Environment & Energy | Thursday 7 January, 2021 10:58 am

Sharjah National Oil Corporation launches Gas Storage Project

Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) has announced the start-up of its new gas storage project. This follows a small-scale pilot phase using existing infrastructure that has been running since early 2017. The first gas was introduced to the project on 1st January 2021 following a turbulent...

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Government | Thursday 7 January, 2021 10:42 am

Dubai increases economic stimulus package to AED7.1 billion

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has launched an economic stimulus package worth AED315 ...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 7 January, 2021 10:39 am

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy becomes principal partner of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

 Masdar, host of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), on Thursday announced that Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy (DoE) will support the global platform for accelerating sustainable development as Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW’s) principal partner.The partnership will support...

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Technology & IT | Thursday 7 January, 2021 10:31 am

Sitecore Partners with Microsoft to Expand Digital Experience Platform Footprint in the UAE

 Availability of Sitecore Managed Cloud Services via Microsoft’s Middle East data centers in the UAE and through Azure App Service enables enterprises to accelerate personalized digital experience capabilities with speed, scale, and reliability.   Sitecore®, the global leader ...

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Technology & IT | Thursday 7 January, 2021 9:37 am

BenQ’s Latest Blended Education Solutions Ensure Quality and Healthy Learning

Real-Time and Immersive Blended Learning Experiences with ClassroomCareTM Interactive Flat Panel, Smart Projector and Eye-Care Monitor Dubai, United Arab Emirates:  Global leader in interactive display solutions, BenQ recently announced its K-12 Blended Education Solution that...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 6 January, 2021 2:56 pm

THE RITZ-CARLTON, DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE CELEBRATES ITS 10th ANNIVERSARY

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre is celebrating ten years of providing remarkable experiences in the heart of Dubai.  The luxury urban retreat is conveniently situated on Sheikh Zayed Road, just a short drive from Dubai International Airport, and only five minutes...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 6 January, 2021 2:26 pm

AlRaha AlSafi Food completes acquisition of first milling firm for $540 million

AlRaha AlSafi Food Co, consisting of Almutlaq Group, AlSafi Holding Co., Abunayyan Trading Co. and Essa Al-Ghurair Investment LLC, announced the completion of First Milling Company (MC-1) through the Phase-1 competitive tender of the Saudi flour mills privatisation for $540 million (SAR 2.03...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 6 January, 2021 2:20 pm

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer reviews progress at the hydroelectric power station in Hatta

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) visited the hydroelectric power station in Hatta to review work progress of the project, which is the first of its kind in the GCC region. The 250MW station will generate electricity by making use of the water...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 6 January, 2021 2:18 pm

DMCC’s Dubai diamond exchange to host six diamond tenders in January 2021

DMCC – the world’s flagship Free Zone and Government of Dubai Authority on commodities trade and enterprise – will host six diamond tenders in its Dubai Diamond Exchange, the world’s largest diamond tender facility, in January 2021. This follows a record-breaking tender hosted in December...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 6 January, 2021 1:57 pm

‘Digital ID’ service launched for Saudi citizens

The Saudi authorities have launched the digital versions of the national identity cards of Saudi citizens. The Interior Ministry, represented by the Civil Status Department, launched the service titled “Digital ID.” It can be accessed through “Absher Individuals” service at the...

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