Finance

Dubai panel: Financially empowered future is key for women

Arnold Pinto 28/08/2024 0

Financial literacy and independence seen vital A distinguished all-women panel gathered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on August 26, 2024, to discuss critical issues surrounding financial literacy and empowerment for women in the Middle East. Organised by APM Capital Limited, a leading

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APM Capital: Women in Finance event | Dubai

Arnold Pinto 27/08/2024 0

Oil & Gas

Countdown begins for Gastech 2024 in Houston

Arnold Pinto 27/08/2024 0

With 50,000+ attendees and 800+ exhibitors In less than a month, the international gas and energy community will descend on Houston, Texas, for Gastech 2024, the world’s largest conference and exhibition for natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, climate technologies, energy manufacturing, and low-carbon solutions. The mega in-person event takes place from September 17 to 20, 2024,

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Dubai Metro (2009-2024)

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Gitex Space

Axiom Space and Nokia tie up for lunar spacesuit communications

Arnold Pinto 26/08/2024 0

For NASA’s Artemis III mission Axiom Space and Nokia are set to revolutionise lunar exploration by integrating high-speed 4G/LTE technology into the next-generation astronaut spacesuits for NASA’s upcoming Artemis III mission. The collaboration aims to embed advanced cellular-network capabilities into the Portable Life Support System (PLSS), commonly referred to as

News Sustainability

ISR Leadership Global Summit & Awards 2024 heads to London

Arnold Pinto 26/08/2024 0

Global organisation calls for support Dr Naresh Kumar Macherla, Chairman of ISR Leadership, has issued a heartfelt call to action, emphasising the global organisation’s dedication to creating a more sustainable and inclusive world. Addressing a news conference in Dubai, UAE, on August 22, 2024, to announce the inaugural ISR Leadership Global Summit & Awards 2024

Aviation Watches

URWERK unveils exclusive high-flying EMC SR-71

Arnold Pinto 25/08/2024 0

Tribute to the iconic SR-71 Blackbird High-end watchmaker URWERK has unveiled the EMC SR-71, a tribute to the legendary US Air Force’s SR-71 Blackbird high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft. With this exceptional new model, Geneva-based URWERK marks a decade of high-end horological innovation in the Swiss watchmaking industry. Initially introduced in 2014, URWERK’s

Defence & Security

US provides new $125 million security aid to Ukraine

Arnold Pinto 25/08/2024 0

Package includes Javelin systems The Biden administration has announced an additional $125 million in security assistance to boost Ukraine’s defence capabilities against Russia’s ongoing unprovoked full-scale invasion that is over two years old so far. This new tranche of aid, the 64th by the United States since August 2021, is set to enhance Ukraine’s military […]

Real Estate

Do you know China has the most skyscrapers in the world?

Arnold Pinto 24/08/2024 0

Followed by US and UAE Skyscrapers, the towering symbols of modern architecture, have defined the skylines of the world’s major cities. Originating in the late 19th century with steel-framed marvels in Chicago, New York, and Boston, these structures were not merely ornamental but practical, designed for work and living. Today, they have become ubiquitous in […]

Space

NASA awards $1.25 million in deep space food challenge

Arnold Pinto 24/08/2024 0

Pioneering food systems promoted NASA has awarded $1.25 million in prizes for groundbreaking food systems developed for deep space missions, culminating in the third and final round of the Deep Space Food Challenge. The challenge aimed to create innovative solutions for providing astronauts with sustainable, nutritious, and delicious food for extended space journeys, such

Defence & Security

USS Abraham Lincoln CSG enters USCENTCOM AOR

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

Poised to deter any Iranian aggression The USS Abraham Lincoln Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier equipped with F-35C and F/A-18 Block III fighter aircraft has entered the US Central Command (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR). The USS Abraham Lincoln, the flagship of US Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 3, is accompanied by the guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile

Aviation

Sikorsky delivers VH-92A presidential helicopter to US Marine Corps

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

23rd aircraft is the last of its kind The US Marine Corps has officially accepted the 23rd and final VH-92A Patriot presidential helicopter, marking a significant achievement for Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company. At a ceremony at Sikorsky’s facility in Owego, New York, US Lieutenant General Bradford Gering, Deputy Commandant for Aviation, said: “This delivery […]

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ISR Leadership Global Summit & Awards 2024

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USS Abraham Lincoln in USCENTCOM AOR

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Cybersecurity

500,000 cybersecurity positions are vacant across the US

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

Lockheed Martin and White House ONCD in tie-up Lockheed Martin engaged with the White House’s Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) at the ‘Good-Paying Cyber Jobs for Veterans and Military Spouses’ workshop held in Washington, D.C., earlier this month. The event brought together leaders from various sectors to tackle the pressing issue of an […]

Tech

Milestone Systems unveils unique Experience Centre in Melbourne

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

Rigorous cybersecurity standards deployed Milestone Systems, a global leader in data-driven video technology software, has inaugurated its new office and interactive Experience Centre (EC) in Mulgrave, Melbourne, Australia. The newly launched EC is a significant upgrade from Milestone’s EC in Australia, which debuted in 2018. The revamped centre boasts an enhanced focus on

Corporate Watches

Chanel invests in time with 25% stake acquisition in MB&F

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

Securing the high-end watch brand’s future Global luxury powerhouse Chanel has acquired a 25% stake in MB&F, ensuring the high-end Swiss watch brand’s stability and long-term growth while maintaining its independence. The strategic partnership, revealed on August 22, 2024, sees MB&F founder Maximilian Büsser retain the majority share of 60%, with his partner

Business UAE

Rodenstock unveils AI-powered B.I.G. Norm lenses for the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 22/08/2024 0

Result of 500,000+ biometric eye scans Rodenstock, a global leader in eye health innovation and manufacturer of biometric ophthalmic lenses, has launched its all-new B.I.G. Norm lenses, biometric intelligent glasses powered by artificial intelligence (AI), in the Middle East market. The regional launch is in partnership with Egma, a leading ophthalmic lens company based in

Aviation

Archer Aviation delivers first Midnight eVTOL aircraft to USAF

Arnold Pinto 22/08/2024 0

AFWERX evaluation in progress Archer Aviation, a leading company in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has delivered its inaugural Midnight aircraft to the US Air Force (USAF) as part of an AFWERX Agility Prime contract valued at up to $142 million. The delivery follows the US Department of Defence’s endorsement of Midnight’s military […]

Tech

MBDA unveils New Sky Warden effector concept

Arnold Pinto 21/08/2024 0

Demonstrates the system’s advanced capabilities MBDA has launched a groundbreaking effector concept for its Sky Warden counter-uncrewed aerial systems (C-UAS) modular solution. The new development, presented at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow, features a ground-launched anti-air munition specifically designed to target Class 1 and smaller Class 2 uncrewed