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New Year’s Eve in Dubai: RTA announces marine transit offers

New Year’s Eve in Dubai: Watch fireworks from the sea aboard RTA ferry, abra

The Dubai Ferry, Water Bus, Water Taxi and abras have special appeal to Dubai residents, visitors, and tourists, thanks to the picturesque coastal line of the city

DP World to move headquarters to Expo City Dubai

DP World to relocate global head office to Expo City Dubai

The new head office provides a platform for clients and partners to engage with the port operator’s entire portfolio

RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

Dubai’s RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

The digital strategy implementation will be carried out over four phases spanning seven years

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Charging ahead: 63% of UAE residents want to drive EVs by 2025

The vast majority of UAE residents are keen to make the switch to electric vehicles sooner rather than later, according to a new survey.

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Dubai airport to serve 4.4 million passengers this festive season

Dubai International is preparing for an exceptional spike in guest numbers, with an estimated 279,000 passengers on December 22

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Dubai launches initiative to boost ease of doing business

The streamlined process contributes to bolstering Dubai’s competitiveness as a business-friendly destination

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - NOVEMBER 29: Technicians prepare a plenary hall at the UNFCCC COP28 Climate Conference the day before its official opening on November 29, 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The COP28 is bringing together stakeholders, including international heads of state and other leaders, scientists, environmentalists, indigenous peoples representatives, activists and others to discuss and agree on the implementation of global measures towards mitigating the effects of climate change. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

Here are 5 key takeaways from the COP28 climate summit

The agreement calls for countries to quickly shift energy systems away from fossil fuels in a just and orderly fashion

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READ IN FULL: Newest draft of COP28 agreement released

The latest draft of the COP28 summit has been published just as the climate summit has run into extra time, with delegates trying to strike a final deal.

Groundbreaking COP28 proposal calls for ‘transitioning away from fossil fuels’

In a first for the climate summit in three decades, a draft proposal looks to get 200 countries to agree to transition away from fossil fuels.

Dubai sets up fund to oversee government investments

Dubai sets up fund to oversee government investments

The newly established fund will hold stakes in entities including utility giant Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, toll operator Salik and Dubai Taxi Company

Dubai’s RTA unveils revamped Strategic Plan 2024-2030

Dubai’s RTA unveils revamped Strategic Plan 2024-2030

The plan is designed to facilitate the development of roads and transport systems that support the 20-minute city

Dubai plans to slash carbon emissions in half by 2030

Dubai plans to cut carbon emissions in half by 2030

The city’s ambitious plan is set to accelerate the momentum that it has achieved in its transition towards clean energy over the last decade

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Dubai Shopping Festival drone and light show returns to The Beach, JBR

The 800-piece drone shows will illuminate the skies with a symphony of colours and shapes, telling two exciting new stories through their display

Binance withdraws Abu Dhabi licence application

Binance withdraws Abu Dhabi licence application

The licence would have allowed the crypto exchange firm to manage a collective investment fund

From aerial taxis to smart streetlights: Dubai’s RTA green lights Dhs2.5bn in deals

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved a new set of ten public-private partnership developments for 2024-2026

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Daily Insider: As leaders head home, key COP28 negotiations start

At this year’s COP28, there have been some encouraging signs with the issues of health and food security making it onto the agenda for the first time. 

UAE Union Day 2023: Free parking, toll announced in Abu Dhabi

Free parking, toll announced in Abu Dhabi for Union Day

ITC said surface parking will be free during the holiday from Saturday, December 2, until 7:59 a.m. on Tuesday December 5

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Casino update: Dubai awards biggest island construction contract to house MGM, Bellagio

Located off the coast of Umm Suqeim, The Island is expected to feature major casino properties with 1,400 hotel rooms and apartments

IN FULL: Sir Tim Clark’s speech at Gulf Business Awards 2023

Sir Tim Clark addressed over 250 guests at the Palazzo Versace in Dubai after winning the Business Leader of the Year at the Gulf Business Awards 2023.

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Daily Insider: UAE’s new $30bn climate fund a good start

Money is rolling in to address climate change, but the real test for COP28 will emerge in the coming days as disparate parties try to come to agreements.

Dubai announces free parking and new bus and metro timings for 52nd Union Day Image RTA

Dubai announces free parking, new metro, bus timing for 52nd Union Day

RTA has introduced free public parking during the Union Day holiday, except for the multi-level parking terminals, from December 2-4

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Coffee Planet brews success with award recognitions

Coffee Planet has recently clinched four prestigious awards, capping a great year for the company.

WATCH: Sir Tim Clark on the ‘third era’ for Emirates

In an exclusive interview with Gulf Business, the president of Emirates, Sir Tim Clark, outlined how he expects his airline to continue its strong growth into the future.

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - NOVEMBER 29: Technicians prepare a plenary hall at the UNFCCC COP28 Climate Conference the day before its official opening on November 29, 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The COP28 is bringing together stakeholders, including international heads of state and other leaders, scientists, environmentalists, indigenous peoples representatives, activists and others to discuss and agree on the implementation of global measures towards mitigating the effects of climate change. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

COP28: Watch world leaders at World Climate Action Summit

While discussions and negotiations, happen behind closed doors, many parties hold sessions that are live streamed through the two weeks

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Daily Insider: All eyes on COP28 as climate crisis worsens

With the COP28 UAE summit kicking off in Dubai today, the world’s eyes will be laser focused on the outcomes of this gathering.

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COP28 UAE kicks off, as global climate action takes centre stage

Leaders must deliver in Dubai – the message is clear, said UN Climate Change executive secretary Simon Stiell on the eve of COP28

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SME Story: ZED, the e-hailing ride service, is focused on personalisation

We speak to Abhinav Patwa, the head of the e-hailing ride service, about its unique offerings and future plans

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Daily Insider: Dubai schools growth signals expat shift

Dubai’s schooling sector is growing strongly on the back of the city and emirate becoming a major magnet for professionals and families from across the globe.

Dubai RTA and Careem school rides service sees great demand Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai: School Rides service by Careem, RTA sees rising demand

The cost of the trip is 34.5 per cent less than the cost of the regular limousine services offered by Careem

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Cover story: How Dariush Soudi is driving transformation, inspiring action

The founder of Gladiator Mastery shares his story and tells us about his life’s mission to uplift and inspire those around him, offering great tips for personal and professional growth