IHG Hotels at Dubai Festival City unveiled today ‘A December To Remember,’ a merry celebration that promises to infuse the holiday season in the UAE with unparalleled enchantment and joy. This festive extravaganza invites guests of all ages to dive into a world of wonder, where
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The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has joined the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)’s Senseable Dubai Lab with the aim of researching improved sustainable mobility patterns in the UAE to reduce the carbon footprint of major events in the country. While positively contributing to tourism and the local economy, major events have a
musafir.com, the UAE’s leading travel management company, takes a significant step forward by officially launching its operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, aligning with the transformative goals of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The office was inaugurated by Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla Al Thani and Sachin Gadoya, Founders of musafir.com, in the presence of eminent
Mellow Café at Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan is taking the stage completely transformed into an Italian Café and Bakery. Mellow introduces its new design with the aim to bring people together around great coffee and pastries. The moment you walk inside, the vibe gets into you starting from the open coffee counter filled with […]
The United Arab Emirates is witnessing an unprecedented surge in its investment technology market, with a value surpassing $127.7 million by the end of 2022, almost sevenfold higher than in 2020. A recent report by UnaFinancial, a global fintech group, attributes this growth to the country’s enhanced investment climate, bolstered by significant company listings and
In celebration of the UAE National Day, this year, the global technology brand HONOR, has joined forces with Hamdan International Photography Award (HIPA) for a captivating photography contest. The competition centered around the theme of showcasing the UAE’s rich heritage. Participants were encouraged to use their lenses to capture the essence of the country’s
Food Tech Valley has signed an agreement at COP28 with ReFarmTM to start construction on a 900,000 sq. ft. game-changing “GigaFarm”. The innovative waste-to-value farm will be capable of recycling more than 50,000 tonnes of food waste and growing two billion plants each year. ReFarmTM was established in the UAE by SSK Enterprise and Christof […]
The spotlight is now on the UAE as Booth Club ME, the much-anticipated regional extension of the iconic European photobooth innovator Megabooth, announces its grand launch in the heart of the United Arab Emirates. Founded by Lee Hoppen, the visionary mind behind Megabooth, Booth Club ME aims to revolutionise events across the region with its […]
Alteryx, Inc. (NYSE: AYX), the Analytics Cloud Platform company, released findings from new independent research revealing the key AI plays that will shape enterprises of the future. The research, titled Defining the Enterprise of the Future, uses data from 2800 IT and business decision-makers globally to draw the three-year roadmap for how enterprises will operate […]
Munjz, the leading Saudi-based prop-tech cloud platform, is reshaping the Kingdom’s facility management sector with Munjz Market and strategic partnerships with industry leaders. The Munjz Market platform, aimed at simplifying operations, reflects Munjz’s dedication to providing unparalleled technical, operational, and financial support. Through the integration
Under the esteemed patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) embarks on the 22nd cycle of its annual nationwide Clean UAE campaign. The inaugural event kicked off in the Emirate of Fujairah on December 5th behind Friday Market in Masafi. The campaign was held in collaboration with […]
A tennis-themed roadshow is set to take place across Abu Dhabi in the lead-up to the highly anticipated Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2024, raising awareness around the event and providing attendees with an opportunity to compete in various activities, with winners receiving either a discount code to use when purchasing tickets, or branded tournament merchandise. […]
Javeria Aijaz, managing director of UAE-based technology services company HITEK part of the Farnek Group, joined industry experts to deliver a presentation about how HITEK’s smart facility management (FM) solutions, have contributed, through collaboration, towards Expo City Dubai’s (ECD) net zero journey. During the panel discussion which took place today (Tuesday 5
Nicolai Højgaard will return to Dubai just two months on from winning the season-ending DP World Tour Championship for the inaugural staging of the Dubai Invitational from January 11-14, 2024. The 22-year-old won his maiden Rolex Series title at the Race to Dubai finale earlier this month in stunning fashion, birdieing five of his last […]
Pure Food Technology, a UAE-based, sustainable, agricultural and food technology startup has successfully developed an innovative hydroponic, robotic, solar powered proto-type that requires 95 percent less water compared to traditional farming and delivers 100 times higher plant-based crop yield, thanks to technological breakthroughs by a team of experts. Pure Food
Sadhguru, the renowned and world-famous yogi, will host a meditation programme in Dubai on December 9, 2023. The programme, titled ‘Sadhguru in Dubai – Meet, Mingle and Meditate’, will be held at Dubai’s Coca-Cola arena. More than 12,000 people are expected to participate in the event, according to organisers. ‘Sadhguru in Dubai – Meet, Mingle […]
68 countries endorse the initiative at Dubai meeting Ministers and senior officials attending COP28 in Dubai have engaged in discussions facilitated by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to ensure a gender-responsive transition to bolster the implementation of the Paris Agreement. Led by UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP28, Razan
The 44th edition of Big 5 Global, the largest and most influential construction industry event in the Middle East Africa and South Asia opened in Dubai World Trade Centre. The event boasts a stronger and more impactful local and international support, with over 2,200 exhibitors from 60+ countries showcasing products and services to transform MEASA’s […]
Etihad Energy Services Company (ESCO) partners with Johnson Controls to provide energy-efficient and sustainable solutions to Dubai Police. Johnson Controls will equip 20 facilities including police stations, prisons, warehouses and offices with the latest heating and cooling solutions, and its OpenBlue digital platform – helping to generate substantial CO2,





























