MState today announced the market launch of Villa Aurum, located on the tip of frond M on the Palm Jumeirah. Priced at 100m AED, the property is believed to be one of the most expensive, and exclusive, currently available. The property also reflects the robust performance of the super-prime property market in Dubai over the […]

Introducing Viya Access – Dubai’s ultimate lifestyle membership package. Enjoy unlimited access to a whole range of premium pools, beaches and state-of-the-art fitness facilities throughout the city, as well as up to 25% discount at the city’s top restaurants and nightlife destinations. What’s more, pass holders can enjoy these exclusive benefits and more while still […]

Dubai managed to place itself within the top 10 or 20 cities globally in more than 100 indicators related to safety and security in several internationally renowned competitiveness reports, according to a policy brief released recently by the Dubai Competitiveness Office in Dubai Economy as part of its mandate to publish research and spread awareness […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced that it is organising a virtual workshop for adults over the age of 18, titled ‘Reading is Good for the Soul.’ The Authority invites community members, including citizens and residents, to join the workshop organised by the Dubai Performing Arts Programme on 30th March via Microsoft […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has announced the conclusion of the second cohort of Scaleup Dubai, an extension of Market Access programme, providing high-growth startups with in-depth knowledge, guidance and tailored support needed to help them take their businesses to the next level. Joining the second cohort of […]

“Clubhouse allows you to interact with other corporate leaders as well as communicate with each other in your business.” Like so many other social media platforms, clubhouse chats cover a variety of subjects. Going to participate in Clubhouse discussions, according to fans, feels more like an immersive podcast or an audio form of Twitter. The […]

Negus is a 28 minute listening experience consisting of 8 compositions recorded in London in 2015, produced by Lord Tusk, Steven Julien, and Acyde. Negus is presented as an immersive sound installation that can only be experienced in person. The recording is unavailable for purchase via digital or physical platforms. bey designed the multi-track recording […]

Time Out Market, the world’s first food and cultural Market based on editorial curation, is set to open Time Out Market Dubai on Wednesday April 7, 2021, 12pm in Downtown’s Souk Al Bahar. The Market, which brings the best of the city under one roof, will offer incredible culinary delights by 17 award-winning, homegrown chefs […]

The organizing committee of Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament has announced registration for 2021 NAS Run and NAS Cycling Championships will open on March 23 and close on April 10. The annual NAS Sports Tournament is coming back for its eighth season in the Holy Month of Ramadan, with competition in three different sports – padel tennis, running […]

At the 18th edition of Sharjah Heritage Days (SHD) in the Heart of Sharjah, a quaint stall bedecked with Tunisian fish motifs sports the name ‘Do-it-Yourself’ Stand. Visitors to the stand, run by artists and handicraft preservers KalthoumTreki and BachirLaswad, can learn how to make musical instruments, mainly drums or “tablas” of many shapes and […]

With over 1 billion users, Instagram is a social media powerhouse. In simple terms, it is a strong mobile photo and video connecting social networking site that allows users to share images and short videos (highest possible for one minute) and share them on certain social networking platforms like Instagram, Twitter, Flickr, and Tumblr. New generations […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has announced that its membership of the World Alliance of International Financial Centres (WAIFC) has been unanimously approved by its Board. WAIFC is a non-profit association registered in Brussels, Belgium which represents leading international financial centres, […]

Kosher Arabia, a joint venture between Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) and CCL Holdings, has become one of the first registered and certified producers of kosher food in the UAE with the opening of its ultramodern catering facility in Dubai. Offering innovative solutions and tailor-made services, Kosher Arabia will provide fresh, quality kosher meals to customers […]

Retail sales in the UAE are expected to rebound and grow by 13 percent to reach $58 billion by the end of 2021, supported by pent up consumer demand in the second half of the year, COVID-19 vaccination efforts and Expo 2020 Dubai, new analysis from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has projected. The […]

flydubai announces attractive fares to select destinations that are available to book from AED 755. In addition, holidays by flydubai packages to Africa, Central Asia, Europe, the Subcontinent and the Middle East can be booked from as little as AED 1,899 per person. Whether travelling to visit family and loved ones back home or getting […]

A delegation of international and continental cycling chiefs, led by the President of Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) David Lappartient, visited Dubai Sports Council on Sunday to discuss means of further strengthening their relationship and cementing UAE and Dubai’s position as one of the leading destinations for top international cycling events as well as international cycling tourism. His Excellency […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) is celebrating its Silver Jubilee year, highlighting its successas one of the leading free zones in the UAE, following outstanding financial and operational results last year. The free zone’s results affirm the effectiveness of its strategic initiatives and economic incentive packages that were launched to overcome the challenges caused by COVID-19. […]

Looking for an early morning escape to the desert dunes, surrounded by nature and with a delectable selection of breakfast items and a host of activities on offer? Sonara Camp has the ideal way to start your day! Launching this weekend, Sonara Camp will be hosting ‘Breakfast in the Desert’ every Friday and Saturday. Your […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, celebrated International Happiness Day last night in style. The famous landmarks were lit in Yellow to mark the occasion and smiley faces adorned both the largest underwater screen and the iconic Wheel of the World whilst happy guests enjoyed […]

We can confidently assume that on-demand access to data in the world is a part of peoples lives now, as well as for the coming years, thanks to desktops, tablets, and a growing galaxy of diverse linked screens and devices. We’ve reached the end of an era, and businesses must adapt. People now continue to […]

The Palm Tower, Nakheel’s new 52-storey landmark development on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah is now almost 95 per cent complete,with all components due to open by October this year. Soaring 240 metres above the world-famous island, the iconic building is in the advanced stages of fit out, with all exterior cladding completed. Located at the heart […]

According to the 12th edition of Mo’asher, Dubai’s official sales price index that was launched by Dubai Land Department (DLD) in cooperation with Property Finder, Dubai’s real estate market recorded 3,787 sales transactions worth AED 7.43 billion in February 2021, 13.8% more than January 2021 in terms of volume and 8.9% more in terms of […]

A successful marketing approach is the foundation of any effective marketing campaign. Unexpectedly, over more than half of the companies polled either don’t even have a straightforward digital marketing plan or still haven’t incorporated one. While some initiatives may ultimately succeed, failing to plan makes your marketing less successful. Your digital marketing strategy will greatly assist […]

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, chaired the Council’s 64th meeting held remotely. HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, attended the meeting. HE Ahmed Buti Al Muhairbi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Energy, attended the meeting along […]

Today at 8.40pm, the world’s tallest building and the epicentre of Dubai’s bustling city life, Burj Khalifa, was lit up in pink thanks to fashion e-tailer PrettyLittleThing. Framed against the urban tapestry of the cosmopolitan city of Dubai, the landmark skyscraper illuminated with vibrant lights, celebrating PrettyLittleThing’s Arabic website launch and presence within the global […]

The super number plates (AA 66), (I 70) will top a fascinating collection of 100 fancy licensing plates of two, three, four and five digits on offer at the forthcoming 106th open auction of Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Plates on offer bear (AA-I-K-L-M-N-O-P-Q-R-S-T-U-V-W-X-Y-Z) codes. Registration of bidders starts on Sunday 21st March 2021. Interested bidders […]

Marion Bartoli, the former French tennis star and 2013 Wimbledon champion, is planning to open a tennis academy here in Dubai with the aim of discovering and nurturing future Emirati champions. The 36-year-old Frenchwoman, who announced her retirement from tennis in 2013, just over a month after her sensational triumph at Wimbledon, revealed her plans […]

Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management, headed by H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, announced COVID-19 precautionary measures for the Holy Month of Ramadan. The measures are aligned with the guidelines announced by the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA). The Committee advised the public not to hold […]

“GET THE SPEED YOU NEED TO KEEP YOUR CUSTOMERS ENGAGED”. Your website has been a more important medium than ever in today’s marketing world. Your website is a salesperson who works for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and as such, it has the potential to be the most valuable tool and […]

Expo 2020 Dubai is inviting children for entertaining and inspiring spring break at Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion, a fun-filled and educational day out for the entire family. After enjoying the experience inside the Sustainability Pavilion, visitors can relax and enjoy the rest of their afternoon or evening in the pavilion’s unique surrounding public spaces, […]

Organised under the umbrella of Dubai Sports Council, the 50km Al Marmoom Ultramarathon takes place on Friday, March 19, in Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve in accordance with all COVID-19 precautionary measures and protocols for approved sports competitions. The event, which is being organised in association with Dubai Municipality and FittGROUP, will also offer two […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, continues to enhance its offering to ensure the safety and wellbeing of travellers and help airlines restore confidence in air travel. The company has partnered with the Disinfect Group and Ecas4 Australia to launch a safe, highly efficient and environment-friendly baggage disinfection service at Singapore Changi […]

DP World announces robust financial results for the year ended 31 December 2020. On a reported basis, revenue grew 11.0% to $8,533 million and adjusted EBITDA grew 0.4% to $3,319 million with adjusted EBITDA margin of 38.9%. Results before separately disclosed items unless otherwise stated USD million 2020 2019 As reported % change 2019 excluding […]

Topgolf Dubai might be new to the city’s entertainment scene but the innovative sports entertainment venue just launched two more family friendly games for kids of all ages – mini golf and Angry Birds. MINI GOLF Taking over right-wing of the ground floor of Topgolf Dubai, The Bunker Mini Golf & Café challenges children and […]

“DON’T USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO IMPRESS PEOPLES, USE IT TO IMPACT PEOPLE” –DaveWillis.org For marketing companies and marketing advisers, the right social media marketing plan always has been a Holy Grail, but constructing an appropriate one at this point has proven incredibly difficult. Some strategies that were effective last year, or even previously this year, […]

The Middle East’s leading art fair, Art Dubai will stage its 14th edition in a purpose-built venue at the iconic Gate Building in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), 29 March to 3 April 2021. Art Dubai will operate at the highest COVID-19 safety protocols; alongside standard procedures, including regular testing of participants, the fair has […]

MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the largest Hollywood-inspired theme park in the Middle East, has just launched Breakout Wednesdays: an exciting offer that allows every visitor to enjoy entrance to the Park and a complimentary meal every Wednesday starting March, 2021. Breakout Wednesdays are open to everyone. Be it parents looking for some after school thrills and dinner […]

A global study of private sector perspectives highlights how international trade flows have remained robust despite the pandemic. On average, companies allocated 32% of revenue from the first half of 2020 to help them switch suppliers or logistics providers and change production or purchasing locations. Consequently, 42% of companies saw international revenue expand in the first half […]

This March, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), one of Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations, is inviting the Dubai community to celebrate their mums with unmissable offers across the Centre’s portfolio of over 350 retail and F&B outlets. WELLNESS Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre Offer: Ladies visiting Waldorf Astoria Spa in March can complement their […]

Expo 2020 Dubai has urged UAE citizens and residents who wish to act as ambassadors for the country and help welcome millions of visitors to the first World Expo in the region to sign up for the Expo 2020 Volunteers Programme, with applications set to close on 31st March 2021. Following a huge response garnered […]

Get ready for the ultimate day club experience the UAE has been waiting for! Legendary Ibiza beach club, O Beach, can now reveal that it will open its doors on Palm Jumeriah’s newest hot spot, Palm West Beach later this year. The highly anticipated opening of O Beach Dubai will bring an unrivalled beach club experience […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announced today a long-term strategic partnership to enhance school feeding programmes in Africa. This strategic agreement renews and strengthens the longstanding partnership between WFP and Dubai Cares and focuses on securing the health and wellbeing of […]

“Marketers need to build digital relationships and reputation before closing a sale.” – Chris Brogan. The act of communicating with customers to persuade them to purchase a product or subscribe to a service is known as marketing. Marketing, in any form, is one of the most important activities for any company to engage in, as no […]

With Ramadan just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about your gifts and nutritious meals for the holy month. NRTC Fresh has launched a brand-new gift corner filled with a mouth-watering, showstopping array of edible arrangements that would make the perfect centre piece to present during Iftar meals. The new gift […]

The 17th edition of Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition – DIHAD continued on the second day, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The 3-day gathering of humanitarian leaders, running until the 17th of […]

Gartner, Inc. identified the top 10 data and analytics (D&A) technology trends for 2021 that can help organizations respond to change, uncertainty and the opportunities they bring in the next year. “The speed at which the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted organizations has forced D&A leaders to have tools and processes in place to identify key technology […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture)participated in a virtual workshop organised by Abu Dhabi Public Libraries on 15 March that highlighted the role of public libraries in promoting reading and consolidating a culture of learning and research. The Authorityemphasisedthe extensive, rich content in Dubai’s public libraries and the activities that contribute to encouraging reading […]

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and entreprise – has welcomed The Place Business Centre, a workspace solution in partnership with the Ukrainian Business Council (UBC), to its thriving business community. The UBC headquarters in the UAE will be also located at The Place Business Centre. […]

Many business owners are hesitant to admit that online traffic is much more essential to their company’s progress than they realize. It is a barometer of how well your company is performing in comparison to similar businesses, it improves your identity online, it is also the best approach to your site’s SEO credibility, and, as […]

Citron, the Dubai based family business that supplies innovative mealtime products to families, has entered into an exciting agreement with master distribution company MAPYR to drive growth, further innovation and continued success. MAPYR, a fellow family-owned business of over 10 years, distributes more than 20 premium family focused brands, predominantly from key European markets, across […]

Dubai Food Festival (DFF), the annual festival of food, is back! Celebrating the culinary capital of the region, the 24-day event will showcase Dubai’s most exciting gastronomy offerings with a city-wide festival of food, from 25 March to 17 April. This year’s edition will focus on four highlights of Dubai’s food scene: rich culinary diversity, […]

NUMAISH® feels proud to empower brands, which take initiatives for making fashion sustainable, ethical & the revival of handwoven heritage. The current popularity of slow, conscious & mindful fashion is not only good for the environment but for wardrobes too in the current times. NUMAISH® will host its 30th edition this summer, with a key […]

According to the real estate bulletin issued by Dubai Land Department (DLD) under the name ‘Real Estate Updates,’3,036 new investors entered the market in January and February 2021, representing 62% of the total number of investors during the same period. The bulletin highlighted the flexibility of Dubai’s real estate sector since the beginning of 2021and […]

Emirates and TAP Air Portugal has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand the codeshare partnership currently in place between both airlines. The new agreement will see customers of both airlines benefit from seamless connectivity on many new routes across the Americas, North Africa and East Asia. Emirates and TAP Air Portugal will also […]

Cycling enthusiasts throughout the region prepare for the legendary Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, which will take place later this month. Taking place on March 26, 2021, the illustrious 92km Race and short course will start and finish at the Dubai International Sports Stadium in Dubai Sports City, taking the region’s thriving cycling community through […]

In honour of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2021last week, Jumeirah Group hosted a special lunch of thought-provoking discussions with some of the country’s most aspirational women. A historical moment on the global calendar, this year’s theme was #ChooseToChallengeto call out gender bias and inequality. With inclusivity a core value of its business, Jumeirahbrought together women […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) will organise the 7th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on 6 -7 October 2021 at Expo 2020 Dubai. […]

The sectors with the most promising opportunities in the next 50 years and the new prospects that will be available in the future for our rapidly evolving world were the main topics on the agenda for the second chapter of the Mohamed Bin Zayed Majlis for Future Generations titled ‘New Opportunities’. The virtual third edition […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has won the Prince Michael International Road Safety Award 2020 in recognition of its outstanding achievements through its Traffic Safety Strategy Scheme. In the process, RTA has become the first government entity outside the UK to win this prestigious award for the third time running, having won it earlier […]

Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), has announced a strategic partnership with leading international hospitality company, Jumeirah Group, to facilitate graduates in pursuing successful careers in the tourism and hospitality sectors, and forms an integral part of the industry nationalisation initiative, Medyaf. This initiative is […]

Celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan this year by embracing ‘Arabian Nights’ at Sonara Camp nestled in the beautiful Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Gather family and friends for a one of a kind escape of the city to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of nature while enjoying traditional Arabic pursuits including stargazing with an astronomer, […]

Backlinks are an essential part of any SEO strategy, and understanding how to construct them can assist your blog ranking in several different ways. Building backlinks is a must-do challenge for website owner who wants to increase and retain organic traffic to the website over time due to their SEO strategy. Finding out where to […]

Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan Higher Committee, expressed his gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, for launching the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. Al Tayer, who is also Director General and Chairman of […]

Mai Dubai announced that it has partnered with DGrade, manufacturer of eco-friendly clothing, to support its ‘Simply Bottles’ recycling initiative for schools. The initiative has been designed to educate, engage and empower children to contribute to sustainability by increasing recovery and recycling rates of plastic bottles in the UAE. The campaign, which runs until June […]

Calling on all young art enthusiasts attending SISD, the 5-star family-friendly Swissôtel Al Ghurair challenged grade 8 students to an Art Competition that will see 10 finalist student’s art displayed across Swissôtel Al Ghurair and 3 students will also have the chance to win exciting prizes with the top prize taking on lucky student on […]

SIVVI.COM, the region’s leading fashion and lifestyle destination, is proud to announce its partnership with Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, to support education for underprivileged girls around the world in celebration of women this month. SIVVI customers will be able to donate directly on the website upon checkout during the […]

Director General of Dubai Customs H.E. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih received the “Great Place to Work” certificate, which puts Dubai Customs as the first customs organization to have received such certification. The certificate was given to Dubai Customs in the presence of Ibrahim Mougharbel, Managing Director, Great Place To Work® UAE, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar, Danzel Alan […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today launched the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan that maps out a comprehensive future map for sustainable urban development in the city. Aligned with the UAE’s vision for the next 50 years, the Plan is […]

Customer engagement is a metric that measures how well a company interacts with its customers at all stages of their lives. Customers can help brands maintain and expand a “human-to-human” association with them instead of taking part with them on a variety of media. This creates cost beyond global communication. Customer engagement is no longer […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today launched the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan that maps out a comprehensive future map for sustainable urban development in the city. Aligned with the UAE’s vision for the next 50 years, the Plan is […]

The UAE Rugby Federation announced on Tuesday that a friendly match will be held between the country’s first national team and its Israeli counterpart at the Dubai Sports City stadiums on 19th March. The friendly match aims to shed light on the role of sport in promoting relations among various countries as well as consolidating […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, announced the launch of the ‘Tjaarz Business Incubation Centre’ in Business Bay, an integrated platform for young citizens and entrepreneurs with creative and ambitious ideas in the tourism, franchising, and e-commerce sectors. The Centre will support projects related […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) received the 100 percent “Paperless Stamp” from Smart Dubai, in recognition of its success in completing the digital transformation of all its operations and services by 100 percent. This new achievement underlines its excellence in smart adoption and making Dubai the favourite place to live, work and visit. DEWA […]

There seem to be a multitude of reasons why a business might need to completely redesign its products, facilities, or marketing strategy in today’s dynamic and gradually evolving industry structure. This is known as business transformation, and it frequently entails significant corporate reorganization and also structural alterations to the economic parts of the firm and […]

As any marketer knows, if you want to succeed in today’s environment, you’ll need a smart digital marketing plan, and sales funnels will be an integral part of your digital strategy. As a proponent of marketing strategy, the concept of gently leading a user via several actions while providing valuable content along the way leads […]

Abu Dhabi, the news you’ve been waiting for is finally here. We’re always creating, exploring and feeling inspired by our surroundings – and so, when Mama Rita fans in Abu Dhabi asked, we delivered. Starting on March 10, Mama Rita will be delivering to Abu Dhabi all of her on demand, home-style meals, available on […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) Sector in Dubai Economy issued 4,796 new licenses in February 2021, an increase of 3.4% from the 4,639 new licenses issued in February 2020. Among the new licenses issued in February 2021, 57% were professional (2,730), followed by 41.5% commercial (1,992), and the rest were distributed among tourism and […]

Dubai Culture is holding virtual music training workshops for children. The Authority is inviting citizens, residents and visitors, ages 6 -12 years, to join this programme, which is being organised throughout March as part of the Dubai Performing Arts Program, to develop their passion for music and be creative. Representing a cooperation between the Performing […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has announced the start of flights to Tirana, the capital of Albania and becomes the first UAE-based airline to offer direct flights on this route. The airline will operate two flights a week between Dubai International (DXB) and Tirana International Airport (TIA) from 28 March. Commenting on the announcement, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “as countries within our flying radius lift […]

Imogen Simmonds, the 2020 women’s champion, will be back in Dubai this weekend, hoping to defend her IRONMAN 70.3 Dubai crown alongside a stacked field that also includes two-time Dubai women’s champion and Swiss legend Daniela Ryf. More than 1,400 have registered to take part for this year’s IRONMAN 70.3 Dubai, including nearly 100 elite professionals, […]

The Hotel Show Dubai is delighted to announce its return, live and in-person, from 31st May – 2nd June 2021 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Under this year’s theme, ‘Redefining Hospitality’, The Hotel Show Dubai offers the industry professionals in the Middle East a powerful platform from which to source, connect and learn about […]

Dubai Municipality, in collaboration with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), announced that it is preparing to launch the DMSat-1 satellite, the region’s first environmental nanometric satellite, on 20March 2021. The launch is part of a high-technology project undertaken to develop solutions to environmental challenges and address climate change. The satellite will be launched […]

Abu Dhabi-headquartered Gulf Capital has exited its investment in Egyptian Chinese Drilling Company in a secondary sale to another alternative investment firm based in the GCC region. The sale brings to an end a 7-year association between Gulf and ECDC which began in 2014 when Gulf Capital’s first private credit fund backed ECDC’s founders for […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region today reported the best performance in its 16-year history. Reaffirming Dubai’s growing reputation across the global finance industry, the number of new firms operating in DIFC grew 20 per cent, taking the total to 2,919. […]

One thing is for sure: we all understand how challenging it is to adjust to adapt. Change is unavoidable and an integral part of becoming human, whether it is intentional or accidental, gradual or abrupt. COVID-19 has caused an individual discover in our way of life over the last few months. And now, even going […]

The UAE Rugby Federation announced on Tuesday that a friendly match will be held between the country’s first national team and its Israeli counterpart at the Dubai Sports City stadiums on 19th March. The friendly match aims to shed light on the role of sport in promoting relations among various countries as well as consolidating […]

AGMC, the official importer of BMW Group vehicles for Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, has expanded its engagement in local motorsport announcing its one-year partnership with Dubai Autodrome. The new partnership will see AGMC providing the facility with a total of 10 vehicles comprising of the BMW M2 Competition, the BMW M3 Competition, the […]

To debunk the perception that street hailing is faster than e-hailing, Hala (Dubai Taxi) has set up a campaign that gives riders the chance to win AED 3000 if a Hala captain takes longer than 3 minutes to reach the pick-up location. The ‘3 minute arrival time’ campaign aims to spread awareness of Hala Captains’ […]

Elena Rybakina overcame a second set fightback by Saisai Zheng to reach the second round of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Monday, winning 6-0 6-4, and she was joined there by Madison Keys, who marked her Dubai debut by taking just 64 minutes to claim a stunning 6-1 6-1 victory over qualifier En-Shuo […]

Get ready to go glorious green at The Pointe, Dubai’s premier lifestyle and dining destination on Palm Jumeirah, as The Palm Fountain, the world’s largest fountain, participates in Tourism Ireland’s Global Greening initiative. On 17 March, The Palm Fountain will join hundreds of iconic landmarks and sites across 55 countries around the world to light […]

Emirates has announced it will increase services to popular holiday destinations, Maldives and Seychelles, ahead of the Easter break. Starting 28 March, the airline will offer customers 28 weekly flights to Male, and seven weekly flights to Mahe. The added services will meet market demand and offer customers greater flexibility, choice and connectivity while planning […]

Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles has introduced weekly direct flights from Dubai World Central Airport (DWC) to the Seychelles between 27 March and 29 May 2021, starting from USD 343 (AED1,259). As the first country to welcome inoculated travellers from around the world, the Seychelles is a safe and travel […]

In today’s world, the want and need for that perfectly stocked home bar has never been greater, whether a cocktail novice or the next Tom Cruise, Bar-Enthusiast has it all. The exclusive online destination is filled with premium glassware, barware, grape accessories, gifts, mixology tools, bar inspiration, recipes and a useful blog. Featuring the biggest […]

Looking for ways to safely celebrate the special ladies in your life this March? Whether it is your girlfriend, wife, or mother, treat your superwomen to a delicious homecooked meal prepared by Abela & Co’s award-winning chefs. The ready-to-heat gourmet products come frozen with simple cooking instructions and can be delivered to your doorstep anywhere […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has joined forces with various authorities to ensure establishments across the tourism ecosystem are fully implementing precautionary measures to combat COVID-19 and safeguard the health and well-being of residents and visitors. Since the reopening of the city to domestic tourism in May and international tourists in […]

Personalization provides tailored encounters on all digital touchpoints in an omnichannel environment. Customers today gravitate toward branded products that make them feel like they are heard, understood, and care about their relevant wants and needs. This is where customization comes into play. It allows brands to personalize the messages, offers, and perspectives they produce from […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of United Arab Emirates, Ruler of Dubai, the 17th edition of The Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition- DIHAD, kicks off next week from the 15th till the 17th of March 2021, at the Dubai World […]

Mastercard – the Official Payment Technology Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai – is partnering with the Expo School Programme to expand its work in designing a better world for women by calling on girls across the UAE to join a virtual Girls4Tech session on March 8, 2021 to celebrate International Women’s Day. Mastercard is hosting […]

The Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, Hala Badri, visited the Palm’s ballroom at Atlantis, The Palm to view ‘The Journey of Humanity’painting by British artist Sacha Jafri, which broke the Guinness World Record forthe largest art canvas in the world. Sacha completed the painting as part of his ‘Humanity Inspired’ charitable initiative. Hala […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has achieved a special cargo milestone in Dubai. Since March last year, the company’s highly-trained teams have handled over 5,000 cargo-in-cabin flights, safely moving over 50,000 tons of shipments at Dubai International airport (DXB). In response to the strong air cargo market demand for the rapid, […]

Looking to pick up where you left off and make up for missed trips? Emirates is inviting customers to rediscover the love of the journey and plan their well-deserved spring break getaways with a chance to explore and unwind in popular beach and city destinations, or gather once again to be with family and friends. Featured destinations […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has been accredited by a recent specialised benchmarking study accredited for the superior performance in ensuring that the daily operation of the Dubai Metro complies with the standard noise and vibration levels. Such findings were made in a study that covered multiple metro systems of metropolitan cities in the […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said: “the world is passing through a critical and crucial stage that has not been seen before which requires an increase in global cooperation, and collective decision making to strengthen government agility against future challenges.” […]

Recognising their role in spearheading efforts to attract international business events to the city and creating a platform to lead the global business events rebound, Dubai Tourism has honoured its Al Safeer Congress Ambassadors. Encompassinghealthcare professionals, scientists, industry experts, academics, business leaders and government officials from across the city, the Al Safeer Congress Ambassador Programme […]

Here are some essential tools that you need to use to research the right keywords and phrases for optimizing your website SEO. Soovle Soovle is a search engine that collects findings from many other search engines and displays them in one place. Rather than having to check through each website, users can obtain all of […]

Dubai Airshow 2021 is excited to introduce its new dedicated startup event, VISTA, which will be the ultimate platform for innovators, creators and market disruptors to display the latest technologies and play a part in accelerating the future of the aerospace and defence industries. The co-located event will connect startups with venture capitalists who are […]

The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown life into a pit stop, but it hasn’t decided to bring everything to a stop. Whereas the coronavirus has had disastrous health, social, and economic consequences, we are privileged that innovation has progressed so far which we can still communicate and collaborate, virtually. While some were slow to adjust to the […]

DP World, the leading provider of smart supply chain logistics, alongside its partner Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec(CDPQ), a global investment group, today signed a long-term agreement with Indonesia’s leading conglomerate Maspion Group to start the construction of an international container port and industrial logistics park in Gresik. Work on the projects is […]

Over 16,000 new member companies joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in 2020 as the organisation responded to new challenges and adapted its services and offerings to meet the changing needs of the business community. In 2020, Dubai Chamber saw the return on its investment in digital transformation over the years. The Chamber was […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, announced that The Arabian Luxury Group ‘TALG’ has joining the list of approved business incubators under the umbrella of the Dubai Business Incubator Network (DBIN). The incubator aims to create and develop its own luxury brands, in addition […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has received the Global Award highest from the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) for the second time DEWA is the first organisation outside Europe to receive this prestigious global award, which is the highest award from the EFQM Excellence Model. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of […]

It’s all about capabilities when it comes to optimization. Customers will be dissatisfied if your growth of the industry causes it to struggle due to a disagreement, orders slipping through the cracks, insufficient staff, poor communication, or inadequate production or delivery ability. Manual procedures which were fine while you were pretty young but now prevent […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has moved closer to its target of 25 Guinness World Records™ titles in honour of its Silver Jubilee anniversary. The Global Village team claimed the record for “Most people in a video relay holding a sign” as part of […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)’s Innovation Centre, at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, launched the Cleantech Innovators programme. The programme enables school and university students to showcase their innovations in clean energy. Several students showcased their innovations at the exhibition. These innovations focus on energy storage, water desalination using solar, wind, […]

The e-commerce industry has come a considerably long way from its simple buy-sell model.In 1991 the World Wide Web was created and just5 years later, over 40 million people had access to the internet with global online sales surpassing $1 billion for the year. This jump gave clear signals of the industry’s later growth but […]

What happens when two of the world’s top pro paragliding pilots are introduced to the world’s largest fountain? A whole lot of fun (not to mention some spectacular content). In the spirit of demonstrating that anything is possible – by even pushing their own adventurous boundaries – Red Bull athletes Horacio Llorens and Rafael Goberna […]

SEVA Experience is known for bringing the best wellness experts and in March this is Nir Levi, one of only a few therapists worldwide to be practicing Body Treatment at the highest level. The Nir Levi Method Sessions are based on one of the oldest healing arts in the world. The art of Anma originated […]

Hashtags are essential when it gets down to promoting your products and goods on social media. A hashtag increases the visibility of your social media post throughout all social media platforms. Hashtags have been initially only seen and used on Twitter, but they are now used across all social media platforms, including Instagram, Linkedin, Facebook, and […]

Nestled in the heart of historic Dubai, the Creek Marina Yacht Club is now offering a slice of luxury with exclusive berthing rates. Intending to provide the best possible value and solidify its services to its customers, Creek Marina Yacht club has announced an ‘EARLY BIRD BERTHING OFFER’, which is valid for Yacht Owners who book before […]

Under the framework of implementing the second phase of the decree issued by His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, for the development of supervisors and administrators working with clubs and football companies in Dubai, the Dubai Sports Council has been meeting relevant government departments and entities to develop a comprehensive educational and development […]

On the occasion of World Wildlife Day, the Emirates Group has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to protecting wildlife and habitats. It also shone the spotlight on conservation efforts across the organisation at an online Environment Forum for its global employees. During the forum, experts from the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Emirates One & Only Wolgan Valley […]

Dubai Police has recently acquired the legendary Toyota Supra to be added to its globally acclaimed super car fleet. The inclusion of the 2021 GR Supra in the awe inspiring fleet, which is used to promote the Dubai Police both locally and internationally, reinforces its position as one of the most sought after sports cars […]

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced on Tuesday that all valid Dubai resident visa holders aged 40 and above can now register to receive COVID-19 vaccination at DHA facilities. The Authority also announced that elderly […]

Content is King. Indeed it is the Kingdom! A company’s bottom line improves when content is used successfully as part of a campaign, especially in terms of sales, cost reductions, and customer satisfaction. Anything you put on your blog, whether that’s a call-to-action or a form, is there to raise brand awareness and transformation, which […]

The Dubai Police has recently bagged six awards at the 9th UAE Ideas Awards 2020 and the 5th Ideas Arabia International Award for five innovative projects and initiatives during 2020. Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, affirmed that the awards are additional achievements that reflect the force’s dedication to pursuing excellence […]