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DP World going ahead with $1.3Bbn UK port investment

DP World going ahead with $1.3bn UK port investment

The investment would add two more berths, increasing capacity by 50 per cent and bringing DP World’s total employment there to 1,600

GITEX Global, Expand North Star to boost $2.7tn global AI economy

GITEX Global, Expand North Star to boost $2.7tn global AI economy

The UAE’s strategic focus on AI is clearly reflected in GITEX’s expansive platform for showcasing innovations and fostering collaborations

RTA awards Dhs600m contract for Oud Metha, Al Asayel road development

RTA awards Dhs600m contract for Oud Metha, Al Asayel road upgrade

The upgrade connects Al Asayel Street to Al Khail Road via Al Nawras Street and provides an exit to Oud Metha and Al Nawras Streets

DAMAC unveils wellness-centric community in Dubai

DAMAC unveils wellness-centric community in Dubai

This marks DAMAC’s fifth master community and its second launch within the last six months

OKX shakes up Dubai’s crypto scene with new exchange

The launch was announced at a gala event at the Museum of the Future, Dubai, on October 10, 2024.

Spinneys to build mega facility in Food Tech Valley

Spinneys to build mega facility in Food Tech Valley

Under the 27-year agreement, Spinneys will establish a massive 500,000 square foot processing facility within Food Tech Valley

Salesforce opens new Dubai office, unveils Agentforce

Salesforce opens new Dubai office, unveils Agentforce

Srini Tallapragada, the company’s president and chief engineering officer, says the new office reflects the firm’s global culture and is designed to better support both employees and customers in the UAE

Dubai Holding weighs new REIT amid housing boom

Dubai Holding weighs new REIT amid housing boom, report says

The REIT would offer investors access to a portfolio of prime income-generating properties managed by one of Dubai’s leading developers

Dubai limo sector sees surge in passenger nos in H1 2024 image RTA_X

Dubai riding in style with 50% bump in limo passengers

The sector saw passenger numbers surge to nearly 38 million, driven by an influx of new providers and enhanced services

dnata, beOnd partner to elevate premium travel from Dubai

All-business airline beOnd lands new partnership with dnata

In the next five years, beOnd aims to expand its network to 60 global destinations

Global Village season 29 highlights image Dubai Media Office

Global Village Season 29: New features, experiences await visitors

With its fresh look and new features, Season 29 of Global Village promises to be the ultimate destination for families, friends, and visitors of all ages

Habib Bank AG Zurich: A future-forward wealth management strategy

Habib Bank AG Zurich: A future-forward wealth management strategy

Sheheryar Rasul, CEO and country head – Switzerland Group Wealth Management, Habib Bank AG Zurich, shares the bank’s long-term vision, with a focus on trust and innovation

Branded residences: UAE real estate’s most lucrative trend

Branded residences: UAE real estate’s most lucrative trend

The exponential rise of branded residences is impressive when you consider the figures: there are over 120 developments that can be classed as ‘branded residences’ in the UAE, compared to 69 in 2022

Golden visa for Dubai teachers.

Top of the class: Dubai’s best teachers now eligible for golden visas

Golden Visas will be awarded to top educators in private early childhood centres, schools, and higher education institutions in Dubai

AEON: Pioneering longevity and regenerative wellness in Dubai

Nestled within the iconic Atlantis The Royal, AEON is much more than a medical facility

Elie Naaman of Ellington Properties on key real estate trends in Dubai

Ellington Properties’ CEO on trends driving Dubai’s real estate sector

The co-founder and CEO of Ellington Properties shares insights on changing consumer preferences, opportunities for the market and the developer’s upcoming plans

TECOM to buy commercial asset in Dubai Internet City for Dhs720m

TECOM to buy commercial asset in Dubai Internet City for Dhs720m

The commercial asset features five interconnected blocks offering a gross leasable area of 370,761 square feet

Why HNWIs are flocking to Dubai’s real estate development management sector

Real Estate Development Management is shaping up to be a preferred strategy for institutional and high-net-worth investors, offering access to more attractive deals in Dubai.

Global Surfaces opens Dhs100m manufacturing facility in Jafza

Global Surfaces unveils Dhs100m manufacturing facility in Jafza

The facility, the largest of its kind in the Middle East, will boost advanced manufacturing and meet the surging demand for artificial quartz

Join the Golf Digest Middle East Oktoberfest at The Els Club

Join Golf Digest on October 18 for this one-of-a-kind golfing experience with tasty treats both on and off course to keep you going

IHG and The first group sign agreement making the Ciel a part of the vignette collection image first group

World’s soon-to-be tallest hotel, Ciel, joins IHG’s luxury Vignette Collection

Standing over 80 stories high, the luxurious property will feature more than 1,000 rooms and suites

Dubai delivers 12 hotels, over 2,700 rooms in H1 2024

Dubai delivers 12 hotels, over 2,700 rooms in H1 2024

The growth is set to continue, with 40 more hotels expected to open by the end of 2024, as well as 4,748 more rooms between 2026 and 2027

Speed limits increased on Dubai's Al Amardi street image RTA X

Dubai increases speed limits on these key roads

The RTA will update traffic signs and road markings along the affected segments to ensure compliance with the new speed limits

dubai metro music festival to begin on Sept 21 image-RTA

Dubai Metro Music Festival kicks off on Sept 21 – performances at these stations

This weeklong event will transform five Dubai metro stations into cultural hubs, featuring performances by 20 musicians from the UAE and around the globe

PJT Partners to acquire Dubai-based deNovo Partners

US investment bank PJT Partners to acquire Dubai-based deNovo Partners

The deal will help PJT Partners expand its presence in the Middle East, giving it access to a diverse client base

Dubai ranks among top 5 in global shipping index for 5th consecutive year

Dubai ranks among top 5 in global shipping index for fifth year

Dubai is the only Arab city among the top 20 listed in the 2024 International Shipping Centre Development Index

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UAE unveils ‘Invest in the Emirates’ campaign, fronted by Idris Elba

The campaign showcases the UAE’s strengths, such as its tax-free business environment, and strong government backing for entrepreneurship

Revealed: What the ultra-luxe Baccarat Hotel Dubai has on offer

Revealed: What the ultra-luxe Baccarat Hotel Dubai will offer

Inspired by the famed Baccarat crystal, the hotel’s architecture features shimmering glass towers that complement Downtown Dubai’s skyline

Dubai opens 2 major bridges to ease traffic flow

Dubai just opened two huge bridges — here’s how they’ll change your commute

The Garn Al Sabkha-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road Intersection Improvement Project is part of RTA’s broader master plan to develop key east-west traffic corridors and arterial roads

The Blackstone headquarters in in New York, US, on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Blackstone Inc.'s real estate arm weighed on the investment giant’s second-quarter results, as high interest rates crimped property valuations and investors pumped less money into the business. Photographer: Michael Nagle/Bloomberg

Blackstone mulls selling stake in Dubai-based visa firm VFS Global

The asset management firm bought a majority stake in VFS Global from EQT in October 2021, with EQT retaining a minority position