Concluding its most rewarding contest to date, Krypto Labs, the global incubator with a unique ecosystem for ground-breaking startups announced that Voliro, from Switzerland, which is a start-up focusing on omnidirectional drones for interaction and uninhibited observation, is the winner of its latest contest. The Drone Innovation Start-Up Contest (DISC) aimed to recognize the top […]

Bride Abu Dhabi, supported by Danat Al Emarat Hospital,will provide shoppers and fashionistas with the ultimate shopping experience before the beginning of the Holy month of Ramadan. The eventwill showcase its extensive collection of the latest Ramadan fashion products like abaya, shiela, kandora, kaftan, jalabeya and hennasand add glitz and glamor to the celebrations. Bride […]

Constance Hotels and Resorts invites guests to discover their new architectural masterpiece; sunken in nature and steeped in history, while enjoying a complimentary all-inclusive upgrade. Guests booking a stay at Constance Aiyana on a full-board basis get a complimentary all-Inclusive upgrade until the 31st October 2018, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, a selection of drinks and […]

The influence of disruptive technology on organizations and what it will mean for jobs, skills and the future of the workplace are among the issues in spotlight at the 4th HR Tech MENA Summit, which opened today at the Palazzo Versace, Dubai. The two-day event brings together some of the most exceptional minds from both […]

The world’s largest internal auditor summit kicks off in Dubai today, running from May 7-9, held under the patronage of is His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The four-day Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Conference 2018 will be held at Dubai […]

The Russian Export Centre will bring high quality, yet affordable cosmetics to the UAE for the first time at the upcoming Beautyworld Middle East trade fair (May 8 – 10, 2018), which is the largest international expo for beauty products, hair, fragrances and wellbeing in the Middle East. The cosmetics will span various categories such […]

Emirates has landed six of its special ‘Year of Zayed’ livery aircraft on six continents for the 6 May centennial birthday of the UAE’s Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman & Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, said: “Today, we celebrate the centennial anniversary of the […]

Business France is organising the French Pavilion at Airport Show Dubai from the 7th to 9th of May 2018 at Dubai World Trade Center, across 156 m² in Za’abeel Hall 5. Renowned for their expertise and know-how in relation to airport services French companies will be at the forefront of the exhibition to showcase their […]

Equitativa, the first and largest REIT manager in the GCC, received dual recognition at the Banker Middle East Awards on Thursday when it was voted as the “Best REIT Manager MENA” 2018, and also received the “Sukuk of the Year MENA” for its “Emirates REIT” five-year sukuk issuance. Equitativa is the founder and manager of […]

Register Online at www.lifestyleexpodubai.com Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Product Exhibition is a brand of signature event so as to promote selected Hong Kong consumer products and their designs.

With Ramadan approaching soon, it is imperative to be prepared to face the month, both physically and emotionally. Let’s be honest, fasting is not easy! But fasting and feasting equals a bad combination, so it is important to take good care of your body and mind. A stay at Clinique La Prairie Spa is the ideal remedy […]

Agility of mind was tested to the core as hundreds of nimble-minded, quick thinking youngsters took on the challenge of mental arithmetic at the 15th UCMAS National Abacus Mental & Arithmetic Competition 2018. The contest tested over 1100 children on their arithmetic skills, involved answering a whopping 200 math problems in a matter of mere […]

KnoWhoMarket, a platform that connects corporations and organizations with experts and speakers, has announced the winner on 5th May 2018. The winner; Sara Shatta is an Egyptian Life Coach and and UAE basedmotivational speaker.  She Co-Founded AIBE (Association of Investment, Business, and Economics) in 2012, her passion is to change people’s lives and help them discover […]

 Within ten years your medical check-up could involve more interaction with sensors, cameras and robotic scanning devices than human doctors and nurses, as healthcare organisations re-build services around the Internet of Things (IoT), according to a new report by Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company. The ‘Building the Hospital of 2030′ report, features the results of interviews […]

Etisalat today announced the achievement of a major milestone at Expo 2020 Dubai with the completion of the first phase of construction of two state-of-the-art Points of Presence (PoPs) that will play a critical role as the main interconnection point for the provision of services to the entire Expo 2020 site as well as serve […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group will inaugurate the Airport Show, the world’s largest annual B2B airport industry event, on 7 May. When the Airport Show opens on over 15,000 square meters of […]

 Oman Arab Bank (OAB), in its constant endeavour to offer its customers the best possible banking experience with great value added benefits, has now entered into an exclusive partnership with the Emirates Airline. The partnership means that OAB Credit and Debit Card customers will now enjoy exclusive discount offerings on online ticket purchases and Emirates Holidays packages. Commenting […]

Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, unveiled the group’s expansion plans for the region at the Global General Managers’ Conference held in Jakarta, Indonesia, last week. Laurent stated, “We have chalked out a very aggressive expansion strategy for the Middle East and Africa with 17% of […]

The United Arab Bank has donated Dh100,000 to the Khorfakkan Club for Handicapped and the Specialist Center for Children with Disabilities. The donation comes as part of the bank’s initiatives to support humanitarian and cultural activities during the Year of Zayed.A Dh50,000 donation was made by the bank to the Khorfakkan Club for Handicappedto support […]

The inaugural edition of the Cigna Park Run, a community outreach event aimed at promoting an active lifestyle, received an overwhelming response from Dubai’s health and fitness enthusiasts with more than 500 attendees arriving at Zabeel Park and 465 participants joining the 2.5 km and 5 km courses. Cigna Insurance Middle East SAL, the premium […]

Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED), recently went on a tour of three Indian cities as part of attracting investors and businesses from strategic markets to base out of Dubai and achieve faster growth and expansion. The roadshow covered Mumbai, the financial hub of India, as […]

Gulf Capital, one of the largest and most active alternative asset managers in the Middle East, was Thursday awarded as the “Best Private Debt Provider” in the region at the Banker Middle East Awards. The awards, which were handed over to the winners in Dubai, recognised the best performers in a range of categories in […]

The new cruise passenger terminal at DP World Limassol has been inaugurated by Cyprus President, Nicos Anastasiades; Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Vassiliki Anastassiadou; the Mayor of Limassol, Nicos Nicolaides, of Cyprus, and DP World Group Chairman and CEO, Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem. The operational opening of the terminal was attended by almost 300 […]

Register Online at www.lifestyleexpodubai.com Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Product Exhibition is a brand of signature event so as to promote selected Hong Kong consumer products and their designs.

Dubai Business Events, DBE, has been confirmed as the destination partner for the Institute of Internal Auditors, IIA, International Conference 2018 in Dubai. Set to be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the four-day conference from 6th to 9th May […]

The UAE has taken part in celebrations in Astana, Kazakhstan, to mark Unity Day, on May 1st, hosted by the country’s President Nursultan Nazarbayev. As part of the UAE’s diplomatic mission to the central Asian nation, Ammar Omar Al-Breiki, third secretary of the UAE Embassy, attended the celebrations, which also saw the attendance of senior […]

Developing the next generation of business leaders, is key to the sustainable success of any company. DP World signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a strategic skills development programme, which will focus on leadership and business management with the renowned Erasmus University, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The joint initiative called “Evolve”, will develop aspiring […]

The efforts of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in the field of environment protection were praised during a seminar that took place yesterday in New Delhi as part of the celebrations of the ‘Year of Zayed’ across India. Dr. Ashok Khosla, Indian environmentalist and Founder of the Development Alternatives group, said Sheikh […]

Further underscoring the significance of awareness creation in achieving the energy reduction target set by the Dubai Demand Side Management (DSM) strategy, Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE), officially unveiled the ‘My Energy, My Responsibility’ campaign. The initiativeseeks to encourage general members of the community to be responsible for their energy resources through cutting down […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation, Empower, has launched its pre-summer awareness campaign, ‘Steps to Cooler Summer’, aiming to prepare the customers, by providing best practices and ways, to reduce district cooling consumption during the upcoming summer season. This helps reduce the energy consumption cost of customers, and ensures customer happiness by providing the best and […]

The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority, FSCA, and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, NCEMA, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, which aims to promote joint cooperation and action in researching information, statistics and studies. The MoU will also cover drafting effective plans and policies and help decision-makers to implement development policies […]

Noor Bank, one of the leading Shari’a-compliant banks in the UAE, today announced the launch of the Noor Business Council (NBC), which is a thought leadership platform. Bringing together SMEs and large corporate clients of Noor Bank, the NBC has been designed to serve as a platform to discuss topics relevant to the business landscape, […]

in5, an enabling platform for students, startups and entrepreneurs, has entered into an agreement with Oracle to help startups in Dubai explore new growth avenues, introduce innovative services, and deliver an exceptional customer experience through driving digital transformation. In its first phase of implementation, the program will witness the participation of in5’s more than 120 […]

Dubai based entrepreneur Ghassan Aboud was awarded as the “Leading Hospitality Investor” during the Leaders in Hospitality Awards event organized by BNC Publishing on April 29th, 2018 at the St Regis Hotel, Dubai. Ghassan Aboud is the promoter of the multi-business conglomerate, the Ghassan Aboud Group that was established 25 years back with the UAE […]

Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has announced that it has won the prestigious Best Islamic Banking Brand award from Global Brands Magazine, an independent leading brand publication that was established with the aim of honouring excellence in brand performance. The award reaffirms the bank’s excellence in innovation, improvement […]

Hussain Al Hammadi, Minister of Education, has recently inaugurated the showCACE senior exhibition at Manarat Al Saadiyat, featuring 43 displayed animation and graphic designs, interior designs and visual arts prepared by 37 senior Abu Dhabi students. Held under the patronage of Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, President of Zayed University, the exhibition which runs […]

Register Online at www.lifestyleexpodubai.com Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Product Exhibition is a brand of signature event so as to promote selected Hong Kong consumer products and their designs.

 Strata Manufacturing PJSC (Strata), the advanced composite aerostructures manufacturing company wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), has signed a Cooperation Agreement (CA) with Dema SpA, the Italian aerospace company headquartered in Naples. The agreement will enable Strata and Dema SpA to create a roadmap that will enable both companies to transfer knowledge and exchange manufacturing services, […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai opens today, May 1st, 2018, the registration for the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport through the website www.sdchallenge.com. HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA, had previously unveiled the initiative in collaboration with Khalifa University and NewCities International Organisation. Adel Shakeri, Director of Transportation […]

Every year, smartphone cameras become more capable, more skillful and more professional; bigger sensors, more megapixels, wider apertures, better quality. Some of them are so advanced that the most amateur of photographers can snap like a pro. 2018 is the year of smartphone cameras, and in today’s smartphone war, smartphone manufacturers have gone all in […]

Lieutenant General Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, Deputy Chairman of Police and Public Security in Dubai, today opened Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference (GISEC) 2018 – the region’s only true information security conference and exhibition – which runs concurrently with the Internet of Things Expo (IoTX) under the umbrella of Future Technology Week from 1 – […]

Dubai Islamic Bank, the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, has been recognized by Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES) for the “Widest Implementation of the Happiness Meter” across its 34 branches in 2017. Mr. Nasser Al Awadhi, Chief of Consumer Banking, received the award on behalf of Dubai Islamic Bank from His Highness Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is celebrating its 25th anniversary to Dammam. Originally operating two flights a week, Emirates now flies four times daily between Dammam and Emirates’ hub in Dubai. Since the start of the Dammam service in 1993, the airline has carried more than 3.8 million passengers. Adil Al Ghaith, Senior Vice President, […]

Under the patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, presided over by His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, the Canadian University Dubai (CUD) in association with the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), Canada, hosted a “Conference on Global Climate Change, Biodiversity and Sustainability: Challenges and […]

National Geographic Abu Dhabi (NGAD)and Almarai announced today the kickoffof the 8th editionof ‘Moments’,its annual regional photography competitionto nurture the talent of aspiring photographers from around the Arab World. Held under the theme ‘People’s Stories from the Arab World’, the 2018 ‘Moments’ competition enables photographers from the region to present a wide spectrum of images […]

Gulftainer, the world’s largest privately owned independent terminal operating and logistics company, has won the Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative of the Year category at the Logistics Middle East Awards 2018 for its Positive Pulse employee wellness programme. Gulftainer was recognised from among 45 shortlisted companies across 12 categories at the event that celebrated excellence in the supply […]

Blossoming from April-May 2018, the inspiration of the Tung Blossom Festival comes from the Hakka people, who live a hard working and simple life nurtured by wisdom that has come down from their original integration into the Taiwanese local culture. The Tung Trees that cover the hills and fields were an important cash crop for […]

‘Great Expectations: The Growth of Institutional Philanthropy in the United Arab Emirates’ is a new report released today by the Middle East Initiative at the Harvard Kennedy School with research partner Globesight, a UAE-based organization advancing social impact.  The report presents the first comprehensive study of the UAE philanthropic ecosystem, with a focus on institutional […]

Cigna Corporation (NYSE:CI), a global health services company, today announced the launch of its group health plan in Lebanon. Aligned with Cigna’s efforts to serve employers in Lebanon, the wide-ranging Global Health Benefits (GHB) plan allows clients to offer their employees access to personalized products, 1.5 million medical providers worldwide, 24/7 customer support, multilingual call […]

Land Rover will mark its 70th anniversary with a global broadcast celebrating the world’s favourite 4x4s and the people who love them. Starring the cars and the people who make and drive them, the online programme will pay tribute to seven decades of adventure, humanitarian aid and hard work across classes and cultures around the […]

The Third Edition of The AICE Accelerator Programme, organised by GEMS Education, culminated in the Demo Day on Monday, April 30, where 50 young inventors and entrepreneurs across 20 teams pitched their concepts and business plans to a panel of judges including leading investors and entrepreneurs. The Programme provides the shortlisted teams with mentorship, training, […]

Dubai is once again the undisputed leader when it comes to attracting high net-worth investors from the GCC countries, according to Joseph Ghossoub, Chairman of luxury residential real estate developer, G&Co. It is estimated that in 2016, 63% of the GCC’s High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) courted investment opportunities in the world’s top luxury real […]

The Economist Events’ inaugural War on Cancer Middle East event, on Tuesday, May 1st 2018, will explore some of the best practices learned from other events in the  global War on Cancer initiative, and evaluate the scale of the problem in the Middle East. With a booming youth population and ambitious plans for the future, […]

Collaborations that focus on shared opportunity, growth and progress are critical for global security, said the Chief Executive Officer of Lockheed Martin at the Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi today. “Public-private partnerships are most effective and most transformative when they are focused on making a strong, long-term impact,” said Marillyn A. Hewson, Lockheed Martin […]

Beko is taking on a global mission to help prevent childhood obesity via its Eat Like A Pro initiative and today, the leading home appliances brand is delighted to announce an exciting partnership with UNICEF and existing sponsorship partner, FC Barcelona and its Foundation, to raise €1,000,000 for the cause. Beko will not only inspire […]

His Excellency Dr. Anwar Mohammed Gargash will offer remarks along with Former US Secretary of State John Kerry, the keynote speaker, at NYU Abu Dhabi’s fifth Commencement ceremony on May 20, 2018. NYU Abu Dhabi’s graduating class is comprised of some 250 students from more than 70 countries around the world. The graduation ceremony will […]

Shams Emaar, the corporate social responsibility team of Emaar, will honour workers for their commitment and dedication to building the city, with ‘A Pack to Give Back’ campaign. The initiative is just in time for the preparations for the Holy Month of Ramadan and as part of Shams Emaar’s #BuildingCommunities campaign. On May 1, the […]

 Al Islami Foods, one of the leading frozen food companies in the UAE and GCC markets today, announced that Mitsubishi Corporation has acquired a minority stake in the UAE-based halal food manufacturer. The decision to partner with Mitsubishi Corporation followed a thorough study by the company into the strategic options for new product development that will help […]

With their commanding driving position and authoritative stance, SUVs are about making a statement on the road, as much as they are about venturing into the great outdoors. However, designing a great looking SUV is a bigger challenge than most would imagine. For a start, the large proportions don’t necessarily lend themselves well to sleek […]

Middlesex University Dubai strives to transform student’s potential into success by offering a student experience with a difference. With the new academic year commencing on 23 September 2018, students applying and enroling to start their studies with the University can now apply for the enhanced International Foundation Programme(IFP). The programme for September 2018 intake will […]

The UAE and the GCC form one of the world’s largest and most dynamic markets for automobiles with Dubai traditionally a centre for used vehicles providing a range of integrated support services for businesses operating in multiple locations. The Dubai Auto Zone (DAZ) launched in 2000 by DP World UAE region has rapidly become a […]

DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, hosted the first day of its two day Global Dubai Tea Forum at The Address Dubai Marina, under the theme of “Brewing the Future of Trade“. Representing all segments of the tea supply chain, more than 450 international delegates, a 39 per cent increase […]

If you are looking to refresh or revitalize your home this Ramadan, look no further. Home improvement and lifestyle store, Al-Futtaim ACE has just launched its new Ramadan collection across its stores in the UAE. The collection features over 800 new and exclusive products ranging from cookware, dinnerware, serve ware, home décor and perfect gifts […]

Town Square Dubai by Nshama has launched Rawda 2 apartments that are located right by the expansive Town Square Park, and offering effortless access for residents to the Reel Cinemas cineplex, and a retail precinct with over 500 retail and F&B outlets in addition to a range of leisure attractions. With views also opening to […]

Leaders from Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), the Abu Dhabi-based global investor, and Lockheed Martin, the global security and aerospace company, today engaged in a Youth Circle focused on mentoring the aerospace leaders of tomorrow. Held on the sidelines of the Global Aerospace Summit in Abu Dhabi, the Youth Circle discussed and debated options on […]

Collaboration between the Gulf Region’s private sector’s and government is fundamental to boosting corporate governance frameworks and enhancing the Region’s economic growth – this was the key message delivered at the inaugural ‘Governance in Focus‘ forum, which took place in Riyadh at the King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC). Held under the patronage […]

 Summertown Interiors, the UAE’s leading fit-out contractor specialising in green interiors, has won The Happiness @ Work Award for “Best Workplace Wellness Program”at last week’s award ceremony in Dubai. The accolade recognises Summertown’s efforts in implementing a workplace wellness program that aims to improve both the wellness and wellbeing of its employees. The inaugural 2017 […]

Mademoiselle Saint Germain is the first brand of cosmetics to use ingredients exclusively from France, and to contain active plant extracts from the King’s Kitchen Garden at the Palace of Versailles. It draws on centuries-old beauty secrets to create simply formulated products free of any controversial ingredients. Users are delighted by the brand’s skincare products, […]

China’s first Atlantis resort, located in the city of Sanya, officially opened on 28 April 2018, culminating four years of anticipation for a close to US Dollar two billion project, developed by owning company – Fosun International and managed by leading international developer and operator of destination resorts, ultra-luxury hotels and residences, Kerzner International. Atlantis […]

Al Tayer Insignia, the retail business of Al Tayer Group, announces it’s collaboration with Beacon of Hope UAE, a charity founded by Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan with the aim of providing light and hope to children in impoverished and war-torn countries through the delivery and assembly of a solar light kit, […]

Cadillac has teamed up with some of the Middle East’s leading fashionistas and artists as it expands its support for the region’s burgeoning arts and design industry. The launch of this exciting new collaboration reflects the success of its ‘Dare Greatly’ brand ethos and is designed to showcase the bold and edgy design of the […]

Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), recorded a net profit of AED 548 million (US$ 149 million) during the first quarter (January to March) of 2018, similar to the net profit of AED 539 million (US$ 147 million) in Q1 2017. Revenue for the […]

The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) today announced a new opportunity for corporations in the GCC to enhance their digital capabilities and accelerate innovation through a new partnership with Silicon Foundry, a leading corporate innovation platform in Silicon Valley, backed by Silicon Valley Bank. This new alliance has been established due to the increased demand by corporations for […]

 At Monza, 41 cars, 12 prestige manufacturers, more than 150 people and 22,000 horsepower came together to recreate a historic portrayal of the Pirelli logo from 1978: 80 metres long and 18 metres tall. As was the case 40 years ago, the modern cars that made up the logo were all extremely varied: different makes, […]

Hyundai Motor has won two of this year’s Red Dot Design Awards, one of the most renowned international design and innovation prizes. Hyundai’s Fuel Cell vehicle NEXO and the subcompact SUV Kona were awarded in the Cars and Motorcycles category. The Kona gained recognition for outstanding design and innovation in ‘SUV/Off-road vehicles’ and the Hyundai […]

Leading UAE-based business services provider, Transguard Group, was honoured on Tuesday, 24 April, at the renowned Dubai Quality Awards, where the company was recognised for delivering business excellence across the organisation. Transguard excelled across all categories in an extensive judging process, which had criteria including business results, leadership skills for shaping the future of the […]

Internet of Things investment will support Lebanon’s IT market growing to LBP 820 billion by 2019, and transform daily lives and businesses, industry experts announced during the recent SmartEx Lebanon exhibition. Lebanon’s nationwide digital transformation, guided by the Lebanon 2020 Digital Telecom Vision, which is seeing USD 600 million invested in fixed and 5G mobile […]

The A.A. Al Moosa pavilion welcomed the visit of His Highness Sheikh Humaid Bin Ammar Al Nuaimi of Ajman who was received by Mr. Abdullah Ahmed Al Moosa, founder and owner of A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises, and expressed his fascination by the portfolio and history of the company, and the iconis three upcoming hotels in […]

Buddha-Bar Beach has made its Middle East debut, bringing Pacific Rim cuisine, cocktails, and cutting-edge beats to The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi. The day-to-night destination takes the famous brand alfresco, bringing bohemian chic design and opulent decor into all-natural elements that integrate stones, wood and colorful organic features with futuristic undertones, and […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, showcased Dubai’s thriving artistic and cultural scene in partnership with the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) during the Arabian Travel Market 2018. The global industry event, which ran from 22nd to 25th April at the Dubai […]

Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG®) continue to help members get the most out of travel through the latest loyalty points promotions. With Marriott Rewards MegaBonus® and SPG More Nights, More Starpoints promotions, members can earn bonus points for every night they stay, beginning with their third night. These rewarding offers allow members to […]

Quiqup, a tech scale-up that offers last-mile logistics services to retailers of all sizes and across all industries, has just announced its first international rollout into Dubai. Quiqup offers local businesses the opportunity to generate additional revenue by offering same-hour and same-day deliveries to their customers through a range of tailored business services. At launch, […]

A total of 33 hotels in the Middle East have made it to the list of the ‘Most Wanted’ hotels worldwide in the ‘Hotels.com™ Loved by Guests Awards 2018’, which were assessed by a panel of experienced judges. Dubai topped the list of award-winning cities with 20 hotels, followed by seven hotels in Abu Dhabi […]

Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG®) continue to help members get the most out of travel through the latest loyalty points promotions. WithMarriott Rewards MegaBonus®and SPG More Nights, More Starpointspromotions, members can earn bonus points for every night they stay, beginning with their third night. These rewarding offers allow members to explore and accrue […]

Dubai Properties, a leading real estate master developer of renowned destinations and communities across the emirate, today announced the launch of a new phase of its highly-successful Villanova community in Dubailand. The third phase of Amaranta, the green heart of Villanova, is slated to begin in the fourth quarter of this year with completion scheduled […]

A new study, conducted by Oman Insurance and Bupa Global, unveiled today that children in the UAE have impressive knowledge around healthy eating and wellness despite rising childhood obesity levels. The study found that 64% of children are aware that 30 minutes is the minimum recommended time to exercise every day. 94% of children are […]

Canon Middle East, a provider of imaging technologies and services, has announced the opening of Space360 within its Middle East headquarters in Dubai. Space360 is a fully functional, innovation-led space that connects minds and drives creativity within the organisation, and also aims to become a centre fostering collaboration between other like-minded entities. The opening was […]

AmCham Abu Dhabi made a significant donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, U.A.E. in support of their ongoing efforts to bring comfort and hope to children with life-threatening medical conditions. The donated funds were raised at the 8th Annual AmCham Abu Dhabi Excellence Awards and 18th Annual Charity Gala held on January 26, 2018. Charitable donations […]

“The best way to celebrate the Year of Zayed would be by spreading Zayed’s glorious human and cultural legacy via all the people of the UAE, to continue his inspirational and noble values, and introduce these ideals to new generations.” – Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan A collective of UAE entrepreneurs has launched StartUpSchool.me, […]

The DIFC Academy of Law and City Law School at City, University of London, today announced a joint venture to launch the region’s first specialised Masters in Maritime Law (LLM). Set to begin in early 2019, this programme is intended for law graduates, lawyers and working professionals across the maritime sector, such as ships’ officers, […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, will honour the most altruistic individuals from the Arab world who have dedicated their lives to helping others during an award ceremony at the culmination of the second edition of the Arab Hope Makers initiative. […]

Alpha Destination Management, a market leader in the tourism sector in the GCC, invited its top tour operators from the UK and Germany to experience the ultimate weekend in Abu Dhabi. Organised in association with Yas Experiences, the UAE’s premier entertainment and leisure destination, the group was treated to an action-packed weekend with an exciting line-up […]

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the World Free Zones Organization’s (World FZO) 4th Annual International Conference & Exhibition (AICE), will host the world’s leading policy-makers, industry experts, business leaders and academics on 30 April and 1 […]

This year’s Middle East Special Events and Exhibition Awards (MESE) resulted in a big day out for UAE’s homegrown Events & Advertising conglomerate – Plan b Group. The group walked away with the industry’s most coveted regional accolade when Plan b Owner & Founder Harmeek Singh got announced as the ‘Industry Icon’ at the evening’s […]

Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) has successfully concluded the second edition of its Innovative Leaders Program, hosted in collaboration with the distinguished Ashridge-Hult International Business School in the United Kingdom. The program was launched in 2017 under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of DWE and wife of […]

Cyber Gear, the leading internet presence provider based in Dubai has published a white paper on ‘SEO, Tips and Tricks’. According to Sharad Agarwal, CEO of Cyber Gear, “Search Engine Optimisation is a game changer for web site owners. Organisations that invest in professional SEO services attract quality visitors which in turn translates to increased […]

Algorythma, the UAE based first-rate end-to-end technology service company, displayed its tech platforms at the Annual MIT SciTech 2018 Conference, one of the world’s largest gathering of leading scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs, held in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.    Algorythma had a strong presence in the conference and other side events, including its participation in the conference’s exhibition […]

The latest business confidence survey conducted by the Department of Economic Development (DED) shows that economic conditions during the first quarter of 2018 (January-March) have improved over the same quarter of last year, and also over Q4 2017. The Composite Business Confidence Index has improved by 5.5 points after registering 116.7 points in Q1 2018 […]

MODUL University Dubai, a subsidiary of Dubai Investments [DFM: DIC], has reinforced its commitment to business excellence through its affiliation with the International Business Excellence Awards 2018 as Education Partner. As part of this, MODUL University Dubai offered a one Full Scholarship worth US$ 30,000 to pursue Masters of Business Administration [MBA] program in the […]

A fully funded scholarship programme with Ajyal International School is being offered to five outstanding Emirati girls in Year Groups 7-12.   The life-changing opportunity being offered by the school and its owner, the Bin Omeir Education Foundation, is aimed at empowering female students and helping young Emirati women to become future leaders in their […]

Aster Clinic, one of the largest healthcare networks in the Middle East, launched a nation-wide initiative called ‘#STUBSUGAR’, to create awareness among the population about excessive sugar intake which is the prime cause for chronic conditions like diabetes and obesity. There have been huge strides in creating awareness about the health consequences caused by tobacco […]

 In an initiative to strategically diversify and stimulate the real estate investments in Dubai, the Dubai Land Department (DLD) has recently unveiled a new mortgage and finance law aimed at attracting foreign investment portfolios, which will catalyze opportunities for partnerships and investments’ financing in the real estate sector. Sharing his thoughts on the newly developed […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has held an elaborate induction workshop for the Hamdan bin Mohammed Award for Innovation in Project Management. The registration for the second edition of the Award has opened through the website (http://www.hbmaipm.com/). Federal and local Government departments across the UAE, as well as representatives of international firms […]

‘Books-Made in the UAE’, a joint cultural project between the UAE Boards on Books for Young People (UAEBBY) and the Goethe-Institut Gulf Region, have participated at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), which was inaugurated yesterday (Wednesday, April 25) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The participation forms part of the project’s endeavours […]

Former Liverpool, Manchester City and Bayern Munich footballer Dietmar Hamann is set to join golfers in the UAE in the fight against one of the world’s most deadly diseases by taking to the course in the first event of the 2018 DHL Swing Against Cancer Golf Series when the DHL Open gets underway at Jumeirah […]

Great Place to Work® – a global research, training and consultancy firm that recognizes the best workplaces in over 50 countries worldwide – has revealed its eighth annual list of ‘Best Workplaces’ in the UAE. The 2017-2018 UAE list is the largest yet for Great Place to Work and recognizes the country’s top employers with […]

 More than USD106 billion worth of projects in the GCC’s water industry are being developed, launched or tendered to suppliers in the region. The progress of these projects and latest trends within the industry will be analysed at the Future Drainage & Stormwater Networks Abu Dhabi and Wet Infrastructure Summit, taking place from 2 to 3 […]

Award-winning local real estate firm Allsopp & Allsopp has carved another industry first in a landmark agreement with property maintenance company Logic Urban Living.  Lewis Allsopp, CEO, says: “We are delighted to announce that anyone taking a full management contract for their property (or property portfolio) with Allsopp & Allsopp will now get a free […]

H.E. Majid Saif Al Ghurair, Chairman of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, called on investors and companies in Dubai to take advantage of the attractive business opportunities in Tanzania as he addressed delegates at the Tanzania-UAE Business & Investment Forum in Dubai. The high-level forum, hosted at the Chamber’s premises today, was organised […]

Pure Gold Jewellers won the coveted 2018 Dubai Service Excellence Scheme Award in the ‘Best Service Performance Brand’ category, for demonstrating excellence and providing customers outstanding service in the UAE. Established in 2002, Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES) award is an initiative of the Department of Economic Development to promote excellence in customer service standards […]

 Under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Salem Abdul Rahman Al Darmaki, Advisor to UAE Minister of Health and Prevention, MENA MedTech Forum, the region’s largest forum for Medical Technology came to a close today, after two days of continuous deliberations and workshops to discuss the future of digital healthcare, and its opportunities and challenges for the region.   Experts from across the world, and MedTech industry executives from the MENA […]

Taqaddam, the British Council and HSBC’s life skills programme for 15-16 year olds in the Middle East and North Africa, was awarded runner up at the International Business Excellence Awards in the corporate social responsibility category. Gemma Barlow, British Council Head of Programmes, UAE, received the award on behalf of the British Council and HSBC […]

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau has successfully concluded a press conference at Arabian Travel Market Media Center today, 23rd April, 2018 as part of their participation at Arabian Travel Market 2018 and its on-going efforts to develop new markets and increase the number of visitors and spend from the region to Sri Lanka. The press […]

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018 announced the winner of its ‘Best Stand Awards’ initiative at a photo-call opportunity on the show floor, yesterday, with industry judges paying a visit to over 500 exhibition stands to select the winner. The Turkish Ministry of Cultural and Tourism took the award for the ‘Best Stand Design’ and the […]

Overcoming extreme temperatures, shifting pack ice, blistering winds, and the ever-present threat of polar bears, 11 predominantly novice female adventurers arrived yesterday at the North Pole, 7 days after launching their expedition. With only two experienced polar explorers among them, the team – consisting of four women from the Middle East and seven from Europe […]

Your favorite YouTuber looks better in widescreen, your phone is a fashion statement, and your photos have to look amazing for Instagram. The UAE’s digital-savvy population expects a lot from their smartphone, leading HTC to announce the local availability of two devices that deliver the goods without breaking the bank: the HTC Desire 12 and […]

Today, Marriott International signed a distribution co-operation agreement with Al Tayyar Travel Group (ATG), which will establish direct connectivity between the two companies, allowing ATG to pull inventory and rates in real time from Marriott International’s reservations systems. This agreement is mutually beneficial to both companies as Marriott International will have access to ATG’s wide […]

With a joint commitment to expand the fashion scene in the Middle East through the support of local talent, Etihad Airways will reveal an all-new loungewear collection in collaboration with online luxury fashion retailer, Moda Operandi, through an exquisite ‘Night at the Museum’ event held at the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi. The new line by Emirati […]

KnoWho Market, a platform that connects corporations and organizations with experts and speakers, has announced the 10 shortlisted candidates who have been selected from the first round of the exciting public speaking competition titled MENA Speaks on 20th April. MENA Speaks is a competition that has been launched by KnoWho Market and it aims at […]

 The Center of Waste Management – Abu Dhabi (Tadweer) has announced its support as a strategic partner and sponsor for the 2018 edition of the Al Dhafra Water Festival. In this role, the Center will provide services at the festival before, during and after the event to ensure hygienic and aesthetic appearances are maintained at the festival site and […]

 In the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance, The Sea of Culture Foundation’s Literary Salon, one of the showpiece events at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2018, today got off to a brisk start with informative talks and lively debates on the UAE’s culture and history by a […]

Golden Tulip Khatt Springs Resort & Spa signed an agreement with Ice Land Water Park under the endorsement of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) at Arabian Travel Market today (Wednesday 25th April). The agreement, which will provide guests staying at Golden Tulip Khatt Springs and Golden Tulip Dibba Oman Resort with complimentary access […]

 Choose Chicago, the official sales and marketing organization responsible for promoting Chicago as a global visitor destination, has launched the ‘Ultimate Choose Chicago Iconic Selfie Challenge’ holiday package, created exclusively for the Middle East market, to entice a greater number of visitors from the Gulf countries to make Chicago their destination of choice for 2018. […]

Muslim travellers will spend $157 billion by 2020, driven by millennial travellers and the top outbound market remains Saudi Arabian, which will grow 17% over the next three years alone, to reach $27.9 billion. The figures were released during Arabian Travel Market’s Global Halal Tourism Summit 2018, which took place at the Dubai World Trade […]

 HP Inc. will be participating at the Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC) 2018 to demonstrate how it is reinventing security by designing its enterprise products for cyber-resilience. This includes its latest portfolio of Personal Systems (PS) and Multifunctional Printers that are equipped with security capabilities built directly into the hardware. GISEC is the region’s premier […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a two-day workshop at its premises which highlighted best practices in sustainability reporting and provided members of its Sustainability Network with frameworks and useful tools for preparing sustainability reports. The workshop, entitled “Roadmap to Sustainability Reporting”, was organised by the Network’s Sustainability Reporting Task Force, and […]

A session about the Future of taxis and ride-hailing apps was chaired by Dr Yousef Al Ali, CEO of Dubai Taxi Corporation, RTA. Topics discussed included current expansion across MENA region, How ride-hailing apps are affecting access to public transport ridership, and How authorities are dealing with ride-hailing apps across MENA in terms of regulations, […]

Dubai Ladies Club is set to host its fifth and largest annual charity fashion exhibition, ‘Designs of Hope’, which will take place this year as a bridal edition from May 2 – 7, 2018. The event is being held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of […]

Emirates has introduced Home Check-in, a new service which allows customers to check in for their flights from anywhere in Dubai. The service is available for customers across all classes travelling on Emirates flights. The new service enables Emirates passengers to complete the security check and check-in from the comfort of their home, hotel or […]

Sweid & Sweid, an Award-winning UAE developer, announced that it has sold over AED 100 million during the pre-launch phase of the Middle East’s first Banyan Tree Residences during the first month of sales. Due for handover in just 17 months (Q3 2019), the G+31 storey tower will become Dubai’s first urban residential resort.  Located […]

Have you experienced the World’s Longest Zipline in Jebel Jais? Thrill-seekers can head to DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island and DoubleTree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah, to enjoy the Zip, Sip, Dip promotion which includes a package with a zipline adventure per stay starting from 1st May, 2018. The Zip, Sip, Dip […]

Experts taking part in the 3rd MENA Transport Congress & Exhibition stated that public transport mobility and management was still facing challenges in cities and areas which were not privileged with the highest development opportunities. And accordingly, such cities were lacking in technologies of compiling and using data and digital information. Conceptions linked to public […]

Meliá Hotels International has announced an agreement to add the Sol Marrakesh, the fifth hotel for the company in Morocco and the second in the country operating under the Sol brand, the company’s family-friendly holiday resort brand. In the popular area of Palmaraie, Sol Marrakesh enjoys a privileged location about 18km from Marrakech Airport and […]

On the heels of their successful New York Fashion Week event last February, Etihad Airways and luxury online retailer Moda Operandi collaborated for a high-profile fashion event at The Louvre Abu Dhabi in support of the industry’s growth in the region. The star-studded event saw the launch of thestylish new exclusive loungewear line by Emirati […]

 dnata was recently presented with the two prestigious awards at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2018 – for the fifth year running, securing the accolade of ‘UAE’s Leading Travel Agency’ and ‘The Middle East’s Leading Business Travel Agency’. The World Travel Awards Middle East, presented at a gala dinner in Ras Al Khaimah, […]

Carlton Hotels & Suites, one of Dubai’s strategically located business and leisure hotels, have unveiled exciting growth plans during Arabian Travel Market 2018, a leading global event which is beneficial to the inbound and outbound travel industry. Across the industry, ATM is considered as one of the most crucial events, which provides an elevated platform for participants to display […]

Dubai Media City, the region’s leading media hub, and Motivate Group in association with Motivate Val Morgan, the official representative of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in the UAE, announced Sumer Kotwal and Gaurav Maitreya as winners of the 16th UAE Young Lions Digital Competition at an awards ceremony that took place at in5 […]

Arafat: Our ambition for railways to lift 10m riders per day Al Khalb: KSA receives 30m visitors to Mecca Al Romaih: We build cities, then we think in public transport Events of the 3rd MENA Transport Congress & Exhibition 2018 continued for the second day running, where several main, subsidiary and parallel sessions were held. […]

Dubai Tourism claimed the Best Stand for Doing Business at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Best Stand Awards. Recognised for creating a busy B2B atmosphere, Dubai Tourism boasted a well-planned and easily navigable layout with a good presentation of their stand and its services. The hotly anticipated winners of this year’s awards were announced […]

In the second session of the MENA Transport Conference, the speakers stated that the global trend is towards using electric and electronic vehicles after the negative environmental impacts of vehicles and buses powered by fossil fuel. Li Jianguo, product manager at Zhengzhou Yutong, said, “There is a dire need for transporting people via electricity-powered transit […]

The historic Alamein resort, built in 1960 by the Sidi Abdelrahman Bay of the Mediterranean Sea and having hosted legendary leaders including Gamal Abdel Nasser Hussein, the second President of Egypt, is readying for a refreshing and contemporary facelift. Emaar Hospitality Group has commenced renovation and redesign work of the property, while maintaining its cultural […]

“The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has always been at the forefront to educate citizens across the country to practice and support sustainable initiatives, and the Earth Day activities this year were a testament of the country’s commitment to its efforts. It was inspiring to witness the contributions made by the public and private sector on […]

Noor Bank, one of the leading Shari’a compliant banks in the UAE, won the ‘Islamic Auto Finance Provider of the Year’ distinction for the second consecutive year at the YallaCompare Banking Awards. The accolade recognises Noor Bank’s suite of auto finance services and tailored auto-focused solutions offered to customers. Speaking on the win, John Iossifidis, […]

Meshwari restaurants are reinventing the wheel with the introduction of the Guacamole shawarma pocket meal to be available for a limited time. The sandwich is a delicious combination of chicken shawarma, guacamole sauce, red cabbage and lettuce in a traditional shami bread. The meal will include the guacamole shawarma pocket sandwich, fries and a soft […]

In collaboration with Meraas, the Dubai-based holding company behind some of the city’s most popular urban destinations, Dutch technology firm 2getthere officially revealed the first Group Rapid Transit autonomous vehicle that will be used at Bluewaters. The new vehicle was showcased during the UITP MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition, the most attended public transport event […]

One of the sessions of the MENA Transport Congress & Exhibition explored the use of information and technology in improving public transport services. The session was moderated by Gerome Borbex, Director, Regional Offices and Services, UITP, Belgium, and six other participants from Hong Kong, UAE, Germany, Canada, France and Turkey. Alok Jain, Director General of […]

The first season of Louvre Abu Dhabi’s public programmes concludes with a concert of popular Arab throwback music with a modern twist by Lebanese hip-hop enthusiast Rayess Bek and visual artist La Mirza in Love and Revenge on 2-3 May 2018 at 8pm n the museum’s Auditorium Plaza. Through a musical evening to be watched, Love and Revenge is […]

In partnership with Asia House, DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, hosted the ‘The New Global Trade Order’ conference at Almas Tower today. More than 300 policymakers and leading figures from the global trade and investment industries gathered to discuss ways to better understand the emerging world trade system given the current […]

In its launch edition last month, The Big 5 Heavy welcomed over 6000 visitors to the Dubai World Trade Centre. When asked, 90% of visitors said that they would return next year. The event brought together 300+ exhibitors across 7000 sqm of specialized exhibition space. It is now the largest event dedicated to heavy machinery […]

Marriott International has today unveiled an array of exciting offers for the upcoming hot months so that guests across the Middle East and Africa can enjoy an unforgettable summer. With a mega 30% off available for Marriott International’s loyalty members and 20% off for non-members, offers available across participating hotels, restaurants, lounges and spas from […]

Novo Cinemas, the region’s most innovative cinema chain, is bracing itself for a bumper weekend across all of its locations, with the release of mega-movie AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR. The final instalment of the Marvel trilogy, which is the first film ever to be filmed entirely in IMAX, will be released in movie theatres on the […]

Udrive, a dedicated pay-per-minute car rental service today opened its services to residents and visitors of Abu Dhabi. As a launch offer, all customers will be allowed a free drive up to a maximum of four hours on April 24-26th. The new service is in line with the Department of Transport’s plans to enhance and […]

 In the latest development of its MAG Alliances division, MAG Lifestyle Development (MAG LD) — the development arm of the MAG Group — has entered a strategic agreement with Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, to provide Etihad Guest members with an exclusive 5% discount on the purchase of units at MAG 318, […]

 A sold-out crowd will witness history as the Saudi General Sports Authority in partnership with WWE presents the first-ever Greatest Royal Rumble at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia this Friday, April 27 at 7:00 p.m. AST. The Greatest Royal Rumble event will air live in the Middle East on MBC Action, KSA Sports 1, Abu Dhabi Sports […]

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) unveiled its new ‘Open to the New Shades’ campaign on the inaugural day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018, today. TAT’s presence at the event aims to increase the number of first-time and repeat visitors from the Middle East visiting Thailand. This year 50 Thai hotels, tour operators, medical service […]

The Dhs650m ($176.9m) J One residential and retail project on the Dubai Canal by the leading property development company RKM Durar Properties has been recognised with “The Best Design” award at Arabian Business Award 2018. Ibrahim Al Habib, the Chairman of RKM Durar Properties said “RKM Durar Properties are extremely honoured to have received Arabian […]

Emirates Holidays, the tour-operating arm of Emirates Airline, and the Dubai Health Authority’s Health Tourism Council are collaborating to offer visitors a plethora of tailor-made health and wellness holidays in Dubai. The move aims to tap into the growing demand for health and wellness tourism, leveraging on Dubai’s established world-class infrastructure for the wellness market. Dubai has […]

Dubai-based real estate agency Allsopp & Allsopp has achieved another first in the fiercely competitive Dubai real estate sector – being awarded for most sales transactions by Dubai Land Department.Allsopp & Allsopp, headquartered in Business Bay, has long been the number one sales generator on Dubai Land Department’s sales app, but this recognition goes beyond […]

Christie’s is pleased to offer the only recorded palimpsest of a Qur’an copied onto a Christian text, which will be offered as part of the Art of the Islamic and Indian Worlds Including Oriental Rugs and Carpets auction on 26 April. This is Lot 1 of the sale, which features nine folios coming from a […]

A panel of travel technology experts from Sabre, wego and Tajawal, came together at the Travel Tech Show at the Arabian Travel Market yesterday (Sunday 22nd April) to discuss the defining evolutions of hospitality technology. During a panel discussion entitled “Distribution evolution and the latest industry trends”, panelists addressed the issues that are becoming increasingly […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts (DPR), the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, today announced the winners of its university project collaboration with Zayed University (ZU) – Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses – which aims at harnessing the perspective of Emirati youth in promoting the destination and positioning Dubai Parks and Resorts at the […]

MAPEI Underground Technology Team (UTT) is fueling the company’s growth across the region thanks to a number of recent, high-profile successful projects, which have helped the company achieve a 4.36 per cent increase in the turnover in the Middle East in 2017 compared to 2016. Italian company MAPEI, the leading manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and […]

Emirates has announced its renewed support to Mauritius and the Seychelles by extending its global marketing agreement with the respective Tourism Boards of the two countries. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed at the 2018 Arabian Travel Market, by Orhan Abbas, Emirates’ Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations for Africa and Sherin Francis, Chief Executive Officer […]

The leading property development company in Dubai, RKM Durar Properties has announced that its masterpiece “J One” project received “The Best Design” award at Arabian Business Award 2018 during an award ceremony held recently in Dubai. Launched in September 2017, “J One” Towers project is an iconic mixed-use residential and retail development featuring a distinctive […]

The Exhibition accompanying MENA Transport Congress (23-25 April 2018) attracted diverse participation of public, semi-public and private entities descending in Dubai from all parts of the globe. Numerous companies & organisations from the UAE, MENA, Europe, USA, Australia, Canada, China, India, Japan, S. Korea, Russia, Netherland and other advanced countries participated in the event with […]

 Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa has been recognised for its continuous efforts and success by receiving multiple accolades at the Middle East Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2018. The global hotel operator claimed 12 awards, including the ‘Middle East’s Leading Business Hotel Brand’ for the third year running – reinforcing […]

RODA Hotels & Resorts, a Dubai-based hospitality management company and a subsidiary of Dubai International Real Estate, today announced the opening of Roda Links Al Nasr, a 4-star property that will target business and leisure travelers who are looking for comfortable, affordable yet chic accommodation in Dubai.Roda Links Al Nasr will open its doors on […]

The advent of Instagram and advanced technology has changed the traveller’s journey from inspiration through to booking, according to a social media expert speaking on Arabian Travel Market’s Global Stage. Those travelling no longer rely on guidebooks or travel catalogues with out-of-date information, or even paper maps to navigate their latest holiday destination. Instead, travellers […]

Under the patronage and attendance of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation and President of the National Olympic Committee, Global Village, the region’s first multicultural festival park and family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment hosted an awards ceremony to honour its partners, government authorities and […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind guide entitled ‘Dubai: The Global Gateway to Halal Industries’ in Spanish. The launch is one of a number of official initiatives that form part of Dubai’s Islamic Economy Strategy for 2017 to 2021.The ceremony was attended by HE Salem Rashid Al Owais, General […]

Meraas has launched ‘Hala China’, a brand-new initiative, in collaboration with Dubai Holding, the global investment holding company, and DXB Entertainments, a Dubai-based leisure and entertainment company. ‘Hala China’ will aim to complement Dubai’s rich calendar of events by creating an annual schedule of exciting events hosted at the destinations of these three companies that aims to […]

Meliá Hotels International has announced the signature of an agreement to operate the Desert Palm Dubai Hotel under its Meliá brand. The hotel is an exclusive 160-acre urban oasis only 20 minutes from the centre of Dubai, providing 39 spacious rooms, suites and villas in an elegant retreat for the most discerning travellers, with an […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, signed an agreement with Cityland Real Estate Development, an investment holding arm of Cityland Group to provide district cooling services to Cityland Mall, at Global Village in Dubai, with a total capacity of 14,000 Refrigeration Tonnes (RT). The agreement reflects growing adoption […]

Serving as a trend-setting leader within the hospitality industry, Le Méridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre has grown alongside the emirate of Dubai, boasting almost 39 years of service excellence.Impeccably designed with contemporary European design references and lavish interiors, Le Méridien Dubai has become an iconic hospitality destination for corporate travelers, leisure dwellers and dining […]

Business France is organising the French Pavilion at Airport Show Dubai from the 7th to 9th of May 2018 at Dubai World Trade Center, across 156 m² in Za’abeel Hall 5. Renowned for their expertise and know-how in relation to airport services French companies will be at the forefront of the exhibition to showcase their […]

A report from the Middle East Facilities Management Association (MEFMA) confidently forecasts that revenues for the GCC region’s FM industry will continue to grow at 10 per cent annually for the next two years. The bullish outlook complements the region’s thriving FM segment with local firms placing key focus towards further growing their core business […]

ISTANA, a renowned luxury multi-brand jewelry retailer in the UAE will host a three-day exhibition for one of the exclusive brands in its portfolio, Adler Joailliers. The showcase is open to the public and will run from April 30th – May 2nd 2018   from their showroom in the Four Seasons Resort, located on Jumeirah Beach Dubai. The exhibition will […]

Emirates won four accolades last night at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2018. The airline was crowned Best Airline Worldwide, Airline with the Best Business Class, Best First Class Airport Lounge in the Middle East and Airline with the Best Cabin Crew – a testament to its commitment to meet and exceed customer expectations […]

DP World, UAE Region has underlined its position as the leading trade enabler by winning the Supply Chain Hub Award at the Logistics Middle East Awards 2018 organised by ITP Media Group. Abdulla Bin Damithan, Chief Commercial Officer of DP World, UAE Region received the award in the presence of leading industry executives from across […]

In partnership with Asia House, DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, hosted the ‘The New Global Trade Order’ conference at Almas Tower today. More than 300policymakers and leading figures from the global trade and investment industries gathered to discuss ways to better understand the emerging world trade system given the current challenges […]

The upcoming release of Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War will see fans’ favourite superheroes from across the Marvel Cinematic Universe unite for the ultimate, deadliest showdown of all time. In anticipation of the movie’s release, Huawei has partnered with four UAE-based artists to create exclusive Avengers themed posters, each adding their own Arab twist to their artwork […]

Innovative Hyperloop connections could reduce travel times between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) by around 34 minutes at some stage in the future, according to expert panelists speaking on Arabian Travel Market’s Global Stage.Providing a lightening-speed Hyperloop transit system would allow airport passengers to travel between both airports in as […]

 Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is introducing a first-of-its kind attraction to the UAE. Announced during the Arabian Travel Market held this week in Dubai, Yas Waterworld’s Cinesplash will use special effects to awaken the senses and take guests on a simulated journey that’s sure to trigger unforgettable memories. Yas Waterworld’s Cinesplash is set to open […]

Arjaan by Rotana located at Dubai Media City has once again proven itself as the premier choice for travelers and visitors at the annual World Travel Awards. At the 25th edition of World Travel Awards hosted at Ras Al Khaimah recently, Arjaan by Rotana won for the 10th consecutive time the Middle East’s Leading Luxury […]

Frenchman Alex Levy surged into the European Tour’s Race to Dubai top ten after a superb display saw him lift his fifth European Tour title at the Trophee Hassan II in Rabat, Morocco.The 27 year old, who becomes the ninth different nationality to win the tournament in as many years, started the final day one shot […]

Emirates and flydubai revealed today strong passenger numbers for the first six months of their partnership, illustrating the tremendous positive response from customers, and the successful start of the expanded codeshare partnership which was announced in July 2017. The first code-share flights began at the end of October 2017. Between November 2017 and March 2018, […]

The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres, after four months of tremendously detailed research, gathering data directly from the source and reviewing of all the information for accuracy, released The 2018 MECSC Directory – “Your Complete Guide to the Retail and Shopping Centre Industry”. David Macadam, CEO – MECSC says, “Each year we pride ourselves […]

“Let’s talk about it—I’ll set up a Webex!” Ever heard (or said) that sentence? If you are like most workers, the answer is yes; the name “Webex” is synonymous with the word “meet”. It is the gold standard when it comes to real-time meetings and getting things done. More than six billion meeting minutes happen […]

The idyllic Mediterranean island of Cyprus continues to strengthen its position as a holiday hotspot with tourism numbers soaring in the first quarter of 2018, following a record-breaking 12 months in 2017.Favoured by holidaymakers and business travellers from the GCC due to its proximity, climate and all it has to offer, Cyprus reported double-digit growth […]

Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) and wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, has announced the second edition of The Innovative Leaders Program in collaboration with the prestigiousAshridge-Hult International Business School. The […]

The Sustainable Communities and Climate Change Summit (SCCCS) was held today, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, to provide a dedicated platform to discuss major regional and international issues in relation to climate change and other sustainability […]

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, officially inaugurated Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018 today, marking the start of the 25th edition of the show. He was joined by Nick Pilbream, Divisional Director, Reed Travel Exhibitions, and other VIPs who embarked on a tour of the exhibition as […]

Bolstering its portfolio, Central Hotels is all set to double its inventory of keys in Dubai next month with the opening of two spectacular hotels namely Royal Central The Palm (207 keys) and Canal Central in Business Bay (280 keys). Both properties have been designed in contemporary style to serve the needs of modern business […]

Grand Hyatt Dubai wins the award for ‘Middle East’s Leading Conference Hotel’ and ‘Dubai’s Leading Conference Hotel’ at the ’25th Annual World Travel Awards 2018.’ The World Travel Awards™ is the most prestigious, comprehensive and sought after awards program in the global travel and tourism industry. To be voted a World Travel Award™ winner is […]

Consolidating its partnership with the world’s leading hospitality brands, Al Hokair Group continues to expand rapidly in gateway business and leisure destinations across the Middle East.Following the addition of 1113 new rooms to its exceptional portfolio of hotels over the last 12 months, the group has increased its inventory of keys by approximately25 percent from […]

Emirates, the Official Airline of the 2018 Arabian Travel Market (ATM), welcomed His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, to its stand during the opening of the region’s largest travel and tourism trade event. His Highness Sheikh Maktoum was officially welcomed by Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Divisional Senior […]

A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises LLC, a Dubai-based service oriented conglomerate that offers a wide spectrum of business interests, today revealed three iconic hotel projects – Hilton The Palm, TAJ Exotica Resort & Spa and Marriott The Palm – with a target opening date of first quarter of 2019. The luxurious properties located on the Palm […]

DXB Entertainments PJSC (DFM:DXBE) owner of Dubai Parks and Resorts the Middle East’s largest integrated theme park destination, and Dubai Airports, operator of the world’s busiest international airport Dubai International today announced a strategic partnership with the aim of creating an unparalleled airport experience while showcasingDubai’s position as the ultimate tourist and family entertainment destination […]

The Finnish tourist authority, Visit Finland, has highlighted an increase in global and UAE visitor numbers as the government entity makes its debut on the exhibition floor at ATM with a new marketing campaign aimed at Middle East tourists, contributing to what is hoped will be a record year for tourism numbers in 2018. Speaking […]

Manazel Real Estate today announced the signing of a co-development agreement with Tasameem Real Estate to develop three new projects in Yas Island, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Jumeirah Village Triangle, JVT. With a cumulative investment exceeding AED500 million, the projects are expected to positively contribute to the firm’s existing portfolio, currently comprised of residential, commercial, […]

Swiss-Belhotel International, the award-winning global hospitality chain, announced today at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai a major milestone of reaching 150 hotels in operation and development. Mr. Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President of Swiss-Belhotel International, commented, “Reaching 150 hotels opened or signed globally is a very important milestone for us and highlights […]

“I have been a musician all my life, but I never understood the physics of sound before we started the School of Noise three years ago in the UK,” says Dan Mayfield, during one of his innovative music workshops he has been delivering at the ongoing Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2018). The artist’s comment, […]

QPQ International, an innovative online networking platform that embraces three of the biggest trends of the future including sharing economy, artificial intelligence and blockchain principles would be launching in the UAE this week. The state-of-the-art platform will cater to established business owners, entrepreneurs, SME’s, influencers and high-net-worth individuals, to help them network and collaborate on […]

Yas Marina Circuit and FLASH Entertainment today revealed the first A-list global music artist performing at this year’s Yasalam After-Race Concert during the FORMULA 1 2018 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX weekend. Canadian R&B star The Weeknd was confirmed as the first artist bringing his incredible voice and on-stage presence to the Yasalam After-Race Concert at […]

Al Farwaniya Property Developments, the developer behind Reem Mall – Abu Dhabi’s latest retail, leisure and entertainment destination, today announced that construction of the $1.2bn project has commenced. The news comes after a $457 million senior credit facility was signed to complete the financing on the project and ItineraGhantoot, a UAE-Italy joint venture, was appointed […]

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy is building a large-scale French Pavillion at BeautyWorld Middle East 2018, taking place from the 8th to the 10th of May at Dubai World Trade Centre. French companies attending will display and demonstrate their latest product ranges, each of which addresses different […]

Fashtory, the modern online directory & network for fashion lovers and designers, has now launched in the UAE. Fashtory, the revolutionary new app taking the fashion world by storm, means fashionistas no longer have to traipse the globe in search of one-of-a-kind pieces. Designers now have an easy to use platform to showcase their works […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams), a Free Zone hub for innovation, hosted a workshop on ‘Marketing Trends in Ramadan’, conducted by a Google Representative, to introduce the businesses registered with Shams to marketing strategies they can tap into during the holy month of Ramadan. The workshop was held at the Sharjah Gold and Shooting Club and […]

The Turkish Cultural and Tourism Office in Dubai launched “The Year of Troia (Troy)” campaign at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) as part of the impressive Tourism Plan of Turkey – 2023 to expand tourism traffic into the country with a focus on particular areas, such as the country’s northwestern region surrounding Canakkale province. “The […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced a number of new initiatives that aim to support the emirate’s economic diversification strategy by establishing Dubai’s real estate sector as the world’s leading property destination. The initiatives will see DLD developing a new mortgage and finance law in order to stimulate investment and streamline financial mechanisms in the […]

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau has successfully concluded a three-day promotional mission to the United Arab Emirates as part of its on-going efforts to develop new markets and increase the number of visitors and spend from the region to Sri Lanka. Headed by Ms. Madubhani Perera, Director/Marketing, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, a delegation of […]

Under the High Patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert ll of Monaco, Founder and President of the Foundation Prince Albert ll;Al-Futtaim, one of the most diversified and progressive regional businesses in the Gulf region, is bringing ‘In The Kitchen With Stars by Robinsons’, a humanitarian fundraising campaign, to the UAE for the first time […]

Trade between Jebel Ali Freezone (Jafza) and India reached over US$ 3.4 billion in 2017. Latest figures from Jafza show that over 788 Indian companies are trading from the freezone serving key markets in the region and building on historical ties that date back to 1985 when it first opened. DP World has extensive business […]

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, was voted the ‘Middle East’s Leading Theme Park’ for the second year in a row by the World Travel Awards, during a gala ceremony held on the evening of April 19th. This recognition by guests and theme park enthusiasts from across the world, follows the iconic Ferrari inspired attraction having previously […]

Etihad Aviation Group today unveiled its extensive Year of Zayed initiatives which are set to be launched throughout 2018. Etihad Aviation Group’s initiatives are based on the four Year of Zayed themes, which are wisdom, respect, sustainability, and human development. The company’s initiatives are: 1) Humanitarian freighter 2) Zayed A380 & Abu Dhabi Experience 3) […]

#ExperienceSeychelles campaign keeps reaching out to travellers from the Arab world, the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) is witnessing a constant growth in visitor numbers from that region. With four daily flights between Seychelles and the UAE; two from Abu Dhabi and two from Dubai, as well as great connections across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) […]

TIME Hotels, the UAE-headquartered hospitality company and hotel operator, is set to announce plans to open six new properties across the Middle East by the end of 2020. The properties, which will see the growth and launch of existing as well as new TIME Hotel brands to key territories throughout the region, will be unveiled […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, is participating in the fourth edition of World Art Dubai through its partnership with Samsung Gulf Electronics, which was originally established to bring digital art to SIKKA Art Fair 2018. World Art Dubai, which was launched to cater to […]

flynas, the Saudi national carrier and leading low cost airline in the Middle East was honored, for the fourth year in a row, with the prestigious World Travel Award for “Middle East’s Leading Low Cost Airline 2018”, during the ceremony that was held on the 19th of April, 2018 at the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al […]

Cisco announced it is a lead sponsor of COMEX 2018, which will be held from April 23-25, 2018 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. The worldwide technology leader will showcase its key architectures and technology solutions including its Enterprise Networking, Cybersecurity, Digital Network Architecture, Data Center and Cloud, Collaboration, IoT and Digitization for Smart […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has been recognised at the World Travel Awards Middle East 2018 with four awards – Middle East’s Leading Airline, Middle East’s Leading Airline Brand, Middle East’s Leading Business Class Airport Lounge and Middle East’s Leading Cabin Crew. The red carpet ceremony was attended by more than 500 industry leading […]

Copthorne Hotel Dubai, the popular hotel in Deira, is partnering with travel agencies and tour operators that are promoting Dubai to new source markets such as Africa and South East Asia as the property sees increasing traffic of travellers coming from these countries. Meetings travel companies servicing those source markets and others will be the […]

Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai is proud to receive the “Hotel of the Year ‘Long Distance’” award during the Goldene Sonne 2018 awards ceremony on 7 April 2018 by SonnenKlar TV, held in Kalkar municipality, Germany. There were over 1,500 attendees, including famous athletes, musicians, TV personalities and movie stars, along with representatives from […]

 Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, organised a number of activities to celebrate World Heritage Day on 18th April in conjunction with the eighth edition of the ‘Live Our Heritage Festival, which is taking place under ‘An Eye on Emirati Cultural Heritage’ theme and will run […]

So you are excited that you are through with renew my passport process and all is set for you to take your maiden trip to the Middle East, and not just anywhere in the Middle East, but the capital of the United Arabs Emirates. Indeed, a trip to the UAE should be exciting to many […]

The competitors for White Collar Fight Night XIX are fast approaching the end of their eight-week training programme before taking to the ring on Friday 4th May at the Andalous Ballroom, Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa in Jumeirah Beach Residence. Making their boxing ring debuts this year in front of a black-tie audience of […]

UAE is home to over 100 nationalities. Each of us has unique shopping habits which have given rise to a diverse range of pre-owned products. Every day, millions of dollars’ worth of new products is bought at malls and online shopping platforms in the region. Automatically, this gives rise to a market for pre-owned/used products. […]

Dubai’s growing community of established art buyers and curious bargain hunters are voting with their feet and their wallets at World Art Dubai, as individual artists and galleries alike reported a flurry of opening day sales of paintings, sculptures and mixed medium artworks at the region’s leading accessible and affordable art fair. Artworks including award-winning […]

Canon, world-leader in imaging solutions, announced today that the company is accepting entries for its New Cosmos of Photography 2018 (41st edition) competition from 18 April. The New Cosmos of Photography is open to entrants globally and is Canon’s cultural project to discover, nurture and support new photographers. Since its launch in 1991, the programme […]

Multi-million selling, International recording artist Craig David regaled and wowed Marriott International’s loyalty program members, partners and invitees from the media with an unforgettable performance at a thoughtfully curated evening last night.  The exclusive event that was held between W Dubai Al Habtoor City and La Perle by Dragone, was a celebration of Marriott International’s […]

 FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, was named ‘Express Logistics Company of the Year’ at the 2018 Logistics Middle East Awards for its commitment to delivering excellence and providing access to customers around the world. The company has more than four decades of global experience […]

Only a week after its launch, Ellington’s latest project, the Belgravia-branded Belgravia Heights I, has recorded a significant response. With only a small number of units left for purchase, the Dubai-born design-led boutique developer with a growing portfolio of bespoke, aesthetic and high-quality homes has received heavy interest from investors and home buyers. Joseph Thomas, […]

Supporting the region’s goal tobring innovation to the forefront of the Arab economy and society, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) hosted the Arab Supply Chain Impact Initiative (ASCII)’s ‘Matchmaking’ event this week. Launched in partnership with the World Economic Forum and the Arab Regional Business Council, the event brought together large corporates and leading startups, […]

Saudi German Hospital has signed an agreement with Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah to establish a 100-bed specialty hospital that will offer a diverse portfolio of healthcare services including medical, rehabilitation and cosmetic services. The hospital will serve the residents and visitors to Al Marjan Island as well as the wider Ras Al […]

A delegation of government officials and business leaders from Ghana held 175 bilateral meetings during a recent high-level trade mission to the UAE, which promoted investment opportunities in the African country. The high-level trade mission was organised by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s representative office in Accra in cooperation with the Ghana Investment […]

The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series returned with its second instalment of 2018 on Wednesday at Louvre Abu Dhabi, exploring the work of one of Sudan’s leading contemporary artists, Ibrahim El-Salahi. Discussing the importance and significance of Ibrahim El-Salahi’s illustrious career and creative output, the talk entitled Pioneering Modernism: Ibrahim El-Salahi, was led by […]

Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea’s largest automaker and proud Official Partner of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, is pleased to announce the launch of the “Hyundai World Football Heritage” contest in the lead up to world’s most prestigious football event. Legendary football stars Thierry Henry, Lukas Podolski and Cafu also took part in celebrating […]

Global air services provider and UK’s leading ground handler, dnata, has been awarded certification for Good Distribution Practice (GDP) by the UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (UK MHRA). The UK MHRA granted dnata full Wholesaler Dealer Authorisation (WDA) after dnata completed the organisation’s Good Distribution Programme, while simultaneously investing into cutting-edge pharma handling […]

Immerse yourself in edge-of-your-seat sporting action, as beIN Sports European football line-up comes to life at Reel Cinemas – The Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina Mall and Guy Fieri’s Kitchen & Bar and Dine-in Cinema by Reel Cinemas at Jebel Ali Recreation Club. Screened live on the big screen, Reel Cinemas is the ultimate destination for larger-than-life […]

Emirates will unveil its new Boeing 777-300ER First Class Private Suite exhibit at the Arabian Travel Market 2018 (ATM). The region’s leading travel and tourism exhibition will run from 22 – 25 April. This year marks Emirates’ 25th year of partnership and commitment to ATM. When the exhibition first opened its doors in 1993, Emirates […]

With the new BMW M2 Competition (combined fuel consumption with six-speed manual gearbox: 10,0 – 9,9 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 228 – 225 g/km*; combined with optional M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT): 9,2 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 210 – 209 g/km)*, BMW M GmbH is setting fresh benchmarks in the compact high-performance […]

Al Qudra Real Estate, the real estate subsidiary of Al Qudra Holding, will be showcasing a range of its modern future projects at Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2018. The event is being held under the patronage of his Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the […]

MARS GCC was recognized for its excellence in sustainable manufacturing at last night’s Logistics Middle East Awards 2018 with the prestigious “Manufacturing Supply Chain of the Year” award. This award is a celebration of a decade of strategic decision making and investments, well designed initiatives, resource and process optimization, and concerted efforts. This win also highlights […]

Mr Buti Saeed Al Ghandi, Second Vice Chairman of the Board, Dubai World Trade Centre Authority, toured the fourth season of World Art Dubai at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today, leading a delegation of officials and high-profile members of the local and global art community in opening the region’s leading affordable art fair’s largest […]

The IMKAN Box, a research lab, atelier and creative studio returns to Cityscape for its second edition, bringing upcoming projects to life through cutting-edge technology, research and design. This year, the box features a unique model 6m x 8m x 6m; showcasing the Ras Al Akhdar development in Abu Dhabi. Heatherwick Studio has conceptualized the […]

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018, the region’s leading travel industry showcase, opens its doors on Sunday 22nd April for four days of business networking opportunities and insightful seminar sessions, where deals worth over US$2.5 billion will be agreed. Now in its 25th year, the 2018 edition will welcome over 2,500 exhibiting companies and an expected […]

Temenos (SIX: TEMN), the banking software company announces that Docswallet has won the public vote for best Fintech at its annual Abu Dhabi Innovation Jam 2018. The victorious Fintech were presented with the winning trophy by Richard Teng, CEO of the Financial Services Regulatory Authority, Abu Dhabi Global Market and Jean-Paul Mergeai, Regional Director, Temenos. […]

Continuously striving to provide services specifically catered to businesses in the UAE, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), recently announced its new Budget Smartphone Offer. The offer will allow companies to buy affordable devices for their employees through easy interest-free installment plans of 12 or 24 months, starting from AED 10 per month and […]

 The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) has announced its strong participation at the Arabian Travel Market 2018 (ATM) trade show, to be held in Dubai from 22-25 April.As part of its push to grow tourism from the GCC region, the German National Tourist Board, together with 21 leading tourism enterprises from Germany, will be attending […]

Dubai’s leading private members-only business club, Capital Club celebrates a remarkable 10 years in business this April. Having evolved alongside the DIFC community, which now welcomes more than 22,000 people daily, Capital Club Dubai has established itself as the hub for Dubai’s business elite, in the heart of the leading financial district of the Middle […]