The UAE space agency and Russian counterpart Roscosmos have signed … Krikalev said the two space agencies would collaborate in the testing and development of space equipment and technology aboard the International Space Station (ISS) launched into …
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MEVP and Alabbar launch $250m technology investment fund
which has seen a significant rise in demand for technology products and services over the past few years, in line with other parts of the world. “Digitisation is the way to go,” said Mr Alabbar, who is also the chairman of the UAE’s top listed real …
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Abu Dhabi’s Etihad appoints ex-British defence official as group CEO
DUBAI (Reuters) – Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Aviation Group appointed Tony Douglas, previously a senior official at Britain’s Ministry of Defence, as chief executive, the airline conglomerate said on Thursday. Douglas replaces veteran Australian CEO James Hogan …
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Abu Dhabi sees 13% jump in hotel guests during August
with the Chinese now becoming Abu Dhabi’s largest overseas source market, heading India and the UK. Subscribe to Arabian Business’ 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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UK defense procurement chief to resign for job in Abu Dhabi
LONDON — Britain’s top defense procurement official has resigned after little more than two years in the post, and is heading to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to run the Etihad Aviation Group. Tony Douglas, the chief executive at the Defence …
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Abu Dhabi health-care provider to recruit 2,000 nurses
The new recruits will help the emirate’s public health-care provider, the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (Seha), meet international nurse-to-patient ratios, said Aisha Al Mahri, allied health group director at Seha Nursing, told Gulf News.
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Abu Dhabi hotel guests up 13pc in August
A total of 426,912 guests stayed at Abu Dhabi’s 166 hotels and hotel apartments in August … reported Wam, the Emirates official news agency. Occupancy stood at 68 per cent during the period, the report said. Saif Saeed Ghobash, director-general …
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Abu Dhabi hosts ‘Qatari’s policies dangers on region’ conference
Wednesday while participating in the ‘Qatari’s policies dangers on the region’ conference held in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The conference was presented by Egyptian writer Adel Hamouda, Al Jazeera English former office manger Mohamed Fahmy, Yousef Albinkhalil …
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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka trophy unveiled in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: The trophy unveiling of Pakistan’s three-match Test … Replying to a question asked by Geo News, Sarfraz Ahmed said that all players are perfectly fit and ready to play against Sri Lanka. When asked about playing without Misbah and Younis …
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Former World’s Heaviest Woman Eman Ahmed Dies In Abu Dhabi
Burjeel Hospital official said in Abu Dhabi and confirmed the news adding numerous co-morbid conditions which included the heart diseases and Disney dysfunction which resulted to her sudden death. After she is moved to Abu Dhabi on May 4 th a team of 20 …
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Here are 8 of the best business lunch deals in Dubai
Breakfast is often described as the most important meal, but there’s no denying the power of a decent lunch to help get you through the working day. Fortunately, many restaurants in Dubai make the job easier by offering a business lunch menu.
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Up to 90% discount at this mega warehouse sale in Dubai
Dubai: A retail conglomerate which carries several international brands is opening its Dubai warehouse to bargain hunters for the first time, in an apparent bid to clear out excess inventory. Landmark Group announced on Thursday that its first ever “Big …
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UAE sets up council to link education to private sector needs
The UAE government has set four main pillars to achieve this strategy – quality, efficiency, innovation and harmonisation. Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE and the GCC …
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More and More Expats Move to the UAE for the Long Haul: HSBC Report
The UAE came 10th overall, ranking fifth for economics … exceptional educational opportunities with best of universities and institutions, conducive business environment and fertile job market. All of these are backed by the great vision of the leaders …
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UAE university publishes blueprint for new neighbourhoods
UAE academics have urged real estate developers to pay more attention to sustainable urban design, warning that too often in schemes, public facilities are located inconveniently far away from homes. A paper produced by a United Arab Emirates University …
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Cigar traders fear new tax rules could price them out of business
One UAE Cuban cigar distributor … “There is a real concern we will lose a lot of business, and there is uncertainty about what will happen in future as occasional smokers may be priced out of the market altogether.”
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Why UAE is among the top 10 best places for expats
Associate Business Editor of Khaleej Times, is a well-connected Indian journalist and an economic and financial commentator. He has been in the UAE’s mainstream journalism for 35 years, including 23 years with Khaleej Times. A post-graduate in English and …
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