By arranging a Sustainability-Linked Loan (SLL), Sidara continues to align its business operations with its foundational commitment to elevating sustainability and to providing clients and communities with solutions that reduce carbon emissions and safeguard the planet. Dubai, 31 January 2024: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region, […]
Read More →Dubai, UAE, 31 January, 2024: National Bonds, the specialist UAE leading savings and investment company, has released findings from its recent survey, shedding light on the financial behavior, saving aspirations, and trends prevalent among both UAE nationals and expatriates, across different generations (Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and above). According to the survey’s key findings, 57% of the […]
Read More →Dubai, UAE, 31 January, 2024: National Bonds, the specialist UAE leading savings and investment company, has released findings from its recent survey, shedding light on the financial behavior, saving aspirations, and trends prevalent among both UAE nationals and expatriates, across different generations (Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and above). According to the survey’s key findings, 57% of the […]
Read More →As the cycling community gears up for the 14th edition of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, in partnership with Dubai Sports Council, organizers have announced the official 2024 race route for the Dubai Gran Fondo UCI World Series Qualifier event on Sunday 25th February. Taking in stunning views and iconic locations across the city […]
Read More →From 1 February onwards, Emirates is launching an innovatively designed, complimentary inflight loungewear set for Business Class customers including a relaxed cowl neck top and drawstring pants, comfortable slippers, and a matching eye mask. The luxurious loungewear is designed to be the ideal ‘flight fit’ – perfect for sleeping in, but also suitable to wear […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the Algeria Street Improvement Project stretching 2 km from the intersection of Algeria Street and Al Khawaneej Street (South) to the intersection of Tunis Street (North) at Al Muhaisnah (1) and Al Mizhar (1). The project is part of RTA’s continuous efforts to upgrade road infrastructure across […]
Read More →The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) reported over 51 million communication processes with its customers through its communication system ‘Tawasul’ in 2023, marking an increase of approximately 65% compared to 2022, where around 31 million processes were reported. The Ministry’s communication system ‘Tawasul’ offers 14 smart digital channels for customers, including the call […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has completed its energy conservation project’s first and second phases. As part of this project, they installed 19,968 energy-saving LED bulbs in metro stations and facilities. This initiative has saved approximately 16.7 million kilowatts of energy within two years, which amounts to AED7.6 million. Additionally, it has reduced the carbon […]
Read More →The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) reported over 51 million communication processes with its customers through its communication system ‘Tawasul’ in 2023, marking an increase of approximately 65% compared to 2022, where around 31 million processes were reported. The Ministry’s communication system ‘Tawasul’ offers 14 smart digital channels for customers, including the call […]
Read More →The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), participated in the 14th Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) Summit in Geneva, Switzerland, held under the theme ‘The Impact of Climate Change on Human Mobility,’ alongside France – the current chair of the Forum – and Colombia – the upcoming chair. […]
Read More →Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced the 23% construction completion of Azizi Vistain Dubai Studio City, one of Dubai’s most distinguished residential areas, with its projected completion date set for Q3 2024. With a dedicated workforce of 255, construction is advancing swiftly. The structural work currently at 59%, blockwork at […]
Read More →Mashreq proudly announces its financial results for the fiscal year 2023, showcasing an unwavering commitment to and achievement of a robust and sustainable growth trajectory. The company’s dedication to client centrism and operational excellence is evident in the noteworthy Earnings per Share (EPS) of AED 42.82, a testament to its resilience and ability to create […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will host the International Commission for Driver Testing Congress (CIECA Congress), at the Dubai World Trade Center (6th-7th March 2024). The congress will feature 16 prominent international speakers, alongside the participation of driving institutes and universities across the nation in addition to several RTA agencies and sectors. This event, […]
Read More →Emirates has become the first international airline to join The Solent Cluster, a UK initiative focused on low carbon investments established to reduce CO2 emissions from industry, transport and households in the South Coast of England. The Solent Cluster is a cross-sector collaboration of international organisations, including manufacturers and engineering companies, regional businesses and industries, leading logistics and […]
Read More →Gulf Capital announced today that the Saudi Council of Health Insurance (CHI) presented its Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) portfolio company, ACCUMED Saudi Arabia, the prestigious ‘Best RCM Service Provider of the Year’ Award. This accolade is a significant testament to ACCUMED’s leadership and innovation in the healthcare sector. Dr. Ayham Refaat, Founder and CEO […]
Read More →202 students from 24 UAE schools made a splash at Emirates Aviation University’s seventh Water Rocket Competition, held in collaboration with Boeing. Students in grades 11 and 12 from schools across the UAE built rockets using materials at hand. Each year, the challenge for participants is to launch water rockets at a 45-degree angle, powered […]
Read More →Gulf Capital announced today that the Saudi Council of Health Insurance (CHI) presented its Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) portfolio company, ACCUMED Saudi Arabia, the prestigious ‘Best RCM Service Provider of the Year’ Award. This accolade is a significant testament to ACCUMED’s leadership and innovation in the healthcare sector. Dr. Ayham Refaat, Founder and CEO […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract to upgrade the existing nol (Card-Based Ticketing System) to a sophisticated, central wallet technology (Account Based Ticketing System), aligning with the top global practices. This project, which requires an investment of AED350 million , is one of the key deliverables of RTA’s Digital Strategy Roadmap […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has obtained the BS 8001:2017 certification in circular economy from the British Standards Institution (BSI), marking it as the first government entity in the Middle East and North Africa to obtain such a certification. This accomplishment is in line with RTA’s strategic goals and objectives that promote sustainability as […]
Read More →Emaar Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality brand with iconic luxury and lifestyle hotels and residences around the world, is pleased to unveil its own lifestyle gym brand, VEO. Launching in April, VEO will be the newest community space for people passionate about wellness and fitness, opening in some of Emaar’s iconic properties across Dubai with […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has extended the deadline for submissions to the 13th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST) to 15th March 2024. The extension aims to encourage a wider range of participants, including governmental, semi-governmental entities, and private companies from both the UAE and the Middle East and North Africa region, to […]
Read More →Dubai Duty Free Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin, receives the Lifetime Achievement Award from Ali Akawi, CEO of ITP Media Group Dubai Duty Free Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin was presented with the coveted Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Arabian Business Achievement Awards held last night, 25th January at Atlantis […]
Read More →Nakheel, the world-leading master developer, concluded a successful partnership with Hero Dubai Desert Classic during its landmark 35th edition held at Emirates Golf Club recently. Defending champion and world No 2, Rory Mcllroy successfully defended his title for the fourth year with an impressive one-shot win at the global event that drew the best golfers […]
Read More →The enchanting dance adaptation of “Le Petit Prince” unfolded its magic on the opening night at Dubai Opera, captivating the hearts of the audience with a spellbinding performance. Dubai Opera and Broadway Entertainment Group are delighted to announce the resounding success of this timeless masterpiece on its premiere night. The stage came alive with the […]
Read More →Dubai Municipality and Deliveroo have jointly completed the renovation of a local cricket pitch and basketball court at the Hor Al Anz Community Playground, as part of the municipality’s focus on enhancing public facilities and developing recreational spaces for residents and visitors to improve the quality of life in the Emirate. The initiative also bolsters Deliveroo’s […]
Read More →Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced it will ramp up its operations in Australia by upgrading its second daily flight EK430/431 between Dubai and Brisbane to an A380 starting from 1 October, along with adding a second daily service between Dubai and Perth operated by a Boeing 777-300ER starting from 1 December. From […]
Read More →Hundreds of Emirates Group employees descended on the Dubai desert this week to successfully set a new Guinness World Records title for the Most nationalities in a yoga lesson. The event, designed to kick-start the new year with a unique wellness initiative, saw participants from 144 different nationalities take on the challenge at sunset. The initiative […]
Read More →His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Commissioner-General for Infrastructure, Urban Planning and Well-Being Pillar, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, and His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, honoured the companies and drivers who emerged as winners of the Delivery Sector Excellence Award, […]
Read More →Emirates and Real Madrid are capturing the attention of football fans around the world with the launch of an ad, starring some of the stars of the club, to entice customers to travel across the airline’s network of more than 130 destinations. The commercial features Real Madrid players Nacho, Vinicius Jr., Kepa and Rodrygo, who, […]
Read More →In 2023, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) issued 67,341 permits for practising the passenger transport profession. The figure encompasses 6,883 permits for school transport drivers, 20,483 permits for limousine chauffeurs, 30,215 permits for taxi drivers, 6,813 permits for school transport attendants and 2,947 permits for the Naqel service, which facilitates passenger transport from other […]
Read More →Dubai Duty Free officials at the Finest Surprise draw for a luxury car. An Indian national based in Saudi Arabia has been added to the ever-growing list of Indian winners of US$1 million when the draw for the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire promotion was held today at Concourse A of Dubai International Airport. […]
Read More →Dubai Municipality announced the outstanding success of its second edition of Souq Al Freej, a unique initiative aimed at supporting small and domestic entrepreneurs in promoting their products. The event witnessed a notable turnout of over 157,000 visitors, marking a remarkable 50 per cent increase from the first season’s 95,000 visitors. The festivities of Souq […]
Read More →Fever, renowned for its captivating and immersive multi-sensory international Candlelight Concerts, presents a Valentine’s Day special to celebrate the most romantic day of the year. Hosted at Royal Lawn Piatti, Raffles The Palm, Dubai, and Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi Hotel on February 14th and February 18th, 2024, respectively, the concert will feature music from […]
Read More →Emirates has announced a fifth frequency on its Dubai – Rio de Janeiro route, starting 7 December 2024. The additional weekly flight on Saturdays will provide increased capacity on its service to the Brazilian city and will support the growing demand for travel on the route. Additionally, the linked service allows travellers to conveniently travel […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with the United Nations Committee of Experts on Big Data Science and The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC) have organised for the first time in the region, the International on Data science for the Statistical and Transport Communities. The event aimed to draw a global assembly […]
Read More →Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE-based fintech firm, Fils, to develop a corporate carbon offsetting offering that helps corporate and institutional clients to integrate carbon offsetting directly from their Mashreq corporate accounts. Fils is a groundbreaking, enterprise-grade, digital platform that […]
Read More →Dubai Duty Free officials headed by Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin with World No 2 Rory McIIroy holding the winning ticket to the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise promotion. Also in the picture are Ramesh Cidambi, COO, Salah Tahlak, Joint COO and Sinead El Sibai, SVP – Marketing World No. 2 Rory McIlroy […]
Read More →Dubai Duty Free’s Senior Vice President of Marketing, Sinéad El Sibai, accepts the Irish Presidential Distinguished Service Award from Irish President Michael D Higgins. Also present is the Presidents wife, Sabina. Dubai Duty Free’s Senior Vice President for Marketing, Sinéad El Sibai has received the Irish Presidential Distinguished Service Award from President Michael D. Higgins […]
Read More →Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will introduce an additional Premium Economy service between Melbourne and Dubai, available from the 1 February 2024 on EK408 and EK409. The additional service follows the debut of Emirates’ Premium Economy service from Melbourne in April 2023, when the new cabin was made available on the daily EK406 and […]
Read More →Dubai has registered a 3.3% rise in real gross domestic product in the first nine months of 2023, further demonstrating its economic strength, resilience and robust growth potential. The achievement reflects the city’s sustainable development strategies and its continued dynamism as a leading global economic powerhouse. From bustling tourism hubs to tech-powered communications networks, Dubai’s […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has executed a series of traffic improvements at 14 sites across Dubai in 2023. These solutions contributed to cutting travel times by up to 50% at certain locations and enhanced the vehicular capacity of numerous roads by as much as 25%. Undertaking these projects is part of RTA’s Quick […]
Read More →Dubai Municipality successfully planted more than 185,000 trees in the Emirate in 2023 as part of its afforestation initiative, with an average of 500 trees daily, increasing the total green area by 234 hectares, up from 170 hectares in 2022. This achievement highlights the Municipality’s commitment to fostering sustainable development and preserving the environment for […]
Read More →His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, crowned the winners of the 14th Dubai Globe Soccer Awards. The event, held as part of the Dubai International Sports Conference, recognises excellence in playing, coaching, and management in global football. Notable winners included Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, […]
Read More →Around 400 attendees of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) had a chance to tour various landmarks, projects, and contemporary services. Their itinerary included visits to distinguished locations such as the Mohammed bin Rashid Library, the Infinity Bridge, the World Islands project accessed via the Dubai Ferry, the Tram Depot at Al Sufouh, and […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) today announced the introduction of a new toll gate (Salik) at the Business Bay Crossing. The move is aligned with the RTA’s comprehensive strategic plan to develop and integrate road networks, public transport routes and services and enhance technical road and transport systems. The initiative also reflects the RTA’s […]
Read More →Emirates hosted an exclusive tour of its upgraded four-class A380 aircraft at Tokyo Narita International Airport this week, showcasing the highly popular Premium Economy product that’s available on the Tokyo Narita-Dubai route. The tour followed the introduction of the product in Japan in December 2023. The tour offered trade partners and media guests an up-close […]
Read More →With the new year, Emirates Aviation University’s (EAU) students have brave new worlds to conquer as they throw their graduation hats high and into the ring of promising careers. At the 33rd EAU graduation ceremony, 302 highly skilled and successful students were honoured with their degrees, which announced their arrival into the world of aviation. His Highness […]
Read More →Pioneer leaders discussed the integration of the circular economy at the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIMPF). During a panel discussion titled “Project and Circular Economy,” they agreed that collaboration among industry leaders is essential for driving the circular economy and enabling sustainable and economically viable projects. The discussion, moderated by Brandy Scott, featured distinguished […]
Read More →The Dubai International Project Management Forum 2024 commenced with a series of engaging sessions including one about “Future Trends in Project Management” moderated by Ms. Sarah Cocker, Managing Director, Amplify Project Management Services. She hosted Ms. Jennifer Tharp, Director, Board of Directors, Project Management Institute (PMI). Ms. Tharp opened the session by sharing her delight […]
Read More →Dubai International Projects Management Forum (DIPMF) witnessed a captivating session titled ”Convergence of Power: Harnessing the Synergy of AI, Cloud Computing & Data Analytics” led by Ben Royce, AI Services Manager at Google Cloud, delving into the dynamic synergy of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud computing and its role in shaping the future of industries. […]
Read More →His Excellency Mohamed Ali Alabbar, Founder of Emaar and Noon, Chairman of Eagle Hills, took the stage at Dubai International Project Management Forum to discuss ‘The Role of Iconic Architecture in Shaping Cities of the Future’. He shed light on Dubai’s momentous journey in overcoming obstacles and formulating strategic plans that have manifested in its […]
Read More →Dubai Duty Free Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin, Salah Tahlak, Joint COO, Michael Schmidt, SVP – Retail and Zayed Al Shebli, SVP – Loss Prevention & Corporate Security conducted the draw for Millennium Millionaire Series 447. A lawyer from Saudi Arabia has been announced as the latest US$1 million winner in the Dubai […]
Read More →Dubai Duty Free Customer Service Central At the third edition of the Travel Retail Superstars Awards, Dubai Duty Free won two awards in a ceremony that took place online on 15th January 2024. Organised by The Moodie Davitt Report, the Travel Retail Superstars Awards were established to recognise the frontline and back office heroes […]
Read More →As many people dedicate the first month of a new year to resolutions, new goals, travel plans and a renewed commitment to a healthier lifestyle, Emirates shares some top tips on how to ‘fly better’ in 2024, with wellness at the forefront. Minimise stress using technology Travelling can be stressful for some but it’s also […]
Read More →Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the UAE’s largest Islamic bank, has launched ‘DIB XTRA’, an offering that will reward customers who open a salary transfer account with the bank. DIB XTRA unveils a unique proposition for both existing and new customers of DIB, coupling a rewarding banking experience with an enticing array of benefits and incentives. At the heart […]
Read More →Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council, the 9th edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) is set to commence this Wednesday 17th of January 2024 . The event is organised by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) […]
Read More →Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO), has partnered with the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), to showcase the unique culinary creations of homegrown businesses from the ‘Proudly from Dubai’ network at the ‘Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert’ festival. The third edition of the festival, organised […]
Read More →There are now just five days to go until global superstar Ed Sheeran performs in Dubai for the first time since 2017, and fans still wishing to attend are advised to act now as only a limited number of tickets remain. The British singer-songwriter brings his record-breaking ‘+ – = ÷ x’ Mathematics Tour to […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a ‘Joint Flood Management Room’ at its Enterprise Command and Control Centre (EC3), one of the largest and most sophisticated control centres, to address water accumulation during heavy rain, monitor and manage traffic and various transport modes. The Joint Room was launched in collaboration with strategic partners: […]
Read More →Dubai Municipality received the IHO Code, an intergovernmental organization specializing in the survey and production of marine maps of the world’s seas, oceans, and navigable waters. In accordance with this, the organization has officially added the Municipality to its main Register of Member States that manufactures and prepares officially licenced products such as nautical maps, […]
Read More →Dubai Municipality has launched its ‘Promoting Healthy Nutrition in Educational Institutions’ initiative, with the purpose to help educational institutions across Dubai to change their approach to school meals, offering students with proper food options in canteens and cafeterias. The initiative aims to reach over 300,000 students in schools across the emirate. The initiative is designed […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) declared the winners of the 3rd Best Sustainable Transport Means Photo Competition held under the theme: ‘Mobility in Dubai,’ in collaboration with the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA). The competition encourages public transport users to capture through their mobile phones mesmerizng images of various […]
Read More →Dubai Municipality received 11 prestigious awards in the final quarter of 2023, as a testament to its efforts, initiatives, and projects across various key sectors. These include urban planning and enhancing quality of life, regulation, and issuance of building permits in the building and construction sector, health, and safety, and promoting digital transformation in contracts, […]
Read More →Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, the ninth edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) has attracted 16 prominent sponsors. The lineup of sponsors of the event, which will take place at […]
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Read More →Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, announced the launch of its innovative mobile app, Mashreq UAE, aimed at providing a superior digital experience for its customers. This cutting-edge solution represents a significant leap in mobile banking, merging the Mashreq app with the Mashreq NEO app to deliver a unified, single-login […]
Read More →His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, launched today the 4th season of the “World’s Coolest Winter Campaign”, to further support the tourism sector in line with the UAE’s domestic tourism strategy launched in 2020 to promote domestic tourism. His Highness Sheikh […]
Read More →The Dubai Duty Free employees headed by Olympia Pineda, Manager – Corporate Responsibility Department along with the officials from Dubai Police Academy and Zayed International Foundation for the Environment as well as the students of Hemaya School took part in the tree planting activity as part of 100,000 Tree Planting Initiative Dubai Duty Free has […]
Read More →His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, said the comprehensive development plans implemented all across Dubai reflect the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, […]
Read More →Gulf Capital (“GC”), one of the largest private equity firms investing from the GCC to the rest of Asia, announced today that it has successfully completed the sale of 100% of AmCan, the exclusive distributor of many of the top global sports nutrition brands across the MENA region, to a leading regional FMCG distributor operating […]
Read More →The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has launched the UAE Labour Market Observatory, designed to provide periodic data and information in both Arabic and English on various competitiveness indicators of the UAE labour market, outputs of the policies set to regulate it, and information about innovative services, programmes, and initiatives, along with other […]
Read More →Gulf Capital (“GC”), one of the largest private equity firms investing from the GCC to the rest of Asia, announced today that it has successfully completed the sale of 100% of AmCan, the exclusive distributor of many of the top global sports nutrition brands across the MENA region, to a leading regional FMCG distributor operating […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirmed that Al Maktoum Bridge is subjected to yearly comprehensive maintenance r to ensure its sustainability and efficiency in handling the traffic. The bridge, which is the oldest in Dubai, is crucial for crossing between Deira and Bur Dubai. RTA is always keen to enhance the infrastructure of […]
Read More →Dubai Municipality has hired nearly 140 Emiratis from a range of disciplines, including engineering, technical, and administrative, as part of its ‘Our Human Resources, Our Pride’ initiative in 2023. The initiative aims to increase the percentage of Emiratization in the technical and field areas associated with municipal fields of work. The latest move is in […]
Read More →In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, Ruler of Dubai to improve the infrastructure of the road network to match Dubai’s sustained growth, accommodate urban and population needs, and ensure smooth traffic flow, and with the follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed […]
Read More →Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced the performance of the legendary superstar, Amr Diab, who will be gracing its Main Stage on January 18, 2024 at 8 PM. Amr Diab, is one of the most iconic and beloved artists in the Arab world. […]
Read More →The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has recently introduced a new service enabling individuals to book and reschedule driving test appointments via WhatsApp. The service is available through the RTA’s “Mahboub” Chatbot on (0588009090). This initiative aligns with RTA’s strategy of providing services through various digital platforms, ensuring users can access these services […]
Read More →Perfumes retained its position as the top selling category in 2023 The New Year began on a high note for Dubai Duty Free with the operation announcing an all-time sales record of Dhs7.885 billion (US$2.16 billion) for 2023, representing a 24.39% increase over the previous year and 6.40% up on pre-pandemic in 2019. December […]
Read More →His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) congratulated His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai of His Highness taking office as Ruler of Dubai. Al Tayer praised His Highness Sheikh […]
Read More →Dubai Duty Free, one of the world’s largest travel retail operators, today announced its partnership with Alipay+ to power a seamless travel and checkout experience for international visitors. Consumers from South Korea, Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Italy as well as Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macao are now able to access promotions and […]
Read More →Dubai Duty Free’s Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin, COO, Ramesh Cidambi, Sinead El Sibai, SVP – Marketing, Michael Schmidt, SVP – Retail and Sharon Beecham, SVP – Purchasing conducted the draw for Millennium Millionaire Series 445 and 446. The New Year brought good luck to Ethiopian and Indian nationals when their names were […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has praised commercial transport entities, especially those operating trucks and heavy vehicles, for their adherence to standards to reduce carbon emissions from their exhausts. This commitment has resulted in an impressive compliance rate of around 98%. Recently, the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department field teams, in coordination with the Administration […]
Read More →In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Law No. (30) of 2023 establishing ‘Parkin’ company, a public joint stock company (PJSC) that will oversee operations related to parking spaces in Dubai. As per the Law, the newly […]
Read More →The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has started implementing the Cabinet Decision to expand the scope of companies subject to Emiratisation targets, where more than 12,000 companies with 20-49 employees, operating across 14 specific economic sectors, are now required to hire at least one UAE citizen in 2024 and another one in 2025. […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently awarded a contract worth AED278 million for a street lighting project that will cover 40 districts and streets. This project is part of the Street Lighting Plan 2023-2026, which aims to enhance the infrastructure of road network facilities to keep up with Dubai’s ongoing development and meet […]
Read More →Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority reported a total of 2,288,631 passengers used various public transport means on New Year’s Eve 2024. The breakdown revealed that Dubai Metro’s Red and Green lines lifted 974,416 riders, the Tram served 56,208 riders, Public Buses lifted 401,510 riders, Marine transport means ferried 97,261 passengers, e-hail vehicles served 167,051 riders, […]
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