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An interview with Isabelle Chouvet of the Independents group

The Independents Group looks at ME expansion, acquires Bureau Beatrice

In an exclusive interview with Gulf Business, Isabelle Chouvet, CEO of The Independents Group, shares insights on the group’s Middle East expansion

Abu Dhabi's KEZAD to get Dhs90m manufacturing facility, Dhs55m solar pla

KEZAD to get Dhs90m parts manufacturing unit, Dhs55m solar PV plant

The manufacturing unit, set to span 40,000 square metres, will produce industrial parts, components and machinery for the oil and gas, locomotive, and defence sectors

UAE cuts visa process from 30 days to five

UAE provides update on visa amnesty initiative

Authorities have announced that the amnesty covers various visa categories, including expired residencies and tourist visas, as well as undocumented individuals

Leadership lessons: Emirati female execs share their insights

Leadership lessons: Emirati female execs share their insights

These top female trailblazers are shaping the future of their industries and empowering the next generation to follow in their footsteps

Dubai aircraft leasing firm DAE buys 23 aircraft for $1.1bn

Dubai aircraft leasing firm DAE buys 23 aircraft for $1.1bn

The portfolio consists of 91 per cent narrow-body aircraft and 86 per cent next-generation technology aircraft

Emirati Women's Day: We speak to Haif Zamzam SVP Strategy and Marketing at TECOM Group Image Supplied

‘Women will continue to enrich our nation for years,’ says TECOM’s Haif Zamzam

The UAE’s unwavering commitment to gender balance has constantly enabled and empowered her professional ambitions, says the SVP Strategy and Marketing

Toll operator Salik’s two new gates valued at Dhs2.73bn

Toll operator Salik’s two new gates valued at Dhs2.73bn

The new gates are being installed at the Business Bay Crossing on Al Khail Road and in Al Safa South on Sheikh Zayed Road

Emirati Women's Day: Using education to empower entrepreneurs

EWD 2024: Using education to empower entrepreneurs

The UAE’s diverse and inclusive education landscape is equipping Emirati women with the knowledge and skills to support the country’s transformation

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How ECA’s parent-friendly label programme supports women

On UAE Women’s Day, a look at how Laila Yousef Al Hassan and the ECA’s Parent-Friendly Label Programme are transforming workplace practices to support female participation and work-life balance

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Women in the UAE stand to benefit from the burgeoning ‘new space’ economy

UAE women are driving advancements in the new space economy, with emerging roles in the satellite sector offering vast opportunities for growth and leadership

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Fatma Ashkanani on the role of Emirati women in UAE’s digital transformation

As the UAE celebrates Emirati Women’s Day, Fatma Ashkanani of Khazna discusses the challenges of breaking barriers in male-dominated sectors

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The leadership ripple

Leaders, you set the tone for employee health and wellbeing

UAE’s ADNOC deploys Neuron 5 for AI-powered efficiency

UAE’s ADNOC deploys Neuron 5 for AI-powered efficiency

The energy firm plans to expand Neuron 5’s application to all the group’s facilities across thousands of critical pieces of production equipment

flynas boosts UAE network, with 8 destinations and routes

flynas boosts UAE network, with 8 destinations and routes

The budget carrier will add three more UAE destinations, including Al Maktoum International Airport, Shaikh Zayed International Airport and Sharjah International Airport

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UAE’s Myco raises $10m; plans expansion, blockchain migration

Following expansions into North America and Egypt, Myco is exploring growth territories and aims to conclude a second closing of its Series A funding by early 2025

Nakheel awards Dhs810m marine works contract for Palm Jebel Ali

Nakheel awards Dhs810m marine works contract for Palm Jebel Ali

The winner of the contract, Jan De Nul Dredging, is expected to complete the entire scope of marine works at the landmark development in just over two years

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Majid Al Futtaim reports H1 net profit of Dhs1.6bn

Majid Al Futtaim Properties delivered a record performance, driven by the success of UAE-based shopping malls and strong consumer confidence

Mubadala, CBC buy UCB neurology, allergy units

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala co-invests in UCB’s neurology, allergy business

The deal, which is expected to close in Q4 2024, includes UCB’s neurology portfolio (Keppra, Vimpat, Neupro) and allergy medicines (Zyrtec, Xyzal)

Dubai’s RTA announces Dhs1.1bn deal for low-emission buses

4 new RTA metro bus links to speed up Dubai commutes

The four new metro link bus routes from Dubai’s RTA are scheduled to start operating from 30 August

UAE closely following case of Telegram founder amid arrest in France

The UAE has submitted a request to France to provide him with all the necessary consular services, according to MoFA

UAE’s non-oil foreign trade hits record Dhs1.4tn in H1 2024

UAE’s non-oil foreign trade tops Dhs1.4tn in H1 2024

The UAE’s non-oil exports to its top 10 trade partners rose by 28.7 per cent, while trade with all other nations increased by 12.6 per cent

Dubai Metro turns 15; here's what commuters can enjoy

Dubai Metro turns 15: Here’s what commuters can enjoy

The RTA is launching a Special Edition nol Card, featuring a unique design created in collaboration with LEGO Middle East

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UAE airlines now fly to over 600 destinations

The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority forecasts passenger traffic to hit 140 million

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8 reasons why the UAE passport is gaining in strength

The UAE passport jumped from 15th place in 2023 to 8th in 2024 in Get Golden Visa’s ranking, making it among the world’s fastest-growing in terms of its strength

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Crypto crime falls by 20%: Here’s what that means

Legitimate activity is growing more quickly than illicit activity, but stolen funds and ransomware activity continued to rise in 2024

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Oil climbs over 2% after US Fed’s Powell indicates rate cuts

Despite Friday gains, oil was down for the week

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

Ranked: Most expensive to cheapest property rentals in Dubai

Using data from Property Finder, here is a ranking of the most to least expensive property rentals and sales prices in Dubai

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Most influential Indians in the region 2024

We profile some of the most iconic Indian business titans based in the Gulf, highlighting their journeys and achievements

5 things to know about the latest Microsoft Surface CoPilot laptops

The Microsoft Surface Pro 11th Edition and Surface Laptop 7th Edition CoPilot+ PCs will be available in the UAE starting from August 27

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Are internet outages a wake-up call for B2B eCommerce platforms?

The recent internet outage must be considered as catalyst for transformation in the B2B eCommerce industry, rather than a setback