NEWS DESK GCC UAE

IHG HOTELS AT DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY LAUNCH WASTE REDUCTION PROGRAM

News Desk 2 05/08/2023

Dubai, UAE, 5 August 2023– IHG Hotels at Dubai Festival City have announced a series of initiatives aimed at reducing its waste footprint and promoting sustainable practices guided by the company’s 10-year responsible business plan, ‘Journey to Tomorrow’. The Dubai Festival City cluster has

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival 2023 Wraps Up

News Desk 2 04/08/2023

Ajman, United Arab Emirates, August 4, 2023: The eighth edition of the Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival reached a successful culmination yesterday, marking a significant stride in promoting cultural heritage and sustainable tourism within the Emirate of Ajman. Commencing on July 31 at the Emirates Hospitality Center in Ajman, the festival was inaugurated by the

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Ajman Tourism Invites Participants to Join the Third Edition of City Centre Ajman Indoor Run

News Desk 2 03/08/2023

Ajman, UAE (3 August 2023) – The Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD) is delighted to announce the Third Edition of the City Centre Ajman Indoor Run, in collaboration with Endurance Sports Services and City Centre Ajman. Taking place on August 6, 2023, this exceptional sporting event invites individuals of all ages to beat the summer heat […]

Real Estate GCC UAE

New player Prosper Real Estate set to elevate UAE’s realty landscape with growth and investment opportunities

News Desk 2 03/08/2023

UAE, 3 August 2023 Prosper Real Estate, a leading Dubai-based real estate consultancy and brokerage firm, has emerged as a prominent player in the thriving Dubai real estate market, cementing its position as a trusted advisor to top multinational investors. With a record-breaking influx of six million tourists and a surge in real estate investments […]

Tech GCC Saudi Arabia

SANS Institute to Empower Saudi Enterprises with SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders Training Course

News Desk 2 03/08/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 032023 – SANS Institute, the global leader in cyber security training and certifications, announced its upcoming training program SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders 2023, to be held from August 20 – 24, 2023, at the JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh. In an increasingly complex threat landscape, this intensive course is designed to empower […]

NEWS DESK GCC Qatar

Qatar Tourism Releases Exciting Summer Schedule of Events in Latest Edition of Qatar Calendar

News Desk 2 03/08/2023

Qatar Tourism has unveiled the latest edition of its tourism guide, Qatar Calendar, showcasing a fun-filled lineup of events, offers, and activities taking place over the summer months in Qatar.  From enriching cultural experiences to adrenaline-pumping adventures and activities to keep the little ones busy, the Qatar Calendar ‘Summer Edition’ caters to all interests

Business Aviation GCC UAE

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) H1 2023 revenue up 15%

Arnold Pinto 03/08/2023 0

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has reported that its revenue has increased by 15%; while profit before tax increased by 13% for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The Dubai headquartered aviation services corporation disclosed its latest financial results on August 2, 2023. Firoz Tarapore, CEO of DAE, said: “Our first half 2023 results demonstrate the […]

Travel GCC Lifestyle UAE

Etihad Airways will fly from Abu Dhabi to Boston from March 31, 2024

Arnold Pinto 02/08/2023 0

Etihad Airways will launch four weekly flights from Abu Dhabi to Boston in the United States from March 31, 2024. Boston will be Etihad Airways’ fourth US gateway from the UAE capital, in addition to Chicago, New York, and Washington. The airline will operate its flights to Boston on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, utilising […]

Real Estate GCC Qatar

Cityscape Qatar Returns on October 24-26, 2023

News Desk 2 02/08/2023

Cityscape Qatar returns for its 11th edition on October 24-26 at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar. Co-located alongside INDEX Design Qatar and The Big 5 Construct

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Dubai Government Workshop concludes summer camp ‘Learn a Skill for Tomorrow’

News Desk 2 02/08/2023

Dubai Government Workshop recently concluded the summer camp ‘Learn a Skill for Tomorrow,” which targeted youth aged 15 to 20 years old. Participants attended a series of workshops curated to enhance their awareness of automobiles and their maintenance during the camp. The camp primarily focused on educating participants about principles of cars, emphasising the

Business GCC UAE

H.E. Bin Touq: UAE’s GDP records 3.8 per cent growth

News Desk 2 02/08/2023

H.E. Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, explained that the preliminary estimates of the UAE’s GDP growth at constant prices in the first quarter (Q1) of the year 2023, issued by the Federal Center for Competitiveness and Statistics, confirm the strength of the national economy. Most sectors and economic activities that serve as […]

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

Green for go: the UAE’s long-term plan for hydrogen

News Desk 2 02/08/2023

The UAE has unveiled its national hydrogen strategy as analysts predict that GCC members can play a key role as exporters. The blueprint for hydrogen is a “long-term plan to turn the UAE into a leading and reliable producer and supplier of low-carbon hydrogen by 2031”, according to Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, minister of […]

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Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Emergency Department

News Desk 2 02/08/2023

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, a Mubadala Health partner, proudly announces that its Emergency Department has been awarded the prestigious Emergency Nurses Association’s (ENA) 2023 Lantern Award. This award, which is valid for three years, recognizes emergency departments that demonstrate exceptional and innovative performance in leadership, practice, education, advocacy, and

NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

SHUAA launches new Sharia-compliant Saudi Equity fund

News Desk 2 31/07/2023

United Arab Emirates, 31 July 2023: SHUAA Capital psc (DFM: SHUAA), the leading asset management and investment banking platform in the region, announced the launch of a new Sharia-compliant fund under the Incorporated Cell Company (“ICC”) umbrella, domiciled in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and managed by SHUAA GMC Limited (“SHUAA GMC”), the wholly-owned regulated

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UAE Ministry of Economy and Huawei Cloud launch Startup Program

News Desk 2 31/07/2023

Dubai, UAE, July 31, 2023, The Entrepreneurial Nation, an initiative of the UAE Ministry of Economy, announced its partnership with Huawei Cloud to launch the Huawei Cloud Startup Program in the country. The Program seeks to accelerate UAE’s startup ecosystem, providing up to $150,000 in vouchers and access to Huawei Cloud ecosystem resources for eligible […]

Food & Beverage GCC UAE

Homegrown vegan café Planet Terra opens doors to its second Dubai location  

News Desk 2 31/07/2023

DUBAI, UAE, JULY 31, 2023 – Vegan diners in Downtown Dubai can now visit homegrown vegan eatery Planet Terra closer to home as the brand officially opens doors to its second location at Ibis World Trade Centre Hotel. A relaxing oasis in the heart of the city, the new branch offers both indoor and terrace […]

NEWS DESK GCC Qatar

Record Set in Qatar for World’s Longest LED slackline Walk

News Desk 2 30/07/2023

Doha, Qatar:  Globally renowned Red Bull athlete Jaan Roose has completed the world’s longest LED-lit, single-building slackline to cross one of Qatar’s newest and most iconic architectural landmarks. The Estonian national and three-time Slackline World Champion defied the odds by achieving the walk, titled “Sparkline,” at the first attempt, walking the distance

Business GCC UAE

Dubai-incubated FinalRentals adds Jordan as part of Middle East expansion

News Desk 2 29/07/2023

Dubai, July 29: Leading global car rental firm and the Dubai-incubated Finalrentals added Jordan this week to its atlas of world-class destinations for providing transport services to locals and tourists. Jordan became the company’s 32nd country where FinalRentals will now have a presence, after the fastest growing car rental network reached the shores of Greece […]

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Dubai Municipality retrieves 820 tons of marine waste from Dubai Creek water

News Desk 2 28/07/2023

Dubai, 28 July 2023, Dubai Municipality retrieved around 820 tons of marine debris from nine wooden cruise and commercial vessels located deep within Dubai Creek water. This marks the first phase of the Municipality’s annual strategy to clean and preserve sustainability of water canals across Dubai. In order to improve performance indicators for optimal waste […]

Business GCC UAE

IDP Education officially inaugurates its new regional and Dubai offices in Tecom

News Desk 2 28/07/2023

Dubai, UAE, 28th July 2023: IDP Education, a leading international education services provider, officially inaugurated its combined regional and Dubai offices in Tecom. The new office, located at ‘The One Tower,’ was inaugurated by H.E. Heidi Venamore, Australian Ambassador to the UAE, and Tennealle O’Shannessy, Chief Executive Officer & Managing