Business
Emirates airline sees brand value grow to $6.6 billion
Thursday, February 19, 2015The airline also retains its long standing position as the most valuable brand in the Middle East, and the most valuable airline brand. Dubai — Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, has reached the top 200 of the world’s biggest brands for the first time, according to the 2015 Brand Finance Global… Untitled
The move comes on the back of Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority’s (TCA Abu Dhabi) plans to court Chinese travellers
Thursday, February 19, 2015Yesterday, China Tourism Academy (CTA), which comes within the Chinese tourism ministry’s purview, and the Shanghai-based consultancy and outbound tour operator Select Holding issued the preferred partner certificate – Welcome Chinese – to more than 30 attractions and hotels. Among them were 25 hotels such as InterContinental Abu Dhabi and Royal Rose, five tourist attractions… Untitled
LUKOIL completes seismic survey at block 10 in Iraq
Thursday, February 19, 2015LUKOIL has finished its 2D seismic survey at Block 10 in southern Iraq. The seismic survey began in April 2014 and covered 2,000 linear kilometers. It was completed according to the highest standards six months ahead of schedule. The acquired seismic data will be processed and interpreted to identify promising sites for exploration drilling. The… Untitled
Drones to take centre stage at Idex 2015, Feb 22 to 26
Tuesday, February 17, 2015Drone makers are set to dominate next week’s global defence gathering in the capital as billions of dollars pour into designs for unmanned vehicles on land, air and sea. The organisers of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (Idex) have launched a dedicated exhibition for unmanned systems from around the world, in which 33 local… Untitled
Air Arabia posts record full year profit of Dh566m
Tuesday, February 17, 2015UAE’s only listed carrier says hedging strategy dragged down fourth quarter performance February 15, 2015 Dubai: Air Arabia, the UAE’s only listed airline, reported on Sunday a record full year profit for 2014 but blamed its hedging strategy for dragging down fourth quarter results. Annual profit was up 30 per cent to Dh566 million for… Untitled
Minister of Economy praises aviation sector
Tuesday, February 17, 2015Aviation passenger growth a reflection of UAE investment Dubai: The increasing number of people travelling through UAE airports is a reflection of the country’s investment in aviation infrastructure, said Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) in a statement on Sunday. Al Mansoori said Dubai… Untitled
MICE Arabia Congress scheduled for next week
Tuesday, February 17, 2015Garnering top-tier hospitality and travel suppliers from all over the world, the congress has over 50 MICE specialists confirmed. Dubai: The MICE Arabia Congress is back with a brand new location and even bigger event planned for 2015. Hosted on February 22, and 23 in Dubai, UAE, the congress is set to welcome over 300… Untitled
Retail, hospitality projects to drive UAE F&B market growth
Sunday, February 15, 2015Tourism will play a critical role in driving growth of retail and hospitality projects that feature food and beverage outlets, consultant says Dubai: The UAE’s food and beverage (F&B) market is expected to expand in the next four years on the back of new retail and hospitality projects. Mall of the Emirates is… Untitled
Take a trip down memory lane at Qasr Al Hosn
Sunday, February 15, 201511-day festival, which started with a national parade, commemorates iconic fort of Abu Dhabi and UAE heritage Abu Dhabi: His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and General Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander… Untitled
UAE government ahead of regional peers
Sunday, February 15, 2015The UAE government is ahead of the curve when it comes to governance among its regional peers, thanks to the leadership of the UAE, said Mari Kiviniemi, Deputy Secretary-General of OECD. Addressing The Government Summit in Dubai on Tuesday, she hailed the role of the government in order to stay ahead of the domain by… Untitled
