UAE News
First net zero energy city in Dubai to showcase sustainable commitment during World Future Energy Summit 2017
Wednesday, January 11, 2017WAM — The Sustainable City, the first net zero energy city in Dubai and the Middle East’s first operational sustainable community, readies itself to host the 10th edition of the World Future Energy Summit 2017, WFES. The summit, to be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from 16th to 19th January, is being… First net zero energy city in Dubai to showcase sustainable commitment during World Future Energy Summit 2017
Olympic legend Bekele confirms appearance at Dubai Marathon on Jan. 20
Wednesday, January 11, 2017Just over three months since running the second fastest marathon time in history, Ethiopian Olympic legend Kenenisa Bekele has confirmed his appearance at the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon on January 20. The three-time Olympic gold medalist stormed to victory in the Berlin Marathon in September crossing the finish line in 2h:03m:03s, just six seconds short… Olympic legend Bekele confirms appearance at Dubai Marathon on Jan. 20
160 Selfies in 3 mins! Check out Huawei Mate 9’s New Guiness World Record
Tuesday, January 10, 2017Huawei broke the Guinness World Record for the most selfies taken with different people in three minutes. The image featuring 160 participants was captured using the Huawei Mate 9 with the iconic Burj Khalifa as a backdrop. The record breaking attempt took place at The Palace Hotel in Downtown Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As per… 160 Selfies in 3 mins! Check out Huawei Mate 9’s New Guiness World Record
My City Centre Masdar to bring convenient retail concept to its neighbourhood
Tuesday, January 10, 2017The Middle East and North Africa’s leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer, Majid Al Futtaim, continues its expansion and announces today a new AED 300 million project in Abu Dhabi – “My City Centre Masdar”. The new mall will be located in the heart of Masdar City, one of the world’s most sustainable urban… My City Centre Masdar to bring convenient retail concept to its neighbourhood
Al-Futtaim Motors looks to accelerate implementation of sustainable mobility
Tuesday, January 10, 2017Al-Futtaim Motors, leader in sustainable mobility and exclusive distributor of Toyota and Lexus in the UAE, will be taking part in the upcoming Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the largest gathering on sustainability in the Middle East, and a significant platform for international dialogue and cooperation, as the Official Transport Partner of the exhibition, set to… Al-Futtaim Motors looks to accelerate implementation of sustainable mobility
Annual sales at Dubai Duty Free reach Dhs6.673 billion (US$1.85 billion) in 2016
Tuesday, January 10, 2017Dubai Duty Free ushered in the new year by announcing annual sales of Dhs6.673 billion (US$1.85 billion) in 2016. Reflecting on the year at Dubai Duty Free, Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer said: “Overall, it has been a good year for the operation and I would like to thank H.H. Sheikh… Annual sales at Dubai Duty Free reach Dhs6.673 billion (US$1.85 billion) in 2016
Ticket sale picks up pace for Omega Dubai Desert Classic teeing-off 2nd Feb. – 5th Feb. 2017
Tuesday, January 10, 2017With the Omega Dubai Desert Classic fast approaching, the sale of tickets has picked up pace ahead of the 28th edition of the European Tour event that gets under way at Emirates Golf Club from February 2 to 5. Featuring Tiger Woods, world number two Rory McIlroy, The Open champion Henrik Stenson and The Masters… Ticket sale picks up pace for Omega Dubai Desert Classic teeing-off 2nd Feb. – 5th Feb. 2017
Nakheel and Thai Hotel Group Centara to build AED500 million beachfront resort with waterpark on Dubai’s Deira Islands
Tuesday, January 10, 2017WAM — Dubai-based developer Nakheel and Thai hotel group, Centara Hotels and Resorts, signed a joined venture agreement to create a 550-room, AED500 million beachfront resort with waterpark on Deira Islands in Dubai. Under the agreement, signed in Bangkok by Nakheel Chairman, Ali Rashid Lootah, and Centara Chairman, Suthikiati Chirathivat, the two companies will deliver… Nakheel and Thai Hotel Group Centara to build AED500 million beachfront resort with waterpark on Dubai’s Deira Islands
Preparations underway for 4th Arab-Russian Forum in Abu Dhabi on 1st February
Tuesday, January 10, 2017WAM — Permanent representatives of member states of the Arab League will hold a co-ordination meeting next Thursday at the pan-Arab organisation’s headquarters in Cairo to prepare for the fourth Arab -Russian Cooperation Forum, to be held at the level of foreign ministers on 1st February in Abu Dhabi, the League announced today. The meeting… Preparations underway for 4th Arab-Russian Forum in Abu Dhabi on 1st February
Longines presents another successful edition of the HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Endurance Cup
Monday, January 9, 2017Illustrious Swiss watchmaker, Longines, marked yet another successful presentation of the HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Endurance Cup, which took place on the 7th of January at the Dubai International Endurance City. Furthering its commitment to the equestrian arena, Swiss watchmaker Longines was once again the Presenting Partner and Official Timekeeper of His… Longines presents another successful edition of the HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Endurance Cup
