ADNOC opens H2GO - the regions first high-speed hydrogen refuelling pilot station Image WAM

ADNOC unveils high-speed green hydrogen refuelling pilot station

The station, located in Masdar City, will produce green hydrogen from water, using an electrolyser powered by clean grid electricity

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NYE 2023: Burj Khalifa fireworks, Dubai Fountain show, Emaar reveals plans

According to Emaar, 15,682 pyrotechnic elements will be featured in the special fireworks, laser and light show, with each having a distinct firing sequence

16th edition of EMIRATES AIRLINE FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE to start on January 2024 Image Supplied

Emirates Airline Festival of Literature returns in Jan 2024

Tickets for the festival, along with the full speaker lineup and programme details, will be available for purchase starting December 14

DFM to launch carbon credits pilot programme at COP28 Image Dubai Media Office X

Dubai Financial Market to launch pilot carbon credits programme at COP28

DFM will commence the pilot programme for institutional investors starting from December 4-8, with the offsetting period ending on January 10, 2024

Les Roches-managed Hospitality Academy to open in Abu Dhabi Image supplied

Abu Dhabi: Les Roches managed hospitality academy to open in 2024

Les Roches ranks fourth in the world’s higher education institutions for hospitality and leisure management

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Global markets: Five countries to watch this week

From the upcoming climate conference in UAE, to inflation numbers in the US, and China’s GDP targets, a look at what the markets are tracking

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Why OPEC+ members find it hard to agree on oil production quotas

Oil production tends to vary month by month, making it difficult to fix on a permanent production target

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UN aviation meeting agrees to goal of 5% lower carbon emissions by 2030

The air transport sector has previously pledged to align itself with global goals to cut emissions

Sheikh Mohammed endorses 30km Dubai Metro Blue Line project

Dubai Metro expansion: Sheikh Mohammed approves Blue Line project

The new metro line is Dubai’s newest and most significant public transport project and is set to be operational in 2029

Faraday Future targets Middle East drive with aiFalcon model

EV maker Faraday Future forays into Middle East, unveils new model

The automaker plans to launch a limited-edition model, the FF 91 2.0 Futurist aiFalcon, tailored to the local market

UAE dominates corporate aviation in MENA, says aviation body

Business or corporate aviation in the Middle East and North Africa is still predominantly taking place within the UAE, says the Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association

Dubai wealth fund ICD posts Dhs28.3bn in half-year profit

Dubai wealth fund ICD posts Dhs28.3bn in half-year profit

The banking and transportation divisions’ respective contributions to the wealth fund’s profit soared by Dhs8.2bn and Dhs7.7bn

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Blacklane Middle East expands all-electric fleet tenfold

The luxury chauffeur hailing service launched services in the UAE in March 2023

NZ1 Masdar city's first net zero commercial building completed Image Masdar City

Introducing NZ1, the region’s first net zero commercial building

The building is designed to use 53 per cent less energy than conventional buildings and produce all of its annual energy requirements on-site

Etisalat by e&, DCT Abu Dhabi partner to redefine esports sector

Boost for MENA esports with new Abu Dhabi-backed tie-up

The partnership seeks to nurture emerging gaming talent and elevate local esports events to international gaming benchmarks

UPDATE: UAE announces 3-day weekend for public, private sectors

The UAE Cabinet approved the National Day holiday for the federal government as well as the private sector from December 2 to 4

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Saudi Arabia trade surplus grows to $12bn — GASTAT

The trade surplus in Saudi Arabia remains stable amid continued levels of strong trade in the country

Saudi Arabia’s CMA proposes rules to boost secondary share offerings

Saudi Arabia’s CMA proposes rules to boost secondary share offerings

The market regulator invited participants in the capital market as well as relevant and interested persons to participate in a 30-day public consultation

UAE President receives Bahraini Foreign Minister

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed receives Bahraini Foreign Minister

Sheikh Mohamed expressed his best wishes to King Hamad and Bahrain and its people for continued development and growth

Air Arabia starts direct flights to Kozhikode from RAK

Air Arabia operates first direct flight from RAK to Kozhikode, Kerala

The airline operated its first non-stop flight from Ras Al Khaimah to Kozhikode in the state of Kerala, India, on November 22

Emirates becomes first airline to test SAF on an A380 flight (Image: Supplied by Emirates)

Emirates makes history with 100% green jet fuel for A380 flight

The carrier operated the demonstration flight from DXB with the fuel powering one of its four engines

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Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company wraps up SAR3.5bn sukuk issuance

The issuance was offered in five and seven-year dual tenors, marking the final two tranches under its SAR20bn government-guaranteed sukuk programme

Drones in Dubai _ Dubai Horizons first phase completed 2 Image Dubai Media office

Drones in Dubai: Phase 1 of ‘Horizons’ project complete

The project is planning standards for drone routes and dedicated landing zones in low-altitude airspace and selected airport locations

Etihad Airways plans to double passengers, fleet size by 2030

Etihad Airways plans to double passengers, fleet size by 2030

The carrier’s growth strategy signifies a pivotal turning point in the airline’s journey with a significant economic contribution to Abu Dhabi

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EVTOLs most disruptive aviation tech in over 50 years: Crisalion

Spanish firm, Crysalion Mobility, unveils its eVTOL at the Dubai Airshow

Dubai’s RTA has started installing solar energy panels

RTA powers up Dubai metro, tram depots with solar

The authority expects to achieve a total saving of carbon dioxide emissions amounting to 3.962 tonnes annually because of the project

Qatar growth ‘normalising’ after World Cup boom — IMF

Economic expansion in Qatar is starting to normalise after the 2022 World Cup, according to a team from the International Monetary Fund.

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COP28: Where to find 1.5°C-aligned business lunches

The climate gathering will offer the carbon neutral menu as part of efforts to drive sustainability through all aspects of the event.

Saudi Arabia’s Avalon Pharma plans to triple export

Saudi Arabia’s Avalon Pharma sets eyes on global expansion

The company’s expansion strategy is to refocus efforts in the strategic focus and emerging markets through partnerships with distributors

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UAE National Day 2023: ‘Updated’ holiday dates announced for private sector

MoHRE said that private sector employees in the UAE will get three official holidays to mark the country’s National Day