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Dubai 10X Initiative Outlines Human Genome Map For Dubai Residents
In keeping with Dubai and the UAE’s steadfast commitment to building the future today, government-owned healthcare providers in the emirate consistently outline ambitious plans to modernise their services, deepen their knowledge.
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Revitalisation Offers Solution For Dubai property Depreciation Say Industry Experts
Revitalisation was the solution put forward by experts to tackle the growing challenge of property asset depreciation for many owners, at a recent industry event in Dubai.
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UAE-Argentina Business Platform Launches Operations In JAFZA
As part of efforts to strengthen trade ties between the UAE and Argentina, the Emirates Argentina Business Platform is to open its office in Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza).
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Dubai Gears Up to Host 13th WAN-IFRA Middle East Conference
More than 300 media experts from around the world will convene in Dubai next week for the 13th edition of the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) Middle East Conference, organised in association with Dubai Production City (DPC).
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RTA Holds Innovation Cafe, Knowledge Workshop As Part Of Innovation Month
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held a series of events at its Head Office as part of celebrations of the UAE Innovation Month launched this year under the theme (Innovation Starts with You) from 22 to 28 February.
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Azizi Developments To Deliver Further Project Ahead Of Schedule: Azizi Farishta Serviced Apartments In Al Furjan
Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, has picked up the pace of construction across its various projects in Al Furjanand announced that Azizi Farishta Serviced Apartments will be delivered ahead of schedule in Q2 of 2018.
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du Bags Service Hero 2017 Award For Best Customer Service
du - from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), recently won the Service Hero award under Mobile Operators category, the region’s consumer powered customer satisfaction index, at the 2017 Customer Service Assessment Awards Ceremony, which was held in Kuwait.
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Dubai Health Authority launches mobile skin clinic
More than 300 visitors received free skin consultation and diagnosis at the Mobile Skin Clinic, launched to raise awareness about skin diseases by visiting various locations across the UAE.
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Dubai Innovation Index Portal Launched
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry launched the Dubai Innovation Index Portal, an interactive online portal showcasing the rankings and findings of the 3rd Dubai Innovation Index.
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DHA Reveals Results Of Happiness Prescribing Program’s Pilot Phase During UAE Innovation Month 2018
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) revealed the results of the trial phase for the Happiness Prescribing Program during its participation in the UAE Innovation Month 2018.
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Arabic e-Literature Conference Begins In Dubai
The Arabic Electronic Literature: New Horizons and Global Perspectives conference opened today at the DSO-based campus of Rochester Institute of Technology – Dubai, RIT Dubai.
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Dubai Climbs Innovation Index to Rank 14th Among Top 30 Global Cities
Dubai has once again improved its innovation performance climbing one spot to rank 14th among 30 global cities on the 3rd Dubai Innovation Index, outperforming major business destinations such as Berlin, Madrid, Shanghai and Sao Paulo.
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Ricky Martin Entralls crowds at the Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival
Dubai Jazz Festival - A resounding Success
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DEWA makes significant progress on AED 185 million Jebel Ali-Al Hebab pipeline
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced that DEWA has made significant progress on the supply, extension and commissioning of the 30km major Jebel Ali - Al Hebab water pipeline.
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551m people use public transport means in Dubai in 2017
Dubai Metro served 200m, public buses lifted 155m riders
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Dr Aisha Bin Bishr presents the UAE vision of diversified future at Chatham House in London
Her Excellency Dr. Aisha Bint Butti Bin Bishr, Director General of the Smart Dubai Office (SDO), took part in an event organised by London’s Chatham House on Tuesday, February 20, 2018.
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Maktoum bin Mohammed Reinstates DIFC Authority’s Board of Directors
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), issued today Directive No. (1) of 2018, reinstating DIFC Authority’s Board of Directors for a two-year term.
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TRA Reveals the First Customer Happiness Center to Receive 5-Star Gold Center Rating
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced today that the first Customer Service Center achieves the 5-star Golden Center category within the evaluation of ’Erteqa’ initiative.
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Offering 300 Plates Comprising 4 And 5 Digits In 52nd Online Auction
The Licensing Agency, Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) is intending to offer 300 licensing plates comprising 4 and 5 digits in its forthcoming 52nd online auction.
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DEWA strengthens ties with Veolia
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received a high-level delegation from Veolia, the international company specialised in environmental services, energy, and water supply and management.
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John Legend Mesmerizes His Fans At The Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival 2018
With his previous Dubai Jazz Fest performances in 2008 and 2015 that showcased the inherent prowess of his voice and his passionate piano playing, festival goers were treated to yet another overwhelming display of raw talent by the award-winning legend.
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Hamdan bin Mohammed attends the launche of UAE Innovation Month in Dubai
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, has stated that innovation in government services strengthens the UAE’s developmental dive.
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Al Tayer Announces Future Foresight Training For RTA Employees, Happiest Work Environment Award
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), announced the launch of a bachelor degree program offering scholarships for some of the RTA employees .
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Dubai Land Department Registered 150 Real Estate Projects Worth AED 82 Billion In 2017
Dubai Land Department has confirmed that 2017 was year filled with activity and achievements in the real estate market.
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NCM: Weather Forecast From Thursday Until Monday
The National Centre of Meteorology, NCM, has issued a five-day weather forecast from Thursday until Monday.
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Dubai Sports City Prepares To Host HBL Pakistan Super League For Third Successive Year
Dubai Sports City is gearing up as it prepares to host to this weekend the HBL Pakistan Super League at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium for the third successive year.
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Savour The Best From East To West At The Dubai Mall For Dubai Food Festival
With 200 international places to dine, The Dubai Mall is your passport to a world of flavour. This Dubai Food Festival (DFF), visitors can indulge in a wide range of exclusive menu specials, food discounts and interactive in-store workshops.
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WiFi UAE Launches New Packages For Users To Enjoy High-Speed Premium WiFi
UAE residents can now reap the benefits of more flexible WiFi options across more locations than ever before with WiFi UAE.
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16th Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival Kicks Off In Spectacular Fashion as Duran Duran Launch 2018 Edition
Duran Duran dazzled Emirates Airline Dubai Jazz Festival fans with a stunning live performance this evening, February 21, as the sixteenth edition of the festival got underway at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre.
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Star-Studded Lineup For The Region’s Biggest Beauty Bash Unveiled
Model, actress and beauty and fashion influencer, Olivia Culpo, announced the powerhouse lineup of Dubai’s biggest beauty bash, Beauty Pop, this morning on Kris Fade’s Virgin Radio Dubai show.
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Emirates NBD Closes Club Financing For UNEC’s Deira Mall
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, successfully concluded financing amounting to AED 1.30 billion for UNEC (United Engineering Construction Company) towards building work on Dubai-based property developer Nakheel’s Deira Mall project.
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DEWA Wins ’2017 Middle East And Africa Renewables Deal Of The Year’
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has won the ’2017 Middle East and Africa Renewables Deal of the Year’ by Project Finance International, PFI, magazine for the third phase of MBR Solar Park 800MW Solar PV Project. PFI, a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters.
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flydubai sees strong growth in revenues, record passengers and sustained profit
flydubai reports total revenue of AED 5.5 billion (USD 1.5 billion) compared to AED 5 billion (USD 1.37 billion) last year; an increase of 9.2% compared to the same period reported in last year’s results.
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Dubai Land Department Supports ’UAE Innovation Month 2018’ With A Number Of Events
Dubai Land Department (DLD) is participating in the ’UAE Innovation Month 2018’ with a series of special events that are designed to spread happiness among the department’s customers and employees.
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Rotana Opens Al Bandar Rotana And Al Bandar Arjaan By Rotana At Dubai Creek
Making a significant addition to the UAE’s tourism and hospitality offering, Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with hotels across the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, has announced the soft opening of two stunning hotels in Dubai.
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GEMS Education Schools Celebrate ’International Mother Language Day’
With GEMS Education schools across the UAE observing ’International Mother Language Day’, GEMS Founders School Al Barsha led the celebrations by recognising almost 70 different languages - complementing this year’s theme of ’Towards Sustainable Futures through Multilingual Education’.
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No More Boundaries, Enjoy Du Home Plans Everywhere In The UAE
Du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunication Company, announced the launch of its new flexible home plans, du Home, offering premium TV entertainment and faster internet speeds all over the UAE.
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Pioneering New Islamic Economy Products Launched In Dubai
Three new and unique solutions were launched in Dubai today at the 3rd Session: International Innovative Platform for Islamic Economy Products (IIPIEP 2018).
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RTA Unveils Prototype Of Hyperloop Design In UAE Innovation Month
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), announced that the RTA would unveil the initial design of the Hyperloop, which will be exhibited for the first time in the world.
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DIAC And DKP ’Week Of Welcome’ Student Festival Celebrates Year of Zayed & UAE Innovation Month
Dubai International Academic City’s and Dubai Knowledge Park’s widely-anticipated ’Week of Welcome’ (WOW) has made its annual comeback as the biggest university student festival in the UAE, complete with interactive exhibits, all-day entertainment and free giveaways.
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Dubai Canvas 2018 To Showcase Unique Contemporary Art Forms
The fourth edition of Dubai Canvas, the annual 3D art festival organised by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO), will feature new contemporary art forms that are being displayed for the first time in the region.
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Emirates A380 Returns To Houston
Emirates celebrated 10 years of service to Houston in December 2017, and has carried nearly 2 million passengers since its inaugural flight in December 2007.
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Dubai’s Hotel Sector Demonstrates Resilience With 1.1% CAGR In Forecasted Inventory Over 2017-19 To Reach 35.5 Million Occupied Room Nights
Dubai’s diverse and vibrant hospitality sector is forecast to experience strong, sustained growth over the coming years, with occupied room nights set to reach 35.5 million annually in 2019.
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Free Signature Dishes, Free Movies And First-Ever Outdoor Events At Majid Al Futtaim Shopping Malls This Dubai Food Festival
Majid Al Futtaim-the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia-unveils an exciting array of innovative gastronomic experiences for visitors of all ages, in celebration of Dubai Food Festival, from Feb 22 to March 10, 2018.
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Dubai Women Establishment Hosts HE Sarah Al Amiri At The American University Of Sharjah
Dubai Women Establishment recently hosted Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Advanced Sciences, for the first knowledge-sharing session of the ’Qudwa’ initiative in 2018, which took place at the American University of Sharjah.
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Dubai Design District Hosts Kids Fashion Fair As Part Of Chinese New Year Celebrations In Dubai
In line with the strategic trade and creative alliances between the United Arab Emirates and China, Dubai Design District will host 1,500 families from across China for the KIDS FASHION FAIR event.
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Array of exciting events in Dubai to celebrate national day of Kuwait
An array of exciting events and activities will be held in Dubai to celebrate the National Day of the State of Kuwait, which falls on 25 February.
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Stars Of The Future To Battle For U13 Intercontinental Cup Glory In Dubai
Some of the world’s best Under-13 football players will be in Dubai this weekend as the city hosts the second edition of the U13 Dubai Intercontinental Football Cup at the Dubai Sports City.
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Dubai Tourism highlighted a myriad of new launches and experience for Indian travellers at SATTE 2018
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) participated in the 25th edition of South Asia’s largest travel and tourism exhibition - SATTE 2018.
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Hosted by Dubai Land Department and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment Al Zeyoudi inaugurates the Global Alliance for Building and Construction Assembly
Dubai Land Department (DLD), in cooperation with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), hosted the Global Alliance for Building and Construction (GABC) Assembly on Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th February 2018.
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DIFC Issues New Employment Law For Public Consultation
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has today proposed a new Employment Law regime.
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Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer inaugurates DEWA workshops in the presence of Danish Minister for Environment & Food
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) inaugurated the workshops that DEWA organised in its Sustainable Building in Al Quoz.
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3 Indian Expats Win in the Latest Dubai Duty Free Draw
A Dubai-based Indian national, Mr. Santheesh Kumar, became the latest dollar millionaire in Series 264 with ticket no. 0802 which was drawn this morning in Concourse A by Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships defending champion and World No. 3 Elina Svitolina.
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RTA exhibits air-conditioned abra in Dubai International Boat Show
For the 11th year running, the Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) is taking part in the Dubai International Boat Show organised by the Dubai World Trade Center.
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World’s Best Mural Artists To Showcase Their Creations At Dubai Canvas
The Organising Committee of Dubai Canvas has invited four of the world’s best mural artists to showcase their creations at the 2018 edition of the annual public art festival organised by Brand Dubai.
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Mohammed bin Rashid renames Academic City Road as ’Zayed bin Hamdan Road’
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered that the Academic City Road in Dubai be renamed after His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, in recognition of his contributions to the UAE.
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Global Caterer dnata Awarded Licence To Operate In Canada
One of the world’s largest air services providers, dnata, a part of the Emirates Group, has been awarded a licence to provide flight catering services to airlines departing Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
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Hamdan bin Mohammed attends Dubai International Health Tourism Forum
Crown Prince of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended today Dubai International Health Tourism Forum, which takes place in Madinat Jumeirah.
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The Outlet Village Celebrates Dubai Food Festival With Kids’ Workshops, Food-Themed Entertainment
The Outlet Village, Dubai’s indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas, is set to add zest to Dubai Food Festival (DFF) this season through hosting a wide variety of exciting activities including master classes for kids and a food-themed photo booth to create lasting memories.
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Dubai’s hotel sector demonstrates resilience with 11,1% CAGR in forecasted inventory over 2017-19 to reach 35.5 million occupied room nights
Dubai’s diverse and vibrant hospitality sector is forecast to experience strong, sustained growth over the coming years, with occupied room nights set to reach 35.5 million annually in 2019.
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Jumeirah Golf Estates Introduces Dubai’s First Community Concierge Service Through Partnership With Ellidore Lifestyle
Jumeirah Golf Estates, the world-class residential golf destination offering luxury homes and leisure facilities among two internationally-acclaimed championship golf courses, has partnered with Ellidore Lifestyle.
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Smart Dubai Organises ’Inspiration and Implementation’ Workshop to Promote Innovation Among Employees
Smart Dubai marked UAE Innovation Month with a workshop titled ’Inspiration and Implementation’ in order to encourage its team members to innovate at work, as well as to develop their skills and introduce them to international smart-transformation success stories.
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Mall Of The Emirates Welcomes Chinese Residents And Tourists
Majid Al Futtaim - the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia - is celebrating the occasion of Chinese New Year in line with Dubai’s Retail Calendar.
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Emaar Development commissions Harvard University’s Executive Education Programme On ’Dubai Creek Harbour: The Happy City’
Emaar Development PJSC (DFM: EMAARDEV), the property development business of Emaar Properties, has commissioned a special executive education custom programme by Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design on Dubai Creek Harbour.
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GEMS Education To Open Four New Schools In 2018
GEMS Education has announced the opening of four new schools in the UAE for the 2018/2019 academic year. GEMS Vertus School and GEMS Founders School - Mizhar will open in Dubai, while an international curriculum school will open on Al Reem Island in Abu Dhabi.
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Emirates Increases Capacity To Lisbon
Emirates today announced it will resume a second daily service to Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, from 1 June 2018.
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Dubai Culture Unveils The Eighth Edition Of ’Live Our Heritage Festival’
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has announced the eighth edition of the ’Live Our Heritage Festival’ under ’An Eye on Emirati Cultural Heritage’ theme.
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FORM Hotel Dubai - Introducing Dubai’s First Upscale Design Concept Hotel
Form unique travel experiences at FORM Hotel Dubai next month when Smartotels Hospitality International Limited opens its flagship property, a technology-driven upscale design concept hotel in the up-and-coming neighborhood of Al Jadaf and Culture Village.
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Dubai Chamber Briefing Highlights Growth Prospects For UAE Food And Beverage Sector
The UAE’s food and beverage sector is expected to record steady growth over the next four years, supported the country’s fast growing population and increasing consumer demand for halal, organic and specialty food products.
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Hamdan Bin Mohammed Appoints Saeed Al Gergawi As Director Of Dubai Future Academy
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of Dubai Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation, has issued a resolution appointing Saeed Mohammed al Gergawi as Director of the Dubai Future Academy.
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Emirates To Operate First Ever A380 To Beirut
For the first time in Rafic Al Hariri International Airport’s history, Emirates will operate a special one-off A380 service to Beirut on 29 March.
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DIB Celebrates Listing US$1 Billion Sukuk On Nasdaq Dubai
The Dubai Islamic Bank, DIB, rang the market-opening bell today to celebrate the listing of a US$1 billion Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai.
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Gevora Hotel / World’s Tallest Hotel By Guinness World Records
Gevora Hotel, opened its doors on February 12th, 2018,in the presence of the owners and dignitaries. The launch was a celebration of the great architectural and hospitality achievement which received official recognition and the title of TALLEST HOTEL IN THE WORLD from the Guinness World of Records.
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Dubai Wholesale City Hosts The Largest Cash And Carry Facility In The Region
Dubai Wholesale City(DWSC) has announced that Jaleel Holdings, the UAE’s largest fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) wholesaler, will construct a cash and carry facility with an investment value of AED 100 millionin the region’s largest fully integrated wholesale hub.
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Dubai Municipality Seeks US Support To Develop Food Import
The meeting comes within the framework of the visits conducted by the Diplomatic and Consular missions to the Municipality to discuss matters related to mutual cooperation and strengthening ties in food trade and familiarisation with the procedures for food import.
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Etisalat Group Reports Consolidated Net Profit Before Federal Royalty Of AED 17.45 Billion A 3% Increase Year Over Year
Etisalat Group announced today its consolidated financial statements for the 12 months ending December 31 2017. Financial Highlights and Key Developments for 2017.
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Exhibiting Air-Conditioned Abra In Dubai International Boat Show
For the 11th year running, the Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) is taking part in the Dubai International Boat Show organised by the Dubai World Trade Center.
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Under the patronage of HRH Princess Haya bint Al Hussein..UAE Nursing and Midwifery Council presents achievements and future plans
Under the patronage of Haya bint Al Hussein .UAE Nursing and Midwifery Council presents achievements and future plans to ’Enhance the Attractiveness of the Nursing Profession’.
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Emirates NBD shares investment outlook for 2018
Tariq Bin Hendi, PH.D., Executive Vice President, Head of Products & Advisory and Acting Chief Investment Officer, Emirates NBD Group, addressed media in the UAE on the bank’s global investment outlook for 2018.
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Emirates REIT continues to drive the regional industry standard in FY 2017
Emirates REIT (CEIC) Limited (’Emirates REIT’ or the ’REIT’), the world’s largest Shari’a compliant Real Estate Investment Trust, managed by Equitativa (Dubai) Limited (’Equitativa’), today reported its audited financial results for the year ending 31 December 2017.
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DED and DIB ’Consumer Card’ recognized by Visa for successful card program
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai, and Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, announced today Visa’s recognition for their co-branded Consumer Card and for it being the first government co-branded consumer card in the MENA region.
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Emirates To Launch a New Service To Auckland Via Bali From 14 June 2018
Emirates today announced its plan to launch a new daily service from Dubai to Auckland via the island of Bali, Indonesia, starting from 14 June 2018.
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Strong Participation For Town Square Dubai Cycling Challenge
Hundreds of cycling enthusiasts joined the ’Town Square Dubai Cycling Challenge’ organised by Town Square, the trendy master-planned community, in partnership with the UAE Cycling Federation.
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Noor Bank Donates AED 1.6 Million To Support Rashid Centre For Disabled
Noor Bank, a leading Shari’a compliant bank in the UAE, has made a contribution of AED 1.6 million, accumulated from its ’late payments fund’ by its banking clients to the Rashid Centre for Disabled in Dubai, UAE.
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Hamdan Sports Complex To Host Asian Fencing
The Hamdan Sports Complex will be teeming with the continent’s top teenaged fencers in the coming days as Dubai plays host to the Asian Junior and Cadet Fencing Championships from February 24 to March 4.
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Smart Dubai Launches Dubai Data Policies In Collaboration With Supreme Legislation Committee
In collaboration with Dubai’s Supreme Legislation Committee (SLC), the Dubai Data Establishment - an affiliate of Smart Dubai - has launched the Dubai Data Policies during a press conference held at the Smart Dubai Office (SDO) headquarters in the Dubai Design District (d3) today.
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DEWA Strengthens Ties With US Green Building Council & Green Business Certification
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, and Mahesh Ramanujam, CEO of the US Green Building Council, USGBC, and Green Business Certification, have discussed ways to enhance cooperation in innovation, renewable energy, climate change and sustainability.
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HIPA Announces Winners Of 2018 Instagram Photo Contest
The Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award, HIPA, has concluded the first edition of the Instagram Photo Contest for the year 20
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RTA, EmiratesNBD Endorse Plan For Payment Of Fines And Seasonal Parking Cards On Installments
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai and the Emirates National Bank of Dubai (EmiratesNBD (have agreed on an initiative whereby fines payable by road users to the RTA and fees of seasonal parking cards can be paid through installments.
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Around 3,000 Emirati Families Benefited From Latifa Hospital’s Happiness Centre
Around 3,000 Emirati families have benefited from the services of Latifa Hospital’s Happiness Centre since its inception.
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Dubai Chamber Series Promotes Knowledge Sharing On Community, Workplace And Environmental Matters
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a series of three Best Practice Sharing Sessions at its premises which provided businesses in Dubai with a platform for dialogue and knowledge sharing on community, workplace and environmental matters.
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Work Under Way On Middle East’s Biggest Mall As Nakheel Inks Contract To Build Deira Mall
Master developer Nakheel today officially signed a contract for the construction of Deira Mall, its new shopping, dining and entertainment destination with a total development value of AED6.1 billion - and the biggest mall in the Middle East.
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Emirates And Arsenal Renew Sponsorship Deal
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Arsenal Football Club, have today announced a new sponsorship deal. The sponsorship, the largest ever signed by the club and one of the biggest ever agreed in football.
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Emirates Airline Festival Of Literature Launches Commemorative 10th Anniversary Book
The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, one of the Arab World’s most beloved literary events, will be commemorating its 10th anniversary with the publication of a limited-edition book.
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Dubai Investment Unveils University Of Balamand In Dubai
Dubai Investments has announced that the University of Balamand in Dubai, UOBD, its wholly-owned subsidiary, is set to open its first campus in Dubai Investments Park, DIP, in September 2018.
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du PostWisely Campaign Inspires Conversations Around Harmful Social Media Usage And Ethical Online Behaviour
The second instalment of du’s Public Service Announcement, themed ’If it were your pain, would you share it’? was unveiled today to raise awareness and inspire conversations around conscientious social media usage.
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Dubai External Food Trade Hits AED70.2 Billion In 9 Months Of 2017
A recent statistics issued by Dubai Customs in parallel with Gulfood 2018 showed that the value of this trade during the period from January to September 2017 reached AED 70.2 billion, where imports had the lion’s share with AED44.6 billion.
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Nakheel signs AED 4.2 billion deal with UNEC to build Deira Mall
Master developer Nakheel today officially signed a contract for the construction of Deira Mall, its new shopping, dining and entertainment destination with a total development value of AED6.1 billion - and the biggest mall in the Middle East.
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Introducing parking top-up using NFC technology of nol cards
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a smart service enabling smartphone users to recharge their parking accounts by utilizing the NFC feature of nol cards in the RTA DUBAI app.
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RTA introduces parking top-up using NFC technology of nol cards
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a smart service enabling smartphone users to recharge their parking accounts by utilizing the NFC feature of nol cards in the RTA DUBAI app.
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Top 3D Artists Add Momentum To Dubai Canvas At La Mer
Top artists from 18 countries will show their artworks in anamorphic 3D art, mural, object art, tape art and 3D sand art at the 4th edition of Dubai Canvas.
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Canadian Specialist Hospital Supports Dubai Charity Association To Provide Humanitarian Aid
Canadian Specialist Hospital and the Dubai Charity Association has embarked on a combined mission to provide the best medical and health care services for patients who do not have the means to cover the costs of their treatment.
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Dubai Economy Received 70 Consumer Complaints Per Day In 2017
"The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection team works with due diligence and speed to receive and resolve complaints round the clock, and we are proud to have solved 93% of the complaints we received in 2017 within four working days.
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RTA Starts Trial Run Of ’Bus On Demand’ Service At Al Barsha, Al Warqaa. The Service Will Be Free Of Charge For Three Months
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the trial run of Bus on Demand initiative in the presence of HE Khalfan Juma Belhoul, CEO of the Dubai Future Foundation.
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Jebel Ali Free Zone Food And Beverage Sector Records 12% Growth In 2017
The food and beverages sector operating out of Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), a subsidiary of global trade enabler DP World, grew by 12 per cent in 2017.
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DIAC, Dubai Knowledge Park Promote Innovation Through Education
To mark the UAE Innovation Month, the academic partners ofDubai Knowledge Park (DKP) and Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) have organised a line-up of activities and events that promote the understanding of advanced technologies anddiscovery of new concepts amongstudents and universities.
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Federal Tax Authority Launches 50 Guides And ELearning Modules On Tax Legislation And Procedures In The UAE
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued 50 guides and e-learning modules covering some legislative and implementation aspects of the UAE’s tax regulations as part of the Authority’s comprehensive awareness campaign.
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Du Launches New Du Concierge Service For Premium Customers
du - an entity of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, today announced that it has launched du Concierge - a new individualisedconcierge service for pre-selected premium customers.
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Dubai Chamber Series Promotes Knowledge Sharing On Community, Workplace And Environmental Matters
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a series of three Best Practice Sharing Sessionsat its premises which provided businesses in Dubai with a platform for dialogue and knowledge sharing oncommunity, workplace and environmental matters.
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’Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ Releases Across UAE Cinemas On 22nd February 2018
The eagerly anticipated ’Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ is set to release across cinemas in the UAE on the 22nd February 2018.
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Nasdaq Dubai Launches Futures On ADX Share Index
Rashed Al Blooshi, Chief Executive of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, ADX, and Hamed Ali, Chief Executive of Nasdaq Dubai, rang the ADX market opening bell to welcome the launch today by Nasdaq Dubai of futures trading on ADX’s main share index, the ADI.
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Dubai Diamond Exchange, Stargems Sign Partnership
The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, DMCC, has announced that its Dubai Diamond Exchange, DDE, today signed a strategic partnership with Stargems, specialised in the sourcing and supply of the finest diamonds, to host a series of rough diamond tenders in 2018.
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Noor Bank Offers ’Golden’ Opportunity For Savers
Noor Bank, a leading Shari’a compliant bank in the United Arab Emirates, has launched a limited period offer giving customers a chance to get up to half-kilogram in gold coins-based on the amount of funds saved with the bank.
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Global Halal Industry Platform To Open Tomorrow In Dubai
The third Global Halal Industry Platform, organised by the Emirates Authority for Standardisation and Metrology, ESMA, will open tomorrow in Dubai with the participation of 300 experts and specialists from around the world.
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Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Launches The Integrated Smart Platform For Food Products Data In The UAE - Zad
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, UAE Minister of Finance, launched the integrated smart platform for food products data in the UAE - Zad, as he toured the Dubai Municipality pavilion at the 23rd Gulfood 2018.
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Nasdaq Dubai launches futures on DFM General Index in breakthrough for investors in Middle East capital markets
His Excellency Essa Kazim, Chairman of Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and Abdul Wahed Al Fahim, Chairman of Nasdaq Dubai, rang the market-opening bell to celebrate the launch today by Nasdaq Dubai of futures linked to DFM’s General Index.
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DIFC Art Nights returns on 19 March 2018 under the theme ’Bridging the Gap’
The popular DIFC Art Nights at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) will return on 19 March 2018 from 7pm to 10pm under the theme ’Bridging the Gap’.
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Commercial claims on the rise at DIFC Courts
DIFC Courts today revealed its key figures for the full year 2017, with a volume of 520 cases across all divisions, delivering steady growth for the English-language common law courts.
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Dubai Airports forms Advisory Board for People of Determination
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) and Chairman of Dubai Airports, officially announced the formation of the Dubai Airports Advisory Board for People of Determination recently.
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Emaar ushers in the Chinese New Year with dazzling dragon-themed ’Light Up’ show on Burj Khalifa
With the New Year message coming to life on the façade of Burj Khalifa, one of the most-visited global attractions by the Chinese, Emaar presented a spectacular theme-show with lights and laser, witnessed by hundreds of thousands of visitors in Downtown Dubai.
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Dubai Silicon Oasis to Host Jaguar Land Rover’s New Regional Headquarters
Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park, signed a partnership agreement with the Jaguar Land Rover Limited Middle East and North Africa (JLR).
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Starting a trial run of ’Bus on Demand’ service at Al Barsha, Al Warqaa
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the trial run of Bus on Demand initiative in the presence of HE Khalfan Juma Belhoul, CEO of the Dubai Future Foundation.
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DEWA certified as Investors in Excellence for the 4th time to be amongst the high performing organisations in the world
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has met the Investors in Excellence (IiE) standard for the fourth year in a row.
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Jafza F&B sector records 12% growth in 2017
The food and beverages sector operating out of Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), a subsidiary of global trade enabler DP World, grew by 12 per cent in 2017.
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Vienna to participate in Expo 2020 Dubai
Austria has announced the allocation of €16.45 million for its participation in Expo 2020 Dubai.
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Dubai Executive Council, RTA review scope & means of volunteering activities
The General Secretariat of the Dubai Executive Council has visited the HQ of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and reviewed ’Day for Dubai’ initiative launched by HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council.
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15,000 participate in Dubai Cares annual ’Walk for Education’ in support of children’s right to education
15,000 members of the UAE community participated today in the 9th edition of the annual Walk for Education 2018.
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Dubai Duty Free Actively Participates in Dubai Cares Walk for Education
Over the weekend almost 200 Dubai Duty Free management and staff, including their family and members of its Kids Enviro Club participated in the ‘Walk for Education 2018’ led by Dubai Cares, the UAE-based philanthropic organisation working to improve access to quality primary education for children
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Emaar Hospitality Group Wins Microsoft Dynamics Digital Transformation Award For Its Digital Innovation Initiative
Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of Emaar Properties PJSC, has been honoured with the Microsoft Dynamics Digital Transformation Award in the hospitality category at a special awards ceremony that recognised the UAE’’s most innovative organisations in the field of digita
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DEWA strengthens cooperation with General Electric
The meeting was attended by HE Ahmed Buti Al Muhairbi, Secretary General of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Abdul Rahim Sultan, Director - World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO).
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Peruvian Superfood Exports To UAE Increase As Healthy Eating Trend Gathers Pace
Peruvian superfoods will be a major focus of the country’s pavilion at Gulfood 2018 as export demand to the UAE continues to grow.
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Dubai Airports celebrates Chinese New Year with a bang (of a drum)
Dubai Airports celebrated Chinese New Year with thousands of passengers passing through Dubai International’s Terminal 3 and Terminal 1.
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Emirates SkyCargo Transports First Space Satellite Manufactured In The UAE
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has transported KhalifaSat- the first satellite developed and built by Emirati engineers in the UAE at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC).
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Briefing Abu Dhabi Police on drivers training & qualification systems
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has received a delegation from the General HQ of Abu Dhabi Police and briefed them on the best practices adopted in training and qualification of drivers.
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Croatia And Lithuania Extend Their Contracts With VFS Global
VFS Global announced that in December 2017, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania and The Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia have extended their contracts with VFS Global.
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Dubai Attracts 212 International Business Events In 2017
The Dubai Business Events of the Dubai Corporation of Tourism and Commerce Marketing in Dubai, has announced that Dubai hosted 212 business events and international conferences in 2017, through which it attracted about 95,000 participants and achieved AED715 million revenues.
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Dubai Financial Market achieves 100 percent compliance in preliminary annual results
Dubai Financial Market announced that its UAE listed companies have showed a 100 percent compliance to disclose their preliminary results for the financial year 2017 within the deadline of 45 days from the end of the year in line with the regulations.
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Dubai Chamber explores economic partnerships in Kenya
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently concluded a trade mission to Kenya which provided an opportunity for UAE businessmen to explore new opportunities within the country’s transport, logistics, energy and construction sectors.
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DP World Signs Agreement with Government of Jammu and Kashmir at World Government Summit
The government of Dubai, global trade enabler DP World and the government of Jammu and Kashmir have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to develop trade infrastructure in the Indian state.
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Dubai Media City Supports Emirates Peace Virtuoso Competition
Dubai Media City supported the Emirates Peace Virtuoso Competition, organised by Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra (EYSO) and the National Conservatory Dubai (NCD).
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Dubai Safari welcomes ’People of Determination’
In line with the National Strategy for Empowering Persons with Disabilities, as announced in April 2017 by the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Safari, home to the most diverse array of animals in the UAE.
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du announces record AED13 billion in revenue for 2017
The Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, du, today published its financial results for 2017 and proposed a final annual dividend payment of AED997 million.
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World Government Summit 2019 to take place 17-19 February
This was announced by Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and The Future and Chairman of the World Government Summit.
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The Beach To Tuck Into Dubai Food Festival Through ’Bites At The Beach’
The Beach, an upbeat urban waterfront destination created by Meraas, is set to participate in the Dubai Food Festival with its own culinary concept - ’Bites at The Beach’.
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RTA, Watani Al Emarat join hands to further national belonging & identity
The Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) and Watani Al Emarat Foundation have signed a partnership agreement aimed to cement, enrich, and preserve the national identity and belonging.
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Global Buyers Flock To Dubai To Purchase At The Palm’s Most Exclusive New Address
For the first time, discerning buyers can purchase their own piece of Atlantis heritage with the arrival of The Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences, a new generation of distinctive luxury residential apartments, located on the crescent of The Palm in Dubai.
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Emirates NBD’s ’Tech+Touch’ banking experience recognised at Gulf Customer Experience Awards
Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the region, was recognised for its superior customer banking experience at the recently held Gulf Customer Experience Awards 2018.
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Final 10 Revealed For US $1 Million Global Teacher Prize 2018
The top 10 finalists for the Varkey Foundation’s Global Teacher Prize 2018 are announced today at globalteacherprize.org. Now in its fourth year, the US$1 million prize is the largest of its kind and awarded.
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Change in visa regulations boost traffic at Dubai World Central
Change in UAE visa regulations offering Russian visitors visa on arrival last year propelled Dubai World Central’s (DWC) traffic to more than 900,000 passengers in 2017.
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Win AED 5,000 Daily This Chinese New Year At City Centre Deira
Majid Al Futtaim - the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia - is celebrating the occasion of Chinese New Year in line with Dubai’s Retail Calendar.
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DIFC Hosts the First Open Day of The Academy
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region (MEASA), held today the first Open Day of The Academy at DIFC, a state-of-the-art facility in DIFC for the promotion of excellence in business and financial services.
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Kinshasa Joins flydubai’s Growing Network In Africa
flydubai becomes the first UAE carrier to operate flights to N’djili Airport (also known as Kinshasa International Airport) and provide links from the UAE and the region to a new gateway in Central Africa.
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Airing on MBC1 Starting from 17th Feb at 7:30pm Dubai Time
In order to spread a strong real estate culture among viewers in the Arab world, Dubai Land Department (DLD) and MBC Group have jointly announced the launch of ’Mohemma Akaria’ (Real Estate Mission).
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Dubai Exports And ITC Join Forces To Set Up ’SheTrades ME Hub’
Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of Dubai Economy, together with the International Trade Centre (ITC), has launched the first of its kind ‘SheTrades Middle East Hub’ to connect women entrepreneurs to markets and support greater economic empowerment of women.
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A Hot New Spot For Street Style Japanese Cuisine Launches In Shangri-La Hotel Dubai
Lovers of high quality Japanese cuisine are in for a treat with the launch of a new dining concept called ONI, a Japanese, street-style restaurant, lounge and sake bar located in the Shangri-La Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai.
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Mall Of The Emirates Set To Welcome Chinese Residents And Tourists
The fantasy show ’Magical China’ will feature dancers dressed as lotuses, a flower of great importance in the country’s culture, pretty parasols and contortionists who will perform mind-bending feats for the 15-minute extravaganza.
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Emaar Properties Records Upsurge In Dubai Property Sales By 25% to AED 18.03 Billion (US$ 4.91 billion) In FY 2017; Net Operating Profit Increases By 16% To AED 5.70 Billion (US$ 1.55 Billion)
Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) recorded a net operating profit of AED 5.704 billion (US$ 1.553 billion) during full-year (January to December) 2017, a growth of 16 per cent over the FY 2016 net operating profit of AED 4.917 billion (US$ 1.339 billion).
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Emirates Sponsored ’Stars On Board’ Set To Amaze Arab Fans Around The World
Emirates will once again connect thousands of Arab fans to their favourite artists with the next edition of ’Stars on Board’ 2018, planned to set sail later this week from Miami, Florida. ’Stars on Board’ features performances by some of the biggest stars in the Arab world .
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