TECOM Group, a member of Dubai Holding, announced its appointment to develop and operate the recently announced “Emirates Towers Business Park”. In accordance, the Group has appointed Fareed Abdulrahman Al Janahi as Chief Executive Officer of the …
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Most Dubai bosses ‘positive’ about Q3 business prospects
Business leaders in Dubai are more positive about their expectations of business conditions and business confidence in the third quarter of 2017, according to a new survey. The poll conducted by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry revealed that 39 …
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Philips Lighting first with renewable energy certificates in the Gulf region
Philips Lighting has announced the purchase of traceable renewable electricity from Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in Dubai. Through collaboration with ECOHZ, Philips Lighting is among the first …
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Dewa’s R&D facility set for 2020 launch
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) said work is progressing at a steady pace on its Research & Development (R&D) Centre being built at a cost of Dh500 million ($136 million) at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. Leading international …
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DEWA’s $136m R&D facility to be completed by 2020
RELATED ARTICLES: DEWA completes 88% of $46m water pipeline project | DEWA reviews progress of MBR Solar Park Phase 3 | DEWA awards contracts worth $25.9m for low-voltage cables Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s (DEWA) Research & Development (R&D …
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Al Tayer Motors opens its largest eco-friendly, multi-purpose facility in the UAE
including a 660kW rooftop solar power generating system, said the company. The system will be able to meet the power requirements of the facility and has the potential to supply electricity back into the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa …
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UAE touts film linking rival Qatar to 9/11 attacks
None was Qatari. Rami Khouri, a respected columnist and journalism professor at the American University of Beirut, wrote on social media that the situation showed that news outlets in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt were losing their credibility.
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UAE Vice-President meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince
Abu Dhabi: His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, met His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed …
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Abu Dhabi Ports said to weigh IPO amid UAE listing spree
Abu Dhabi National Oil Co selected underwriters and advisers for an IPO of its gas stations unit … newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE and the GCC straight to your inbox.
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Abu Dhabi Ports Weighs IPO Amid U.A.E. Listing Spree
Abu Dhabi Ports Co. is considering an initial public offering, joining a growing list of state entities in the United Arab Emirates seeking to sell shares, according to people familiar with the matter. The government-run ports operator has met with …
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As hedge funds bet on falling oil, traders see a different story
London: Hedge funds are still holding large bearish bets against oil and … is priced at $4.45 a barrel under the benchmark Dubai, the strongest pricing since the country started exporting it in June 2015. In the world of sweet crude, differentials …
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This is where the UAE economy is headed: CEOs
But despite all the current headwinds that may be putting pressure on the economy, business conditions in the UAE will remain positive for the rest of the year. That’s the sentiment gathered from the majority of heads of companies across the emirates.
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Traders Think Hedge Funds Are Missing a Trick With Oil
Hedge funds are still holding large bearish bets against oil and … is priced at $4.45 a barrel under the benchmark Dubai, the strongest pricing since the country started exporting it in June 2015. In the world of sweet crude, differentials for certain …
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Dubai conducts pioneering dental study of Emiratis
Dubai: A new study in the UAE has measured the teeth of several hundred Emiratis to boost the emirate’s level of orthodontic treatment. The study, which saw 521 dental casts taken from Emirati patients, found one main conclusion: that there are no …
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Dubai SME, DHL launch global expansion program for SMEs
Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has signed an agreement with DHL, a global express transport company, to launch the “Global Expansion Initiative for Small and Medium Enterprises …
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Dubai Police arrest 7,603 suspects wanted in financial cases, recover Dh2b
Dubai: Dubai Police arrested 7,603 people wanted for financial cases this year and recovered Dh2 billion, an official said on Monday. Major-General Khalil Ebrahim Al Mansouri, assistant commander-in-chief of Dubai Police for Criminal Investigation Affairs …
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UAE hotel upgrades wireless network and internet connectivity
The Bin Majid Beach Resort in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has upgraded its wireless coverage and Wi-Fi internet connectivity both indoors and outdoors after an increase in demand from guests had caused downtime. Get an expert look at the government’s …
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