Aviation GCC UAE

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi soars to a record-breaking year in 2023

PR News Desk 03/01/2024

Four new A321 aircraft joined the fleet last year Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, recorded exceptional performance in 2023, doubling the number of flights operated and passengers carried and achieving an impressive completion rate of 99.6%. Throughout 2023,

UAE GCC

UAE unveils swift labour dispute resolution mechanism effective from 2024

PR News Desk 02/01/2024

Initiative applies to AED50,000 or less dispute cases The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced a groundbreaking initiative effective January 1, 2024. The initiative empowers the Ministry to swiftly resolve disputes involving AED50,000 or less concerning companies and workers in the private sector, domestic workers, and the UAE’s

Transport GCC UAE

Over 2 million passengers use public transport in Dubai on New Year’s Eve

PR News Desk 02/01/2024

974,416 used the Dubai Metro network Did you use public transport in Dubai emirate in the United Arab Emirates on December 31, 2023? If so, you were one of the 2,288,631 commuters who used various modes of public transport across Dubai on New Year’s Eve (December 31, 2023). As per the latest figures issued by […]

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UNWTO: Middle East led global tourism recovery in 2023

Arnold Pinto 01/01/2024

975m tourists travelled globally between Q1 and Q3 2023 International tourism recovered almost 90% of pre-pandemic levels in 2023, with the Middle East being the front-runner by world regions in relative terms, according to the latest World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) data. The newest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer indicates that an estimated 975 million tourists travelled

Lifestyle GCC UAE

Dubai Health unveils robust readiness plan for New Year’s Eve celebrations

Arnold Pinto 31/12/2023

Field hospital set up in downtown Burj Khalifa area Dubai Health, Dubai’s integrated health network, has laid out an extensive preparedness strategy to ensure revellers’ health and safety during the New Year’s Eve celebrations across the vibrant city that begin on December 31, 2023 and conclude on January 1, 2024. The comprehensive plan includes establishing

Corporate GCC UAE

UAE’s Federal Tax Authority releases new Corporate Tax Law guide 

PR News Desk 29/12/2023

New document incorporates practical examples The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in the United Arab Emirates has released a comprehensive guide outlining the criteria for determining natural persons subject to the Corporate Tax Law, which officially took effect on June 1, 2023, in the Gulf nation. The newly released guide is a valuable resource, offering a […]

UAE Business GCC

Dubai unveils unified licence system for streamlined business operations

PR News Desk 29/12/2023

QR code will function as a unified business identity Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), in association with Dubai Free Zones Council, has unveiled the Dubai Unified Licence (DUL) project, aimed at transforming the business landscape in the Gulf emirate by assigning a unique identification number to all existing and newly opened businesses in […]

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Sharjah emirate bans New Year’s Eve fireworks and celebrations in solidarity with Gaza

PR News Desk 27/12/2023

Violators are warned of strict action In a symbolic gesture of solidarity with the people of Gaza, Sharjah Police took a decisive stand on December 26, 2023, prohibiting New Year’s Eve celebrations and fireworks displays in Sharjah emirate in the United Arab Emirates. The General Command of Sharjah Police, announcing via social media, emphasised the […]

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Salesforce deploys public cloud-based Hyperforce platform in the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 27/12/2023

New offering capitalises on public cloud scale and agility Salesforce – the San Francisco, California-headquartered company that specialises in AI, data and CRM solutions for sales, customer service, marketing automation, e-commerce, analytics, and application development – has launched Hyperforce, a secure, scalable, and reliable foundation for AI

Aviation UAE

Flydubai cruises into 2024 after a smooth take-off in 2023

Arnold Pinto 27/12/2023

Carrier flies to 120+ destinations globally Flydubai – the airline under the control of the Investment Corporation of Dubai – has had an excellent operational year in 2023. Since commencing operations in June 2009, the Dubai-headquartered airline flies to more than 120 destinations in 54 countries. The single fleet-type carrier operates 84 Boeing 737s, comprising 29

Lifestyle GCC UAE

Enjoy New Year’s Eve in Dubai via public marine transit means

PR News Desk 26/12/2023

Dubai’s RTA promotes special prices Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is introducing a special New Year’s Eve offer involving its marine transit modes to help people celebrate the year-end event and usher in the New Year 2024 while taking in the sights of Dubai City. The special service will be available on December 31, […]

Transport GCC UAE

Dubai’s RTA pushes for eco-friendly electric delivery bikes in Dubai

PR News Desk 25/12/2023

Shift to zero-emission transportation means is on Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a new initiative to convince Dubai-based delivery companies to switch to eco-friendly electric delivery bikes from the currently widely used petrol-powered motorbikes. The RTA programme broadly aims to develop the infrastructure of transport businesses operating

Transport GCC UAE

Dubai’s RTA presents a revised Strategic Plan for 2024-2030

PR News Desk 25/12/2023

Emirate targets 42.5% sustainable public transit by 2030 Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority has launched a revamped Strategic Plan for 2024-2030, incorporating five key goals and objectives for integrated and innovative mobility in Dubai emirate. The plan is designed to facilitate the development of roads and transport systems that support a 20-minute city (ensuring

Corporate GCC UAE

84% of UAE employees aim to develop their digital skills during their careers

Arnold Pinto 22/12/2023

UAE-based workforce favours AI use in the workplace An overwhelming 84% of UAE-based employees are excited about developing digital skills throughout their careers, while 81% believe businesses should promote the development of AI skills in the workplace, even as 53% find it challenging to incorporate digital skills into their work schedule. These and other telling […]

Lifestyle GCC UAE

20 tips for responsible camping in the UAE

Arnold Pinto 22/12/2023

Best weather camping: December 22, 2023 – March 20, 2024 Whether for the first time or one of many, camping in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) offers a unique and exhilarating experience. With its diverse landscapes, from the towering dunes of Liwa in Abu Dhabi to the rugged mountains and wadis of Ras Al Khaimah […]

Health Events GCC UAE

2024 International Society for Gravitational Physiology meeting heads to Dubai

Arnold Pinto 21/12/2023

Event takes place in the Arab region for the first time The Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) will host the 43rd International Society for Gravitational Physiology (ISGP) meeting from May 26-31, 2024, at the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) in Dubai City. Due to be held for the […]

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Air Arabia celebrates its first flight from Sharjah to Phuket

PR News Desk 19/12/2023

Flights operate four times a week Air Arabia, the Sharjah-headquartered low-cost carrier (LCC), commemorated the inauguration of its first flight to Phuket, Thailand, with a ceremony at Sharjah International Airport on December 16, 2023. The new flights between Sharjah International Airport and Phuket International Airport will operate four times a week. The inauguration

Business GCC UAE

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival set for February 3-4, 2024

Arnold Pinto 18/12/2023

The seventh annual edition targets regional entrepreneurs Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) will organise the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) from February 3-4, 2024, at Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park.  Set to be one of the most significant ecosystem events in the Middle East region, SEF 2024 will be the seventh annual edition, following the

Business GCC UAE

37 Consult ramps up digital marketing services for UAE-based SMEs

Arnold Pinto 17/12/2023

UAE may have one million SMEs by 2030 37 Consult, a Dubai-based boutique consultancy, is intensifying its digital marketing services aimed primarily at Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the UAE to grow and expand their business. Since its launch in Dubai in 2017, 37 Consult says it has turned more than AED8 million in […]

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

Ajman’s brightest minds shine at inaugural NextGen Innovators Competition

PR News Desk 15/12/2023

Ajman’s rising stars and educational excellence stole the spotlight during the inaugural NextGen Innovators Competition, where the emirate’s most exceptional innovators were celebrated for their remarkable talents. Receiving accolades and well-deserved recognition, the overall winners of the first edition of NextGen Innovators Competition were unveiled at a