The metro, which opened in September 2009 and comprises the red and green lines, has cost Dh41bn to build and operate, according to a report by Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Henley Bus…
( read original story …)
14,000 homes added to Dubai’s property market so far in 2018
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has revealed that 47 new real estate projects have been completed in the emirate in the first eight months of 2018. The completed projects added 14,000 properties to the Du…
( read original story …)
9,249 fake products seized, 1,456 fines issued in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (DED) seized 9,249 fake products and issued 1,456 fine tickets in the second quarter of 2018, it said on Saturday. The department …
( read original story …)
UAE’s earliest mosque found in Al Ain
Abu Dhabi: Archaeologists from the Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi have discovered several falaj (irrigation waterways), at least three buildings and, more significantly …
( read original story …)
Dubai inks deal with Los Angeles to drive foreign investment
Under the terms of the agreement, Dubai and Los Angeles will promote and facilitate cooperation between business communities of both cities to drive foreign direct investment and development. The two …
( read original story …)
Sharjah ruler issues decree to establish performing arts academy
The new decree stipulates that the Academy will enjoy financial and administrative independence and will be owned by the Government of Sharjah, state news agency WAM reported. The new Academy aims to …
( read original story …)
UAE uses AI to map its solar potential
A newly created Artificial Intelligence Lab created by the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment will use artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to identify concentrated solar energy locatio…
( read original story …)
Why you could face arrest if you drink alcohol on plane to Dubai or Abu Dhabi
Manchester Evening News – 06:26 AM GMT September 07, 2018 Trio of Abu Dhabi banks in merger talks The Financial Times – 08:22 AM GMT September 04, 2018 Louvre Abu Dhabi delays unveiling of Leonardo’s …
( read original story …)
How the Sustainable Development Goals can help UAE firms unlock their potential
The UAE government formed a National Committee … actionable and measurable business goals. So, how can they change this? Companies can begin by trying to ensure the proper implementation of …
( read original story …)
Hindujas eyeing UAE for global HQ, seek to acquire local bank
In the UAE, the group has diversified business interests ranging from petrochemicals, and finance to bus/truck manufacturing. In Ras Al Khaimah, the group’s Ashok Leyland operates a commercial vehicle …
( read original story …)
UAE issues over 500,000 business licences so far in 2018, up 9%
Dubai and Abu Dhabi account for 85% of UAE business licences issued in the first eight months of 2018.A total of 532,000 business licences were issued across the UAE by the end of August, a 9 percent …
( read original story …)
Leading Middle Eastern Fund Fights Flood of Money
… bank with a fund management arm in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Since December of 2017, he has been the lead portfolio manager of the $350 million Arqaam Value fund (Arqaam means numbers in Arabic …
( read original story …)
Hinduja Group opens talks to pick up equity in UAE bank
“We had many options offered to us in the UAE financial services — we never know what will follow in your lap. You have to look for synergies, you have to do due diligence. The institutions we …
( read original story …)
Free parking days over in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: Beginning Saturday, all public parking spaces in the Abu Dhabi island are paid parking zones for six days. Free parking in the capital came to an end on Friday, September 7, following …
( read original story …)
Dubai-based artists join hands for Kerala
Dubai: More than a dozen Dubai-based artists … a doodle and mural artist, told Gulf News. The artwork showed Theyyam, a famous ritual art form that originated in north Kerala, bringing folklore …
( read original story …)
Dubai Has Mandated All Buildings Must Be 25% 3D Printed By 2025
For example, a Dubai-based construction firm called Cazza Technologies aims to build a 3D-printed skyscraper in the city and start working on it by 2023. Chris Kelsey, the company’s CEO, also wants to …
( read original story …)
Lindsay Lohan planning to open island resort in Dubai
Lindsay Lohan is planning to launch an island resort in Dubai called Lindsayland after the “Mean Girls” star’s managed to find success as a hospitality entrepreneur, with multiple clubs in Greece. In …
( read original story …)