reinstated services to Milan, following the volcanic ash which suspended services to UK, Russian Federation and European services this week.
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Abu Dhabi To Host French Travel Agents Union Convention
The convention will be led by SNAV Paris Ile de France’s President Mrs Michele Herbaut and a delegate profile which includes 100 agency directors, the presidents of the six main travel retail agency networks and French travel trade media representatives.
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Burj Khalifa - A ’True Icon’
The awards were made during a gala dinner at Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi, on Sunday 18 April 2010 attended by senior executives and personalities from the international real estate industry.
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Exeed Industries Showcases Group Entities At Citybuild Abu Dhabi 2010
Dr. Ahmad Khayyat, Chief Executive Officer, Exeed Industries, said: "We are pleased to participate in CityBuild Abu Dhabi 2010 that has brought together key industry leaders.
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Aldar Reports Significant Progress In Al Raha Beach Infrastructure
Utilities installation is progressing well in the Eastern Precinct of Al Raha Beach, which covers the area from the Yas Island tunnel to the iconic HQ building adjacent to the Al Raha Beach Hotel.
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Update #7: Etihad Airways Flight Disruptions - 5.00pm, April 19
Etihad Airways flight cancellations remain in place to destinations in Europe and the UK until further notice, as airports remain closed due to the spread of volcanic ash.
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Barcelona Art On Show In Abu Dhabi
Barcelona Art, a four day exhibition of paintings and ceramics, is currently being staged at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
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Abu Dhabi Ship Building General Assembly Approves AED 21.2 Million Cash Dividends For 2009
The General Assembly of Abu Dhabi Ship Building has announced that it has approved cash dividends of AED 21.2 million for the year ended 31st December 2009.
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First Nike Store Opens In Abu Dhabi
Sports and fashion enthusiasts across Abu Dhabi need look no further for all their sporting needs as Nike opened its first store in the emirate today, in Abu Dhabi Mall. This brings the total number of Nike stores across the UAE to 5.
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Jotun’s Cutting Edge Paint Technology Supports Abu Dhabi’s ’Green’ Building And Construction Initiatives
The development of the iconic ’Masdar City’ is a testament to Abu Dhabi’s firm resolve towards sustainability and environment friendly development, which is in turn driving the demand for products that offer environmental credentials.
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Abu Dhabi Authority For Culture And Heritage Publishes Book Of Saudi Poetess
The title of the work is "Divorce and Kholu’ Poetry - A Reading of the Status of Women in Tribal Society - Nabati Poetry as a Witness". Kholu’ is the process of initiating divorce by Muslim women.
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Etihad To Commence Services To Iraq
James Hogan, Etihad Airways Chief Executive, said: "We are committed to building and strengthening ties in our region and we are pleased that Etihad will be the first airline in the UAE to fly to Iraq.
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’Heroes Of The UAE’ Campaign Calls On Private Sector To Take Action On Climate Change
The Heroes of the UAE campaign’s Private Sector programme calls on businesses to play their part in tackling climate change by adopting more sustainable business practices.
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Al Habtoor Group And Royal Jet Signs An Aircraft Management Deal
UAE-based business conglomerate Al Habtoor Group has formally signed an Aircraft Management Agreement with the Abu Dhabi based Royal Jet - the international luxury flight services company.
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