DEWA’s Q1 profit falls despite surge in demand

DEWA posts first-quarter loss, despite surge in demand

The company’s profit for the January-March period dropped to Dhs651m, compared to Dhs763m during the same period a year earlier

Saudi Arabia e visa

Saudi eVisa update: New countries and categories added to the list

The announcement marks the latest expansion of Saudi’s eVisa programme

Egypt

Egypt: Foreign debt up $3.5bn in Q4 2023; inflation slows to 32.5% in April

Egypt promised the IMF in the March agreement it would resume tightening if necessary to prevent further weakening of its economy

Mubadala’s Fortress bid secures US regulatory approval

Mubadala Capital’s $3bn Fortress bid clears key US regulatory hurdle: FT reports

The approval comes as Mubadala agreed to let Fortress commit to keeping technology and data in the US

MITHRA METALS

MITHRA Metals expands global footprint with ambitious acquisition

The mining company’s strategic investment in ANS Exploration represents a proactive approach to identifying and collaborating with partners that exhibit promising growth prospects

Etihad’s Q1 profit surges to Dhs526m ahead of potential IPO

Etihad’s Q1 profit soars to Dhs526m ahead of potential IPO

The airline carried 4.2 million passengers in the January-March period, while passenger revenue came in at Dhs966m

Mena IPOs bring in $1.2bn in Q1 2024 Image Getty Images

GCC region sees 10 IPOs raise $1.2bn in Q1 2024: EY

The UAE’s Parkin Company raised the highest proceeds in the region for the quarter at $0.4bn

Jaumur by Neom

Introducing Jaumur, Neom’s new luxury coastal haven

Jaumur is an exclusive residential community that aims to accommodate 6,000 residents

Aldar issues second green sukuk image Aldar

Aldar issues second $500m green sukuk

The 10-year issuance marks Aldar’s second green sukuk, following its inaugural $500m sukuk issued in May last year

Dubai traffic flexible or remote work

Dubai plans flexible work hours, school bus incentives to ease traffic congestion

Flexible working hours and remote working options are also being considered as part of the strategy to reduce traffic congestion during peak hours

abu dhabi dark sky

How will Abu Dhabi’s ‘Dark Sky’ policy impact you?

The initiative is the first of its kind in the region and seeks to address the escalating concern of light pollution by presenting a blueprint for responsible lighting practices

Spinneys’ shares surge above 11% on trading debut

Supermarket chain Spinneys’ shares surge above 11% on trading debut

The company’s shares started trading at Dhs1.70, against its IPO price of Dhs1.53, the top end of the price range

Colm McLoughlin - Dubai Duty Free

Colm McLoughlin to step down as executive vice chairman and CEO of Dubai Duty Free

UAE retail industry legend Colm McLoughlin to step down after 41 years at Dubai Duty Free

DET, Emirates join forces to promote Dubai’s hub status

DET, Emirates partner to jointly promote Dubai’s tourism hub status

The two entities will promote the city’s business-friendly policies and processes, ultra-modern infrastructure, and innovation-led economy

Abu Dhabi pilots passenger-carrying drone trials

Abu Dhabi pilots MENA’s first passenger-carrying drone flights

The trials were part of an exhibition by the Multi-Level Group, as part of the Abu Dhabi Mobility Week that took place last week

Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia explore funds to track Hong Kong stock indices

Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia explore funds to track Hong Kong stock indices

A new ETF tracking Saudi equities was listed in Hong Kong last year, becoming the first product of its kind in Asia

flydubai to fly to 10 new seasonal destinations starting June

flydubai to operate to these 10 new ‘summer’ destinations in June

The Dubai-based carrier will launch flights to the 10 popular seasonal summer destinations between June and September

Dubai - Millionaire city

Every 51st resident in Dubai is a millionaire, reveals World’s Wealthiest Cities report

Dubai ranks at the 21st position in the recently released 2024 World’s Wealthiest Cities report

Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways offer free stopover stays programme image DCT Abu Dhabi

Etihad, DCT Abu Dhabi to offer free stopover stays in emirate

ravellers can choose from a selection of hotels across the city for one or two nights as part of their online booking on the airline’s website

Sheikh Ahmed-Emirates

Sheikh Ahmed addresses the question of an Emirates IPO

Sheikh Ahmed provided an insight into the decision-making process surrounding the question of an Emirates IPO

Emirates Airline expands retrofit program to 191 aircraft

Dubai’s Emirates Airline expands retrofit programme to 191 aircraft

The airline’s original plan was to have 67 A380s and 53 777s undergo full refurbishment

Dubai South HQ

At Dubai South, the future takes shape now: Khalifa Al Zaffin

The executive chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation and Dubai South sets out in detail the ongoing mega development in the new city

Alat unveils two business units in manufacturing push

Saudi Arabia’s Alat unveils electrification, AI Infrastructure business units

The firm plans to invest $100bn by 2030 to develop key partnerships and build advanced manufacturing capabilities

Dubai Taxi Company announces fleet expansion Image supplied

Dubai taxi fares increase in May after fuel price hike

The new per kilometre charge for a taxi in Dubai now stands at Dh2.09, up from the previous rate of Dh1.97 per kilometre.

Dubai airport passenger numbers to exceed 90 million in 2024

Dubai airport passenger numbers to exceed 90 million in 2024

The city’s main airport registered a 31.7 per cent increase in passenger traffic in 2023 to 86.9 million, surpassing pre-pandemic levels

Nigeria-Emirates not happy with Boeing delays in fixing 777X

Emirates chair Sheikh Ahmed “not happy” with Boeing 777X repair delays

The Dubai-based carrier is the biggest customer of Boeing’s 777X, which will be the industry’s largest twin-engined jet with around 400 seats

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala invests in Australia’s largest urea plant

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala invests in Australia’s largest urea project

The transaction represents the largest investment ever made in the Australian fertiliser industry

Biggest water park in the Middle East to open in Qiddiya next year

Aquarabia, in Qiddiya City, will feature 22 rides and the developers aim to break four world-records, including constructing the world’s tallest water coaster

Aramco keeps $31.1bn payout despite lower Q1 net income

Saudi Aramco maintains dividend despite lower net income in Q1

The oil major reported a 14 per cent decline in first-quarter net income to $27.3bn in the three months to March 31

Etihad Airways plans to double passengers, fleet size by 2030

Etihad CEO considers buying small number of Airbus, Boeing jets

CEO Antonoaldo Neves said Etihad was in talks with lessors and the planemakers in attempt to secure additional jets