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Global Expansion In Sight For ICONS Coffee Couture
ICONS Coffee Couture, a fashion and lifestyle coffee shop offering healthy options for delectable desserts, has recently opened doors in prestigious Klosterneuburg in Austria, a part of its strategy to create a global standing for the brand.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Calls For 7th Edition Of World Government Summit To Run From February 17-19, 2019
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued instructions that the seventh session of the World Government Summit to run from February 17 - 19, 2019.
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Nakheel’s Palm Tower reaches 42 floors as concrete works pass 80 per cent mark
Nakheel’s new, landmark Palm Tower on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah has passed the 80 per cent mark in terms of concrete works, with 42 floors complete and the remaining eight residential floors to be delivered in Q3 this year.
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Mohammed bin Rashid attends launch of Global Happiness Coalition
Sheikh Mohammed said that the world needs new form of coalitions that works for the wellbeing and happiness of people.
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DIFC Chosen as Berkshire Hathaway’s Hub for Middle East Region
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region (MEASA), welcomes Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company (BHSI) to its thriving cluster of global insurance firms.
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Al Ahli Holding Group To Redefine The UAE Value Shopping Category Through An AED 1.25 Billion Islamic Club Financing Facility For Dubai Outlet Mall Expansion
Seeking to redefine the value shopping space in the UAE retail arena, Al Ahli Holding Group announced a significant development in the Dubai Outlet Mall expansion today.
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RTA announces Dubai World Congress and Challenge for Self-Driving Transport
Under the auspices of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of the Executive Council, RTA will hold the Dubai World Congress for Self-Driving Transport in October 2019.
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Nominated For Seven Oscars Including Best Picture, ’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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Dubai Land Department and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment launch the Sustainability Report on the sidelines of the 6th World Government Summit
Dubai Land Department (DLD), in cooperation with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), has announced the launch of the Sustainability Report on the sidelines of the sixth World Government Summit, which was hosted by Dubai from 11th to 13th February.
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HCT To Collaborate With Leading Mexican University To Develop Innovative, Student-Centered Initiatives
The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), the UAE’s largest applied higher education institution, will work closely with leading Mexican university system, the Universidad Techmilenio, to create a raft of initiatives including student and faculty exchanges, common curricular and innovation centers.
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Celebrate Chinese New Year across Meraas destinations in Dubai
Celebrate Chinese New Year across world-class destinations by Meraas. Usher in the Year of the Dog at City Walk, The Beach, Boxpark, The Outlet Village, Al Seef, and La Mer with an exciting schedule of entertainment and events from 15 to 28 February 2018.
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Celebrate Chinese New Year In Spectacular Style In Dubai
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), is cementing Dubai’s position as one of the top destinations to celebrate Chinese New Year with ten days of Chinese festivities happening across the city.
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Dubai Airports’ new Modular Data Centre Complex a ’world first’
Dubai Airports today announced the successful completion of the world’s first Tier III certified Modular Data Centre Complex (MDCC) at Dubai International (DXB) following a tour of the new facility by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Airports.
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Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas At Majid Al Futtaim Shopping Malls
Majid Al Futtaim - the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia - is spreading the Valentine’s Day cheer at its malls with special offers and exciting gifts this February.
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Dubai a perfect global destination for shaping mobility future, AL Tayer tells World Gov. Summit
Al Tayer made these remarks during a speech delivered at the World Government Summit about the role of the private sector in shaping the future of mobility.
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World’s First Deep Cold Storage For Crypto-Commodities Launched By Regal Assets In Dubai
Regal RA DMCC, subsidiary of Regal Assets inc, an internationally renowned gold investment company, and the Middle East’s first company to have been issued a Crypto trading license, launched today a ’deep cold storage’ solution for investors and traders.
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Dubai World Congress and Challenge for Self-Driving Transport
Under the auspices of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of the Executive Council, RTA will hold the Dubai World Congress and Challenge for Self-Driving Transport in October 2019.
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GEMS Founders School To Offer Years 10 And 12 For September 2018 Intake
GEMS Founders School - Dubai has announced the opening of Years 10 and 12 for the start of the 2018-2019 academic year which will offer students multiple course opportunities from these new-year groups at the IGCSE and AS Level.
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Emirates NBD Ranked UAE’s Top Banking Brand For 2nd Consecutive Year
Emirates NBD today announced its position as the UAE’s most valuable banking brand with a US$3.534 billion brand valuation in The Banker’s annual brand valuation league table.
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MOCCAE And Dubai Land Department Announce Report On State Of Play Of Sustainable Cities And Buildings In The Arab Regions
The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), jointly with the Dubai Land Department (DLD), held a press conference today at the World Government Summit (WGS), to announce a report entitled, ’State of Play of Sustainable Cities and Buildings in the Arab Regions’.
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Nakheel Awards AED79.7 Million Construction Contract For The St. Regis Beach Club On Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah
Construction is under way on The St. Regis Beach Club on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah, confirming yet another top-flight dining and leisure destination for the world-famous island, master developer Nakheel announced today.
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National Environment Day 21 Exhibition To Kick Off At The Festival Arena In Dubai Festival City On February 15
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) is organizing the National Environment Day 21 Exhibition, which will kick off on Thursday, February 15 at the Festival Arena in Festival City Dubai and run for five days, targeting school students and community members.
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President Of World Bank Praises UAE’s Efforts In Investing In Human Capital
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, attended key session entitled ’Importance for Governments in Investing in Human Capital’, as part of day two of the World Government Summit 2018.
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DEWA signs MoU with Expo 2020 Dubai and Siemens to kick- off region’s first solar-driven hydrogen electrolysis facility
The facility aims at testing and showcasing an integrated MW-scale plant to produce hydrogen using renewable energy from solar photovoltaic at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, store the gas, and then deploy for either re-electrification, transportation or other industrial uses.
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"Global Inspiration Platform - Zayed The Inspirer’" Launched At World Government Summit
H.H. Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, launched ’The Global Inspiration Platform - Zayed the Inspirer’ to coincides with the ’Year of Zayed’ to tell his story and journey of the founding father in overcoming challenges.
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DIFC Calls for Local Talent in a Competition to Join Gate Avenue
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub and destination for lifestyle, arts and culture has launched a UAE-wide competition that aims to attract local talent and homegrown brands to setup presence in the Design Emporium .
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DAFZA Successfully Holds ’Happiness Forum’ For Its Own Employees And Strategic Partners
The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) successfully organized a workshop entitled ’Happiness Forum’ at the DAFZA Business Center.
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Dubai Islamic Bank Triumphs With Two Accolades at Service Olympian Awards
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, has won two awards, ’Best Branches’ and ’Best Customer Experience Measurement’ at the annual Service Olympian Awards.
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Savour Festive Flavours Inflight And On The Ground This Lunar New Year
Emirates’ travellers are in for a treat this February with a specially curated selection of festive Lunar New Year goodies. Available for a limited time only, passengers travelling from Dubai to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Zhengzhou, Yinchuan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur.
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Dubai Municipality Encourages Investment In Industrial Buildings
Dubai Municipality has introduced a new category for engineering companies allowing construction contractors of steel structures to design and implement industrial buildings.
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Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson Addresses GEMS Dubai American Academy Students
Over 100 high school students from GEMS American Academy had the unique opportunity to discuss astronomy and the cosmos with Neil deGrasse Tyson - world renowned American astrophysicist and space expert - who believes the idea of space has the power to inspire young minds.
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Dubai Investments Announces $20 Million Investment In Africa Crest Education; Plans To Develop Schools Across The Continent
Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading, diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has announced US$ 20 million direct investment into Africa Crest Education Holdings [ACE] – an investment company promoting quality education across the African continent.
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Dubai Shopping Festival 2018 Crowned A Success
Another successful Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) has drawn to a close with over 3220 retailers taking part in this year’s festival and shoppers heading to the malls in their droves to celebrate the 23rd edition of the shopping extravaganza.
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Federal Tax Authority Calls On Accounting Firms, Tax And Legal Experts To Join Hands In Promoting Tax Culture In The UAE
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has called accounting firms, tax experts and legal consultants to take part in raising awareness among community members about tax practices in the UAE.
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Innovate Living Launches Palme Couture Residences
Dubai-based boutique developer, Innovate Living, today announced the launch of its latest and flagship project ’Palme Couture Residences’ located on the trunk of Palm Jumeirah.
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Mohamed bin Zayed Visits Expo 2020 Dubai Site
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, visited the Expo 2020 Dubai site today to view the latest developments, construction and preparations made to date to host the world event.
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Emaar Malls Records 11% Increase In Net Profit To AED 2.080 Billion (US$ 566 Million) In 2017
Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), recorded a net profit of AED 2.080 billion (US$ 566 million) in 2017, 11 per cent higher than the net profit of AED 1.874 billion (US$ 510 million) during 2016.
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Brisk Start To Business Registration And Licensing In Dubai
Investors in Dubai, buoyed by the expansionary spending policies and their anticipated impact on the economy, kept business registration and licensing hectic in the emirate during the first month of 2018.
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5 Exciting Watersport Activities to Try in Dubai
With year-round sunshine and warm sea temperatures, it’s hard to beat the Dubai coastline when it comes to watersport activities.
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WGS 2018 Examines Opportunities and Risks of FinTech and RegTech
The opportunities and limitations of RegTech (Regulatory Technology) and FinTech (Financial Technology) were on the agenda at a Global Policy Platform session on day two of the sixth World Government Summit.
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Hamdan bin Mohammed launches 26 ’Dubai 10X’ projects
Commenting about the significance of the projects, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan said that the success of governments is determined by their ability and flexibility to re-invent themselves, and upgrade their services to cater to the evolving needs of the community.
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President of World Bank praises UAE’s efforts in investing in human capital
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, attended key session entitled ’Importance for Governments in Investing in Human Capital’.
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Haya Bint Al Hussein Launches Humanitarian Logistics Databank
In the presence of Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and during day one of World Government Summit (WGS 2018), United Nations Messenger of Peace and Chairperson of the International Humanitarian City (IHC).
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UAE Gender Balance Council participates in Gender Responsive Budgeting Panel at 2018 WGS
In line with its commitment to reduce the gender gap across all sectors and establish the country as a benchmark for gender balance and legislation, the UAE Gender Balance Council participated in a panel discussion during the 2018 World Government Summit today.
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Christine Lagarde calls for key global structural reforms to avert future crises
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended today a session titled "Using the Global Recovery to Create a Fairer World" as part of the World Government Summit 2018 (WGS) in Dubai.
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World Government Summit Explores Space Settlement And Challenges Of Sending Man To Mars
Franco Fenoglio, Head of Human Spaceflight & Transportation Unit at Thales Alenia Space, outlined today why effective communication with Mars is important to facilitatehow human beings will live and work in space.
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VP attends signing of Declaration of Principles between UAE Space Agency and French Centre for Space Studies
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Edouard Philippe.
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Emirates Islamic customers win gold coins with QuickRemit money transfers
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, awarded sixteen lucky customers with gold coins, as part of the QuickRemit to India promotion campaign.
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DEWA Shares Its Experiences In Anticipating And Shaping The Future Of Energy At World Government Summit 2018
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is participating as the Sustainable Energy Partner of the 6th World Government Summit.
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Emirates Appoints UAE Nationals To Key Management Roles In Far East And Africa
Emirates has announced several management appointments within its outstation commercial operations team. The changes place top Emirati talent in key country management positions in the Far East and Africa.
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Sheikh Ahmed: IIA International Conference In Dubai Will Help Make UAE One Of The Smartest Economies In The World
Dubai will play host to the world’s largest gathering of internal auditors when the International Conference of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) takes place in the city in May 2018, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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UAE’s Largest Car Boot Sale Every Friday At Global Village
Global Village, the region’s first and largest multicultural festival park, and family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, has announced that it will continue its successful Car Boot Sale every Friday at Parking Lot A between 1 pm and 5 pm.
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UAE Ranked 3rd For Islamic Fintech Start-Ups
The UAE is ranked third in an analysis of Islamic Fintech start-ups, according to a survey by Bloomberg Intelligence, issued today. Malaysia and the United Kingdom are ranked first and second.
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Break The Cycle Of Unfulfilled Resolutions With The ’New Year Calls For A New You’ Initiative At City Centre Malls In The Northern Emirates
Majid Al Futtaim-the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia-is giving shoppers a chance to fulfil their New Year’s resolutions with daily prizes at City Centres in the Northern Emirates this month.
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Ministry Of Health & Prevention Announces Visiting Doctors Program For February 2018
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) announced the details of the Visiting Doctors Program, scheduled to take place in February 2018, to provide diagnostic, therapeutic and treatment services to Fujairah Hospital, Al Qassimi Hospital and Khorfakkan Hospital.
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The World Government Summit Coming Soon To A Theatre Near You
In partnership with the World Government Summit (WGS), Majid Al Futtaim Group will show select sessions from the Summit at key VOX Cinemas locations across the Middle East.
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Prizes Given Away On Final Day Of Dubai Shopping Festival
The last weekend of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) was the most rewarding period for shoppers, as more than AED 1.5 million worth of prizes were given away at the final weekend draws held at Global Village.
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DFSA Signs MoU With Central Bank Of Oman
The Dubai Financial Services Authority, DFSA, and the Central Bank of Oman signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, to cooperate in the supervision and authorisation of firms operating in both markets.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Receives Indian’s PM
The Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, received today, on the sidelines of the World Government Summit, WGS 2018, Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India.
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Canadian Specialist Hospital Plans Major Upgrade
Canadian Specialist Hospital (CSH) is celebrating a decade of serving patients in the emirate and the region. The hospital which commenced operations in 2008 has since expanded its facilities and services over the years to cater to patients with various requirements.
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RTA Dubai Launches Tests Of The World’s First ’Autonomous Pods’
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in cooperation with Next Future Transportation, launched the first tests of the world’s first autonomous pods on the sidelines of the World Government Summit. The step is part of RTA’s efforts under Dubai Future Accelerators initiatives.
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DAMAC Awards Approximately AED 100 Million Construction Contracts As It Accelerates Development At AKOYA Oxygen
DAMAC Properties has awarded, among others, a construction contract to Emirates Electrical Engineering LLC (EEE) for a third 132/11KV substation at its 55 million square foot master community, AKOYA Oxygen.
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Hamdan bin Mohammed: We strive to ensure that Emirati families are dynamic members of society
Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has affirmed that the vision of the Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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Dubai Customs and International Humanitarian City ink MoU to establish eLink
Dubai Customs and the International Humanitarian City (IHC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on eLink and cooperation in exchanging information related to humanitarian aid and stocks.
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Dubai Land Department appoints ’Aqari Global Ltd ’Century 21’ United Arab Emirates’ as Real Estate Promotion Trustee in the United States
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that it has entered into a strategic cooperation and partnership agreement with ’Aqari Global Ltd ’Century 21’ United Arab Emirates’, a global real estate company that will act as DLD’s real estate promotion trustee in the US.
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DMCA to showcase smart and innovative maritime solutions at Dubai International Boat Show 2018
The Authority will showcase several smart and innovative electronic applications and platforms that complements Dubai’s smart transformation initiatives and promote the UAE Innovation Month of 2018.
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Waterfront Market Promotes Fishing Heritage In ’Biggest Catch’ of the 2018 Season
Local fisherman awarded for biggest fish catch weighing 28 kilograms.
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UAE Launches Seed Grants to Support New Research into Space Settlement & Space Habitation
The challenge aims to attract brilliant minds from all around the world regardless of discipline, background, or origin.
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RTA Call Centre Receives 2.2m Calls In 2017
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that its Call Center had received 2,249,386 calls in 2017, and the targeted response time of 20 seconds per call had covered 86.13% of total calls.
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DEWA to connect electricity up to 150kW in one step within 7 days
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced new improvements to consultants and contractors as part of the Al Namoos service.
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RTA Customers Council mulls improvement of Limousine Sector
The Customers Council of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has discussed the means of improving services delivered to limousine transport sector in a gathering held recently in RTA, in the presence of several representatives of companies operating in this sector.
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Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority Organizes Third Happiness Forum
Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park hosted the third edition of its Happiness Forum.
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Customers Council mulls improvement of Limousine Sector
The Customers Council of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has discussed the means of improving services delivered to limousine transport sector in a gathering held recently in RTA, in the presence of several representatives of companies operating in this sector.
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’EXPRESSIONS’ art exhibition opens February 12 in Dubai
An extensive array of artworks created by artists from around the world will be on display as part of the largest Group Art Exhibition in 2018 in Dubai.
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World-Renowned Officials to Attend ’SDGs In Action 2018’ Forum
The National Committee on the Sustainable Developmental Goals announced today that global high-profile participants will be attending this year’s ’SDGs In Action event’, that will take place on February 10th, 2018 in a pre-summit gathering right before the World Government Summit 2018.
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Dubai Municipality, first Dept. to publish strategic plan in Braille
Dubai Municipality has become the first department to publish its strategic plan in Braille language.
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Mohammed bin Rashid opens ’Museum of the Future’ as part of World Government Summit
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today opened the new temporary Museum of the Future as part of the 2018 World Government Summit that opens 11-13 February at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai.
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Mohammed bin Rashid unveils ’Edge of Government’ platform
The Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, today unveiled the ’Edge of Government’ platform, as part of the 6th World Government Summit.
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The Emirates Group Signs MoU with the Government of Andhra Pradesh
The Emirates Group, and its affiliated entities including flydubai, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board, Government of Andhra Pradesh.
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Briefing Sharjah Police on drivers licensing practices
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has received a delegation from Sharjah Police and briefed them on the on drivers licensing practices and the administrative procedures in place.
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Commercial Bank Of Dubai Reports 9.4 Percent Increase In Operating Profit Of AED 1,742 Million
Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) reported a 9.4 percent increase in operating profit of AED 1,742 million for 2017, according to its financial results for the year 2017.
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Union Coop To Offer Electronic Share Trading To Benefit Investors with Emirates Islamic and Nasdaq Dubai
Union Coop, the UAE’s largest consumer cooperative, has announced that it will convert its physical share certificates to electronic form through an innovative solution provided by Emirates Islamic.
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SHUAA Capital Reports Highest Profit Since 2007 Result Caps Successful Turnaround
SHUAA Capital reports full year results for 2017, with the company achieving its highest sustained full-year earnings since 2007.
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Elevision Media Crowned Fastest Firm in Dubai at the Bloomberg Square Mile Relay
A record-breaking number of employees from Dubai’s biggest companies took on the Bloomberg Square Mile Relay held at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the official venue partner for this annual team-building race.
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WGS 2018: Sixth World Government Summit Will Help ’Find Solutions To The Most Important Issues’ Facing Our World Today
More than 130 speakers across 120 interactive sessions and more than 4,000 participants from 140 countries - including heads of governments and representatives of 16 international organizations- have been confirmed to attend the event at Madinat Jumeirah.
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Emirates NBD Boosts Nationalisation Drive
Emirates NBD today announced its participation at the Sharjah National Career Exhibition for the 20th consecutive year. The bank will conduct on-the-spot interviews to offer admissions to candidates aspiring for careers in the banking sector.
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Love is in the Airport with marhaba’s Special Valentine’s Day Offers
This Valentine’s Day, love is not only in the air, but in the airport as well, as marhaba announces special offers on all its Meet & Greet packages and lounge access.
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Children fly free to Dubai with flydubai
flydubai passengers can book an adult return ticket in Economy Class from Kuwait to Dubai and get a free child ticket excluding taxes.
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Emirates Launches Arabic Coffee Cups With Middle Eastern Flair
Emirates Official Store has launched a limited edition Arabic coffee cup collection in collaboration with Silsal.
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Noor Bank Marks UAE Innovation Month By Launching New Designs And Benefits On Its Credit And Debit Cards
Inspired by modern art and Islamic heritage, the credit and debit card welcome boxes and cheque books feature innovative artwork from Mawaheb from Beautiful People, a local studio for artists of determination.
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RTA Publishes Comprehensive Book Of Legislations Since Inception
The Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has released the comprehensive legislation book encompassing laws, decrees, regulations and resolutions of the Executive Council and relevant administrative decisions relevant to all the sectors and agencies of RTA since its establishment in 2005 until 2017.
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ADEK Successfully Concludes Innovator 2018 Initiative And The Abu Dhabi Science Festival
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) honored six teams of students for winning the Innovator 2018 distinctive project as part of the closing ceremony for the UAE Innovation Month 2018 in Abu Dhabi, which was held on Wednesday 7th February 2018 at the Abu Dhabi Corniche.
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Dubai welcomed a record 15.8 million tourists in 2017
Commenting on the annual performance, His Excellency Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General, Dubai Tourism, said: "Under the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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Dubai Holding marks the end of 2017 with record achievements
Dubai Holding, the global investment holding company, continues to play a prominent role in developing Dubai as a world-class destination for tourism and business through supporting the Emirate’s diversification plan.
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World Government Summit To Tackle Artificial Intelligence
Today’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) can fly a drone, drive cars, park vehicles, detect cancer, predict crop yield, warn of super storms, schedule personal meetings, become a personal trainer, trade stocks and even beat you at Candy Crush! No longer relegated to the realm of possibilities.
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Honoring the winners of Energy and Green Economy Award 2017
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has awarded authorities, firms and individuals who won the Energy and Green Economy Award.
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Dubai Tourism & Commerce Marketing Joins The Emirates Group And GE As A Principal Partner Of Intelak
Intelak, one of the first industry- and technology-focused incubators in the MENA region, has announced that Dubai Tourism & Commerce Marketing will be joining the Emirates Group and GE as a principal partner.
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Luxury Travellers From GCC Outbound Market Set To Increase In 2018
The GCC is home to a vast number of nationalities and hence their preferences, tastes, the idea of an experience and values are so diverse. However, when it comes to outbound travel from the region.
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Passengers To Enjoy Quicker Passport Control With New Smart Gates At DXB
Dubai Airports, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs, GDRFA, and Emaratech have marked the completion of the installation of new and enhanced smart gates at Dubai International, DXB, Terminal 1.
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DP World, UAE Region Wins ’Top Ten Gulf Enterprises’ Award
DP World, UAE Region has won the "Top Ten Gulf Enterprises" Award at the Sharjah Awards for Economic Excellence for 2018.
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Dubai hits a record 15.8 million visitors
According to the latest data published by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, a total of 15.79 million tourists visited Dubai last year, setting a new record for the emirate.
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Smart Dubai Involved To Organise Smart Platform Development Process
Smart Dubai has signed global non-profit industry association TM Forum’s Smart City Manifesto, pledging commitment to a set of principles regulating the deployment of smart platforms that manage the vast reservoir of city data.
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Dubai’s Top Ten Hidden Culinary Gems As Voted By The Public
Foodies across the city have spoken, and Dubai’s favourite food secrets have now been revealed in the lead up to Dubai Food Festival 2018.
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Dubai Chamber Explores New Cooperation Opportunities During Recent Visit To China
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently concluded a three-day visit to Shanghai where its officials met with key stakeholders from the city’s public and private sectors to discuss new cooperation opportunities within the aviation, logistics and e-commerce sectors.
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Trials Go Paperless At DIFC Courts In Regional First
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts has become the first court in the Middle East to introduce a new secure cloud-based technology to allow court documents to be uploaded from anywhere in the world.
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Mirdif Hills Construction 30% Completed; Launches Sales In Nasayem Avenue
Structural work on the project’s clusters - Janayen Avenue, Nasayem Avenue and Multaqa Avenue - is progressing as per schedule. Construction of Janayen Avenue is 31% complete including the fourth floor slabs, while Nasayem Avenue is 34% completed with fourth floor slabs.
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TRA Announces the Nomination of 13 National Projects for WSIS Prizes
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced the nomination of 13 national projects, to compete in the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes.
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DEWA inaugurates first substation at Expo 2020 Dubai and plans to complete the remaining substations in a record time
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has commissioned the first 132/11 kV main substation for World Expo 2020, and is overseeing the completion of the remaining substations as part of its ongoing commitments.
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Emirates SkyCargo Launches Freighter Services To Maastricht
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is expanding its footprint in Europe with the launch of new scheduled freighter services to Maastricht starting 6 February 2018.
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Central Bank Launches An Initiative To Develop A Pioneering And Customer-Centric National Payment Systems Strategy For The U.A.E.
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates launched an initiative to develop a National Payment Systems Strategy for the U.A.E.
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Dubai’s aviation sector makes green pledge
Dubai Airports, operator of the world’s busiest airport for international passenger traffic Dubai International (DXB), joined Dubai’s aviation community in signing a pledge to purchase only ’green vehicles’ going forward.
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VP, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince discuss bilateral ties, regional issues with Egyptian President
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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Emirates Palace Catering By Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) Launches In Abu Dhabi
Emirates Palace has partnered with the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) to launch the UAE’s premiere catering company - Emirates PalaceCatering by Dubai World Trade Centre (EPC by DWTC).
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DP World Reports Record Volume Of 70 Million TEU And 10.1% Volume Growth In 2017
DP World Limited handled 70.1 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) across its global portfolio of container terminals in the full year of 2017, with gross container volumes growing by 10.1% year-on-year on a reported basis and 9.7% on a like-for-like1 basis.
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124th Indian National Wins US$1 Million in Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire Promotion
Toms Arackal Mani, an Indian national based in Bangalore, India, has joined the long list of Dubai Duty Free dollar millionaires when his ticket number 2190 in Series 263 was drawn today at Concourse D of Dubai International Airport.
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ADNOC signs 15-year gas sales agreement with Dubai’s DUSUP
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, ADNOC, today signed a 15-year gas sales agreement with the Dubai Supply Authority, DUSUP, for the supply of natural gas, to help meet Dubai’s energy needs.
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Dubai And HERE Technologies To Develop Data Infrastructure For Driverless Transportation
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai and HERE Technologies have signed a preliminary a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on long-term technology collaboration with the aim of mapping the city with high definition technology for the first time.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Issues Resolution On Corporate Social Responsibility
The Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has issued Cabinet Resolution No. 2 for 2018 regarding the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
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New Era Beckons for the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open
A new and exciting era for the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open was unveiled today with news that the tournament, from 2019 onwards, will be hosted annually by some of the greats of the Irish game.
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DEWA awards AED 1.1 billion contract for the construction of 4th phase of H-Station at Al Aweer
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has awarded the contract for the construction of the 4th phase of H-Station at Al Aweer, worth AED 1.1 billion, to a consortium comprising Siemens and ELSEWEDY Power.
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His Excellency Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Hosts First ’UAE Scholars Dialogue’ With Young Emirati High-Achievers
His Excellency Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education, hosted the first chapter of the UAE Al Ghurair Scholars Dialogue in Dubai with a group of high-achieving Emirati students studying at the University of Sharjah.
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UAE Optimistic For 2018 Despite Expecting VAT To Be A Challenge One Month In
New YouGov Omnibus research has found that despite expecting VAT to be a challenge in the UAE, residents are largely optimistic for the year to come.
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Dubai Land Department Honours Employees Participating In The ’Builders Of The Future’ Programme
Dubai Land Department (DLD) recently held an internal ceremony to honour employees participating in the ’Builders of the Future 2017’ programme, which aims to develop the capabilities and skills of the department’s staff.
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Dubai Duty Free Joins 9th Annual Car Free Day
A new and exciting era for the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open was unveiled today with news that the tournament, from 2019 onwards, will be hosted annually by some of the greats of the Irish game.
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Dubai International Airport retains #1 rank for international traffic Caps off 2017 with 88.2 million passengers
Dubai International (DXB) retained its position as the world’s number one airport for international passengers for the fourth consecutive year with annual traffic for 2017 reaching 88.2 million passengers, according to the annual traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports today.
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DXB Retains #1 Rank For International Traffic
Dubai International, DXB, has retained its position as the world’s number one airport for international passengers for the fourth consecutive year with annual traffic for 2017 reaching 88.2 million passengers, according to the annual traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports today.
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UAE Outsourcing Sector Revenue Hits AED3.2 Billion in 2017
Sector spending projected to reach AED 2 billion in 2021.
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Europcar Dubai Introduces WiFi Rentals
Europcar Dubai, the leading car rental company in Dubai and northern UAE, continues to invest in the latest technologies to improve customers’ experience with the new introduction of WiFi rentals in various rental locations.
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The Custom Shop New York Launches Dubai’s First Tailor Truck
The Custom Shop New York, the contemporary custom made suit couturier, has launched Dubai’s first Tailor Truck concept. The on-the-go tailoring service is set to bring made-to-measure suits and shirts closer to fashion enthusiasts across the city.
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EPG Participates In UAE Innovation Month
Emirates Post Group, EPG, is organising innovative events and activities during the UAE Innovation Month.
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Dubai Crown Prince Ups Prizemoney Of HBM Award For Innovation In Project Management
HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of the Executive Council.
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Hamdan Bin Mohammed Launches Dubai Paperless Strategy
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, launched on Monday the ’Dubai Paperless Strategy’ during a visit to the Smart Dubai Office, SDO, headquarters in Dubai Design District, d3.
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Art Dubai’s First Edition Of ’Residents’ Announced
Art Dubai announced today the full line-up of artists and galleries taking part in the inaugural edition of ’Residents’, as well as a range of workshops and public programming, which will take place in the lead-up to the fair across the three different residency spaces - in5 and Tashkeel in Dubai.
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VP adopts unified national classification of People of Determination
The Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has issued the Cabinet Decree No. 03 of 2018 on the adoption of a National Classification of People of Determination.
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DP World showcases services at Breakbulk Middle East 2018
DP World is showcasing its breakbulk (general cargo) and project cargo handling capabilities at the Breakbulk Middle East 2018 conference and exhibition in Abu Dhabi, which begins tomorrow.
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Mashreq Bank Recognized for Best Practice in Internal Audit
Mashreq Bank received two prestigious awards in the Private Sector categories: Overall Winner of the Best Practice Award and Best Practice Award in the IT Category.
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VP honors graduates of second batch of Public Sector Innovation Diploma
The Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, said that innovative Emiratis are the cornerstone of leadership and the future and the most important element in achieving the strategic visions of the UAE.
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New stipulations for licensing/renewing recovery vehicles
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to circulate new technical stipulations for recovery vehicles endorsed by the Ministry of Interior starting from early March 2018.
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Kids Fest returns to Season 22 of Global Village
Global Village, the region’s first multicultural festival park, and a family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, has announced the return of Kids Fest
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Award-winning Emirates Islamic Kunooz Account offers five Tesla cars and hundreds of daily cash prizes
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has launched a savings campaign to offer Kunooz Savings Account holders an opportunity to own the highly popular Tesla Model S.
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RTA to circulate new stipulations for licensing/renewing recovery vehicles
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to circulate new technical stipulations for recovery vehicles endorsed by the Ministry of Interior starting from early March 2018. The circulation of these standards is part of RTA’s commitment to ensuring the safety of roads and users.
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Disney On Ice presents Passport To Adventure announces special family ticket packs in the UAE
The offer is available on all shows and tickets excluding Royal and Bronze.
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CFA Society Emirates to host MENA Investment Congress 2018
CFA Society Emirates, the association of CFA charterholders and members in the UAE, will host the first ever MENA Investment Congress on Thursday 22 February at the Abu Dhabi Global Market building in Al Marya Island, Abu Dhabi.
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Noor Bank Opens New Bur Dubai Branch
Noor Bank, a leading Shari’a compliant bank in the UAE, has announced the opening of a new 1,400 square feet branch at the Bahwan Center-Al Hamriya building, Bur Dubai.
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Ithra Dubai lays down over 26,000 m3 of concrete to inaugurate the launch of One Za’abeel
The project comprises two adjacent towers, 67 and 57 stories high respectively.
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MBRF Launches Nobel Exhibition 2018
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) on Sunday officially launched the fourth annual Nobel Exhibition, organised in collaboration with the Nobel Foundation in Dubai’s City Walk until March 3, 2018.
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Dubai Municipality Holds 9th Car-Free Day
Dubai Municipality on Sunday organised the ninth "Car Free Day" with the participation of government, semi-government and private organisations.
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Dubai Health Authority Launches Tislam Card Initiative
In a bid to harness a positive environment amongst its employees, the Dubai Health Authority, DHA, has launched the Tislam (Thank You) card initiative.
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The Beach to Offer Visitors Special Shopping and Dining Deals this Valentine’s Day
The Beach, an upbeat destination developed by Meraas with stunning views of the Arabian Gulf, has created a variety of retail and F&B offers for the Dubai’s romantic residents and visitors this Valentine’s Day.
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VAT is part of the final price
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has said that the final reduced prices for goods on promotional offers must include the 5 percent Value Added Tax (VAT), which is to be calculated as included in the new price after reductions by the sales outlets or service providers themselves.
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DIEDC First Board Meeting in 2018 Approves Actionable Initiatives for Upcoming Period
Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) convened its first board meeting for 2018, reviewing all the initiatives that had been implemented the previous year within the framework of DIEDC’s 2017-2021 strategy that seeks to realise the Dubai: Capital of Islamic Economy vision.
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Brand Dubai to organise 4th Dubai Canvas Art Festival
Brand Dubai announced that the fourth edition of the Dubai Canvas Art Festival will be held in partnership with Meraas, one of Dubai’s leading holding companies, from 1st to 7th March, 2018 at La Mer.
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Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre’s First Board Meeting in 2018 Approves Actionable Initiatives for Upcoming Period
Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centreconvened its first board meeting for 2018, reviewing all the initiatives that had been implemented the previous year within the framework of DIEDC’s 2017-2021 strategy that seeks to realise the Dubai: Capital of Islamic Economy vision.
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Dubai Economy conducts workshops and site visits to groceries
15 workshops and 532 planned visits conducted till end of January 2018.
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Green Sheikh kicks-off Environmental Awareness Days at GEMS Al Barsha National School
GEMS Al Barsha National School students got to hear first-hand from one of the most active proponents for environmental protection, HH Sheikh Dr. Abdulaziz bin Ali bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, on why it’s important to start thinking early about sustainability issues.
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RTA opens two major bridges at Sheikh Rashid-Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Streets junction
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened today two major bridges as part of the improvement of Sheikh Rashid-Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Streets intersection.
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Dubai Land Department signs International Real Estate Promotion Trustee agreement
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced a new cooperation and strategic partnership agreement with Medallion Associates LTD.
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RTA holds introductory gathering for students on scholarship program
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held a come-together event for 60 students on scholarships sponsored by RTA in a bid to communicate with them and know more about difficulties encountered during their academic studies.
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