Taiwan External Trade Development Council (Taitra) discussed ways to conserve energy in the UAE’s construction sector by employing cutting-edge technologies and deploying solar glass in buildings to make them self sufficient. The Taitra officials were …
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Solar Leads The Way As Renewables Grow Faster Than Expected (7 Charts)
Grid-scale solar energy is now under 3 cents per kilowatt-hour in some places around the world, including India, the United Arab Emirates, Chile, and Mexico. Strong government support for solar by China is also a significant contributing factor. “
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Stunning new low for solar PV as even IEA hails “age of solar”
Six of the seven lowest bidders offered prices below $US30/MWh. It compares with the previous low of $US25.40 for a solar plant in Dubai. In early 2016, a sub-$60/MWh solar offer – also in Dubai – was deemed “unachievable” by disbelieving energy …
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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News
Among her amenities is a spa therapy room, an outdoor sundeck cinema, two Jacuzzis and a 21m/69ft water slide to entertain up to 32 guests. The expansive main salon is a vibrant and contemporary space designed for effortless entertaining and relaxation …
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Abu Dhabi Ports Orders 3 New Tugs from Damen, Sanmar
Port developer and operator Abu Dhabi Ports ordered three new tugboats during the Seatrade Offshore Marine & Workboats Middle East 2017 (SOMWE) held in Abu Dhabi from September 25 to 27. The new tugs are said to be equipped with “the latest technology …
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B Conference Abu Dhabi presents “DreamTeam” as the General Sponsor of the Conference
Abu Dhabi will host a one-day Blockchain Conference that brings … as well as a constant stream of news plus coverage from attending some of the most prominent events within the sector.
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Finance Analyst – Energizer – Dubai Jobs
This Analyst role is responsible for providing the Finance and Controllership Manager and the local commercial team with timely and accurate financial information. You will give support and advice to enable the business to achieve its sales and profit …
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Commercial Bank of Dubai appoints new COO
Dubai: Commercial Bank of Dubai announced the appointment of C Krishna Kumar as its chief operating officer. Kumar joins CBD from his previous role as chief operating officer of Qatar Islamic Bank in Doha. He has over 25 years of experience in the banking …
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Ahmad Zeidan: Family hope for student’s UAE jail release
The family of a British student jailed in the United Arab Emirates are hoping for his release after his sentence was reduced from nine years to seven. Ahmad Zeidan was jailed in 2014 after 0.04g of cocaine was found in a car in which he was a passenger.
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Q3 2017 Dubai Residential Report: Downward Trend Continuation
Marginal price declines continue, averaging 1.2% year on year for apartments and 1.4% for villas/townhouses in Dubai during Q3 2017 • Average rents in Q3 2017 have declined at a faster pace than prices over the last twelve months • Property Monitor …
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Fake banknote man on flight home from Dubai
An Edinburgh man who was held in a jail in Dubai for three days over a forged banknote has begun his flight home. William Barclay had been accused of trying to exchange a fake £20 note during a family holiday. Although the incident happened last September …
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UAE authorities help debt-ridden Uzbek family
Ajman: An Uzbek grandmother and child rendered homeless in Ajman over non-payment of rent were on Wednesday helped by UAE authorities to return to their home country. The 71-year-old woman and nine-year-old child had been evicted from their apartment as …
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Dulquer Salmaan brings ‘Solo’ charm to Dubai
different stories are being told,” said Nambiar. Their attempt was to make a film that was not all style, but also with substance, he added. Read the full interview with Salmaan in Gulf News tabloid! soon. Solo is now showing in the UAE.
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VLOGTOBER DAY 4 ∙ TRIP TO THE APPLE STORE DUBAI MALL | Dee Mohamud – Dubai Video
I’ve been editing all night and home girl didn’t double check* In today’s vlog we went Macbook shopping at the Apple Store in the Dubai Mall where we scammed them into giving us 6% off on the laptop and a free pair of Beats Solo 3 Wireless!
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1,300 Malayali women bid for dance record in UAE
Dubai: From young girls to grandmoms, around 1,300 Malayali women in the UAE are gearing up for dancing their way into record books. They have been rehearsing in 40 different groups at homes, parks and other venues in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ajman and Al Ain for …
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Watch out for these 11 banned supplements in Dubai
The Dubai Municipality has issued a warning against the consumption of 11 slimming health supplements as they contain ingredients that are banned internationally. The advisory was shared by Dubai Municipality on their official Instagram handle. According …
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UAE Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News
Among her amenities is a spa therapy room, an outdoor sundeck cinema, two Jacuzzis and a 21m/69ft water slide to entertain up to 32 guests. The expansive main salon is a vibrant and contemporary space designed for effortless entertaining and relaxation …
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