AD Ports Group expands global presence, boosts financial performance in 2024

AD Ports Group expands global presence, boosts financial performance in 2024

AD Ports Group continued its focus on digital transformation in 2024 with the acquisition of a 60 per cent equity stake in Dubai Technologies

ADGM unveils new fee structure, offers significant reductions

ADGM unveils new fee structure, offers significant reductions

The fee updates follow a series of consultations with the ADGM business community in 2023, focusing on expanding the jurisdiction and improving the ease of doing business

UAE weather: Rain, cloudy conditions expected today, tomorrow

UAE weather: Rain, cloudy conditions expected today

The weather is expected to be humid overnight and into Saturday morning over certain inland regions

Dubai Duty Free reports record annual sales of Dhs7.9bn in 2024

Dubai Duty Free reports record annual sales of Dhs7.9bn in 2024

DDF plans to continue enhancing its retail operations, with the final phase of renovations in the arrival shops across three terminals scheduled for completion early this year

Dubai among top cities to see high growth in prime residential property in 2024

Dubai real estate smashed records in 2024 – here are the 14 top-performing areas

The emirate witnessed a 36 per cent increase in sales volumes in 2024 and a 27 per cent rise in value when compared to 2023

How to turn 18 days’ leave into 51 days off in the UAE in 2025

With smart planning, you can maximise your leave by aligning your time off with the UAE’s public holidays and weekends

The Mubadala Investment headquarters building (centre) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Mubadala overtakes Saudi Arabia’s PIF as world’s top wealth fund spender

Mubadala and its subsidiaries deployed $29.2bn in 2024, up from $17.5bn invested in 2023, according to a report from Global SWF

Qatar's trade surplus narrows to QR57.7bn in Q3 2024

Qatar’s trade surplus narrows to QR57.7bn in Q3 2024

While the trade surplus narrowed year-on-year, the growth in exports compared to the previous quarter highlights a resilient trade environment

UAE stock markets surge by Dhs257bn in 2024

UAE stock markets surge by Dhs257bn in 2024

The volume of shares traded during 2024 exceeded 142 billion shares; 90.16 billion shares traded on the ADX and 51.85 billion shares on DFM

Abu Dhabi’s GDP grows 4.5% in Q3 '24, led by non-oil sector

Abu Dhabi GDP grows 4.5% in Q3 ’24, led by non-oil sector

For the first three quarters of 2024, Abu Dhabi’s GDP grew by 3.9 per cent, with non-oil activities contributing a 5.9 per cent increase

UAE to expand comprehensive economic partnership agreements (CEPA) in 2025 Image for illustrative purposes

UAE to expand CEPAs in 2025

Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, highlighted that the UAE’s CEPAs programme is designed to expand the country’s commercial and investment partnerships worldwide

UAE’s Revibe secures $7m in Series A funding round

UAE’s Revibe secures $7m in Series A funding round

Revibe, founded less than two years ago, has already sold over 80,000 refurbished devices, delivering cumulative savings of $14m for customers

NYE 2025: Ras Al Khaimah road closures for record-breaking fireworks

Authorities have urged motorists to use alternative routes and plan ahead to avoid congestion

Al Ansari Financial Services Q1 2023

New salary advance offering from Al Ansari for UAE workers

The salary advance service enables users to access a portion of their earned wages before payday, reducing reliance on high-interest credit options

UAE announces petrol, diesel prices for June 2024

UAE petrol, diesel prices remain unchanged for January 2025

This stability follows months of declining fuel prices in 2024, with Super 98 petrol dropping from a high of Dh3.34 in May to the current rate of Dh2.61

Air Arabia expands RAK operations with new flights to Tashkent, Moscow

These developments mark a key step in the carrier’s expansion strategy and its role in bolstering the tourism sector in Ras Al Khaimah

ADNOC ICV programme to inject Dhs200bn into economy in 5 years Image-ADNOC

ADNOC ICV programme to inject Dhs200bn into economy over 5 years

In 2024 alone, ADNOC’s ICV programme reinvested Dhs55bn into the UAE economy and helped facilitate the creation of 5,500 private-sector jobs

Ayman Al Khaled of Subway UAE speaks to Gulf Business

Subway UAE’s Ayman Al Khaled on the brand’s appetite for growth

Subway UAE’s brand director delves into its strategic growth plans, commitment to local flavour, and focus on innovation as it navigates the region’s F&B landscape

NYE 2025 Abu dhabi announces toll waiver on Jan 1 image-courtesy-WAM

NYE 2025: Abu Dhabi announces free parking, toll waiver

Toll fees will be reinstated on January 2 during peak hours, from 7 am to 9am. and 5pm to 7pm

Kuwait signs contracts worth KD238m to modernise power, water distillation plants

Kuwait signs contracts worth KD238m to modernise power, water distillation plants

The contracts aim to improve operational performance and extend the lifespan of the existing power and water distillation facilities

NYE 2025: Dubai road closures, metro timings, free parking

NYE 2025: Dubai road closures, metro timings, free parking

All public parking areas will be free of charge (except for multi-storey parking) on Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Dubai to unveil smart rental index in January 2025

Dubai unveils smart rental index in January

The index enables all stakeholders to access clear information, fostering trust and achieving balance in real estate transactions

AIN DUBAI reopens Image courtesy WAM

Ain Dubai reopens after over two-year hiatus

Ain Dubai resumed operations on Wednesday, December 25

NYE 2025: Watch fireworks at these spots in the UAE

NYE 2025: Watch fireworks at these spots in the UAE

Whether you’re in the heart of Dubai, the mountains of Hatta, or along the beaches of Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, the UAE promises a New Year’s Eve filled with fabulous fireworks and festivities

Dubai Taxi unveils key strategy -Image-Dubai-Media-Office

Dubai Taxi Company unveils ambitious 2025-2029 growth strategy

The 2025–2029 strategy represents a key step toward redefining urban mobility, leveraging technology, and fostering sustainability to meet the evolving needs of Dubai’s growing population

Dubai authorities expose two money laundering networks image for illustrative purposes courtesy-Dubai-Media-Ofiice-

Dubai authorities crack down on Dhs641m money-laundering networks

The operations involved multiple entities, including Dubai Police’s Anti-Money Laundering Unit, the UAE Financial Intelligence Unit, Dubai Customs, and the International Cooperation Department at the UAE Ministry of Justice

Dubai: nol Cards can now be used to make e-scooter payments

Dubai: nol Cards can now be used to make e-scooter payments

The service allows users to link their nol Card via NFC technology through authorised operator apps, enabling the purchase of hourly, daily, or monthly packages

Abu Dhabi: EAD launches carbon MRV programme to advance climate action

Abu Dhabi: EAD launches carbon MRV programme to advance climate action

EAD’s MRV programme represents a key step in advancing Abu Dhabi’s climate goals while supporting the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 commitment

Bling it on, says Piece of You's Amreen Iqbal

How jewellery brand Piece of You’s Amreen Iqbal is ‘blinging it on’

Amreen Iqbal, founder of Piece of You, is proving that jewellery is more than just an accessory — it’s a timeless connection to life’s milestones 

AD Ports group completes major restructuring after Noatum acquisition mage-courtesy-AD-Ports-Group

AD Ports Group completes major restructuring following Noatum integration

This year, AD Ports Group entered Drewry International’s rankings of the world’s 20 largest container port operators and achieved 40th place in Lloyd’s List Top 100 global rankings