The hospitality market in Abu Dhabi registered a 5% increase in occupancy levels in the first quarter of 2018, according to JLL’s Q1 2018 Real Estate Market Overview Report. According to the Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority, the number of guests staying at hotels in the emirate earlier this year rose by 15%  (compared […]

Two more Championship matches including the Raw Tag Team Championship match: Matt Hardy™ and Bray Wyatt™  vs. Sheamus™  and Cesaro™, and the United States Championship match: Jeff Hardy™ vs. Jinder Mahal™ with Sunil Singh™, will take place at the Greatest Royal Rumble event at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Friday, April […]

Having already established its credentials as the ‘go to’ portal for the travel industry and gaining a B2B portfolio of over 500 clients, Tripmakers is now expanding its agenda to address the demands and priorities of the travelling public. Be it for business or pleasure, the regional online site (or portal) will soon be the […]

Today, Marriott International announced it will introduce one set of unified benefits across Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) for its members in August 2018. This will create an incredibly rich hospitality loyalty program in which members will earn more points faster than under the prior programs — on average 20% […]

With less than three weeks to go until the world’s leading authorities on internal auditing gather in Dubai for The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Conference — from May 6 to 9 — the event’s key note speakers have been announced. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, the 28th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, ADIBF, will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, ADNEC, from 25th April to 1st May, […]

 His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, has launched an interactive Environmental Geographic Information System (GIS) that provides access to baseline geospatial database of environmentally-significant locations. The Environmental GIS has three main products: GeoEnvAE smart application for smart phones and tablets – compatible with Google’s Android and Apple’s […]

Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis, The Palm will make a splash in April 2018 with the launch of a brand-new children’s area called ‘Splashers Island.’  Located next to the current children’s area ‘Splashers Mountain’, and at almost three times the current footprint, the new addition, suitable for families with children 1.20m and below, will feature 20 […]

Union Insurance Company, a leading provider of innovative customer-focused insurance solutions to individuals and corporations in the region, has launched a new user-friendly mobile application that offers various dynamic services and functionalities at a touch of a button. Entitled “Union Insurance” on Apple Store and Google Play, the new application is characterized by its practical, […]

IMKAN, a globally reputed property developer renowned for creating soulful places that enrich people’s lives, has reported significant progress across its portfolio of domestic and international residential and mixed-use developments. Works have begun on its Makers District, Nudra, and Sheikha Fatima Park projects in Abu Dhabi and Alburouj in Cairo, Egypt. Walid El-Hindi, Chief Executive […]

Google announced today the launch of ‘Maharat min Google’, a free digital skills-building program in Arabic, in an effort to help people in MENA find jobs, advance their careers or grow their businesses. Based on a blended learning model, ‘Maharat min Google’ provides free courses, tools, and in-person digital skills training to students, educators, job […]

Calling all adrenaline junkies!  If you have already experienced the action-packed Aventura Park during the day, why not make the most of the cooler nights and enjoy an exhilarating zip-line in the Ghaf tree-lined forest in Mushrif Park after dark? At Aventura Parks, you can test your mental and physical agility whilst having fun in […]

Between January and March of 2018, over 51,000 new job opportunities were announced on Bayt.com – the Middle East’s largest job site – indicating a positive state for the region’s job market. In fact, a 58% increase in job announcements on Bayt.com has been recorded in comparison to the first quarter of 2017. The surge […]

Two Boeing 747s transport much-needed relief material to Bangladesh  Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered further airlifts of relief material to Rohingya refugees. Two Boeing 747 jumbo jets transported over 198 metric tons of urgently needed aid, valued at […]

The introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the UAE has served an opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to review their processes and identify opportunities to streamline operations. “VAT in the UAE was introduced to boost the development of the economy. However, SMEs in the country have also been able to introduce governance […]

With the upcoming football season, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, has launched an exhilarating draw for all sports fanatics in the UAE. The leading telco is offering football lovers an unprecedented opportunity to test their skills with football legends Carles Puyol and Roberto Carlos at the Dubai Ice Rink, which will be turned into […]

New York University has received a grant from the Henry Luce Foundation for a three-year project entitled “Port Cities Environments in Global Asia,” which is a collaborative research and education initiative involving NYU faculty in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai. “Asian Studies is no longer defined only by regionally specific research,” says David Ludden, […]

Attracting new investment and trade opportunities from the Chinese market will be the central focus of a new roadshow to be hosted by Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) in the Shenzhen province, China. Held between 17th and 20th of April, the event will aim to showcase to the Chinese community the growing business prospects available […]

Defending DP World Tour Championship winner Jon Rahm made a move into the top five of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after delighting his home crowd with victory at the Open de España. The 23 year old, who becomes the sixth Spanish player to win the event, started the final day two shots behind […]

Etihad Museum, an entity managed by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) — the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage — is inviting the public to honour the UAE Armed Forces in a memorable way by signing its ‘Thank You Wall’, which is part of the museum’s current ‘Protectors of the Nation: Sacrifice and […]

Leading Belgian firm, Duval Union Consulting, has today announced its expansion into the Middle East with the establishment of a new hub in Dubai. Building on its strong presence across Europe, the move represents a significant investment into the region for the business. The announcement comes as Duval Union Consulting reveals its plans for growth, […]

UBM EMEA, the organiser of the leading global pharmaceutical exhibition CPhI, has announced the Middle East and Africa edition will make its regional debut in the UAE capital at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 3-5 September 2018. CPhI Middle East & Africa is the region’s leading platform that brings together pharma ingredients, product manufacturers, […]

Saudi-based hospitality and entertainment group Al Hokair has chalked out aggressive plans for expansion of MENA Hotels & Resorts across the Middle East that will be unveiled during the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. Confirming the group’s presence at the show from 22 to 25 April 2018, Mr Sami Al Hokair, Managing Director Al Hokair […]

The Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) will open its doors to the public on the 18thof April 2018 following highly anticipated international interest. PCFC Hotels – part of the Dubai government’s Ports, Customs and Free Zones Corporation – has reinvented the legendary vessel as the latest must-see tourism destination, in a city renowned for its world-class […]

Aldar Properties PJSC (“Aldar”), announces the launch of a new AED10 billion masterplan that will incorporate and greatly enhance one of its already established destinations – Alghadeer, which sits close to the border of Abu Dhabi and Dubai within its Seih Al Sdeirah landbank. Alghadeer masterplan consists of 14,408 units, including villas, townhouses, and maisonettes. […]

Hilton will be heading to this year’s Arabian Hotel International Conference (AHIC) in Ras al Khaimah with an expansion plan for the region, which the company expects will see it triple to over 120 hotels in the coming years.Having pioneered the presence of international brands in the Middle East with the opening of Hilton Abu Dhabi nearly […]

GMC is upgrading the 2018 Acadia offerings in the Middle East with the All-Terrain trim now available on both the SLE and SLT models of the premium crossover. Available with five-, six- and seven-passenger seating configurations, the 2018 Acadia is designed to offer great versatility, more refinement and advanced safety technologies, while featuring an efficient […]

Address Residences Jumeirah Resort + Spa, an iconic development strategically located on the last available plot to be built on Jumeirah Beach Walk skyline, is offering the opportunity for discerning customers to be part of the vibrant destination with the launch of its second phase. The launch follows the overwhelming customer response to the first […]

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), the leading technology provider to the global travel industry, has released the Sabre Labs 2018 Emerging Technology Report, its latest technology forecast focused on evolving technologies and trends that will impact travel over the next decade. The 2018 report evaluates automation, authenticity and blockchain as three major areas for consideration. “Increasingly, […]

dubizzle Property, the UAE’s biggest and most visited Property platform, reveals its annual Abu Dhabi Property report, comparing price trends from Q1 2017 to Q1 2018. The report reveals a softening in property prices across the capital, providing tenants and investors with more negotiating power. With over 90,000 daily visits and around 200,000 live listings […]

ENBD REIT (CEIC) Limited (“ENBD REIT”), the Shari’a compliant real estate investment trust managed by Emirates NBD Asset Management Limited (the “Fund Manager”), has announced that it has applied the Internet-of-Things (“IoT”), machine learning and Artificial Intelligence (“AI”), in partnership with EP&T Global, to deliver energy savings at Al Thuraya Tower 1, its office building in Dubai […]

 Fidelis Cybersecurity®, the leader in automated detection and response, today announced its participation in GISEC 2018, to be held at Dubai World Trade Center, May 01-03. Building on the capabilities of Fidelis Elevate™, an automated detection and response (ADR) solution, that was launched in the Middle East at GITEX 2017, Fidelis Cybersecurity (Stand B4) will demonstrate […]

Real Madrid will take on Dutch club PSV Eindhoven in Tuesday’s semi-final of the 8th Hamdan Bin Mohammed U16 International Football Championship after finishing at the top of the Group B. Virtually assured of a place in the last-four following a 4-0 win over Shabab Al Ahli Dubai and then a 2-0 triumph over Al Nasr in their […]

Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices, has announced Majid Al Futtaim and Jotun, both EmiratesGBC members, as sponsorship partners of the 2018 MENA Green Building Awards. Majid Al Futtaim is the Platinum Sponsor and Jotun is the Gold Sponsor of the […]

Interior design innovation will drive the UAE’s USD 820 billion construction pipeline, and transform visitor and resident experiences, industry experts announced today ahead of Cityscape Abu Dhabi, running from 17-19 April. Boosted by mega-projects such as Expo 2020 Dubai, and a steady stream of homes, offices, and mixed-use developments, a recent report by MEED shows that the UAE […]

Al-Futtaim Honda, exclusive distributor of Honda cars, bikes, marine engines and power products in the UAE, has announced that the Honda Jazz, Accord and CR-V has won top honours at two leading automotive award functions. The recently launched Jazz won Best Compact car award at the annual Wheels Car of the Year awards while the […]

Emirates is offering special early bird fares for UAE travellers to destinations within its global network. Travellers who book in advance can enjoy special fares starting today until 30 April 2018 and applies to select travel periods. Economy Class passengers can enjoy fares to the Middle East starting from AED 795, to Europe starting at […]

InfoFort, an Aramex company and a leading information management solution provider in the Middle East and Africa, was awarded the Dubai Chamber CSR Label for the fifth consecutive year. The initiative established by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry aims to encourage and honour outstanding companies for their CSR and sustainability efforts. InfoFort was recognized […]

A library named after the founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, was opened today by Sheikha Khawla bint Ahmed Khalifa Al Suwaidi, wife of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Adviser, at the Family Development Foundation’s Abu Dhabi Gate Centre. The Zayed Humanitarian Library was launched under the […]

BYHOURS, the hotel booking online platform and mobile-app which allows users to book hotel rooms in city centres and travel hotspots in sets of three, six, and twelve hour time-slots, is launching in the MENA region today. BYHOURS is the first and only international online booking platform and app that offers micro-stays in more than […]

Leading international law firm Baker McKenzie has been voted “Middle East Financial Services M&A Legal Adviser of the Year” at Mergermarket‘s Middle Eastern M&A Awards 2018 in Dubai on 9 April 2018. Now on its third year, the awards hosted by Mergermarket, a leading news and intelligence service for mergers and acquisitions, recognised the top […]

Senior government officials, industry leaders, policymakers, scientists, academics and investors in sustainable business are set to participate in the Green Business Summit 2018 as primary keynote speakers. Organised by The Economist Events, part of the global English-language weekly newspaper,  the first-of-its-kind Summit will be held on Tuesday, 17th April in Abu Dhabi, marking the Middle East and […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), the holistic science-focused business community, held its fifth annual Career Fair for university students and industry-led professionals at its Laboratory Complex. The one-day event drew the participation of leading businesses from the life-science, energy and environment sectors, including BASF, a chemical company, Firmenich and Eurofragrance, both fragrance and flavour majors, as […]

This month, Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, will be launching its new flagship community in Dubai, Tilal Al Ghaf, offering community living crafted around people. With a vision to create ‘great moments for everyone, everyday’ at the heart of life, Tilal Al Ghaf is a […]

Meraas and Caesars Entertainment Corporation (Nasdaq: CZR), one of the world’s most innovative hospitality and entertainment companies, plan to bring two luxury hotels, a conference centre and a beach club to Bluewaters. Bluewaters is the modern, family-oriented destination that is located on a manmade island off the coast of Jumeirah Beach Residence. The plans emphasize Meraas’ relentless efforts […]

in5, an enabling platform for students, start-ups and entrepreneurs, hosted the third edition of droidcon Dubai, a leading Android developer conference in the region. Held at in5 Tech in Dubai Internet City, the two-day event drew the participation of over 300 tech enthusiasts keen to discuss the latest Android trends. Held in over 27 cities […]

Jumeirah Golf Estates (JGE) is set to honour Sheikh Zayed’s vison of sustainable development through an extensive tree planting programme. As part of the UAE’s Year of Zayed celebrations across the country, JGE will be plantingover 200ghaftrees, the national tree of the UAE,acrossitstwo internationally-acclaimed championship golf courses. A ceremony to celebrate the planning of the […]

The winners of the Top CEO Awards 2018 have been announced following the successful conclusion of the “Top CEO Conference and Awards,” which took place under the “Paradigm Shift” theme at King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia, on April 10th and 11th. The event saw business leaders and more than 56 expert speakers from across […]

The steaming CR Flamengo juggernaut is through to the semi-finals of the 8th Hamdan Bin Mohammed U16 International Football Championship with three emphatic wins in the group stage. Opening their Group A campaign with a 5-1 win over Al Wasl at the Dubai Police Officers’ Club on Tuesday, the Brazil U16 champions stepped it up in their second […]

The addition of new stock, tough macroeconomic conditions and moderate population growth are set to place further pressure on property sales prices and rental rates in Dubai, according to the latest Observer: Dubai Q1 2018 report from leading international property company Chestertons MENA. Overall sales prices for apartments and villas softened by 5% quarter-on-quarter, denoting […]

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and Sharjah Environment Company, Bee’ah, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote more cooperation towards achieving the indicators of the UAE Vision 2021 National Agenda, pertaining to the environmental and green growth targets. The MoU was signed by His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, […]

Golden Sands Hotel Apartments, part of A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises and pioneered the concept of hotel apartments in the region, will make a strong presence in this year’s Arabian Travel Market, as part of its strategy to position the brand as a market leader in the hospitality industry. Despite a challenging time, the team of […]

The BMW Group has achieved its best ever first-quarter sales with a total of 604,629 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles delivered to customers, an increase of 3.0% on last year and the first time the company has sold over 600,000 vehicles this early in the year. March 2018 was the company’s best-ever single month for […]

Epson, a leader in point-of-sale (POS) system devices for three decades, will showcase its innovative receipt printers, fiscal printers and mobile printing solutions at the Seamless Retail Show 2018, taking place from April 15-16 at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Epson will display various solutions including Intelligent POS terminals, mobile POS printing as well […]

The Avaya Happiness Index on Blockchain, developed in the UAE and showcased at GITEX 2017, was voted a Gold Winner for innovation at the 31st Edison Award™ in New York City. The distinguished awards, inspired by Thomas Edison’s persistence and inventiveness, recognize innovation, creativity and ingenuity in the global economy. The Avaya Happiness Index on […]

Mint Middle East (MME) on Sunday signed licensing agreements with Interac Corp. (Interac), Canada’s domestic debit network, granting MME exclusive rights in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The licensing agreements will help MME to deliver a secure and cost-effective contactless point-of-sale solution in the UAE for domestic debit transactions, as well as provide documentation and […]

As a part of their 18th year anniversary, Dubai International Hotel is delighted to announce the launch of its first ever membership rewards system ‘DIH Rewards’, offering members a chance to benefit from booking at the hotel. The 530-room luxury hotel is located within one of the world’s busiest airports – Dubai International (Terminal 3) and plays […]

Did you know there is now a smartphone that helps you capture photography masterpieces you never knew were possible with a smartphone camera? The HUAWEI P20 Pro is an enormous leap forward in smartphone photography. Already recognized as a ‘game changer’ globally, the HUAWEI P 20 Pro is a photographer’s dream camera packed in a […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has revealed that real estate transactions in Dubai for the first three months of 2018 (Q1 2018) totalled AED 58 billion through 13,759 transactions. His Excellency Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, commented: “The Dubai real estate market continues to show continuous growth, driven by general optimism and confidence […]

The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA)interacted with some of the publishing world’s most influential figures during its first standalone participation at the London Book Fair, resulting in potential international partnerships and business opportunities. Leading the EPA delegation at the association’s debut stand, Executive Director, Rashid Al Kous, stressed the importance for Emirati publishers to be part […]

The Arab Thought Foundation has concluded its annual conference FIKR16 titled “Stabilization Challenges amidst Regional Turmoil” held in Dubai, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai. The three-day conference was concluded with a session titled “Towards a New Arab […]

Artists and galleries from all over the world are Dubai-bound this month for the fourth edition of World Art Dubai – the Middle East’s only regional affordable art fair. The flagship event of Dubai Art Season, this year will see an assortment of up-and-coming artists and galleries from five continents and 25 countries flying into […]

Culminating its third season, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) hosts the Middle East premiere of Noura this May, a production directed by newly appointed NYUAD Associate Arts Professor Joanna Settle.  This groundbreaking production of Heather Raffo’s thought-provoking play received broad acclaim in its recent world premiere produced by Washington DC’s Shakespeare Theater Company, in […]

As part of its community service commitments, DP World, UAE Region is partnering with Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital’s volunteer programme, becoming the first UAE based organisation to do so. Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital is the first dedicated children’s hospital set up in the UAE, created under the directive of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin […]

The Women’s Entrepreneurship Day (WED) organization has announced Moza Saeed Bin Ahmed Al Otaiba, Founder & CEO of Al OtaibaInmaa Group, to be WED Ambassador representing the United Arab Emirates. Al Otaibawill work in coordination with Sara Al Ayed, WED MENA Regional Ambassador, as part of the WEDO global strategy set by Women’s Entrepreneurship Day […]

High school graduates considering Zayed University as a higher Education pathway, came to learn a sidestep option to avoid visiting the Students Admissions office to complete registration requirements. This came during the 30th annual the 2018 Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX), which ran from April 12 to 14 at the Dubai World Trade Center, […]

The Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) is taking part in the Alimentaria 2018 Exhibition, the international business event geared towards professionals in the food, drinks and gastronomy industry, being held from April 16-19 at the Gran Via Venue – Barcelona. DAFZA will be showcasing its wide range of services and offerings in the Halal sector, […]

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah honoured Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) last night at the 12th edition of the SAQR Awards.  The award ceremony, organized by the Sheikh Saqr Program for Government Excellence, saw RAKTDA take first place amongst government entities […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a series of three Best Practice Sharing Sessions at its premises which highlighted a variety of best practices in the areas of employee welfare, waste management, environmental education, Emiratisation, and social inclusion of persons with disabilities, among several other important matters. The event, held at the […]

This week, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) confirmed that the Emirate will host to the Grand Final of the European Tour Challenge Tour season at the end of October, marking a significant milestone for golf in the UAE.  ‘The Road to Ras Al Khaimah’ is part of RAKTDA’s strategy to grow sports, adventure […]

Town Square Dubai by Nshama has unveiled an elegant townhouse community that assures home-owners the ‘live life at your price’ value proposition delivered by the trendy neighbourhood. The new Naseem townhouses have been launched to strong investor response following the significant market demand for the affordable homes in Town Square Dubai. Naseem homes are set […]

There is so much fun to be had at the Dubai Festival City Mall’s outdoor arena as Al-Futtaim Toyota is inviting all off-road thrill-seekers to a weekend of fun and adrenaline-pumping activities from April 12 to 14th, 2018. Off-roaders can test any of the capable line-up of Toyota SUVs, choosing between top of the line […]

Leading food and beverage distributor Alyasra Foods has been awarded the Best Foodservice Distributor in the Middle East at the MEA Markets Business Awards 2017. Alyasra Foods, a trusted name in the FMCG and foodservice industry since its formation in 1989, saw off some stiff competition from around the region for the prestigious award. Alyasra […]

 Real Madrid and CR Flamengo have sent out a warning to their rivals in the 8th Hamdan Bin Mohammed U16 International Football Championship with emphatic wins in their opening matches at the Dubai Police Officers’ Club. Madrid, making their third appearance in the tournament after finishing runners-up in 2015 and third in the following year, opened their […]

Copthorne Hotel Dubai, the popular hotel in Deira, recently hosted a group of travel agents, tour operators and journalists from Vietnam visiting the UAE on a three-day familiarization trip. In collaboration with Rida International Tourism & Travel, a leading Destination Management Company in the Gulf, agents from Deks Air Vietnam Travel & Tours, Atoz Travel, Ido […]

Etisalat, Singtel, SoftBank and Telefónica today signed an agreement to create the first Global Telco Security Alliance to offer enterprises a comprehensive portfolio of cyber security services. The alliance will be one of the world’s biggest cyber security providers, with more than 1.2 billion customers in over 60 countries across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle […]

SriLankan Airlines, the National Carrier of Sri Lanka and a member of the oneworld alliance, reaffirming the global appeal and innovativeness of its marketing communication endeavors yet again, won three awards at Golden City Gate Awards 2018 at ITB Berlin, the world’s largest tourism trade fair. The 18th edition of the awards saw a jury […]

The 2nd Annual Heritage Conference was inaugurated Under the Patronage of H.E Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, President of Zayed University yesterday (April 11) at Zayed University Dubai Campus and resumes today (April 12). The major two-day event, titled ‘Dubai Historical Documents Conference’ was organized by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at […]

Artists and galleries from all over the world are Dubai-bound this month for the fourth edition of World Art Dubai – the Middle East’s only regional affordable art fair. The flagship event of Dubai Art Season, this year will see an assortment of up-and-coming artists and galleries from five continents and 25 countries flying into […]

Yas Waterworld, the Abu Dhabi waterpark with Emirati heart, was awarded “Best Waterpark” by the Middle East & North Africa Leisure and Attraction Council (MENALAC) on the evening of April 10th. The ceremony, held at the Ritz Carlton in DIFC, saw attendance by leading decision makers, governmental agencies, and operators from the MENA and Global […]

The official shortlist for the first ever Small Screen, Big Film festival has been announced, featuring twelve short films created on smartphones by young people across the GCC. The Festival takes place via the British Council’s YouTube channel between April 24th – May 4th 2018, when all 12 shortlisted works can be viewed across the […]

This year Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group, Kempinski Hotels, launches Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai. Located on the West Crescent of Dubai’s exclusive Palm Jumeirah, the 100,000sqm beach resort pays homage to the palaces of 18th century Europe. With 389 rooms and suites, eight world-class restaurants and bars, 3,000sqm Cinq Mondes Spa, state-of-the-art fitness centre and yoga studio, 500m private […]

The new Lincoln MKZ has been named the region’s best Mid-Sized Executive Sedan at the fifth annual Middle East Car of the Year awards. The awards, now in their fifth year, are the most coveted automotive awards in the region, combining the expertise and experience of 16 leading motoring journalists from the GCC and Levant, who work through […]

Global TIES for Children, NYU Steinhardt’s international research center for improving the lives of vulnerable youth across the globe, will be leading the research and evaluation for a $100 million grant awarded by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation to promote the development and education of young children displaced by conflict in the […]

Thomson Reuters, the world’s leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals, today released the 2018 Q1 investment banking analysis for the Middle East. According to Thomson Reuters, Middle Eastern & North African investment banking fees totalled an estimated US$243.1 million during Q1 2018, 6% less than the value of fees recorded during Q1 2017. […]

The International Property Show (IPS) and Dubai Property Festival (DPF) 2018 concluded with unprecedented success and a huge turnout from 16,000 visitors who visited the Dubai World Trade Center from 9th to 11th April in the first two days to view offers from top companies from around the world. The ‘Mega Property Sale’ also concluded […]

The “Top CEO Conference and Awards” and the “Arab Women Forum” have drawn a successful conclusion at the King Abdullah Economic City in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where business leaders and more than 30 expert speakers from across the Middle East gathered to discuss the burning issues facing the corporate world today. The events […]

For the tenth consecutive year, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) is showcasing its projects, initiatives and publications at the 47th London Book Fair, held in the British capital on April 10-12, 2018. The Foundation will be hosting a series of events and activities, including workshops, symposia, and meetings with international publishing […]

Last night, the Middle East & North Africa Leisure and Attraction Council (MENALAC) awarded Ferrari World Abu Dhabi accolades for ‘The Best Theme Park’ in their first industry gala event. The ceremony, held at the Ritz Carlton in DIFC, brought together leading decision makers and operators from the MENA region to celebrate the region’s success […]

More than 1 million Tons of Carbon Dioxide will be abated by 2030 and 1.7 TWh of electricity will be saved by the same year in Dubai – according to the new targets revealed by Dubai’s Etihad Energy Services Company, Etihad ESCO, at the 4th annual RetrofitTech Dubai Summit & Awards which began today. The […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai and the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) will co-operate to strengthen supervision and inspection of businesses related to civil aviation activities in the emirate and also share knowledge, expertise and institutional experience. The partnership is in line with the concerted efforts of government entities to enhance supervision […]

The Sustainable City, the Middle East’s first fully-operational sustainable community, has revealed some of the latest results from monitoring the city’s performance over the past 12 months during the Future Cities Show 2018, which ran from 9th to 11th April at the Dubai World Trade Centre. According to the data provided by SEE NEXUS Institute, […]

Fresh from her sell-out show at this year’s Comicon Middle East, Leyla Ghobadi a street and mixed media artist, born and raised in Montreal, will bring her unique street art exhibition to Moe’s on the 5th from Friday 20th April – Friday 4th May. Having previously exhibited in Miami, London and Ibiza, her work has […]

 Chevrolet today introduced a reinvigorated 2019 Camaro lineup with distinctive designs. “The Camaro has attained iconic status in the region and the restyled 2019 model will continue to impress and gain new followers with its sharper design and supreme balance of driving fun, refinement and value. With the 2019 Camaro we are giving our customers […]

This pioneering study wants to shed light on the question: ‘Does the UAE have a positive driving culture?’. Frederik Bisbjerg, Executive Vice President Retail i-Insured states: “This question is passionately discussed among UAE residents and for sure there are plenty of subjective opinions. Once again, i-Insured and RoadSafetyUAE teamed up to dig a bit deeper […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted a workshop today which helped familiarise businesses and professionals with essential, legal and practical aspects of the recently introduced value-added tax (VAT). The workshop, entitled “The Essentials of VAT”, was held at the Chamber’s headquarters in Deira and organised in cooperation with BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, supported the scientific activities of the International Growth and Development Conference 2018, which was held under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance in the UAE, and organised by  Emirates Clinical Nutrition Society […]

Calling all ocean and marine lovers! To celebrate the launch of the new Rove Dubai Marina – the first waterside Rove Hotels property, the hotel is offering a special rate with rooms for just AED 95 per room per night, exclusively on rovehotels.com. All water lovers out there including divers, swimmers, sailors and surfers, whether […]

WorkSpace Commerce (WSC) was formed in 2016 to fill a major gap in the entrepreneurship network, through co-working and flexible office spaces. With global expansion plans in the pipeline, WSC looks to GCC-wide investors to help develop its ever growing and boastful property portfolio. Since 2016, globally, the sector has been thriving with the market […]

BYHOURS, the hotel booking online platform and mobile-app which allows users to book hotel rooms in city centres and travel hotspots in sets of three, six, and twelve hour time-slots, is launching in the MENA region today. BYHOURS is the first and only international online booking platform and app that offers micro-stays in more than […]

 Binghatti Developers is poised to make an impact at Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2018, the premier property exhibition taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from April 17th to 19th. The company will offer exclusive deals in its pavilion number 7C10. Binghatti Developers will exhibit its latest project “Millennium Binghatti Residences Business Bay” at […]

Under the patronage and presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the FIKR16 Conference opened with keynote addresses by His Excellency Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, His Royal Highness Prince Khalid Al Faisal, President of the Arab Thought […]

Global air services provider dnata has today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Qantas’ catering businesses. The agreement is subject to approval from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). Qantas’ catering businesses include wholly-owned subsidiaries Q Catering Limited and Snap Fresh Pty Limited. Q Catering has centres in four Australian ports – […]

The International Property Show (IPS), which is currently taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre and will run until 11th April, is offering exclusive bank offers via its Mega Property Sale, which features the Dubai Property Festival (DPF) launched by Dubai Land Department (DLD) — the Main Partner to the event — in collaboration […]

During its participation in the Dubai International Government Achievement Exhibition, Dubai Land Department (DLD) has highlighted several accomplishments that demonstrate its support of the government’s vision to make Dubai the happiest and smartest city for all citizens, residents and visitors by offering convenient, world-class services. During the exhibition, DLD shared its knowledge with other participants, […]

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) announced, today, as part of Abu Dhabi’s first ever block licensing strategy and on behalf of the Supreme Petroleum Council (SPC), the details of the initial round of six geographical oil and gas blocks open for bidding. This follows the announcement last month by His Excellency Dr Sultan […]

 DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, recently held the 7th edition of its industry-leading annual Dubai Precious Metals Conference (DPMC), with more than 300 participants listening as speakers and panellists from the precious metals sector discussed issues and opportunities critical to the future of the worldwide trade, at The Westin Hotel, Habtoor […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai and the Abu Dhabi University Dubai Campus jointly hosted the first-ever ‘Smart City: Driving the Future’ forum to spot the light on DED’s Strategy that contributes in achieving Dubai Smart City Plans particularly its relevance on higher education, entrepreneurship and innovation. The forum, held under the Business […]

Denied on their first two attempts, Real Madrid are determined to get their name etched on the Hamdan Bin Mohammed U16 International Football Championship trophy this time around, but face stiff competition from the likes of reigning Brazil U16 champions CR Flamengo, 2016 finalist Borussia Dortmund of Germany, Egyptian powerhouses Al Ahly and PSV Eindhoven […]

Tashkeel, the Dubai-based contemporary art and design organisation, has launched a new book that documents its growth since 2008 and that of the UAE arts scene. Reference Point: A History of Tashkeel and UAE Art includes a Q&A with Lateefa bint Maktoum, Founder and Director of Tashkeel, and contributions from notable members of the art community […]

After 70 years of all-terrain adventures and global expeditions, Land Rover has once again taken the Defender to new heights. Stretching over 250 metres, the most remote Defender outline was imprinted on the side of a mountain in the French Alps. The unique snow art was created to announce World Land Rover Day on 30 […]

While the first quarter of 2018 has recorded a slowing rate of capital value declines across the UAE, developers of high end homes in Abu Dhabi appear to be sensing a bottoming of the market and are pressing ahead with new schemes, according to international real estate consultancy, Cluttons. Faisal Durrani, Head of Research at […]

 Mergermarket, the leading provider of M&A data and intelligence, last night announced the winners of its third annual MENA Mergers Forum, recognising the top M&A financial and legal firms in a range of sectors including Energy, Mining & Utilities; Financial Services; Consumer; Pharma, Medical & Biotech; Telecoms; Media & Technology; and Industrials & Chemicals. Of the […]

Emirates has set a new record with over 1 million Wi-Fi connections made on board its flights in March alone. During the month, 1,037,016 Emirates customers connected to the internet during their flight. The connections were mainly made over mobile devices with over 94% of users connecting with a smartphone –twice as many connections were […]

Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced ambitious growth plans for its Middle East and Africa region following signings for more than 30 properties and over 5,000 rooms in the last 12 months. The signings put Marriott on track to increase its portfolio in the region to nearly 370 hotels – an increase of more than […]

Dubai will play host to the world’s largest gathering of internal auditors in May 2018 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE’s Vice-President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), along with the UAE Internal Auditors Association (UAE-IAA), will hold the high profile […]

  A young and social media savvy country, the UAE has the Middle East and North Africa’s highest Instagram adoption rate and second-highest number of daily users, at 1.2 million, according to the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government’s Arab Social Media Report. Instagram is a major platform for spreading the culinary love in the UAE. […]

The FIGO Regional Conference of Middle East & Africa will bring forth important issues concerning women’s health and wellbeing. With over 800 attendees, 40 speakers and health ministers of African countries attending the congress, the ethical and medico-legal aspects concerning the fraternity, the global protocols for the practice alongside vital issues relating to maternal health […]

An exclusive report by TOPHOTELPROJECTS for The Hotel Show Saudi Arabia 2018 has identified Swiss-Belhotel International among the top ten most active brands in the Kingdom. The group currently has five projects featuring over 1200 rooms under development in KSA. Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and […]

Reel Cinemas, the dynamic cinema brand under Emaar Entertainment, has teamed up with international superstar chef Guy Fieri to launch the first stand-alone Dine-In Cinema featuring his highly acclaimed American Kitchen concept in the Middle East. Truly unique, Guy Fieri’s Kitchen & Bar and Dine-in Cinema by Reel Cinemas at Jebel Ali Recreation Club redefines […]

 Meraas, a leading Dubai-based holding company dedicated to making Dubai and the UAE better for people to live, work and play in, in partnership with Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, is calling on trigger-happy photographers spanning all levels of ability to participate in the […]

La Mer, a world-class beachfront destination by Meraas, has added 25 concepts to its host of retail and dining outlets since this year, bringing the total number of open outlets to 71. The new offering includes innovative F&B and retail brands that contribute to the overall vibrant atmosphere of the location, creating a unique experience […]

Dubai-based Binghatti Developers selected as the “Fastest Growing Company of the Year” at the 2018 edition of the Arabian Business Real Estate Awards. BinGhatti Developers was announced as a winner of the Fastest Growing Company of the Year Award category at the 2018 Arabian Business Real Estate Awards. This award marks yet another badge of […]

Dubai-based real estate agency Allsopp & Allsopp is adding more silver to its trophy cabinet, having been announced Best Real Estate Broker of the Year UAE, at the annual Arabian Business Real Estate Awards at the Ritz-Carlton in DIFC yesterday evening. Lewis Allsopp, CEO of the award-winning estate agency, says: “This award underlines our commitment […]

Under the patronage and presence of the Her Excellency Noura Al Kaabi, UAE Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development, the Arab Thought Foundation launched the 10th Annual Arab Report on Cultural Development. At a special ceremony held at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, the report, titled Innovation or Extinction? Scientific Research in the Arab World: Realities, […]

Global performance brand SM Town Live made a spectacular entry into the Middle East over the weekend as part of its sixth world tour and first time in Dubai in association with 117Live, Hyundai C Square, Dubai Calendar and Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM). Held at the Autism Rocks Arena on April […]

The highly-anticipated 14th edition of the International Property Show (IPS), the Middle East’s biggest property sales platform for local, regional and international real estate markets, kicked off today and will run until 11th April at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The improved IPS 2018 programme was developed in partnership with Dubai Land Department […]

The agenda has been released for the ‘Top CEO Conference and Awards’, which will return to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the second time on 10th and 11th April at King Abdullah Economic City, and feature the ‘Top CEO Arab Women Forum’ for the first time. Under a ‘Paradigm Shift’ theme, business leaders and […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that its different arms are participating at the Dubai International Government Achievement Exhibition (DIGAE) 2018, which is taking place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, from 9th to 11th April at […]

American Patrick Reed surged to the summit of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after holding his nerve to claim the iconic Green Jacket in a dramatic final day at the 82nd Masters Tournament. The 27 year old, who holds both European Tour and PGA Tour cards, came into the final day with a three shot lead over former […]

The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres – (MECSC) will be hosting (JTR) –John T. Riordan Global School For Retail Real Estate Professionals at the Kempinski Hotel, in Mall of the Emirates from 16th until 19th of April. The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres (MECSC), is the region’s largest retail industry association representing shopping […]

In line with its objective to pioneer 5G development and implementation across the region in the coming years, Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) presented its latest 5G strategy at 5G MENA 2018. As a Global ICT Strategic Partner Sponsor at the conference, Ericsson hosted a keynote session on creating the 5G connected Future, participated in a keynote […]

Activity: Nancy Ajram is preparing for her second concert at Dragon Mart with a list of top songs from her latest albums. Date: Friday, 27 April 2018 Time: 7:00pm onwards Where: Dragon Mart 2 The concert will be open to the public, free of charge For more information, call 04 390 9999 or follow Dragon Mart on social media: […]

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) today hosted at its headquarters in Dubai Academic City a ‘clean cool’ workshop exploring ways of meeting the country’s rapidly rising demand for air-conditioning with more sustainable cooling technologies. This special event was co-hosted with the EU GCC Clean Energy Technology Network and the University of Birmingham […]

Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading, diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has emphasized its commitment to its sustainability strategy by highlighting the industry-best innovation and products from the company’s subsidiaries which could shape the smart cities of the future. With the wide range of in-house sustainable products and solutions, Dubai […]

Insta-travel is the new norm, as vacationers seek out the world’s most picture-perfect hotels and plan their trips around snapping the perfect ‘Gram. One in six* admit they chose a hotel based on its potential social media ‘brag-ability’, so to celebrate the most brag-worthy hotels in its portfolio, Hotels.com™ has revealed 10 of the most Instagrammable hotels around […]

WWE® (NYSE: WWE) announced tonight thatWrestleMania 34 broke the record for the Mercedes-Benz Superdome’s highest grossing entertainment event. WWE’s annual pop-culture extravaganza grossed $14.1 million, surpassing the venue’s previous record of $10.9 million set by WrestleMania 30 in 2014, as a sold-out crowd of 78,133 fans from all 50 states and 67 countries converged on the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. As part of […]

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of Emaar Properties PJSC, and Rove Hotels, a joint venture of Meraas Holding and Emaar Properties PJSC, have commenced the implementation of the Dubai Way training programme, a strategic initiative by Dubai College of Tourism (DCT). All hotel projects under Emaar Hospitality Group and the contemporary midscale […]

Surround yourself with unspoiled beauty at the new luxurious Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, while immersing in serenity at one of our beautifully designed rooms, suites and villas. Enjoy seven exciting dining venues that will leave you spoilt for choice, with a restaurant to suit every occasion, mood and taste. We bring you authentic flavours from around the world […]

GE Renewable Energy (NYSE: GE) today announced that it will provide its latest generation of 3.6-137m wind turbines to Mass Energy Group Holding, a subsidiary of Mass Global, to develop a 100 MW Mass Wind project in the country.  This clean energy project will meet the power requirements of over 150,000 homes and reduce carbon […]

 Mergermarket, the leading provider of M&A data and intelligence, reports that the M&A first quarter of 2018 has already witnessed deals of significant value in the Insurance, Medical, and Education sectors. The largest deal of the quarter was Total’s investment into the Umm Shaif and Nasr fields and Lower Zakum off-shore concession for a combined […]

Global Village, the region’s first multicultural festival park, and family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, closed the gates on its biggest ever season on 7thof April 2018. The successful season 22 ended with a record-breaking attendance of more than 6 million guests over its 158 days of operation achieved while successfully maintaining a score […]

Mall culture is firmly entrenched in not just the country but the entire region. However, community shopping destinations like the Town Square at Al Forsan Village is one such optimal destination that is redefining the customer’s retail and entertainment experience. Nestled in Khalifa City area of Abu Dhabi, Town Square provides the most desirable brands […]

The new PEUGEOT 3008 scooped the “Public Car of the Year” award at 2018 Middle East Car of the Year, which was held last week in Abu Dhabi.  This admired trophy joins a series of 40 prizes the new PEUGEOT 3008 has already won globally. The French automaker’s popular car was declared winner through online […]

A security organisation will present futuristic artificial intelligence camera and sensor technology that sees, smells and listens for potential problems, at the Future Cities Show in Dubai on April 10, 2018 in a push to make Dubai the world’s safest smart city. The advanced and adaptable technology of Brazil-headquartered, Polsec, which is already operating in […]

City Walk, the lifestyle destination by Meraas, supported by the Russian Government through the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, will host the third edition of the Matryoshka Festival from 2 to 5 May 2018. Miss Russia Victoria Lopyreva, FIFA World Cup 2018 Ambassador and face of the Matryoshka Festival, […]

We’re entering the next era of human-machine partnerships with a divided vision of the future, according to research now available from Dell Technologies. Half of the 3,800 global business leaders surveyed forecast that automated systems will free up their time including a majority of leaders in the UAE and KSA. Similarly, 55% of regional leaders believe […]

HotelsCombined.com, the world’s leading hotel price comparison platform today reveals that the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on 19 May 2018 at Windsor Castle has led to full-occupancy of the hotels in the area, with hotel rooms being booked at more than triple the average price as royal fans worldwide flock to be […]

The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai witnessed business registration and licensing activity maintaining an upward momentum during the month of March 2018, reaffirming the emirate’s position as a preferred place for business startup and expansion. According to the ‘Business Map’ digital platform of DED, more than 26,410 BRL (business registration and licensing) transactions […]

Samsung Gulf Electronics is proudly bringing back the Galaxy Studio DXB at the Dubai Mall. Located in the Star Atrium, the Galaxy Studio is designed to bring consumers closer to the Samsung Galaxy Ecosystem of products than ever before through nine exciting, interactive zones. These include hands-on experience tables, as well as a photography competition, […]

With its mantra of ‘think globally, act locally’ Steigenberger Hotel Business Bay has already started planning initiatives that will benefit the neighbouring community in Business Bay over Ramadan. After last year’s heartening outcome, the hotel is gearing up to host the Sharing Fridge concept once again. Sharing food and drinks during the Holy Month is nothing new, however the Ramadan Sharing Fridge […]

 New F&B concepts arriving in the UAE must focus on bringing ‘value for money’ to the table to achieve success in the over-saturated market, according to CEO of a new hospitality business. Youssef El Habbal, CEO of Serenity Hospitality in Abu Dhabi, believes the key to success for new food concepts in the UAE is […]

Dubai CommerCity, the region’s first e-commerce free zone, has announced its title sponsorship of the Seamless Middle East 2018 convention. The event, held under the patronage of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior; will be hosted at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center on […]

The Middle East Council of Shopping Centre introduces Corporate Memberships this year as an initiative to boost the company’s profile in the Retail & Shopping mall industry. David Macadam, CEO – MESCS says, “MECSC’s role in the MENA region is to facilitate growth and reach for all businesses that are associated in the retail industry; introducing […]

 Dusit International, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, will shed light on its regional and international expansion plans at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which will be held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from 22 to 25 April 2018. Kicking off with the latest news, Dusit recently introduced […]

Building envelope suppliers from around the world are turning to the United Arab Emirates. “Making up a disproportionately large percentage of the projects in the GCC region, the country is the place to be right now,” says Ammar H. Alul, general manager for Schüco in the Middle East. Demand for windows, doors and facades is hiking. This […]

HP announced the expansion of its popular Smart Tank series in CEMA with the HP Smart Tank 315 and Wireless 415*. Designed for micro businesses, the printers’ high capacity ink tank system allows users to print up to 8,000 pages in color or 15,000 pages in black – all at a low cost per page. […]

Thousands of fans visited Dubai World Trade Centre for the second day of MEFCC, the Middle East’s largest popular culture and entertainment festival, to meet their heroes, put on their superhero outfits for the Huawei Nove 3e Cosplay contest and compete for cash prizes, and learn how to jump start their careers in the industry […]

Bloom Properties, a Bloom Holding business specializing in the development of integrated and sustainable communities, has announced the handover ofFaya, the fourth phase of its prestigious Bloom Gardens master-planned community. Sameh Muhtadi, CEO of Bloom Holding, said:“The handover of Fayamarks a major milestone in the Bloom Gardens development that has become one of the most […]

A refreshing new hospitality experience that celebrates the inspired setting of its waterfront location opens doors today in Dubai Marina. Rove Dubai Marina, the fifth hotel in Dubai under the contemporary midscale Rove Hotels brand, will welcome its first guests – leisure and business – with its vibrant setting, central location and tech-savvy environment for […]

A total of 513 new companies chose Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), the region’s premier trade facilitator and hub as their operational base in 2017, reaffirming its position as a destination of choice for businesses. New companies represent a nine per cent increase in Jafza’s portfolio compared with the 470 new companies that registered in […]

Abu Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), the leading national entity for development aid, highlighted its efforts to achieve sustainable development in the global healthcare sector as part of its ongoing priority to improve the health and well-being of people in developing countries. In a report issued by the Fund to mark World Health Day […]

Aster Volunteers in partnership with Model Service Society organised a ‘Mega Medical& Wellness Camp’ at the Dubai Investment Real Estate LabourCamp in Jebel Ali for more than 1400 low-income workers.EisaAlzarooni, representative of Ministry of Human Resources &Emiratisation andSri Vipul, Consul General of India, joined Dr Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman & Managing Director and DrZebaMoopen, Director […]

Avaya Holdings Corp. (NYSE: AVYA). The Avaya Happiness Index on Blockchain, which securely collects and automatically analyzes customer interaction data from multiple sources across all channels in real time , has been named a 2018 Award Finalist for the internationally-renowned Edison Awards™. The distinguished awards, inspired by Thomas Edison’s persistence and inventiveness, recognize innovation, creativity and […]

By the end of 2017, global renewable generation capacity increased by 167 GW and reached 2,179 GW worldwide. This represents a yearly growth of around 8.3%, the average for seven straight years in a row, according to new data released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).  Renewable Capacity Statistics 2018 is the most comprehensive, up-to-date and […]

The Middle East Facility Management Association (MEFMA), a non-profit professional organization, is set to throw the spotlight on the latest trends in Facilities Management (FM) and the drivers that are bringing in growth to the industry at MEFMA CONFEX Dubai 2018, which will be held from April 29 to April 30, 2018 at the Address […]

HP will host a three-day gaming extravaganza this week at the Middle East Film and Comic Con (MEFCC) at the PLG Arena 5. The event will be hosted in partnership with the leading Middle East eSports operators, Power League Gaming (PLG). At the event, which takes place April 5-7, HP will showcase its full lineup […]

Kärcher, the world leader in innovative cleaning technology in partnership with Sedana Trading, today opened the Kärcher Center Sedana Abu Dhabi in the presence of the H.E. Ambassador Goetz Lingenthal, Germany’s Ambassador to the UAE. The opening of the flagship store was also attended by Richard Nouira, Managing Director of Kärcher Middle East, Karim Daniel, […]

Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, entertainment and dining destination, has announced the launch of its ‘Plug Into the Future Like Never Before’ family promotion, which offers customers the exclusive opportunity to win a Tesla Model X  or AED 100,000 worth of vouchers that are valid at any electronics shops in the mall. The campaign will […]

 NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is joining the global movement for the fourth consecutive year to raise awareness about autism. The dome of the University’s campus on Saadiyat will be lit blue throughout the month of April in a show of support for Autism Awareness Month. The initiative came as part of a wider program conducted […]

The 2018 Middle East Sentiment Survey by McKinsey & Company reveals that consumers in the region are becoming more cost-conscious, less brand-loyal and rapidly shifting purchasing behaviours. Approximately 55 per cent of consumers are now actively looking for savings across markets, with those in Saudi Arabia leading the pack. They are finding creative ways to […]

Social media is not journalism, but a form of communication, say experts Social media should not control our lives, rather we should control what we post in public, famous Arab singer Najwa Karam told the media at a session titled ‘The Ever-Changing Journey in Arts’. Karam, a celebrity in her own right, said she uses […]

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today honoured the winners of the 17th Arab Journalism Award at a ceremony held at the conclusion of the Arab Media Forum (AMF) 2018. Deputy Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin […]

Egyptian media personality suggests promoting fact-checking institutions and websites Proliferation of fake news can only be countered with legislation and by promoting fact-checking institutions and websites, said Egyptian producer and media personality Nashwa Al Ruwaini, CEO, Pyramedia Group. Addressing a session titled ‘Illusion Vs. Trust’ on the second day of the 17th Arab Media Forum […]

Regional Public Service Announcements to be launched Facebook will soon launch a Public Service Announcement in the region to educate the public and create awareness about fake news, a senior official of the social media firm has said. Nashwa Aly, Head of Public Policy in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan at Facebook said […]

Don’t seek immediate monetary gains when adopting new platforms, says senior CNN official  In this era of rapid technological evolution, keeping abreast of innovation across sectors and humanising data are the key factors that enable media to stay ahead of the curve, according to a senior CNN professional at the Arab Media Forum (AMF) on […]

Rexton Technologies has announced that it will open the largest LED light manufacturing facility in the Middle East and North Africa region at its SAIF Zone headquarters.Rexton Technologies will also launch a state of the art laboratory that specializes in LED light technologies within the Facility. Rexton Technologies is an industrial arm of Kingston Holdings […]

Google News Initiative has trained 94,000 journalists worldwide The newly launched Google News Initiative together with Google News Lab will offer free training to 4,000 journalists in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to help journalists advance their editorial, research, writing, fact-checking and editing skills, over the next 12 months, a senior Google […]

The Middle East media is a highly reactive media, according to Kuwaiti TV host Mohammed Al Mulla. He was speaking at a session titled ‘Arab Media Campaign and News Dissemination’ at the 17th edition of the Arab Media Forum (AMF) in Dubai. Held under the patronage of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE […]

 Dubai’s lead in sustainability, renewable energy and Smart City engineering was the focus of a group of students from the Republic of Kazakhstan during their recent field trip to the UAE. The 19 Master of Regional Development students from the country’s Academy of Public Administration were guests of the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government […]

UAE-based sustainability expert Farnek has just completed the Middle East’s first shopping mall benchmarking project, which was designed to evaluate the energy, water and waste performance of each mall, against similar retail properties in Dubai. “The retail sector is one of the largest energy consumers in the UAE and prior to our initiative, no benchmark […]

Emaar Entertainment, the leisure and entertainment subsidiary of Emaar Properties, today announced that its leading cinema brand, Reel Cinemas, is further expanding its local footprint with a brand-new concept – the first hotel-cinema – located in Rove Downtown, the contemporary midscale hotel in Downtown Dubai.  The hotel-cinema will add to the convenience of hotel guests, […]

Business leaders and CEOs from top Ghanaian banks and insurance companies will join a trade mission to Dubai later this month which is being organised by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s representative office in Accra. The trade mission will be held April 7th-13th 2018 and coincide with the Annual Investment Meeting 2018 in […]

Al-Futtaim Toyota leader in sustainable mobility since 2008, will be flexing its off-road muscles at the 4th Custom Show Emirates, the biggest custom cars and bikes show in the Middle East, which will take place concurrently with the 3rd International Motor Show Abu Dhabi. Calling all adrenaline addicts and off-road enthusiasts, Toyota is offering the show […]

IMKAN, a globally-reputed property developer renowned for creating soulful places that enrich lives, has announced its participation in Cityscape Abu Dhabi from 17-19 April to showcase a number of its projects both in the UAE and internationally, including Makers District, its 18-hectare mixed-use waterfront development in the capital’s Reem Island. Located in Cityscape Abu Dhabi […]

The world-class team of Disney On Ice skaters met Dubai Miracle Garden’s Mickey Mouse, ahead of their highly anticipated performance at Dubai World Trade Centre Arena this week. The 18-metre floral Mickey Mouse is now the Guinness World Record holder, for the World’s Tallest Supported Topiary Sculpture. There is still time to see Mickey and friends and grab a Passport To Adventure to celebrate […]

Agility, a leading global logistics provider, received the Silver Award for business excellence at the Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award (SKEA), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. The award was presented to Agility at a […]

As part of its partnership with Emirates Foundation, an independent national organisation set up by the Abu Dhabi Government to facilitate public-private funded initiatives for the empowerment of youth across the UAE, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), will benefit from corporate training while continuing to support youth empowerment programmes hosted by the organisation. […]

Dusit International, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, has introduced ASAI Hotels, a distinctive new brand designed to link curious, millennial-minded travellers with authentic local experiences in vibrant cities and resort destinations worldwide. Set to officially launch in Q1 2019 with its first hotel in Bangkok’s renowned Chatuchak Market, ASAI Hotels embraces […]

Want to have the fairytale wedding of your dreams complete with a grand ambience, gorgeous location, unmatched hospitality and unforgettable memories? HMH – Hospitality Management Holding is offering spectacular wedding venues and packages in the UAE, Jordan and Lebanon. Book now at Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel (Ajman), Corp Amman Hotel (Amman) and Coral Al Hamra […]

Following its success in 2017, Egypt Property Show (EPS) is returning to Dubai with a 3-day exhibition starting April 12 at the Dubai World Trade Center. Organized under the patronage of the Egyptian Prime Minister’s Office, the event brings to the UAE numerous investment opportunities in Egypt’s real estate market. With a vision to export […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, announced that it has signed an agreement to connect its services to the Address Hotel at JBR, Marsa Dubai, with a total capacity of 6,500 Refrigeration Tonnes (RT). Standing tall at a 1,830,000 sq. ft, the 74-storey building serves as a hotel […]

SENAAT (“SENAAT” or “the Group”), one of the largest industrial investment holding companies in Abu Dhabi and the UAE, today announced that its total EBIDTA increased to AED 2.1 billion in 2017, a 16% increase compared to 2016. The company’s financial results also stated that revenues grew from AED 13.4 billion in 2016 to AED […]

Yas Marina Circuit has announced that UAE residents will now be able to claim up to 15 per cent off several DriveYas experiences when presenting a valid Emirates ID this April. Friends, families and racing fans alike can feel the thrill of the FORMULA ONE ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX Circuit and can jump […]

The world’s richest horse racing event, Dubai World Cup is synonymous with style and fashion. Its annual ‘Style Stakes’ competition saw dozens of fashion-forward people participating to win the sought-after fashion titles- Best dressed lady, Best dressed pair, Best dressed man, Best Hat and Most creative Hat. The fashionista winners were bestowed with the latest breakthrough in […]

Cigna Corporation (NYSE:CI), a global health services company, announced the launch of the Cigna Wellbeing App today, bringing a personalized wellness approach to its customers in the Middle East and reinforcing the company’s commitment to health and wellness services innovation. The app features tools and resources designed to help customers with all their wellness needs. […]

Be careful while sharing data, says Google’s Carlo Biondo Data is the ‘new oil’ and the currency for the future and the media should be careful while sharing it,” said Carlo Biondo, President, EMEA Strategic Partnerships, Google. Addressing the audience on the first day of the 17th edition of the Arab Media Forum in Dubai […]

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the Main Dialogue Session of the 17th edition of the Arab Media Forum held in Dubai today. The Main Session was also attended by Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive […]

Arab media is facing a serious identity crises, said columnist Hussein Shobokshi at a session titled ‘Arab Media Crises’ at the 17th edition of the Arab Media Forum (AMF), which commenced today in Dubai. Held under the patronage of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed […]

True knowledge lies with the crowd, not with journalists, says Peter Bale, Launch Editor, WikiTribune The fact that every industry across the world is impacted either by development or lack of it, coupled with the speed at which news travels today makes conventional media platforms obsolete. This is where WikiTribune steps in, placing the community […]

Al Arabiya journalist has filmed a rare military movie A celebrated Arab war correspondent said journalists have a responsibility to report the truth especially with regard to the humanitarian operation in Yemen. “We have to respect our profession’s ability to convey the truth just as doctors specialise in treating injuries. It is not for people […]

In journalism, there is no clash between the old and the new, but the new world journalists should deal with news and not opinion, said Nayla Tueni, Editor-in-Chief, Annahar Newspaper, Lebanon. Talking on the topic ‘Journalism: Old Vs. New’ on the first day of the 17th edition of the Arab Media Forum in Dubai, she […]

In the new reality, audience will decide the news they consume Media organisations should not fear change and should be the first to embrace social and technological change, the editor of a leading Saudi media organisation has said. Sultan Al Qhtani, Editor-in-Chief of The Riyadh Post, speaking during the first day of the Arab Media […]

Media dialogue becomes meaningful and effective in promoting social change when conducted through social media, said columnist Sawsan Al Shaer on the first day of the 17th edition of the Arab Media Forum in Dubai. Addressing the audience on the topic ‘The Media Dialogue & Its Influence’ at the Forum, she said social media influences […]

The new Volvo XC60 has been named Jury Car of the Year by MECOTY’s jury panel at the annual MECOTY award ceremony, held in parallel with the Abu Dhabi International Motor Show, further adding to Volvo’s growing list of accolades. The XC60 also received the Midsize Premium SUV award, while the XC40 won in the […]

Turkish Airlines, a global leader in civil aviation, brought its ever-growing Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup to Dubai Creek & Yacht Club in Dubai on Tuesday 27th March 2018. The airline, first in terms of country and international destinations that reached worldwide, prides itself on its award-winning Business Class service and its commitment to the Turkish […]

Founded in Florida in 2010, Orangetheory® Fitness is one of the strongest brands in fitness today, having been voted Best One Hour Workout in the USA by both the New York Times and Men’s Journal. Led by highly skilled coaches, each Orangetheory Fitness workout incorporates endurance, strength and power elements through a variety of equipment including treadmills, […]

The International Women Photographers Association (IWPA) is pleased to announce the 11 finalists, including one laureate, for the IWPA Award 2018. The finalists have been selected from 60 short-listed candidates out of a total of more than 600 women photographers from 82 countries.The results show the outstanding success and relevance of the IWPA Award from all […]

 Fine jewellery brand Al Anwaar will be participating in Mideast Watch & Jewellery Show at Sharjah Expo from April 3rd till April 7th. The brand will be showcasing some of the rarest collections at one of the biggest jewellery shows in the region at Booth 310, Hall 2 from 12pm till 10pm. As a collector of rare […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced April 9th 2018 as the deadline for receiving applications for the third edition of the Dubai Smartpreneur Competition, which was launched recently in cooperation with the Smart Dubai Office. The Dubai Smartpreneur Competition gives startups and entrepreneurs in the UAE an opportunity to become part of […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced the launch of the ‘Dubai Property Festival’, the largest property promotion event in the region, which will take place from 9th to 11th April 2018 in a partnership between the Real Estate Investment Management and Promotion Center, the investment arm of DLD, and the International Property Show. Details of […]

Following years of rapid growth and urbanization, Dubai continues to be one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, and booming growth in population and economic sectors, like tourism, have increased demand for energy. To increase power supply and meet goals for increased use of renewables, the UAE launched its ambitious Dubai Clean Energy Strategy […]

Zurich International Life Ltd (Zurich) has launched a new online digital capability to allow customers to manage the investments held under their Zurich policies. “This new functionality has been designed in response to the feedback from our customers, for a new level of flexibility and digital enablement that allows them to have control over their investments,” says Reena Vivek, Chief Operating […]

 In an effort to encourage more visitors from the UAE and Gulf Countries to visit Tokyo, the capital of Japan, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau will exhibit at the Arabian Travel Market held at Dubai International Exhibition Centre from 22nd to 25th of April, 2018 for the first time. The […]

The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, ADIA, today announced its intention to establish a presence at the Abu Dhabi Global Market, ADGM, in the International Financial Centre of Abu Dhabi. ADIA is a public institution established by the Government of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in 1976 as an independent investment institution. Since then, ADIA has […]

The Audi A8 is the “World Luxury Car 2018.” The win underscores the status of the brand’s flagship as the embodiment of “Vorsprung durch Technik.” The award ceremony took place at the New York Auto Show. In their decision, the 82 jury members from 24 countries assessed not only the emotional appeal, passenger comfort and […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, is celebrating the eighth edition of its ‘Live Our Heritage Festival’ and welcoming visitors to learn about silver crafting during the fifth week of the festival. Workshop participants will be provided with an introduction explaining the concept of the […]

The first ever global legal conference to take place in the Middle East commenced today (3rd April), hosted by Goodwins Law Corporation, a premier law firm in the UAE, in partnership with First Law International, an elite global network of 85 law firms in 80 countries. The annual two‐day conference (3rd and 4th April) was […]

Dubai Outlet Mall was the stage for a fascinating and competitive contest for 22 aspiring participants who put their best foot forward to vie for the ultimate accolade of winning the Ms. and Mr. Star Hunt title during the finale of the 7th edition of Star Hunt 2018 which was held recently. At the end […]

Arrivals from Europe to the GCC will increase 17% over the period 2018 to 2020, driven by extra flights, routes, competitive fares, and the rising number of mid-market hotels throughout the region, according to the latest data published ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2018, which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 22-25. […]

Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has transported leading equines for a variety of championship events across the globe. Dubai World Cup The carrier most recently flew in some of the world’s most highly rated racehorses to Dubai for the Dubai World Cup Championship, one of the most anticipated and prestigious horse racing events […]

This April, the most beloved of all storybook characters will come to life at Yas Waterworld with the launch of the very first Mermaid School in the United Arab Emirates. Starting April 13th for a limited time only, the waterpark known for its unique and exciting experiences will invite children to discover the mythical way of […]

 Yas Marina Circuit has announced that it will be introducing a brand-new Yas Drag Night event, the “Roll Racing Edition”, to encourage new and novice drag racers to get involved in this popular urban racing discipline. Yas Drag Night “Roll Racing Edition will allow first-time or novice drivers the opportunity to test out their drag […]

DHL, the world’s leading international delivery services provider, is transforming its approach to delivery services by piloting a kinetic energy based cargo bicycle program for inner-city deliveries in the UAE. The DHL cubicycle is a customized four-wheel bike that is designed and able to carry containers with a load of 125 kilograms. The innovative bike […]

Throughout March and April, The Yard is welcoming visitors to the laid-back destination to take advantage of the pleasant weather and enjoy their evening as they experience its latest attraction – an outdoor organic market along with workshops about organic food & healthy lifestyle. Set amongst the picturesque surroundings of The Yard, the Weekend Market […]

Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—will inspire you to find your personal style with the ”Dress to be You’ Spring/Summer 18 campaign at City Centre Deira until April 14. The initiative encourages people to express their individuality and browse the new collections in […]

Middlesex University Dubai will be exhibiting at the Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX) 2018 at stand F300. Taking place from Thursday 12 to Saturday 14 April at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DWTC), the biannual event is the region’s oldest education led event, supported by the UAE Ministry of Education, Knowledge and Human […]

The holiday season is upon us and there has never been a better time to look for cruising options for a getaway. As the temperatures start to rise and travellers flock to many European destinations, Royal Caribbean International will take you to many exciting cities across Europe and the Mediterranean Sea on board one of […]

One of the largest pharmaceutical manufacturers in the Middle East and Africa, has been ranked as the number one pharmaceutical company in the UAE by IMS Health February 2018 panel, reflecting a strong double digit sales growth versus 2017. Julphar 2017 audited results were announced following a Board of Directors’ meeting, which was chaired by […]

IWC Schaffhausen officially launched the IWC Racing Team at the 76th Goodwood Members’ Meeting. With this step, IWC becomes the first watch brand to compete in classic car races with its own team and car. At the wheel of the iconic Mercedes-Benz SL 300 “Gullwing”, David Coulthard took 9. place in the Salvadori Cup. Also […]

The fifth-generation Hyundai Accent builds on the strengths of its predecessors, applying Hyundai’s modern engineering expertise to offer an all-new product that immediately establishes itself at the front of the small car segment. It features expressive and striking design, a high-tech interior, a more efficient powertrain, reduced cabin noise and remarkably improved driving dynamics, available […]

Britain’s national tourism agency, VisitBritain has announced the launch of Horse racing – Sport of Kings, a series of luxury horse racing itineraries especially curated for the discerning GCC horse racing aficionado. Officially launched during the Dubai World Cup on 31 March, this is the first time in the history of the sport that England’s most iconic […]

A delegation of the United Arab Emirates Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) visited the United States recently to assess the progress of the ground-breaking work currently being undertaken by UAEREP awardees Eric Frew and Paul Lawson. Prof Eric Frew introduced the UAEREP team to the key members of his project at the Aerospace […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, has launched a ‘Commercial Compliance Package’ to educate new business owners in the emirate. The initiative includes a series of official visits to major markets in Dubai and meetings with new business licence holders to brief them on DED’s […]

Ellington, the Dubai-born design-led boutique developer with a growing portfolio of bespoke, aesthetic and high-quality homes, has launched Belgravia Heights in Dubai’s popular Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), after the successful introduction of three projects under the same brand name. Ellington’s tenth development under construction comes on the back of a bullish sentiment expressed by the […]

Mobile devices have changed how we work and navigate daily life, which means there’s a tremendous opportunity to capitalize on the growing use of mobile apps. Location-based services mean that retailers can leverage mobile devices and Bluetooth technology to provide offers to customers and prospects, help customers and employees navigate within locations, and locate friends, […]

Emirates Motor Company – Passenger Cars (EMC-PC) claimed two of the most prestigious titles at this year’s Mercedes-Benz Middle East Cars Awards. The authorized distributor of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars in Abu Dhabi and the flagship company of ALFAHIM was presented with the highly coveted award for ‘Best Lead Generation and Conversion in Campaign 2017’ and […]

Emirates is looking for motivated and service-oriented candidates to join its multinational cabin crew team. The airline will be organising Open Days for cabin crew recruitment in Dubai in the month of April. Emirates will hold Cabin Crew Open Days on 13 and 28 April. Candidates can get details on the venue and the timing […]

Atelier House Hospitality, an Altamarea Group subsidiary and full-service hospitality and asset management firm based in New York City, has announced the launch of its first Dubai office. Atelier House Hospitality- Dubai will provide the UAE market with world-class F&B expertise and brand access between the USA and the GCC. The firm is supported by […]

Close to 2,000 students across GEMS Education schools in the UAE gathered to form the ‘Largest Human Image of a Hashtag symbol’ – setting another Guinness World Records title – to celebrate the Varkey Foundation’s Global Teacher Prize 2018. The 1,927 students who created the human hashtag were accompanied by close to 3000 students who […]

WWE Superstars Daniel Bryan™, Kane™, Big Show™, Braun Strowman™ and Bray Wyatt™ are the first of 50 Superstars to officially enter the Greatest Royal Rumble match, which will take place at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Friday, April 27 at 7:00 p.m. AST. Tickets for this historic event will be available on […]

The crème de la crème of regional and global institutional investors and fund managers will descend on Abu Dhabi in May for the semi-annual Alternative Investment Management Summit. Set to take place on May 2-3 at the Rosewood Hotel, the exclusive gathering – supported by Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) as a strategic partner and […]

Dubai Properties today announced the on-time completion of Mudon’s Arabella townhouses, located in Dubailand. The developer is welcoming new residents with a unique customer-centric initiative – the Handover Gallery that offers a comprehensive range of services under one roof to facilitate a seamless move-in process. Launched in May 2015, Mudon’s Arabella is a highly sought-after […]

Sahara Centre, Sharjah’s leading retail, entertainment and dining destination, has announced the launch of its ‘Plug Into the Future Like Never Before’ family promotion, which offers customers the exclusive opportunity to win a Tesla Model X or AED 100,000 worth of vouchers that are valid at any electronics shops in the mall. The campaign will […]

Rove Hotels, a joint venture between Meraas and Emaar Properties PJSC, has announced that it has reached a landmark first hotel management agreement in the UAE, with Mada’in Properties PJSC, to operate Rove Mina Seyahi in the heart of Dubai Marina. A contemporary midscale hotel brand, Rove Hotels has signed a long-term management agreement with […]

Emirates, the Title Sponsor of the US$10 million Dubai World Cup, the world’s richest day in racing, entertained guests off the track at the airline’s hospitality suite located in the Meydan Grandstand. Celebrating the airline’s upcoming launch to Santiago de Chile– the suite brought to life all of the country’s best-known elements including its historic […]

KnoWho Market, a platform that connects corporations and organizations with experts and speakers, announces a public speaking competition, MENA Speaks. MENA Speaks is a competition that aims at uncovering the next super-speaker of the Middle East. For this competition, participants are asked to share their knowledge and story to the world. “We want to hear […]

In order to accommodate increased demand for delegate places, The Maritime Standard has decided to move this year’s TMS Tanker Conference to The Atlantis, Dubai. The one-day event will take place on Tuesday 16th October, the day after the hugely popular TMS Awards gala dinner, at this iconic, high quality venue on The Palm, Jumeirah. […]

Residents in the UAE may no longer need to feel constrained for cash. With SellAnyCar.com client’s can sell their car for cash and buy back the same car in a few months’ time. SellAnyCar.com is the Middle East’s first and largest car buying service, which offers free and instant online car valuation, free car inspection, […]

BMW honoured its best dealers from around the world at a celebratory awards evening in the BMW Group Classic. Pieter Nota, BMW AG management board member responsible for Sales and Brand BMW handed out the awards to the 41 top dealers, saying they were a thank-you from the company to its international dealer body, which […]