UAE News
Dubai to build world’s first 3D printed office
Tuesday, May 24, 2016WAM — Plans have been revealed today in Dubai for the world’s first fully functional 3D printed building, an ambitious move that will establish the UAE’s position as the global centre of technology in architecture, construction and design. Speaking on the occasion, Mohamed Al Gergawi, Chairman of the UAE National Innovation Committee, said that the… Dubai to build world’s first 3D printed office
IRENA celebrates first five years, looks ahead to next five
Tuesday, May 24, 2016WAM – Tonight at its headquarters in Masdar City, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) gathered Member State representatives, international stakeholders and local leaders to celebrate its fifth year of operations. Since its first Assembly, 80 additional countries have joined the Agency bringing its total membership to 148, with 28 more countries in the process… IRENA celebrates first five years, looks ahead to next five
Bollywood Parks™ Dubai, the world’s first Bollywood themed park unveils its star studded attractions
Monday, May 23, 2016Experience the action, music, drama and more recreated from some of Bollywood’s biggest blockbusters! Bollywood Parks™ Dubai, the first of its kind Bollywood themed park in the world, and a part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, set to be the region’s largest integrated theme park destination on its opening in October 2016, today presented an… Bollywood Parks™ Dubai, the world’s first Bollywood themed park unveils its star studded attractions
UAE trade delegation concludes fruitful visit to Hong Kong
Monday, May 23, 2016by Rasha Abu Baker HONG KONG, 21st May, 2016 (WAM) — A high-profile UAE trade delegation, led by Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy, has concluded a two-day visit to Hong Kong, where they participated in a major summit and held meetings with key figures in the Hong Kong financial sector. The visit… UAE trade delegation concludes fruitful visit to Hong Kong
Expo 2020 to host International Planning Meeting
Monday, May 23, 2016(WAM) — Expo 2020 Dubai will host its first International Planning Meeting (IPM), organised with the involvement of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), the governing body for World Expos. The two-day meeting, opening tomorrow, Monday, will bring together representatives of nations from around the world. At this meeting, Expo 2020 Dubai will host government… Expo 2020 to host International Planning Meeting
14th Annual Global Communication Conference on Dugongs, Seagrass kicks off at Zayed University
Monday, May 23, 2016(WAM)– The 14th annual Global Communication (GlobCom) Conference on Dugong and Seagrass kicked off today at Zayed University in Abu Dhabi campus under the theme: “Building Global Communication Networks for a Cause”. Professor Reyadh Al Mehaideb, Vice President of Zayed University, inaugurated the conference, which will run until Monday, to link students from around 16… 14th Annual Global Communication Conference on Dugongs, Seagrass kicks off at Zayed University
Dubai Municipality signs AED 1.8 billion contract for Dubai Conference Centre /Arena/
Monday, May 23, 2016(WAM) — In accordance with the approval of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Municipality has announced that it awarded the Dubai Conference Centre (Arena) project at a cost of AED 1.8 billion. The announcement was made during… Dubai Municipality signs AED 1.8 billion contract for Dubai Conference Centre /Arena/
Starwood expands presence in the UAE with the signing of Four Points by Sheraton Ras Al Khaimah
Tuesday, May 17, 2016Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced the signing of Four Points by Sheraton Ras Al Khaimah with Hamarain Real Estate LLC. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2019, the hotel will be Starwood’s first property in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah and the fourth Four Points by Sheraton in… Starwood expands presence in the UAE with the signing of Four Points by Sheraton Ras Al Khaimah
Passenger traffic at DWC surges 79.8 per cent in Q1
Tuesday, May 17, 2016Passenger traffic at DWC surges 79.8 per cent in Q1 Dubai, UAE – May 12, 2016 – Passenger traffic at Dubai World Central surged 79.8 per cent in the first quarter of 2016 according to the quarterly traffic report issued today by operator Dubai Airports. Dubai’s second airport welcomed 257,813 passengers during the first three… Passenger traffic at DWC surges 79.8 per cent in Q1
Emirates Airline offers Visa Checkout to book flight tickets
Sunday, May 15, 2016Emirates Airline customers in 15 countries can now use Visa Checkout with any Visa debit or credit card or other branded cards to purchase Emirates travel products Emirates Airline, the world’s largest international airline, will now offer Visa Checkout, the online checkout service by Visa (NYSE: V), a global payments technology company, allowing shoppers to… Emirates Airline offers Visa Checkout to book flight tickets
