DUBAI, U.A.E., 19 FEBRUARY 2019 – Emirates announced today it will launch a four times weekly service between Portugal’s second largest city, Porto, and Dubai, from 2 July 2019. Porto will become Emirates’ second destination in Portugal after its capital, Lisbon, which the airline currently serves with two flights a day. The flight will be operated […]

Dubai-UAE: 18 February, 2019 – Dubai Industrial Park (DI), one of the largest industrial hubs in Dubai and a member of TECOM Group, has launched a report titled ‘Global Food Trends to 2030: With a Closer Look at the GCC‘ in collaboration with The Economist Intelligence Unit. The report, which DI commissioned in an effort to expand […]

Dubai, UAE – The Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative launched by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with Smart Dubai to support entrepreneurship, launched the 4th round of the Dubai Smartpreneur Competition today from the Chamber’s headquarters. The contest is in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid […]

DUBAI – Just over two months after hosting the Meraas Al Marmoom Ultramarathon – a gruelling 270km run that challenged the limits of human endurance – Al Marmoom will be back in the spotlight on Friday, February 22, testing participants to the limit as it hosts the region’s most exciting obstacle race, the 2019 Desert […]

Dubai, 18 February 2019: In splendid Willy Wonka fashion, the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature has announced that five Golden Tickets will be up for grabs for the 2019 Festival. Worth AED 20,000 each, the tickets give complete access to all sessions and special events, plus exclusive money-can’t-buy festival experiences.  Every Golden Ticket holder will […]

DUBAI, UAE 18 February 2019: The Emirates Official Store has launched a new limited edition collection of Expo 2020 themed aircraft models for aviation enthusiasts and passionate scale-modellers. The highly detailed models are part of a 15 aircraft model collection ranging from Airbus A380s to Boeing 777s featuring the signature Expo 2020 logo in three colours – […]

Dubai, February 17, 2019 – The second Russia-UAE-Africa Food Security Forum launches today (Monday, February 17, 2019) at the Dubai World Trade Centre, offering a prominent platform for discussions that seek to catalyse the transformation led by the global food security sector, strengthen commercial ties, and boost innovation in this vital sector. The Forum is […]

17th February 2019, Dubai: Novo Cinemas have done it again! The innovative and award-winning brand has unveiled its state-of-the-art flagship location at IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai. Bolstering through the region with their largest IMAX® with Laser cinema in Dubai, featuring next-generation Laser technology – Novo’s ultra-modern multiplex comes complete with a stunning ‘cosmic’ […]

Dubai, UAE – 17 February 2019 – Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation and Chairman of Emirates Foundation, and in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the 7th edition of Think Science Fair kicked off today.Under the theme of “Seven Fairs for […]

Dubai, UAE: Ryan Fox secured a maiden European Tour title at the ISPS Handa World Super 6 Perth with a convincing 3&2 triumph over Adrian Otaegui which moved the Kiwi to the cusp of the top 10 of the Race to Dubai Rankings. The 32 year old finished eight-under-par after 54 holes of strokeplay to […]

Dubai-UAE: 17 February, 2019 – JBR by Dubai Retail will celebrate Dubai Food Festival with #WOWJBR Cravings, featuring a line-up of exciting themed activities for the entire family. From 28 February to 2 March, singing and juggling chefs, as well as roaming candy and popcorn characters will entertain crowds across the destination’s 12 km long promenade. As part of […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 17th February, 2019: This weekend saw the first ever Dubai Canal Run kick off early on Friday morning alongside the sunrise. Over 1,000 participants of all ages and fitness levels came together to exercise and start the year on a healthier note, in the scenic surroundings of the Dubai Canal. […]

Dubai, UAE: Costa Rica’s Foreign Trade Promotion Agency (PROCOMER) has opened a new representative office at Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s headquarters which aims to promote bilateral ties and identify opportunities in the UAE that Costa Rican companies can benefit from. The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of H.E. Maria del Pilar […]

Dubai, 17 February, 2019: The number of active business licenses issued to Kuwaiti entrepreneurs in Dubai has reached 2,052, according to a report issued by the Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai. These business licenses have 6507 investors including 6181 businessmen and 326 women entrepreneurs. Of the […]

Dubai, UAE – 16th February, 2019: Dubai’s agenda-setting position at the crossroads of global food and beverage trade will be further amplified when scores of government delegations, trade ministers and tens of thousands of food industry professionals descend on the 24th edition of Gulfood, which opens at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on Sunday 17 […]

Dubai, UAE, February 16, 2019: By setting a target to support USD3 billion worth of non-oil exports and re-exports, Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI) has set a visionary strategy and growth plan aligned with the country’s economic agenda based on the diversification objectives of the UAE Vision 2021, during the recently concluded ECI 2019 Kick-Off Meeting […]

February 16, 2019; Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) announced its participation in the 24th edition of Gulfood, which is taking place at Dubai World Trade Center between 17-21 February, under the theme “The World of Good, The World of Food”. DAFZA is one of the UAE’s biggest supporters of the Halal […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 February 2019: Bluewaters, Meraas’ unique island destination and home to Ain Dubai, has launched ‘a three-month-long activation, dedicated to music, art, and dance, with the Street Music Festival that takes place over three weekends until 2 March. Live performances by popular local and international artists as well as established and emerging […]

Dubai, UAE; February 14, 2019: Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) has reported a net profit of AED 7.216 billion (US$ 1.965 billion) in 2018, a 30 per cent increase over the net profit of AED 5.561 billion (US$ 1.514 billion) in 2017, prior to considering the effect of the IPO of Emaar Development and forex […]

Dubai, 14 February 2019: The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah – Dubai’s stunning new waterfront entertainment, dining and leisure destination – invites lovers of Arabic music to a breath-taking live performance by Wael Kfoury, known as The King of Romance, at a free concert on Friday, 22 February. The event – the first Arabic music concert […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 February 2019: Bluewaters Residences by Meraas has officially commenced the handover of its first completed units and welcomed its first residents to their new homes in the elegant mid-rise towers. With rolling vistas of the shimmering waters of the Arabian Gulf that stretch as far as the eye can see, the […]

OVERVIEW Expo 2020 Dubai has written a letter of love to the UAE to show its love for the nation that will host the biggest event the region has ever seen. On 14 February, Expo 2020 will share its handwritten letter, expressing love, commitment and a shared future, with the country that has given, and […]

Dubai, UAE, 14 February 2019 – Emirates airline today announced an order for 40 A330-900 aircraft, and 30 A350-900 aircraft, in a heads of agreement signed with Airbus. The deal is worth US$ 21.4 billion at list prices. The latest generation Airbus A330neo and A350 aircraft, will be delivered to Emirates starting from 2021 and 2024 […]

The entertainment concepts are evolving and have taken a completely new avatar with the growing popularity of virtual reality gaming concepts. Furthermore, drones and robots have also entered the fray and currently are in very high demand across FECs and indoor themeparks. Several such innovative technologies and concepts will be showcased at the upcoming DEAL […]

Five separate racing series kick-off at the Dubai Autodrome by Union Properties on 15 and 16 February, as the ‘home of UAE motorsports’ opens its gates for Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East Race this weekend. Headlining the two-day event will be the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East, featuring identically prepared racing versions of the Lamborghini […]

Dubai Airports has partnered with action sports brand XDubai to deliver an incredible one-of-a-kind stunt by Emirati athlete and skydiver Mohammed Baker, as part of the new DXB brand which aims to position the world’s busiest international airport as a major destination for culture, hospitality, and entertainment. Millions of travellers passing through the world’s biggest […]

Dubai-UAE: 13 February, 2019 – As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the experience of residents and visitors of Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) launched the DSO Community Market, a public event that offers a variety of engaging cultural, educational, sports, fitness, and leisure activities, arts and crafts, games, as well […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 February 2019: Al Seef, the bustling waterfront destination by Meraas in collaboration with Hala China, a joint initiative by Meraas and Dubai Holding, are hosting a Chinese Food Market to continue celebrating the Chinese New Year. From 7 to 23 February between 4pm and 10pm and on weekends from 12pm to […]

Dubai-UAE: 13 February, 2019 – Dubai’s premier beachfront destination Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) by Dubai Retail is gearing up to host the second edition of Street Beats, a 10-day music festival set to feature over 200 performances by 55 artists from over 20 countries. Street Beats is part of the ongoing #WOWJBR campaign, an interactive celebration of the […]

Dubai, UAE; February 13, 2019: Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties (DFM: EMAAR), recorded full-year 2018 net profit of AED 2.230 billion (US$ 607 million), a growth of 7 per cent over the FY 2017 net profit of AED 2.086 billion (US$ 568 million). Revenue for FY […]

UAE, Dubai, 13 February – Within the context of its participation in the UAE Month of Innovation 2019 under the theme “Innovate For Health”, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) launched its Innovation Strategy 2019-2021 for the healthcare future, In the presence of H.E. Dr. Youssif Al Serkal, Assistant Undersecretary for the Ministry’s Hospitals Sector, […]

Dubai, UAE; February 13, 2019: Emaar has opened doors for the public to the highest point in Burj Khalifa at levels 152, 153 and 154, towering at an imposing height of 575 meters, with the unveiling of The Lounge, Burj Khalifa. Billed to become the must-visit destination to relax, unwind and chill away the evening […]

Dubai, UAE: The season-ending US$8million DP World Tour Championship, Dubai, played at Jumeirah Golf Estates from November 21-24, 2019, is to become the richest prize in world golf after the European Tour today announced that the winner will now pocket a cheque for US$3 million, an increase of 125% from the US$1.33 million won by […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 12, 2019: The 6th edition of the Destination Wedding Planners Congress will witness the debut of the DWP ACE Awards in March this year in Dubai. The awards will honor the significant efforts of extraordinary talents of international wedding planners and suppliers who have shown their ultimate commitment towards innovation […]

Dubai, UAE; February 11, 2019: Customers have another opportunity to buy the most sought-after villas in Dubai in Emaar South, the green golf course mega-development located only 10 minutes from the Expo 2020 Dubai site and seven minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport. Following the sell-out response to the launch of its first two […]

Dubai, UAE; February 13, 2019: The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) hosted today the tenth Annual Audit Outreach for registered auditors. The DFSA provided an overview of the Audit Monitoring Findings from 2018, and a range of updates that are intended to strengthen audit quality. In his opening address, Bryan Stirewalt, Chief Executive of the […]

Dubai-UAE: 13 February, 2019 – Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, has announced the handover of the phase one of Hartland Greens apartments, located in its iconic Sobha Hartland development in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MBR) city. The company welcomed the first residents who moved into the community with a special housewarming event, […]

Dubai, UAE – 13 February 2019 – Emirates will link Phnom Penh (PNH) and Bangkok (BKK) with its new daily service set to launch on June 1, 2019. The service from Dubai to Phnom Penh, via Bangkok, will provide passengers travelling between the capital cities of Cambodia and Thailand with more flight options. Travellers from both […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 February 2019: Cyndi Lauper was definitely on to something when she sang “girls just wanna have fun”, and it’s the soundtrack to the unmissable new ladies’ night at Atlantis, The Palm’s uber-cool new hangout, Wavehouse. Taking place every Tuesday night from 7pm to 1am, girls can take advantage of free drinks […]

A delegation from foreign news agencies visited the Expo 2020 Dubai site on Tuesday. The visit took place on the sidelines of the delegation’s participation in the World Government Summit and the signing of the News Agencies Tolerance Charter and several Memoranda of Understanding with the Emirates News Agency, WAM. The delegation, which was accompanied […]

Global political and business decision makers, NGOs and philanthropists chose the seventh World Government Summit (WGS 2019) in Dubai to create a vision for a brighter, more sustainable future world this week. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan spoke of a new era for investment opportunities in the country as it seeks to unshackle itself from […]

Dubai, UAE: Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has launched “Co-Founder Dubai”, a new matchmaking programme offering UAE startups access to talent, and aspiring co-founders the unique opportunity to become a business owner. The first-of-its-kind pilot programme, open to all UAE entrepreneurs, aims to improve the success rate of […]

Dubai, 12 February 2019: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a difference at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s dynamic new waterfront dining, entertainment and leisure destination. Indulge in a candlelit dinner for two overlooking the shimmering waters of Palm Jumeirah, or round up the family for a host of live entertainment and kids’ activities from 14 […]

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 February 2019: This Valentine’s Day, La Mer, the world-class beachfront destination by Meraas, invites residents and tourists to impress their loved ones with exciting offers and complimentary heart-shaped chocolates distributed across the destination to set the mood for the most romantic day of the year. On 14 February, visitors can […]

DUBAI, UAE: 12 February 2019 – Emirates has marked 20 years of successful operations in Lahore and Islamabad, two of Pakistan’s most populous cities. The award-winning airline has recorded solid year-on-year growth in Lahore and Islamabad over the years, carrying more than 8.4 million passengers on both routes in the last two decades. Emirates’ hub, Dubai, has […]

Valentine’s Day is just a few days away, so this year surprise your loved one with a luxurious experience at Reel Cinemas’ Platinum Suites. Pamper your beloved with a VIP-style deluxe experience and plan a romantic evening with a blockbuster movie and five-star gourmet food in an unmatched private lounge. Book a movie-date in The […]

Dubai, UAE; February 11, 2019: Customers have another opportunity to buy the most sought-after villas in Dubai in Emaar South, the green golf course mega-development located only 10 minutes from the Expo 2020 Dubai site and seven minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport. Following the sell-out response to the launch of its first two […]

Dubai, UAE, 11 February 2019– Every year, millions of roses are gifted worldwide on Valentine’s Day resulting in a spike in demand for flowers in early February. To meet this requirement, major flower producing nations around the world including Kenya and Ecuador harvest and air-freight additional quantities of roses to important global centres of flower […]

Dubai, UAE: A total of 15 new member companies joined the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network in 2018, while 18 new task forces established under the Network tackled key sustainability challenges faced by various industries in Dubai. These achievements were highlighted during a special ceremony recently held at Dubai Chamber’s premises where members of the Dubai […]

Dubai, UAE February 11, 2019: Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, and I.AM+ have announced that the AI-powered Omega platform will be rolled out for the first time in English and Arabic through Majid Al Futtaim’s Carrefour and VOX Cinemas brands in […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 2,046 new licenses during January 2019, a growth of 20% compared to January 2018 (1,703). Among the new licenses issued, 64.5% were commercial, 33.7% professional, 1.2% related to tourism and 0.6% industry. The ‘Business Map’ digital platform of DED, […]

A new report compiled by Boston Global Consulting Group (BCG), titled ‘Towards A Broader View of National Performance’, prepared in collaboration with the 2019 World Government Summit, shines light on the need to go beyond the widely-used Gross Domestic Product (GDP) metric as a sole indicator of societal well-being and economic performance. Highlighting the need […]

Dubai, UAE: David Law made significant strides in the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after carding a sensational finish to overtake long-time leader Wade Ormsby and seal a maiden title in his rookie season at the ISPS Handa Vic Open. The 2018 Challenge Tour graduate was three shots back as he stood on the 16th […]

Kigali, Rwanda: Startups from the UAE and Africa will participate in the first-ever Chamberthon event that will be organised and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry during the Africa Tech Summit in Kigali, Rwanda, on February 13th-15th. Details about the Chamberthon and mentorship programme were revealed during a kick-off meeting held at Dubai […]

February 10, 2019 Dubai: South Energy, the energy solution’s arm of Dubai South, announced that it recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SP Group as part of its efforts to boost its district cooling capabilities by exploring key opportunities with the Singapore-based company. The agreement seeks to explore key opportunities through joint venture […]

10 February 2019 Dubai: Following a successful first term for the University of South Wales (USW) Dubai, the University is offering the first in a series of guest lectures and events at its Dubai South campus in 2019, to take place from 10am to 12pm on Sunday 17th February. The lecture and discussion around ‘Engineering […]

Mall of the Emirates has revealed that 39 lucky shoppers walked away with more than AED1.4 million worth of prizes during this year’s Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). To celebrate this year’s Dubai Shopping Festival, Mall of the Emirates made it 15 times more rewarding to shop. Shoppers who spent AED 650 were given the chance […]

Dubai, UAE: Women are playing a vital role in shaping the UAE’s future, making the country a shining example of women empowerment, according to Dr Raja Al Gurg, Managing Director of Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group and President of the Dubai Business Women Council. Dr Al Gurg’s comments came during a felicitation event for her […]

Dubai, UAE: A high-level delegation from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently visited Shanghai and Shenzhen and where they met with public and private sector stakeholders and discussed prospects for expanding Dubai-China economic cooperation in several areas of mutual interest such as innovation, smart city solutions, technology, manufacturing and tourism. The delegation was led […]

For Families harbouring a sense of adventure, Address Dubai Mall has partnered with VR Park Theme Park and Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo to dole out a special package that offers complimentary access to Dubai’s two leading world-class family entertainment destinations. Book your next family getaway at the premium city shopping retreat, Address Dubai Mall, […]