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Showroom
Automotive UAE

New Exeed showroom opens in Ras Al Khaimah City

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In partnership with Al Ghurair Motors Exeed, the premium automotive brand under China’s Chery Automotive Group, has unveiled its first showroom in Ras Al Khaimah emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This marks the brand’s fourth showroom in the Arabian Gulf nation, operated with its UAE dealer, Al Ghurair Motors. The new showroom on […]
MNOs
Business Tech

MNOs invest 85% in global mobile internet infrastructure

GSMA report finds According to a new report by the GSMA and Kearney, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are the primary investors in global mobile internet connectivity infrastructure, contributing 85% of the total annual investment. This substantial investment underscores MNOs’ pivotal role in supporting digital economies worldwide. Key findings of the report John
Lite
Gadgets Lifestyle

Yango Group launches Yasmina Lite smart speaker in UAE

Smallest and brightest in brand’s line-up Yango Group, a global technology powerhouse, has launched its latest smart speaker innovation, the Yasmina Lite, in the UAE market. This compact yet powerful speaker is the smallest device in the Yasmina range, designed to bring a new level of intelligence and personality to households. Available in three vibrant […]
Passports
Travel

Is yours among the 15 most powerful passports in 2025?

Arnold Pinto
Singapore tops the global ranking In a world where global mobility is essential for work, study, and leisure, a strong passport facilitates travel, lowers costs, and provides greater access to international opportunities. For many, the value of a passport is measured by the number of countries a holder can visit without the need for a […]
Vespia
Business

Vespia and Mastercard partner to speed up merchant onboarding

Arnold Pinto
Including in the Middle East Vespia, an Estonian business verification (KYB) solution and Mastercard have partnered to revolutionise the merchant onboarding process. The collaboration will enable businesses in financial sectors across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), Europe, the Middle East, Africa (EEMEA), and Asia-Pacific (AP) regions to onboard merchants up to 90%
Azerra
Aviation Energy Sustainability

Azzera adds new ReFuelEU module to CELESTE platform to simplify compliance

Arnold Pinto
To comply with EU mandate Sustainability solutions provider Azzera has unveiled a powerful new module to help business and commercial aviation operators comply with the European Union’s (EU) ReFuelEU mandate. This latest addition to Azzera’s CELESTE platform strengthens the company’s commitment to simplifying emissions management and sustainability compliance,
Scorpion
Automotive

Pirelli presents the new Scorpion MX32 Mid Soft tyre

For professional riders and motocross enthusiasts Pirelli has unveiled its latest off-road innovation, the Scorpion MX32 Mid Soft, a tyre that promises to enhance performance for professional riders and motocross enthusiasts. The new product, part of Pirelli’s renowned SCORPION family, represents a significant leap forward, building on the brand’s legacy of success
Sample
Space

NASA unveils new approach to Mars Sample Return Programme

Arnold Pinto
Involving 2 two landing architectures NASA has unveiled a new strategy for its Mars Sample Return Programme. The US space agency will pursue two landing architectures concurrently to increase the likelihood of successfully returning the first Martian rock and sediment samples to Earth. This will foster competition and innovation while reducing costs and ensuring timely
Reef
Real Estate

Reef Luxury Developments conducts groundbreaking ceremony

For the Reef 1000 project Reef Luxury Developments has officially marked the beginning of its highly anticipated project, Reef 1000, with a ceremonial groundbreaking in the heart of the Dubai Land Residential Complex on February 19, 2025. The milestone ushers in an innovative development redefining Dubai’s luxury living. The project features the world’s first sunk
Eutelsat
Business Space

Eutelsat awards major contract to Airbus

Arnold Pinto
For OneWeb LEO constellation extension Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded a contract by Eutelsat to extend its OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. The agreement marks a new phase in developing OneWeb’s global satellite network, designed to provide high-speed internet access worldwide. Under the contract terms, Airbus will be responsible for
Initiative
Education

Emirates launches ‘Aircrafted Kids’ initiative

To support education in Africa Emirates has distributed over 1,300 handmade children’s backpacks crafted from upcycled aircraft interiors. The initiative, known as ‘Aircrafted Kids by Emirates,’ aims to support education and foster meaningful connections within the communities the Dubai-based airline serves. The distribution commenced in Zambia, Zimbabwe,
GCC
Business

GCC hospitality boom drives modular construction surge

Linq scales capacity to serve demand The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is poised to nearly double its hotel room inventory by 2030, driving a surge in demand for faster, more cost-effective construction methods. Seizing this opportunity, Linq, a Dubai-based sustainable modular solutions provider, has expanded its production capabilities, delivering nearly 1,900
Gasly
Lifestyle Sport

Pierre Gasly is Givenchy Parfums’ first F1 ambassador

Simo Squad played a key role Givenchy Parfums has entered a groundbreaking partnership, with Pierre Gasly becoming the first-ever Formula 1 driver to serve as a global ambassador for a fragrance brand. The collaboration marks a significant milestone, blending the worlds of motorsport and luxury while showcasing the evolving marketing strategies of renowned brands. Gasly,
Neve
Automotive Events

Lamborghini Accademia Neve celebrates 10 years

Of thrills and performance in Livigno A special edition of Lamborghini Accademia Neve has recently concluded, marking a milestone in the luxury sports car brand’s history: 10 years of exceptional driving experiences and unforgettable moments in the stunning Italian Alps. Held in the picturesque town of Livigno, this event attracted international guests from around the […]