UAE-headquartered upscale residential, hospitality and commercial property developer Seven Tides has appointed UAE-based Airolink as the main building contractor, to complete the construction of its Seven City JLT development in Jumeirah Lake Towers, in Dubai. Airolink was founded in Ireland in 2001 and expanded into the Middle East in 2008, with offices in Dubai and […]

The Ministry of Community Development, MoCD, announced the beginning of the implementation of “Kheta” platform in cooperation with “Ynmo” in Saudi Arabia under the supervision of “Ibtikar” Edu Tech Solutions starting from the new academic year 2020-2021 as part of the programmes and plans provided by the ministry to support people of determination and their […]

Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) in collaboration with the Supreme Legislation Committee of Dubai, has launched the Women-Specific Legislations Lab that seeks to develop new legislations to support the enhanced socio-economic participation of women in the emirate. The initiative, launched on the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day, will address various aspects related to women’s development including […]

Smart Dubai has launched a Professional Diplomato enhance the skills of the city’s ‘Smart City Experience Specialists’ and introduce them to best practices to improve the design and quality of experiencing current digital services and help create new ones to drive Dubai’s digital transformation and build a smarter city. The use of current and emerging […]

With over 2.7 billion smartphone users and 1.35 billion tablet users worldwide, the mobile app industry is thriving. As of the first quarter of 2020, there were 2.2 million apps in the Apple store and 2.8 million in Google Play Store. App usage is growing at a constant rate, without any signs of slowing down in […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, said the UAE leadership’s support has enabled Emirati women to prove their merit and make a mark not only locally and regionally but also globally. By showing the highest levels of competence, they have demonstrated their […]

The social summer platform organised by the Ministry of Community Development from July until the end of August 2020, witnessed intense interaction between 5,688 participants from several targeted audiences including all family members, especially children, senior Emiratis and people of determination. The remote initiatives and activities were organised in partnership with several ministries as well […]

On the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day, the Emirates Group is celebrating the achievements of women who are making a positive difference to the nation in their diverse roles, particularly amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Their commitment and unwavering efforts are helping to keep Dubai and the world connected through commercial aviation, as […]

As another successful edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) comes to a close, the citywide celebration of shopping, winning and entertainment has saved the best deals, family fun and promotions for last!  With the seven weeks of super sales, exciting promotions and fun-packed activities almost over, DSS presents its eagerly awaited grand finale – the DSS Final Sale! Taking place […]

His Excellency Younus Al Nasser, Assistant Director General of Smart Dubai and CEO of Dubai Data Establishment, said:“Emirati women are a key pillar to progressing the nation and a key contributor to the future development of every sector. By empowering women, we can shape a prosperous future for our country.” “Our wise leadership considers empowering […]

Emirates announces the resumption of passenger services to Bangkok with daily flights starting from 1 September. The resumption of flights to Bangkok will expand Emirates’ current network to 78 cities in September, offering travellers in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific convenient connections via Dubai to the popular Thai destination. Flights between Dubai […]

In the wake of the tragedy in Beirut, VOX Cinemas is screening Lebanese movie Yom eh Yom La2to raise much-needed funds for Emirates Red Crescent. All proceeds from the ticket sales will help with the rebuilding efforts following the recent explosion and provide urgent relief to the thousands of people impacted. Cameron Mitchell, Chief Executive Officer […]

To celebrate the fifth Emirati Women’s Day on August 28, the popular homegrown brand Flow will be hosting a special digital edition of the Flow Talks Series, with four female Emirati visionaries in the spotlight. AYA’s presenter, Marwa Al Hashemi, will be hosting a 15-minute Instagram takeover, during which she will discuss her own journey […]

Middle East sports fans are now able to access the freshest sports content as streaming service ESPN Player adds award-winning documentaries, live US College sport and extensive studio programming to its line-up. Available across every country in the Middle East, Africa, Europeand some parts of Asia on desktop, mobile, tablet and Android TV, ESPN Player’s […]

As another successful edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) comes to a close, the citywide celebration of shopping, winning and entertainment has saved the best deals, family fun and promotions for last! With the seven weeks of super sales, exciting promotions and fun-packed activities almost over, DSS presents its eagerly awaited grand finale – the DSS […]

The Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, connected virtually with potential investors and partners from the United States to present opportunities in Dubai’s technology, healthcare and logistics sectors. The outreach is part of Dubai FDI’s overall strategy of virtual engagement in 2020, presenting an array of investment opportunities during the […]

The number of companies listing on Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s online marketplace for personal protective equipment (PPE) has surged 340% since its launch earlier this year in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Chamber revealed that 66 companies are registered on the Rapid Response Initiative (RRI) marketplace, up from 15 companies in July. […]

This summer, more than 950 staff members from KPMG Lower Gulf’soffices in Dubai and Sharjah are relocating to a future-focused and sustainable 4,675m2workspace at One Central, a gateway to international trade, finance and business. With this strategic investment in the heart of Dubai’s central business district, KPMG Lower Gulf will continue to offer its audit, […]

Emirates has announced it will resume passenger services to Conakry, Guinea and Dakar, Senegal from 3 September, taking the total number of cities served by Emirates in Africa to eight. Flights from Dubai to Conakry and Dakar will be linked services, operating twice weekly, utilising an Emirates Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.* The addition of linked services […]

In its latest episode, AYA, a pioneering Arabic YouTube series aimed at Gen Z viewers, will be sending its presenters on a glamorous shopping spree across The Dubai Mall. This stylish episode promises to be unlike AYA’s usual challenge-driven episodes. AYA’s presenters will go on a thrilling dash around The Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue, on […]

Return on Investment is a performance measure used to assess the efficiency of an investment. ROI tries to directly measure the amount of return on a particular investment. Social media ROI is a metric showing how much value is generated with the investments made towards social media. In other words, social media ROI is the sum of all social […]

GTA dnata, dnata’s joint-venture company in Canada, has been awarded a 5-year ground handling license and will establish operations at Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The company will provide quality and safe ramp, passenger and cargo warehousing services to airlines with a team of highly trained, customer-oriented aviation professionals. GTA dnata will commence operations at YVR […]

Dubai Investments Real Estate Company (DIRC), a subsidiary of Dubai Investments, has announced steady progress on the construction of the Al Barsha Tower located in the Al Barsha area in Dubai, with the project 95% complete and getting ready for handover in September 2020. The project is designed to provide an ideal mix of residential […]

The web design industry is evolving constantly and growing at an unprecedented rate with the progress of technology. This evolution can be seen through the changing styles, adoption of new practices, and the use of innovative technology. The users aspire for enhanced experience along with content that is customized for them. Hence it becomes imperative […]

Ohood Bint Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future, stated that the UAE government is committed to promoting partnerships with global governments to share their experience in tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, achieving sustainable economic recovery, and developing a state-of-the-art healthcare system. This embodies the vision of the UAE leadership, which […]

Another edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) may be coming to an end, but the summer fun and super staycation deals can be enjoyed for a little while longer. Resident families, couples and friends, as well as visitors can pick from a great selection of hotel offers at some of Dubai’s celebrated resorts and destination […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority is organising a virtual, specialised seminar under the title ‘Emirati Customs and Traditions,’ in cooperation with Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Cultural Communication and presented by Meera Al Falasi. The aim is to spread awareness and knowledge among the various members of the UAE community, with their different nationalities, about […]

Seminars, conferences, and exhibitions are great, we have established that. They’re interactive, engaging, fun and of course informational. But you know what’s better? Watching a seminar from any part of the world, that would be time and cost-efficient, not to mention so cool! Seminars are dynamic that’s given, but converting a physical event into a […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy has revealed that the number of active trademark files on its ‘IP Gateway’ reached 5,126 in the first six months of 2020, a 14% increase compared to H1 2019.Meanwhile, the number of complaints registered for infringement of intellectual property (IP)in the first half of […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry member companies’ exports to China in May 2020 increased 18% month- on-month (m-o-m) and 26% year-over-year (y-o-y) as the Chamber issued a record 256 Certificates of Origin (COOs) targeting the country worth over AED 283 million. The value of COOs for May, the third highest on record, marked growth […]

Twentieth Century Studios in association with Marvel Entertainment presents“The New Mutants,” an original horror thriller directed by Josh Boone and written by Boone and Knate Lee. The film releases in the UAE on 10th September. “The New Mutants” stars Maisie Williams (Game of Thrones; Early Man; Then Came You), Anya Taylor-Joy (Peaky Blinders; Split; Glass; […]

wasl properties, one of the largest real estate development and management companies in Dubai, has announced the leasing of 126 residential units from its residential portfolio across Dubai in six hours as part of its Summer Deals campaign that was launched on 20 August. This achievement reiterates the company’s solid strategic approach and its well-thought-out […]

Etisalat today announced the launch of e-Store, a free website builder from Etisalat Business Edgeenabling Small and Medium Business (SMB) customers to transform their businesses online with no contract obligations – from displaying products online, allowing customers to place orders online to providing customer insights and analytics. Built with small businesses in mind, e-Store free […]

The 104th Open Auction for Distinctive Number Plates, organised on 22nd August 2020 by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, took in AED36.224 million. This amount compares favourably with the proceeds of the last open plates auction the Roads and Transport Authority held in December 2019, which reached AED19 millions, an increase of 83 percent […]

DIY it! That’s the best method to save cash and you learn something new. But let’s be honest we can’t say the same when it comes to web designing. Designing your website using a custom template can be a good foundation for the professional web designer to build from. But that’s it, leave it to them to […]

Emirates will operate repatriation flights to Bengaluru, Kochi, Delhi, Mumbai, and Thiruvananthapuram from 20 until 31 August. The special flights will facilitate travel for Indian citizens in the UAE wishing to return home, and for residents of UAE currently in India to return to the UAE. The airline will operate repatriation flights to India on the […]

After the huge success of DXB Snow Week earlier this month, Dubai Sports Council and Ski Dubai are back together to announce the 11th edition of the DXB Ice Warrior Challenge. A popular event among obstacle course and adrenaline junkies, this year’s Ice Warrior Challenge XI will take place on September 25 on one of the […]

Majid Al Futtaim Cinemas, the dedicated cinema arm of Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia is excited to reveal its impressive slate of upcoming movies which are sure to captivate audiences and reignite the cinema industry following months of government-mandated closures and […]

Dubai Future Foundation, DFF, in cooperation with the Dubai Future Council for Humanitarian work, today issued a report on the Future of Humanitarian Work in the country. The report underscored that the health challenges the world is witnessing have accelerated the adoption of advanced technologies in various aspects of humanitarian work. Titled ‘Future Trends: The […]

The iconic Emirates A380 made a one-off service to Clark International Airport today, becoming the first commercial flight, utilizing the iconic aircraft, to operate to the Luzon-based airport. The special A380 service from Dubai to Clark and operating as EK2520, took off from Dubai International Airport at 02:40 and landed in Clark at 15:23 local […]

Emirates is offering UAE nationals and residents a chance to plan a quick escape this summer to Seychelles. The airline was the first international airline to return to the island country, coinciding with its re-opening to tourists on 1st August. Book now and unwind at some of the world’s most pristine, white sand beaches and crystal […]

Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for RENAULT in Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, has introduced two distinct editions of its star SUV, Duster:‘Sport,’ with its dynamic presence,and ‘Urban’ that is designed with road trippers in mind. Drivers who are seeking an element of style to […]

Devmark, the UAE-based real-estate consultancy and advisory firm, has witnessed a renewed surge in Dubai property sales, particularly from overseas investors, who are benefiting from the weak performance of the US dollar over the past four months. As a safe-haven currency, the dollar experienced upward pressure at the beginning of the pandemic. Now that the […]

Dubai Economy extending its consumer protection services to free zones in Dubai will substantially improve the consumer experience and enhance transparency and competitiveness among companies in Dubai, said Mohammed Ali Rashed Lootah, CEO of the Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy. Participating in the latest round of the ‘Market Dialogue’ organised […]

Dubai’s premier fresh food market, The Waterfront Market, has joined forces with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority for the return of its Murals and Art Competition, with this year’s competition honouring the front line workers who have helped the UAE in its fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. With a prize of AED 15,000awarded to the […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has broken ground at Avenue, its newly launched three-building community in MBR City, Dubai’s most popular residential destination by sales transactions, move-in requests and property prices. Azizi’s three Avenue developments will be built at a value of AED 300m. In the presence of senior members of […]

Unifeeder, through its Unifeeder ISC (Indian Subcontinent) platform, a majority owned subsidiary of DP World Limited, today announced the acquisition of Transworld Feeders FZCO, AvanaLogistek Limited, including its subsidiary Avana Global FZCO, and Transworld Feeders Pvt. Ltd., the containerised Indian coastal and EXIM feeder shipping operations of Shreyas Shipping and Logistics Limited, excluding vessels and […]

ENOC Group announced a partnership with Dynamic Fuels to become the official distributor of ENOC’s marine lubricants in Spain. The agreement comes as part of the Group’s plans to bolster its international presence to cater to the needs of its international customers. Under the agreement, Dynamic Fuels will market and distribute ENOC Group’s wide range of marine […]

P&O Marinas, a DP World Company and the world-class developer for marinas, held a virtual workshop, in collaboration with Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) and Emirates Airline, to discuss the resumption of the cruise season 2020/2021 in Dubai. The company invited leading shipping agents and stakeholders to take part in the event. […]

With the 23rd edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) in full swing, Etisalat is celebrating the festival with various discounts on devices, instant Wasel Gifts prizes, a chance to win AED250,000 on prepaid recharges, and amazing cashback rewards. As a strategic partner, Etisalat is offering up to 80% discount on smartphones, TVs, accessories and gadgets […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has launched a new license for startups, entrepreneurs and technology firms. The new Innovation License will attract new types of businesses to the Centre and is a key initiative for the Dubai Future District, which […]

His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, recently visited Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of Dubai Economy, to discuss closer co-ordination and co-operation on enhancing exports from the UAE. Al Zeyoudi was received by Engineer Saed Al Awadi, CEO of Dubai Exports, in the presence of […]

The world that we live in today, it is imperative for any business to have a flawless and a ‘responsive’ website. A good website is responsible for nearly 95% of the first impression that people form about a company or a brand. Websites have seen a complete makeover from the time of its inception. From […]

The largest painting to be ever done on canvas will be auctioned in Dubai to raise $30 million for enhancing digital equality and education across the world. The auction is part of a charity initiative titled ‘Humanity Inspired’ launched by UAE-based global philanthropic organisation Dubai Cares, part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global […]

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Municipality has completed the development of 70 new parks and playgrounds in various residential areas of the emirate this year. This increases the total number of parks and playgrounds developed by […]

Emirates will resume passenger flights to Warsaw from 4 September starting with twice-a-week services, and increasing to three-a-week from 7 October. The resumption of flights to Warsaw will expand Emirates’ current network to 75 cities in September, offering travellers in the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific convenient connections via Dubai to the Polish capital. […]

The Women’s Sports Committee of Dubai Sports Council have announced a fun and exciting new event – the Dubai Sports Council International Women’s Online Tournament, which will see teams from UAE and overseas compete in a format that will showcase different sporting skills of participants. Organised in co-operation with Jam Sports Academy, the DSC International […]

Seeking to support independent artists, creatives, and collectives in the UAE, in the light of COVID-19 outbreak, and its resulting challenges, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in association with independent cultural organisation Art Jameel, has announced the successful conclusion of the first phase of the micro-funding initiative ‘Art Jameel Research and Practice Platform’. […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has enhanced the scope and benefits of its‘Intelaq’ licence for home-based businesses by extending it to the food sector, listing 19food trading activities and seven others relating to food preparation under the licence. Intelaq licence holders can also […]

Master-developer, Dubai South Properties, today announced an exciting new rent-to-own scheme for new tenants of The Pulse — the heartbeat of its Residential District, with easy and direct access from Expo Road. As part of Dubai South’s commitment to offering affordable and flexible solutions to residents, renters can now opt to make quarterly payments towards […]

With the growth and evolution of technologies and procedures, web applications and websites have seen a complete makeover. What used to be a static medium has now evolved into a very rich and interactive experience. Every business that has a website needs to ensure that it is engaging and updated at all times. Making an […]

Cadillac Middle East and Al Ghandi Auto -its exclusive dealer in the UAE, are bringing the showroom to customers by providing them with an innovative and simple way to purchase a Cadillac through the launch of Shop.Click.Drive. online e-commerce tool. The easy-to-use platform puts customers in complete control when it comes to buying the latest […]

Webinars have been in the game for a long time no doubt about that, and they still seem to be audience favourite. But what is a webinar? A webinar is a live online gathering or conference that is interactive and discussed in real-time. Designing a webinar doesn’t sound as easy as you think right? Well, […]

Let’s face it webinars and virtual events are the new normal. In this post-COVID-19 world, one of our greatest challenges has been maintaining social distance while trying to communicate with one another. However, through technological advances and leveraging virtual platforms, we don’t need to worry about getting close to anybody. While virtual events might seem […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector in Dubai Economy received 81 commercial complaints during April-June 2020,  which was 35% less compared to the same period in 2019.The CCCP also received 147 enquiries, bringing the total transactions it handled during the same period to 228. All commercial complaints and business enquiries received by CCCP […]

Dubai’s popular desert safari has been ranked the world’s top tourism experience with leading travel company OceanAir’s camel riding and desert BBQ offering winning the top global award for Experiences in Tripadvisor’s 2020 Travellers’ Choice Awards. An initiative of Tripadvisor, one of the world’s largest travel platforms, and its subsidiary company Viator, a renowned tours […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), through its Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), introduced a new development in the complaints mechanism related to the management of jointly owned properties (JOP), in confirmation of its ambitious approach through which it aspires to provide more comfortable solutions for its customers, thus contributing to encouraging investment in the emirate’s growing […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Etisalat, the leading emerging markets telecommunications provider. The agreement was signed between ArifAmiri, Chief Executive Officer of DIFC Authority and Salvador Anglada, Group Chief Business Officer of […]

Modesh has been doing what he does best during this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) – spreading joy, happiness and excitement wherever he goes! Not only has the fun and friendly Dubai character been busy sharing his great new look and introducing his best pal Dana to fans around the city, but he’s now launched […]

In the wake of the Port of Beirut explosions which have devastated many parts of Lebanon’s capital city, Emirates is standing with Lebanon to provide critical emergency relief and aid to the hundreds of thousands of people affected by the blasts. Emirates SkyCargo plans to ramp up its freighter operations to Lebanon by dedicating over […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has noted a substantial uptick in its retail unit sales, especially those made to UAE residents. The developer has now sold nearly 35% of its recently released 700+ retail units, which are spread across its communities in Dubai’s most desirable residential destinations, including MBR City, Palm […]

Dubai will host virtually the 1st edition of Healthcare Future Summit, a conference dedicated to all medical professionals, ministries of health, government authorities, and academia. Running under the theme “Bringing Healthcare Communities Together”, the summit will be taking place from 6th-8th of December, 2020, focusing on the increased demand and the significant social expectations in […]

Deyaar Development PJSC (“Deyaar”), one of Dubai’s leading property developers and real estate service providers, today announced its financial results for the first half of 2020. The company reported revenues of AED 174.5 million and net profit of AED 8.5 million for the six months ending 30th June 2020. In its meeting on Wednesday, 12 August, the […]

The Annual Investment Meeting in partnership with their Sustainable Partner, Bedayat by Sustainable City presents the UAE Emirates Startup Roadshow to be held on 17th and 20thSeptember, 2020. Aligning with precautionary measures, smart solutions and a resilient environment, the UAE Emirates Startup Roadshow is all set to cover four emirates: Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Abu […]

Emirates has announced it will resume passenger services to Birmingham (1 September), Cebu (20 August), and Houston (23 August). This will bring the airline’s network to 74 destinations, offering travellers convenient connections between the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Americas through its Dubai hub. Flights between Dubai and Birmingham will operate four times a week, […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region is welcoming the leading Saudi Arabian Bank, Samba Financial Group to its ever growing client list. Samba Financial Group will become the first Saudi Arabian bank to establish in DIFC. The Group will use DIFC […]

This year’sDubai Summer Surprises (DSS) gets better with each passing week, and there are still more deals, activities and offers to enjoy. Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has highlighted some of the best attractions, promotions and offers to make this weekend a fun time for all: LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT Gather pals and loved ones […]

The Business Registration &Licensing (BRL) sector in Dubai Economy has partnered with Akshaak, an online platform, to support projects operating under the ‘DED Trader’ licence of Dubai Economy, which allows start-ups in Dubai to conduct business activities online and across social networking accounts. As per the agreement, DED Trader licence holders can display and sell […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority announced its willingness to launch the musical arts programme that falls under the slogan ‘The National Anthem of the United Arab Emirates’ and is inviting all aspirants who seek to develop their passion for music and embark on horizons of creativity to join. The programme will be held from 16 […]

Ducab Group, one of the UAE’s largest industrial manufacturing businesses, has announced that overall profitability for the first six months of 2020has been maintained as compared to same period last year, due to the resilience of its diversified cables and metals business with all manufacturing based in the UAE. Commenting on the company’s performance, Dr. […]

And you’re live in 3! 2! 1! But wait, where’s your audience? Hosting a webinar sounds like a piece of cake, but in reality, it’s much more difficult than that. The success of your webinar lands solely in the hands of your audience, so you want to attract a large crowd. Here are some ways to […]

Dubai further reinforced its reputation as one of the world’s safest travel destinations with another one of its landmark luxury resorts Jumeirah Zabeel Sarayearning the Bureau Veritas Safeguard Label. The achievement of the resort by Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, makes it one of the coveted hotels recognised as compliant with the highest […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy has launched a new e-services package for traders and customers as part of the efforts to continuously enhance service quality, convenience as well as accessibility, and promote a safe economic environment that enables sustainable growth. The new service will enable traders to submit an […]

When the DXB Snow Run takes place at Ski Dubai in the Mall of the Emirates this Friday morning, a total of 46 nations will be represented at the start line with a big number of the participants being Emiratis and tourists. Open to men and women aged 18-62 years, the 3km DXB Snow Run […]

Are you blogging the right way?  Blogging is a great way to escape your current reality and express your passion for a specific subject. But that’s not all, blogging is also a great way to increase your cash inflow. Did we pique your interest? Great! Let’s get started! Before making your blog into a money […]

Dubai Land Department, in cooperation with Property Finder, launched the fourth edition of Mo’asher, Dubai’s official sales price index. The base year for Mo’asher is 2012 and the base month for the monthly index is January 2012, with the base quarter for the quarterly index being Q1 2012. A strong in June laid the foundation […]

Stalwart of the Middle East tourism industry, Nadège Noblet, the former Arabian Travel Market exhibition manager, has launched NANOU Destination & Hotel Marketing, a full-service tourism and hospitality representation company. The UAE-based company will connect and partner with international DMC’s, destinations, and hotels to raise their brand awareness to the Middle Eastern outbound tourism market. […]

Former Italy and Inter Milan goalkeeper Walter Zenga and Brazilian futsal legend Falcao have saluted Dubai Sports Council and Dubai World Trade Centre for the “amazing” facilities at Dubai Sports World after visiting the teeming venue, which offers enthusiasts an opportunity to practise and play sports in a secure, safe and air-conditioned facility in the […]

Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of Dubai Economy, has been shortlisted for the World Trade Promotion Organisations Awards (WTPO Awards 2020) by the International Trade Centre (ITC), a joint agency of the of the World Trade Organisation and the United Nations. Dubai Exports will compete with external trade promotion agencies from five other countries […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has broken ground at Creek Views II, its newly launched development on the shores of the iconic Dubai Creek in Dubai Healthcare City, a budding community that is rapidly coming to life and increasing in demand. Creek Views II will be built at a value of […]

Families can enjoy big savings on super summer staycations at some of the city’s best hotels this Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). With only a few weeks of the school holidays left, now is the ideal time for families to book a few days of fun in the sun with free stays and even free meals […]

Dubai’s tourism and hospitality sectors are benefitting from a rapid rebound driven by a multi-phase roadmap being executed by the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism). Prominent players in the industry have experienced a surge of interest from across the world since the reopening of the city to international tourists on 7 July. […]

DIFC FinTech Hive, the first and largest financial technology accelerator in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has attracted an unprecedented620global, regional and local applications for the signature programme. The 620 applications for the intake, exceeds the previous record of 425 applications, received in 2019. The applications represent an exceptionally broad range […]

Parents and children across Dubai can finally count down to the start of the new school year with the first day of term only a few weeks away. As the summer holidays come to an end, the citywide Back to School campaign is in full swing, brought to you by Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS); bringing […]

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) welcomed a delegation headed by HE Dawood Al Hajiri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, in Moro Hub (Data Hub Integrated Solutions), a wholly-owned subsidiary of DEWA. The visit aimed to discuss the opportunities of the joint cooperation between the two […]

Dubai Economy brought focus on the effectiveness and inclusiveness of the stimulus packages announced by Dubai following COVID-19 in its 6th Market Dialogue held recently with the business community. The virtual dialogue titled ‘The AED 6.3 billion opportunity for business in Dubai’ was hosted by Mohammed Shael AlSaadi, CEO of Corporate Strategic Affairs in Dubai […]

Emirates has announced it will increase its passenger services to/from Pakistan starting 10 August, offering customers enhanced connectivity to over 70 destinations within its current network, via Dubai. The airline is set to ramp up its flight frequency to/from Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, and Sialkot; and resume passenger services to Peshawar – providing customers worldwide with greater access […]

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) celebrates its fifth week of Daily Surprises with an amazing variety of limited edition deals across the city’s malls. From 9 to 14 August, residents and visitors can shop the exclusive offers and make savings on a range of accessories, shoes, homeware and beauty must-haves. The latest DSS Daily Surprises are only […]

Citron is a family business based in Dubai that offers an innovative range of products from beautiful printed lunchboxes, food jars, snack boxes, lunch bags, water bottles and food cutters that make mums and kids’ lives easier.  Founded by a mother that had a fussy eater, who came up with a product to deal with […]

Dubai Trade — DP World, UAE Region’s single window platform for cross-border trade — has announced the launch of ZADI, a unified food import platform aimed at facilitating the import and re-export of food shipments throughout Dubai ports. The first-of-its-kind platform in the Middle East is part of Dubai Trade’s plan to be the leading […]

Union Properties PJSC, one of the largest real estate development companies in the United Arab Emirates and the main developer of Dubai Motor City, has announced the completion of its three-year ‘Strategic Blue-Print Plan’ which includes the initial plans to launch its new project Motor City Hills. Motor City Hills will cover approximately GFA of […]

Get your dancing feet at the ready as Emirates School of Dance, the popular dance programme by Bodytree returns for its fall term starting September 6th, and the registration system is now live for parents to enroll their children. The Emirates School of Dance programme was developed in 2007 and is run by a group […]

Dubai Design District (d3) today launched the inaugural d3 Architecture Festival in partnership with the Royal Institute of British Architects Gulf Chapter (RIBA Gulf Chapter), establishing the emirate’s first platform to showcase regional architecture, urbanism and sustainable development. The inaugural edition of the d3 Architecture Festival is set to run from 11 to 13 November […]

A recent report by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector of Dubai Economy shows that the number of operating businesses in Jumeirah has reached 3,648 to date. The licences issued according to the activities are: commercial (1,919), professional (1,663), tourism (48) and industrial (18). In terms of legal forms of the active licences in […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), one of Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations, has partnered with Dubai Tourism for their revered Dubai Summer Surprises extravaganza. With more than 150 restaurants and seven beautiful art galleries available at the Centre, the partnership will offer visitors to Gate Avenue an array of promotions, events and surprises. Taking place […]

Residents can unlock the best of what Dubai has to offer by taking part in Summer Unlocked, an exciting new race against the clock challenge that promises a summer filled with citywide adventures, family fun and super prizes. Summer Unlocked is an action packed, ever expanding, fast-paced and dynamic challenge that gives participants a set […]

ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ‘How to Win High-Value Business Using LinkedIn’ on Tuesday 25 August 2020 at 11 am UAE Time. The webinar is presented by Neeraj Shah – Founder & CEO, Titan Mastermindz LLP. In this dynamic 60-minute free-to-attend webinar, participants will discover: The key principles to rapidly become influential […]

There is a lot more fun, games, deals and sales to enjoy each and every day with Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has highlighted some of the best attractions, promotions and offers to make this a fun-packed weekend for everyone: LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT Foodies can log onto a virtual masterclass […]

The iconic Emirates A380 will begin serving travellers on flights to Toronto starting 16 August. The airline has so far resumed A380 operations to Amsterdam, Cairo, Paris, London Heathrow and Guangzhou (8 August) – taking its A380 network to six cities. The Emirates A380 experience remains a favourite amongst travellers for its spacious and comfortable cabins and […]

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, has introduced a thousand new ways to earn Miles while shopping online with popular UK and US brands. Members can now visit skywardsmilesmall.com, choose from more than 1,500 brands and splurge on shopping – all the while racking up Miles that can be used for discounted […]

LinkedIn has grown exponentially and currently has 706 million registered members in 150 countries. It allows its members (both job seekers and companies) to create profiles and connections in an online social network with two new members joining every second. Rated as the 12th most popular website in the U.S. and 34th worldwide, LinkedIn revenue […]

Smart Dubai organised a Smart Cities Global Network, SCGN, Webinar today to discuss the resilience of cities in the COVID-19 world and to highlight the need to make our cities more agile and responsive to similar challenges in the future. Discussions shed light on how cities have accelerated the adoption of smart-city technology to battle […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre today announced the opening of registration for the Deep Learning Camp for university students, which will be held virtually from 18th to 20thAugust 2020. The Deep Learning Camp is part of the initiatives of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre to support the UAE’s strategic directions in the science […]

The DXB Snow Run, the first of its kind in the world, has received an overwhelming response from members of UAE’s enthusiastic sports-loving community, forcing organisers to close registration early because all spots have been taken. Organised by Dubai Sports Council in cooperation with Ski Dubai, the DXB Snow Run will take place on August 14 on […]

Dubai Economywill extend its consumer protection services to free zones in Dubai under an agreement with the Dubai Free Zones Council. The agreement, which is part of enhancing co-ordination between government, government-related and private entities to improve the overall customer experience in Dubai, will allow consumers of free zone businesses to raise their complaints to […]

Dubai has maintained its status as one of the world’s most preferred foreign direct investment (FDI) destinations in the first half of 2020 despite the economic and business repercussions of the COVID-19 crisis and the significant global decline in greenfield FDI flows. The emirate remained at the forefront of cities in the Middle East and […]

Webinars are extremely powerful for generating leads, building brand awareness, and selling. Research shows that people love video content. 72% of consumers prefer watching a video over reading an article. This means that you can sometimes generate more leads by running a webinar than you can by offering a free downloadable resource like a whitepaper, […]

Emirates has announced it will resume passenger services to Kuwait City (5 August) and Lisbon (16 August). This will take Emirates’ passenger network to 70 destinations in August, over 50% of its pre-pandemic destination network, as the airline gradually resumes operations with the safety of its customers, crew and communities as its top priority. Flights […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority(DAFZA)achieved positive financial and operational results in the first half of 2020. Throughout the first quarter of the year, DAFZA recorded a 54 percent increase in general exports. During this period, China accounted for the highest percentage of DAFZA’s trade, with 21 percent at a value of AED 7.7 billion, followed by […]

The Emirate of Sharjah is currently witnessing a pleasant atmosphere and good vibes full of attractive offers and discounts as part of “Sharjah Shopping Promotions”, the largest of its kind shopping event, which is organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SCC, from July 22 to August 21. The participating shopping malls and […]

Part of a ‘CovExit’ (COVID Exit) initiativefor promoting collaborative action to navigate recovery and reshape the next normal economy, ‘The Great Economic Reset Programme’will harness the collective knowledge of local and international experts to enhance awareness of the disruptions caused by the pandemic and propose solutions for economies and societies to adapt growth strategies to […]

Residents and visitors can discover a world of gastronomic delights as this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) offers great hotel stays complete with delicious F&B promotions. Some of the city’s best family hotels, staycation spots and couples’ getaways are welcoming guests with exciting packages that combine relaxing breaks with incredible food options from around the […]

Emirates has announced that it will deploy its iconic A380 aircraft to Guangzhou from 8 August 2020. The airline has also restarted its A380 operations to Amsterdam and Cairo this week, and introduced a second daily A380 service to London Heathrow, serving market demand and offering customers more travel options. Emirates has so far resumed A380 services […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, announces its plans to invest over AED 3.5bn in the next 2-3 years to develop 14 and 22 buildings in Riviera Phase 3 and 4 respectively, its three Avenue buildings in MBR City, two projects in Dubai Healthcare City, and four projects in Al Furjan. This […]

With application number reaching 1200, Dubai Culture& Arts Authority’s (Dubai Culture)recently launched collaborative initiative with LinkedIn is gaining considerable traction among creative industry professionals in the emirate and beyond. Since its launch, the number of applications has steadily increased, with the count of approved applications and that ones that received learning licenses from LinkedInreaching 928 […]

The first set of crew members comprising the technical team, directors, cinematographers, production designer, music director and assistants of Gaurang Doshi Productions’ multi-starrer web series ‘7th Sense’ arrived in Dubai last evening. The popular Bollywood producer, Gaurang Doshi is all set to shoot two star-studded web series in the UAE, the first of which is […]

The Dubai Economy call centre saw hectic activity during the National Disinfection Programme and responded to an unprecedented number of calls and messages on its dedicated number, email and social media channels received from the business community and customers on the precautionary measures in place against COVID-19. Hanadi Eid, Director of the Customer Happiness Department […]

The DIFC Academy and LexisNexis MENA are strengthening their strategic partnership with two new initiatives: “The Annual Technology Adoption Index” and “The Legal Tech Glossary.” These projects follow five years of fruitful collaboration, including the publication of the official DIFC Law Commentaries and Law Reports book collections. Through a joint training programme, the DIFC Academy […]

Le Wagon, the #1 coding school worldwide, is proud to announce its very first bootcamp in the UAE.  After proven results in 39cities globally and more than 8,000 graduates resulting in over 100 start-ups being created, Le Wagon is now coming to Dubai. Nicknamed the Silicon Valley of the Middle East, Dubai is the perfect […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, is pleased to announce that Ski Dubai will host a ski and snowboard competition in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council on Saturday, 15 August 2020 to encourage the safe return to snow sports following the easing […]

The Adam Vital Hospital in Dubai is a part of the Adam Vital Healthcare Group with its origins in Germany and a footprint in Dubai, UAE since 2011. The hospital offers technical excellence and innovative abilities to solve both simple and difficult orthopedic problems. The hospital is at the forefront of offering advanced technologies in […]

The Panamanian Minister of Private Investment H.E. Jose Alejandro Rojas has called on UAE companies to leverage Panama as a global gateway to expand their footprint in Latin America and tap into new growth opportunities in the region. His comments came during a recent webinar organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s representative office […]

Emirates is gearing up for a busy travel period this weekend for the Eid holiday. Customers are reminded to check the latest travel requirements, and to arrive at the airport at least three hours before their flight departure to avoid any delays. Peak travel is expected to start this evening, with Thursday 30th July marking the […]

Digital Financial Services, a joint venture between Etisalat and Noor Bank, today announced the launch of eWallet’sutility bill payment services, giving customers peace of mind and savings while paying their bills. eWallet has been instrumental during this unprecedented time to provide contactless payments. Customers will now also be able to make mobile recharges and charity […]

Emirates announces the resumption of passenger services to Clark with six weekly flights from 1 August, boosting its global network to 68 destinations in August and connecting customers to Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa. With the resumption of flights to Clark, Emirates will now operate with scheduled services to two gateways in […]

Two-time world champion Amir Khan, one of the top stars of British boxing, is set to follow in the footsteps of some of the sporting world’s biggest names, who call Dubai their home. Khan, 33, is keen to complete the move to Dubai with his wife Faryal, two daughters – Lamaisah and Alayna – and […]

BrandDubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, is partnering with Meraas to host this year’s edition of Dubai Canvas at City Walk, the design-inspired lifestyle destination by Meraas. For an entire month, from the first day of Eid Al Adha to 31 August, the indoor space of City Walk will transform […]

Dubai Economy and Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT region (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey), announced the go-live of the UAE KYC Blockchain Platform, an initiative which facilitates secure digital customer onboarding, instant bank account functionality and sharing of verified KYC (Know-Your-Customer) data between licensing authorities and financial institutions via advanced […]

Smart Dubai has upgraded its ‘Smart Inventory’ project in collaboration with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) to enhance current inventory management system and render them paperless and more efficient, all the while utilising advanced technologies and smart solutions to save time. The project is in line with Smart Dubai’s role in leading the emirate’s smart […]

Emirates’ unmatched First Class travel experience was given double honours at the 2020 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice awards for Airlines, winning the World’s Best First Class award as well as Middle East’s Best First Class. Emirates has topped the First Class category every year since the awards was launched in 2017 –making this its 4th consecutive win. […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) managed to enhance the sustainability and continuity of real estate registration services through digital outlets and formats; thus, becoming available around the clock, allowing customers inside and outside the UAE to benefit from digital services with high flexibility. This allowed DLD to contribute to achieving the vision of the Dubai Government […]

Dubai Financial Market (PJSC) today announced its financial results for the first half of the year ending 30 June 2020, registering a 21% increase in its net profit to AED 78.9 Million compared to AED 65.1 Million during the corresponding period of 2019. The net profit of the second quarter of 2020 reached AED 44.2 Million, […]

Emirates has announced it will resume flights to Nairobi (from 2 August), Baghdad and Basra (from 10 August), expanding its growing network, and offering customers around the world more convenient connections to Dubai, and via Dubai. This will take the airline’s passenger network to 67 destinations in August, including seven points in Africa and five points […]

The Dubai Competitiveness Office in Dubai Economy has launched a ‘Dubai Competitiveness’ campaign in line with the government’s initiatives to enhance resilience against the impact of COVID-19. The campaign will support Dubai’s efforts to share experiences and information as well as spread awareness among the various target groups, including federal and local government entities, the […]

More than 270  UAE exporters and potential international buying partners came together this week for the UAE’s major buyers and exporters forum since COVID-19 shut down global trade events to discuss how the UAE national export community can help them overcome the significant financial challenges and risk they face in today’s ever-shifting economic environment to […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, is visiting its members to further strengthen its comprehensive SME support programmes, particularly the incentive package it announced to help entrepreneurs and start-ups reduce the impact of COVID-19. Abdul Baset Al Janahi, CEO of Dubai SME, is himself […]

DP World, the Dubai- based provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, has agreed to acquire a 60 percent shareholding in UNICO Logistics Co. Ltd. The transaction, subject to regulatory clearances, is expected to close in Q4 2020, and represents another strategic step in DP World’s vision to build an integrated suite of service […]

A run in the snow… in the midst of this sweltering summer with the mercury tipping the higher 40s? Welcome to Dubai, a place where impossible becomes possible. The “DXB Snow Run”, organised by Dubai Sports Council in cooperation with Ski Dubai, will take place on August 14, when temperatures are expected to be hovering […]

Hala, the joint venture between the RTA and Careem, has today announced a redesigned service, aimed at enhancing the health and safety of all areas of taxi travel. Supported by the RTA’s unparalleled industry knowledge, and by Careem’s first class technology, Hala have implemented a roster of new features, to build on the existing safety […]

On July 23rd, Careem celebrated eight years, a total 2,920 days, of simplifying the lives of people across the region. The everyday Super App started its journey in 2012 and today spans over 100 cities in 13 countries offering services across three areas: Mobility of People, Mobility of Things and Mobility of Money. The first […]

Gaurang Doshi Productions announces that Ameesha Patel, Prateik Babbar and Swedish-Greek actress Elli AvrRam are the latest additions to the already star-studded cast of the new ‘7th Sense’ web series. The talented trio now join the superstars’ crew, consisting of R Madhavan, Ronit Roy, Chunky Pandey, Tanuj Virwani, Aashim Gulati, Sana Saeed, Ahsaas Channa, Dibyendu […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has announced that Startup bootcamp, one of the world’s most active global industry-focused startup accelerators and investors has established its regional headquarters at DIFC. The establishment of the new regional offices for Startupbootcampfurther cements the […]

Emirates today rolled out a brand new, state-of-the-art online gateway to serve its travel trade partners around the world. Tailored for each market, and personalised for each partner to cater to their unique business environment and needs, the Emirates Partners Portal is a one-stop shop for travel industry partners to quickly and securely access the […]

UK-based luxury property developer Northacre, a wholly owned subsidiary of SHUAA Capital psc (DFM: SHUAA), is seeing a marked growth in interest from buyers even amid global economic turmoil triggered by the coronavirus pandemic. Northacre has continued its strong post-lockdown run of deals with the sale of a high-spec apartment in its first new-build and […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination, today announces the opening date for Season 25 as Sunday 25th October 2020. This Silver Jubilee Season promises to be a season like no other. In addition to the much-loved dining, shopping, entertainment and attractions on offer, including the ever-popular Ripley’s Believe It Or […]

The Dubai Sports Council held a coordination meeting with its key strategic partners on Sunday to discuss improvements to the Emirate’s extensive network of dedicated cycling tracks, and ways to enhance safety and the cycling experience for members of the community. Chaired by His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, the meeting […]

Dubai Economy has conducted its first ever online workshops for the new applicants in the 2020 cycle of the Dubai Quality Award (DQA) and Dubai Human Development Award (DHDA). The workshops were part of the relentless efforts of the Business Excellence Department in Dubai Economy to sustain the excellence journey in the UAE and were […]

On this Wednesday 29 July at 11am (UAE time), ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ‘CrisisPreneurship of Time’. The webinar is presented by Brig Sushil Bhasinbased in Mumbai, India. Brigadier Sushil Bhasin is a time investment strategist and a TEDx speaker. He served the Indian Army for 34 years. For the past 15 […]

Domus Group, organizers of the Dubai HeliShow, the biennial international helicopter technology and operations exhibition dedicated to the helicopter industry, has announced the new dates of the event to January 19-21, 2021 which was originally to take place in November 2020. To be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al […]

Emirates is offering UAE nationals and residents a chance to plan a quick escape this summer to the idyllic islands of the Maldives. Book now and enjoy an unforgettable holiday at some of the world’s most pristine beaches. With the gradual re-opening of borders, travel restrictions in Maldives have eased and passengers visiting the island […]

Dubai’s real estate market witnessed transactions worth AED24.5 billion in the first half of 2020, despite the impact of the global COVID-19 outbreak, according to a report issued by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). The figures indicate that Dubai’s real estate sector is gradually returning to normal, driven by the stimulus packages and initiatives launched […]

Dubai Government Workshop has revealed the completion of the smart transformation process for the exit of repaired vehicles. The achievement falls in line with Dubai Paperless Strategy and its vision to create a perfectly integrated paperless government through the transformation of government services and operations into 100% digital operation by 2021. This move will result […]

A report issued by the Business Registration & Licensing sector of Dubai Economy highlights the most popular areas across the city for setting up new business. As per the report, five areas account for 43.7 per cent of the total new business licences issued during the first half of this year. Dubai Economy had issued […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region and home to the largest, most developed FinTech ecosystem in the region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Jiaozi Fintech Dreamworks, one of China’s first Fintech innovation and entrepreneurship platforms. The MOU will enable the DIFC […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, announced the launch of a first of its kind Sobha Experience Studio. Located at the company’s flagship master development Sobha Hartland in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City in Dubai, the Experience Studio takes visitors on a behind-the-scenes journey of the various innovative aspects that make up […]

The Kite Beach in Jumeirah will be buzzing with beach sports enthusiasts this weekend as they get their first taste of competition in nearly five months, thanks to Dubai Sports Council’s Beach Sports Week. Being organised by Dubai Sports Council in co-operation with different partners, the Beach Sports Week will feature five different tournaments, open […]

Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has entitled car rental firms in Dubai to add the use of digital platforms and smart application activity to their business. The step aims to empower those companies to expand the scope of their services in line with Dubai Government’s drive to make Dubai the smartest and happiest city in […]

Emirates has announced that it will resume passenger services to Seychelles from 01 August, coinciding with the country’s re-opening to international tourists. Operating flights to Seychelles five times a week with a Boeing 777-300ER, Emirates offers travellers convenient access to this popular Indian Ocean holiday destination. In addition, Emirates will increase its services to the […]

The impact of COVID-19 on businesses and the legal protection as well as legislative tools available for companies and entrepreneurs to fulfill their obligations to all stakeholders concerned were the topics of discussion at the fifth ‘Market Dialogue’ organised by Dubai Economy. The dialogue, held today under the theme ‘Protecting the rights of distressed businesses […]

Dubai Islamic Bank, DIB, today announced its net profit reached AED 2.12 billion during the first half of the year, as it continues to demonstrate healthy profitability whilst ensuring prudence in growing the balance sheet. According to financial results for the period ending June 30th, 2020, the bank’s total income reached AED 6.82 billion whilst […]

As the power of virtual reality (VR) to treat diseases and phobias such as Alzheimer’s and arachnophobia rises, mass adoption could drastically improve its therapeutic potential, experts revealed during Dubai Internet City’s Fireside Chat. The latest session comes after a wave of psychological research suggests VR has become key to diagnosing and treating medical conditions […]

The Dubai Health Authority sees the reopening of airports, aggressive testing and sanitization, and resumption of elective surgeries and other healthcare services as clear indicators of Dubai’s readiness to restart health tourism in the emirate. Prior to the pandemic, Dubai has projected that the sector would contribute about 500,000 visitors in the emirate by 2021. An increasing […]

The Late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Founding Father of UAE, once said that, “The woman is half of the society; any country which pursues development should not leave her in poverty or illiteracy”. Echoing those sentiments, Laura Georges, one of the top stars of international women’s football and Secretary General of French Football […]

Vibrant beach-front property JA Ocean View Hotel on The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence officially reopens on 29th of July 2020 with resident rates as low as AED300++ per night. Become a JA member and you can even get the same offer for as low as AED264++ when you sign up and book directly on the website. Located by […]

There’s a lot of excitement in town, as not only has Modesh been reintroduced to the world this Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), he’s also brought along a new friend – Dana. With the seven-week long summer celebration of shopping and entertainment in full swing, it’s time to officially welcome Dana as one of DSS’ biggest […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has announced that one of its clients is undertaking a ground-breaking capital raise. Investment banking and wealth management firm GRIP (DIFC) Ltd.will conduct a multi-million dollar capital raise for Lead Real Estate this month, through […]

The wait is almost over for one of the most eagerly anticipated, innovative and exciting musical events of the year – the Tomorrowland Around the World festival. From 7pm to 2am on Saturday 25 July and Sunday 26 July, a star-studded line up of big-name singers and DJs will perform as part of the virtual […]

Emirates SkyCargo has facilitated the movement of essential commodities and other supplies for individual consumers and businesses across the world between April and June 2020, by operating more than 10,000 cargo flights to destinations across six continents. The flights were a mix of scheduled, ad-hoc and charter operations. Nabil Sultan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, […]

Smart Dubai held a virtual meeting for Chief Data Officers (CDOs) from various government entities in the emirate to showcase the Data Compliance progress made by the respective Dubai Government entities. The Smart Dubai team also presented the ‘Data Sharing Toolkit’, which was launched in April 2020 to provide guidelines for government and private entities […]

Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy, the educational arm of Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, is organising a summer camp titled ‘Entrepreneurs and the Challenge of Change’ for children and youth aged 8 to 18. During the camp, the Academy will share the lessons learned from […]

Recently launched home-grown delivery app GoFood has announced the launch of ‘GoFood Grocery’, a next-day fresh grocery delivery service in Dubai, available via the GoFood App. Offering a wide assortment of everyday essentials, including baked goods, fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy and meat, frozen food, household essentials, pantry items and so much more, GoFood Grocery […]

Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ largest national flag carrier, has issued passenger guidelines for those flying between Dubai and Manila to ensure smooth travel. These guidelines outline the documentary requirements and procedures that passengers need to prepare for before departure or have to undergo upon arrival at their destination. Cebu Pacific stresses that non-adherence to […]

Dust off your helmet because Dubai’s favourite way to get around is back. Careem, the region’s first Super App has announced the relaunch of its BIKE service across Dubai. Around the world, cycling is proving to be an important transport alternative. Careem has therefore set global benchmarks with its sanitation steps and approach to make […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, today announced the launch of a first of its kind Sobha Experience Studio. Located at the company’s flagship master development Sobha Hartland in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City in Dubai, the Experience Studio takes visitors on a behind-the-scenes journey of the various innovative aspects that make […]

The International Forum for Women and Sports, organised by the Women’s Sports Committee of Dubai Sports Council, will take place this Wednesday with some of the most prominent Emirati and international advocates of women’s sport sharing their insights on the “Future of Women’s Sport in Light of the Current Challenges”. Taking place remotely on video […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched a short filmmaking competition titled‘Dubai Creativity Short Films industry’ competition. The Authority is calling local and international amateurs and professionals in the creative field aged 15 and above to participate in the competition, which aims to encourage the talented youth and provide them with a platform […]

More than 80 projects with Dubai Economy’s DED Trader licence, which enables start-ups in Dubai to conduct business activities online and across social networking accounts, are displaying their products on Manasah.com launched by DP World to reach a larger number of consumers online. The cooperation between Dubai Economy and DP World is in line with […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI). Dubai FDI is an agency of Dubai Economy, Government of Dubai whose mission is to stimulate and sustain foreign investment […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is set to be the first developer to launch an outdoor drive-in cinema at one of its prominent developments, Riviera in MBR City. 25+ cars will be accommodated in the premises for a fee of AED 150 per car. The cinema is scheduled to be opened […]

Webinar etiquette is not particularly different from the best practices for any meeting or presentation, but they do have a slight twist in the digital world. These tips can make your webinars more enjoyable and productive. Dress your part Clothes definitely make an impression and nobody likes to listen to a person who is clumsily […]

The Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange (DGCX) today announced that it has partnered with American University of Sharjah (AUS) to foster the next generation of professionals across the finance sector. Through the collaboration, the DGCX will offer AUS undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in an internship program, with the core objectives of developing their skill sets, and educating them about […]

Emirates will resume passenger services to Stockholm with weekly flights from 1 August, expanding its network in Europe to 22 cities, and connecting customers from Europe to the Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa. The restart of Stockholm flights means that all Emirates gateways in Scandinavia will have resumed services by August, with flights to Oslo […]

Beach sports lover are in for a treat this weekend and the next, as Dubai Sports Council have announced a “Beach Sports Week” that will see competition in four different events taking place at Kite Beach in Jumeirah. The beach sports festival, being organised by Dubai Sports Council in co-operation with different partners, will start […]

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), the summer celebration of shopping and family fun, is once again offering residents and visitors the chance to win a selection of over 4,500 prizes including luxury cars, mall vouchers and cash giveaways. In keeping with its proud 23-year tradition, this year’s DSS features seven weeks of mega raffles and promotions, […]

The Dubai Team for Global Promotional Investment Missions attended a series of webinars organised by the Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, over June-July 2020 targeting businesspersons and investors in Australia to explore the opportunities and partnership potential in the food & agribusiness, healthcare, logistics, and technology sectors in Dubai, […]

Companies of all sizes and sectors that are keen enhance their CSR strategic and policies can now apply for the H2-2020 cycle of the Dubai Chamber CSR Label. Businesses have until November 30, 2020 to apply to the Dubai Chamber CSR Label Advanced, Dubai Chamber CSR Label Standard and four specialised categories, namely Dubai Chamber […]

Emirates Holidays, the tour operating arm of Emirates, has launched new measures to offer customers more choice, flexibility and peace of mind while booking their next adventure. The tour operator has relaxed its booking policy to offer customers a chance to book a holiday package in advance with only a deposit of AED 199, as […]

RAIL BUS, a new generation of low cost, green public transport system, which is developed by a number of international companies specialized in light rail systems. The concept of the RAIL BUS is based on providing a large number of small driverless vehicles that moved according to the demand in a network of interconnected paths, […]

Hamdan Sports Complex, one of Dubai’s top sporting landmarks, has been featured in “The Washington Post” in an article that talks about the reopening of sports and other sectors in 16 cities across the world following COVID-19 lockdown. The photograph of Hamdan Sports Complex welcoming swimmers back for training was used in the article headlined, […]

Popular for offering world class promotions and mega raffles, Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group (DGJG) the largest trade body for the jewellery industry in association with Dubai Festivals & Retail Establishment (DFRE), returns with a new season unraveling 6 jaw dropping deals, as part of Dubai Summer Surprises. For the first time, over 100 jewellery […]

As part of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority’s (Dubai Culture) digital campaign #CreateTogether, and in association with Briar Prestidge Trading LLC, CreateNationshas announced that UAE artists can submit their designs for their second collection of paint-them-yourself Art Tees. The new collection will showcase designs of the UAE-based artists, themed around mental health and happiness, in […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the launch of a task force under its Sustainability Network, which will address the issue of late payments to subcontractors and suppliers. The Task Force on Prompt Payment Practices for Subcontractors and Suppliers, joined by member companies representing a wide variety of economic sectors, will explore the […]

Dubai Sports Council has announced the readiness of Dubai’s sports stadiums and sports halls, both government and private, to receive audiences and open their gates to fans whenever the relevant authorities make a decision on the matter. The announcement comes following cooperation on the issue between Dubai Sports Council and Dubai Police, and all government and […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, continued to accelerate growth in the first half of 2020, with 310 new company registrations, an impressive 25% increase from the same period in 2019. The total number of active registered companies in the DIFC […]

What is better than hosting a webinar on a single platform? Answer: Broadcasting it on it on several other popular Live streaming platforms! As live streaming has become more ubiquitous, so have the ‘DIY’ options, like YouTube Live, Facebook Live, Periscope, Instagram Live and LinkedIn Live. Here are a few reasons why it makes sense […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture)is celebrating history in the making as the UAE launches the ‘Hope Probe’Mission to Mars, a milestone of pride for the nation, the region and the Arab and Islamic world. A contemporary mural produced by the UAE’s creative community takes centre stage in the city’s historical Al Fahidi Neighborhood, […]

Within its efforts to enhance Dubai’s leading position as a central hub for regional and global transit trade, Dubai Customs launched a guide on transit trade. The guide, prepared by the Tariff and Origin Department, outlines all the procedures and steps that need to be taken by companies to avail the services and facilities provided […]

Emirates and Olympique Lyonnais (OL) revealed the club’s new jerseys for the 20/21 season during a friendly match against the Glasgow Rangers F.C. in Groupama Stadium on Thursday night as part of the Veolia Trophy. Much awaited by Lyon fans, the 20/21 Home jersey is the first to carry Emirates’ branding, marking the start of […]

Over the last three months there has been explosive growth in companies turning to virtual events to connect with audiences. As we are moving towards hybrid events, all future events will be a blend of physical and virtual. A recent survey of event professionals that Etc.venues conducted during a hybrid event has revealed that almost […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, is set to be the first developer to launch an outdoor drive-in cinema at one of its prominent developments, Riviera in MBR City. 25+ cars will be accommodated in the premises for a fee of AED 150 per car. The cinema is scheduled to be opened […]

Similar to other parts of the world, the UAE has also experienced the impact of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic in the first half of 2020. The temporary restrictions on movement and travel have also had a predictable effect on Dubai’s real estate sector. Despite this challenging situation, the latest, combined data released by Bayut and […]

Authentic stakeholder engagement is proving to be a crucial part of business strategies as companies navigate new challenges created by the Covid-19 pandemic, industry experts explained during a recent webinar hosted by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The webinar, titled Reconnecting with Stakeholders during Covid19 – why it matters and how to get it […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) hosted 349 trade webinars over a four-month period leading to the city’s reopening to tourists on 7 July, as part of a global marketing programme aimed at ensuring Dubai remains top of mind among tourists as a safe must-visit destination. The virtual sessions, held for trade […]

Emirates has announced it will resume flights to Tehran (from 17 July), Guangzhou (from 25 July), Addis Ababa (from 1 August), and Oslo (from 4 August), expanding connectivity for customers with these latest cities rejoining its network across the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Africa, and Europe. This will take the airline’s passenger network to 62 […]

A recent report by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Dubai Economy stated that the number of operating businesses in the field of developing and managing e-commerce platforms has reached 1,969 licences in Dubai. The average annual growth rate of new licences in this activity over the last five years was 120%, […]

Businesses in the UAE should be fully aware of the legal considerations with respect to the recovery of payments as more companies face debt issues due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation, according to legal experts who spoke at a recent webinar hosted by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The webinar, entitled COVID 19 & […]

dnata has continued to deliver reliable and safe air services and taken on new roles to support and create value for airline customers and local communities amid COVID-19 challenges. Cooperating closely with government authorities, customers and suppliers, the company’s dedicated teams have worked around the clock to make a difference by ensuring smooth and safe […]

The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority marked the reopening of its Al ShindaghaMuseum with its debut‘ Tales from the Past’photo tour, which invited local photographers and content creators to visit, snap and share their experience at the Perfume House and the Dubai Creek: Birth of a City House. Held in collaboration with #MyDubai; Canon Middle […]

Emirates will deploy its iconic A380 on its daily Amsterdam service, and add a second daily A380 service to London Heathrow starting from 1 August. This announcement follows the Emirates A380’s return to the skies today with EK001 to London Heathrow taking off from Dubai International airport at 0745hrs, and EK073 at 0820hrs, carrying commercial […]

Dubai’s residential sector faced a challenging second quarter of 2020, with social distancing measures, coupled with Covid-19’s economic impact, affecting market performance.  However, with encouraging transaction figures in June, a move towards more typical sales volume is expected in Q3, according to the latest Observer: Dubai Residential Report Q2 2020 from Chestertons. Residential transactions totalled […]

The Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, with the participation of international business councils, investment advisors, and government agencies, is hosting a series of webinars in the wake of global restrictions imposed to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, presenting an array of opportunities for investment and partnership […]

A new wave of rapid digitalisation in Latin America is creating plenty of new business opportunities in e-commerce, digital trade digital services and logistics, which companies in Dubai can capitalise on as they prepare for a post-Covid recovery, industry experts said during a recent webinar organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The webinar, […]

Arabian Adventures, part of The Emirates Group, has restarted its desert safaris, enabling residents and visitors of Dubai to enjoy the open space, fresh air and sunshine of the great outdoors. Arabian Adventures has taken several measures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of guests and provide them with complete peace of mind on all safaris. […]

Xstrike, located in the heart of Al Qouz, is gearing up to officially reopen its doors to players on Thursday, 9th July. The entertainment hub was launched by “Immersive Experiences” in December 2019, a live combat experience that successfully bridges the gap between traditional paintball and laser-tag, now coming back bigger and better, with new […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone, Jafza, has recently recorded 10.6 percent growth in the retail and e-commerce sector with a total trade value of AED37.6 billion despite the sudden challenges facing both regional and global economy. More than 1,000 companies from 96 countries play a pivotal role in Jafza’s retail and general trading sector. Approximately 39 […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority announced the launch of the museums’ ‘Summer Virtual Camp’programme for school students from the 12th of July to 31stAugust 2020. The initiative aims to benefit the largest possible number of students through interactive activities focused on enhancing their intellectual and creative abilities as well as through investing their time from […]

Businesses and healthcare providers in the UAE looking for an easier way to source and secure personal protective equipment (PPE) can now do so through Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s newly launched Response Initiative (RRI). The online marketplace connects reliable buyers and sellers of PPE and medical supplies and aims to meet a growing […]

Dubai Investments PJSC, a leading Middle East investment and a public joint stock company listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) celebrated its silver jubilee anniversary, marking 25 years of investments in the region, with a bell ringing ceremony at the DFM. The bell ringing ceremony was attended by Abdulrahman Ghanem Al Mutaiwee, Chairman of […]

Abu Dhabi Health Services Company(SEHA), the largest healthcare network in the UAE, has announced the closure of its field hospital located at Dubai Parks & Resorts following the discharge of the last COVID-19 patients during a closing ceremony held on Monday, July 13. Over the course of the last few weeks, several SEHA facilities have […]

As part of its preparations for the ramp up of passenger flights, Dubai Airports has announced a strategic partnership with OSN, the region’s leading entertainment provider, to give passengers at Dubai International (DXB) complimentary access to OSN’s new streaming app, from July 14, 2020. As the top ranked international airport welcomes customers back through its […]

Majid Al Futtaim Communities has underlined there silience of the UAE real estate market by holding a ground-breaking ceremony for their recently launched Elan neighbourhood at Tilal Al Ghafon July 12. The move officially kicks off the construction phase of the development, moving the project one step closer to its planned delivery by December 2022. […]

in5 has announced three winners in its competition challenging entrepreneurs and startups to create an innovative product or service to boost the UAE’s response toCOVID-19 using next-generation technology, media or design. Dubai-based ventures Robomask, CoviBot Pro and Vision Health came out on top. The trio have won a year’s free membership with in5, a business […]

Emirates Loto, the region’s first fully digital collectables scheme with optional free entry to a weekly draw has announced the winners for its thirteenth draw. Nine lucky winners who matched five out of six numbers in the live draw last night have walked away with AED 111,111.11 each, having split the AED 1 million prize. […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination, invites entrepreneurs and investors across the country to be part of the upcoming Season 25 and Silver Anniversary celebrations. During the previous 24 seasons, Global Village has become known for pushing the boundaries in family entertainment by bringing the world to Dubai. Perhaps lesser […]

Emirates will be operating special repatriation flights to five Indian cities between 12th and 26th July to assist stranded Indians get home and for residents of UAE currently in India to return to the UAE. The flights will be operated to Bengaluru, Delhi, Kochi, Mumbai and Thiruvananthapuram between 12th and 26th July 2020 offering the […]

The New Media Academy, a first of its kind digital academy in the Middle East, in partnership with Nas Academy, part of the Nas Daily Group, announced the Youth YouTuber Program. This unique summer programme will be taught by handpicked instructors, to provide students with a greater understanding of the world of content creation, from […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy, mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector and entrepreneurship, continued to expand and diversify its advisory and support programmes in 2019 with an added emphasis on enhancing SME competitiveness and strengthening Dubai as a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship. The past year saw 3,871 Emirati […]

Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ largest national flag-carrier, will resume its flights from Manila to Dubai (5J 18) every Sunday at 6:55 PM (Philippine Standard Time), and Dubai to Manila (5J 19) every Monday at 3:30 AM (UAE Standard Time), beginning July 12, 2020. In line with the safety measures implemented by the Dubai government, […]

Just 6 weeks in business, ONLY webinars has had a busy opening. The ‘Webinars As A Service’ (WAAS) platform is hosting and promoting a bunch of webinars this week. – The Video Content Creation Formula by Reim El Houni on Saturday, 11 July at 4 pm UAE time – Making that giant leap for humankind: […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s representative offices in Africa recently organised a webinar, which answered common questions from foreign investors related to freelancing, residency visas, opening a bank account and choosing the right consultant and partner in Dubai. The event, part of the Benefits of Doing Business in Dubai webinar series hosted in collaboration […]

A recent report by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Dubai Economy stated that the number of operating businesses in the field of vegetable and fruit trading has reached 2,495 including 557 companies in the field of dried vegetables and fruits. Most of these companies have been licensed since 1963 until now. […]

Dubai Summer Surprises, the emirate’s highly anticipated summer shopping extravaganza, is back for its 23rd edition from 9th July 2020 until 29th August 2020, and to complement the excitement surrounding this much anticipated event, Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for INFINITI in Dubai, Sharjah, and the […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has announced that DIFC Presidential Directive will end on 31 July 2020. On 26 April 2020, DIFC declared DIFC Presidential Directive No 4. of 2020 which addressed the pressing need for firms based in the […]

Wild Wadi is set to re-open its doors on July 10th, welcoming guests back for family entertainment and aquatic adventure in one of Dubai’s most iconic water parks. With fun at the top of its agenda, Wild Wadi offers a host of exciting rides and attractions for families, thrill seekers and those simply looking to […]

The Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network Task Force on Waste Management recently organised a webinar advising businesses on sustainable, effective and safe disposal of personal protective equipment (PPE) solutions and best practices for dealing with COVID 19 posed waste management challenges in offices. The webinar, titled Ensuring a Safe Disposal of PPE and COVID 19 Related […]

With the closure of the academic year in the UAE, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority celebrates the successful integration of its museums into the remote-learning curriculum that benefited over 11,304 students from 298 tours conducted with students of over 94 public and private schools. The tours provided the younger generation with an enriching opportunity to […]

The Dubai Land Department(DLD), through the Promotion and Real Estate Investment Management Sector, launched its new ‘Invest in Dubai’ initiative under the theme ‘Discussing the Opportunities that Arise from Dubai as a Real Estate Investment Destination’. The initiative aims to highlight Dubai’s position in real estate on a global front. It also sets out to […]

Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), an agency of Dubai Economy, called on businesses and investors to capitalise on the incentives announced by the various free zones to reduce the impact of COVID-19 on economic activity in the emirate. Senior officials from Dubai Economy and prominent free zones, such as Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), […]

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in association with the Dubai Sports Council, mark the official opening of the 10th edition of Dubai Sports World (DSW). The UAE’s most anticipated sporting event will run until 3rd October 2020. DWTC has transformed its halls into playing fields – from basketball, tennis and badminton courts to football and cricket pitches, among others, […]

The Aviation Club, Dubai’s premier health club and wellness focused centre in the heart of old Dubai, has launched a Swim Academy in partnership with Movement & Me. The ‘Swim For You’ programme is heaven-sent for every aquaphile; whether the goal is to improve your swimming technique, live a healthier and more active lifestyle, or […]