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63 Students Complete RTA’s Summer Internship ’Ajyal’
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has graduated 63 Emirati students from secondary schools and universities who have completed RTA’s 10th Summer Internship Programme ’Ajyal’.
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Dubai Land Department Announces Launch Of Dubai Property Show - Shanghai
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) announces the launch of the Dubai Property Show (DPS) - Shanghai today. DPS, organised by the Real Estate Investment Management and Promotion Centre, will be attended by a number of select leading real estate, brokerage, and finance companies from Dubai.
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Real Estate, Construction Industry Echoes UAE Government Initiatives To Create Population Happiness
Spurred on by the UAE’s goals for happiness, the real estate and construction industry has seen a shift in recent years as developers, architects and real estate professionals implement a means to positively impact peoples’ lives.
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Sweden Signs Up To Promote Innovations And Knowledge-Driven Society At Expo 2020 Dubai
Sweden will promote its innovative spirit and knowledge-driven society to a global audience of millions at Expo 2020 Dubai, after confirming its participation at the next World Expo.
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Department Of Health To Begin Preliminary Stage Of New Generic Medicine Mechanism In September
The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, DoH, will begin the preliminary stage of implementing the generic medicine mechanism starting 1st September, 2018.
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Deploying 368 Smart School Buses To Serve 17 Schools
RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) is well prepared to run smarter and bigger school transport service for the new academic year 2018-2019.
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DXB Passenger Traffic Hits 8.2 Million In July
Dubai International (DXB) recorded its second busiest month ever surpassing the 8 million passenger mark in July, according to the monthly traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports today.
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DFSA And Monetary Authority Of Singapore Sign Fintech Agreement
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) today entered into an agreement that provides a framework for cooperation and referrals between the innovation teams of each authority.
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Standard Chartered To Pilot Industry’s First Blockchain-Based Smart Guarantees In Trade Finance
Standard Chartered announced today a collaboration with Siemens Financial Services, the financing arm of Siemens, and TradeIX, a digital trade provider, to carry out an industry-first client pilot to create an end-to-end blockchain-based smart guarantees proposition in trade finance.
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DEWA Store On DEWA Smart App Provides Specials Offers For Customers
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched DEWAStore on its smart app to provide exclusive offers and discounts to DEWA’s customers, in cooperation with a number of public and private sector companies.
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DFSA, Singapore’s Monetary Authority Sign FinTech Agreement
The Dubai Financial Services Authority, DFSA, and the Monetary Authority of Singapore, MAS, on Wednesday entered into an agreement that provides a framework for cooperation and referrals between the innovation teams of each authority.
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Emirates NBD Launches DirectRemit To The UK
Emirates NBD’s remittance service is the fastest in the UAE and enables GBP transfers to Lloyds Bank accounts in less than 60 seconds and transfers to other UK based banks within an hour, via Emirates NBD Online Banking.
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The Central Bank Warns Consumers Against Disclosure Of Their Credit Information
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) reminds consumers of their responsibility to protect their credit information and credit/debit cards from fraud and unauthorized use.
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The Dubai Health Authority Calls On Health Professionals And Facilities To Renew Their Licenses In Order To Avoid Penalties
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) called on health professionals and facilities to renew their DHA licenses to avoid any penalties.
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Honouring Female Leaders In Celebration Of Emirati Women’s Day
The Women Committee of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has held a host of events marking the Emirati Women’s Day launched by Her Highness Shaikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union.
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TRA Celebrates The Emirati Woman On Her Day
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) celebrated the Emirati Women’s Day, which falls on 28 August each year, under the theme "Women on the course of Zayed".
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Emirates Islamic Honours Female Employees On Emirati Women’s Day
Emirates Islamic, a leading Islamic financial institution in the UAE, marked Emirati Women’s Day with a heartening demonstration of female leadership and excellence during a day of celebration under the theme of ’Women on the Course of Zayed’.
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Lebanese Businessman Wins US$1 Million In Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire Promotion
A Lebanese businessman became a dollar millionaire while two others will be driving away a luxury vehicle when their winning ticket numbers were drawn in today’s Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise promotions held at Concourse A in Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport.
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Dubai Real Estate Institute Announces ’Harvard Happy Cities’ Programme
Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), the educational arm of Dubai Land Department (DLD), announced the launch of the ’Harvard Happy Cities’ programme, which will be held for two full days on 11th and 12th November at the Institute’s headquarters in DLD.
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Sustained Growth For The DIFC Courts As Value Of Commercial Claims Surge
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts today released its key figures for the first half of 2018, with total a volume of 368 cases across all divisions, revealing a 64% increase year-on-year.
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Dubai Duty Free Celebrate Emirati Women’s Day
The airport retailer took this opportunity to acknowledge and appreciate all of its female Emirati staff and thanked them for their hard work and contribution to the company.
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DAFZA Announces Strong 2018 H1 Business Results
The positive figures have been delivered as a result of DAFZA’s strategic plan set in early 2017, which comes in line with the ambitious objectives of the Dubai Plan 2021.
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The Emirates Group Celebrates ’Daughters Of Zayed’ On Emirati Women’s Day
To celebrate Emirati Women’s Day, the Emirates Group unveiled a special video tribute to the late HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the United Arab Emirates, who was a driving force in supporting the advancement of women in the country.
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Dubai Customs Makes 6,887 Transactions, Serves 236,000 Passengers During Eid
Dubai Customs has increased its efforts to cope with the increasing number of tourists and visitors into the country during Eid al-Adha period.
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5m Riders During Eid Al Adha Holiday
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that the number of public transport riders and taxis during Eid Al Adha holiday in Dubai reached 4,852,957 riders.
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Dubai Duty Free Wins Its Fifth "Best Corporate Social Responsibility Practices Award" In Singapore
At the 8th Asia Best CSR and Sustainability Awards, Dubai Duty Free was presented with its fifth "Best Corporate Social Responsibility Practices Award" in the event held at Le Meridien Sentosa in Singapore earlier this month.
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Dubai Cares Honors Al Ansari Exchange For Fulfilling AED10 Million Commitment Over 5 Years
Al Gurg also expressed his appreciation to Al Ansari Exchange for renewing its commitment in 2017 with a second pledge of AED10 million over five years that is being invested towards upscaling Dubai Cares’ programme in the Philippines.
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Al Jalila Foundation Marks Emirati Women’s Day By Reaffirming Commitment To Women In Science
Al Jalila Foundation, a global philanthropic organisation dedicated to transforming lives through medical education and research, marks Emirati Women’s Day by reaffirming its commitment to women in science.
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Dubai Chamber Marks Emirati Women’s Day With Inspirational Seminar
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Economy, hosted a special seminar to celebrate Emirati Women’s Day 2018 which was organised under the slogan "Women on the Course of Zayed."
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2.6 Gigawatt-Hour Electric Power Savings In 2017
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that it had made electric power saving as much as 12.6 Gigawatt-Hour in 2017, in addition to reducing carbon emissions by 5,430 tons.
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DMCC’s Uptown Dubai Proceeds At Pace
DMCC, the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority, and master developer of Jumeirah Lakes Towers, on Sunday announced that the construction of Uptown Dubai is proceeding at pace with the completion of piling and raft works for the first super tall tower at the district.
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Emirates Islamic Officials Visit Expo 2020 Dubai Site
Senior officials from Emirates Islamic have visited the Expo 2020 Dubai site in the Dubai South District, where they met members of the Expo 2020 Dubai team and were updated on the preparations for the milestone event.
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Dubai Municipality Mulls Adding Comprehensive Design Requirements In University Courses
The move is part of its efforts to achieve the vision of the wise leadership and is in line with the efforts of the Dubai government towards an inclusive society in which the People of Determination will be able to live happily and comfortably.
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Tripoli St. Improvement Hits 60%, Completion In First Half Of 2019: Al Tayer
In implementation of the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to speed up the implementation of the 5-Year Roads & Transport Plan.
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DEWA Develops PAS Risk Management Standard In Collaboration With BSI
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has initiated a collaboration with the British Standards Institute (BSI) to set the world’s first Publicly Available Standard (PAS) standard that would document best utility risk management practices for the electricity and water sector.
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Union Coop, Dubai Cares To Support 10,000 Schoolchildren Across UAE
Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, on Saturday distributed 10,000 school kits to students in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, and Ras al-Khaimah, as part of its popular community engagement initiative "Volunteer Emirates".
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Dr Shamsheer Vayalil Donates AED26 Million to UAEs Kerala Emergency Relief Campaign
The floods have so far led to hundreds of deaths and the displacement of thousands of people.
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Watch the Rugby Championship and the Ultimate Fighting Championship, live at Reel Cinemas
The biggest championships are underway and what a better way than to watch these fantastic games live on the big screen.
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Investor confidence in Dubai remains high as DED issues 1,651 new licenses in July
24,489 transactions related to business registration and licensing recorded last month.
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New INDOORS pop up by City Centre Deira
Enjoy all your favourite outdoor family activities at the INDOORS pop up by City Centre Deira with homegrown brands, street food and entertainment.
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Sunny Varkey Commits AED5 Million To UAE Committee For Relief And Rehabilitation Work In His Home-State Of Kerala
GEMS Education Founder & Chairman Sunny Varkey has committed AED 5 million to the special committee formed by the UAE to support emergency relief and rehabilitation work in Kerala.
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DHA Expands Scholarship Programme For Emirati Students Seeking To Major In Medicine
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced that it will be expanding its Emirati scholarship programme "Health and Science" for students seeking to study medicine and it’s supporting fields.
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Plan To Ensure Smooth Traffic Flow During Eid Holiday
The Events Security Committee at Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police has chalked out a plan for the traffic movement, and road security of the public celebrating Eid Al Adha holiday.
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Emirates Environmental Group highlights the benefits of a Circular Economy
Panel Discussion in Modul University Dubai on the 29th of August.
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Eid Gifts To 1500 Students Marking The Year Of Zayed
Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has run an initiative for distributing Eid Al Adha gifts to 1500 students amongst orphans, people of determination and limited income families.
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Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup Delivers Perfect Mix Of Music And Sport
The Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup maintained its position as Ascot’s best attended fixture outside of the Royal meeting after a crowd of more than 30,000 flocked to the Berkshire course for the world’s premier international jockeys’ competition and post-racing concert on Saturday, 11th August.
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UAE National Wins Brand-New Nissan Patrol At City Centre Mirdif
City Centre Mirdif, Dubai’s favourite family-oriented shopping, lifestyle and entertainment destination, announced the lucky winner of a brand-new Nissan Patrol Titanium 2018 as part its Dubai Summer Surprises campaign.
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Emirates Islamic Encourages Customers To Drive Green With Attractive Pricing Options On Green Auto Finance
Emirates Islamic, a leading Islamic financial institution in the UAE, is encouraging customers to Go Green by offering up to 100% discounts on processing fees for auto financing on electric vehicles.
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Dubai Municipality Launches ’Zero Accident Construction Challenge’ Initiative
Dubai Municipality is launching a positive global initiative to raise the level of safety on the construction sites in the emirate and provide a safe and stimulating environment for workers because they have an important role in the development process taking place in the emirate.
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Dubai Hosts 10th UAE Cancer Congress This October
Held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Cabinet Minister and Minister of Tolerance, United Arab Emirates and President of UAE Genetic Disease Association, Dubai is set to host the 10th UAE Cancer Congress - UAECC.
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RTA Announces Service Timing During Eid Al-Adha Holiday 2018
Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the timing of transport services during Eid Al-Adha holiday affecting customers’ happiness centres, paid parking zones, public buses, Dubai Metro & Tram, marine transit means, and centres of service providers (technical testing).
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Nakheel Reports H1 2018 Net Profit Of AED2.51 Billion
Nakheel today announced a net profit of AED2.51 billion for the first six months of 2018. The profit for the same period in 2017 was AED2.61 billion.
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DFM achieves 100% compliance in local public listed companies disclosure of Q2 results
The Dubai Financial Market, DFM, today announced that its local public listed companies have recorded a 100 percent compliance regarding the disclosure of Q2-2018 results within the deadline of 45 days from the end of the period.
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Dubai hosts 9th Seatrade Maritime Middle East in October
The event unlocks invaluable networking opportunities with key ship owners, operators and maritime industry influencers.
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Back to School panel highlights shopping as key motivator for children starting new school year
How can parents and children better equip themselves to start off the new school year successfully?
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ICCA Congress 2018 to support Dubai eyesight charity
The annual flagship event of the ICCA, which comes to the Middle East for the first time from 11th-14th November, will witness meetings with industry professionals.
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Carrying Out Inspection Campaign On Transport Activities In Dubai
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) represented by Public Transport Agency, has launched diverse inspection campaigns on transport activities in the Emirate during the first half of year.
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TRA Organizes More Than 15 Awareness Sessions On Social Media Channels
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) launched its information security awareness campaign "Don’t be deceived", by organizing more than 15 live episodes on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Issues Resolution Supporting ’People Of Determination’
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued Cabinet Resolution No. 43 of 2018 in support of the ’people of determination’ and Resolution No. 38 of 2018 regarding the adoption of the UAE sign language dictionary.
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Dubai Duty Free Announces The 278th Dollar Millionaire In The Latest Millennium Millionaire Promotion Four More Luxury Vehicles Won
As the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire promotion continues to evolve capturing the imagination of travellers around the globe, the draw for 278th Millennium Millionaire took place today (Tuesday) in Concourse D Terminal 1 of Dubai International Airport.
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Reem Al Hashemy Explores Cooperation With Zanzibar Officials
Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, headed a UAE delegation to Zanzibar where discussions were held surrounding the enhancing of bilateral relations and cooperation.
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Endorsing Testing Standards Of Electric, Hybrid And Self-Driving Vehicles
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has endorsed the standards of testing electric, hybrid and self-driving vehicles, which are in line with the highest international standards applied in several countries in this regard.
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Ministry Of Infrastructure Development Signs MoUs To Develop Smart Services With TRA And The Federal Authority For Identify & Citizenship
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship and the Ministry of Infrastructure Development signed a Memorandum of Understanding aiming at enhancing joint cooperation and coordination in the implementation of joint projects to ensure good implementation.
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Emirates Islamic Launches 60 Second ’QuickRemit’ Money Transfer Service To Pakistan
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, today announced that its 60 second online fund transfer service ’QuickRemit’ is now available for remittances to Pakistan. The Bank has launched the service to coincide with Pakistan’s Independence Day.
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EPPCO Lubricants Launches Long-Life Automotive Coolants
EPPCO Lubricants has recently introduced Caltex Lubricants’ new Havoline coolant product range to the automotive market. The Havoline Easy Cool 33 and the Havoline Radiator Coolant are designed to provide long-life protection for vehicle engines and are now in-store across the UAE.
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Dubai Healthcare City Launches Best Practice Conference To Advance Culture Of Safety In Partnership With US-Based Patient Safety Movement Under The Patronage Of HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein
Under the patronage of the Chairperson of Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA), HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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Dubai Property Show Heads To China For Second Time
After the roaring success of Dubai Property Show in China last March and the phenomenal response it garnered in other global destinations like Mumbai and London, the eighth edition of the popular Dubai real estate exhibition is now headed to Shanghai once again.
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JLT Metro Renamed ’DMCC’ In Line With Ongoing Community Connectivity Strategy
DMCC, the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise, announced today the renaming of Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) metro station to DMCC, effective immediately.
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Eid Al Adha Holiday
On the occasion of Eid Al Adha, we would like to inform you that the DIFC Authority offices will be closed from Sunday, 19 August 2018 until Thursday, 23 August 2018. Business will resume on Sunday, 26 August 2018.
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Right Health Brings Affordable Healthcare To Blue-Collar Workers In Al Aweer With New Clinic, Pharmacy
Right Health, the UAE’s largest and fastest-growing value healthcare organization, backed by Foundation Holdings, has launched its latest healthcare clinic and pharmacy in Dubai’s Al Aweer area.
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Forbes Lists Ghassan Aboud amongst 50 Most Influential Expats in the UAE
Ghassan Aboud was ranked the 18th most influential expatriate in the country.
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Emirates NBD Egypt PMI
"The positive PMI reading for the first month of the new fiscal year supports our view that real GDP growth will strengthen in 2018/19 as there is a greater recovery in the private sector, supported by gradual monetary policy normalisation.
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Second Success For The Girls In Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup
The Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup, the world’s premier international jockeys’ competition returned to Ascot Racecourse, UK, on Saturday, 11 August when a team of three elite female riders beat-off competition from some of the world’s top international jockeys.
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Emirates NBD Saudi Arabia PMI
"The headline Emirates NBD Saudi Arabia Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) eased marginally to 54.9 in July from 55.0 in June.
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UAE Artificial Intelligence Camp Attracts Over 600 Emirati Students Since Inception
Organised by the UAE government, the first month of the camp saw a great turn out from school and university students and has hosted over 600 Emirati students so far.
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Emirati Youth Contributing To Corporate Performance
Marking the World Youth Day celebrations (12 August), Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) stressed the role of Emirati youth in driving its corporate performance through capitalising on their innovative ideas and technical skills.
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One-Week Eid Al-Adha Holiday For Ministries, Federal Departments: UAE Cabinet
The Eid al-Adha holiday for ministries, and federal departments begins on Sunday, August 19th, and lasts until August 23rd, with official work resuming on Sunday, August 26th, 2018, according to the directives of the UAE Cabinet.
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DIFC Courts Memorandum With The Hong Kong High Court Cements China Links
Devised as a practical mechanism to foster investor confidence and legal certainty, the MoG will serve as technical guide for the international legal and business communities on recognition and collection of money judgments in DIFC and Hong Kong.
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Empower’s E-Service Transactions Reach 250,000
As part of its commitment towards achieving smart transformation in its services as per the "Dubai Smart City" initiative, Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider.
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Remarkable Increase In Emiratis Travelling To Switzerland
A total of 32,877 Emiratis travelled to Switzerland from January through April 2018, an increase of 22.6 percent over the corresponding period in 2017.
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UAE Food Bank Continues ’Summer Of Giving’ Campaign
A group of food companies and establishments such as Cateriya Catering Services LLC, Chef Corner Catering, The Caterer Catering Services, Rings Food Stuff and UNIKAI Foods participated in the campaign.
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Vibrant Depiction Of UAE’s Heritage & Progress To Adorn Waterfront Market’s Main Wall Through Unique Mural Painting Competition
Dubai’s largest integrated quality fresh food destination has announced the launch of a unique mural painting competition aimed at creating a vibrant depiction of the cultural and economic transformation of the UAE community.
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Enjoy Unlimited Voice Calls And 14GB Data This Hajj With du
In an effort to make the Hajj experience different for its customers this year, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), introduced a generous roaming bundle for people going for Hajj from the UAE with unlimited voice calls and 14GB data.
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Dubai Quality Group Starts Accepting Submissions To The 7th Cycle UAE Ideas Award 2018
The award forms an integral part of the Conference, which was introduced in the year 2012 by the group to encourage the extensive adoption of innovation.
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Minister Of Climate Change And Environment Launches Emirates Youth Climate Strategy
In commemoration of the UN International Youth Day, observed every year on August 12, His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, today launched the Emirates Youth Climate Strategy 2018-2021.
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DMCA Continues To Enhance Efficiency Of Berthing Operations In Dubai
The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) announced its success in achieving advanced levels of operational efficiency in commercial anchoring operations within Dubai’s territorial waters.
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DEWA And Etisalat Sign An Agreement To Promote DEWA Store
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed an agreement with Etisalat to provide discounts and offers to its customers through its DEWA Store. DEWA is launching this through its smart application in cooperation with a number of public and private sector companies.
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RTA And Dubai Police Award Contract For Trial Run Of Traffic Incidents Management System To Emirates Transport
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and the General HQ of Dubai Police announced the awarding of the contract for the trial run of the Traffic Incidents Management (TIM) Scheme to Emirates Transport.
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Signing MoU With Rochester University Covering Research And Academic Programs
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) - Dubai to provide scientific consultations and advancement professional development for RTA employees.
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RTA signs MoU with Rochester University covering research and academic programs
The MoU is part of RTA endeavors to cooperate with universities in the UAE in line with its vision and policies.
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DAE reports half year 2018 financial results
Profit Before Tax US$224.0 million compared to US$42.5 million for the same period in 2017.
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Dubai Taxi Offers Discount Coupons On Ladies Limo Service
RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) is offering discount vouchers on Ladies Limousine Taxi Service dubbed (Amira) to a number of entities concerned with women affairs in Dubai.
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DXB Entertainments PJSC Announces First Half 2018 Financial Results
Mohamed Almulla, CEO and Managing Director, DXB Entertainments PJSC, said: "The business is making good financial and operational progress under our clearly defined strategy.
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UNHCR Hub In Dubai Delivers Aid To Ethiopia
The UN Refugee Agency, UNHCR, global stockpile warehouses in Dubai today sent a shipment of aid to assist 3,700 families of internally displaced persons, IDPs, as a result of recent violence in south western Ethiopia.
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103m Riders Used Dubai Metro In First Half Of 2018
During the first half of 2018 year, the Dubai Metro Red and Green Lines have lifted 103.292 million riders, compared with 100.558 million riders lifted during the same period 2017 year.
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RERA Partners With CBD To Offer Escrow Services For Owners’ Association
The agreement was signed by His Excellency Eng. Marwan Ahmad Bin Ghalita, Chief Executive Officer of RERA and Dr Bernd van Linder, Chief Executive Officer of Commercial Bank of Dubai.
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DFSA Joins Peers In Discussion On Global Financial Innovation Network
The Dubai Financial Services Authority, DFSA, in collaboration with 11 other financial regulators and associated organisations from around the world, on Tuesday, issued a discussion paper announcing the establishment of a Global Financial Innovation Network, GFIN.
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Museum Of The Future Accelerator Brings World-Class Tech Companies To Dubai
Under the Dubai Future Foundation, the Museum of the Future has started its 4-week accelerator program where fifteen companies have been shortlisted as strategic partners to take part in the programme and enhance visitors’ experience.
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The Dubai Health Authority Doctors Share Hajj Tips To Ensure Pilgrims Have A Safe & Healthy Hajj
As many Muslims across Dubai gear up to embark on the annual Islamic Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, Dubai Health Authority (DHA) doctors are calling on pilgrims to get vaccinated and take other health measures, which will ensure that they have a safe and healthy trip.
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Expo 2020 Selects Emaar Hospitality Group As Its Official Hotel And Hospitality Partner
Millions of visitors to Expo 2020 Dubai, including global leaders, will enjoy world class hospitality after organisers today unveiled Dubai-based Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure subsidiary of global developer Emaar Properties, as its newest Official Partner.
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Emirates SkyCargo Assists In Delivery Of Medical Supplies To Africa
Emirates SkyCargo has helped deliver lifesaving medical equipment from Seoul to several countries in Africa.
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DEWA Signs Agreement With Emirates NBD To Provide Exclusive Discounts And Offers On DEWA Store
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed an agreement with Emirates NBD bank to provide special offers to DEWA’s customers on DEWA Store, which DEWA will launch on its smart app.
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Amanat Acquires Middlesex University Dubai For AED369 Million
Amanat Holdings PJSC announced today that it has completed the acquisition of 100 percent stake in Middlesex University Dubai for a consideration of AED369 million, with an additional potential earn-out of up to AED73 million.
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Dubai Tourism Publishes 12 Steps Towards Sustainability Manual To Guide Hotels On Sustainable Operations And Management
By identifying the collective environmental impact in the tourism industry, the guidelines provide practical and cost-effective solutions around four key themes: energy conservation, water conservation, waste management and sustainability engagement of staff and guests.
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RTA, Emaar Join Hands To Promote Ferry Service
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed an agreement with ’At the Top, Burj Khalifa’; the most visited tourist attraction developed by Emaar Properties.
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Iconic Ascot Gears Up For Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup
Dubai Duty Free returs to Ascot Racecourse in the UK, on Saturday, 11 August as title sponsor of the world’s premier International jockeys’ competition for the 13thyear, the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup.
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Emirates Islamic Encourages Customers To Open A Super Savings Account By Offering Bonus Skywards Miles
As the exclusive Islamic Banking Partner for Expo 2020 Dubai, Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, is offering customers a welcome bonus of 2020 Skywards Miles on opening a Super Savings Account.
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Dubai Future Academy Hosts Session On Knowledge Systems
The Dubai Future Academy has organised a session entitled, "Future Design: Knowledge, technology and prosperity."
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20% ’Discount Days’ Promotion For Eid Holidays At Dubai Duty Free
To celebrate Eid Al Adha, Dubai Duty Free has announced a special two-day sale on 19th - 20th August (Sunday and Monday) offering a 20% discount on a wide range of merchandise.
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Government Attaches Growing Importance To Artificial Intelligence: UAE Minister
This came during its third meeting, which was hosted by the Sharjah Department of E-Government and was chaired by Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence.
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Dubai Maritime City Authority Reaffirms Commitment To Regulating Maritime Operations In Dubai Waters
DMCA’s continuing efforts ensure the implementation of marine decisions in the Emirate of Dubai, which include rigorous supervision and inspection of marine installations and projects.
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DP World Acquires 100% Of Unifeeder
DP World today announced the signing of the acquisition of 100 percent of the Unifeeder Group for Euros 660 million from Nordic Capital Fund VIII and certain minority shareholders.
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Dubai Professor Bags Outstanding International Educator Award In United States
Dubai professor Dr. Rommel Sergio has been honoured with the Outstanding International Educator award at the 1st International Summit of the United Federation of Filipino-American Educators (UNIFFIED) held recently in Washington DC, USA.
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Fitness In DXB To Launch ’The Pursuit Of Happiness’ Evening For Yoga And Inspiration
Following the roaring success of the last Fitness In DXB yoga event, the expert team are inviting residents across the UAE to a free evening of yoga and inspiration on Saturday 11th August, 2018, from 5pm to 9:30pm.
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Dubai Chamber Highlights Latin American Trade Links
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently participated in the 4th Global Agribusiness Forum in Sao Paolo where it highlighted strengthening agricultural trade links between Dubai and Latin America, as well as key areas where bilateral trade can be increased in the future.
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Rolling Out Smart Seasonal Parking Cards Service
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a smart seasonal parking cards service through RTA Dubai App as part of its ongoing efforts to deliver top class services to beneficiaries.
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DEWA Launches Annual Cultural Initiative My Culture, My Identity To Coincide With Anniversary Of Sheikh Zayed Accession Day
"At DEWA, we aim to achieve the main objectives for ’Year of Zayed’ through initiatives and programmes that highlight the humanitarian and cultural heritage of the late Sheikh Zayed.
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Domestic Staycations Rate Top Of UAE Residents’ Travel Lists Ahead Of Eid Al Adha
When searching online for things to do during the forthcoming Eid Al Adha holiday, UAE residents favour staycations, according to new research by SEMrush, the award-winning digital marketing suite.
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Dubai Future Academy Hosts Future Design: Knowledge, Technology And Prosperity Session
Dubai Future Academy organised a session entitled ’Future design: knowledge, technology and prosperity’. The session highlighted the importance of reassessing the knowledge systems and tools adopted by individuals and organisations around the world.
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Dubai Holding Delivers New Children’s Schools In Nepal And Senegal
Dubai Holding, a Dubai-based global company committed to the emirate’s socio-economic growth, on Saturday announced the completion of two new schools, one in Nepal and one in Senegal, which are currently in operation and have enrolled over 550 local children.
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Processing Of Share Transactions On DIFC Client Portal
DIFC based companies now have the option to reduce share capital, consolidate or divide shares, redeem shares, and buy back or purchase shares through an entirely automated process.
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Dubai Tram Clinches MEED’s Quality Project Award
Dubai Tram has won the Transport Project of the Year Award presented by MEED International (Middle East) in recognition of quality projects in the region.
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Dubai’s First Ever Sleep Challenge Seeks The City’s Best Snoozer
On 16th September 2018, the first ever INDEX Dubai Sleep challenge, sponsored by DeRUCCI, will pit Dubai’s best nappers against one another to see who can enjoy the longest, most peaceful snooze right in the middle of the exhibition floor.
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AMAF Donates AED850,000 To Dubai Healthcare Sector
The Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation, AMAF, has donated AED400,000 to the Ministry of Health and Prevention and AED450,000 to the Dubai Health Authority, as part of its initiative ’Shifa’a’ (Healing) and in line with the Year of Zayed 2018.
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US$185 Million Syndicated 2-Year Term Financing Facilities For UAB
United Arab Bank, UAB, has announced the successful conclusion of its US$185 million syndicated term financing facilities signed on 30th July, 2018.
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800 Outstanding Students To Be Honored By Union Coop
Popular retail brand in the UAE, ’Union Coop’ will be honouring 800 academically outstanding students, from the shareholders’ children as a part of its shareholder happiness initiatives.
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Dubai Chamber Strengthens Global Presence With Opening Of India Office
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the opening of its new representative office in India, which will be tasked with identifying new business opportunities, attracting Indian companies to Dubai and expanding bilateral trade and investment.
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AMAF Donates AED850,000 To Dubai Health Sector
With this donation, the Ministry of Health and Prevention will purchase advanced medical equipment to serve a wide range of patient needs, especially in diagnosis and radiography, whereas Dubai Health Authority will allocate the amount for its Cancer Patient Fund.
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Dubai Land Department Supports Strategic Alliance Between The UAE And China
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has played an important role in strengthening the alliance between the United Arab Emirates and the People’s Republic of China (China) over the past decades by working with its partners to further attract Chinese investors.
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Introducing Smart Time Management System During Events
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is launching a Smart Time Management System (STMS) at venues of various events such as exhibitions and conferences.
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Dubai Properties Appoints ART Marine To Manage Culture Village Marina
Dubai Properties has appointed ART Marine, the region’s largest and best-known 360-degree leisure marine enterprise, as the exclusive operator of its marina at Culture Village. The 60-berth marina, located between Garhoud Bridge and Business Bay Bridge.
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WETEX And Dubai Solar Show 2018 Review Latest Sustainability And Clean Energy Solutions From 23-25 October
The 20th Water, Energy Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2018), is organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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Conducting A Training Course On Asset Management For Government Employees In The UAE
RTA’s Asset Management Department has recently conducted a pilot training course for one of Dubai Government employees on asset management. The objective of these courses is to enhance the cooperation with other government entities in the UAE and brief them on RTA’s expertise in this area.
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Dubai Land Department seizes properties, land plots and escrow account registered under Schon Properties
The DLD calls on all investors to deposit their money in escrow accounts and transfer payments to developers as per the percentage of completion of the projects.
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DWC Cargo Volume Rises 7.1% In The First Half
After a robust growth of nearly 9% in first quarter, cargo volumes at DWC reached 245,359 tonnes in the second quarter, up 5.4% compared to 232,691 tonnes during the same period last year.
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DX Regional Award For Using Nol Card In Paying Park Fees
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has won IDC Digital Transformation (DX) Award for using nol card in paying entry fees of public parks in Dubai through smart turnstiles, in cooperation with Dubai Municipality.
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MEBAA Show 2018 Introduces New Features
When the MEBAA Show returns to DWC, Airshow Site from 10-12 December this year, the show will incorporate the MEBAA Conference on the show floor.
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Home Health Providers Witness 20 Percent Increase In Demand For Services During Summer
Demand for home health services increased by over 20 percent this summer as compared to 2017, according Americare Home Health Services, managed by NMC ProVita International Medical Center.
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Zulekha Hospital Tackles The Effects Of The Summer Heat With Introduction Of Latest Treatments To Combat Excessive Sweating
As the heat continues to rise in the UAE, Zulekha Hospital has introduced the latest treatments to combat excessive sweating (Osmidrosis) in the armpits which results in staining of clothing and causes bad odour, which is often brought by soaring temperatures and other scenarios.
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DWC Cargo Volume Rises 7.1% In H1
Cargo volumes at Dubai World Central, DWC, has grown to 475,190 tonnes in the first half of the year, a year on year increase of 7.1 percent compared to 443,835 tonnes recorded last year, according to the traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports today.
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Dubai Taxi Celebrates First Graduates Of Promising Leaders Programme
Dubai Taxi has celebrated the graduation of the first batch of Promising Leaders Programme held in conjunction with a specialist knowledge group. About 12 officials from Dubai Taxi Corporation took part in the programme.
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Billionaire Mansion Introduces New Offerings
Billionaire Mansion, a one-stop destination for an extraordinary evening, reveals two outstanding offers that highlight the thrilling shows and an exceptional culinary experience. Located in the Taj Hotel, the restaurant serves two exquisite cuisines - Asian and Italian.
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Liv. To Offer Customers Instant Access To Credit Score
Liv., the lifestyle digital bank by Emirates NBD for millennials today announced that they are working with Al Etihad Credit Bureau (AECB) to provide customers easy and instant access to their AECB Credit Score, by simply clicking on the CreditCheck feature on their Liv. app.
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DME Sets New Open Interest Record Of 71.5 Million Barrels Of Crude Oil
Dubai Mercantile Exchange, DME, the premier international energy futures and commodities exchange in the Middle East, has reported a new exchange-wide open interest record of 71,586 lots on 31st July, 2018. This total is equivalent to almost 71.5 million barrels of crude oil.
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US$185 Million Syndicated 2- Year Term Financing Facilities For United Arab Bank
The 2-year bullet term financing facilities comprise a Conventional facility and a Commodity Murabaha financing facility, each carrying a margin of 1.50 % p.a. over Libor.
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Emirates Skywards Expands Loyalty Programme To Include Both Emirates Airline And Flydubai
Emirates Skywards today replaced flydubai’s frequent flyer programme, OPEN, officially becoming the loyalty programme of Emirates airline and flydubai.
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Indian National Wins Us$ 1Million In Dubai Duty Free’s Millennium Millionaire Promotion
First-time winner Sandeep Menon became the latest Indian national to win US$1 million in the Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire Promotion in Series 277, which was drawn today in Concourse B-Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport.
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Emirates NBD Debunks Myths On Hiring People Of Determination
Emirates NBD, one of the leading banking groups in the region, convened a panel discussion to debunk myths among UAE companies on employing people of determination (people with disabilities).
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DIFC Courts, Smart Dubai Launch Joint Taskforce For World’s First Court Of Blockchain
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts have partnered with Smart Dubai to create the world’s first Court of the Blockchain. Building on existing dispute resolution services, the alliance will initially explore how to aid verification of court judgments for cross-border enforcement.
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Providing Complimentary Directional Signs For Wedding Events Of Emiratis Starting September 2018
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, announced that directional signs would be provided free of charge for wedding events of Emiratis starting from September 2018 year.
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DEWA And EmiratesGBC Emphasise The Importance Of Green Buildings At Solar Decathlon Middle East Seminar
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), in collaboration with the Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), has organised the Solar Decathlon Middle East Seminar.
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Nasdaq Dubai Announces Names Of 12 Saudi Companies On Which It Will Launch Equity Futures In September
Nasdaq Dubai today announced the names of 12 Saudi Arabian companies on which the exchange will launch equity futures in September 2018.
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Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Centre To Host AngelHack Dubai Hackathon 2018
Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Centre (Dtec), DSOA’s wholly owned technology startup center that is the largest of its kind in the Middle East, today announced that it will host the Dubai edition of AngelHack’s Global Hackathon Series 2018.
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RTA Provides Complimentary Directional Signs For Wedding Events Of Emiratis Starting September
Al Tayer commended RTA’s team and clients who supported the suggestion, which will maintain the urban outlook of Dubai and rid the city of the rampant carton signs placed on Dubai roads for guiding to sites of condolence events.
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12 Saudi Companies To Launch Equity Futures: Nasdaq Dubai
Nasdaq Dubai on Tuesday announced the names of 12 Saudi Arabian companies on which the exchange will launch equity futures in September 2018.
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Al Habtoor Group And Hilton: A New Partnership At Al Habtoor City
Mohammed Al Habtoor, Vice Chairman & CEO of the Al Habtoor Group and Ian R. Carter, President, Global Development, Architecture, Design & Construction, Hilton hosted a press event to announce a new franchise agreement, effective as of 1 August 2018, for the three hotels at Al Habtoor City.
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Ministry Of Climate Change And Environment, Ministry Of Economy, Dubai Municipality Meet With Livestock Traders Ahead Of Eid Al Adha
His Excellency Alwan reiterated that MOCCA implements strict veterinary quarantine procedures to protect animals from epidemic and contagious diseases that can spread to humans. He noted that to meet this priority, the Ministry ensures that laws regulating trade of livestock are strictly enforced.
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Emirates Post Group Gifts First Public Issuance Of UAE-China Commemorative Stamp
The Emirates Post Group, EPG, has witnessed a high demand for the latest stamp celebrating 34-year of diplomatic relations between the UAE and China issued to mark recent historic visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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