Business Interviews UAE

Shahdadpuri: TASC Is Proud To Support UAE’s Emiratisation Drive

Arnold Pinto 26/05/2024

Firm Is Investing In AI Tech TASC Outsourcing is a leading firm providing comprehensive HR solutions in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Dubai, the company specialises in recruitment, staffing, and outsourcing services, catering to various industries,

Automotive Business UAE

Al Ghurair Motors Is TAM-Europe’s Commercial EV Dealer In UAE

Arnold Pinto 24/05/2024

Dealership Pact Signed At EVIS 2024 Al Ghurair Motors, a Dubai, UAE-based automotive dealer, has been appointed as the sole distributor in the UAE of TAM-Europe, a Maribor, Slovenia-headquartered commercial vehicle manufacturer of EVs (electric vehicles). This follows a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the two entities at the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit

Real Estate UAE

Dubai’s RTA In Pact To Propel Public Infrastructure Investment

News Desk 23/05/2024

Involving Digital Assets The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SmartCrowd to boost investment opportunities in public infrastructure in Dubai emirate under the purview of the Authority. The new partnership is a significant step in Dubai’s journey towards embracing innovative digital solutions in real

Business UAE

DWTC Contributed AED18 Billion To Dubai’s GDP In 2023

Arnold Pinto 23/05/2024

Global Attendees Boost City’s Economy Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) contributed a significant AED18.28 billion ($4.6 billion) to Dubai’s GDP in 2023, resulting from 76 on-site exhibitions, conventions, and industry conferences, according to the company’s newly released 2023 Economic Impact Assessment Annual Report. Of this mammoth yield, AED10.53 billion

Lifestyle UAE

Vehicle Number Plates Auction Nets AED65 Million In Dubai

News Desk 22/05/2024

Plate (AA16) Fetches AED7,320,000 Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority raised AED65.588 million in its 115th Premium Vehicle Number Plates Open Auction, held at the Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City on May 20, 2024. This represents a 28% increase compared to the previous auction’s proceeds, totalling AED51.216 million. Plate (AA16) topped the charts, fetching a

Business UAE

Cloudera Primed For AWS Summit Dubai 2024

Arnold Pinto 22/05/2024

Showcasing Enterprise AI And Hybrid Data Solutions Cloudera is set to take centre stage at the AWS Summit in Dubai on May 29, 2024, as part of its commitment to transform data analytics and machine learning powered by the robust infrastructure of Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS Summit Dubai, taking place at Dubai World Trade […]

Travel UAE

Emirates’ Check-In Facilities In Dubai Get Autism Centre Designation

Arnold Pinto 20/05/2024

For Neurodiverse Travellers‘ Benefit Emirates unveiled official Certified Autism Center Designation plaques for all four Dubai Check-In facilities and its dedicated hub in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) on May 17, 2024. The ceremony marks a milestone for the carrier and Dubai emirate in fostering a welcoming environment for neurodiverse travellers.

Business GCC UAE

How To Invest In The US Stock Market From Dubai

News Desk 19/05/2024

S&P 500 And Nasdaq Are Global Benchmarks For investors based in Dubai, exploring opportunities beyond local markets – such as the US – can lead to diversified portfolios and potentially higher returns on investment. One such avenue worth considering is the US stock market. Renowned for its depth, liquidity, and historical resilience, the US stock […]

Transport UAE

Three Dubai Metro Stations Resume Service

News Desk 19/05/2024

Following Extensive Operational Testing The resumption of regular passenger service at Onpassive, Equiti, and Mashreq metro stations on the Red Line, effective May 19, 2024, is a significant development for the residents and visitors of Dubai. This comes after completing operational and safety tests by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) at the three metro

Automotive Lifestyle UAE

Exclusive ‘Eccentrica Diablo’ Hypercar Debuts In Dubai

Arnold Pinto 18/05/2024

As Restomod Creation Of Emanuel Colombini One of only 19 Lamborghini Diablo legacy models worldwide – scheduled for customised restoration – has been unveiled at the Pupil of Fate Motors luxury car showroom in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The unveiling on May 10, 2024, of the one-of-a-kind 1990 ‘Eccentrica Diablo’, meticulously crafted by the acclaimed […]

Automotive Lifestyle UAE

8 Of The Best Budget SUVs In UAE In 2024

News Desk 18/05/2024

Prices Start From AED62,000 Onwards Inexpensive Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) are popular in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to their versatility, spaciousness, rugged appeal, and low fuel costs in the Arabian Gulf. The market for budget SUVs in 2024 requires careful consideration of factors like Dubai’s diverse terrains. The UAE’s competitive auto market offers

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Business UAE

New York’s Chainalysis Opens Regional Headquarters In Dubai

News Desk 17/05/2024

Cementing Commitment To UAE’s Crypto Evolution Chainalysis, a global blockchain intelligence platform, has launched its regional headquarters in Dubai. The New York-headquartered company specialises in cryptocurrency investigation and compliance solutions for global law enforcement agencies, regulators, and private sector entities fighting illicit cryptocurrency

Business Corporate UAE

Dubai Tops FDI Global Charts For The Third Consecutive Year

Arnold Pinto 16/05/2024

Leaving Singapore And London Trailing Dubai, the Middle East’s default business and commercial capital, is the world’s leading foreign direct investment (FDI) hub for the third consecutive year, bypassing Singapore and London, respectively. As per the Financial Times’ fDi Markets platform, Dubai, the Arabian Gulf emirate, not only secured the top spot in global

Sustainability UAE

Dubai Unveils 72km Long Mangroves Project

Arnold Pinto 15/05/2024

Emirate Targets Sustainable Urban Growth Dubai has unveiled an ambitious initiative called the Dubai Mangroves project to redefine coastal regeneration and fortify its commitment to sustainable urban growth. The groundbreaking endeavour, aligning with the objectives outlined in the Dubai 2040 Master Plan, seeks to integrate ecological preservation with urban development on

Aviation Business UAE

Emirates Group Posts AED18.7 Billion Profit For 2023-2024

Arnold Pinto 14/05/2024

A 71% Increase From The Previous Year Dubai-headquartered Emirates Group has achieved a remarkable milestone in its 2023-2024 fiscal year, with profit reaching an unprecedented AED18.7 billion ($5.1 billion), a staggering 71% increase from the previous financial year. With revenues soaring to AED137.3 billion ($37.4 billion), an impressive 15% increase propelled by robust

GCC Lifestyle UAE

16 Of The Best Companies To Work For In Dubai

News Desk 14/05/2024

From Aviation To Hospitality Dubai is a popular destination for expats worldwide due to its growing economy and open-mindedness towards foreign workers. The city offers numerous quality jobs, including those open to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), and is a magnet for professionals seeking lucrative, tax-free career opportunities. However, finding the right company to

Space UAE

NASA Begins 45-Day Simulated Mars Mission

Arnold Pinto 12/05/2024

With 4 Volunteer Crew Members A new crew of four volunteers has begun a 45-day simulated mission to Mars within a sealed habitat at NASA’s Johnson Space Centre in Houston, Texas. The crew, comprising Jason Lee, Stephanie Navarro, Shareef Al Romaithi, and Piyumi Wijesekara, entered the Human Exploration Research Analogue (HERA) facility at 2am (UAE […]

Sustainability UAE

Dubai Reef Project Launched To Boost Marine Ecosystem

Arnold Pinto 04/05/2024

Initiative Involves 20,000 Reef Modules To bolster Dubai’s marine biodiversity and ecological sustainability, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has inaugurated the Dubai Reef project. Dubai Reef, spearheaded by Dubai Can, is currently the world’s most significant marine reef

Travel UAE

The 5 Best Places To Visit In Ras Al Khaimah

News Editor 2 22/04/2024

RAK Is The Adventure Capital Of The UAE Nestled in the heart of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) lies a gem many adventure-seekers overlook – Ras Al Khaimah (or, simply, RAK). With its rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty, this captivating emirate beckons travellers to explore its hidden treasures and create lifetime memories. […]

UAE

UAE Experiences Its Heaviest Rainfall In 75 Years

Arnold Pinto 19/04/2024

Desert Nation Limps Back To Normalcy In a rare and dramatic turn of weather events, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was besieged by an uncharacteristic rainstorm on April 16, 2024 – the magnitude of which the desert nation had not encountered since its founding in 1971. The storm lashed out across the desert nation with […]