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Microsoft & GEMS Education Team Up On Digital Transformation For Students And Teachers
In furtherance of Microsoft’s resolute commitment to the enhancement of learning experiences worldwide, the company today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with leading global education provider GEMS Education.
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Nakheel continues AED5 billion hospitality expansion with new recreation club at Warsan Village
Construction is underway on a new, AED10 million dining, sports and leisure hub at Nakheel’s Warsan Village villa community in Dubai, the master developer said today.
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FNC Benchmarks DEWA As Role Model For Services To Emiratis
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has welcomed members of the Technical Affairs, Energy, and Mineral Resources Committee of the Federal National Council, FNC.
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H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed approves DAFZA’s ’Digital Intelligence Plan’
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA), has approved DAFZA’s ’Digital Intelligence Plan 2018-2020’ developed in line with digital transformation initiatives such as the ’Dubai Internet of Things Strategy (IOT).
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’One Drop Means A Lot’ - Majid Al Futtaim’s Malls In The UAE Launch Water Conservation Call To Action
Majid Al Futtaim-the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia-is highlighting the region’s pressing need to conserve water through the new ’One drop means a lot’ initiative in its malls in the UAE.
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RTA fits 5000 trucks with remote monitoring devices
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirms that more than 5,000 heavy vehicles have been fitted with smart monitoring devices that remotely detect vehicle faults and drivers attitudes on roads.
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Sixth Edition of World Government Summit to Run from February 11 to 13, 2018
Event globally renowned as change leader, future trends incubator.
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5000 trucks with remote monitoring Devices
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirms that more than 5,000 heavy vehicles have been fitted with smart monitoring devices that remotely detect vehicle faults and drivers attitudes on roads.
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Dubai Islamic Bank Group Full Year 2017 Financial Results
Dubai Islamic Bank (DFM: DIB), the first Islamic bank in the world and the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, today announced its results for the year ended December 31, 2017.
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What would you do if you won a million dirhams?
The Emirates NBD Million Dirham Putt competition is drawing closer to its climax, with just two rounds left to find UAE’s next millionaire.
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Jumeirah announces new CEO
Jumeirah, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, today announced the appointment of Jose Silva as the new Chief Executive Officer.
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Emirates NBD Announces Full Year 2017 Results
Emirates NBD Announces Full Year 2017 Results Record Net Profit of AED 8.35 billion.
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Emirates Islamic Announces FY 2017 Results
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, today announced its full-year financial results for 2017, with the bank reporting the highest ever recorded net profit of AED 702 million and the highest ever recorded total assets of AED 61.9 billion.
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DEWA achieves lowest customer minutes lost per year worldwide at 2.6 minutes
In the UAE there is a target to reduce electricity and water consumption by 40% by 2050.
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Processing 50k NOC transactions for infrastructure p.a.
The number of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) processed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) online through a single platform relating to infrastructure projects and works in Dubai currently hovers around 50,000 transactions per annum.
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China grants visa free entry to UAE nationals
The People’s Republic of China has announced that it will exempt UAE nationals carrying ordinary passports from obtaining pre-entry visas, with the possibility of staying for up to 30 days on each visit.
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Get the ultimate ’upgrade’ tip from the world’s best airline
Light hearted series of videos show creative attempts at getting a seat upgrade.
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Dubai Chamber Membership Hits 217,000, Making It One Of The World’s Largest Membership-Based Chambers
A total of 16,300 companies joined the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry as members in 2017, bringing total membership to 217,000 and cementing the non-profit public organisation’s position as one of the world’s largest membership-based chambers of commerce.
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DAE Capital Launches Third-Party Aviation Asset Management Unit Targets Assets Under Management Of $5 Billion
DAE Capital, Dubai Aerospace Enterprise’s leasing division, today announced the creation of DAE Aircraft Investor Services (DAE-AIS), a separate unit dedicated to servicing the needs of debt and equity investors in aviation assets.
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RTA Processes 50k NOC Transactions For Infrastructure P.A
The number of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) processed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) online through a single platform (www.rta.ae) relating to infrastructure projects and works in Dubai currently hovers around 50,000 transactions per annum.
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WIN With WAFI And Enjoy The Balloon House!
The long awaited Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is back and WAFI has some exciting news to share.
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FOUR Million Air Miles Up For Grabs During Dubai Shopping Festival
Loyalty programme Air Miles, has announced a special initiative running across Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), giving four lucky shoppers the opportunity to win an incredible one million air miles each.
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation Marks UAE Innovation Month With 1st ’Arab Innovation Forum’
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) announced plans to organise the first-ever Arab Innovation Forum on February 26-28, 2018, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
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Noor Bank Marks Milestone 10th Anniversary
Noor Bank, a leading Shari’a-compliant bank in the UAE, today celebrated its 10th anniversary in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Noor Bank.
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Emirates International Conference On Obstetrics, Gynecology And Infertility Begins Tomorrow In Dubai
The conference will be held at Al Bustan Garden Hotel from 18 to 20 January 2018, with participation more than 1,000 doctors and 28 senior lecturers from Europe, the Middle East and GCC.
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Great British Burns Night
The British Business Group Dubai & Northern Emirates will be hosting the Great British Burns Night for the first time on Friday 26th January 2018 in the private garden of the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Hotel to celebrate the birthday of famed Scottish poet Robbie Burns.
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Participating Countries Will Begin Building Pavilions In April 2018: Expo 2020 Dubai Executive Director
Najeeb Al Ali, Executive Director of the Expo 2020 Dubai Office, has said that some of the participating countries in Expo 2020 Dubai will begin building their pavilions at the start of April 2018, while pointing out that over 180 countries will participate in Expo 2020.
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Al Tayer honours 1st Batch of ’Tamkeen with RTA’ program
The Programme has enabled 13 graduates to get jobs in the RTA and other entities after completing the theoretical and practical training.
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Emirates Resumes Service To Sabiha Gokcen Airport; Offering Flights To Two Points In Istanbul
Emirates today announced the resumption of flights between Dubai and Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen Airport, starting 8th June 2018. The resumption of services on the route will allow customers two destination options when travelling Emirates to Istanbul.
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UAE Public Policy Forum 2018 Begins In Dubai
The event is being held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council.
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Digitalks To Roll Out Impressive Line-up Of Speakers
Digitalks, Middle East’s first digitally-focused conference series unveils its impressive line-up of renowned thought leaders.
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Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai Launches New Genetic Service For UAE
Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai, has launched a new service in the UAE to provide patients with genetic testing and enable access to the latest information on drug and gene therapy trials to treat inherited eye diseases.
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Central Bank issues commemorative coin
The UAE Central Bank today announced the issuing of a commemorative silver coin on the occasion of the official opening of Oumolat Security Printing.
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Union Coop And Dubai Media Sign MoU
Union Coop has announced that it signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Dubai Media Incorporated - Sama Dubai channel, for sponsoring the show "Hana wa Afiya" (Bon Appetit) during the next Holy Month of Ramadan.
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Uber Launches UberHIRE In Dubai
Uber has today announced the launch of UberHIRE - an on-demand, time-based option for Business users, allowing them to hail a ride and travel wherever they want across the UAE, charged only on time.
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Dubai Land Department Launches Its Real Estate Promotion Plan For 2018
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched its 2018 real estate promotion plan for the Real Estate Investment Management and Promotion Center, the department’s investment arm.
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Schools In The UAE To Lead Expo 2020’s ’Sustainability Champions’ Programme
Expo 2020 Dubai, in collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment and the Ministry of Education, today launched the ’Sustainability Champions’ programme for all schools across the UAE aimed at leaving a lasting renewable energy legacy for the nation.
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Exploring with pillar partners improvement of joint business, honors partnership coordinators
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held its annual gathering with strategic and pillar partners with the aim of boosting relationships and cooperation.
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Perfect Your Swing With Rory Mcilroy This January At The Omega Dubai Desert Classic
Golf fans rejoice! This January, for the first time ever, those attending the Omega Dubai Desert Classic at the esteemed Emirates Golf Club can be in with a chance of perfecting their swing with none other than Rory McIlory.
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Dubai Economy Issues 19,877 New Licenses In 2017
As Dubai retained its attractiveness as a competitive and sustainable business hub in 2017, the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in Dubai Economy witnessed 288,878 transactions, including 19,877 new licenses, during the entire year.
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Dubai Chamber Announces Formation Of Automotive Manufacturers Business Group
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the formation of the Automotive Manufacturers Business Group, which will be tasked with developing and advancing Dubai’s automotive industry.
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Federal Tax Authority Organises Two Training Workshops For Inspectors Of Economic Departments In Abu Dhabi And Dubai
As part of its efforts to raise awareness on VAT procedures for business sectors, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) organised two training workshops for the inspectors of the economic departments in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
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Dubai Holding wins the Mohammed Bin Rashid Award for ’Best Supporting Entity to the Government Procurement Programme in the UAE’
The award recognises Dubai Holding’s contribution to the development of the SME sector in Dubai. In 2017, the Group signed contracts valued at AED 66 million with local companies and allocated AED 71 million to support the growth and development of the SME sector.
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RTA awards contract for constructing internal roads in Makan Community, Hatta
As part of the AED 1.3 billion Master Development Plan for Hatta endorsed by Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).
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Three-Time Winner Mergia, Ex-World Champ Dibaba Set For Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon
Two of the world’s leading marathon runners Aselefech Mergia and Mare Dibaba will go head-to-head in the women’s event when the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon gets underway on January 26.
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Dubai Land Department Promotes A Culture Of Creativity And Innovation
The varied initiatives launched by Dubai Land Department (DLD) share several common factors, including promoting a culture of creativity and innovation among all parties involved in the real estate sector.
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Federal Tax Authority Clarifies Import Procedures For Non-Registered Businesses
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has clarified import procedures for non-registered businesses, adopting the e-Dirham system for payments and e-Guarantee to provide guarantees, in order to ease processes for non-registered importers.
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Dubai Investments Supported 49 Initiatives During 2017 To Mark UAE’s Year Of Giving
Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading, diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, supported a total of 49 initiatives during 2017 in line with the UAE’s Year of Giving.
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Emirates International Conference On Obstetrics, Gynecology And Infertility Begins In Dubai January 18
The 14th Emirates International Conference on Obstetrics and Gynecology and Infertility will be held in Dubai on January 18th under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance and Chairman of the Dubai Health Authority.
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RTA Inspects Manufacturing, Supply Of Electric Rail Tracks, Junctions In Austria, France And Germany For Route 2020
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has organised several field visitis for engineers and specialists of the Rail Agency to Austria, France and Germany to review the progress in the manufacturing and supply of electric rail tracks and junctions (switches) of Route 2020 Project.
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Ernie Els hungry for more success at Omega Dubai Desert Classic
Ernie Els has insisted his desire to succeed still burns as strong as ever as he returns to a familiar hunting ground later this month at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club.
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Dubai Youth Council and DEWA launch volunteering initiative to clean solar panels on rooftops in Hatta
Dubai Youth Council, with the support and sponsorship of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has launched a youth volunteer initiative, the first of its kind, to clean solar panels on rooftops in Hatta.
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Enjoy serene water views with Manazel Al Khor apartments. Come home at Manazel Al Khor and feel the Elegance of Modernity!
Presenting the iconic Dubai Creek Manazel Al Khor is an exquisitely crafted, luxurious residential community that seamlessly blends old and new.
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Dubai Culture Organises ’Carnival of Ideas’
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has hosted its ’Carnival of Ideas’ spring forum through the Department of Cultural and Heritage Programs and the Dubai Heritage Development Centers.
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Supreme Council of Energy launches State of Green Economy Report 2018 in collaboration with Dubai Carbon and UNDP
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of Dubai Supreme Council of Energy today launched the State of Green Economy Report 2018. The Supreme Council of Energy compiled the report in collaboration with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP).
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Rta Opens Bridge Linking Al Khail, Financial Center Roads Tomorrow (Friday) In Cooperation With Emaar
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will open tomorrow (Friday) the bridge stretching from Al Khail Road to the Financial Centre Street undertaken by RTA in coordination with Emaar Properties. The contractor has completed all finishing works in preparation for opening the bridge to traffic.
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Ministry Of Finance Clarifies Details Surrounding Designated Zones
Although Designated Zones are part of the UAE territory, the Ministry continued, for VAT purposes, they are treated as being outside the UAE. VAT is imposed on goods and services supplied or imported in the UAE.
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’Dubai Economic Outlook’ Shows Openness And Diversification To Boost Growth In 2018 And Beyond
Diversification and the high degree of openness in Dubai along with the positive impact of global trends will boost economic growth in the emirate in 2018 and beyond, according to the ’Dubai Economic Outlook’ report released on the sidelines of the ’UAE Economic Outlook’ forum.
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KONE Wins Order For WOW Hotel Apartments Tower In Dubai
KONE Corporation, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry has won the order to supply 23 elevators for the WOW Hotel and Hotel Apartments development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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Nasdaq Dubai To Launch Futures On Bahrain’s GFH Financial Group In Latest Market Expansion
Nasdaq Dubai will launch single stock futures on GFH Financial Group (GFH) starting 16th January 2018, to enable investors to take positions on movements in the share price of the Bahrain-based company.
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Emaar Hospitality Group And Rove Hotels Join Hands With EmiratesGBC For ’Green Key’ Accreditation Of 15 Hotels & Leisure Assets
Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of Emaar Properties PJSC, and Rove Hotels - a joint venture of Meraas Holding and Emaar Properties PJSC, have joined hands with Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC).
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Meraas Unveils Lavish Show Residence At Bluewaters
Meraas has opened doors to its luxuriously appointed Bluewaters Residence show apartment on site at Bluewaters, a mixed-use destination taking shape on a manmade island off the Jumeirah Beach Residence coastline.
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Mashreq Bank Offering Credit Cards For Every Passion
Mashreq Bank, the UAE’s leading financial institution, is offering a range of credit cards that cater to the diverse passions and lifestyle of a broad range of customers.
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Majid Al Futtaim Malls Shopper Walks Away With AED 50,000 During Exclusive DSF 12-Hour Flash Sale
Majid Al Futtaim - the Middle East, Africa and Asia’s leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer, in partnership with Dubai Festival & Retail Establishment (DFRE), kicked-off the 23rd edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) with a bang.
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Emirates SkyCargo Wraps Up 2017 On A Positive Note
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, completed a year of strong growth in 2017. The air cargo carrier’s robust performance, set against the backdrop of a resurgent global air cargo market.
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IBM Signs US$85 Million Private Cloud Managed Services Agreement With Emirates Airline
The agreement will enable Emirates to focus its efforts on highly strategic initiatives, while IBM handles the day-to-day management of its IT infrastructure.
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Middlesex University Dubai Announces The Fourth International Conference On Emerging Research Paradigms In Business And Social Sciences (ERPBSS-2018)
Middlesex University Dubai announces the upcoming Fourth International Conference on Emerging Research Paradigms in Business and Social Sciences (ERPBSS-2018) to be held over three days, from 16th to 18th January, 2018 from 08:30 to 17:30 at the University’s Knowledge Park Campus.
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10th Emirates Airline Festival Of Literature Tickets To Go On Sale Next Week
Festival enthusiasts, mark the date in your calendars! Organisers of the region’s biggest literary event have announced that tickets will go on sale to the general public on 15 January, 2018.
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ConsenSys Is Helping Dubai Become The First Blockchain-Powered City
ConsenSys, the fastest growing blockchain venture studio focused on Ethereum, has announced the opening of its office in the Dubai Design District (d3). The office will be the company’s second largest operation globally.
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Dubai Airports And ITP Media Group To Launch Breakthrough Media Brand
In a world-first, Dubai Airports and ITP Media Group have joined forces to launch ’Time Out DXB’, a new media brand with the opportunity to engage with the 90 million passengers that pass through the world’s leading international airport every year.
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Hamdan bin Mohammed Welcomes MBR Creative Sports Award Winners
Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Sports Council His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum welcomed the winners of the 9th Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award .
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Hamdan bin Mohammed Unveils 5-Star Plaque At Dubai Chamber Of Commerce And Industry
Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that developing practical approaches to enhancing the happiness of the public .
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Hamdan bin Mohammed Launches ’Ifaad’, An e-Platform For Dubai Police Scholarship Program
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, accompanied by HH Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, inaugurated the ’Ifaad’, an online platform for Dubai Police’s scholarship program.
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Dubai Culture’s ’Reading Box Initiative’ Receives The Arab Federation Of Library And Information Award 2017
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, announced that the ‘Reading Box’ initiative has won the Arab Library and Information Award in the ’Best Project’ category at the 28th Annual Conference titled.
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DIEDC Joins Responsible Finance And Investment Foundation
The Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) has become an observer member of the London-based Responsible Finance and Investment (RFI) Foundation, it has been announced.
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Emirates NBD And Dynamics Partner To Introduce Wallet Card- UAE’s First Battery-Powered Interactive Payment Card
Dynamics Inc. and Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the Middle East and a front-runner in digital banking solutions today at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (’CES’) announced plans to introduce the first battery-powered, interactive payment cards to the United Arab Emirates in 2018.
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Three Week Ultimate Entertainment At BurJuman
BurJuman, Dubai’s preferred mall will host a series of entertainment, dance performances from around the world, and exciting contests as part of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) special.
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Emirates And flydubai To Offer Travellers Even More Connections In 2018
Emirates and flydubai will offer travellers even more connectivity and flight options in 2018, with new codeshare flights planned to Krakow in Poland from 8 April, and Catania in Italy from 13 June.
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Dubai Chamber To Organise 2nd Global Business Forum On Latin America In February
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it will organise and host the 2nd Global Business Forum (GBF) on Latin America in Dubai on 27th-28th February, 2018.
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New Dh7 Billion Mixed-Use Community To Be Developed In Dubai
A Dh7 billion mixed-use community development will be constructed in the heart of Dubai, giving a boost to the emirate’s economy, developers announced yesterday (Tuesday).
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Nakheel And AccorHotels Strengthen Partnership With Management Agreement For Ibis Hotel At Jumeirah Village Circle
Master developer Nakheel and AccorHotels, the world’s leading travel and lifestyle group, have signed a management agreement for ibis Dubai Jumeirah Village Circle, further strengthening their strategic partnership for Dubai hospitality projects.
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Dubai Duty Free Makes a Pakistani Millionaire And Gives Away Luxury Vehicles At The Latest Millennium Millionaire And Finest Surprise Draws
One lucky winner became instant dollar millionaire while three will be driving away luxury vehicles when their winning ticket numbers were drawn today, Tuesday, 9th January, in the first Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draw for 2018 held at Concourse A West in Terminal 3.
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Reinvesting Employee Competency Through Internal Career Event
The Roads and Transport Authority has held the first edition of the Internal Career event ; the first of its type across the RTA.
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Dubai Land Department Releases The 2017 Annual Transactions Report
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) recently revealed the annual results of the Dubai real estate market for 2017, with the total real estate transactions exceeding AED 285 billion through 69,000 real estate transactions.
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Dubai Cares And Dubai Culture Invite The Entire Community To Take Part In A Citywide ’Scavenger Hunt’
The ’hunt’ has been specifically designed with residents in mind, offering them an exciting opportunity to explore their city and rediscover values close to the heart of every person who calls Dubai home.
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DP WORLD Commemorates 10-year Listing Anniversary On NASDAQ Dubai
DP World marked today its 10-year public listing on Nasdaq Dubai with a ceremonial event at the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), attended by Sultan Bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World, His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of the DIFC and Chairman of DFM and Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai.
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Emirates NBD Signs With Index Securities For General Clearing Member Services
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, today announced that it will provide clearing services to UAE brokerage firm, Index Securities.
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Dubai To Host Fourth Edition Of Global Islamic Economy Summit In October 2018
The Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) has announced that the fourth edition of the Global Islamic Economy Summit (GIES) will be held in October 2018.
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RTA Identifies Talents Of People Of Determination In Short Story Contest
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched Phase II of Short Story contest revolving around the experience of public transport means, targeting various age groups of People of Determination.
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SEmirates Group Security and Etihad Aviation Group sign MoU for cooperation in Aviation Security
Emirates Group Security and Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation in aviation security.
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The Cosentino Corporation Establishes Endowment Facilities for Child Culture
In cooperation with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Global Centre for Endowment Consultancy and Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children.
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Talents of People of Determination in Short Story Contest
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched Phase II of Short Story contest revolving around the experience of public transport means, targeting various age groups of People of Determination.
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Maktoum bin Mohammed Receives Chief Executive Of HSBC Group
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President of the Dubai International Financial Centre, today received John Flint, the newly appointed Executive Director and Group Chief Executive of HSBC Group.
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DEWA Strengthens Ties With French Company Suez
HE Saeed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) received a high-level delegation from the French company Suez, a worldwide leading company in the field of water, electricity, natural gas, and waste management.
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Dubai Chamber Supports UAE’s Year Of Giving With 24 CSR Initiatives
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed that it has organised a total of 24 Corporate Social Responsibility, CSR, initiatives in 2017, which supported the UAE’s Year of Giving and benefitted more than 20,000 people across five countries.
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HIPA Launches ’For You’ Initiative To Bring Happiness To Children
The Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award, HIPA, has launched a humanitarian initiative under the title ’For You’ to provide schoolchildren around the world with stationery.
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Dubai Land Department Launches Dubai Property Festival To Promote The Sale Of Completed Properties
Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced the launch of Dubai Property Festival (DPF), a three-day sales and purchase event to be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre April 9 - 11, coinciding with a series of events in Dubai aimed at attracting global investment to the UAE.
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’One Drop Means A Lot’ - Majid Al Futtaim’s Malls In The UAE Launch Water Conservation Call To Action
Majid Al Futtaim-the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia-is highlighting the region’s pressing need to conserve water through the new ’One drop means a lot’ initiative in its malls in the UAE.
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Al Naboodah Group Enterprises Launches New Facilities Management Business
Al Naboodah Group Enterprises (ANGE), one of the UAE’s oldest and most respected family conglomerates with a diverse portfolio of businesses, is entering the facilities management industry with the launch of Al Naboodah Facilities Management.
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Say Hello To 2018 With Emirates
Emirates is making it even more attractive for travellers to enjoy new destinations and experiences in 2018. For a limited time, travellers can avail special offers on Economy and Business class fares to a wide range of cities across the globe.
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Dubai Investments Park Signs AED 6.8 Million Cleaning Contract With Imdaad
Dubai Investments Park [DIP], the unique integrated commercial, industrial and residential community in the Middle East and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC, has signed a three-year cleaning contract worth AED 6.8 million with Imdaad LLC.
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Dubai Fitness Challenge Inspires Over Million People, Leaving Active Lifestyle Legacy
The success of the recent Dubai Fitness Challenge, DFC, launched by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, has been reinforced.
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Ministry Of Economy And Federal Tax Authority Launch An Integrated Program For Implementing VAT And Detecting Violations
UAE Ministry of Economy and The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) have launched an integrated program to facilitate the implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) in order to protect consumers’ rights and prevent profiteering.
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Dubai World Trade Centre To Welcome More Than 172,000 Visitors In January 2018
The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is set to kick off another new exhibitions season with a packed schedule of events this January, expected to play host to more than 172,000 trade visitors and 6,000 exhibiting companies.
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DP World Invests Over $1 Billion in Global Trade In 2017
Growing global trade opportunities, diversifying its business across the supply chain and exploring smart innovation technologies were key strands of DP World’s operations in 2017 which included over USD 1 billion in capital expenditure year to date.
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Azizi Developments set to deliver seven projects in Al Furjan in Q1 and Q2, 2018
Azizi Developments, one of the fastest growing developers in the UAE, has announced that it will continue its fast pace of development in Al Furjan in 2018, with a total of seven projects lined up for delivery in Q1 and Q2 of 2018, ahead of planned schedule.
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DEWA Wins 8 Awards In Ideas.America 2017
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has been recognised as a global leader in innovation and creativity after winning eight international awards and honourable mentions in nine categories, at the awards ceremony in Arizona USA, at the 75th Ideas.America.
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Virgin Mobile UAE Set Sights On Making SIM Delivery Faster Than Fast Food
Through the integration of the Careem and Virgin Mobile UAE Apps, customers requesting Virgin Mobile’s SIM delivery service can currently get their Virgin Mobile SIM delivered to within 60 minutes from one of Careem’s 5,000 active Captains operating across the UAE.
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Federal Tax Authority Says Registration For VAT Continues And Calls For Commitment Of Businesses To Avoid Fines
The Federal Tax Authority has urged business sectors to complete all their registration requirements for Value Added Tax (VAT) purposes, commending the commitment and high turnout in the registration process.
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The Dubai Frame Named 2017’s Most Significant Architectural Landmark
The UAE’s leading tourism and news website Hotelandrest.com has ranked the Dubai Frame as the most culturally significant landmark amongst those completed in 2017 in the world.
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Dubai Shopping Festival And Partners Collaborate To Give Visitors More Reasons To Celebrate
The continued collaboration between Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) and its strategic partners and key sponsors have ensured that visitors to the 23rd edition of Dubai Shopping Festival.
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Dubai’s Latest Football Club Sets Target Of Turning Professional In 2018
The latest football club to launch in Dubai, City Football Club, has a masterplan to turn professional in the next 12 months - eventually hoping to take a place in the UAE Pro League. Offering a completely new approach to football, player identification and development .
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The Top 5 Communities To Land A Bargain In Dubai
Demand in affordable areas is rising, as are handovers. This means prices are going down as new stock becomes available, and Dubai residents are getting a bargain to boot.
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National Bonds Handing Over The Second Phase Of Motor City Green Community Villas
National Bonds Corporation PJSC, through its real estate arm, National Properties LLC, has announced the handover of the second phase of Motor City Green Community known as Casa Familia villas which boasts 95 townhouse villas in a record time.
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Dubai Studio City Launches Video Competition For Content Creators
Dubai Studio City, a regional platform for companies within the broadcasting, filmmaking, media production and entertainment sectors, in collaboration with in5, an enabling platform for entrepreneurs in tech.
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UAE Rejoice: PAN Emirates To Not Charge VAT To Customers In 2018
PAN Emirates Home Furnishings, a local label in luxurious indoor, patio and outdoor furniture that is sure to light up any living space, takes joy in informing consumers that it will not be marking up its affordable luxury items with the 5% VAT tax.
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RTA Launches ’Vehicle Condition Certificate’ Service To Protect Buyers Of Used Vehicles
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the ’Vehicle Condition Certificate’ service as part of its initiatives aimed at bringing happiness to local customers.
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Historical Drama, Detroit To Hit Theatres In The Uae On January 11th
One of this year’s most anticipated movies, DETROIT - is set to hit screens on 11th January across the Middle East, including the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon and Egypt (10th January).
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Public urged to refrain from venturing into sea
The National Centre of Meteorology today called on the public to take precaution and not to venture into the Arabian Gulf waters from today until 9 am tomorrow, due to rough seas, high turbulence and waves, caused by strong north-west winds.
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Global Village Guests And Exhibitors Participate In "Thank you Mohammed bin Zayed" Campaign
Global Village, the region’s largest and first-ever multi-cultural festival park, has participated in the UAE national campaign to thank His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
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DEWA Organises 11th Solar PV Expert Training As Part Of Shams Dubai By End Of 2017
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised the 11th Solar PV Expert training for specialised consultants and contractors. 378 engineers and technicians have received the Solar PV Expert Certification by end of 2017.
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Dubai Fitness Challenge Inspires Over a Million People, Leaving Active Lifestyle Legacy
The scale of involvement in Dubai Fitness Challenge indicates it was an initiative that truly captured the public imagination.
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Dubai SME Receives 456 Entries From Entrepreneurs In The Arab World For 10th Mohammed bin Rashid Award For Young Business Leaders
Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, announced that the evaluation of entries received for the 10th edition of the Mohammed bin Rashid Award for Young Business Leaders (YBL) is progressing.
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Federal Tax Authority
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) calls on citizens and residents to be wary of uninformed and unreliable sources of information who are circulating misleading information around the introduction of VAT in the country.
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RTA Endorses 20 Initiatives Marking Year Of Zayed
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has endorsed the launch of 20 initiatives by the RTA to mark the Year of Zayed.
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DEWA joins the UN Global Compact
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced its joining the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world’s greatest corporate sustainability initiative.
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Department Of Economic Development Investigates False VAT Claims Following Customer Complaints
The Department of Economic Development, DED, has received five complaints on violating VAT claims made by a number of entities - immediately following up with the affected consumers either directly.
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Emirates makes Dubai even more attractive this winter season with the extension of ’My Emirates Pass’ offers
Emirates is extending its popular My Emirates Pass programme to customers visiting Dubai this winter season. The programme gives Emirates customers exclusive offers and discounts across the city by turning the Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership card.
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Entrepreneurs’ Organization Shares Top VAT Tips For UAE Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) UAE, the local chapter of the dynamic global network of entrepreneurs, reported that its members experienced a seamless transition to VAT this week.
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Dubai Airports Reports Continued Growth In November 2017
The upward trend in passenger traffic continued at Dubai International (DXB) with the hub welcoming close to 7 million passengers in November 2017, according to the monthly traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports.
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Emirates Named World’s Safest Airlines
Emirates has been named the world’s safest airlines in 2017, according to a specialised study which was conducted by the Jet Airliner Crash Data Evaluation Centre (JACDEC) for the air industry magazine Aero International.
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Dubai Supreme Council of Energy strengthens Cooperation with National Oil & Gas Authority in Bahrain
HE Ahmed Buti Al Muhairbi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Energy, received a high-level delegation from the National Oil and Gas Authority, in Bahrain, headed by HE Jassim Issa Al Shirawi, Director General of Oil and Gas Affairs and Hisham Zabari.
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UOWD Announces Partnership With University Of Dubai To Deliver IELTS Testing
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) has partnered with the University of Dubai (UD) to deliver IELTS testing at UD’s campus in Dubai International Academic City.
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RTA Responds To Mohammed bin Rashid Call To Thank You Mohammed bin Zayed
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) responded to the call of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, marking the anniversary of taking the reins in Dubai.
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DFM Announces The Inclusion Of "EMAAR DEVELOPMENT" Into The General Index
Dubai Financial Market announced that the shares of EMAAR DEVELOPMENT will be added to its general index (DFMGI) and to sector indices as of Sunday January 7, 2018 lifting the number of companies included in the index to 37 companies.
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Responding to Mohammed bin Rashid Call to Thank You Mohammed bin Zayed
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) responded to the call of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, marking the anniversary of taking the reins in Dubai.
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12th Anniversary Of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s Accession As Ruler Of Dubai
Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has extended warm congratulations to HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
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Global Trends Of Ferry Manufacturing And Operation In Croatia
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) took part in the 42nd Interferry Conference in Croatia where it checked the latest global developments in ferry manufacturing and operation.
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Emirates NBD UAE PMI
December data signalled a strong end to the year for the UAE’s non-oil private sector, with business conditions improving at the sharpest pace in 34 months.
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Pitchfest Provides Unique Opportunities For Entrepreneurs With Start-Ups, Growth Of Businesses To Increase Profile, And Develop Strategic Partnerships
The first edition of the Media and Entertainment Investment Forum will be held in Dubaiat the Ritz Carlton Hotel in the Dubai International Financial Centre, on April 3rd and 4th 2018.
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3 Million Riders Used Mass Transit Means And Taxicabs During 2018 New Year’s Eve And Holiday
During the said holiday, the Dubai Metro lifted 1,288,316 riders, public buses served 722,572 riders, marine transport modes ferried 124,159 rides, and 53,234 riders used the Dubai Tram, while RTA’s taxicabs during the mentioned two days carried 1,098,592 riders.
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DHCC Sets Up Emirates Identity Centre In Dubai Healthcare City
As many as 8,000 people working in the DHCC and their families will now be able to carry out all their residency visa procedures within the free zone.
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Free alternative bus service between JLT and Ibn Battuta Stations starting from 4th of January 2018
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will operate a free circular bus route as an alternative service following the full closure of the rail track of the Dubai Metro Red Line between Ibn Battuta Station and Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) Station.
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Cyber Gear And Retail Boutique Sign Collaboration Agreement
Cyber Gear, the award winning digital agency based in Dubai has entered in to a collaboration with Retail Boutique, a strategic retail consultancy. As per the contract, Cyber Gear will be the digital arm for providing web development, mobile apps and digital campaigns for Retail Boutique clients.
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Dubai Healthcare City Authority In Collaboration With The Federal Authority For Identity And Citizenship Sets Up An Emirates Identity Center In Dubai Healthcare City
Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA), the governing body of Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), today announced – in collaboration with the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) 0 the setting up of an ICA’s Customer Happiness Center in the free zone to serve its community members.
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Emirates To Operate Special A380 Flight To Kuwait For UAE Supporters To Attend Arabian Gulf Cup Final
As instructed by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Emirates’ Chairman and Chief Executive today announced that Emirates airline will operate a special A380 flight to Kuwait.
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Dubai Duty Free Annual Sales Soar To Dhs7.05 Billion (US$1.93 Billion)
The New Year began on a high note for Dubai Duty Free with the operation announcing record-breaking sales for 2017 of Dhs7.05 billion (US$1.93 billion), representing a 5.6% increase over the previous year.
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Nakheel And RIU Award Construction Contract For AED670 Million Resort At Dubai’s Deira Islands
Master developer Nakheel and Spain’s RIU Hotels & Resorts have signed a contract worth AED385 million for the construction of their 800-room, joint venture beachfront resort and water park at Deira Islands in Dubai.
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Emirates NBD signs with Al Fajer Securities for General Clearing Member services
Emirates NBD signed the agreement with Al Fajer Securities in a ceremony attended by Mr. Khalid Al Shaikh, SCA Head of Licensing, and senior officials from Dubai Financial Market (), Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), Emirates NBD, and Al Fajer Securities.
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The Langham Brand Will Help Dubai Build Chinese Market And Far East Links
The arrival of the first The Langham hotel in the Middle East will help Dubai establish greater links to the Far East - particularly the growing Chinese market.
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Trakhees makes it easier for its customers by Integrating with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB)
Following the government trend in adopting smart technological transformations using advanced technologies to lessen the number of physical applicants and Customer Visits, Department of Planning and Development - Trakhees.
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Empower Provides District Cooling Services To 17 Per Cent Of Hotels In Dubai, Including Three Of The World’s Tallest
Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, has revealed that it currently supplies its highly efficient district cooling services to 17 per cent of the 674 hotels located in the emirate.
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Dubai Municipality Promotes Smart Sustainability Oasis Project At Dubai Customs
Dubai Municipality’s Waste Management Department recently conducted an awareness exhibition on its Smart Sustainability Oasis project at Dubai Customs.
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Atlantis, The Palm And Amstur Caviar Break The Guiness World Record Title For The World Largest Caviar Tin At 50kg
Atlantis, The Palm teamed up with luxury US caviar company AmStur this New Year’s Eve to create the impossible and break the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest caviar tin.
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Hamdan bin Mohammed meets Google co-founder in Dubai
Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, met today with Google co-founder Sergey Brin in Dubai. Mr Brin is also president of Google’s parent company, Alphabet Inc.
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Students Fast-Track Their Education Through Middlesex University Dubai’s January 2018 Start Programmes
Students need not to worry, Middlesex University Dubai admissions are open forapplicants tostart their studies in January 2018.
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Jafza Welcomes First Photovoltaic Solar Panel Plant
Global trade enabler DP World’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has welcomed Maysun Solar, thefirst photovoltaic panel producer to set up a manufacturing facility in the region’s leading freezone.
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Investment By Khazanah In GEMS Education
GEMS Menasa Cayman Ltd ("GEMS") today announces that Khazanah Nasional Berhad (’Khazanah’), the strategic investment fund of the Government of Malaysia has acquired a 3% stake.
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