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ABU DHABI AIRPORT SELECTS SITA TECHNOLOGY FOR NEW 30 MILLION PASSENGER TERMINAL
Thursday, May 14, 2015SITA to provide integrated end-to-end passenger and airport management solutions ABU DHABI, 12 MAY 2015 – SITA’s advanced technology will set the foundation for Abu Dhabi International Airport’s new Midfield Terminal, which will serve an estimated 30 million passengers annually from July 2017. In a five-year deal announced today, the air transport IT specialist will… ABU DHABI AIRPORT SELECTS SITA TECHNOLOGY FOR NEW 30 MILLION PASSENGER TERMINAL
Aviation, tourism to account for 47 per cent of Dubai’s economy
Thursday, May 14, 2015Contribution of the tourism sector to the local economy of Dubai accounts for about 20 per cent or AED83bn in 2015 The contribution of the aviation and tourism sectors to the GDP of Dubai is expected to reach 47 per cent in 2015, reports UAE-based Al Bayan. This is equivalent to AED 196 billion, compared… Aviation, tourism to account for 47 per cent of Dubai’s economy
Dubai Airports to make automated announcements in 25 languages
Thursday, May 14, 2015The new system will standardise all boarding announcements, which will provide better voice quality, making it easier for passengers to receive the information they need. Dubai Airports has introduced a new initiative to cater to its growing global passenger base at both Dubai International and Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central, DWC, by making… Dubai Airports to make automated announcements in 25 languages
Abu Dhabi Development Fund will participate in the VIII Astana Economic Forum
Wednesday, May 13, 2015Abu Dhabi Development Fund will participate in the VIII Astana Economic Forum Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kazakhstan to the United Arab Emirates Kairat Lama Sharif handed over the official invitation to the Director General of the Abu Dhabi Development Fund (ADFD) Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi to attend the VIII Astana Economic Forum. The invitation has… Abu Dhabi Development Fund will participate in the VIII Astana Economic Forum
Arabian oryx an index to health of environment
Wednesday, May 13, 2015Reintroduction of extinct oryx by breeding programme a miracle, official says Abu Dhabi: “The Arabian oryx is not only a symbol of cultural heritage but it also helps the quality of our natural environment that immediately affects the lives of human beings,” a senior official told a leading daily. Being a large herbivorous animal, the… Arabian oryx an index to health of environment
Jetman and sidekick tear up Dubai skies at breakneck speed
Wednesday, May 13, 2015(AFP) / 13 May 2015 “Yves’ and Vince’s flights over Dubai will help them further develop the Jetman wing and implement technological changes to advance their dream for human flight,” a statement from the organisers said. Dubai: Two daredevil stuntmen have treated Dubai residents to a world-first aerial display, tearing through the skies above the… Jetman and sidekick tear up Dubai skies at breakneck speed
Carolina Herrera In Dubai
Wednesday, May 13, 2015Carolina Herrera and Carolina Herrera de Baez mark the launch of their fragrance, Herrera Confidential by a trip to Dubai Designer Carolina Herrera and her daughter, Carolina Herrera de Baez will travel to Dubai for the launch of the most premium fragrance collection, Herrera Confidential. Together, they will celebrate the collection at several events during… Carolina Herrera In Dubai
Media Zone Authority Delegation attends Cannes to promote Abu Dhabi as filming hub
Wednesday, May 13, 2015Abu Dhabi-UAE: 13 May 2015: A delegation from the Media Zone Authority – Abu Dhabi will attend the Cannes Film Festival to promote the UAE capital as a filming and production hub. The world-renowned Festival, which screens new films of all genres from around the world, takes place from 13 – 24 May 2015 in… Media Zone Authority Delegation attends Cannes to promote Abu Dhabi as filming hub
Russian Fair in Dubai
Wednesday, May 13, 2015Starting from coming Saturday May 16, 2015 Wafi City will host an exciting event – Russian Fair “The Yarmarka a la Russ”. This cultural and entertainment event will showcase an exciting selection of offerings. Guests will have an opportunity to enjoy free tasting of Russian cuisine, purchase famous novels of Russian literature and world-known Russian… Russian Fair in Dubai
Announcements at ATM 2015 unveil continual enhancements to Dubai’s destination offering
Tuesday, May 12, 2015Announcements at ATM 2015 unveil continual enhancements to Dubai’s destination offering A series of key announcements at this year’s Arabian Travel Market demonstrate strong continued growth in tourism within Dubai says Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism). Issam Kazim CEO of Dubai Tourism said: “The scale, diversity and quality of what is to… Announcements at ATM 2015 unveil continual enhancements to Dubai’s destination offering
