News UAE

FAHR, PwC partner to boost national talent development and future readiness

News Editor 21/01/2026

The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources has entered into a strategic partnership with PwC to roll out a knowledge transfer programme across the federal government, aimed at accelerating national talent development and strengthening future readiness. The collaboration was formalised

Logistics

AD Ports Group sells key logistics park to Mair Group in $80m deal

Miguel Hadchity 21/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — AD Ports Group has announced the sale of KEZAD Logistics Park – KLP Free Zone 3 to Mair Group for a total value of AED 295 million ($80.3 million). According to the Emirates News Agency, the transaction includes the sale of warehouse assets and a land […]

Banking UAE

ADIB pioneers Open Finance rollout among Islamic banks in the UAE

Maria Rabbani 20/01/2026

Photo Credit: Zawya Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank) has introduced Open Finance, becoming the first Islamic bank in the country to operationalise the model under the UAE’s national Open Finance framework. The rollout supports the Central Bank of the UAE’s AlTareq initiative, which is designed to modernise the financial sector by enabling […]

News UAE

EDGE and Barzan Holdings to form strategic defence joint venture in Qatar

News Editor 20/01/2026

UAE-based EDGE Group and Qatar’s Barzan Holdings have signed an agreement to establish a strategic joint venture aimed at the joint development of advanced defence technologies, strengthening long-term industrial cooperation between the two countries. The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony held on the sidelines of DIMDEX 2026, which opened this week in

News UAE

Calidus unveils next-generation defence systems at UMEX and SimTEX 2026

News Editor 20/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM Calidus Holding Group has showcased a range of newly developed defence systems for the first time during its participation in the seventh edition of UMEX and SimTEX 2026. The UAE-based defence and manufacturing group presented advanced vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aircraft designed for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance

Defence & Security UAE

Sharjah hosts 44th Police Shooting Championship

News Editor 20/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM SHARJAH The 44th Police Shooting Championship has officially begun in Sharjah, bringing together law enforcement marksmen from across the UAE and abroad. Organised by the Police Sports Association under the Ministry of Interior, the competition will run until January 29. The championship is being hosted by Sharjah Police at the shooting ranges […]

Energy

ADNOC Gas inks major LNG supply deal with India’s HPCL during presidential visit

Miguel Hadchity 20/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — ADNOC Gas plc has signed a landmark long-term sales and purchase agreement valued between $2.5 and $3 billion with India’s Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited. The ten-year pact, which converts a previously announced Heads of Agreement, covers the annual supply of 0.5 million tonnes of liquefied natural […]

News UAE

Dubai pilots pooled SUV school transport to ease congestion

News Editor 19/01/2026

Dubai has launched a pilot school transport pooling service aimed at reducing traffic congestion, lowering costs, cutting travel times, and shrinking carbon emissions during peak school hours. The initiative, rolled out last week by Roads and Transport Authority in partnership with Yango Group and Urban Express, introduces shared SUV transport for students travelling to

Aviation News UAE

GCAA rolls out second phase of F.O.C.U.S. aviation platform

News Editor 19/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM The General Civil Aviation Authority has launched the second phase of its Flight Operations Centralised Unified System, known as F.O.C.U.S., introducing a live display and monitoring platform that strengthens coordination across the UAE’s aviation network. The new phase follows the earlier launch of the platform’s dedicated website and forms part of […]

Events

World of Coffee Dubai 2026 launches as largest edition, secures key global partnership

Miguel Hadchity 19/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The fifth edition of World of Coffee Dubai officially opened at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Sunday, marking its largest and most globally diverse event to date. Organized by DXB LIVE in collaboration with the Specialty Coffee Association, the event features over 2,100 exhibiting companies […]

Health UAE

Abu Dhabi launches blood test to detect multiple cancers early

News Editor 19/01/2026

Abu Dhabi has introduced a new blood-based cancer screening test that can detect more than 70 types of cancer at an early stage, even before symptoms appear, marking a significant step forward in preventive healthcare. The non-invasive test, Trucheck™ intelli, has been launched by Burjeel Hospitals and is designed for asymptomatic individuals, particularly those aged […]

News UAE

Abu Dhabi University inaugurates UAE’s first research-driven 3D concrete printed chamber

News Editor 16/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi, January 16, 2026: Abu Dhabi University has inaugurated a research-driven 3D concrete printed instrumented research chamber, marking a first-of-its-kind, full-scale facility developed entirely within an academic setting in the UAE. Unveiled at the university’s Innovation Center and 3D Concrete Printing Research Lab, the facility is designed to

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Parkin issues fraud alert, urges customers to stay vigilant

News Editor 16/01/2026

Image Credit : Parkin Parkin has issued a public warning after reports of fraudsters impersonating the company and attempting to deceive customers through fake messages and links. In a statement shared on social media, Parkin clarified that all official SMS communications are sent only from the short code 7275. Customers have been urged not to […]

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Crypto UAE

Crypto Regulations in UAE Explained Simply

Seif Kamel 16/01/2026

The UAE; leading virtual assets The UAE is among the leading countries around the world that have adopted virtual assets in general. Around one third of the residents living in the UAE possess some sort of virtual assets. Interestingly, the UAE has the highest number of crypto owners per individual all over the globe.  The […]

Transport

Dubai Metro’s Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall station to undergo major capacity expansion

Miguel Hadchity 16/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has entered into an agreement with Emaar Properties to significantly expand the Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station. According to the Emirates News Agency, the project is a direct response to sustained ridership growth and aims to accommodate large crowds during major […]

Energy UAE

The Launch of Al Sila Veterinary and Agricultural Services Centre by ADAFSA

Maria Rabbani 15/01/2026

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) initiated the Al Sila Veterinary and Agricultural Services Centre on 13th January. This action is in line with ADAFSA’s goal and mission of developing an ecosystem where farmers and livestock breeders will have high-quality and high-standard services, and animal health will also improve altogether in Al […]

News UAE

Kuwait introduces multiple-trip exit permits for expatriate workers in digital overhaul

News Editor 15/01/2026

Kuwait has rolled out a new multiple-trip exit permit service for expatriate workers, marking a major step in the country’s efforts to digitise labour services and streamline administrative procedures. The initiative was launched by the Public Authority for Manpower, allowing expatriate workers to obtain exit permits that cover multiple departures and re-entries within a

Finance

UAE unveils landmark company law reforms to fuel investment and business dynamism

Miguel Hadchity 15/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The United Arab Emirates has embarked on a transformative new phase in its commercial legislation, introducing sweeping amendments designed to solidify its status as a premier global hub for business and investment. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, minister of economy and tourism, detailed the historic reforms, […]

GCC Travel

GCC Unified Visa: What it means for Tourists and Residents

Seif Kamel 14/01/2026

The direct and apparent advantage of the GCC Unified Visa is to facilitate travel and touristic activities for the residents of the GCC countries.  On one hand, tourists, coming from outside the Arabian Gulf, get the advantage of visiting two or three countries with the same visa. GCC residents, on the other hand, will benefit […]

News Transport UAE

UAE traffic alert: Multi-vehicle crash causes heavy delays on Sheikh Zayed Road near Global Village

News Editor 14/01/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Commuters across Dubai and Sharjah faced major disruptions during the morning rush hour on Wednesday after multiple traffic incidents caused severe congestion on key arterial roads. Major accident on Sheikh Zayed Road The most significant delays were reported on Sheikh Zayed Road, where a multi-vehicle collision brought traffic to a […]