Dubai CommerCity (DCC), first dedicated e-commerce free zone in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA), will participate in the 39th GITEX Technology Week, being held from October 6-10 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. In line with the recent announcement by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince […]

Dubai Internet City (DIC), the Middle East’s leading technology business community, is exhibiting several immersive and cutting-edge solutions from its business partners at GITEX Technology Week, the region’s biggest tech trade show, from October 6 – 10. Its participation is testimony to its vision to contribute towards Dubai’s technological growth and evolution. Under the theme […]

Dubai Sports City’s ICC Academy, the only global cricket facility with world class facilities for local and international players, hosted Johnny Bairstow as part of his first visit to the UAE on Tuesday, 1st October 2019 in the indoor cricket centre. Jonny Bairstow is England’s leading wicketkeeper batsman, who plays internationally for England and domestically […]

Dubai International Financial Centre, the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region, is continuing to prioritise digital adoption and transformation to enhance connectivity and accessibility in and around the financial hub. The new introductions to the infrastructure will further enable ease of doing business to and from the centre, […]

The UAE is reinforcing its efforts to become a leading global centre of 3D printing by 2030. On 23rd May 2016, the UAE inaugurated the ‘Office of the Future’, the world’s first fully functional 3D printed building. Earlier this year, the Ministry of Health and Prevention unveiled a plan to use 3D printing technology in […]

Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansoori has returned to Earth following his eight-day mission on board the International Space Station, ISS. Al Mansoori touched down safely in the Soyuz MS-12 descent module in Kazakhstan on Thursday.

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) continues to inspire future technology leaders within the tourism industry at GITEX Future Stars 2019, the Middle East, North Africa & South Asia’s biggest start-up event and part of the GITEX Technology Week.  Hosted from 6 to 9 October at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai Tourism will be hosting […]

The UAE is ranked first in the Arab Region and fourth globally in the launch and use of 5G networks, according to the Global Connectivity Index, The Connectivity Index, issued by Carphone Warehouse, which specialises in technology benchmarking. The UAE is also the third globally in the overall ranking of the index, which measures the […]

The stage was set, and there was palpable excitement among the graduates, their families and friends as VIPs and senior leaders arrived to celebrate Emirates Group Security’s 14th graduation earlier today. The ceremony, held at the Emirates Group Headquarters, honoured the achievements of the latest cohort of 109 graduates from 35 nationalities – 72 received the Diploma in Aviation Security […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), organised a gathering of real estate developers, in collaboration with Reed MIDEM SAS, to participate in the 31st edition of MIPIM France on 10 – 13 March 2020 under the theme ‘The Future is MIPIM.’ The meetup was held under the theme ‘Dubai at MIPIM,’ and encourages real estate developers to […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival Parks and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, announced that all the VIP packs of the new season – Platinum, Gold, and Silver – have been sold out in record time in the face of extraordinary customer demand. To meet customer demand, Global Village […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) and a high-level European delegation yesterday (Wednesday) discussed ways to foster mutual cooperation and develop networking mechanisms with business communities. The business delegation, which involved 11 businessmen and women representing some of the most prominent startups in Europe, including France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, Estonia and Italy, was […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) and the UAE’s premier telecom provider Etisalat offered a glimpse of how 5G technology can revolutionise the way companies operating in Jafza will do business in the future. The next-generation technology was demonstrated onboard through an Etisalat-Ericsson co-branded bus for DP World Officials, business leaders and employees. The guests experienced […]

ENOC Group, the Official Integrated Energy Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, today unveiled its plans to present one of the most compelling pavilions at the Expo 2020 Dubai, designed to inspire and intrigue visitors over the six-month mega event, which opens on 20 October 2020. Uniquely conceptualised, the pavilion will underline ENOC’s industry leadership through […]

Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) and Naseba announced the dates for HITEC Dubai 2019, the Middle East’s largest hospitality technology show for hotels, at the first advisory council meeting that took place today at the V Hotel Dubai, Curio Collection by Hilton. Endorsed by Dubai Tourism, HITEC Dubai will be held this year on […]

Emirates has won the Aviation 100 ‘Middle East & Africa Airline of the Year’, awarded by Airline Economics magazine. The Aviation 100 awards distinguish the most outstanding performers in commercial aviation, as well as the most innovative and successful finance and leasing deals closed over the last 12 months. The awards were held during the […]

Nasdaq Dubai has welcomed the listing of a US$500 million Sukuk and a $500 million conventional bond issued by global trade enabler DP World. DP World is the largest UAE debt issuer by value on the region’s international exchange, with Sukuk and conventional bond listings now totalling $9.09 billion. The organisation operates a geographically diverse […]

Dubai FDI, the investment development agency of Dubai Economy, and the Dubai Future Foundation held the ‘Impact FDI Forum’ on 1st October, 2019, at Emirates Towers. The forum was part of a programme of the Hamdan Centre for the Future of Investment, focused on helping stakeholders transform the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals into […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in Dubai Economy has started receiving applications from businesses wishing to participate in the Consumer Friendly Standards evaluation announced earlier this year. The initiative is part of the efforts of Dubai Economy to develop the customer experience and merchant-consumer relations in the local market, thereby strengthening business […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) marks a significant moment in the 15-year history of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) this week by registering the 500th firm conducting financial services in or from the DIFC. The firm is Kotak Mahindra Bank of India, which will conduct a full suite of commercial banking activity. Saeb Eigner, Chairman of the DFSA, said: […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a high-level business delegation from Europe which is currently visiting the UAE to explore business opportunities in key sectors and fields related to Expo 2020, including food and beverage, healthcare, ICT, energy, environment, construction and circular economy. As part of the visit, Dubai Chamber facilitated nearly 300 […]

Emirates’ award-winning A380 made its debut at Cairo International Airport (CAI) today as the airline brought its popular aircraft to Egypt for the first time. The landing demonstrated the airport’s readiness to accommodate the A380, the world’s largest commercial passenger jet. Welcomed with a ceremonial water cannon salute, the A380 flight was led by Egyptian […]

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, The Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature will return for its 12th edition with new dates and a fresh format. Set to take place 4-9 February 2020 at InterContinental Dubai – […]

The Outlet Village, Dubai’s Tuscan inspired indoor shopping and leisure destination, hosted free yoga and Pilates sessions on Friday and Saturday, featuring popular local yogis Allaoua Gaham and Dina Cassir to kickstart the new season. Yogini Dina Cassir began the session with Vinyasa Flow and guided participants on a journey of movement during her tranquil […]

Pepsi® this week joined forces with global pop group Now United to introduce Pepsi black®, a new “Bold Taste, Bold Flavor” cola to countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The popular band, made up of 14 singers and dancers from across the world, celebrated the debut of Pepsi black with a high-energy […]

Following a successful launch last month which saw over 400 cyclists on the track at the first ride of the season, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Ride 2 is around the corner, taking place on Friday, 11 October. Held once again at Al Qudra Cycle Track, registration for the 65km event is closing on Friday, […]

Dubai’s ‘THINKLIGHT’ conference – a major trend forecaster for the full spectrum lighting industry – is this year expected to identify huge growth opportunities in the region’s smart lighting sector. The free-to-attend conference, which is integral to the Light Middle East exhibition and networking programme, will examine trends within a sector forecasted to register 25% […]

Being healthy and active isn’t just about moving; it’s about educating and challenging ourselves to maintain the healthiest lives that we can possibly live by focusing on our emotional, physical and mental wellbeing. Whether you are just starting out on your health and exercise journey or you are a devoted fitness enthusiast, then the Dubai […]

The second season of the Dubai Festival City Half Marathon will take place on November 1. Dubai Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated mega project, will host the run which is being organised by RaceME. The first race is scheduled to start at 6:30am and participants can register on or before October 25th. […]

Swede Joakim Bjorkman and American Chad Pfeifer are the final two EDGA golfers confirmed for the EDGA Dubai Finale, the new 36-hole tournament for Golfers of Determination that will run alongside the season-ending DP World Tour Championship, Dubai at Jumeirah Golf Estates in November. The EDGA Dubai Finale will be staged on Friday November 22 […]

His Excellency Li Xuhang, Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai, has celebrated China’s National Day by ringing the market-opening bell at Nasdaq Dubai. The ceremony reflected the strong and rapidly growing links between China and the UAE, which include Chinese bonds being listed on Nasdaq Dubai. As the MENA region’s business hub, the UAE plays […]

Taking place annually throughout the month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month aims to raise awareness in countries across the world, helping to increase attention of the disease, inform about early detection signs and educate people about treatment and best care of the disease. Support women around the world this Breast Cancer Awareness Month and […]

Over 15,000 dnata employees around the world teamed up and took part in the company’s unique fundraising activity, ‘dnata runs the world’, to make a positive difference to the lives of others. Across the continents, from Sydney to San Francisco, teams from 26 countries joined the challenge to run the combined distance of the circumference […]

Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) held its third board meeting for 2019, chaired by His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of DIEDC. The board members reviewed the progress of the DIEDC 2017-2020 Strategy, and discussed ways of aligning it with the priorities highlighted in the Letter of the […]

Emirates is celebrating a milestone in its operations to South Africa, marking 10 years of service to the port city of Durban. The first Emirates flight between Durban and Dubai operated on 1, October 2009, and the airline has since carried over two million passengers on the route. “The past 10 years have been both […]

The Pearl Initiative, a business-led non-profit organisation promoting corporate accountability in the Gulf Region’s private sector, recently rolled out the second ‘Theory of Change’ workshop in Dubai, following the success of the first in the series held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, earlier this year. Held as part of the Pearl Initiative’s Governance in Philanthropy programme, […]

The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah will host a spectacular live performance by Dua Lipa, the record-breaking, award-winning global music superstar and New Rules hitmaker, on Friday, 15 November 2019. (Watch promotional video here). Dua Lipa will wow crowds with a live concert on a purpose-built stage on the water at the stunning seafront destination, with […]

Expo 2020 Dubai has named Al Ain Farms, the UAE’s largest integrated dairy company – formed under the vision of the nation’s Founding Father, His Late Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – as the Official Dairy Provider of the World’s Greatest Show. Founded in 1981, Al Ain Farms is a celebrated dairy brand, […]