​According to the report issued by Dubai Statistics Center, the price index of Food and beverages division rose by 0.26% during the fourth week of Ramadan 1442 compared to the third week of the same month. This increase is due to the increase of the prices of: Fish and seafood group by 1.53%. Vegetables group […]

Participants at the 9th Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF), organised by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council, from January 15 to 18, in cooperation with Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced the Dubai Metro services would return to normalcy at stations impacted by the recent extreme weather condition, known as the “Hadeer” Storm, as of May 28th. On Passive, Equity, Mashreq, and Energy Metro stations would resume normal operations upon completing all the maintenance and safety tests to ensure […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and the Seoul Metropolitan Government have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at bolstering cooperation and enhancing their strategic partnership. This agreement seeks to promote collaboration in the public transport sector, explore development opportunities across various fields including autonomous driving and urban air mobility, and leverage related […]

His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened today the 5th Emirati French Business Engagement Summit. The Summit, organised by RTA in collaboration with the French Business Council ‘CCI France UAE,’ was attended by His Excellency Nicolas Niemtchinow, Ambassador of the […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has embarked on Phase II of Upgrading Customer Happiness Centres Development Project. This phase involves converting Umm Ramool and Al Barsha Centres into hybrid centres. The move is part of RTA’s master plan to enhance its electronic and digital service offering in line with the UAE’s Digital Government Strategy, […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is all set to unleash a series of Eid al-Fitr initiatives in partnership with the Emirates Red Crescent, Rashid Center for People of Determination, Al Etihad Charity Foundation, Keolis MHI — Dubai Metro and Tram Operator – and Roxy Cinema. These initiatives celebrate Eid in style by bringing happiness […]

According to the report issued by Dubai Statistics Center, the price index of Food and beverages division rose by 0.31% during the third week of Ramadan 1442 compared to the second week of the same month. This increase is due to the increase of the prices of: Fish and seafood group by 1.79%. Tea, coffee […]

Dubai Municipality has opened submissions for the first edition of the DM Food Elite, Dubai Municipality’s latest program to honour food establishments in the Emirate for their excellence in standards for food safety, nutrition, sustainability, social responsibility, and innovation. The primary goal is to encourage these food enterprises to continue surpassing and raising the standard […]

The Customer Council of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with the Dubai Community Development Authority (CDA), recently convened three dialogue sessions within the District Councils of Al Rashdiya, Umm Suqeim, and Al Khawaneej. These sessions aimed to gather feedback, suggestions, and ideas from the residents of these districts. They also reflected RTA’s […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to inaugurate on (Friday 3rd May) the new Stadium Bus Station, which is located at the Al Qusais Area besides the Stadium Metro Station, which boasts a strategic location that witnesses a growing demand for bus service. This Bus Station is designed to shorten travel times and […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has advised private sector companies to apply flexible and remote work patterns tomorrow, 2 May 2024, to maintain the health and safety of their workers in light of the expected weather conditions. This comes after coordination between MoHRE and the relevant authorities. “Vital jobs that require working […]

His Excellency Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, alongside officials from the Ministry, visited the labour accommodation facility managed by Workers Village Real Estate in Abu Dhabi, as part of the activities organised to celebrate International Workers’ Day, observed on 1 May of every year. Workers Village Real Estate had won […]

EPPCO Lubricants, the joint venture between ENOC and Chevron, signed an agreement with SKF, a global leader in bearing and seal manufacturing, to introduce SKF RecondOil technology to the UAE.​​​​​​​ Based on a ground-breaking double separation system, SKF RecondOil filtration technology cleans the oil in service by removing harmful nano-particles that are known to cause […]

Dubai Municipality launched the inaugural session of its pioneering awareness series themed, ‘Run Your Project’, designed to empower citizens with residential plots and those embarking on home construction journeys. This initiative underscores Dubai Municipality’s commitment to facilitating and streamlining the housing construction process while prioritizing customer satisfaction and happiness. The sessions aim to equip participants […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has attained an advanced certification in Compliance Management Maturity Assessment, a prestigious global practice that reflects RTA’s pioneering. RTA’s compliance management practices were assessed and benchmarked against both local and international standards. Such an achievement improves governance practices, steps up maturity levels, and ensures continual improvement in this regard. […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in collaboration with its partners in federal and local government entities and the private sector, is organising a series of events across the country to celebrate the International Workers’ Day, which is observed on 1 May of every year, with this year being held under the slogan […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced a surge in the user base of the nol Pay App, surpassing 950,000 users. This increase is mirrored in the sale of digital cards through Samsung smartphones, which have exceeded 6,000 cards, a 100% rise compared to the previous three years. Since its launch in January 2024, a […]

Dubai Municipality has kicked off today April 29, its Health and Safety week event on Monday, April 29, in conjunction with the World Workplace Health and Safety Day, which is celebrated on April 28 each year. With exeptional active participation of both government and private entities, to promote best practices and exchange experiences in the field of health, safety and prevention of accidents […]

In line with its standing commitment to uphold the highest standards of asset sustainability, enhance customers’ happiness, and foster well-being, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) carried out extensive sidewalk maintenance works across the emirate. The project, which is undertaken under the Preventive Maintenance Plan 2023, spanned more than 80,000 square metres, encompassing residential, tourist, […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has endorsed a plan to construct dedicated lanes for buses and taxis extending 13.1 km on six key streets—Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, 2nd of December, Al Satwa, Al Nahda, Omar bin Al Khattab, and Naif Streets. Scheduled for completion between 2025 and 2027, the project […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled a new badges’ system designed for field employees. This initiative aims to boost the performance of over 650 field employees encountering unique challenges, such as extreme summer temperatures & other risks, and undertaking unique jobs, unlike other job categories across the RTA. Athari Mohammed, Director of Human […]

Dubai Humanitarian (formerly known as the International Humanitarian City) held today the Symposium on Sustainable Supply Chain Management in Humanitarian Operations at its Centre of Knowledge and Development. More than 60 participants came from various entities, mainly UN Agencies, international non-profit organizations, commercial companies, and government entities. Mr. Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has expanded its ‘Bus on Demand’ service to Business Bay following a successful month-long trial, as per the planned roll-out of the initiative. Adel Shakri, Director of Planning and Business Development at RTA’s Public Transport Agency, said, “The decision to extend the ‘Bus on Demand’ service to Business Bay […]

Dubai Humanitarian (formerly known as International Humanitarian City) participated in the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD) from the 23rd to the 25th of April 2024, held at Dubai World Trade Center. Dubai Humanitarian, in a momentous occasion, unveiled its new identity at DIHAD, seizing the opportunity to reiterate its vision, mission, […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced it had completed the transfer of all systems and services from its main data centre to the federal cloud network infrastructure (FEDnet) at the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), becoming the first federal entity to fully transition towards TDRA’s cloud computing services, in […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) reported a 20% participation increase in the 13th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST), with 168 entries registered. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council, the upcoming event saw a significant uptick […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has carried out 50 community and volunteer initiatives, reaching over 5.235 million beneficiaries both within and outside the UAE in 2023. These initiatives, which spanned various themes, including community development and national identity, were executed in collaboration with various establishments, associations, and entities that contributed to achieving the intended […]

His Excellency Dr. Abdulrahman Al Awar, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, received His Excellency Dr. Ali bin Samikh Al Marri, Minister of Labour of Qatar, who headed a delegation from the Qatari Ministry of Labour on a visit to the UAE. During a meeting, the two sides discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations between […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has embarked on a collaboration with Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA) at the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) to enhance RTA’s 360 marine transport services. This initiative involves integrating RTA’s services with DMA’s system to enable the public to avail of services such as short-term berth rentals that […]

Today marked a historic occasion in the realm of humanitarian efforts as the International Humanitarian City revealed its new identity and rebranded as ‘Dubai Humanitarian’ during the Global Meeting at The Meydan Hotel, Dubai. Hosted by Dubai Humanitarian (DXBH), formerly known as International Humanitarian City (IHC), the event celebrated two decades of impactful humanitarian initiatives […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has called on private sector companies in areas most impacted by the exceptional weather conditions forecasted for the UAE to take precautions in outdoor work environments where it is difficult to suspend operations, urging employers to ensure workers’ health and safety during their commute to and from […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is offering 350 unique number plates of 3, 4 and 5 digits for private and vintage vehicles as well as motorbikes bearing (A-H-I-J-K-L-M-N-O-P-Q-R-S-T-U-V-W-X) codes. Registration of bidders for this 75th online auction opens Today Monday, April 15th, and bidding starts at 08:00 am on Monday, April 22nd, 2024 and continues […]

Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE,  Ruler of Dubai, to complement the development of Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project to match the ongoing rapid population growth and urbanisation of the area, and under the oversight of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announces that public transport means, taxis and shared mobility vehicles have transported about 5.9 million passengers during the holiday of Eid Al Fitr 1445H (10 to 12 April 2024). The breakdown indicates that Dubai Metro’s Red and Green Lines served 2.32 million riders, Dubai Tram lifted 115 thousand riders, […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the business hours of all services during the holiday of Eid Al Fitr 1445H (2024) covering Customer Happiness Centres, Paid Parking Zones, Public Buses, Dubai Metro & Tram, Marine Transport means, and Service Provider Centres (Vehicle Testing). Service Providers Centres (Vehicle Testing) Service Providers Centers are closed […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in cooperation with Keolis MHI (the operator of Dubai Metro and Tram), unveiled an improvement to the timetable of Dubai Metro Red Line Y junction (Meeting point of three railways) to eliminate the need for passengers to interchange at Jabal Ali metro station starting 15th April, 2024. This strategic […]

Dubai Municipality announced its plans to manage hygiene and community services related to sustainable waste management during Eid Al-Fitr holiday in the Emirate. The initiative encompasses technical programs and action plans, as well as supervisory and field efforts to ensure the hygiene of all roads and highways, residential areas, and public facilities. As part of […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially launched the ‘Green Fleet Rating System,’ a key initiative designed to reinforce sustainable practices within Dubai’s commercial transport activities. Abdulla Yousef Al Ali, CEO of RTA’s Licensing Agency, said: “The system is dedicated to promoting eco-friendly commercial transport means in Dubai. It introduces a comprehensive rating system […]

National Bonds, a leading Sharia-compliant savings and investment company in the UAE, today announced another remarkable year marked by significant growth, consistent profit sharing for customers, and a relentless focus on profound customer engagement, as evidenced by the introduction of novel saving solutions and ongoing digitization efforts. The investment portfolio of National Bonds crossed AED […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters announced changes to the timings for truck movement on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. The adjustment of timing applies to a section of the road extending from Ras Al Khor Road to Sharjah in both directions during peak traffic hours as of 28th April […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that Monday, 29 Ramadan (8 April 2024) to 3 Shawwal (or what is equivalent to it in Gregorian date) will be a paid holiday for all employees in the private sector across the UAE on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.

Dubai Municipality has been awarded the Golden category for Environment Management Industry at the Global Environment Award, which is organized by the Global Energy & Environment Foundation (GEEF). The esteemed award honors exceptional individuals, teams, projects, and organizations for their significant contributions to environmental sustainability and the preservation of natural resources. It serves as a […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) have unveiled new procedures to streamline the process of transferring permits of companies established on Al Reem Island to ADGM. The announcement follows a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two parties, signed in Abu Dhabi by His Excellency Khalil Al […]

Dubai Municipality received the International Safety Award from the British Safety Council. The award is granted to institutions that adhere to the highest standards of occupational health and safety, ensuring a sustainable, healthy, and safe workplace that safeguards the well-being of employees, contractors, and visitors, including People of determination, while also preserving property. The recognition […]

Sav, a leading financial technology company that has revolutionised personal finance management, has entered into a partnership with Desert Adventures, a leading destination management company in the UAE, enabling Sav patrons, access to a diverse array of leisure and adventure services. With over 75% of residents prioritising spending on unique experiences, Sav and Desert Adventures […]

Dubai Municipality (DM) has published additional guidance for businesses on the single use plastics ban that was issued in January following a resolution by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai’s Executive Council. The resolution was introduced to protect the environment by minimising plastic […]

Sav, a leading financial technology company that revolutionizes personal finance management, today announced a groundbreaking partnership with Desert Adventures, a leading destination management company in the UAE. This alliance is set to redefine destination experiences, offering Sav users unparalleled access to a diverse array of  leisure and adventure services. With over 75% of residents prioritizing […]

National Bonds, a leading savings and investment company in the United Arab Emirates, has launched the “EIBOR Plus” investment solution, marking a leap forward in capital-protected offerings. This innovative product tracks the Emirates Interbank Offered Rate (EIBOR), providing investors with an expected return of 0.5% above the benchmark’s performance on an annual basis. “EIBOR Plus” […]

Dubai Municipality has achieved the highest rank for certified innovative organization by the Global Innovation Institute (GInI), a leading entity in professional certifications, accreditations, and memberships in the field of innovation. This recognition underscores the Municipality’s commitment and achievements in fostering innovation. Dubai Central Laboratory and Dubai Municipality Academy played a key role in this […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced that 37 private healthcare companies have signed employment contracts with 95 Emirati students as part of the Studying Citizen Employment Contract. The Studying Citizen Employment Contract was recently introduced by the Ministry in cooperation with the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis). The contract is signed between […]

Dubai Municipality announced the ‘Dubai’s Best Homegrown Produce Competition’, one of the programs under Dubai Farms, which seeks to support citizen farmers who are productive agricultural entrepreneurs and to promote local agriculture for increased local production, and enhanced food security in the Emirate of Dubai. The move comes in line with the objectives of Dubai […]

Under the directives and supervision of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Chairperson of the UAE Food Bank, an initiative under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) said in light of the exceptional weather conditions in the UAE and after coordinating with relevant authorities, “we call on private sector companies to take caution and all necessary occupational safety measures to maintain the safety of its workers during periods of weather fluctuations.” It added in […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE’s Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) launched the second edition of the Emirates Labour Market Award. The award is the first-of-its-kind in the UAE to honour distinguished private sector […]

Dubai Municipality has intensified its monitoring campaigns and inspection visits for food safety and public health during the holy month of Ramadan. The campaigns include various sectors such as Dubai markets, commercial centers, food establishments, food preparation facilities, restaurants, hotels, hypermarkets, and supermarkets. Additionally, the campaigns further extend to salons, beauty centers, smoking areas in […]

The UAE government has launched the “Work Bundle” to facilitate employee residency procedures and work permits in private sector companies. The first phase of the initiative will be implemented in Dubai and will be gradually expanded to include other emirates. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of […]

Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) are currently hosting the Global Supply Chain Conference from March 4th to March 7th, 2024, at Dubai’s International Humanitarian City. In collaboration with IHC, the conference convenes key stakeholders from 38 National Societies, IFRC, ICRC, and external partners, […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced a reduction of two working hours per day for private sector employees during the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Ministry said: “In accordance with the requirements and nature of their work, companies may apply flexible or remote work patterns within the limits of the daily working […]

Knowledge Fund Establishment and National Bonds, the specialist UAE savings and investment company, has announced the launch of ‘The Young Investor’, the Middle East’s first-ever financial education program to foster financial knowledge at an early age. This visionary initiative harmoniously aligns with Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and Dubai Social Agenda 33, both of which were […]