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UAE Bred Horses Dominate the Mare Classes

PR News Desk 24/02/2024

On the second day of the tour, Ajman Stud’s AJ Kayya, an exquisite 4-year-old mare by AJ Kafu out of AJA Caprice scored the highest points of the day, and the show so far at this halfway mark. Currently topping the Global Champions Arabians Tour Mare leader board having taken the Gold Senior

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Zayed International Airport unveils unique Terminal A

PR News Desk 24/02/2024

New facility set to serve as a global gateway Zayed International Airport, formerly known as Abu Dhabi International Airport, has inaugurated its new Terminal A, marking a significant milestone in the aviation landscape of the United Arab Emirates. The airport’s renaming follows the directive of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President […]

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70% of UAE Outbound Travelers Say Digital Payments Integral

PR News Desk 23/02/2024

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 intra-regional travel is popular among UAE travelers, followed by inter-regional trips

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Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, meets with participants of Dubai International Program for Writing

PR News Desk 23/02/2024

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 […]

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Ford unveils all-new Mustang in the Middle East

PR News Desk 23/02/2024

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

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Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge gears up for 2024 edition

Arnold Pinto 23/02/2024

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 […]

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Dubai Municipality registers over 1.5 million food products in 2023

PR News Desk 23/02/2024

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

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Dubai Chambers attracts more than 67,000 new member companies

PR News Desk 22/02/2024

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 […]

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DUBAL Holding announces promising results of 2023 at Annual General Meeting

PR News Desk 22/02/2024

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 […]

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Young Golfers Shine at Brighton College Dubai’s Junior Open

PR News Desk 22/02/2024

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. […]

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Aquanow secures VASP licence from Dubai’s VARA

PR News Desk 22/02/2024

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

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Recognising Team Effort: Dubai Airports launches OneDXB Chairman’s Award

PR News Desk 22/02/2024

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

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NWTN becomes the official mobility partner of MBRSC

Arnold Pinto 22/02/2024

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 […]

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Emirates Environmental Group and Abu Kos (Rainbow) Train Students in the UAE on Tin Recycling

PR News Desk 22/02/2024

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 […]

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Dubai to host the world’s largest Airport Show in May 2024

Arnold Pinto 22/02/2024

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 […]

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Successful Conclusion of Ajman Tourism’s UK Roadshow

PR News Desk 21/02/2024

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

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International scientists attending IWAM in Ras Al Khaimah offer insights at UAE Innovates event

PR News Desk 21/02/2024

Globally renowned scientists attending the 15th International Workshop on Advanced Materials (IWAM) in Ras Al Khaimah participated in two sessions of UAE Innovates, offering insights and expertise in areas related to sustainability and the intersection of science and innovation. Prof. Sir Anthony Cheetham, Chairman of Ras Al Khaimah Center for Advanced Materials (RAKCAM),

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Einride and Abu Dhabi Integrated Transport Center to Scale Electrification and Automation of Road Freight

PR News Desk 21/02/2024

Einride, a freight mobility company that provides digital, electric and autonomous technology, today announced a joint cooperation with the Integrated Transport Center (ITC) and Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) to scale electrification of road freight throughout the region. The signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will look to build out the

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Amsaan partners with MOTIONGATE™ Dubai to pioneer a Deaf-accessible theme park experience

PR News Desk 21/02/2024

In an innovative move, Amsaan, a pioneer in accessible IT solutions developed by Gulf People of Determination Information Technologies (GPDIT), has joined forces with MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the flagship theme park of Dubai Parks and Resorts™ part of Dubai Holding Entertainment, to enhance the theme park experience for Deaf visitors. This partnership highlights a significant

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Nakheel announces launch of Bay Villas on Dubai Islands B

PR News Desk 21/02/2024

Nakheel, the world-leading real estate master developer has announced the launch of exclusive Bay Villas, on Dubai Islands B, part of the city’s premier living, entertainment, leisure, and tourism waterfront destination, Dubai Islands. This new development comprises Waterfront Villas, Garden Villas, Semi Detached Residences and Townhouses set within a lush, landscaped