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Tbilisi
Logistics

AD Ports Group becomes majority owner of Tbilisi Dry Port

Arnold Pinto
With 60% stake acquisition AD Ports Group has acquired a majority 60% stake in Tbilisi Dry Port in Georgia. The stake acquisition fortifies AD Ports Group’s strategic position in the Middle trade corridor, enhancing connectivity between Western Asia and Eastern Europe through a comprehensive network spanning Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, and Turkey. The Tbilisi
Plastics
Sustainability

Breakthrough made in chemical plastics recycling

News Editor 2
By ETH Zurich scientists Scientists at ETH Zurich, a public research university in Zurich, Switzerland, have significantly advanced chemical plastics recycling, potentially transforming how the world handles plastic waste. The research team, led by Professor Javier Pérez-Ramírez, has unveiled critical insights into recycling, emphasising the pivotal role of stirring
Nokia
Gitex Telecom

Nokia expands its R&D footprint in India

Arnold Pinto
With largest fixed networks lab in Chennai Nokia has unveiled plans to expand its fixed networks Research and Development (R&D) facility in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The new lab will be the largest within Nokia’s fixed networks division and one of the largest globally. The expansion, facilitated with the support of the Tamil Nadu state […]
Equiti
Sport

Equiti teams up with Al Wahda Football Club

News Editor 2
In major sponsorship deal Equiti, a global fintech group, has sponsored Al Wahda Football Club, one of Abu Dhabi’s premier football teams. The strategic partnership marks Equiti’s official entry into sports sponsorship, highlighting its dedication to supporting local talent and fostering community spirit in the United Arab Emirates. Equiti will serve as a sleeve
Suborbital
Space

Blue Origin completes 26th suborbital spaceflight mission

Arnold Pinto
Six astronauts return safely Blue Origin, the space company founded by Jeff Bezos, completed its eighth human suborbital spaceflight on August 29, 2024, and the 26th flight for the New Shepard rocket programme. Travelling in a pressurised crew capsule, the astronaut crew included Nicolina Elrick, Rob Ferl, Eugene Grin, Dr Eiman Jahangir, Karsen Kitchen, and […]
LNG
Oil & Gas

QatarEnergy and KPC sign 15-year LNG supply agreement

Arnold Pinto
Involving 3 MTPA to Kuwait QatarEnergy and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) have formalised a 15-year LNG Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) for the delivery of up to 3 million tons per annum (MTPA) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Kuwait. The agreement, which underscores the growing energy collaboration between the two Arabian Gulf states, was […]
Cappella
Lifestyle

‘Moscow A Cappella’ festival takes centre stage

Musical extravaganza enthrals visitors Moscow has become a musical haven with the grand ‘Moscow A Cappella’ festival, part of the expansive ‘Territory of the Future. Moscow 2030’ and the vibrant ‘Summer in Moscow’ festivities running from August 23 to September 1, 2024. The international vocal festival is captivating audiences across the Russian capital with its […]
Solar
Business UAE

Abu Dhabi to get solar panel manufacturing plant

Arnold Pinto
$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 […]
Relm
Appointments Space

Relm Insurance recruits space economy expert

Company begins MENA operations Relm Insurance, a Hamilton, Bermuda-based speciality insurance provider for emerging and innovative industries, has appointed Dr Francesca Faedi as a senior advisor to enhance its capacity to meet the rising insurance demands of the space industry. Dr Faedi, the Director of Orbital Innovation and a Lecturer on the Space Economy at […]
Capital
Travel

Moscow dazzles with futuristic vision of the Russian capital

Middle East visitors invited to explore Moscow has been transformed into a sprawling spectacle of innovation and entertainment with the launch of the ‘Territory of the Future. Moscow 2030’ festival. Running from August 1 to September 8, 2024, this grand event offers visitors, particularly from the Middle East, a glimpse into the futuristic vision of […]
Star
Gitex

2,000+ startups to make huge impact at Expand North Star 2024

Europe commits to large presence The countdown has begun for Expand North Star 2024, the globe’s premier event for startups and allied investors, slated to take over Dubai Harbour from October 13-16. This year’s edition promises a record-breaking showcase of innovation, with over 2,000 startups exhibiting, with over 400 coming from Europe, including the United […]
Okto
Web 3.0

Okto gets RAK Digital Assets Oasis operational licence

News Editor 2
First Web3 wallet to do so Okto, the innovative self-custodial wallet developed by CoinDCX, has secured an operational licence from RAK Digital Assets Oasis (RAK DAO). This makes Okto the first Web3 wallet in the industry to obtain a pioneering licence from the world’s only free zone featuring common law attributes. The licence affirms Okto’s […]
Outbreak
Health

WHO appeals for $87 million to combat mpox outbreak

News Editor 2
From September 2024 to February 2025 The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an urgent appeal for financial support following the declaration of a global emergency concerning the mpox outbreak. The WHO has called for $87.4 million over the next six months—from September 2024 to February 2025—to boost its efforts in halting and containing the […]
Panel
Finance

Dubai panel: Financially empowered future is key for women

Arnold Pinto
Financial literacy and independence seen vital A distinguished all-women panel gathered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on August 26, 2024, to discuss critical issues surrounding financial literacy and empowerment for women in the Middle East. Organised by APM Capital Limited, a leading financial brokerage company based in Abu Dhabi, the event’s panellists featured experts
Cleaning
Lifestyle

50 ingenious cleaning hacks for a sparkling home

News Editor 2
From keyboard cleaning to cleaning makeup brushes Walking into a cluttered room can be an absolute mood killer. Life’s demands—work, kids, and those irresistible naps—often seem to get in the way of a pristine home. But do not worry! With a bit of ingenuity, cleaning can become much easier and more effective. If you are […]