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Middle East’s first net-positive mosque launched in Dubai

Equipped with 203 solar panels, the Majid Al Futtaim Mosque generates over 204,121 kWh of power annually, exceeding its energy needs by 115 per cent

ORO24’s Atif Rahman on elevating Dubai’s real estate game

Atif Rahman, the founder of ORO24 Developments, shares his approach to resilient growth, the importance of strategic planning, and his perspective on the future of the emirate’s real estate market

Emirates Group posts $2.8bn in 2024/25 half-year profit

Emirates Group posts record half-year profit on robust travel demand

The group’s revenues in the first six months of its financial year jumped by 5 per cent to $19.3bn (Dhs70.8bn)

Taxi-sharing pilot service launches between Dubai, Abu Dhabi

Taxi-sharing pilot service launches between Dubai, Abu Dhabi

The initiative aims to reduce transportation costs, ease traffic congestion, and offer a more sustainable travel option for commuters between the two emirates

New Dhs1bn fund targets reshaping UAE health, wellness

Announcing the Fund in Dubai at CLP’s new Longevity Hub, the clinic highlighted its GCC growth strategy

Dubai road development plan project being reviewed by Dubai Crown Prince HH Sheikh Hamdan courtesy WAM

How Dubai’s Dhs16bn mega road development plan will ease traffic

The Main Roads Development Plan for 2024-2027 includes 22 strategic projects across Dubai’s road network

Salik: New toll gates to be operational from Nov 24 Image Getty Images

Salik’s new toll gates: here’s where you’ll start paying from Nov 24

The installation of the Business Bay and Al Safa South toll gates, both of which are strategically positioned to manage traffic flow and enhance road safety

Imtiaz Developments launches Cove Edition 2 Residence in Dubailand

Imtiaz Developments launches Cove Edition 2 Residence in Dubailand

Cove Edition 2 Residence showcases modern architecture and a lifestyle-driven design, featuring fully furnished studios along with one- and two-bedroom apartments

Last chance for UAE overstayers as visa amnesty deadline extended

With immigration centres experiencing high turnout as the initial deadline approached, authorities decided to extend the grace period

Colm McLoughlin - Dubai Duty Free

Colm McLoughlin, Dubai Duty Free pioneer, passes away at 81

McLoughlin’s impact on Dubai Duty Free spanned 41 years, where he steered its growth from modest beginnings to a business generating over $2bn.

Dubai Government approves Dhs302bn budget for 2025-2027

Dubai government approves record-breaking budget

The expenditure for fiscal year 2025 alone is estimated at Dhs86.26bn, with revenues projected at Dhs97.66bn

Dubai: RTA awards Dhs696m contract to develop Trade Centre roundabout

RTA awards Dhs696m contract to develop Trade Centre roundabout

The improvements will reduce delay time from 12 minutes to 90 seconds, and cut travel time from Sheikh Zayed Road to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street from six minutes to one minute

Dubai, Abu Dhabi lead global talent entry rankings, reveals report image WAM

Dubai, Abu Dhabi lead global talent entry rankings, reveals report

As Dubai and Abu Dhabi continue to lead in attracting global talent, their focus on innovation and sustainability positions them as vital players in an evolving economic landscape

Trump International Golf Club Dubai tees up for breast cancer awareness

The day focused on raising awareness for breast cancer and supporting survivors

Join our Gulf Business tech, automotive panel on October 30

Join our tech and automotive panel on October 30

From electric vehicles to connected cars, the upcoming panel event offers an exciting opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders and engage in exciting discussions

Al Khail Road Development project completed; travel time to reduce by 30%

Al Khail Road Development project completed – travel time to reduce by 30%

The project is part of a initiative to enhance Dubai’s road network, particularly as a support corridor to major highways like Sheikh Zayed Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, and Emirates Road

Dubai SME H1 2024 performance highlights Image Getty-Images-1417041621

Dubai nears 100,000 new homes in 2024, says real estate firm

So far, 99,779 units have been launched this year, putting the market on track to beat the all-time high of 101,654 new homes in 2023

BNP Paribas to scrap Bahrain as Middle East HQ and cut jobs

BNP Paribas to scrap Bahrain as Middle East HQ and cut jobs

The move comes as competition intensifies between Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh for regional financial dominance

Dubai’s Nakheel awards Dhs5bn construction contract for Palm Jebel Ali villas

Dubai’s Nakheel awards Dhs5bn construction contract for Palm Jebel Ali villas

The three contracts were awarded to Ginco General Contracting, Shapoorji Pallonji Mideast, and United Engineering Construction Company

Interview: Essam Al Tamimi on building a regional legal powerhouse

Al Tamimi & Company has grown from a single office in Sharjah to become the largest law firm in the Middle East

Emirates NBD posts Dhs21.5bn in full-year profit

Dubai’s Emirates NBD posts flat net profit for Q3

Net profit for the July-to-September period was Dhs5.2bn, unchanged from the corresponding 2023 period

Bolt enters UAE market with Dubai Taxi tie-up

Bolt enters UAE market with Dubai Taxi tie-up

The partnership follows Bolt’s successful expansion in Saudi Arabia and Egypt

Emirates Airline chides Boeing over fresh 777X delays

Dubai’s Emirates Airline chides Boeing over fresh 777X delay

With the delay in Boeing 777X model, Emirates has been compelled to implement a costly retrofit program to extend the service life of its existing jets

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