Real Estate UAE

50% of units sold in 24 hours as Binghatti Skyrise launches in Dubai

News Desk 2 31/10/2024 0

The project is in Business Bay The launch of ‘Binghatti Skyrise’ luxury retail units by Binghatti Developers has set a new benchmark in Dubai’s real estate market, with 50% sold out within the first 24 hours. This remarkable demand highlights the appeal of this one-of-a-kind development.

Corporate UAE

Colm McLoughlin, 81, former chief of Dubai Duty Free, passes away

News Desk 2 31/10/2024 0

Icon of the travel retail industry Colm McLoughlin, the former Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Duty Free (DDF), passed away in the UK on October 30, 2024, at the age of 81. McLoughlin, a pivotal figure in the retail sector, was instrumental in establishing DDF as one of the world’s leading airport retailers. Born […]

Real Estate UAE

Jad Global breaks ground at ‘171 Garden Heights’ luxury lifestyle project in Dubai

Dan Ngiam 20/10/2024 0

Initial project investment is AED250 million Jad Global Real Estate Development has officially broken ground at its latest project, ‘171 Garden Heights,’ a significant development spearheaded by Meraas within the Jumeirah Garden City area in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Sales have also opened for the AED250 million project. Launching the 171 Garden Heights project marks

Aviation UAE

Focus on vertical flight sector at Dubai Helishow 2024

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024 0

Event lifts off on October 22 at Skydive Dubai Dubai Helishow 2024 will open its doors at Skydive Dubai from October 22 to 24, 2024. The event, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, will serve as a […]

Business UAE

RAKIS 2024 to unlock investment potential opportunities in Ras Al Khaimah

News Desk 2 10/10/2024 0

Summit has a robust agenda The upcoming Ras Al Khaimah Investment and Business Summit (RAKIS) is set to be a significant event for global business leaders, investors, and policymakers. It will take place at the RAK Exhibition Centre on December 10-11, 2024. The summit will highlight the investment and trade opportunities in Ras Al Khaimah, […]

Business UAE

Salesforce enhances its GCC region presence

News Desk 2 06/10/2024 0

Opens an office in Dubai Salesforce is rapidly expanding its presence in the Middle East, where the AI customer relationship management (CRM) market is on track to generate $2.6 billion in revenue by 2024. Also, 69% of businesses in the UAE leverage AI to enhance customer relationships and drive growth, indicating a seismic shift towards […]

Business UAE

Al Fujairah National Insurance Co. launches ‘FloodGuard’ in UAE

Arnold Pinto 17/09/2024 0

Unique FIST coverage for third-party insured motorists Al Fujairah National Insurance Co. (AFNIC) has launched ‘FloodGuard’ – a unique motor vehicle insurance product that covers accidental loss or damage from flood, inundation, storm, and tempest (FIST) for third-party insured private vehicles in the United Arab Emirates. FloodGuard policyholders can select coverage

Automotive UAE

Middle East is a pivotal market for Nissan

Arnold Pinto 09/09/2024 0

Automaker chief Makoto Uchida says The Middle East is a significant region for Nissan, including the Japanese automaker’s SUV range, the flagship model of which was launched in the Emirati capital last week. Delivering a compelling address to an exclusive audience at the world premiere of the all-new 2025 Nissan Patrol (Y63) in Abu Dhabi […]

Business UAE

Abu Dhabi to get solar panel manufacturing plant

Arnold Pinto 29/08/2024 0

$15-million facility set for KEZAD Abundance Solar Panel Industries has announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art solar panel manufacturing facility in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) in Abu Dhabi emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The $15 million investment will see the development of a 27,000-square-metre plant in KEZAD Area A – Al […]

Transport UAE

15th anniversary celebration of Dubai Metro begins

Dan Ngiam 26/08/2024 0

Themed ‘15 Years on Track’ Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority is celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Dubai Metro network this September with a ‘15 Years on Track’ campaign comprising promotional and entertainment events. The Dubai Metro network began commercial operations on September 9, 2009. Keolis-MHI, the Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram operator has joined […]

Corporate UAE

Fast Track Solutions plays a key role in healthcare recruitment

Dan Ngiam 22/08/2024 0

In the Arabian Gulf region Fast Track Solutions, a leading healthcare recruitment agency based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), has branded itself the foremost expert in identifying and sourcing top-tier candidates for hospitals and medical institutions in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the wider Arabian Gulf region. A company statement noted that with over […]

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

Automotive UAE

Nissan to host world premiere of 2025 Nissan Patrol in Abu Dhabi

Arnold Pinto 19/08/2024 0

Y63 reveal is on September 3, 2024 Nissan Motor Corporation will host the world premiere of the all-new 2025 Nissan Patrol (Y63) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on September 3, 2024. This will be the seventh-generation reveal of the iconic 4×4 SUV. Featuring a sleek design with interlinked taillights and advanced technology, the Patrol […]

Space UAE

ICEYE successfully launches 4 new SAR satellites

Arnold Pinto 18/08/2024 0

UAE’s Bayanat and Yahsat are ecstatic ICEYE, the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation operator, successfully launched four new synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites into orbit on August 16, 2024, aboard the Transporter-11 Rideshare mission with SpaceX from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The newly launched satellites, integrated via Exolaunch, are

Business UAE

New manual unveiled for OOH advertisers in Dubai

News Desk 2 17/08/2024 0

Evolving advertising needs addressed Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched an updated version of its Out-Of-Home (OOH) Advertising Manual to foster a dynamic and competitive advertising environment in Dubai emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Newly launched in collaboration with Dubai Municipality and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, the

Health UAE

ZOI-ME health optimisation clinic opens in Dubai

News Desk 2 10/08/2024 0

New facility offers a 12-week programme ZOI-ME, a longevity clinic inspired by Longevity-UK, has launched in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It aims to enhance personal health management and is the latest private venture addition to the Arabian Gulf emirate’s health and wellness landscape. The longevity clinic offers patients a data-driven, informed, measured, and

Real Estate UAE

Emaar’s property sales hit AED31.5 billion in H1 2024

News Desk 2 09/08/2024 0

Several factors boost the company’s bottom line Emaar Properties, the Dubai-based global property developer and provider of premium lifestyle offerings has announced its financial results for the first half of 2024, highlighting continued resilience and operational efficiency across its diverse portfolio. Emaar Properties posted total revenue of AED14.4 billion ($3.9

Lifestyle UAE

What UAE expatriates must consider when purchasing life insurance

News Desk 2 09/08/2024 0

By Joseph Terrance, Head Life Insurance Business, Policybazaar.ae Understanding your financial objectives is not just important; it is vital when purchasing life insurance as a UAE expatriate. This involves identifying your beneficiaries and the financial obligations you must cover, such as mortgages, children’s education fees, and daily living expenses. This

Travel UAE

Explore Dubai City with new hop-on-hop-off bus service

News Desk 2 08/08/2024 0

All-day trip costs AED35 Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is launching a hop-on-hop-off bus service to offer UAE residents and visitors an immersive way to explore Dubai City’s landmarks and attractions. Dubai’s RTA will operate the new service starting in September 2024. The service, featuring buses with a striking livery, will operate daily from […]

UAE

Dubai’s RTA unveils AI-driven road inspections project

News Desk 2 15/07/2024 0

Special vehicle inspects Dubai’s roads Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has deployed a vehicle equipped with AI-assisted automated road damage detection and traffic diversion technology to inspect Dubai emirate’s road network. The newly launched pilot initiative is part of Dubai RTA’s commitment to harnessing cutting-edge digital technologies to enhance