UAE News
Abu Dhabi Duty Free launches e-Commerce portal
Thursday, June 30, 2016Passengers can select their desired items online and pick them up from designated collection points inside the store Abu Dhabi Duty Free has launched its website to enable travellers to browse and shop online from wherever they are, prior to their arrival at the airport. The online store, which initially offers around 1,000 of the… Abu Dhabi Duty Free launches e-Commerce portal
Emirates completes 33 aircraft makeovers in 12 months
Thursday, June 30, 2016The Emirates Aircraft Appearance Centre, the world’s largest aircraft painting facility owned by an airline, has completely stripped and repainted 33 aircraft last year, or 13% of its fleet. During the year, Emirates gave a fresh coat of paint to three Airbus A380s and 22 Boeing 777s, in addition to eight aircraft that were retired… Emirates completes 33 aircraft makeovers in 12 months
New mascot Mr. Burj all set to charm little ones at the World’s Tallest Building!
Wednesday, June 29, 2016Young visitors to the tallest building in the world, Burj Khalifa will now be greeted by Dubai’s latest debutant, Mr. Burj, the endearing official mascot of At The Top, Burj Khalifa SKY and At The Top, Burj Khalifa, the two popular observation deck experiences in the towering icon. A replica of Burj Khalifa, Mr. Burj… New mascot Mr. Burj all set to charm little ones at the World’s Tallest Building!
Eid Al Fitr holiday announced for the UAE’s private sector
Tuesday, June 28, 2016WAM — The Ministry of Labour has declared that the Eid Al Fitr holiday, as an official paid holiday for all private sector employees in the UAE, will be on the first and second days of Shawwal. This came in a Ministerial Circular issued by the Saqr bin Ghobash Saeed Ghobash, Minister of Human Resources… Eid Al Fitr holiday announced for the UAE’s private sector
e-registration now compulsory for all passengers at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Tuesday, June 28, 2016WAM — Abu Dhabi Airports Company today said that registration of passports for electronic use to improve passenger flow at Abu Dhabi International Airport is now compulsory. Smart Travel was launched in March to reduce by up to 70 per cent the time it takes for a passenger to clear the airport’s security checks. Travellers… e-registration now compulsory for all passengers at Abu Dhabi International Airport
UAE partners with World Economic Forum to host Annual Meeting for Shaping the Future in Nov. 2016
Monday, June 27, 2016WAM – The UAE government today signed an agreement with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to host the next four editions of the Annual Meeting for Shaping the Future. The first of these meetings will be hosted in Dubai on 13 and 14 November 2016, featuring 50 specialized councils and more than 700 experts with… UAE partners with World Economic Forum to host Annual Meeting for Shaping the Future in Nov. 2016
UAE attends first annual meeting of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank in China
Sunday, June 26, 2016WAM – The UAE participated in the first annual meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), the newly formed infrastructure development body, which was held from 25 – 26 June in Beijing, China. The Beijing meeting, attended by representatives of 57 member states, looked at measures to accelerate infrastructure… UAE attends first annual meeting of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank in China
HH Sheikh Mohammed says the nation’s cultural heritage is key to its prosperity
Thursday, June 23, 2016WAM – Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the UAE’s cultural heritage is key to its prosperity. His Highness also said that the country’s cultural heritage is an important factor in achieving its unique ambitions, and can inspire innovative… HH Sheikh Mohammed says the nation’s cultural heritage is key to its prosperity
Dubai International (DXB) expects 2m passengers over following two weekends
Thursday, June 23, 2016WAM — The annual summer travel peak is here and Dubai International (DXB) is gearing up to welcome nearly two million passengers over the two weekends of June 30 and July 7. The world’s number one hub for international passengers has lined up an exciting array of activities and deals – covering food, relaxation and… Dubai International (DXB) expects 2m passengers over following two weekends
Armenian grandmaster wins 21st Sharjah International Chess Championship
Wednesday, June 22, 2016WAM — Three players shared the first place at the 21st Sharjah International Chess Championship with 7.5 points. After using the tie-break system, Armenian grandmaster won the championship followed by Egyptian grandmasters Ahmed Adley and Bassim Amin. Three players shared the first place with 7.5 points. After using the tie-break system, Armenian grandmaster won the… Armenian grandmaster wins 21st Sharjah International Chess Championship
