Dubai has registered a 3.3% rise in real gross domestic product in the first nine months of 2023, further demonstrating its economic strength, resilience and robust growth potential. The achievement reflects the city’s sustainable development strategies and its continued dynamism as a leading global economic powerhouse. From bustling tourism hubs to tech-powered communications networks, Dubai’s […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has executed a series of traffic improvements at 14 sites across Dubai in 2023. These solutions contributed to cutting travel times by up to 50% at certain locations and enhanced the vehicular capacity of numerous roads by as much as 25%. Undertaking these projects is part of RTA’s Quick […]

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, crowned the winners of the 14th Dubai Globe Soccer Awards. The event, held as part of the Dubai International Sports Conference, recognises excellence in playing, coaching, and management in global football. Notable winners included Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, […]

Around 400 attendees of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) had a chance to tour various landmarks, projects, and contemporary services. Their itinerary included visits to distinguished locations such as the Mohammed bin Rashid Library, the Infinity Bridge, the World Islands project accessed via the Dubai Ferry, the Tram Depot at Al Sufouh, and […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) today announced the introduction of a new toll gate (Salik) at the Business Bay Crossing. The move is aligned with the RTA’s comprehensive strategic plan to develop and integrate road networks, public transport routes and services and enhance technical road and transport systems. The initiative also reflects the RTA’s […]

Emirates hosted an exclusive tour of its upgraded four-class A380 aircraft at Tokyo Narita International Airport this week, showcasing the highly popular Premium Economy product that’s available on the Tokyo Narita-Dubai route. The tour followed the introduction of the product in Japan in December 2023. The tour offered trade partners and media guests an up-close […]

With the new year, Emirates Aviation University’s (EAU) students have brave new worlds to conquer as they throw their graduation hats high and into the ring of promising careers. At the 33rd EAU graduation ceremony, 302 highly skilled and successful students were honoured with their degrees, which announced their arrival into the world of aviation. His Highness […]

Pioneer leaders discussed the integration of the circular economy at the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIMPF). During a panel discussion titled “Project and Circular Economy,” they agreed that collaboration among industry leaders is essential for driving the circular economy and enabling sustainable and economically viable projects. The discussion, moderated by Brandy Scott, featured distinguished […]

The Dubai International Project Management Forum 2024 commenced with a series of engaging sessions including one about “Future Trends in Project Management” moderated by Ms. Sarah Cocker, Managing Director, Amplify Project Management Services. She hosted Ms. Jennifer Tharp, Director, Board of Directors, Project Management Institute (PMI). Ms. Tharp opened the session by sharing her delight […]

Dubai International Projects Management Forum  (DIPMF) witnessed a captivating session titled ”Convergence of Power: Harnessing the Synergy of AI, Cloud Computing & Data Analytics” led by Ben Royce, AI Services Manager at Google Cloud, delving into the dynamic synergy of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud computing and its role in shaping the future of industries. […]

His Excellency Mohamed Ali Alabbar, Founder of Emaar and Noon, Chairman of Eagle Hills, took the stage at Dubai International Project Management Forum to discuss ‘The Role of Iconic Architecture in Shaping Cities of the Future’. He shed light on Dubai’s momentous journey in overcoming obstacles and formulating strategic plans that have manifested in its […]

Dubai Duty Free Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin, Salah Tahlak, Joint COO, Michael Schmidt, SVP – Retail and Zayed Al Shebli, SVP – Loss Prevention & Corporate Security conducted the draw for Millennium Millionaire Series 447. A lawyer from Saudi Arabia has been announced as the latest US$1 million winner in the Dubai […]

Dubai Duty Free Customer Service Central At the third edition of the Travel Retail Superstars Awards, Dubai Duty Free won two awards in a ceremony that took place online on 15th January 2024.   Organised by The Moodie Davitt Report, the Travel Retail Superstars Awards were established to recognise the frontline and back office heroes […]

As many people dedicate the first month of a new year to resolutions, new goals, travel plans and a renewed commitment to a healthier lifestyle, Emirates shares some top tips on how to ‘fly better’ in 2024, with wellness at the forefront. Minimise stress using technology Travelling can be stressful for some but it’s also […]

Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the UAE’s largest Islamic bank, has launched ‘DIB XTRA’, an offering that will reward customers who open a salary transfer account with the bank. DIB XTRA unveils a unique proposition for both existing and new customers of DIB, coupling a rewarding banking experience with an enticing array of benefits and incentives. At the heart […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai,  Chairman of the Executive Council, the 9th edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) is set to commence this Wednesday 17th of January 2024 . The event is organised by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) […]

Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO), has partnered with the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), to showcase the unique culinary creations of homegrown businesses from the ‘Proudly from Dubai’ network at the ‘Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert’ festival. The third edition of the festival, organised […]

There are now just five days to go until global superstar Ed Sheeran performs in Dubai for the first time since 2017, and fans still wishing to attend are advised to act now as only a limited number of tickets remain. The British singer-songwriter brings his record-breaking ‘+ – = ÷ x’ Mathematics Tour to […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a ‘Joint Flood Management Room’ at its Enterprise Command and Control Centre (EC3), one of the largest and most sophisticated control centres, to address water accumulation during heavy rain, monitor and manage traffic and various transport modes. The Joint Room was launched in collaboration with strategic partners: […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) declared the winners of the 3rd Best Sustainable Transport Means Photo Competition held under the theme: ‘Mobility in Dubai,’ in collaboration with the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA). The competition encourages public transport users to capture through their mobile phones mesmerizng images of various […]

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, the ninth edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) has attracted 16 prominent sponsors. The lineup of sponsors of the event, which will take place at […]

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Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, announced the launch of its innovative mobile app, Mashreq UAE, aimed at providing a superior digital experience for its customers. This cutting-edge solution represents a significant leap in mobile banking, merging the Mashreq app with the Mashreq NEO app to deliver a unified, single-login […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, launched today the 4th season of the “World’s Coolest Winter Campaign”, to further support the tourism sector in line with the UAE’s domestic tourism strategy launched in 2020 to promote domestic tourism. His Highness Sheikh […]

The Dubai Duty Free employees headed by Olympia Pineda, Manager – Corporate Responsibility Department along with the officials from Dubai Police Academy and Zayed International Foundation for the Environment as well as the students of Hemaya School took part in the tree planting activity as part of 100,000 Tree Planting Initiative Dubai Duty Free has […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, said the comprehensive development plans implemented all across Dubai reflect the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, […]

Gulf Capital (“GC”), one of the largest private equity firms investing from the GCC to the rest of Asia, announced today that it has successfully completed the sale of 100% of AmCan, the exclusive distributor of many of the top global sports nutrition brands across the MENA region, to a leading regional FMCG distributor operating […]

Gulf Capital (“GC”), one of the largest private equity firms investing from the GCC to the rest of Asia, announced today that it has successfully completed the sale of 100% of AmCan, the exclusive distributor of many of the top global sports nutrition brands across the MENA region, to a leading regional FMCG distributor operating […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirmed that Al Maktoum Bridge is subjected to yearly comprehensive maintenance r to ensure its sustainability and efficiency in handling the traffic. The bridge, which is the oldest in Dubai, is crucial for crossing between Deira and Bur Dubai.   RTA is always keen to enhance the infrastructure of […]

In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, Ruler of Dubai to improve the infrastructure of the road network to match Dubai’s sustained growth, accommodate urban and population needs, and ensure smooth traffic flow, and with the follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced the performance of the legendary superstar, Amr Diab, who will be gracing its Main Stage on January 18, 2024 at 8 PM. Amr Diab, is one of the most iconic and beloved artists in the Arab world. […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has recently introduced a new service enabling individuals to book and reschedule driving test appointments via WhatsApp. The service is available through the RTA’s “Mahboub” Chatbot on (0588009090). This initiative aligns with RTA’s strategy of providing services through various digital platforms, ensuring users can access these services […]

Perfumes retained its position as the top selling category in 2023 The New Year began on a high note for Dubai Duty Free with the operation announcing an all-time sales record of Dhs7.885 billion (US$2.16 billion) for 2023, representing a 24.39% increase over the previous year and 6.40% up on pre-pandemic in 2019.   December […]

His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) congratulated His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai of His Highness taking office as Ruler of Dubai. Al Tayer praised His Highness Sheikh […]

Dubai Duty Free, one of the world’s largest travel retail operators, today announced its partnership with Alipay+ to power a seamless travel and checkout experience for international visitors.   Consumers from South Korea, Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, Mongolia, Italy as well as Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macao are now able to access promotions and […]

Dubai Duty Free’s Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin, COO, Ramesh Cidambi, Sinead El Sibai, SVP – Marketing, Michael Schmidt, SVP – Retail and Sharon Beecham, SVP – Purchasing conducted the draw for Millennium Millionaire Series 445 and 446. The New Year brought good luck to Ethiopian and Indian nationals when their names were […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has praised commercial transport entities, especially those operating trucks and heavy vehicles, for their adherence to standards to reduce carbon emissions from their exhausts. This commitment has resulted in an impressive compliance rate of around 98%. Recently, the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department field teams, in coordination with the Administration […]

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Law No. (30) of 2023 establishing ‘Parkin’ company, a public joint stock company (PJSC) that will oversee operations related to parking spaces in Dubai. As per the Law, the newly […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently awarded a contract worth AED278 million for a street lighting project that will cover 40 districts and streets. This project is part of the Street Lighting Plan 2023-2026, which aims to enhance the infrastructure of road network facilities to keep up with Dubai’s ongoing development and meet […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority reported a total of 2,288,631 passengers used various public transport means on New Year’s Eve 2024. The breakdown revealed that Dubai Metro’s Red and Green lines lifted 974,416 riders, the Tram served 56,208 riders, Public Buses lifted 401,510 riders, Marine transport means ferried 97,261 passengers, e-hail vehicles served 167,051 riders, […]

Professional Communication Corporation – Nedaa has announced its full readiness to support the New Year celebrations in Dubai. “Nedaa” will provide advanced communication services and solutions through its networks to ensure the success of the festivities taking place in Downtown Dubai, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and the surrounding areas. The TETRA communication systems will be […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Versa Networks, the global leader in AI/ML-powered Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), to enhance and expand du’s integrated network-security portfolio. Karim Benkirane, Chief Commercial Officer at du said: “Through our strategic partnership with Versa Networks, du is reinforcing its commitment […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis) have launched the Teaching Specialists Programme, which offers specialised training and bridging programs that are required in the job market for Emirati job seekers, as well as professional accreditation opportunities that aim to qualify nationals […]

Less than ten months after winning the 2023 Dubai Marathon, Ethiopian star Dera Dida has confirmed she will return to the UAE to defend her Dubai crown on January 7. Earlier this year, Dida – wife of former Dubai Marathon winner and Marathon World Champion Tamirat Tola – stormed through with two kilometres remaining to […]

The Dubai Press Club (DPC), in collaboration with Dolby Laboratories, organised a workshop titled ‘Immersive podcasting in Dolby Atmos’ focused on boosting the capabilities of podcast creators to enhance their storytelling for listeners through Dolby Atmos®immersive audio. The initiative is part of DPC’s efforts aimed at fostering the growth of the podcasting industry in the […]

The Museum of the Future has announced the renewal of its strategic partnership with Dubai Municipality, aimed at further shaping a prosperous future for Dubai and enhancing its status as a global hub for innovators and futurists. The collaboration will build upon the outcomes of the successful partnership established in September 2022, focusing on the […]

A wide range of activities will take place during the 4th Accessible Travel and Tourism International Conference taking place in Dubai on 11th-12th January. The event is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that Monday, 1 January 2024, will be an official paid holiday for UAE workers in the private sector on New Year’s Day. The decision is in line with the UAE Cabinet Resolution regarding approved public holidays for the government and private sectors.

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has blocked files of 153 employers, imposing fines on them as their domestic workers were caught working for others. This comes as part of joint campaigns between MoHRE the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security, to inspect non-compliant workers across the country over the […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), announced a strategic collaboration that marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of future business opportunities including joint ventures, product development, and the exploration of emerging technologies. Forged with a shared commitment to technological advancement and business growth, the collaboration brings together […]

In a move that underscores its commitment to sustainability and responsible banking, Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, today announced the launch of ‘Nest’ – a sustainable home finance program designed to make eco-friendly living accessible to families across the UAE. Building on the momentum of COP28 and the DIB’s […]

Dubai Parks™ and Resorts, the Middle East’s largest theme park destination, invites all UAE residents and visitors on Sunday, 31st December 2023 to welcome the year 2024 in style with a spectacular laser show followed by exciting family-friendly fireworks in an outstanding double New Year celebration. At 7:00PM and 9:00PM, families and friends are welcome to join the […]

Indian superstar Shah Rukh Khan was greeted by hundreds of excited fans at VOX Cinemas City Centre Deira last night as part of a promotional tour for his upcoming movie Dunki. During the Fan Show, Shah Rukh Khan described it as his “best film” and urged movie fans at the Fan Show to go see it […]

European Ryder Cup Captain Luke Donald, World Number 14 Tommy Fleetwood, and four-time DP World Tour winner Ryan Fox are set to tee it up at the inaugural Dubai Invitational at Dubai Creek Resort from January 11-14. The trio join World Number Two Rory McIlroy and his Ryder Cup teammate Nicolai Højgaard, who won the […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) will resolve AED50,000 or less disputes that are raised to it and related to companies and workers in the private sector, domestic workers, and domestic worker recruitment agencies with final executive decisions as of 1 January 2024. This decision also applies to disputes related to non-commitment to […]

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has called on private sector companies with 50 employees or more to meet Emiratisation targets of 2023 – a 2% growth in the Emiratisation of skilled jobs – before the end of December. The Ministry issued a statement on Monday, saying companies that “fail to comply with […]

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today went on the first demo ride of the Chevrolet Bolt-based Cruise autonomous vehicle (AV) in Jumeirah 1 area. This testing and validation of the autonomous vehicle is an important step towards launching […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President of the International Federation for Falconry Sports and Racing, today attended the opening of the inaugural International Forum for Falconry Sports and Racing themed ‘Sustainability of Falconry Sports’. The opening was attended by His Excellency Ng Ser Miang, […]

cashew, a front-runner among MENA fintechs, has teamed up with Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, in a ground-breaking alliance to revolutionize the UAE’s credit offering. This strategic partnership introduces a pioneering financial solution, offering instant, high-value loans, while redefining consumer lending in the region. In a pioneering move that […]

The second edition of Skift Global Forum East (SGFE) commenced at the illustrious Atlantis The Royal in Dubai, setting the stage for a groundbreaking three-day event from December 12 to 14. The forum witnessed a spectacular first day featuring insightful talks and panels, showcasing a diverse array of influential figures in the global travel industry. […]