Property
Emaar hikes service fees by up to 46 per cent
Emaar Properties has raised service fees for its communities in Arabian Ranches, The Meadows and Hattan...
New Decree to regulate Industrial, Commercial Lands in DubaiVice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al...
Aldar Properties sold assets to Abu Dhabi GovernmentAldar Properties said on Tuesday it made no profit on the sale of property assets to the government for...
Economy
Ministry of Economy’s Customer Service Center serves 18,280 customers in 2009UAE Ministry of Economy reported that 18,280 customers were served by the Customer Service Center in...
Current Backdrop in Inflation could trigger Hyperinflation in two years from nowThe latest BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research report, titled “BofA ML Economics – Global Economic...
UAE Federal Government to support DubaiUAE finance minister said today that the federal government will support Dubai as it grapples with a...
Technology
Microsoft’s New TrueColor Technology brings Color to LifeTwo new LifeCams feature Microsoft Hardware’s latest technology and 720p HD sensors. Microsoft Corp....
Etisalat Yellow Pages iPhone app exceeds 10,000 downloadsMaking business listings more convenient for UAE’s iPhone users, Etisalat has now updated its popular...
Double-Take ® Software announces series of seminars with Microsoft and Intel on Recovery and Continuity for Hyper-V and Exchange 2010Events in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Provide Opportunities To See Latest Virtualization, Unified Communications...
Oil & Gas
Current levels of Oil Prices “acceptable and reasonable” for Producers & ConsumersCurrent levels of oil prices in the range of 70-80 dollars per a barrel are ”acceptable and reasonable”...
Asia-Pacific Oil and Gas Pros Lead Industry in Workplace Adoption of Social Media, Reports Microsoft-Accenture PollFindings reveal Europe, Middle East and Africa on board mostly for finding resources; the Americas value...
Dubai Mercantile Exchange hits new records in open interest and physical deliveryThe Dubai Mercantile Exchange (DME) announced today that a new record total open interest of 19,867...
Services
Ministry of Economy’s Customer Service Center serves 18,280 customers in 2009UAE Ministry of Economy reported that 18,280 customers were served by the Customer Service Center in...
Capital Club post client growth and an expansion of services despite the downturnCapital Club Dubai, the region’s premier private business club and a member of the ENSHAA group...
Local Businesses Urged to Plug Gaps in Risk ManagementBusinesses and institutions in the Middle East are being urged to incorporate strategy into organisational...
Telecom
Etisalat and Comviva start long-term global partnership for mobile value added solutionsPartnership Focused on Delivering State-of-the-Art Value Added Services to Etisalat Customers Worldwide Reinforces...
Etisalat Yellow Pages iPhone app exceeds 10,000 downloadsMaking business listings more convenient for UAE’s iPhone users, Etisalat has now updated its popular...
Etisalat leads the way for a digitally connected future; partners Broadband Global Summit 2010As the Strategic Operator Partner, Etisalat participated in the Broadband Global Summit 2010, one of...
Exhibitions
ENOC to showcase green initiatives at Dubai International Peace ConventionEmirates National Oil Company (ENOC) is showcasing its green initiatives and the company’s corporate...
Dubai International Horse Fair offers an unforgetable day out for horse enthusiastsFashion Shows with Bedazzled Bridles, Dressage Displays and the Latest in Equine Care Products Provide...
GCC likely to see 48 new hotels in 2010New research shows that 48 hotels with 14,178 rooms set to open in 2010 and industry experts will discuss...
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Architecture
Godwin Austen Johnson expands design team following growth of regional contractsLeading architecture practice eyes opportunities in Middle East and North Africa Godwin Austen Johnson...
Greater Knowledge Transfer on Sustainability in Construction IndustrySustainability cannot be generalized, but should integrate histories, geographies and traditions, including...
Burj Dubai InteriorsA fountain on the 157th floor Read More →
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Industries
Cylingas wins ISO9001:2008 certification for world-class quality standardsCylingas, a subsidiary of Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) that specializes in providing infrastructure...
Investing in the UAE: GE and ADAT Expand Gas Turbine Repair Services Capabilities in the Middle EastGulf Turbine Services L.L.C Joint Venture in Abu Dhabi Adds Advanced Technology Bucket Repairs GE (NYSE:...
Emaar Industries & Investments celebrates opening of new state-of-the-art plant by Dynergy TechnologiesNew manufacturing facility in TechnoPark to drive expansion of Dynergy Technologies, a subsidiary...
Construction
Gulf Aluminium Council LaunchedThe Gulf Aluminium Council (GAC), that represent, promote and protect the interests of the aluminium...
Godwin Austen Johnson expands design team following growth of regional contractsLeading architecture practice eyes opportunities in Middle East and North Africa Godwin Austen Johnson...
Emaar Middle East commences construction of second residential village in Al Khobar LakesContract for the first phase of Al Ghadeer Village awarded to the Building Construction Company Villas...
Energy
Two Independent Power Plants in Kurdistan Featuring GE Technology Will Help Meet Northern Iraq’s Growing Energy DemandsLatest Projects to Help Avoid Power Shortages in the Region GE (NYSE:GE) today announced the signing...
POWER-GEN Middle East 2010 Conference open for submissionsThe Advisory Board of POWER-GEN Middle East – the leading conference & exhibition for the power...
World Future Energy Summit strengthens position as platform for progressing future energy globallyThis is the centre of the clean energy revolution that is going on around the world, says Ed Milliband,...
Media
World’s Media Leaders Gather at Inaugural Abu Dhabi Media SummitSummit to Focus on Emerging Media in Fast-growing Economies of Middle East, Africa & Asia invited...
ASDA’A Burson-Marsteller unveils largest-ever Arab Youth SurveyYoung people in the Middle East prioritise living in a democracy, followed by having good infrastructure,...
UAE Golf Online continues to grow
After a successful first year online with the website and the launch of the interactive digital UAE...
Transportation
UAE Logistics sector is on the right track, says SchröderThe first Global Logistics Forum commenced successfully in the presence of His Excellency Gerhard Schröder,...
Traffic Accidents Mortality Rate in Dubai drop from 21 to 12.7 cases per 100k of populationH.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of Roads & Transport Authority...
Global Logistics Forum tackles Middle East logistics opportunitiesHE Abdulla Rashed Al Otaiba to address high-level government officials and UAE logisticians on 15th March ...
Automotive
Classic Recreations announces New Dealer for theMiddle East: Tradimpex FZEUAE Dealer will bring highly-anticipated bespokeShelby G.T.500CR to the Gulf When the all-new Shelby...
Leading local rental company offers a new rental dimensionFast Rent A Car adds Haima to its rental fleet Fast Rent A Car, the UAE’s leading locally-owned vehicle...
Models from the past share stage with latest arrivals at Commercial Vehicles Middle EastCreating industry focal point in Dubai with new vehicle spotlight, three-day exhibition and conference...
Aviation
Jazeera Airways biggest ever sale – Don’t miss out for summer!Jazeera Airways, the Middle East’s leading regional carrier, is launching it s biggest ever sale::...
Enjoy the delights of Tokyo, even before you arriveEmirates produces new Japanese menu to celebrate the launch of Narita In celebration of the launch of...
SWISS posts black-ink results despite harsh headwindsSwiss International Air Lines (Group) achieved an operating profit of CHF 146 million for 2009, despite...
Hospitality
GCC likely to see 48 new hotels in 2010New research shows that 48 hotels with 14,178 rooms set to open in 2010 and industry experts will discuss...
W Hotels’ European Flagship W Barcelona celebrates its official launchW Hotels Worldwide, the hotel category buster and industry innovator, recently celebrated the official...
City Seasons Group of Hotels unveils newly refurbished rooms in the CapitalCity Seasons Group of Hotels has recently unveiled a total of 120 stylish rooms and 60 luxurious suites...
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International Property
Emaar Middle East commences construction of second residential village in Al Khobar LakesContract for the first phase of Al Ghadeer Village awarded to the Building Construction Company Villas...
Pan-Arab property valuation Foundation receives official approvalA Land Department-led initiative to create an Arab world-wide valuation institute and introduce uniform...
Emaar Misr showcases smart homes and offices with ‘Intelligent Real Estate’ concept at Cairo ICT ExhibitionEmaar Misr, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Emaar Properties PJSC, introduced the ‘Intelligent Real...
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Trade
Jacky’s Electronics drives up retail expansionNew outlet in Mirdif City Centre targets fast-growing population of residents within the area Capitalising...
Dubai Export Academy sharpens exporter negotiation skillsThe Dubai Export Academy, under the Dubai Export Development Corporation (EDC), an agency of the Dubai...
Abu Dhabi Customs cooperates with US Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs EnforcementOrganises workshop on Cross-Border Cash Disclosure Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Khalifa...