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EGA’s STEM Programme For Schools Reaches 10,000 Student Participants Since Launch
Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, today announced that its programme to encourage young people to study and eventually pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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Clinching Two Global Benchmarking, Innovation Awards
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has scooped two reputed international awards amid high local, regional and global competitors.
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DFSA Regulatory Sandbox Accepts Seven New Firms Into Its Latest Cohort
The Dubai Financial Services Authority ("DFSA") announced the acceptance of seven new firms into its cohort process, which permits companies to apply for an Innovation Testing Licence ("ITL").
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Holding Innovation In BIM Summit On The Sidelines Of Big 5 Show
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with the British Standards Institute (BSI), has recently held Innovation in Building Information Modelling (BIM) Summit.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Launches ’Fifty-Year Charter’ To Improve Life In Dubai
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the ’Fifty-Year Charter’ which promises to improve all aspects of life in Dubai in 2019.
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Taqyimee Smart Application Organises Work Of Real Estate Valuators In Dubai
The announcement of Taqyimee’s launch was attended by HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD; HE Marwan bin Ghalita, CEO of RERA; and the CEOs of DLD’s sectors.
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Emirates Announces The Appointment Of 10 UAE Nationals To Key Commercial Positions In The Middle East, GCC And Africa
Emirates has announced a number of appointments to its commercial operations team across the Middle East, GCC and Africa, further demonstrating the airline’s commitment to strengthening its long-term commercial strategy and offer across these regions.
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DED And Emaar Hospitality Group Partner To Promote ’Instant Licence’ Service For Businesses In Dubai
The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai, is partnering with Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of global developer Emaar Properties PJSC.
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Dubai Police Launches ’Policeman In Your Neighbourhood’
The e-volunteering platform announcement was made during an open-meeting with Dubai Police’s volunteers at Dubai Officers Club, in the presence of number of officers and cadets.
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Etisalat Digital Accelerates Adoption Of Artificial Intelligence And Blockchain In The Region
Future Now, the innovation programme of Etisalat, has signed agreements with four scaleups to develop Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain solutions following the successful Dubai Future Accelerators programme.
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DXB Welcomed 6.9m Customers In November
Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 6.9 million customers in November 2018, bringing the hub’s year to date traffic to 81.4 million passengers.
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Union Coop And Dubai Women Association Sign MoU
The Memorandum was signed by Engr. Madiya Al Marri, Director of Properties and Projects Division, Union Coop on behalf of the CEO - H.E. Khalid Humaid Bin Diban Al Falasi and Ms Fatima Ahmed Al Abdullah, Director, Dubai Women Association, Al Khawaneej Branch, Dubai.
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Legendary Conservationist Jane Goodall To Share "Reasons For Hope" At Event Hosted By Emirates Literature Foundation
Jane Goodall, the world’s foremost authority on chimpanzees and leading conservationist, will be speaking at the DIFC in Dubai on Saturday 19 January.
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DIFC’s FinTech Hive Cements Collaboration With UK’s Innovate Finance
Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Innovate Finance, an independent membership association that is at the heart of the UK’s FinTech ecosystem, to cement cooperation and collaboration between the UK and Dubai FinTech ecosystems.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Academy Of Scientists Holds 2nd Annual Meeting
The second annual meeting of the Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists kicks off on Monday with more than 150 scientists and researchers in attendance from throughout the world.
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Dubai Records New Global Milestone In Reducing Water Network Losses
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has made a new world record by reducing losses in its water networks to 6.6 per cent, compared to 15 per cent in North America, making it one of the lowest in the world.
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Smart Dubai Launches 3rd Global Blockchain Challenge
The Challenge seeks to source innovative Blockchain start-ups from around the world and bring them to Dubai, which, in turn, further establishes the emirate as an international capital for Blockchain technology.
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’In Safe Hands’ Dubai Taxi Lifts 19k Riders In 11k Trips In 2018
RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) revealed that ’In Safe Hands’ service had been very popular in 2018, lifting about 19 thousand passengers in 11 thousand trips.
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Emirates NBD Announces VAT-Based Loan Solution For SME Customers
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region has announced the launch of a new VAT-based enhanced loan solution for small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) customers.
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5 Million People Used The UAE’s National Portal In 2018
The official portal of the UAE Government witnessed significant increase in its users, touching 5 million in 2018. Compared to the number of users in 2017, the figure tripled in just one year.
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Supporting Dubai Taxi With 1090 Taxis Including 776 Hybrid Vehicles
The Board of Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), chaired by HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of RTA.
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US Delegation Visits Dubai To Review Its Real Estate Experience
Dubai Land Department (DLD) will receive a delegation from the USA representing government and private institutions and comprising more than 150 real estate agents and 11 investors who are seeking investment opportunities in Dubai.
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DED Implements Automatic Fine Settlement To Enhance Ease Of Business And Sustainability
The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced an automatic settlement facility for traders eligible for 50% reduction on commercial fines.
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Hamdan Bin Mohamed Cruise Terminal welcome 2.3 million tourists since the inauguration in 2014
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Cruise Terminal is the biggest cruise terminal in the world in term of size and handling capacity.
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Customers Council Holds Open House For Franchise Companies
The Customers Council of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held its 98th annual gathering devoted to franchise companies operating in Dubai. The session also discussed means of improving services to clients of commercial transport activities.
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New Year, New Destination: The Pointe At Palm Jumeirah Launches 2019 Entertainment Programme
The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s newest dining and leisure destination, has launched its entertainment programme for 2019, kicking off with dancing robots and a children’s activity zone this weekend.
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UK Office Of Rail & Road Praises High Efficiency Of Dubai Rail Network
The UK Office of Rail and Road (ORR) commended the efficiency of the Dubai rail network comprising the metro and tram. The statement was made following the final annual review conducted by a team from ORR in 2018.
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Australia’s Socceroos And Expo 2020 Celebrate The Unifying Power Of Sport
Just like World Expos, sport has the power to bring together people from all backgrounds and cultures, which is why Australia’s national football team, the Socceroos, kicked off 2019 and the UAE’s Year of Tolerance with a crossbar challenge at Expo 2020 Dubai.
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Launching Mobile Customers’ Happiness Centre
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the Mobile Customer’s Happiness Center in the form of a coach fitted with sophisticated devices to deliver mobile services to end users.
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Dubai Duty Free Annual Sales Reach Dhs7.356 Billion (US$2.015 Billion)
The New Year began on a high note for Dubai Duty Free with the operation announcing annual sales for 2018 of Dhs7.356 billion (US$2.015 billion),representing a 4.31% increase over the previous year.
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Dubai’s mass transit carry 2 million passengers on New Year eve
More than two million passengers used Dubai’s public transport system on the eve of New Year, a 10 per cent increase over last year’s total ridership, according to the Roads and Transport Authority.
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Mohammed bin Rashid signs Dubai’s Public Budget Law for 2019 with AED 56.8 billion expenditure
In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has signed the Public Budget Law for the year 2019, with an expenditure of AED 56.8 billion.
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1,882 "Instant Licences" Issued To Date In Dubai, Says DED
The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai reported that 1,882 Instant Licences, which are issued within five minutes, were issued after the service was launched in July 2017 to the End of 2018.
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RTA Launches Mobile Customers’ Happiness Centre
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the Mobile Customer’s Happiness Center in the form of a coach fitted with sophisticated devices to deliver mobile services to end users.
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DUBAI TOURISM To Launch ONLY IN DUBAI End-To-End Destination Experiences
One of the key pillars of Dubai’s Tourism Vision 2022-2025, the "Only in Dubai" set of initiatives will deliver authentic and world-class end-to-end destination experiences across travel touchpoints that are tailored to relevant segments of tourists.
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Dubai Gold And Commodities Exchange Breaks Annual Volumes Record
The Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange, DGCX, announced today that it has rounded off a highly successful 2018 by breaking its annual volumes record, trading 22.26 million contracts, up 28 per cent from the previous year.
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The UAE mesmerises the world with spectacular NYE Gala 2019 in Downtown Dubai
With a never-before-seen spectacle of fireworks and laser displays on the iconic Burj Khalifa, Emaar mesmerised the world with its NYE Gala in Dubai to usher in 2019.
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Dubai’s Mass Transit Carry 2 Million Riders On New Year’s Eve With 10% Increase Over Last Year
The number of public transport riders during the New Year’s Eve 2019 celebrations reached (2,100,000) riders, registering a (10%) increase over last year’s total ridership.
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2018: A Year Of Strategic Growth For DP World With A Focus On New Technology And Sustainable Solutions
The headline projects were the launch of DP World Cargospeed with Virgin Hyperloop One and taking over leadership of the technology company, digital transformation of business operations across the global portfolio.
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Dubai To Host Global Investment In Aviation Summit On January 28
The first edition of the Global Investment in Aviation Summit (GIAS 2019) is set to take place in Dubai on 28th and 29th January, 2019, with the participation of the largest ever gathering of aviation ministers and heads of civil aviation authorities from around the world.
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Emirates Islamic Launches Cardless Cash Withdrawal Feature Via Its Mobile Banking App
As part of its commitment to provide the best customer experience in digital banking, Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has introduced Cardless Cash Withdrawal - a unique feature available on the Bank’s Mobile Banking App.
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Emiratis To Be Trained To Join Financial, Banking Sectors
He made these remarks during a recent meeting with a group of UAE nationals studying at the Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies, EIBFS, on the sidelines of the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry and EIBFS.
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Dubai Police Introduce Forensic Entomology Database
The General Department of Forensics at Dubai Police has recently introduced a specialised forensic entomology database to provide the force’s investigators with solid scientific evidence whenever required.
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Memorandum Of Understanding Signed Between Bosna Bank International And Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre
Bosna Bank International is the first Shari’ah-compliant bank in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Southeast Europe. It launched operations in 2000 with its shareholders - the Islamic Development Bank Group, Dubai Islamic Bank and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank.
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First Hybrid Abra Launched In Dubai
The Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, Mattar Al Tayer has launched the test run of the first hybrid abra; preserving the authentic design and features of the traditional abra.
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Gulfood Starts February 17 In Dubai
Celebrating its 24th edition in 2019, Gulfood is the world’s largest annual food, beverage and hospitality exhibition which attracts F&B professionals from all over the world to Dubai.
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New Year Holiday For Private Sector Announced
Tuesday, 1st January, 2019, will be a public holiday for the private sector to mark the New Year, according to a circular issued by Nasser bin Thani Al Hamli, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
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Emaar And TikTok Sign MoU To Explore Collaboration Opportunities To Shape Innovative Lifestyle Experiences
The partnership represents a major milestone for TikTok in the Middle East and a commitment by both parties to deliver Emaar’s memorable, world-class lifestyle experiences to TikTok’s global community of users.
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UAE Hosts MSS Multilateral Coordination Meeting
The UAE, represented by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, TRA, hosted in Dubai the seventh mobile-satellite service, MSS, multilateral coordination meeting (MLM-7), with the participation of Russia, United Kingdom, Japan and Indonesia.
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Dubai Customs Wins Organisation-Wide Innovation Award
Dubai Customs has crowned its achievements in 2018 by winning the 2nd Organisation - Wide Innovation Award from the Global Organisational Excellence Congress, hosted by Abu Dhabi in December 2018.
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Dubai RTA Announces Recommendations Of The 5th Dubai International Project Management Forum
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed the findings and recommendations of the 5th Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) 2018 under the theme ’Building Nations’ as it coincided with the Year of Zayed.
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DEWA To Develop Innovative Solutions Using AI
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has signed a memorandum of understanding, MoU, with Whizkey Future labs, a start-up company, to develop innovative and futuristic solutions to disrupt the current electricity and water utility business models.
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People Of Determination Encouraged To Take Part In ’Kisaa’ Campaign
The Ministry of Community Development, MoCD, in cooperation with ENOC and Social Hub, an Emirati platform dedicated to promoting community, cultural and volunteering events.
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Hamdan Bin Mohammed Approves Dubai Sports Council’s 4th Sports Events Ranking System
Dubai World Cup, DP World Tour Championship and the Dubai Tour - three of Dubai’s biggest sporting events – have retained their 5-star rating in the fourth edition of Dubai Sports Council’s Sports Events Ranking System, while the Gov Games received the top rating on its first attempt.
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Dubai Chamber Calls For A Strengthening Of Economic Ties Between UAE And Azerbaijan
Enhancing bilateral trade and investment opportunities between the UAE and Azerbaijan was the topic under discussion at the Annual Networking Reception hosted at Dubai Chamber’s representative office in Baku.
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Dubai Sports City Announces New Partnership With Clark Francis Tennis Academy
The UAE’s leading tennis coaching company, CF Tennis Academy will take over operations of DSC’s four professional standard tennis courts and will serve players of all ages and abilities as part of the three-year deal.
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Etisalat Seals Strategic Partnership With Azizi Developments
Etisalat and Azizi Developments today announced a partnership that would enable customers to get eLife services right at their doorstep.
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Dubai Tourism Launches Initiative To Better Serve People Of Determination
The Dubai College of Tourism, DCT, an institution established by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, has announced the launch of a training programme to teach individuals working with tourists to provide the best level of customer service to people of determination.
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Dubai Tourism And H.I.S. Co. Form Strategic Partnership To Promote Japanese Travel To Dubai
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) and H.I.S. Co., Ltd., one of Japan’s leading travel agencies, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Tokyo to confirm a strategic collaboration between the two entities.
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DED launches ‘Dubai Economic Report 2018’ to highlight growth prospects and support future strategies
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has launched the ‘Dubai Economic Report 2018,’ which reviews the major macro- and sectoral level economic developments and growth in the emirate during 2017.
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Dubai Government Workshop drives sustainability efforts in government sector
Reflecting its commitment to creating and maintaining a sustainable environment, which forms a pillar of the National Agenda in line with the UAE Vision 2021, the Dubai Government Workshop (DGW), announced the integration of latest solutions aimed at promoting environmental sustainability in its ser
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Real Estate Regulatory Agency Streamlines Governance of Owners Associations
Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), in its role as the umbrella entity forproperty owners associations in Dubai, signed an agreement with Noor Bank to manage and service the accounts of these owners associations in a professional manner.
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’Customer Satisfaction on the Rise’ : Federal Tax Authority Surveys Visitors About Tax Refunds for Tourists Scheme
The inspection tours conducted by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) have revealed that customer satisfaction with the Tax Refunds for Tourists Scheme’s electronic system is on the rise.
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Dubai Health Authority launches Year of Zayed Insurance Card project
The Year of Zayed Insurance card will cover a maximum sum of AED 150,000 per person insured.
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Omega Dubai Desert Classic Announces New Partnership With BMW
Regarded as the region’s premier golfing event, the Omega Dubai Desert Classic will celebrate its 30th edition in January 2019.
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Emirates brings iconic Asian Cup trophy to Dubai ahead of AFC Cup 2019
Emirates, the official airline partner of the Asian Football Confederation, AFC, and the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 has flown the iconic AFC Asian Cup trophy to Dubai ahead of the much-anticipated tournament.
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RTA to issue redesigned vehicle number plates from 1st January, 2019
The Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has announced that effective from the 1st January, 2019 - it will start issuing the new generation of the redesigned vehicle number plates at the time of registration renewal and the processing of plate-replacement transactions.
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Nasdaq Dubai welcomes listing of US$200 million Sukuk by Emirate of Sharjah
Nasdaq Dubai has welcomed the listing of a US$200 million Sukuk issued by the Emirate of Sharjah. It is the Emirate’s second Sukuk listing on the exchange this year, following a US$1 billion listing in March.
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DFSA Regulations On Collective Investment Funds Regime Eased
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has announced that changes to its Collective Investment Funds (CIF) regime, on which the DFSA consulted in October last year, came into force yesterday coinciding with the enactment of the DIFC Companies Law 2018 (Companies Law).
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Gov Games Return In April 2019
The second edition of the Gov Games, an initiative conceived by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, will return to Dubai from 3rd-6th April 2019.
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Dubai Residents To Celebrate Two Exclusive Promotions For Gold And Diamond Jewellery: Dubai Shopping Festival
With over 300 participating outlets, jewellery shoppers can make the most with two big promotions that will ensure a grand winning opportunity for all.
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Dubai Adds Spanish Cruise Line To Homeporting Roster
Reaffirming Dubai’s position as the ’Cruise Hub of the Region’, Horizon was one of five cruise ships to arrive in-port on Frida,y 7th December, bringing in a total of over 25,000 cruise tourists to the emirate in a single day.
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Dubai Land Department Organises ’Dubai Real Estate Sector Profile’ Forum
The forum included the launch of the "Deraya" report and the annual performance report of the real estate sector 2018.
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DXB Entertainments Signs Strategic Partnership With Dubai Duty Free
DXB Entertainments, the largest listed leisure and entertainment company in the region, has signed a strategic partnership with Dubai Duty Free to promote Dubai Parks and Resorts to passengers arriving at all three Dubai International Airport terminals.
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Dubai’s Investment Corporation Achieves 10.0 Billion Net Profit In H1 2018
Investment Corporation of Dubai, ICD, has announced its consolidated financial results for the six month period ended 30th June, 2018, having achieved revenues of AED115.1 billion and net profit of AED10.0 billion.
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Live Nation And WASLA Bring The Best Regional Talent Together On March 1, 2019 At Burj Park
Live Nation and WASLA are teaming up yet again to gather leading Arabic alternative artists together in Dubai for what promises to be a feast of the very best regional talent setting the Arab music world alight at the moment.
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’The Best Minister Award’ Reflects Future Government Philosophy: Mohammed Al Gergawi
Al Gergawi noted that this collaboration to select the world’s best minister reaffirms the summit’s commitment to exploring ministerial experiences, and celebrating innovative models that have propelled government work, paving the way for the Governments of the Future.
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Dubai South Honors Companies For Successful Implementation Of ’Safety At Heights’ Campaign
Mr. Ramesh Narayanan, Manager of OHSSE, highlighted that from January 2018 to December, Dubai South achieved 35.8 million man-hours without any serious accidents or lost time incidents within the construction sites at Dubai South.
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Dubai Government Workshop Holds Meeting Aimed At Developing New Vision And Objectives For Its ’Strategic Plan 2019 - 2023’
Dubai Government Workshop (DGW) recently conducted a meeting aimed towards creating and developing a new vision and strategic objectives that can help serve the goals of Dubai 2021.
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ICC Announces Official Sponsor For The 2019 International Cricket
Cricket has always been central to Royal Stag’s brand communication. Over the years, the brand’s continuous association with the world’s top cricketers has bolstered its engagement with cricket lovers across the globe.
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Ghassan Aboud Honored with Award for Excellence in International Business
Dubai based international entrepreneur and philanthropist Ghassan Aboud was awarded for ’Excellence in International Business’ at the 2018 Enterprise Agility Awards.
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Dubai DED Issues 1,748 New Licenses In November
The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 1,748 new licenses during November 2018, as Dubai remained a destination of choice for investment in diverse business sectors.
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E-Vision Launches ’Spirit Of The Union’ Channel 47
E-Vision, a fully owned subsidiary of Etisalat, launched ’Spirit of the Union’ channel 47 on eLife to commemorate the 47th National Day.
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Paper Arabia 2018 to open tomorrow
Studies indicate that each year, around 8 million metric tons of plastic enter the world’s oceans.
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International Halal Accreditation Forum Inks Deal With International Organisations To Boost Global Halal Market
IHAF is an independent, non-government network of accreditation agencies mandated to enforce halal standards in their countries and regions. Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, IHAF now has 31 members across six continents.
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DED Brings In Major Transformation To Its Digital Workspace
With a vision to drive workforce innovation and transform organisational processes, the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dell EMC.
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UAE Students Win Top Awards At International Math Competition In Malaysia
Students from the UAE did the country proud at the recently held 23rd UCMAS International Competition 2018 winning top awards among approximately 3000 competitors from 40 countries across the world.
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Bluewaters Turns Into Santa’s Secret Island For The Festive Season
Visitors to Bluewaters, the unique island destination by Meraas, can enjoy a white winter this year at The Wharf, Bluewaters’ retail district, donning seasonal colours to transform into Santa’s Secret Island.
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flydubai Announces New Fare Structure Offering Passengers More Choice
Dubai-based flydubai launches new fare types offering passengers more choice when travelling in Economy. The new fare types are applicable for all bookings made from 02 December onwards and allows passengers to choose between Lite.
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Federal Tax Authority Completes Preparations For Launching Phase Two Of Tax Refunds For Tourists Scheme On Sunday
Phase two comes on the heels of the previous phase of implementing the nation-wide Scheme, which went into effect on November 18, 2018, covering the Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah international airports.
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Meteor Shower Visible On Friday: International Astronomical Centre
Astronomers and astronomy lovers are preparing to observe a meteor shower that occurs every year on 14th December.
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E2 Dubai South Launches Virtual Reality Venue Experience
The tour displays a 360-degree view of the modern centre’s interior and allows users to enjoy an exciting virtual experience.
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CBUAE And Central Bank Of China Meet To Enhance Renminbi Clearing In The UAE
The aim of the workshop is to present the results achieved by the RMB Clearing Centre to date, and to identify the actions to be taken to improve the arrangements for Renminbi clearing in the UAE.
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DFM Briefs Private Businesses About Listing Opportunity On Its ’Second Market’
The Dubai Financial Market, DFM, has organised a roundtable about the listing opportunity on its "Second Market" Platform, in cooperation with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Dubai Entrepreneurs Council.
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DFSA Hosts Authorisation Outreach And Stakeholder Roundtable
Key regulatory priorities discussed at this event included combating financial crimes and digitalisation, in line with the Dubai Government initiatives, whilst ensuring that services remain outward focused, relevant and responsive to a changing market.
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UAE Wins Five Gold Medals For Stamps In Bangkok, Thailand
The Emirates Philatelic Association, EPA, participated in the THAILAND 2018 World Stamp Exhibition, which was held from 28th November to 3rd December, 2018.
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Dubai Tourism Highlights Importance Of Digital Maturity, Revenue Management In Hospitality Sector
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has unveiled a third-party research report on the digital maturity of hotels in the emirate, with the objective of further improving the competitiveness of the travel and tourism industry.
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The 8th International District Cooling Conference & Tradeshow To Kick Off In Dubai On Monday, 10 December
An in-depth, special master class on microgrids will be one of the pre-event highlights of the 8th International District Energy Association (IDEA) District Cooling Conference and Tradeshow which will be conducted on December 9, 2018 in Dubai.
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Head to The Beach to explore new F&B concepts and get a chance to win a prize every day
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 December 2018: The Beach, a laid-back beachfront destination by Meraas, has more to offer this winter with new additions and special deals that add an extra sparkle to your visit. What’s more, a walk on the beach may see you driving back home in a BMW.
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Health Authorities Advocate Early Screening For Prevention Of Cardiovascular Disease.
Dubai Health Authority, Emirates Cardiac Society and World Heart Federation discussed the importance of regular health screening to protect against cardiovascular disease.
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Emirates Steel To Share Insights On Steel Market Trends At The 22nd Middle East Iron And Steel Conference
Emirates Steel, a subsidiary of the General Holding Corporation, SENAAT, will participate in the 22nd Middle East Iron and Steel Conference, MEIS, alongside being its Platinum Sponsor.
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Etisalat Launches ’Freedom’ Postpaid Plans
Etisalat today announced the launch of ’Freedom’, its all-new postpaid plans. The new plans come with the freedom to choose from non-contract or a one-year contract plan offering customers the simplicity, flexibility and great benefits.
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Dubai Cares’ Programme In Kenya Harnesses Power Of Technology To Boost Learning Outcomes
A Dubai Cares delegation, led by Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives.
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Dubai Maintains Steady Tourism Volumes With 1.58mln Visitors In First Three Quarters Of 2018
Dubai remains on track to becoming the most visited city for global travel, business and events, according to the latest visitation figures released by Dubai’s Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism).
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World’s first-ever Cadillac HOTEL opens in Dubai
The official launch party was attended by some of the popular socialites and influencers from across the Middle East.
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Dubai Future Foundation Concludes Its 5th Cohort Of Dubai Future Accelerators
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) announced the successful completion of the 5th Cohort of the Dubai Future Accelerators program, which saw participation of 40 startups, including 10 from the UAE.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Approves Formation Of Dubai International Communication Committee And Media Briefings Programme
Government of Dubai Media Office: Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved the formation of the Dubai International Communication Committee (DICC).
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DP World Concludes Dubai Fitness Challenge Month With Inter-Company Sports Championship
A multidiscipline inter-company sports championship organised by the global trade enabler DP World’s UAE Regional offices marked the end of a month long and nation-wide Dubai Fitness Challenge participation, that saw the participation of more than 1042 participants from 44 companies.
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Dubai Land Department Organises Middle East Association Managers Conference
Dubai Land Department (DLD) organised the Middle East Association Managers Conference (MEAMCON) 2018 through the Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), and the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA).
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DP World Closes Acquisition Of 100 Percent Shares Of Unifeeder Group
Unifeeder operates the largest and most densely connected common user container feeder and an important and growing shortsea network in Europe, serving both deep-sea container hubs and the intra-Europe container freight market.
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DHA And HEALTH Magazine Launch Third Edition Of "Annual Health Awards"
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) in partnership with Thumbay Group’s "Health Magazine" announced the launch of the 3rdedition of the "Annual Health Awards".
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Zulekha Healthcare Group Marks 25 Years Of Success With New "Super 25" Initiative
Zulekha Healthcare Group has launched its latest initiative, ’Super 25’ aimed at easing the burden of medical emergencies and expenses on residents and visitors to the UAE.
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Dubai Crown Prince Inspects RTA’s Autonomous Mobility, AI Projects
He also commended the RTA’s initiatives aimed at facilitating the mobility of public transport riders to their final destinations.
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DED Fines 5 Shops For Price Manipulation During November Super Sale
The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) conducted 213 shop visits and issued 79 fines for different types of violations.
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Etihad Credit Insurance Partners With Natixis To Expand UAE Businesses’ Global Footprint
The areas of cooperation between ECI and Natixis include support for UAE businesses by educating them through a series of seminars and workshops on commercial and political risk mitigation, mutual collaboration in export finance solutions.
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Dubai Land Department Organises Two International Real Estate Shows
Indian investors make up the largest segment of property buyers in Dubai following UAE citizens, as the Emirate is one of their preferred destinations for investment, trade, tourism, and employment.
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Jebel Ali Port Receives The UAE Pioneers Award
DP World’s flagship, Jebel Ali Port, the 10th largest container port in the world, has been awarded The UAE Pioneers Award for its outstanding contribution to Dubai’s economy by enabling regional trade and setting new industry benchmarks with its innovative solutions and services.
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RTA Constructs 58 Air-Conditioned Bus Shelters And Starts Trial Of Solar-Powered Model
Al Tayer also announced that work had started on the construction of a model for two shelters powered by solar energy on a trial base as a solution for shelters in locations off the electric power grid. Solar power generated would be used to operate lights, air-conditioners and billboards.
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UOWD’s Quality Management Expert Wins ASQ-UAE Quality Professionals Award
Quality management and business excellence expert, Dr Flevy Lasrado, was presented with the ASQ-UAE Quality Professionals Award at a prestigious award ceremony in Dubai recently.
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Residents And Investors Taking Advantage Of New Long-Term UAE Visas Have Been Urged To Make Firm Plans For Their Family’s Financial Future
The Wills Registry for Non-Muslims at the DIFC Courts expects to see a rise in Will registration among non-Muslims, who now have the option of committing their future to the UAE.
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GEMS Education Completes Repayment Of US$200MM Sukuk
Following the repayment, the company has sought permission to delist GEMS Sukuk from the official lists of Nasdaq Dubai and the Irish Stock Exchange.
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Residents, Investors Utilise New Long-Term UAE Visas: DIFC Courts
The Wills Registry for Non-Muslims at the DIFC Courts expects to see a rise in Will registration among non-Muslims, who now have the option of committing their future to the UAE.
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Dubai Maritime City Authority Moves To Make Biennial UAE Maritime Week Into An Annual Event
As part of its efforts to promote Dubai’s leading maritime experience at the regional and global levels, the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) has announced that the originally biennial UAE Maritime Week will now become an annual event following this year’s edition.
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Dubai DED urges business owners to benefit from Auto Renewal service
The Auto Renewal service covers more than 2,200 commercial activities, equivalent to 99.8% of all business licences.
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UAE carriers join hands to celebrate the legacy of Sheikh Zayed
Epic world-first flying formation with four types of commercial aircraft from Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai, and seven Al Fursan jets.
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Binghatti Developers Binghatti West to be Delivered by January 2019
Binghatti West features a plethora of lifestyle amenities including a heat monitored swimming pool, a health club, a children’s play area, and a public terrace for residents to enjoy.
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Commemorative Coins and Currency in honor of the Founding Father on the 47th National Day
The Central Bank will issue 5000 silver commemorative coins weighing 60 grams.
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500-strong team brainstorming UAE’s future over next 50 years
The team involve 500 government officials who are collaborating to deliver the vision of our wise leadership over five successive phases, each of which will run over 10 years.
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Microsoft OpenHack to supercharge UAE tech skillsets and solve industry challenges
The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence Strategy takes into account the estimated 250 million unnecessary paper transactions conducted by the federal government each year.
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PLC System Partners With Dubai Carbon As Demand For Renewable Energy Increases
Dubai Carbon has enabled yet another key energy player to enter the UAE renewable energy market, following the signing of an agreement with energy experts PLC System S.r.l.
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DP World, UAE Region Offers Integrated Hub Facilities For Petrochemical Industries
DP World, UAE Region is showcasing its growing strengths in the petrochemical sector at the 13th Annual GPCA Forum in Dubai started on the 26th November, organised by the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association.
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Dalma Capital Opens Islamic Window In The Dubai International Financial Centre
Dalma Capital Management Limited today announced that it has received approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to operate an Islamic Window.
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Daman Securities Joins Nasdaq Dubai As Member To Trade Equity Derivatives
Daman Securities, one of the UAE’s most prominent brokerages, has joined Nasdaq Dubai as a member to trade equity derivatives. The move enables clients of Daman Securities to make gains whether share prices rise or fall, by trading futures on the exchange.
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Noor Bank Raises Record-Breaking Subscriptions For Arqaam Capital’s Fixed Maturity Fund
Noor Bank, a leading Shari’a-compliant bank in the UAE, today announced that its four-year Fixed Maturity Plan (FMP) managed by Arqaam Capital, has raised over US$125 million subscriptions within three weeks of its launch.
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H.H. Hamdan Bin Rashid Issues Decision To Implement ’Marking Tobacco And Tobacco Products Scheme’ From January
The Decision states that the Person storing Marks shall be required to provide such information and data as requested by the Authority in order to confirm that he has stored Marks in accordance with the Decision.
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DAE Increases Bond Repurchase Program By US$300 Million
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd. announced today that its Board of Directors and Shareholders had authorized an additional US$300 million for bond repurchases to be conducted through open market transactions.
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20 Innovative tech solution pilots emerge from second FinTech Hive accelerator programme
23 start-ups from across 14 countries present concepts and solutions to over 350 investors.
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nol card now valid to pay for purchases at Lulu Outlets
nol cardholders can use their cards in payment for light and quick purchases at these outlets.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Launches Jumeirah Project
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today launched the ’Jumeirah Project’, an initiative of Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO).
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Emaar Signs Definitive Documentation With ADNH To Divest Five Hospitality Assets In Dubai
The portfolio of five hotels consists of Address Dubai Mall, Address Boulevard, Address Dubai Marina, Vida Downtown and Manzil Downtown, together with about 1,000 hotel rooms.
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DHA To Establish Cardiac Centre Of Excellence
Dubai Health Authority, DHA, has begun the tendering process for the establishment of a state-of-the-art cardiac centre.
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HITEC Dubai 2018 Announces Entrepreneur 20X Competition For Startups
Competitors will receive fabulous exposure and validation from top companies by presenting their ideas to a room full of HITEC attendees as well as a panel of expert judges including hospitality CIOs, investors, and industry insiders.
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Japan Pays Homage To Arabic Themes & Culture With Expo 2020 Pavilion
The Japan External Trade Organisation (Jetro) has projected a detailed and dynamic space with reverence to Arabic design and culture through the unveiling of Japan’s pavilion concept and design for Expo 2020 Dubai.
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ENOC Group Recognised At The Golden Peacock Awards
ENOC has won the 2018 Golden Peacock Global Award for Sustainability (GPGAS), for the second consecutive year in the global institutional award category, in recognition of its efforts towards raising sustainability standards within the Group.
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Lowered Service Fees Of Co-Owned Properties Increase Attractiveness Of Dubai’s Real Estate
Dubai Land Department (DLD) confirmed that the lowered service fees for co-owned properties in Dubai’s freehold areas contributed to the attraction of real estate projects by encouraging buyers to invest in the short- and long-term, and those who want to buy residential units to live in.
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Over 70 Per Cent Of All Searches Are For Properties Under AED 100,000 Annually
Dubai’s property sector has witnessed several cycles of ups and downs in the past. But backed by the strong economic fundamentals of the city, the sector has demonstrated its resilience and continues to offer value for investors.
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Federal Tax Authority: Tax Refunds For Tourists Scheme A Great Success As 1st Phase Implemented
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) asserted that the digital system for the Tax Refunds for Tourists Scheme has achieved notable success in the past few days since it came into effect on Sunday.
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Dubai Chamber President And CEO Appointed Chairman Of World Chambers Federation
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and industry has announced that its President and CEO H.E. Hamad Buamim has been appointed to the coveted post of Chairman of the International Chamber of Commerce’s World Chambers Federation (WCF).
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Greek Residency Is The Most Sought After Amongst UAE Residents
leading UAE based law firm Ardalan & Company, specializing in Immigration law, has revealed that Greek residency is the most popular residency amongst its clientele.
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DLD Inaugurates Tamleek Cube In Dubai South
Dubai Land Department (DLD) inaugurated Tamleek Cube yesterday, a first-of-its-kind office that provides real estate registration trustee and real estate service trustee services in Dubai South.
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Dubai Investments Expands Healthcare Portfolio
Dubai Investments announced that it has expanded its healthcare portfolio with a 20 percent stake in an equity partnership in the AED465 million Clemenceau Medical Centre, a new development which will offer specialty care across multiple disciplines in Dubai Healthcare City Phase 2.
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Largest Network Of French Higher Education Graduates Gather In Dubai
Ludovic Pouille, Ambassador of France to the UAE, brought together graduates from French universities living in the United Arab Emirates, as part of ’France Alumni UAE’ on 25th November, 2018 in Dubai.
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Dubai Customs Participates In NASA’s Cross Industry Innovation Summit
The Dubai Customs recently took part in NASA’s 3rd Cross Industry Innovation Summit.
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Marriott International On The Hunt For The Next Big UAE Foodies
Marriott International has today announced the launch of a nationwide competition to discover and champion the next generation of ’foodies’ in the UAE.
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Dubai’s Non-Oil Trade With Caribbean Countries Hit $273 mn In 2017
The value of non-oil trade between Dubai and Caribbean countries totaled $273 million in 2017, according to new analysis released by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry ahead of the first UAE-Caribbean Cooperation Forum in Dubai.
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Azizi Developments Awards AED200 Million Contract For Farhad Residence In Dubai Healthcare City
Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, has awarded a AED200 million contract for the construction of ’Farhad Azizi Residence’ project in Dubai Healthcare City, to Prestige Constructions.
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Dubai Internet City Launches ’GoFreelance’ To Attract International And Local Tech Talent
Dubai Internet City (DIC), the largest technology business hub in the region, has launched its GoFreelance permit that will enable freelance talent to work in the technology sector. This product will further enhance Dubai’s global credentials as an incubator that thrives by innovating.
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MBRF Announces Details Of Knowledge Summit 2018
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, MBRF, has announced the details and activities of the Knowledge Summit 2018, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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