UAE outbound travelers are increasingly safeguarding their travel experience through digital payments, with 70% opting for digital wallets during trips, according to the 2023 Global Travel Intentions Study by Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments. The study also finds that
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His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), met with the female participants of the Dubai International Program for Writing (DIPW) at the ‘Children’s Story Writing’ workshop held at TAQA Productions’ Studio in Mirqab, Kuwait. The meeting came as part of the MBRF’s visit to the State of […]
Sports car blends bold design with cutting-edge technology In a celebration of 60 years since its inception, Ford has introduced the highly anticipated seventh-generation Mustang to the Middle East, promising an exhilarating combination of muscular aesthetics, technological innovation, and top-notch performance. This latest iteration continues the legacy of the
Focus on Al Dhafra region (February 25-March 2, 2024) The anticipation is building for the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge (ADDC) as it enters its 33rd edition, promising an extraordinary rally with competitors from around the globe ready to tackle a challenging new route. Presented by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and organised by Emirates Motorsports […]
Dubai Municipality registered over 1.5 million food products in 2023, with 217,642 applications for the registration and assessment of food products across the Emirate. Additionally, the Municipality issued 99,567 health certificates for exported food, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the flexibility of Dubai’s food sector. These figures underscore the
Dubai Chambers and the three chambers operating under its umbrella – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, Dubai International Chamber and Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy – have continued to make significant progress towards achieving their strategic priorities and unveiled an impressive set of results from 2023 that align closely with the objectives of the Dubai Economic […]
The Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT), is set to present its treasury briefing on 26th February 2024 at Al Waha Crowne Plaza, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The briefing will address the effective management of working capital cycles and the strategic use of diverse financing solutions to optimize cash flows. Ms. Annette Spencer, CEO of the Association […]
DUBAL Holding LLC (DH), the investment arm of the Dubai Government in the commodities and mining, power and energy, and industrial sectors, recorded a net profit of AED 1.79 billion in 2023, representing another year of good performance for the group. The results were announced at DH ‘s annual general meeting (AGM), held under the […]
Brighton College Dubai, a premium British curriculum school in Dubai, is delighted to announce the outstanding results of its inaugural Brighton College Junior Open held at Arabian Ranches Golf Club on Sunday, 18th February. With 80 participants from across the UAE, including nine pupils from Brighton College Dubai, the event saw a remarkable turn out. […]
Intangles, one of the world’s fastest-growing Digital Twin solutions providers, in its bid to bring the power of Digital Twin technology to every segment across the globe, has announced a strategic partnership with Bahwan Commercial Company, a professionally managed organisation in the Middle East. Intangles has been rapidly expanding its footprint, operating in 17
Canadian company accelerates global expansion plans Vancouver-based crypto infrastructure provider Aquanow has achieved a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy by acquiring the Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) licence from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). While currently non-operational, the licence sets the stage for Aquanow to
Dubai Airports, operator of the world’s number one airport for international passenger traffic, celebrated excellence within the airport community, by honouring individuals from key service partners at the inaugural OneDXB Chairman’s Award. The OneDXB Chairman’s Award was launched to inspire and motivate members of Dubai’s airport community, comprising
Dubai-based space entity to use Rabdan One electric vehicles NWTN, a Dubai-based green energy company, has been contracted to supply its Rabdan One electric vehicles to the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). An announcement confirming NWTN as the official mobility partner of MBRSC was made on February 19, 2024, when Salem Humaid Al […]
Café Barbera, the iconic Italian coffee house with over 150 years of history, announced its exciting expansion into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at Gulfood 2024. This exciting entry into the Saudi Arabian market is made possible through a strategic partnership with Big Apple Sweets LLC, a prominent foodservice operator in the UAE. The first […]
Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) and Abu Kos (Rainbow) a Brand of FrieslandCampina have signed a partnership agreement whereby EEG conducts a series of comprehensive workshops to school students to implement a number of awareness workshops about Tin Cans segregation and recycling , with the aim of reducing the amount of waste that ends up in […]
Global airport projects to reach $1.8 trillion by 2030 The 23rd edition of Airport Show – the world’s largest annual event dedicated to the global airports industry – will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre from May 14-16, 2024. With 150 exhibitors hailing from 20 countries and an anticipated attendance of 7,500 visitors from […]
The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) successfully concluded its promotional roadshow in the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone in positioning the Emirate of Ajman as a premier tourist destination in the region. The campaign, held from February 12 to 16, 2024, focused on establishing robust partnerships with key industry players and
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has awarded the 2024 Sheikh Saud International Prize for Materials Science to Professor Michael L. Klein, the Laura H. Carnell Professor of Science at Temple University, USA, for his outstanding contribution to the field of Advanced Materials […]