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Fastex announces opening of its new office at Dubai World Trade Center’s One Central

The expansion and the location demonstrate Fastex’s dedication to growth and integration within the Dubai business landscape

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Top travel trends for 2024: Study unpacks UAE traveller habits

From choosing sustainable travel options to making up to two outbound trips in 2024 are some of the trends being followed by UAE travelers

TECOM Group’s in5 startups post 25% funding growth in 2023

Funding for startups at TECOM Group’s in5 surges by 25% in 2023

in5 has incubated about 900 startups since its inception, and its tech-focused vertical is currently home to 270 active startups

South Korea’s H2O Hospitality opens Abu Dhabi office

South Korea’s H2O Hospitality expands global footprint with Abu Dhabi office

The company provides solutions which automate the front and back-end processes of hotels by digitising the process flow, enabling paperless and contactless procedures

WTO

World Trade Organization’s push for reform plagued by obstacles

At least 100 ministers will gather in Abu Dhabi on February 26-29 for the WTO’s 13th ministerial conference once dubbed the “reform ministerial”

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park

Massive Dubai solar park to add another 1,800 MW

The sixth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park will allow the facility to get one step closer to meeting its 5,000 megawatt target by 2030

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Dubai road closure: RTA warns of traffic diversion due to UAE Tour 2024

The RTA issued a statement via social media advising residents to set out early to ensure smooth travel

Binghatti branded residence

Dubai-based developer Binghatti to debut US Dollar bond offering

Investor meetings are scheduled to start from February 20 and will be followed by a benchmark-sized US dollar-denominated unsecured Sukuk offering

FedEx invests $350m in air, ground regional hub at DWC

Here’s why FedEx has invested $350m in Dubai logistics hub

The 57,000-square-metre facility incorporates advanced technologies that include automated sort systems to enhance the efficiency

Etihad- Boeing Dreamliner

Etihad brings home its brand new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner: Watch

Etihad Airways is set to introduce an upscale passenger experience aboard its newly acquired Boeing 787-9 aircrafts

Vodafone, DAMAC to build $100m data centre in this city

Scheduled for completion in 2025, the new facility will feature a capacity of 6 megawatts

Emirates bets on vertical farming with Bustanica deal

Emirates Flight Catering fully acquires indoor vertical farm Bustanica

The deal makes Bustanica a fully UAE-owned company as it looks to leverage its local expertise to meet the market’s growing demands

UAE entrepreneurs put family first, reveals HSBC survey

It’s clear from a recent HSBC report that UAE entrepreneurs rank highly in terms of family playing a major role in their business lives

Funding for green-hydrogen plant - sustainable

UAE, Germany’s Baden-Württemberg forge green partnership for sustainable industry growth

Key areas of collaboration include AI, smart manufacturing, smart health, and aerospace

WOW resorts

These developers are bringing the ‘WOW’ factor to Ras Al Khaimah

The development, which has an estimated value of Dhs4.8bn, will be ready for handover by 2026

Fly Jinnah - Sharjah

Fly Jinnah, Air Arabia JV’s first international flight lands in Sharjah from Islamabad

Established just over 15 months ago in October 2022, Fly Jinnah currently operates domestic flights across five cities in Pakistan

Dubai registers 1.92 million daily commuters in 2023

Dubai: 1.92 million people used public transport daily in 2023

The Dubai Metro was the most popular mode of transport, serving 260 million riders in 2023

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DXB sees passenger traffic soar in 2023, welcomes 86.9 million travellers

DXB is poised for continued growth in 2024, with initial forecasts anticipating 88.8 million guests

UAE’s non-oil trade hits record Dhs3.5tn in 2023

UAE non-oil trade expands to record Dhs3.5tn in 2023

The country has initiated a raft of bilateral trade, investment and cooperation deals with several fast-growing economies

How Abu Dhabi became the GCC’s poster child of smart cities

How Abu Dhabi became the GCC’s poster child of smart cities

The emirate recently signed an agreement with China’s Shenzhen to collaborate on pioneering smart city projects

Geopolitical tensions to complicate WTO deal-making in Abu Dhabi

How geopolitical tensions will complicate WTO deal-making ahead of Abu Dhabi meeting

Trade ministers will gather for a meeting in Abu Dhabi from February 26 to 29, where they will try to broker global trade agreements

Americana Restaurants on MSCI UAE Index

Fast food operator Americana knocked by ME tensions

Americana is the regional franchisee for brands such as KFC, Hardee’s, and Pizza Hut

Damac

DAMAC launches jewellery inspired Sapphire tower in Downtown Dubai

The Sapphire offers views of Dubai Canal, Sheikh Zayed Road, and the Arabian Sea

How the UAE is fostering fintech innovation

How the UAE is cementing its fintech hub status

Jason Hughes, senior executive officer of eToro Middle East tells us that Abu Dhabi offers a supportive business ecosystem and a fertile investment landscape that drives growth

eid al fitr 2024 - solar eclipse - moon sighting

Eid Al Fitr 2024 to coincide with solar eclipse? An astronomer predicts so

This eclipse is predicted to coincide with the new moon at the end of Ramadan

One of Dubai's most exclusive mansions is up for sale, it can be yours for... Image B1 Properties

One of Dubai’s most exclusive mansions is up for sale, it can be yours for…

The house is crafted with custom high-end materials, the interior showcases exclusive brands including Hermès, Baccarat THG Paris and Fantini Italy

RTA and Etihad rail sign MoU for ticketing solutions using nol card Image WAM

Landmark deal will see nol cards used to buy tickets on Etihad Rail

The agreement between RTA and Etihad Rail is a significant step to introduce ticket reservation and payment systems, which will be available to Etihad Rail’s passengers across the UAE

DIFC company registrations surge by 34% in 2023

DIFC says company registrations rose by 34% in 2023

The financial hub said 1,451 new companies commenced operations in the centre last year, the highest number of new registrations in 20 years

Bay Views by RAK Properties Image: Supplied

RAK Properties’ Sameh Muhtadi on why Ras Al Khaimah is a magnet for investors

With its strategic location, favourable business environment and diverse investment sectors, RAK offers compelling advantages for investors seeking to maximise their returns, says RAK Properties CEO Muhtadi

real estate ads

Real estate agents be warned: Deadline against ‘fake’ ads fast approaching

A ‘fake’ ad is described as one where the real estate listing shows a property available on a portal or website but in reality, is either sold or rented out