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 […]

EZRA MILLER notably is “Barry Allen” a.k.a. “The Flash” in the DC Universe.  Most recently, Miller starred in the JUSTICE LEAGUE film alongside Gal Gadot, Ben Affleck, Ray Fisher, and Jason Momoa. Ezra’s character was first teased in BATMAN SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE. Previous to that Miller starred in the Harry Potter spin-off franchise FANTASTIC […]

The Indian ocean nations are rich in underwater reefs and sea life, with picture postcard-perfect beaches, verdant natural forests and diverse flora, the region’s nature is a wealth that needs to be preserved. Dotted along the Indian ocean, Constance Hotels and Resorts is constantly evolving its environmental measures to protect marine life and nature at […]

Majid Al Futtaim – the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia – is launching its new Spring Summer Fashion Campaign at City Centre Mirdif, offering visitors a unique, engaging and personal experience with renowned brands. From now until April 14, 2018, visitors are invited to the […]

The Green Business Summit, taking place at the Rosewood Hotel, Abu Dhabi on April 17th, will focus on the effect of economic growth on the natural environment, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), and how businesses and the private sector can align growth with sustainable development. Vladimir Ryabinin, Executive Secretary of the […]

Communities across the UAE are being urged to come together to say “Shukran Zayed” by sending their messages of gratitude to commemorate a century since the birth of the founding father of the UAE, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Abu Dhabi-based developer Tamouh Investments has launched the social media initiative using the […]

The International Property Show (IPS), the Middle East’s biggest property sales platform for local and international real estate markets, is set to open up a wealth of promising Egyptian investment opportunities at the show’s 5,000-square-metre Egypt Country Pavilion, which will be managed by IPS Strategic Partner Makanak Real Estate Club (MREC), one of the leading […]

Aldar Properties PJSC (‘Aldar’), Abu Dhabi’s leading listed property development, investment and management company, hasappointedTrojanGeneral Contracting LLC asthe main contractorfor Water’s Edge, its latest waterfront development on Yas Island. TheAED 1.3 billion contract follows the award of the early works package to Dutch Foundation, who commenced work on site in February this year. Located on […]

yallacompare, the Middle East’s leading comparison site, has announced groundbreaking plans to build and market a new type of electric car, dubbed the ‘yallacar’. With sleek exterior styling, the futuristic two-door coupe will have fully autonomous capabilities, and it will be the world’s first electric car to be built on the blockchain with a decentralised […]

 May to September will see three Celebrity Cruises sail from Alaska up to British Columbia in Canada, with a journey through wild terrain, natural wonders and rugged beauty as the pristine final frontier unfolds across 7-days that feature whales, glaciers and fjords. Set out on an unforgettable adventure where you’ll get up close and personal […]

Participants in Sharjah’s International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2018) have recommended the establishment of ministries for media marketing to enable governments to build the reputation and values that facilitate communication with people. They have also called for the setting up of digital platforms to support public engagement in national decision making; creation of social media […]

A month dedicated to honoring women ended on a high note with the launch of Aster Volunteers’‘DIVA’, aimed at bringing happiness to women in need.With the support of CSR impact partner, SmartLife, the DIVA programme invited its first100women from labour camps across the UAE to receive free medical checkups, participate in health talks, enjoy food […]

Excitement at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi spiked as members of the Harlem Globetrotters, an American iconic exhibition basketball team, stopped by the park to show off some of their best tricks and unrivalled stunts. The Harlem Globetrotters, best known for their unique blend of family entertainment and incredible basketball skills, was in Abu Dhabi as […]

Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED), and Dubai Science Park (DSP), the holistic science-focused business community, joined hands to promote current and emerging investment opportunities in Dubai at the GLOBE Forum and Innovation Expo 2018 held in Vancouver, Canada, 14-16 March 2018. The GLOBE Forum 2018, […]

MODUL University Dubai, the first Austrian University in the Middle East which offers cutting-edge education programs across different fields, has announced academic merit scholarships worth AED 1 million apart from exclusive study grants and guaranteed paid internships to students to mark the Year of Zayed. The University, which offers 360-degree higher education programs aimed at […]

Gulftainer, the largest privately-owned independent port operator in the world, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has announced that its subsidiary GT USA has inked an agreement on terms with the State of Delaware, USA, which would grant GT USA exclusive rights to operate and develop the Port of Wilmington for 50 years. Terms […]

The Port, Customs & Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) has launched its one-of-a-kind “Dhowber” project to strengthen the UAE and Dubai’s leading global position in the maritime transport industry and help shape the sector’s future. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council and […]

Expo Centre Sharjah has announced that it will host 500 local and international brands and companies at the 44th edition of the MidEast Watch and Jewellery Show. The biannual Show will launch on Tuesday, with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The Show, which will be held from April 3rd to 7th, […]

The Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), the first research and teaching institution to focus on governance and public policy in the Arab world, has organized the fifth station of its ‘Future Trip’ programme, in collaboration with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) at the authority’s headquarters in Dubai’s Academic City. Now in […]

Now, each time the users of Etisalat services pick up their phone and send an SMS to the number 1110, you would have contributed ‘a dirham of hope’ to the treatment, support and wellbeing of a cancer patient in the country. This great opportunity for community service is the outcome of a fundraising initiative, ‘Dirham […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has signed an e-mortgage agreement with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), which was signed by His Excellency Juma Bin Humaidan, Deputy Director General of DLD, and His Excellency Mohammed Abdulla Al Nahdi, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of DIB. His Excellency Juma Bin Humaidan, Deputy Director General of DLD, commented: “Our new e-mortgage […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has replaced several waterbuses by air-conditioned abras in Dubai Marina. The new abras are more convenient to riders and have better operational efficiency. They avail riders an enhanced view of the picturesque landscape of Dubai city, and offer the service at exactly the same fare. “The teams of Marine […]

Dubai Internet City (DIC) concluded two days of hosting the STEP Conference held on its premises. The event, which saw more than 6,000 visitors, including professionals, startups, entrepreneurs and students visiting the Dubai Internet City community, brought together over 300 speakers from across the technology ecosystem. STEP, which comprised four different conference streams running in […]

The Outlet Village, Dubai’s indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas, exhibited 100 of the best artworks of the Zayed Painting Contest.The competition had challenged students aged nine to 12 years from 100 schools across the UAE to create art inspired by the life, guiding values and vision of the founding father of the UAE, […]

A delegation from the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) visited a number of schools in Uganda and Tanzania under the theme, “Dubai Reaches out to Africa’ where two school buses, 400 bags containing school supplies and 50 bicycles were provided in cooperation with Al-Futtaim Motors and Dar Al-BeirSociety in Dubai. This formed a part […]

While governments have the responsibility of keeping themselves and their citizens connected inwards and outwards, the public must also be mindful of their internet use and question their objectives.Dr. Fahim Kibria, CEO of Kotler Impact, led conversations of how governments can establish a “people-focused” communication model, allowing both sides to develop a communication framework that […]

The Sharjah Press Club, operating under the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, organised an interactive session titled “The Future of Communication”, on the second day of the 7th International Government Communication Forum, in partnership with the Arabic edition of the world’s leading business magazine, Harvard Business Review (HBR). The session has attracted a mass of some […]

The business of government has changed dramatically in recent years. So it’s no surprise that the transformation of government operations, coupled with an unprecedented rise in citizen expectations have created extraordinary demands on government communicators. The inaugural session of day 2 at the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2018) shed light on the issue at […]

IWC Schaffhausen launches a new piece of technology, offering customers the opportunity to create a personalized version of the iconic Ingenieur Chronograph. With an easy-to-use configuration tool on iwc.com, customers can design their timepiece by choosing different case materials, dials, hands, straps, and back engravings. With this new development, the Swiss luxury watch manufacturer responds […]

For its 10th participation in Baselworld, Swarovski takes again residency on its spectacular 2000m2 booth situated in Hall 1.1, inviting visitors to an immersive sparkling experience. True highlight, the Fall Winter 18 watch collection takes a brilliant centre stage, starring Crystal Lake and its distinctive dial crafted from a single piece of sapphire crystal. The […]

The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), one of NAMA Women Advancement Establishment’s (NAMA) entities, sponsored four of its members to showcase their startup businesses at STEP 2018, one the region’s most experiential entrepreneur events. With a focus on technology, the business owners at the STEP Start Conference highlighted the latest innovations in their products and […]

Global Village, the region’s first multicultural festival park, and a family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment saw an unprecedented guest turnout with more than 110,000 guests attending on Friday, March 30th. International pop superstar Liam Payne regaled audiences, performing his global hits including Bedroom Floor, Strip That Down and more at the Main Cultural Stage as […]

The second and last day of the seventh edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF), opened with an inspiring session led by IGCF 2018’s Guest of Honour, Nobel Peace Laureate and former Polish President Lech Walesa, and HE Tariq Saeed Allay, Director of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB). Moderated by Maqsoud Kruse, Executive […]

Dubai International, DXB, has welcomed nearly 7 million passengers in February, according to the monthly traffic report issued by operator Dubai Airports today. The monthly traffic in February totalled 6,928,547 compared to 6,948,157 passengers recorded during the same month in 2017, down marginally by 0.3%. The year to date traffic reached 14,888,693 passengers, down 0.6% […]

A panel of distinguished female politicians, entrepreneurs and academics took part in a discussion on the final day of the 7th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) at Expo Centre Sharjah to discuss the role of women leaders in the digital future. Vanessa D’Ambrosio the youngest former Head of State of San Marino, Baroness Michelle Mone, […]

In line with its commitment to safety and continuous innovation, Chevrolet has created a cutting-edge product feature directly addressing the shifting landscape of distracted driving culture. As the dangerous practice of driver-selfies continues to rise, Chevrolet has come up with a hands-free solution to keep drivers’ focus on the road while capturing the perfect driving […]

RISE Dubai Creek Harbour at Dubai Creek Harbour by Emaar, the go-to venue in the city for families and kids and every creative soul, will mark the grand finale of its second season on March 30 and 31, after 20 weeks of offering fun-filled activities that welcomed thousands of enthusiastic participants. The final-weekend of RISE […]

The Range Rover Velar has been judged the most beautifully designed vehicle on the planet, winning the World Car Design of the Year title at the 2018 World Car Awards. Bringing glamour, modernity and elegance to the Range Rover family, Velar offers a unique combination of design excellence and engineering integrity. Prof. Dr Ralf Speth, […]

Living in an age of transformation, and in an age of rapid change, humanity is slowly falling into a state of vertigo, overwhelmed with the pace of change and how it is increasingly taking place in real time. However, Jason Silva, Global Speaker and host of National Geographic’s “Brain Games”, sees great potentials in humanity, […]

Speaking at IGCF, Sharjah, Dr Mohammed Ayish of American University of Sharjah outlines the skills needed to become a successful digital diplomat and the challenges that the virtual world poses Diplomats must demonstrate and prove their presence in today’s digital world through strategic, creative and analysed messages to create an effective foreign policy for their […]

Emirates is providing an immersive cinematic experience in its lounges in Dubai International Airport by providing Skylights theatre headsets to customers. The headsets are being trialled in the Business Class lounge in Concourse B for the month of April and in the First Class lounge in concourse B in May. The introduction of these innovative […]

Cadillac Middle East has announced the arrival of a limited run of 25 cars of the new Championship Edition of the ultra-high-performance model – the Cadillac CTS-V super sedan to the region. The Championship Edition model celebrates Cadillac’s first-ever endurance racing title, representing the 2017 International Motor Sport Association (IMSA) Manufacturer, Driver, Team and Endurance […]

The 5th edition of the Real Estate Exhibition Acres 2018, wrapped up at Sharjah’s EXPO Centre. Investors and industry professionals gathered to explore the latest and most promising investment opportunities in Sharjah, and learn about the sector’s growth potential, emerging trends, and government initiatives. The exhibition was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh […]

TECOM Group has partnered with Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC) to provide a comprehensive range of medical insurance solutions to the Group’s community members. As part of this strategic agreement, business partners, employees, their families and students will now be able to access this offering seamlessly through axs, TECOM Group’s smart gateway for integrated […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has won three prestigious awards of The Green Organisation in sustainability and green economy during an event held in RTA Head Office as it is the recipient of the most coveted awards. The event hosted representatives of winning organisations descending on Dubai from all corners of the globe. The […]

The average 300-room hotel in Dubai will be faced with a bill for AED2.45 million over the coming five years, as bandwidth capability is multiplied to meet rising guest demand, according to the latest data published ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2018, which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 22-25. The figure, […]

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) has announced a series of workshops to be organised in collaboration with LinkedIn as part of the Arab Professionals Forum. The two entities had launched the Forum last year to provide a platform for Arab professionals from all around the world, and foster stronger cooperation among […]

Emirates is celebrating the Easter holiday with a range of treats available to customers across all classes on board and in the airport lounges from 30th March to 2nd April. Emirates customers travelling from Dubai to destinations in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Argentina, Brazil and the Philippines will be able to enjoy the Easter […]

This week, Tejari and JAGGAER re-launched in the Middle East following the recent acquisition of strategic procurement company, BravoSolution. The acquirement comes as JAGGAER identifies the Middle East as a key growth market now making the company the largest independent, vertically focused spend management solutions company in the world. During the highly anticipated re-launch events […]

Simon Anholt, British policy advisor and founder of the ‘Good Country Index’, held a workshop on the sidelines of the International Government Communication Forum 2018 (IGCF), highlighting the importance of a nation’s reputation and its impact on the country’s presence among advanced nations. The workshop introduced heads and directors of Sharjah government entities and departments […]

His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, UAE Minister of Economy and Chairman of Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC), received a high-ranking delegation from the Republic of Korea, led by His Excellency Kim Dong-yeon, Minister of Strategy and Finance and Deputy Prime Minister. The meeting at the Dubai headquarters of the UAE Ministry of […]

With the countdown to the world’s richest horse race in its final stage, racing fans are looking forward to the DP World sponsored $6 million Dubai Turf horse race at the Dubai World Cup Meeting next week The premier Group 1 race for thoroughbred horses aged 3 years and above is the penultimate event on […]

 HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Dubai Air Navigation Services, affirmed that 2017 has been an exceptional and ground breaking year in the history of Dubai Air Navigation Services, revealing that the organisation has achieved three strategic projects that are of paramount significance to the Aviation sector […]

At Cadillac House in Manhattan today, Cadillac unveiled the first-ever XT4, an all-new compact SUV tailored for the next generation of luxury customers. Developed on an exclusive compact SUV architecture, Cadillac’s entry in the industry’s fastest-growing luxury segment delivers expressive design, confident performance, spacious accommodations and new technologies. “The first-ever 2019 Cadillac XT4 expands our […]

Global Village, the region’s first multicultural festival park, and a family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment is all set to host the live concert of international pop superstar Liam Payne. The concert will take place on Friday, 30thMarch 2018, from 9:00 pm at the Main Cultural Stage as part of the Global Village Season 22 […]

ENOC Group won Roads and Transport Authority’s (RTA) Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST) 2018 under the Environmental Category, in recognition for its various sustainable initiatives. The award was presented by H.H Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation The Awards were established to encourage contribution towards the improvement of […]

The Jaguar F-PACE, 2017 World Car of the Year and World Car Design of the Year, gets the SVR treatment to make it the fastest and most powerful F-PACE yet, with an enhanced chassis and aerodynamics for maximum driver reward in all conditions. Engineered by Special Vehicle Operations (SVO), with a 44% uplift in power, […]

The Galleria on Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi’s luxury shopping and dining destination, is adding the trendy all-day dining café and restaurant, L’ETO, to its already impressive portfolio of F&B venues. The venue will open its doors this summer, along the stunning waterfront promenade, where visitors will be able to enjoy their favourite items, such […]

The National Media Council (NMC)’s Board of Directors underlined the importance of developing local media content production to achieve the National Agenda 2021 and the UAE Centennial 2071 Plan, at its meeting yesterday, chaired by His Excellency dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of State and NMC Chairman. Present at the meeting were H.E. […]