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Dubai’s Skyscrapers Rank Among World’s Top 20 Most Expensive

The average prime capital value for a skyscraper in Dubai stands at $620 per sq ft, according to a new index.

Dubai’s Gulf Extrusions To Double Output

The firm, part of the Al Ghurair Group and one of the largest aluminium product makers in the Gulf, will lift annual output to 100,000 tonnes in the next three to four years.

Etihad Inks $14m Deal For Crew Training Equipment

As per the deal, Spatial Composite Solutions will provide Etihad with 14 cabin crew-training devices and will also refurbish the existing training equipment.

Stock News: Dubai Pulls Back, Qatar Starts To Recover

Wednesday is the last day when retail investors, who dominate Dubai’s market, can subscribe for shares in Emaar’s malls unit.

Masdar Buys 35% Stake In British Offshore Wind Farm Project

Masdar bought the stake in a $2.5 billion 402 MW offshore wind project from Norway’s Statoil.

Dubai’s Emaar Malls Listing Likely To Price At Top Of Range

The Dhs2.90 a share price would give the unit a value of Dhs37.7 billion, one of the sources said.

BlackBerry Set To Launch New Smartphone, Passport

The Passport boasts a big square screen and a unique touch-sensitive tactile keyboard.

UAE, Saudi, Bahrain Confirm Role In Strikes Against Islamic State In Syria

A sources said said the Saudis had sent four F-16 fighter jets, the UAE contributed four warplanes, Bahrain two and Qatar a Mirage jet.

UAE To Launch New Market For Trading Private Firm Shares

The new market targeting secondary listings from private joint stock companies will be operational within a few months, official news agency WAM said.

Dubai Properties Launches New Luxury Hotel In Culture Village

The new luxury hotel, which is scheduled to open by 2018, will be operated by Anantara Spa and Resorts, the developer said.

Dubai Aluminium Plans $600m Smelter Upgrade

The Dubai entity currently produces 1.1 million tonnes of aluminium per year, with the planned upgrade set to enhance output by 100,000 tonnes when completed.

Lenovo Launches First “Layered” Smartphone, VIBE X2 In UAE

The company also announced the launch of the VIBE Z2, and its flagship VIBE Z2 Pro, which is priced at Dhs2,499 in the UAE.

Pictures: Mega Launches And Displays From Cityscape Dubai

New project launches were announced by Dubai-based developers Nakheel, Damac, Deyaar and Meraas.

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Unit Of Dubai’s Emirates Group Wins Contracts Worth Dhs140m

Transguard said that it has won contracts with major firms such as TAV and Australian firm James L Williams.

UAE To Build $3bn Alumina Refinery By End-2017

Feasibility studies for the project have been completed, confirmed Emirates Global Aluminium CEO Abdulla Kalban.

Stock News: Emaar Lifts Dubai As Malls Unit IPO Pricing Nears

Emaar plans to sell 15 per cent of its subsidiary Emaar Malls Group (EMG) in an initial public offer launched this month.

Almost 57% Of UAE Residents To Invest In Dubai’s Property Sector

UAE residents more inclined to invest in property rather than gold, finds new survey.

UAE Oil Minister Says Premature To Decide On OPEC Output Target

Brent crude prices have fallen below OPEC’s preferred level of $100 a barrel.

Dubai Housing Costs Soar To Manhattan Peaks – Dubizzle

Several residents are being forced to move to the cheaper outskirts of Dubai or are also considering returning home abroad.

Saudi And UAE Join US In Launching First Strikes In Syria

The United States has been building a coalition to combat Islamic State, which has seized large areas in Iraq and Syria.

Dubai Has Too Many Property Brokers – RERA CEO

Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority will be introducing four new measures next year to regulate the sector.

Dubai Urged To Build More Affordable Houses For Expats

The government needs to introduce incentives- similar to those initiated in the hospitality sector- to boost the number of affordable homes in Dubai, an expert says.

Abu Dhabi Bourse In Talks Over Four Potential IPOs, Two This Year

New flotations on the bourse had been held back by low investor confidence after the index slumped in the wake of the global financial crisis and a local real estate crash.

Etihad Launches Massive Recruitment Drive For Cabin Crew gulf business

Recruiting will take place in 12 cities across five countries including Italy, Germany, Japan, Morocco and Tunisia.

Nakheel CEO Says Emaar Unit IPO Success To Encourage Listing Plans

“Should we decide to list shares, the market will receive it well,” said Sanjay Manchanda.

Dubai’s Deyaar Reveals Dhs3.5bn Midtown Project

The 5.5 million sq ft mixed-use development will include a total of 27 buildings.

Dubai’s Amlak Finance Postpones Shareholder Meeting

The meeting was called to inform shareholders of the details of a $2.7 billion restructuring plan.

Phase One Of Dubai’s Mall of the World Project Slated For Completion By 2020

The first phase, anticipated to include retail and hospitality elements, will be completed in three years.

Damac Launches New Paramout Hotel In Dubai

The hotel, which will consist of 1,250 luxury rooms and suites, is scheduled to open by 2018 and will be located in the downtown area

Dubai’s Limitless Holds “Positive” Talks On Debt Restructuring – CEO

The discussions were centred on re-negotiating the terms of the debt, the chief executive said without giving any further details.