Business
DIFC is now home to the first Equity Crowdfunding platform in the region
Monday, November 7, 2016WAM — Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, today became home to the first Equity Crowdfunding platform in the region, Eureeca.it. It is the first multi-regulated global Equity Crowdfunding platform, and has over 12,000 investors from 42 countries. It enables entrepreneurs and high growth businesses to raise much needed expansion capital and create new partnerships for… DIFC is now home to the first Equity Crowdfunding platform in the region
Emaar Malls records 16% growth in net profit to AED 1.42 bn in first nine months of 2016
Sunday, November 6, 2016WAM — Emaar Malls, the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by global property developer Emaar Properties, has recorded a net profit of AED 1.42 billion (US$ 387 million) during the first nine months (January to September) of 2016, an increase of 16 per cent over the same period last year at AED1.22 billion (US$…
HH Mohamed Bin Zayed attends inaugural Abu Dhabi CEO Roundtable
Sunday, November 6, 2016His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today attended the inaugural Abu Dhabi CEO Roundtable, at which 20 of the world’s leading oil and gas companies gathered to discuss strategies for future growth and how to stay competitive in the… HH Mohamed Bin Zayed attends inaugural Abu Dhabi CEO Roundtable
Etihad Airways extends digital reach; launches mobile Android app
Sunday, November 6, 2016Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has extended its digital reach with the introduction of a new mobile application for Android smartphones, enabling guests to manage their journeys with even greater ease. The new mobile app is simple and enjoyable to use, providing comprehensive trip management and giving guests the information they need… Etihad Airways extends digital reach; launches mobile Android app
Dubai Future Accelerators programme hosts top-notch events and high profile visitors in October
Sunday, November 6, 2016WAM– The Dubai Future Accelerators programme held several masterclasses and events in October, featuring successful high-profile experts, at its headquarters in Jumeirah Emirates Towers Offices. The Dubai Future Accelerators is an intensive 12-week programme that pairs top companies and cutting-edge entrepreneurs with powerful partners in Dubai to create breakthrough solutions together. It explores and develops… Dubai Future Accelerators programme hosts top-notch events and high profile visitors in October
MENA’s first carbon capture utilisation and storage project now on stream in Abu Dhabi
Sunday, November 6, 2016WAM — The first commercial-scale carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) facility in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is now operational and aims to sequester up to 800,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO?) per year, it was announced on Saturday. Developed by Abu Dhabi’s Carbon Capture Company Al Reyadah, a joint venture… MENA’s first carbon capture utilisation and storage project now on stream in Abu Dhabi
Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) receives the Inspiration Award for its achievements in the space sector locally and internationally
Sunday, November 6, 2016The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has participated in the World Space Risk Forum (WSRF) 2016, the global event that brings together a large number of international experts and specialists in the field of space industry from around the world. During the opening session, the forum rewarded MBRSC with the Inspiration Award, as Salem… Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) receives the Inspiration Award for its achievements in the space sector locally and internationally
Nine new marine transport stations along Dubai Water Canal, Business Bay to be launched
Sunday, November 6, 2016HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has directed to provide marine transport services along the Dubai Water Canal and the Business Bay once the Canal is open to link with the service in Dubai Creek and coastal areas of Dubai. In implementation of these… Nine new marine transport stations along Dubai Water Canal, Business Bay to be launched
20,000 students join Sheikh Mohammed as he hoists flag marking the UAE’s Flag Day today
Thursday, November 3, 2016WAM — In celebration of Flag Day, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, raised the UAE flag in Zabeel Park this morning in the presence of more than 20,000 school students, representing almost 120 different nationalities residing in the country. The Vice President, Prime Minister… 20,000 students join Sheikh Mohammed as he hoists flag marking the UAE’s Flag Day today
“Revealed” by Sofitel Exhibition
Thursday, November 3, 2016The international photography exhibition “REVEALED” by Sofitel to be shown for the first time in the Middle East between 27th October and 26th December 2016. A compelling photo print exhibition that takes an intimate look at the world’s greatest modern artists at work as they reveal themselves to the photographer. Olivier Widmaier Picasso, grandson of… “Revealed” by Sofitel Exhibition
