He also mentioned that the Hamdan Innovation Incubator (Hi2) in Dubai SME served more than 38 start-ups from the UAE and across the GCC in 2018. Hi2 guides entrepreneurs through the idea development, …
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Dubai South free zones to offer freelance work permits
This new development reflects Dubai South and DACC’s commitment to help position the emirate as the most innovative business hub attuned to the modern needs of both companies and the workforce in line …
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Abu Dhabi slashes fees to boost tourism
In a bid to further boost tourism in Abu Dhabi, the emirate’s Department of Culture and Tourism cancelled one fee and reduced a few others. As part of the Abu Dhabi government’s accelerator programme …
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The Latest: Travel hub UAE suspends Boeing 737 Max 8, 9 jets
The General Civil Aviation Authority made the announcement Tuesday via the Emirates’ state-run WAM news agency. It comes as neighboring Oman says it will “temporarily suspend” all Boeing 737 Max aircr…
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UAE aviation authority to collect data on Ethiopian crash
DUBAI (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates’ civil aviation … according to statement carried by state news agency WAM. (This story corrects details after official correction from state news agency to …
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UAE, Oman suspend Boeing 737 MAX flights to and from its airports
The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) later said it had also banned the aircraft as a “precautionary measure” until further notice. It added in a statement carried by news agency WAM that …
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Tech, innovation driving fit-out business strategy
The UAE’s vibrant and multicultural population has inspired interior … innovation and technology and that is trending to new business strategies. “Our environment strongly influences our health outc…
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UAE- Tech, innovation driving fit-out business strategy
(MENAFN – Khaleej Times) The UAE’s vibrant and multicultural population has inspired interior designers and fit-out sector to adapt to changing tastes coupled with rising consumer demand that …
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Abu Dhabi to decrease tourism and municipality fees for hotels, exempt daily fees for long-term visitors
ABU DHABI – As part of the Abu Dhabi Government’s accelerator programme ‘Ghadan 21’, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, DCT Abu Dhabi, has announced strategic initiatives to further dr…
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Abu Dhabi to spend Dh500 million to attract more visitors
Abu Dhabi: Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) plans to spend Dh500 million as part of a marketing campaign to attract more visitors to the emirate, a top official said on …
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UAE aviation authority joins Ethiopian crash investigation
DUBAI (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates’ civil aviation … according to statement carried by state news agency WAM.
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The Greatest Showman star joins Dubai super show line-up
Are you a fan of The Greatest Showman to the point you know all the words off by heart? Then you’re going to love who is coming to perform at Dubai’s mega-gig later this month. Star of the hit musical …
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UAE developer unveils student homes plan in Sharjah mega project
Developer Arada is introducing a new investment opportunity after announcing the launch of Nest, an integrated student accommodation complex in its Sharjah mega project Aljada. The move will enable in…
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Abu Dhabi cuts fees to boost tourism, hospitality sectors
ABU DHABI (Reuters) – Abu Dhabi has reduced tourism-related fees to help the ailing hospitality sector and attract more visitors as the oil-rich emirate looks to diversify its economy. The Department …
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Abu Dhabi’s top oil and gas construction projects of 2019
Abu Dhabi’s active oil and gas projects are multibillion-dollar schemes that have a significant socio-economic impact in the UAE and beyond. The good news for engineering, procurement, and constructio…
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UAE Press: Special Olympics a celebration of humanity
ABU DHABI, 12th March, 2019 (WAM … are bringing this festival of fun and sporting activities here,” said Gulf News in an editorial on Tuesday. Already, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin …
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Dubai Refreshment Co’s 2018 profits drop 54% after VAT, excise tax
In the statement, Dubai Refreshment Company, which is the sole bottler and distributor for PepsiCo in the UAE, said that the company “was forced to pass these taxes to the consumer”. The implementatio…
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