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Emirates Aviation University Signs MoU With Lufthansa Technik Middle East
Emirates Aviation University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lufthansa Technik Middle East to collaborate on opportunities in the aviation sector.
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Ministry Of Community Development Registers 50,000 Volunteering Hours This Ramadan
The Ministry of Community Development (MOCD) has confirmed that around 30,000 volunteers from across the country recorded a total of 48,869 volunteering hours participating in more than 52 initiatives on its UAE Volunteers platform during the Holy Month of Ramadan.
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Dubai Electronic Security Center Initiates Cyber Security Standard For Autonomous Vehicles
Dubai Electronic Security Center is set to launch the first of its kind "Cyber Security Standard" on Autonomous Vehicles in the region.
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Exchanges Of Experience Between The TRA And The Sharjah Municipality In The Field Of Digital Transformation
A delegation from the General Authority for Regulating the Telecommunications Sector (TRA) visited Sharjah Municipality in an effort to share expertise and experience between federal and local government entities to serve digital transformation in the UAE.
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Millennials Vote DXB As Best Airport For Retail Environment At Travel Retail Awards
The winning entries for the airport categories were chosen from the results of a survey covering the experience of thousands of travellers across the world’s top 42 airports over a 6-month period.
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Ministry Of Health And Prevention Launches Second Phase Of ’Healthy And Positive Work Environment 2018’
The Ministry of Health and Prevention, represented by the Department of Health Education and Promotion, launched the second stage of the ’Healthy and Positive Environment Initiative 2018’ at the Ministry of Infrastructure Development in Dubai as part of its bid to promote happiness and positivity.
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Dubai Land Department Launches New ’Apple Pay’ And ’Samsung Pay’ Payment Methods
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that its Finance Department recently activated new smart payment services through the ’Apple Pay’ and ’Samsung Pay’ applications.
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The Search For Dubai’s Best Budget-Friendly Supermarket
For the frugal shopper, the preferred choice of supermarket is one of the hardest decisions to make. As grocery retailers battle for market share, the average consumer gets the benefit of broad selection of groceries and low prices.
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Emirates Announces One-Off A380 Service Into Islamabad, Pakistan
The A380 flight will depart Dubai on 8 July 2018 at 0800hrs and arrive in Islamabad at 1210hrs. The flight will depart Islamabad at 1540hrs arriving in Dubai at 1745hrs on the same day.
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Moorfields Dubai Consultant Performs Trifocal Lens Implant Procedure And Transforms Patient’s Vision Of The World
A Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai patient - a 59-year old British resident of Dubai - has been able to throw away his three pairs of glasses, after his vision was corrected following an artificial Intraocular lens transplant procedure at the hospital.
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Zayed Bin Mohammed Family Gathering Reflects On A Decade Of Success
The organisers of the Zayed Bin Mohammed Family Gathering (Almultaqa) today reflected on a decade of success, following the announcement that the centre is to close.
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Dubai FDI Partners With VFS Global To Ease Foreign Investors Licensing
The partnership with VFS Global is part of Dubai FDI’s efforts to ensure a smooth journey for investors and advance their business.
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Dubai College Of Tourism Announces 20 Scholarships For Retail Course In Collaboration With Dubai Gold And Jewellery Group
The Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), is partnering with the Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group to award full scholarships to 20 students applying for its Certificate of Retail course, which commences on 9 September this year.
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Dubai Courts Explores Dubai Municipality’s Experience In Knowledge Management, Innovation
A delegation from the Dubai Courts visited the Knowledge Management Department of the Dubai Municipality, to learn about its best practices in the transfer of knowledge and how it manages its internal and external websites.
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Damiani, The Leading Italian Brand Of Fine Handmade Jewellery, Now Available At Dubai Duty Free
On 14th June, Damiani revealed for the first time its finest collection of jewellery in Dubai Duty Free located in Terminal 3 - Concourse B at Dubai International Airport.
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Emirates Launches Second Daily Flight On Dubai-Prague Route
Emirates has launched a second daily flight between Dubai and Prague, to meet the increasing demand for travel on the route.
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Dubai Duty Free Receives Superbrands Award for the Fourteenth Time
At the recent Superbrands UAE Tribute Event, Dubai Duty Free has received its fourteenth Superbrands Award at the ceremony held at the Inter-Continental-Dubai Festival City.
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Jafza And GDRFA Simplify And Speed Up Transactions For Free Zone Companies
Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), the region’s trade enabler and leading business hub, today signed a cooperation agreement with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) to further simplify existing visa procedures and improve customer experience.
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DEWA Promotes ’Tips Before Travelling’
For the 6th consecutive year, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched its annual ’Tips before Travelling,’ which is part of its annual ’Let’s Make This Summer Green’ campaign.
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Dubai Trade World To Create Logistics Community System In Dominican Republic
A new electronic trade portal that will enable trade and make life easier for business has been launched in the Dominican Republic by Dubai Trade World (DT World).
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Dubai Chamber Showcases Emirate’s Luxury Property Sector in China
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Dubai Chamber) has supported Dubai’s high-end real estate sector through its sponsorship of LPS Beijing 2018, China’s leading invitation-only luxury property show.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Approves New Dubai’s New HR Law
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the new Human Resource Law of the Government of Dubai.
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Dnata Ups Investment In Italy, Increases Its Interest In Airport Handling SPA To 70%
dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has exercised its option to acquire an additional 40% share in Airport Handling SPA.
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Brighton College Dubai To Celebrate Innovative Approach To Learning With Creative Learning Centre
Brighton College Dubai will encourage creative and collaborative learning with its state of the art Creative Learning Centre (CLC), which will launch as part of the school in September 2018.
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Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Takes Delivery Of Its First Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd. announced that its leasing division, DAE Capital has taken delivery of its first new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft on lease to Gol Linhas Aereas, Brazil’s largest airline by passengers carried. The delivery took place at the Boeing delivery center in Renton, USA.
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DED Adds 26 New Business Activities In Vital Sectors During H1 2018
The Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, added 26 new business activities across a number of sectors in first half of 2018 following that tracked local market needs, supply and demand in those vital sectors.
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1.75m Passengers Used Hatta Crossing Last Year
A total of 1.75m passengers travelled through the Hatta border crossing in 2017, and more than 152,000 declarations were carried out, and 3904 seizures.
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Dubai Set To Serve As Regional Digital Financial Inclusion Hub For Middle East, Africa And South Asia
The UAE is ideally positioned to serve as the ’beating heart’ of a regional innovation hub; according to a new report published by Oliver Wyman in collaboration with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East.
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RTA Handles 8m Taxi Bookings In First Half Of 2018
The Booking and Dispatch Center at RTA’s Public Transport Agency has handled 8,294,714 million bookings placed by taxi riders in Dubai during the first half of this year.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Innovation Fund Announces Financial Support For ’Lamsa’
The Mohammed bin Rashid Innovation Fund, MBRIF, operated by the Emirates Development Bank, EDB, has announced its financial support for ’Lamsa’, a brand and platform for children.
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FTA Updates Its e-Services To Facilitate The Work Of Customs Clearance Companies
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has revealed details of updates to its electronic services (e-Services) that have been designed to provide a greater number of facilities for customs clearance companies that operate under its approval.
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Handling 8m Taxi Bookings In First Half Of 2018
The Booking and Dispatch Center at RTA’s Public Transport Agency has handled 8,294,714 million bookings placed by taxi riders in Dubai during the first half of this year.
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Preparations For The busiest Day Of The Year, At The Busiest Airport In The World
At Dubai International (DXB), an airport where close to 90 million passengers are expected to visit this year, every day is a busy one.
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Flydubai Announces The Alignment Of Its Frequent Flyer Programme To Emirates Skywards
Dubai-based carrier flydubai has announced, today, that the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates airline, Emirates Skywards will become the loyalty programme for both airlines.
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11th Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby At The Curragh Racecourse
The 11thDubai Duty Free Irish Derby took place at the Curragh Racecourse, Co. Kildare on Saturday (30thJune) amid glorious sunshine.
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In Honour Of The Year Of Zayed GEMS Our Own English High School Dubai Raises AED500,000 For Dubai Cares
GEMS Our Own English High School Dubai has raised AED 500,000 for Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives.
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Dubai Financial Market Signs MoU With Dubai Land Department To Promote Listing Of Real Estate Trust Funds
The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Land Department (DLD) to open up new opportunities in the financial market for real estate companies, with a particular focus on real estate trust funds (REITs), and facilitate the listing of both the compani
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39 Candidates Pass The Medical And Psychological Exams In UAE Astronaut Programme
The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre announced that 39 out of 95 candidates passed the physical and psychological tests to qualify for the preliminary list of the UAE Astronaut Programme.
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Dubai-Based NEARBUY GROUP Acquires Controlling Stake In London-Based NexusEngage
NEARBUY GROUP, a leading retail and Ad tech company, born and headquartered in Dubai, is now the majority shareholder in NexusEngage Ltd, a UK-based company which turns empty retail space into an experience that enhances the customers’ shopping journey and drives footfall into targeted retailers.
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Emirates A380 Makes One-Off Landing In Muscat
The Emirates A380, the world’s largest commercial passenger jet, was operated by Omani national, Captain Mussallim Al-Dawoodi and UAE national, First Officer Nasser Abdulla Al Owais.
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"Dubai Culture" Organises Training To Ensure Business Continuity
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts, heritage and literature, organised a training programme for the risk management team according to the ISO certificate (22301:2012) standards, the team was awarded certificates by Saeed Al Nabouda.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Approves New HR Law Of Dubai Government
"We are committed to providing a supportive environment for all employees of the Government of Dubai, as the performance of the government sector is key to our development journey. Our objective is to ensure a strong work life balance and stability for all government employees.
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INJAZ UAE And J.P. Morgan Host ’Steer Your Career’ Program For University Students In The UAE
As part of its commitment to foster local young talents and empower youth to reach their full potentials, INJAZ UAE, in partnership with J.P. Morgan, recently implemented a series of INJAZ ’Steer Your Career’ programs supporting students from five universities across the UAE.
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DEWA Is Host Sponsor Of World Energy Congress 2019 In Abu Dhabi
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed an agreement with the UAE National Committee for the World Energy Council. DEWA will be the Host Sponsor of the 24th World Energy Congress (WEC).
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RTA Issues Right-Of-Way Utilities Distribution Manual
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai announced the release of the Right-of-Way Utilities Distribution Manual with the aim of streamlining the distribution of infrastructural utilities on the right-of-way.
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DIFC To Host Second Edition Of Global Financial Forum In March
Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, has announced that the second edition of its Global Financial Forum, GFF, will be held on 11th March, 2019, in Dubai.
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DED Outsources Licensing, Registration Services For TECOM Non-Free Zone Businesses To axs
The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) Sector of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with axs, TECOM Group’s smart gateway for integrated services founded in 2014.
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Dubai Association Centre Growth Accelerates With 38% Increase In Registrations
The substantial increase this year comes on the back of the inaugural Dubai Association Conference, which took place in December 2017.
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Al Ansari Exchange Named "UAE Superbrand" For The 13th Year In A Row
Al Ansari Exchange, the UAE-based foreign exchange and worldwide money transfer company, have won the ’UAE Superbrands’ award for the 13thconsecutive year.
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RTA’s Customers Council Ponders Improvement Of School Transport Services
The Customers Council of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has recently held its 91st session at RTA’s premises with various parties operating in the field of school transport.
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Discover Expert Craftsmanship And Exquisite Design With Istana Jewllers Bespoke Services
While fashion trends come and go, there is one trend within the luxury jewellery category that is here to stay. Bespoke jewellery services have become a popular service for those looking for something truly unique.
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Emirates Institute Of Banking And Financial Studies Launches Fintech Training Lab To Develop Talent To Meet Future Industry Needs
Emirates Institute of Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS), a regional leader in banking and finance education and training, in association with leading UAE banks and insurance companies, has launched the EIBFS Fintech Training Lab seeking to enhance access to skills training in the latest digital.
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Moombai & Co Presents Its New Tiffin Lunch Box With New A Menu Each Day
Moombai & Co Cafe and Bar presents its truly creative tiffin box concept, with a brand-new menu served every working day of the month. In a bid to create a dining experience that is fresh, vibrant, and new every day, Moombai & Co serves some of its menu favorites.
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RTA Completes Tunnel-Drilling Works Of Route 2020 Extending 3200m
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, announced the completion of key tunnelling works of Route 2020 Project stretching 3.2 km at a depth ranging from 12 to 36 meters.
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Dubai Cares To Host 10 Editions Of Volunteer Emirates In Collaboration With Senses Residential And Day Care For Special Needs In Dubai
Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has announced that it will be hosting 10 editions of its popular local volunteering initiative, Volunteer Emirates, in collaboration with Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs in Dubai.
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PCFC Discusses Means Of Growth With Businesses In Dubai
The Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, PCFC, augmented its partnership with trade and business groups in Dubai through an open dialogue with them in the quarterly Consultative Council organised recently.
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DIFC collaborates with France’s Finance Innovation to promote FinTech growth
The collaboration will support the development of the FinTech ecosystem in both markets and facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration between their regulatory and financial communities.
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Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange recorded its best H1 ever in its 13 year history
Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange has recorded its best H1 ever in its 13-year history, trading over 11,300,000 contracts so far in 2018, up 44 percent year-on-year.
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DP World plans to set up a logistics facility in Ethiopia
The DP World is planning to set up a logistics facility in Ethiopia to facilitate transport of goods to landlocked countries in Africa, revealed Sultan bin Sulayem, DP World Group Chairman & CEO and Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation.
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New bus route between Dubai & Sharjah at 30-minute headway time
The Public Transport Agency, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), had recently launched a new bus route between Dubai and Sharjah named (E311) to meet the increasing demand for this service from riders commuting between the two Emirates daily.
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RTA Opens New Bus Route Between Dubai & Sharjah At 30-Minute Headway Time
The Public Transport Agency, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), had recently launched a new bus route between Dubai and Sharjah named (E311) to meet the increasing demand for this service from riders commuting between the two Emirates daily.
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UAE Government launches 2nd phase of Customer Happiness Formula
The UAE Government has launched the 2nd phase of the Customer Happiness Formula that includes the assessment of 250 electronic and smart services provided by different federal government departments.
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DEWA launches 1st AI-based Digital Command Centre in the UAE
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has inaugurated DEWA’s Digital Command Centre.
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Modhesh World welcomes 5,000 school children from across Dubai
A colourful world of games, rides, entertainment and activities welcomed 5,000 school children from across the UAE last week at the 19th edition of Modhesh World located at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
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flydubai marks first direct flight between Dubai and Sicily
A senior delegation from Dubai, including H.E. Liborio Stellino, the Ambassador of Italy in the UAE, Jeyhun Efendi, Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations for flydubai, Thierry Aucoc, Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations (Europe & Russian Federation) for Emirates.
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10X Initiatives Of Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP) Aim To Provide Unique Travel Experiences
Government of Dubai Media Office : Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP) has introduced new projects aimed at developing the aviation industry under the umbrella of the Dubai 10X initiative.
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Emirates SkyCargo Opens Up A New Trade Lane To South America
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, will be adding Santiago, Chile to its network of cargo destinations from 5th July 2018.
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DHA Simplifies Medical Record Access To Enhance Patient Experience
In a bid to further empower patients and provide them with easy access to their medical records, the DHA announced that it has simplified its registration process.
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Etisalat adopts Latest Global IoT Security Guidelines
Etisalat today announced its commitment to adapt and implement a common approach to IoT security guidelines that will outline best practices and recommendations for the entire IoT ecosystem.
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First Bvlgari Residences Dubai delivered to their owners
Meraas and Bvlgari are delighted to announce the handover of Bvlgari Residences Dubai, in the city’s most exclusive residential community, where homeowners can enjoy the unparalleled Bvlgari lifestyle.
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Al Tayer Awards 46 Emirati graduates of RTA’s Scholarships Programme
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, has recently awarded 46 Emirati graduates of RTA’’s Scholarships Programme amongst RTA’s employees and affiliated students.
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Microsoft Hosts Region’s First Data Centre Community Meetup In Dubai
Microsoft, on Monday, brought together the world’s leading experts on data centre technologies to address GCC Information and Communications Technology, ICT, professionals, in the region’s first Gulf data centre community meetup, in Dubai.
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Amanat Acquires Real Estate Assets Of North London Collegiate School Dubai For AED 405 Million
Amanat Holdings PJSC (Amanat), the GCC’s largest healthcare and education investment company, has completed the acquisition of the real estate assets of North London Collegiate School (NLCS) Dubai, a premium International Baccalaureate curriculum school.
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Elevision And Dubai International Financial Centre Renew Partnership, Boosting Digital Advertising Offering Across The Centre
Elevision, one of the region’s leading innovative media companies, has signed a 10-year contract with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region (MEASA), for holistic digital-out-of-home (DOOH) advertising solutions.
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flydubai Lands In Thessaloniki
flydubai has inaugurated its flights to Thessaloniki becoming the first UAE carrier to offer direct flights from Dubai. Today’s flight from Terminal 2, Dubai International landed at Thessaloniki Airport "Makedonia" and was greeted by a water cannon salute.
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Noor Bank, Dubai Police Join Hands To Fight Drug Abuse
Noor Bank, a leading Shari’a-compliant bank in the UAE, joined public and private sector organisations in the UAE in supporting the ’International Day Against Drug Abuse’ campaign hosted by the General Directorate for Drug Control at Dubai Police.
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Dubai Sports Council Seeks Means Of Cooperation With Poland
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, the Deputy Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, received H.E. Robert Rostek, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Poland, in the presence of H.E. Saeed Hareb, the Secretary General of DSC.
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Dubai Quality Group honours DEWA as Main Sponsor of the Emirates Women Award
The Dubai Quality Group honoured Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) as the Main Sponsor of the 15th Emirates Women Award, which was organised under the slogan ’Wisdom, Goodness, and Giving.’
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’SMEs Contribute 40 Percent To Dubai’s GDP’, Says Dubai FDI CEO
It is estimated that Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) contribute 40 percent to Dubai’s GDP and employ 42 percent of the total workforce, said Fahad Al Gergawi, CEO of Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI).
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2018 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby
The highly anticipated 2018 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Festival takes place at Ireland’s premier international racecourse, The Curragh Racecourse, Co. Kildare on Saturday, 30th June 2018.
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Etisalat Offers Free Access To ’Apple Music’
Etisalat today announced it is offering a six month free access to ’Apple Music’ for its postpaid customers, giving them access to tens of millions of songs via iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Mac, as well as PC or Android.
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Emirates Flight Catering Builds World’s Largest Vertical Farming Facility In Dubai
Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) and Crop One will co-invest US$40 million to build the world’s largest vertical farming facility near Al Maktoum International Airport at Dubai World Central.
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Stem Cell And Regenerative Medical Centre To Open In Dubai
Emirates Hospital Jumeirah has announced that it has partnered with ReGen Medical Management Dubai to officially launch ’ReGen at Emirates Hospital,’ a new stem cell and regenerative medical centre.
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Dubai Taxi Explores 273 Ideas In Government Innovation Lab 2018
RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has held its Government Innovation Lab 2018 that aimed at concluding creative ideas and suggestions to induce a positive change in Dubai Taxi services.
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Emirates NBD convenes UAE youth at discussion on money management for millennials
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, today convened a panel discussion on money management for its millennial customers, as part of the bank’s financial literacy platform, #moneywise.
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First Emirati restaurant opens at DXB
Travellers at Dubai International (DXB) looking for great coffee and tasty local cuisine can now experience a traditional Emirati coffeehouse in Terminal 3 at the new S34 Gahwa Mezza Bar.
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DEWA Enhances Cooperation With US, International Companies, Universities, And Research Centres
A delegation led by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has visited the US.
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Newton Faulkner to headline musicDXB Ten Hour Takeover
For the first time ever Dubai International (DXB) will be the host of a ten hour music festival across the airports terminals, headlined by British singer-songwriter, Newton Faulkner.
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Dubai Financial Market Distributes AED15.8 Billion Of Cash Dividends In 2017
As part of its leading investor and issuer services, Dubai Financial Market (DFM) has successfully accomplished the cash dividend distribution for the financial year 2017. As much as AED15.8 billion been disseminated to 466,482 investors.
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DIB Champions Customer Happiness With 9th Double Your Salary Draw
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the UAE’s largest Islamic Bank, has announced the ninth winner of its "Double Your Salary" monthly campaign, held at DIB’s City Center Sharjah branch, officiated by a representative of Sharjah Economic Development Department "SEDD".
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UAE Cabinet Issues Resolutions On The Regulation Of Foodstuff
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued Cabinet Resolutions Nos. 29 and 30 on the UAE regulatory system for the monitoring of milk and dairy products and another on the monitoring of juice and beverages.
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Nahyan bin Mubarak Opens Kabaddi Masters Dubai 2018
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister for Tolerance, on Thursday, opened the six-nation Kabaddi Masters Dubai 2018 tournament, with the support of the Dubai Sports Council.
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RTA Activates Phase 3 Of Dedicated Bus Lanes In July
From 1 July 2018, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will start the actual implementation of Phase 3 of Dedicated Bus and Taxi Lanes (Masar). This Phase will cover a short distance at the approaches of Jumeirah Lakes Metro Station. The dedicated bus lane extends 1.8 km.
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Indian Tourism To UAE Gets A Boost
Tourist inflow from India into the UAE is expected to soar following a decision by the UAE cabinet earlier this month to exempt transit passengers through airports in the country from all entry fees for the first 48 hours of their stay.
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Emirates Airline Foundation Continues To Transform Communities In Western Uganda
The Emirates Airline Foundation along with Outreach to Africa (OTA) has established a school with three sections; nursery, primary and secondary; The Emirates Airline Foundation campus in Geme village near Fort Portal, Kabarole District, Western Uganda.
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UAE Food Bank Distributes 73,200 Food Packets During Ramadan 2018
The UAE Food Bank distributed 73,200 food packets during the Holy Month of Ramadan this year, which included 49,700 iftar kits and 23,500 suhoor meals.
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Activates Phase 3 of Dedicated Bus Lanes in July 2018
From 1 July 2018, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will start the actual implementation of Phase 3 of Dedicated Bus and Taxi Lanes (Masar). This Phase will cover a short distance at the approaches of Jumeirah Lakes Metro Station. The dedicated bus lane extends 1.8 km.
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His Highness Shaikh Maktoum bin Mohammed Chairs DIFC Higher Board of Directors Meeting
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region.
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DEWA enhances cooperation with Stanford University
A delegation headed by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has visited Stanford University in the State of California.
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du And Etisalat Join Hands With Dubai Properties To Power Smart ICT Infrastructure
Telecom operators du and Etisalat have announced that they teamed up with Dubai Properties to provide smart ICT infrastructure for its upcoming realty projects.
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Dubai Properties Projects Draw Interest from High Net-worth Chinese Investors
Dubai Properties, a member of Dubai Holding, is drawing high interest for its upscale projects from investors and potential buyers in China as part of its participation at Luxury Property Showcase (LPS) Beijing 2018.
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RTA Completes 85% Of Phase 1 Of 7th Interchange, Al Yalayes And Al Asayel Road Projects, Opening Set On 15 September
’The projects have been undertaken 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 keep pace with the upswing seen by Dubai, meet the rapid urbanisation of Dubai and bring happiness to people.
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Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer Meets Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has continued his visit to the United States of America where he met Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, at the headquarters in the State of Washington.
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DFSA signs MoU with Astana Financial Services Authority
The Dubai Financial Services Authority, DFSA, entered into a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, with the Astana Financial Services Authority, AFSA.
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DEWA MD and CEO, Microsoft CEO discuss cooperation
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has met with Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, in Washington, and discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation.
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Announcing the winners of short story writers contest for people of determination
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the winners of the Short Story Writing Contest for the People of Determination launched at the beginning of 2018 year.
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DEWA Enhances Cooperation With MIT
A delegation headed by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has visited the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the USA.
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DIFC to expand its FinTech offering in partnership with Startupbootcamp
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) today entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA).
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RTA Launches NFC Payment Initiative At Customer Happiness Centres
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently unleashed an initiative for payment of fees at Customer Happiness Centres using Near Field Communication (NFC) technology of smartphones and devices.
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Launching NFC payment initiative at Customer Happiness Centres
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently unleashed an initiative for payment of fees at Customer Happiness Centres using Near Field Communication (NFC) technology of smartphones and devices. The initiative aims to delight customers and increase their satisfaction with RTA’s servic
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Award Now Open For Nominations
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has set the application deadline for the fifth annual Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Award for June 25, 2018.
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Dubai Knowledge Park Fills Growing Demand From Chinese Vocational Students In The UAE’s Tourism Sector
With a growing number of Chinese tourists coming to Dubai, it has become increasingly important to train qualified talent to serve this emerging market segment.
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UAE And Russia Sign Agreement To Send First Emirati Astronaut To Space
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that sending the first Emirati astronaut to space will herald the beginning of a new era for the UAE and represents another step towards achieving the country’s vision.
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Next Phase Of Prince Rupert Fairview Terminal Expansion Unveiled
The Port of Prince Rupert and DP World have agreed on terms of a project development plan that outlines the next phase of expansion for the DP World Prince Rupert Fairview Container Terminal.
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6th HKTDC Lifestyle Expo In Dubai Opens On June 25
The sixth Lifestyle Expo in Dubai will take place from 25 to 26 June at the Hyatt Regency Dubai, connecting Hong Kong and Chinese mainland suppliers with buyers from the Middle East and Africa to create new partnership opportunities by capturing the robust demand for trendy consumer products.
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Emirates To Deploy A One-Off A380 Service To Muscat
Emirates will be operating a one-off A380 service to Muscat International Airport on 1 July 2018. This special flight of the world’s largest commercial passenger aircraft is part of the airline’s celebration of its 25th year of service to Oman this year.
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Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Establishes 100 Million AED Education Fund
On the occasion of World Refugee Day, His Excellency Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Emirati businessman and philanthropist, announced the establishment of the Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Refugee Education Fund.
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Dubai Continues To Make Waves In Global Cruise Industry
Dubai Cruise Tourism, along with its partners DP World and Emirates Airline, has hosted a strategic familiarisation (FAM) trip for 100 top media and travel agents from Portugal and Spain.
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Two Middle Eastern IT Infrastructure and Storage Capacity awards
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has won two Middle Eastern Network Awards sponsored by ITP Media Group. The first was in the Best Information Technology Infrastructure Project category, which was won by Multiplexing Technology for Optical Fiber Lines Project.
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Emirates Introduces Special Summer Fares To 60 Destinations
Emirates is offering travellers who haven’t booked their holidays yet a chance to avail special fares during the summer to 60 destinations within its global network. The offer applies to bookings starting today until 5 July 2018 and applies for travel until 31 March 2019.
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RTA Wins Two Middle Eastern IT Infrastructure And Storage Capacity Awards
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has won two Middle Eastern Network Awards sponsored by ITP Media Group.
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The Cultural Office Of HH Sheikha Manal Bint Mohammed Begins Work On The ’Al Ydar’ In Line With The ’Year Of Zayed’
The Cultural Office of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced the beginning of work on the second edition of its ’Al Ydar’ initiative, in celebration of the 100 years since the birth of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
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UAE is actively involved in global efforts to address impacts of climate change
Climate change has become the most pressing issue for the global community today. Its widespread effects and consequences are already being seen in our lifetime.
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Emirates Islamic Claims Double Win At Banker Middle East Product Awards
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, walked away with two major trophies at the Banker Middle East Product Awards. Reaffirming the bank’s commitment to bringing greater innovation in Islamic banking, the bank claimed the ’Best Mobile Banking app’ award.
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Testing the telecommunication systems of Route 2020 in Italy
A delegation from RTA’s Rail Agency in Dubai has recently visited Thales Factory in Italy to attend factory tests of the Broad Band Radio Wireless Telecommunication Systems of Route 2020 Project. They have also attended the test of the Onboard Control System of the Project.
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Visa, Dubai Duty Free and Dubai Airports Team up for a Unique FIFA World Cup Experience at DXB
Visa, the official payments partner of FIFA and Dubai Duty Free, the largest single airport retailer in the world, have teamed up with Dubai Airports for a unique entertainment experience as part of this year’s FIFA World CupTM.
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Emirates NBD signs with Amwal Brokerage for General Clearing Member services
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, announced that UAE-based Amwal Brokerage has signed up as trading member to avail the bank’s settlement and clearing services.
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South African Wins US$1 Million In Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire Promotion
Mr. G. Lubbe, a 51-year-old South African from Johannesburg won US$1 million in Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire promotion in Series 274 with ticket no. 2166 at the draw held today (Tuesday) in Concourse B - Terminal 3.
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CBUAE Announces New Caps On Banking Fees For Customers
UAE Central Bank (CBUAE) announces that it has published an Amendment to ’Annexure 2’ of the Regulations Regarding Bank Loans & Services Offered to Individual Customers (2011).
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DEWA Urges Customers To Limit Use Of Electrical Appliances During ’Peak Load’
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched the ’Peak Load’ awareness campaign to encourage people to limit the use of appliances that use a lot of energy during peak-load hours from 12-6pm.
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Emirates Islamic Receives Two Awards At Banker Middle East Product Awards
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has received two awards at the Banker Middle East Product Awards took place in Dubai recently.
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RTA Attends Tests Of Telecommunication Systems Of Route 2020 In Italy
A delegation from RTA’s Rail Agency in Dubai has recently visited Thales Factory in Italy to attend factory tests of the Broad Band Radio Wireless Telecommunication Systems of Route 2020 Project. They have also attended the test of the Onboard Control System of the Project.
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AMAF Signs MoU With Emirates NBD To Develop Educational Endowments
Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation, AMAF, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, with Emirates NBD as part of its ongoing efforts to boost educational endowments and enable minors under its care to continue their higher studies.
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DIFC To Expand FinTech Offering In Partnership With Startupbootcamp
Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, announced today that it is entering a partnership with Startupbootcamp, to support the development of the growing FinTech and venture capital ecosystem in the Centre as well as promote entrepreneurship in the region.
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Minister Of State For Artificial Intelligence, MBRSG Sign MoU To Empower Future Leaders
The MoU is part of the UAE Artificial Intelligence Summer Camp initiative. It provides an opportunity for specialised individuals in the public and private sectors, and school and university students to learn about effective implementation mechanisms for the UAE Strategy for AI.
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Conmix Recognizes Employee’s Loyalty and Dedicated Service
Mr. Jina Chandran, Sales & Marketing Manager of Ready Mix Concrete Division, is celebrating 25 years in CONMIX. On 18th of June, 2018, Mr. Lothar Hellenkamp (CEO) awarded Mr. Jina a token recognizing his exemplary performance, dedication and loyalty to the company. Division and Department Heads were
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A Fresh New Look To The World’s Oldest Islamic Bank
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, has launched a new and completely revamped website (www.dib.ae), which offers a vastly enriched and superior experience to its fast growing customer base.
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Dubai Tourism Launches State-Of-The-Art Airport Installation To Inspire DXB Transit Passengers To Stopover In Dubai
Passengers travelling through Dubai International, DXB, can now virtually explore Dubai and experience the wide array of offerings available, thanks to a new, technologically-advanced digital installation set up in Terminal 3, Concourse A.
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Dubai Customs Showcases Its Experience To Chinese Delegates
Dubai Customs received a Chinese delegation this morning who came to learn about Dubai Customs’ experience in developing and disrupting customs business. Director of Dubai Customs Ahmed Mahboob Musabih welcomed the Chinese delegates who came from Yiwu City in Zhejiang Province.
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American Hospital Dubai Extends Its Pioneering Track Record For International Accreditations And Outperforms International Benchmarks For Patient Care
American Hospital Dubai, the pioneering private multi-specialty hospital, has announced its latest accreditations by Joint Commission International (JCI) and College of American Pathologists (CAP) for the 7th (JCI) and 9th (CAP) time.
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DEWA Commissions 15 132/11 kV Substations In 2018
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has commissioned 15 132/11 kV substations in Salal, Saih Al Shuaib, Expo 2020, Warsan 1, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Gardens, Palm Jumeirah, Al Markad, Nad Al Hammar, Business Bay, Zabeel 2, as of 20 May 2018.
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Federal Tax Authority Receives Businesses’ VAT Returns For Tax Period Ending May
The Federal Tax Authority, FTA, announced that it has started receiving tax returns for the tax period ending 31st May, 2018, businesses registered for Value Added Tax, VAT.
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Cooperation Between Minister Of State For Artificial Intelligence And The Mohammed Bin Rashid School Of Government To Empower Future Leaders
This took place during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dr. Ali Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government, to enhance cooperation and empower young Emiratis.
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Dubai Launches Installation To Inspire Transit Passengers To Stopover
Passengers travelling through Dubai International, DXB, can now virtually explore Dubai and experience the wide array of offerings available, thanks to a new, technologically advanced digital installation set up in Terminal 3, Concourse A.
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UAE Cabinet Grants People Affected By War And Disaster One-Year Residency Visa
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has adopted a resolution on Monday granting nationals of countries - suffering from wars and natural disasters - a residency visa for a year in the UAE.
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Emirates Islamic appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Salah brings nearly 30 years of experience in the banking industry, having started his career at Emirates NBD Group in 1989.
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RTA Lifts About 4 Million Riders During Eid Al-Fitr Holidays 2018
Official sources at the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai confirmed that the total ridership of public transport means and taxis of the RTA during Eid Al Fitr holidays 2018 had reached 3,794,320 riders.
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36 Youth Projects Presented in ’Seeds for the Future’ Program Competition
The competition is supported by TRA as parts of its efforts in developing national cadres and raising the competitive and innovative spirit among youth.
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Dubai Duty Free Chief Hails Irish Open Sponsorship Success
Dubai Duty Free’s Executive Vice Chairman and CEO Colm McLoughlin hailed the success of the company’s association with the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open following a four-year extension of its title sponsorship which will take the partnership through to 2022.
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About 4m riders during Eid Al-Fitr holidays 2018
Official sources at the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai confirmed that the total ridership of public transport means and taxis of the RTA during Eid Al Fitr holidays 2018 had reached 3,794,320 riders.
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Customers Council Conducts A live chat session with metro and tram riders via Twitter
The session held by the Customers’ Council of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) via Twitter under ’Chat with RTA’ initiative has proved to be popular and interactive, engaging various community segments and nationalities.
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Emirates Touches Down In Auckland Via Bali
Emirates has launched a new daily service from Dubai to Auckland via Bali, reflecting increased interest in the attractive Indonesian island destination and improving connectivity to New Zealand.
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RTA Awards Contract For Procuring 900 Vehicles For Dubai Taxi
The Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, chaired by HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, has awarded a contract for procuring 900 new vehicles to consolidate the Dubai Taxi fleet.
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Dubai FDI Organises Economic Mission To Australia To Boost Trade Ties
Dubai FDI, the investment development agency of Dubai Economy, is organising one of the largest economic delegations from Dubai in recent years for an official mission to Australia as part of its continuing efforts to strengthen existing economic cooperation and attract investments.
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Contract for procuring 900 vehicles for Dubai Taxi
The Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, chaired by HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, has awarded a contract for procuring 900 new vehicles to consolidate the Dubai Taxi fleet.
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36 Projects Receive Funding Through Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre For Accelerated Research
Will we be living in cities built by robots in the caves of Mars? Could mushrooms be the key to delicious meals off planet? These and other questions will be explored by some of the world’s best scientists.
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DEWA Women’s Committee Reviews Achievements In 2017 And Programmes In 2018
Al Tayer commended the efforts of the Women’s Committee. He was pleased with the results of the projects and programmes that it has implemented to serve DEWA’s female employees.
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Dubai Health Authority To Launch Sticker System That Will Aid In Preventing Accidental Overdose Amongst Workers
A pioneering initiative aimed at reducing the risk of medicine overdose amongst the blue collared workforce in Dubai will be launched by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) in the near future.
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