UAE News
Investment toward airport security for region’s airports set to exceed USD 12.8 billion by 2023
Wednesday, March 8, 2017Airports across the Middle East, one of the fastest growing aviation sectors in the world, are driving investment to the tune of millions of dollars toward airport technology with a view to enhancing security and ensuring a seamless passenger experience. The region, led by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is expected to record over 4.8… Investment toward airport security for region’s airports set to exceed USD 12.8 billion by 2023
Winners of 5th Montegrappa Writing Prize declared at ongoing Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017
Tuesday, March 7, 2017Winners of the fifth Montegrappa Writing Prize were declared at the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017. Rebekah Heaney (What We Learnt at Number 9), Musfira Shaffi (Swiped Away), Jennifer Bromham (Pond), Farzeen Noorie Ashik (Rainbow Dorm Diaries) and Helga Jensen-Forde (Temptation at Tiffany’s) were presented their prizes by leading UK literary agent Luigi Bonomi,… Winners of 5th Montegrappa Writing Prize declared at ongoing Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017
Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017 in full swing up to 11 March
Tuesday, March 7, 2017Dubai welcomed authors from 33 nations to Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017. The Festival takes place over nine days from 3-11 March and is held during the UAE’s 2017 Month of Reading. Featuring more than 180 authors, including 70 authors from the UAE and the Arab World and 120 authors attending for the first… Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2017 in full swing up to 11 March
Margaret Paul appointed General Manager of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
Tuesday, March 7, 2017Margaret Paul has been appointed General Manager, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah and will oversee the management of 1,400 members of staff, 202 suites and nine F&B outlets. Margaret brings a wealth of experience to the role after spearheading Madinat Jumeirah – The Arabian Resort since 2012. In this role Margaret oversaw the resort’s four hotels… Margaret Paul appointed General Manager of Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
The legendary Russian rock group “Mumiy Troll” will perform in Dubai
Tuesday, March 7, 2017Auto Radio UAE and M Premiere are excited to present the legendary Russian rock group “Mumiy Troll” in concert for the very first time in Dubai. In celebration of the twentieth anniversary of their album “Morskaya”, one of the country’s most famous groups, Mumiy Troll, will perform at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Events Arena on… The legendary Russian rock group “Mumiy Troll” will perform in Dubai
Experience “your home away from home” – the new Metropolitan Hotel Dubai!
Tuesday, March 7, 2017The Metropolitan Hotel Dubai, one of city’s much-loved hotels since the late 1970’s, has reopened in a new location on Sheikh Zayed Road, after a three-and-a-half-year hiatus. Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, Founding Chairman of the Al Habtoor Group welcomed members of the media on Monday 6 March 2017. Guests got the opportunity to experience many… Experience “your home away from home” – the new Metropolitan Hotel Dubai!
Al-Futtaim Group launches second mixed use development in the UAE
Tuesday, March 7, 2017Al-Futtaim, one of the most progressive business houses in the Gulf region, has broken ground on the development of a 78,500 sq. metre site, which forms part of the Jebel Ali Development (JAD) mixed use master planned community. Al-Futtaim plans to expand its retail offering through the development of the new mall, located in… Al-Futtaim Group launches second mixed use development in the UAE
$1 billion Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi theme park set to open in 2018
Tuesday, March 7, 2017The Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi themed destination in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island is on track for its opening in 2018. Situated on Yas Island, one of the world’s leading business, leisure and entertainment destinations, the development will include the only Warner Bros. branded hotel alongside the immersive theme park. The first phase of the… $1 billion Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi theme park set to open in 2018
UAE economy expected to grow by 4% in 2017
Tuesday, March 7, 2017WAM — Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy, has predicted that the national economy will achieve a growth rate of between 3.5 to 4 percent during the current year amid activity and intensity of the performance of vital economic sectors. He noted this growth will be spurred by the country’s growing investment…
Sultan Bin Zayed 11th International Endurance Festival starts
Tuesday, March 7, 2017WAM — The Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan 11th International Endurance Festival began at Bhouteib International Endurance Village in AlKhatem City, Abu Dhabi, on Monday. The six-day race is being organised by the Emirates Heritage Club under the theme ”We lead future of endurance sport”. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin… Sultan Bin Zayed 11th International Endurance Festival starts
