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Dubai Maritime City Authority Discusses Features Of ’Local Cruise License System For Recreational Marine Vehicles’ With Acting Commander-In-Chief Of Dubai Police
The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) today discussed the pilot launch of the ’Local Cruise Ship License System’ with Major General Pilot Ahmed Mohammed Bin Thani, Acting Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police.
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DIFC Courts And Smart Dubai Launch Joint Taskforce For World’s First Court Of The 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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Dubai Awards For Sustainable Transport 11th Cycle Kicks Off On 1st August 2018 As Categories Grow
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the 11th edition of the Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST) featuring two new categories to enhance sustainability.
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UAE Public Policy Forum To Kick Off January 2019
The third UAE Public Policy Forum will take place in Dubai in January 2019, the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government, MBRSG, announced.
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Dubai Chamber Concludes Summer Training Programme For Emirati Students
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a ceremony at its headquarters which concluded its annual Summer Training Programme for Emirati students.
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TRA Organizes A Lecture On Security Awareness
The lecture included a number of important themes and topics in order to explain the importance of involving citizens and residents in the process of maintaining the security and stability of society.
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Dubai Islamic Bank Celebrates Next Generation Of Leaders
The High Potential Employee Development Program (HiPo) was launched in 2015 under the umbrella of Masaar - the bank’s Talent Management initiative, and has since put more than 80 employees on the path to becoming future leaders.
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Dubai Cares Opens New Horizons For Youth In Ecuador
Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, today announced the launch of a new program in Ecuador focused on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in partnership with VVOB, a Belgian Flemish organization which focuses on Education for Development.
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DEWA Is First Government Organisation To Integrate Its Outgoing Payment System With Emirates NBD
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has connected its outgoing payment system with Emirates NBD bank according to the Host to Host (H2H) protocol.
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DEWA To Integrate Its Outgoing Payment System With Emirates NBD
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has connected its outgoing payment system with Emirates NBD bank according to the Host to Host (H2H) protocol. The integration will speed up outgoing payments and allow automatic and simultaneous transfer of payment data and approvals.
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Arab League Signs Participation Contract At EXPO 2020 Dubai
The Arab League signed on Sunday a contract for the participation of the Cairo-based pan-Arab organisation in the EXPO 2020 Dubai, the first world Expo to take place in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, from 20th October, 2020 to 10th April, 2021.
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CBI Reports 55% Increase In Net Profit In H1 2018
Commercial Bank International, CBI, announced its financial results for the first six months of 2018, with net profit up by 55 percent to AED81 million, compared to AED52 million in H1 2017.
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Dubai Cares Opens New Horizons For Youth In Ecuador Through Technical And Vocational Education And Training Program
Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, today announced the launch of a new program in Ecuador focused on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in partnership with VVOB, a Belgian Flemish organization which focuses on Education for Development.
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Etisalat Digital Announces Challenges For Dubai Future Accelerators
Etisalat Digital today announced its new set of challenges for the 5th cohort of Dubai Future Accelerators, DFA, focusing on creating smart innovative solutions based on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, AI, and blockchain.
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Dubai Awards For Sustainable Transport 11th Cycle Kicks Off On 1st August As Categories Grow
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the 11th edition of the Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST) featuring two new categories to enhance sustainability.
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DFWAC Launches New Phase In Campaign To Combat Human Trafficking
The Dubai Foundation for of Women and Children, DFWAC, has announced the launch of the fifth phase of its campaign to raise awareness on human trafficking.
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Emirates SkyCargo Partners With Gargash To Transport Alfa Romeos For Celebrity Motor Rally
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, and Gargash, one of the largest distributors of premium and luxury cars in the UAE, have partnered to transport two Alfa Romeos from Dubai to London for the prestigious Gumball 3000 motor rally.
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Emirates To Fly To Toronto Five Times A Week Starting August 18
Emirates today announced that it will introduce two additional flights to its Toronto (YYZ) service, complementing its existing schedule and providing even more choice and convenience to travellers.
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Expo 2020 Dubai Deepens Collaboration In China With Deal To Promote Chinese Visitor And Business Engagement
Expo 2020 Dubai is expecting a significant boost in Chinese visitor and business presence after signing an agreement with the China-Arab International Cooperation Committee (CAICC) to promote the global destination in the most populous country.
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Dubai Ruler Issues Resolutions On Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre, Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian & Charity Est.
The resolutions will be published in the Official Gazette and are effective as of their issuance date.
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Project Management Institute Commends DEWA’s Efforts In Enhancing Efficiency Of Projects And Operations Using Streamlined Project Management Processes
The Project Management Institute (PMI) has published a case study on the success of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) in increasing efficiency by implementing streamlined project and portfolio management standards and processes.
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’Apple Pay’ Feature Activated In RTA Dubai App
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has launched Apple Pay feature enabling customers using iPhones to process the payment of several fees in a quick and safe environment via RTA Dubai app.
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GFH Capital Creates Strategic Partnership For The Entertainer
GFH Capital, recognized Investment Management Company ("GFH"), a wholly owned subsidiary of GFH Financial Group B.S.C., today announced its partnership with Al-Futtaim to complete the landmark acquisition of the ENTERTAINER.
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World Green Economy Summit 2018 Tackles Disruptive Digital Solutions
Inspired by the growth of digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in boosting the economy, the annual World Green Economy Summit (WGES 2018) will focus on developing the digital economy and integrating it with the green context.
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FCSA Signs Agreement With Dubai Electricity And Water Authority To Support The UN World Data Forum 2018
The MoU was signed by H.E. Abdullah Nasser Lootah, FCSA Director General, and Chairman of the Organising Committee of the UN World Data Forum 2018, and HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, in the presence of senior officials of both organisations.
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DAFZA Reduces Free Zone Business Set Up Fees By Up To 65%
Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has reduced business setup cost by up to 65%, as part of its aim to increase DAFZA’s regional competitiveness and activate a number of key sectors by attracting foreign direct investment (FDI).
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WGES 2018 Tackles Disruptive Digital Solutions
Inspired by the growth of digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence, AI, in boosting the economy, the annual World Green Economy Summit, WGES 2018, will focus on developing the digital economy and integrating it with the green context.
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Dubai Registers Strong 29% Increase In Business Event Bid Wins In H1 2018
Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city’s official convention bureau, has reported strong results for the first half of 2018, with 125 successful bids to host business events, reflecting a 29 per cent increase from the same period last year.
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DIB Donates AED3 Million To Al Jalila Foundation
Al Jalila Foundation, a global philanthropic organisation dedicated to transforming lives through medical education and research, announced that it has received a donation of AED 3 million from Dubai Islamic Bank, DIB.
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’Apple Pay’ Feature Activated In RTA Dubai App
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has launched Apple Pay feature enabling customers using iPhones to process the payment of several fees in a quick and safe environment via RTA Dubai app.
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EMGAS & Emarat Announce New LPG Cylinder Seals In Dubai To Ensure Best-In-Class Quality And Safety Assurance
Incorporated across all LPG cylinders from July 18, 2018, the new seals are red in colour and include logos of either Emirates Gas (EMGAS) or the Emarat logo printed on them.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Issues Resolutions Concerning Dubai Free Zones Council, Dubai Judicial Institute
The resolutions will be published in the Official Gazette and are effective as of their issuance date.
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Philips And Habib Medical Group Sign Cooperation Agreement To Launch State-Of-The-Art Integrated Solution For Sleep Disorders
Royal Philips ( NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, and Habib Medical Group, signed a strategic cooperation agreement to launch an integrated program for diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for sleep disorder patients in Al Habib Medical Group’s hospitals.
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Knowledge Fund Freezes Rental Increase On Assets Leased To Investors In Education Sector For Academic Year 2018-2019
In an initiative aimed at supporting the educational institutions and reduce their operational costs, the Chief Executive Officer of the Knowledge Fund in Dubai, Hesham Khalifa Al Qaizi.
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Dubai Culture Organises ’Joint Initiatives Between The UAE’s Cultural Entities’ Workshop
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage and literature, organised a ’Joint Initiatives Between the UAE’s Cultural Entities’ workshop, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development.
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Dubai Municipality Initiative Reduces Construction Cost In Dubai By 12%
Dubai Municipality’s new initiative that allows contractors to design and supervise metal structures for industrial projects without appointing consultancy offices has reduced the construction costs by 12 percent and the project licensing period by 33%.
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Deyaar Reports First Half 2018 Revenue Of AED314 Million
Deyaar Development PJSC,one of Dubai’s leading property developers and real estate service providers,today announced its financial results for the first half of 2018, ending June 30, 2018, demonstrating that the company had a solid start to the year.
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UOWD Researcher Unveils Innovation Elevation Roadmap
Ms Liz Barlow, Head of Business and Management, Palgrave Macmillan,described the project as timely, as it shows how organisations can establish a culture of creativity with global standards.
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Public Transport Ridership In Dubai Clocks 278m Riders In The First Half Of 2018
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), revealed that public transport means in Dubai have lifted 277.91 million riders in the first half of this year.
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DEWA Organises 5th Future Engineer Summer Camp
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, is organising the 5th Future Engineer camp for its employees’ children aged between 12-15.
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Invest India And UAE Minister For Artificial Intelligence Sign MoU For Future Cooperation In AI
The UAE Minister for Artificial Intelligence and Invest India have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the India – UAE Artificial Intelligence Bridge which is dedicated to spur discussion and explore options for both countries to grow their artificial intelligence economies.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Names New Board Members Of Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre
In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued Decree No. (24) of 2018 appointing and replacing members of the Board of the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre.
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UAE Receives Banner As Host Of World Down Syndrome Congress 2020
The Minister of Community Development, Hessa Essa Buhumaid, received the banner as the host of the World Down Syndrome Congress 2020 amidst applauds during the concluding session of the triennial World Down Syndrome Congress, WDSC, in Glasgow, Scotland.
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The Federal Competitiveness And Statistics Authority Signs Agreement With Dubai Electricity And Water Authority To Support The UN World Data Forum 2018
The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority (FCSA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) to build a strategic relationship to support the United Nations 2018 World Data Forum.
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Emirates Islamic Rewards Three Kunooz Savings Account Customers With Teslas
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, announced that it has rewarded three customers with Tesla cars, as part of its Kunooz Savings Account promotional campaign.
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Mashreq Announces Millionaire Winner For June 2018
UAE, XX July 2018: Mashreq, one of the UAE’s leading financial institutions, has announced its next Mashreq Millionaire winner for the month of June 2018, a Syrian Arabic Republic national.
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RTA Wins ’Excellence In GIS’ Regional Award
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has scooped the Excellence in GIS Implementation at GISWORX 2018 Award (EGI Award). It is a coveted regional prize awarded by GISTEC, one of the biggest GIS specialized organization in the region, and representative of ESRI.
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DEWA Organises Brainstorming Session For Employees Of Determination To Ensure Their Integration In The Workplace
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has organised a brainstorming session for its employees who are people of determination, at its ’Reading is Positive Energy’ tent in Zabeel Park in Dubai. The session, which featured innovative reading activities.
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Nakheel And Centara Cement AED500 Million Hospitality Joint Venture With AED290.5 Million Construction Contract
UAE-based master developer Nakheel and leading Thai hotel group Centara Hotels & Resorts today cemented their AED500 million joint venture with a construction contract worth AED290.5 million to build a 601-room beachfront resort at Dubai’s Deira Islands.
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Dubai Taxi Honors "Service Star" Winners With Vehicles Gifted By Al Futtaim Automotive
Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has recently honoured three drivers as part of the annual Star Service Award aimed to select the best-performing taxi drivers in several categories. The winners were offered Toyota Yaris Sedan, presented by Al Futtaim Automotive.
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DEWA Invites Organisations To Participate In The Third Dubai Solar Show
The third Dubai Solar Show will cover approximately 14,000 square metres and will attract 125 exhibitors, and more than 10 sponsors, from around the world.
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Emaar, Dubai Police Sign MoU To Set Up Smart Police Stations
Dubai Police on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emaar Properties to set up smart police stations at Emaar projects to provide all police services to tenants and owners without human intervention.
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Latifa Hospital For Women And Children Undergoes Expansion
The emergency department, and the labour and delivery suite of the Latifa Hospital for Women and Children, Dubai’s oldest and largest dedicated maternity and paediatric hospital, are currently undergoing expansion to double the hospital’s capacity at a total cost of AED100 million.
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’Teen Titans GO! To The Movies’ Hits Theatres This Week
When the Teen Titans go to the big screen, they go big! "Teen Titans GO! to the Movies" is coming out in theatres this week. It finds Cartoon Network’s egocentric, wildly satirical Super Heroes in their first feature film extravaganza-a fresh, gleefully clever.
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DP World Reports 6.0% Gross Like-For-Like Volume Growth In First Half Of 2018
DP World Limited handled 35.6million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) across its global portfolio of container terminals in the first half of 2018, with gross container volumes growing by 4.8% year-on-year on a reported basis and 6.0% on a like-for-like basis.
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Emirates Islamic Reinforces Commitment To Emiratisation
Emirates Islamic’s participation is part of the bank’s commitment to support the UAE’s Emiratisation drive, aimed at increasing the pool of UAE national talent in the banking sector.
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Azizi Developments Honours Dubai’s Top Real Estate Brokers
The event celebrates the outstanding sales achievements of channel partners who share the company’s vision to promote the real estate market in Dubai.
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Nakheel And Centara Cement Hospitality Joint Venture
UAE-based master developer Nakheel and leading Thai hotel group Centara Hotels & Resorts today cemented their AED500 million joint venture with a construction contract worth AED290.5 million to build a 601-room beachfront resort at Dubai’s Deira Islands.
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Emirates NBD Launches Family Savings Account For UAE Nationals
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, announced today the launch of the Emirates NBD Family Savings Account for UAE National customers, enabling Emirati families to consolidate their banking relationship with Emirates NBD and benefit from preferential interest rates and privileges.
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DEWA Awarded With The "Sustainability Initiative Of The Year" In The Sustainability Award 2018
The Business Intelligence Group awarded Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) with the "Sustainability Initiative of the Year", in the 2018 Sustainability Awards program.
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DP World To Build And Operate New Logistics Hub In Mali
Global trade enabler DP World has signed a 20-year concession with an automatic 20-year extension with the Republic of Mali to build and operate a 1000-hectare modern logistics hub outside of Bamako, the capital and largest city of Mali.
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Increased Foreign Demand Could Boost Dubai’s Office Market, Says JLL
This quarter, the Dubai Government has made a number of announcements designed to promote foreign investment and investor confidence,which is likely to boost demand in the office market in the medium term, says JLL’s latest report.
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DXB Traffic Rises To 43.7 Million In H1 Following 11.7% Uplift In June
Propelled by a double-digit surge in traffic in June, passenger numbers at Dubai International (DXB) topped 43.7 million in the first half of 2018, according to the traffic report issued today by operator Dubai Airports.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City - District One, Dubai’s Most Prestigious Residential Community, Now With A Brand New Look
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, District One, a part of the master development Meydan, unveils today the new design of its logo. The luxury community came up with a new look, feel, and identity to represent the property.
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Dubai Set To Draw More Saudi Visitors Following Strategic Alliance With Al Tayyar Travel Group
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) and Al Tayyar Travel Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel and tourism company, have formed a strategic alliance with the aim of further enhancing Dubai’s position as the preferred destination for Saudi visitors.
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Adventure And Style Take Centre Stage In Centrepoint’s Back-To-School Collection
Centrepoint, the one-stop fashion destination for an aspiring generation of shoppers across the Middle East, has launched its back-to-school collection, making stylish school essentials easily accessible to all.
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Dubai Culture To Launch 12th Edition Of ’Dubai Festival For Youth Theatre’
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage and literature, has announced its preparations for the 12th edition of the ’Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre’ for 2018.
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Techstars Dubai Accelerator In Partnership With GINCO Opens Applications For 2nd Class Hosted At Dubai’s Area 2071
Building on the success of the inaugural class of Techstars Dubai in Partnership with GINCO, Techstars, GINCO Investments.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Increases Dubai World Cup Prizemoney To $35 Million
His Highness also issued directives to increase the total prizemoney given away at other races held at the Meydan Racecourse to USD1.83 million (AED6.7 million), effective from the 2018-2019 racing season.
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Federal Tax Authority Classifies ’Eligible Goods’ For Calculating VAT As Per ’Profit Margin Scheme’ Into 3 Categories
The Authority asserted that only those goods, which had been subject to VAT before the supply in question, may be subject to the profit margin scheme. The profit margin is defined as the difference between the buying and selling price of an item, and is inclusive of taxes.
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Leisure Mobility Service Launched For Electric Abra Users On Dubai Creek
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched leisure mobility service for Electric Abra users on Dubai Creek, between Al Seef, Baniyas and Festival City Stations.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Increases Dubai World Cup Prize Money To $35 Million
His Highness also issued directives to increase the total prize money given away at other races held at the Meydan Racecourse to USD1.83 million (AED6.7 million), effective from the 2018-2019 racing season.
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Dubai Chamber Opens A Representative Office In The Republic Of Panama
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Dubai Chamber) has announced the opening of a representative office in the Republic of Panama. The new office has been established to strengthen Dubai Chamber’s presence in Latin America.
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Supporting Egyptian Families And 400 Students In Celebration Of The Year Of Zayed
A delegation from Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has visited remote villages in Egypt where it distributed Motorcycle Rickshaws to several families with limited income or experiencing tough health and living conditions.
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Emirates Islamic Announces Winner Of AED 1 Million Cash Prize For Award-Winning Kunooz Savings Account
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, today announced the lucky winner of its monthly Kunooz Savings Account draw for May 2018. Khalid Ahmed Al Marzooqi, a UAE national.
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Emirates Aviation University Logo Emirates Aviation University Launches A Research Centre In Collaboration With Coventry University
Emirates Aviation University (EAU) has announced the launch of a new research centre and doctoral training college in collaboration with Coventry University.
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DEWA’s Energy Meter Testing Laboratory Accredited By Emirates International Accreditation Centre As Per ISO/IEC 17025:2005 Requirements
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA received the accreditation certificate from Amina Ahmed, CEO of EIAC. Rashid Bin Humaidan, Executive Vice President of Distribution Power, and Marwan Al Sabbagh, Vice President of Projects & Connection Services at DEWA were also present.
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New Zealand Trade And Enterprise Prepares For Expo 2020 Dubai
New Zealand’s preparation for Expo 2020 Dubai is ramping up and the search is now on for service providers to support the operational excellence of the country’s pavilion.
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Region’s First Sports Performance Training And Fitness Center To Launch In Dubai
Michael Johnson Performance (MJP), an internationally recognized leader in athletic development and improvement, today announced its launch in the Middle East.
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Dubai Tourism Encourages Hotel Establishments To Adopt Comprehensive Sustainable Measures
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) recently hosted an immersive workshop to provide hotels with a refreshing outlook of its innovative Sustainability Board Game and encourage hospitality stakeholders to enrol their properties in the Carbon Calculator.
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Dubai Ruler Issues Resolution Promoting 821 Individuals At Residency, Foreigners Affairs Directorate
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, issued a Resolution promoting 821 officers, non-commissioned officers and members of staff at the General Directorate of Residency of Foreigners Affairs, GDRFA, in Dubai.
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Etisalat Group Reports AED 4.3 Billion Net Profits For H1 Growing 6% YOY While Growing 12.4% In Q2 2018
Etisalat Group today announced its consolidated financial results for H1 ending 30th June 2018.
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Smart Dubai Takes Part In High-Level Political Forum At United Nations’s New York Headquarters
The Smart Dubai Project Manager began her participation in the HLPF with a speech at the official meeting titled "Review Of SDGs Implementation: SDG11" on July 11 to examine the progress made on implementing the 11th goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Omar Al Olama Highlights Importance Of Utilising AI To Improve Government Services
Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, highlighted the importance of utilising advanced technologies to improve government services, in line with the government’s directives and the goals of the UAE’s artificial intelligence, AI, strategy.
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Dubai Holding And Emaar Champion New Era In Retail With ’Dubai Square’, A Tech-Driven Retail Destination In Dubai Creek Harbour
Blurring the boundaries of online and in-mall shopping, integrating indoor and outdoor, and delivering a social experience like none other, the all-new Dubai Square is designed for the new era of customers, digital, connected and tech-savvy.
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DHA Announces Plans To Open Dubai Oncology And Research Centre By 2020
The Dubai Health Authority, DHA, has announced its plans to open a Dubai Oncology and Research Centre by 2020.
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DEWA’s Energy Meter Testing Laboratory Accredited By Emirates International Accreditation Centre As Per ISO/IEC 17025:2005 Requirements
The Energy Meter Testing Laboratory of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has been accredited by the Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC) as per the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2005.
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ENOC Opens New Service Station In Al Barsha
ENOC Group has recently opened a new service station in Al Barsha, a densely populated area in Dubai - as part of its expansion plans aimed at building 54 new service stations by 2020.
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Mashreq Launches Cashback Campaign For Business Banking
Mashreq Bank, a leading financial institution in the region, today announced the launch of its ’Cashback Campaign’ for Business Banking clients, with the aim of rewarding entrepreneurs for growing their deposit balances.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid And Mohamed Bin Zayed Open $1 Billion Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi On Yas Island
Their Highnesses also attended the inauguration ceremony for the theme park, which took place at the Warner Bros. Plaza at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi.
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DEWA Is First Utility In The World To Work With Microsoft To Utilise Quantum Computing And Benefit From Azure Cloud Computing
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is cooperating with Microsoft to develop new quantum-based solutions to address energy optimisation and other challenges where classical computers have serious limitations.
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Government Services Office Updates
The DIFC Government Services Office (GSO) would like to inform you of the following updates:
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Emirates And Flydubai Come Together To Offer Customers Seamless Travel Options To Zagreb This Winter
Emirates and its partner airline flydubai announced today that flights between Dubai and Zagreb in Croatia will be operated by flydubai from 2 December 2018 to 30 March 2019 after which flights will be operated by Emirates.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Inspects Passenger Amenities At Dubai Airport
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today carried out an inspection at Dubai International Airport to review the flow of passenger traffic and examine the passenger facilities.
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DED And Emirates Islamic Signs Agreement To Support E-Traders
The agreement was signed by Omar Bushahab, CEO of BRL, and Wasim Saifi, Deputy CEO, Consumer Banking and Wealth Management at Emirates Islamic, in the presence of various other officials from both sides.
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Network International Launches E-Commerce Platform For Small Businesses
Network International is the UAE’s largest merchant acquirer and the company’s groundbreaking partnership with a leading global ecommerce player, Shopmatic, lends it a significant first mover advantage in the ecommerce space.
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RTA Unveils 8th Safety Awards And Introduces Safety Star Category
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the 8th Safety Awards 2018 forrecognising partners, consultants, contractors and employees adopting the best safety practices.
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Dubai Culture Honours Employees For Obtaining ’Internal Auditor’ Certificates
The honour followed Dubai Culture’s completion of the periodic review requirements, which involved upgrade the Authority’s sustainable development process in accordance with its strategy and plans.
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DCT Abu Dhabi Explores Collaboration With Saudi Tourism Sector
The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi successfully hosted a delegation of 11 key stakeholders and senior travel experts from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, KSA.
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Union Coop Uses Degradable And Recyclable Shopping Bags In All Its Branches
Plastic waste is one of the most environmental scourges and its high time enterprises take a stern step to tackle it. The largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE, Union Coop uses biodegradable and recyclable shopping bags, in all its branches to promote environment-friendly shopping experience.
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Nakheel Welcomes Korean Delegation For Dubai Investment Discussions
Master developer Nakheel today hosted the Korea Financial Investment Association (KOFIA), which is visiting Dubai to assess investment opportunities in the emirate.
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Dubai Land Department And Cityscape Sign MoU To Promote Dubai’s Real Estate Sector
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Informa Middle East, organiser of the region’s foremost real estate platform, Cityscape.
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Meraas Reveals Identity For Its Projects In Hatta
Meraas today revealed the new visual identity of its projects in Hatta, creating a brand that positions Hatta as a National Park and leading eco-tourism destination in line with the objectives of the Hatta Comprehensive Development Plan.
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RTA And Dubai Police To Start Trial Run Of Traffic Incidents Management Scheme On Sept 16, 2018
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and the Dubai Police General HQ announced that the trial run of the Traffic Incidents Management Scheme would be applied to a 70 km sector of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road for one year starting from 16 September 2018.
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Study Highlights Banking Challenges For Emerging Companies And Proposes Solutions
A study from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Dubai Chamber) conducted in coordination with the UAE Ministry of Economy, Council of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and global consultancy firm Roland Berger, has revealed major challenges facing the UAE’s start-up companies.
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DEWA Is First Utility In The World To Receive BS135002013 Code
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has fulfilled the requirements for the British Standard (BS 13500:2013) Code for Practice for Delivering Effective Governance, becoming the first utility in the world to implement this global standard.
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Nakheel Delivers AED60 Million Retail Pavilion At Dubai’s Badrah Community
More than 800 households at Nakheel’s Badrah and Veneto communities in Dubai can look forward to a host of shops, cafes and amenities with the completion of a new, AED60 million retail Pavilion.
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Nakheel Delivers AED60 Million Retail Pavilion At Dubai’s Badrah Community
More than 800 households at Nakheel’s Badrah and Veneto communities in Dubai can look forward to a host of shops, cafes and amenities with the completion of a new, AED60 million retail Pavilion.
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DEWA Is First Utility In The World To Receive BS 13500:2013 Code Of Practice For Delivering Effective Governance
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has fulfilled the requirements for the British Standard (BS 13500:2013) Code for Practice for Delivering Effective Governance, becoming the first utility in the world to implement this global standard.
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Dubai Islamic Bank And Emirates Skywards Soar To New Heights Launching Co-Branded Credit Cards
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, has partnered with Emirates Skywards to launch the new Emirates Skywards DIB Credit Cards tailored specifically to offer exceptional value to the country’s growing community of frequent flyers.
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Dubai Summer Surprises Gives Fresh Impetus To Business
The impact of DSS is particularly strong on Dubai’s retail sector, with participating malls becoming a magnet for families seeking rewarding summer shopping experiences, whilst giving their children plenty of ways to keep themselves engaged in fun and entertainment activities.
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Emirates Post Issues UAE-China Commemorative Stamps
To mark the historic visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping to the UAE, Emirates Post Group, EPG, in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
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Manal Bint Mohammed: The Exceptional Achievements Of The UAEGBC Were Made Possible Through The Continuous Support Of Our Wise Leadership
Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council and wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, praised the wise leadership’s efforts to support Emirati women.
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DLD, Cityscape Sign MoU
Dubai Land Department, DLD, has announced a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, with Informa Middle East, organiser of the region’s foremost real estate platform, Cityscape.
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RTA And Dubai Police To Start Trial Run Of Traffic Incidents Management Scheme On Sept 16
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and the Dubai Police General HQ announced that the trial run of the Traffic Incidents Management Scheme would be applied to a 70 km sector of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road for one year starting from 16 September 2018.
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Industry Leaders Set To Meet In Dubai To Discuss Future Manufacturing And Allied Technologies
Middle East’s most prominent manufacturing and trade event, the Future Manufacturing and Trade Summit, hosted by Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED), and organised in collaboration with Expotrade Global.
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UAE Delegation Visits Jordan And Egypt, Explores Ways To Enhance Trade Processes Of Agricultural Produce
A UAE delegation visited the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to explore ways to boost bilateral trade of fresh agricultural produce and ensurethat traded vegetables and fruits are of high quality and safe for consumption.
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Office For Future Food Security Discusses 2050 Foresights
The challenges of ensuring an adequate supply of food for generations to come was the subject under discussion at a series of workshops held on Thursday by the UAE Office for Future Food Security.
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Dubai International Financial Centre Strengthens Commitment To Belt And Road With China Everbright Group Collaboration
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Everbright Group (CEG).
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DP World Signs Agreement With Chinese Company To Boost International Trade
An agreement to jointly construct a new ’Traders Market’ at DP World’s flagship Jebel Ali Port and Free Zone in Dubai on a total build up area of three million square metres has been signed between the global trade enabler and the Zhejiang China Commodities City Group.
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Lifetime E-Registration Of Vehicles For Individuals To Start On 1 August: RTA
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the third and final phase of Vehicle e-Registration, enabling individuals to replace their existing vehicle registration cards by lifetime e-Registration, as of 1 August 2018.
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DIFC Strengthens Commitment To Belt And Road With China Everbright Group Collaboration
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Everbright Group (CEG).
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Lifetime E-Registration Of Vehicles For Individuals To Start On 1 August 2018
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the third and final phase of Vehicle e-Registration, enabling individuals to replace their existing vehicle registration cards by lifetime e-Registration, as of 1 August 2018.
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DEWA Is The First Entity In The MENA Region To Receive ISO 14452 For Network Services Billing
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has been accredited for the ISO 14452:2012 by SGS Gulf Ltd, a leading global company in international auditing, testing, verification and accreditation.
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DIFC Strengthens Commitment To ’Belt And Road’ With China Everbright Group
Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, MEASA, region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, with China Everbright Group (CEG).
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Dubai Chamber Report Predicts Positive Years Ahead For UAE Economy
A new report from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry(Dubai Chamber) has predicted prosperous years ahead for the UAE economy.
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Dubai Cares Hosts Its First Summer Camp In Partnership With Al Ihsan Charity Association
Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, today kicked off its ’Summer Camp’ edition of Volunteer Emirates, in partnership with Al Ihsan Charity Association.
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The UAE and China Ink Two Agreements on Strengthening Agricultural Cooperation, Building Wholesale Market
UAE and China seek to bolster strong relations through sharing experiences and employing latest technologies in environmental, agricultural, livestock and food diversity fields.
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China-UAE Conference on Islamic Banking to launch in November
The HBMSU is the first UAE university to host the China-UAE Conference on Banking and Islamic Finance.
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UAE President Bestows ’Order Of Zayed’ On China’s President Xi Jinping
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has bestowed the ’Order of Zayed’ on China’s President Xi Jinping in recognition of his role and efforts in supporting the development of close bilateral cooperation between China and the UAE in various aspects.
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DEWA Trains HR Staff On Inclusive Employment, In Collaboration With Ministry Of Community Development
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has organised a workshop for its Human Resources staff to train them on the foundations and principles of inclusive employment.
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Dubai Culture Participates in UAE China Week 2018
During the three-day event from 19th to 21st July which is taking place from 4.00 to 10.00 pm, Dubai Culture participated in a heritage pavilion and distributed heritage gifts to visitors.
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Chinese newspaper praises UAE media
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s signed article in two national newspapers in the UAE demonstrates China’s policy of cooperating with the UAE.
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RTA attends in UK factory tests of Rail Fastening Systems of Route 2020 Project
The purpose of the visit was to ensure that all Rail Fastening Systems are compatible with the specifications of Route 2020 Project as well as the international specifications.
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marhaba celebrates one millionth Dubai customer with outstanding summer offer
25% discount on meet & greet service and lounge fees for bookings on 19 July.
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DP World Signs Agreement To Boost International Trade
New market for traders with a build-up area of 3 million square metres in Jebel Ali Free Zone.
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Tint World Enters UAE Market With New Location in Dubai
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, has entered the growing United Arab Emirates market with its first store in Dubai
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Conducting A Pilot For An Advanced Smart Technology To Assist People Of Determination At Metro Stations
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a demo smart technology via iPhone only, at Rashidiya Metro Station to serve the blind people of determination using Dubai Metro services.
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Dubai Invests AED 500 Million In Energy Efficiency
The Regulatory & Supervisory Bureau (RSB) for electricity and water in Dubai has revealed that Dubai’s cumulative investments in the energy efficiency market increased to AED500 million in 2017.
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RTA Opens Tunnel Linking Happiness St With Meydan St On Friday
On Friday, July 20, Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will open a 420m tunnel providing a left-turn from the Happiness Street to Al Meydan Street. The tunnel is part of the recently opened Phase II of the Parallel Roads Improvement Project at the Business Bay District.
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DP World Signs Agreement To Boost International Trade
An agreement to jointly construct a new ’Traders Market’ at DP World’s flagship Jebel Ali Port and Free Zone in Dubai on a total build up area of three million square metres has been signed between the global trade enabler and the Zhejiang China Commodities City Group.
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RTA Conducts A Pilot For An Advanced Smart Technology To Assist People Of Determination At Metro Stations
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a demo smart technology via iPhone only, at Rashidiya Metro Station to serve the blind people of determination using Dubai Metro services.
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Dubai Duty Free Tops Dhs 3.671 Billion (US$1 Billion) In First Half Of 2018
Dubai Duty Free has announced a 10% increase in sales for the first half of the year with turnover reaching Dhs3.671 billion (US$1 billion) and placing the operation well on track to reach Dhs7.400 billion (US$2 billion) by year-end.
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Emirates Announces One-Off A380 Service To Accra
Emirates’ iconic A380 aircraft will operate a one-off flight to Kotoka International Airport (ACC), Accra, on Tuesday 2nd October, as the global airline joins local authorities in celebrating the opening of the airport’s new Terminal 3.
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Mashreq Net Profit In The First Half Of 2018
Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, today has reported its financial results for the first half ending 30th June 2018.
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Dubai Chamber Seminar Drives Road Safety Awareness
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry is leading the drive towards road safety with the hosting of a seminar on safe highway practices.
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"Kids Fly For Less" With Flydubai This Summer
flydubai today launched a special summer offer for families where children accompanied by their parents can fly from AED 10 plus taxes and surcharges to select destinations on the flydubai network.
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The UAE Is Ranked Sixth Globally In Online Services Index According To The UN EDGI Report Covering 193 Countries
Five years after the launch of the mGovernment Project by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and his meeting with 1000 government officials to transform government services on smart phones within 24 months.
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Opening Tunnel Linking Happiness St With Meydan St
On Friday, July 20, 2018, Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will open a 420m tunnel providing a left-turn from the Happiness Street to Al Meydan Street. The tunnel is part of the recently opened Phase II of the Parallel Roads Improvement Project at the Business Bay District.
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DP World Announces Closing Of Continental Warehousing Corporation (India) Transaction
Hindustan Infralog Private Limited (HIPL), a joint venture between DP World and the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), is pleased to announce that the transaction to acquire 90% stake in Continental Warehousing Corporation (Nhava Seva) Ltd in India has now closed.
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Ministry Of Health & Prevention Hosts ’Art For Health’ Awards
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) held the closing ceremony of the ’Art for Health 2018’ competition. The winners were awarded in the presence of H.E. Dr. Hussein Abdul Rahman Rand, Assistant Undersecretary for Health Centers and Clinics; and Dr. Fadila Sharif.
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Dubai Customs: Re-export Trade With China Up 60% To AED 176.4 Bn In 2017
The most notable growth occurred in Dubai-China re-exports trade which went up 60% from AED 4.99 billion in 2016 to AED 7.97 billion last year.
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Emirates Islamic Announces First Half 2018 Financial Results.
Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Chairman of Emirates Islamic, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD commented: "We are pleased to announce impressive results for Emirates Islamic in the first half of 2018, as Islamic Banking continues to grow in popularity in the UAE.
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Record Breaking Visitor Growth And Continued Partnerships Solidify Dubai’s Commitment To China
Ahead of President Xi Jinping of China’s arrival in the UAE later this week, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) reports continued growth in visitors from China.
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Federal Tax Authority Calls On Persons Dealing With Commercial Real Estate To Settle VAT On Sale Before Transfer Of Ownership
FTA Director General His Excellency Khalid Ali Al Bustani explained that the tour sought direct communication with Persons working in or concerned with the real estate sector to raise their awareness of tax procedures, respond to their queries.
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Premier Developer, Emaar, To Build Middle East’s Largest Chinatown At Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar today announced a landmark development that will further strengthen UAE-China relations, coinciding with the historic visit of President Xi Jinping of China to the UAE.
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Emirates NBD Announces First Half 2018 Results
Commenting on the Group’s performance, Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Emirates NBD said: "I am extremely proud that Emirates NBD has delivered another record net profit in the first half of 2018.
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Emirates Adds Flights To France
Emirates today announced that it will introduce two additional flights to Lyon and one to Paris per week, complementing its existing schedule and providing even more choice and convenience to travellers.
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