Education

American University of Ras Al Khaimah to host 8 countries at the Middle East Startup Awards in January 2024

News Desk 03/08/2023

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, August 3, 2023: Innovation-driven technology start-ups and SMEs from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan and Lebanon will vie for recognition at the Middle East Startup Awards (MESA) 2022-23, hosted by the Department of Entrepreneurship and

Tech

Huco Achieves the VMware Partner-Led Customer Success Specialization

News Desk 03/08/2023

Dubai, UAE, 03 August 2023: Huco, a leading hybrid cloud, cloud native and DevOps technology consulting and services firm, today announced it has achieved the VMware Partner-Led Customer Success Specialization (PLCS). Through achievement of the VMware Partner-Led Customer Success specialization, Huco can now help customers accelerate their time to value for VMware

Tech Business

OPSWAT and Starlink Partner to Strengthen Cybersecurity Defenses for MEA’S Critical Infrastructure

News Desk 03/08/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — August 03, 2023 — OPSWAT, a global leader in Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) cybersecurity solutions, today announced a partnership with value-added distributor (VAD) Starlink, an Infinigate Group company and a regional leader in the delivery of market-leading cyber and cloud solutions. Covering the Middle East and Africa (MEA)

Business NEWS DESK

DUBAL Holding and Oriental Copper

News Desk 03/08/2023

DUBAL Holding, the investment arm of Dubai Government in the commodities, mining, power, energy, and industrial sectors, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Oriental Copper Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of high conductivity copper products in Thailand, to manufacture high-quality copper products in the UAE. The MoU was signed by Ahmad Hamad Bin Fahad, […]

Tech GCC Saudi Arabia

SANS Institute to Empower Saudi Enterprises with SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders Training Course

News Desk 03/08/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 032023 – SANS Institute, the global leader in cyber security training and certifications, announced its upcoming training program SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders 2023, to be held from August 20 – 24, 2023, at the JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh. In an increasingly complex threat landscape, this intensive course is designed to empower […]

Food & Beverage

Torno Subito is Hosting A One-Day-Only Fiesta with the Ferragosto Special Menu

News Desk 03/08/2023

Dubai, UAE – August 2023: Torno Subito, known for its authentic Italian flavors and warm ambiance, is thrilled to unveil an unforgettable celebration of Ferragosto with a delectable special set menu. On August 15, the Michelin Star restaurant located in W Dubai – The Palm is toasting to the annual festivity with a special one-day-only […]

Business Aviation GCC UAE

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) H1 2023 revenue up 15%

Arnold Pinto 03/08/2023

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has reported that its revenue has increased by 15%; while profit before tax increased by 13% for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The Dubai headquartered aviation services corporation disclosed its latest financial results on August 2, 2023. Firoz Tarapore, CEO of DAE, said: “Our first half 2023 results demonstrate the […]

Space

Voyager Space and Airbus in new partnership to build commercial space station

Arnold Pinto 03/08/2023

Voyager Space, a US-based global leader in space exploration, and Airbus Defence and Space (Airbus), the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, have signed a joint venture agreement to develop, build, and operate Starlab, a commercial space station planned to succeed the International Space Station. The partnership will bring together world-class leaders in the

Automotive Video

Toyota excites with world premiere of all-new 2024 Land Cruiser

Arnold Pinto 02/08/2023

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) unveiled the all-new 2024 Land Cruiser “250” Series and the all-new Land Cruiser “70” Series to the world on August 2, 2023. Simon Humphries, Member of the Board of Directors, Operating Officer, Senior General Manager of Design Field, and Chief Branding Officer of Toyota, made the live presentation of the all-new

Travel GCC Lifestyle UAE

Etihad Airways will fly from Abu Dhabi to Boston from March 31, 2024

Arnold Pinto 02/08/2023

Etihad Airways will launch four weekly flights from Abu Dhabi to Boston in the United States from March 31, 2024. Boston will be Etihad Airways’ fourth US gateway from the UAE capital, in addition to Chicago, New York, and Washington. The airline will operate its flights to Boston on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, utilising […]

Business

Airalo, World’s Largest eSIM Marketplace, Raises $60 Million in Series B Financing

Middle East News 247 02/08/2023

Airalo, the pioneering eSIM marketplace revolutionizing global connectivity, announced today the successful completion of its Series B financing round, raising an impressive $60 million. Led by e& capital, the investment arm of e&, the global technology group, this brings Airalo’s total funding to $67.3 million. Antler Elevate, Liberty Global, Orange,

Food & Beverage

Discover the Thrill of Quiz Nights this August at Strand Craft Kitchen

News Desk 02/08/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Get ready for an evening of fun and excitement as Strand Craft Kitchen presents its Quiz Night on August 11th. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable experience filled with brain-teasing questions, chances to win prizes, and mouth-watering food. The Strand Craft Kitchen Quiz Night is set to kick off […]

Hospitality

HILTON’S ‘GREEN RAMADAN’ CAMPAIGN

News Desk 02/08/2023

Hilton today unveiled the results of its Green Ramadan campaign. A global first for Hilton in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, the collaboration combined Hilton’s Travel with Purpose strategy and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) West Asia’s ‘Recipe of Change’ Sustainable Ramadan campaign with Winnow’s artificial intelligence technology, allowing for

Business

Student enrolments in the GCC to grow by 1.1 million in the next five years, says Alpen Capital

News Desk 02/08/2023

Dubai – August 2nd 2023: Alpen Capital’s latest education industry report projects the total number of students in the GCC to increase by 1.1 million and reach 14.2 million by 2027. During the forecast period, K-12 enrolments in the region are expected to grow at a CAGR of 1.5% to reach 11.7 million by 2027. […]

Business

Middle East Region Champions Healthy Buildings, Leads 24-Fold Increase in WELL Adoption

Middle East News 247 02/08/2023

The Middle East region is leading the charge in driving growth and adoption of the WELL Building Standard (WELL) globally with a 24-fold increase in WELL adoption over the last 19 months, a feat announced today by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), the global authority for driving market transformation toward healthy buildings, organizations and […]

Aviation

DC Aviation Al-Futtaim conducts 60-month check of Bombardier aircraft

Arnold Pinto 02/08/2023

DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF) – the business aviation services partnership between Dubai-based Al-Futtaim Group and Stuttgart-based DC Aviation Group – has completed its first 60-month heavy maintenance check of a Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft. The privately owned aircraft underwent its first heavy maintenance check at DCAF’s hangar located at Dubai’s Al

Real Estate

Al Habtoor Tower sets new luxury benchmark to contribute to growth of Dubai’s luxury property market

News Desk 02/08/2023

UAE, August 02, 2023 Al Habtoor Group, a leading conglomerate in the United Arab Emirates, has raised the benchmark for luxury and comfort through a diverse array of world-class amenities and services to be offered at recently launched, state-of-the-art Al Habtoor Tower. The tower is a prime luxury project owing to its location in one […]

Real Estate GCC Qatar

Cityscape Qatar Returns on October 24-26, 2023

News Desk 02/08/2023

Cityscape Qatar returns for its 11th edition on October 24-26 at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister, and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar. Co-located alongside INDEX Design Qatar and The Big 5 Construct

Business NEWS DESK

The new McLaren 750S Spectrum Theme by MSO

News Desk 02/08/2023

McLaren Automotive announces that the Spectrum Theme – a stunning new multi-tone paint finish developed and applied by world-class paint technicians at McLaren Special Operations (MSO), McLaren’s in-house bespoke personalisation service – will be offered exclusively on the new 750S, McLaren’s lightest and most powerful series-production supercar. Perfecting the Spectrum

Tech

Why Choose the HONOR Pad X9 as Your Go-To Entertainment Companion this Summer?

News Desk 02/08/2023

As we find ourselves amid summer, the desire to buy an entertainment device that satisfies all your leisure requirements grows with each passing day. Such a device would provide you with reliable means to comfortably consume content, read while on the move, or unwind on your couch while indulging in uninterrupted gaming sessions. If you […]