The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an has today revealed the 10 winning teams for the fourth cohort of its Ma’an Social Incubator that will see social entrepreneurs develop their original ideas into sustainable solutions…Continue Reading
Meet Laura Everest – The Epitome Of Resilience
Meet Laura Everest – The Epitome Of Resilience I was fortunate to connect with Laura on Zoom. I have to admit, what followed was one of the most inspiring conversations I have ever had. Her…Continue Reading
Exhilarating Escapes Available This Eid Al-Fitr On Yas Island
Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading leisure and entertainment destinations,will be the perfect place staycation destination for UAE residents to celebrate during Eid al-Fitr. Guests can book one, two, or three nights…Continue Reading
The Role Of Community Placed Under The Spotlight
Participants from the UAE, Bahrain, India, the UK and numerous locations in Europe and North America, including Canada and Hawaii are set to take part in an online conversation on the role of community on…Continue Reading
How Link Building Has Evolved Over The Years
Few SEO techniques have advanced as much as connection building in the complex digital marketing discipline of search engine optimization. What once was a spam-filled disaster of link pyramids, spinning material, automated junk mail articles,…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Launches Sale To Athens From AED 995 Return In Economy
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has launched a sale on fares to Greece, as travellers from the UAE are not required to quarantine on arrival. Fly from Abu Dhabi to…Continue Reading
Daman Rolls Out Its Smart Branches For All Members
The National Health Insurance Company – Daman has launched virtual branch services, named Daman smart branches, for all 2.5 million members of the leading health insurer, following the successful roll out of the service for…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Announce Landmark Partnership With Leading Esports Team Nigma
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, today announced a landmark partnership with World Champion Esports team,Team Nigma, the organisation founded by The International 7 champions. Nigma will be the first esports team ever…Continue Reading
Yas Island Shows Solidarity With India As W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island Displays The Indian Flag
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s premier leisure and entertainment hub, is lighting up in solidarity with the people of India as the country faces a record surge in Covid-19 cases. In light of the current situation,…Continue Reading
ADNOC Stands With India During COVID-19 Fallout
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) HQ lit up this evening with the colours of the Indian flag in solidarity with the Republic of India as it responds to a second COVID-19 wave. On…Continue Reading
ADCB PJSC Reports First Quarter 2021 Net Profit Of AED 1.121 Billion
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC (“ADCB” or the “Bank”) today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2021 (“Q1’21”). Strong financial performance driven by aggressive cost management discipline, significantly higher non-interest income and…Continue Reading
Hasnae Taleb: An Entrepreneur With Pizzaz
HasnaeTaleb: An Entrepreneur With Pizzaz Let us start from the very beginning. At the tender age of 17, Hasnae participated in an international competition and was fortunate to be selected from Morocco to attend the…Continue Reading
Winners Announced For 15th Sheikh Zayed Book Award
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, the Sheikh Zayed…Continue Reading
Ataya’s Unique Online Shopping Destination Launches, Showcasing Talented International Designers
Annual charity initiative, Ataya, has launched its new online shopping destination today, celebrating creativity that makes a difference. Organized by Emirates Red Crescent, Ataya has become a pillar of the Abu Dhabi cultural calendar and…Continue Reading
Saudi Tenor Marwan Fagi Kicks Off Abu Dhabi Festival’s Ramadan Series In Dazzling Performance Of AteehuFika (Lost In You)
As part of its exclusive commissions and productions, and in partnership with Lead Partner Mubadala Investment Company (“Mubadala”), the 18th edition of Abu Dhabi Festival (ADF), themed “The Future Starts Now”, launched on Tuesday with…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena To Host The FINA World Swimming Championships (25M) In December
Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) announced the capital city is to host the 15th FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) in December for the first time in history and, in an exciting development, with less than…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Starts IATA Pass Trial On Flights From Abu Dhabi To North America
Guests travelling with Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, from now until 31 May from Abu Dhabi to Chicago, New York, Washington and Toronto, will be the first to trial the…Continue Reading
Win 50 times Your Flight Fare With Etihad’s Ramadan Sale
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has embarked on an extraordinary gift giving campaign this Ramadan. The promotion is part of Etihad’s commitment which was unveiled last week, to give away…Continue Reading
Wizz Air’s First Flight From Abu Dhabi To Tel Aviv
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of theUnited Arab Emirates, has landed for the first time in Israel and launched the route between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi. The new route operates three…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Media Extends Partnership With STARZPLAY To Broadcast New Shows During Ramadan
Abu Dhabi Media, the UAE’s leading public service broadcaster, has extended its strategic agreement with STARZPLAY, the region’s fastest-growing subscription video on-demand service, to broadcast six new Arabic and GCC drama series during the holy month…Continue Reading
Al Fay Park On Reem Island Obtains ‘Go Safe Certification’
Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced another milestone for its pioneering Go Safe Certification programme with Al Fay Park on Reem Island becoming the latest attraction to obtain…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Winter Shopping Season Shows Significant 17% Year-On-Year Growth
New figures released by Retail Abu Dhabi, the retail platform of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi),indicate record sales figures of AED 2.4 billion were achieved on Visa cards…Continue Reading
ONLY Webinars Launches Webinar Titled, ‘How To Use Omnichannel Customer Support In Your Business’
On Wednesday 21 April 2021, at 11 am (UAE time), ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ‘How to Use Omnichannel Customer Support in Your Business’. This webinar is sponsored and presented by Freshworks…Continue Reading
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre Signs A Memorandum Of Understanding With The National Archives
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, part of the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, as part of its endeavors to strengthen cooperation with various national institutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Festival Announces Finale To The Art Amid Covid Series
Building on the reputable success of its previous episodes, Abu Dhabi Festival 2021, with Mubadala Investment Company (“Mubadala”) being the Lead Partner, and under the theme “The Future Starts Now”, announced the launch of sixth…Continue Reading
ADEK Officially Opens Al Karamah Training Institute For Students Of Determination
The Abu DhabiDepartment of Education and Knowledge(ADEK) has formally inaugurated the all-new Al Karamah Training Institute (AKTI), a tailored education center providing the emirate’s Students of Determination with an increasing level of independence and access…Continue Reading
ADNOC Keen To Explore Potential Of Hydrogen Market With India’s Public And Private Sectors
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is keen to explore the Hydrogen market with India’s public and private sectors to support India’s growing demand for energy and need for cleaner fuels according to His…Continue Reading
Department Of Culture And Tourism Abu Dhabi Extends Fee Exemptions For Hotels
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has extended exemptions of tourism and municipality fees for hotel establishments operating within the Emirate until June 30th, 2021. The exemption follows directives…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair To Be Held At ADNEC From 23-29 May
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, part of the…Continue Reading
Bloom Properties Sells Out The First Phase Of Bloom Gardens’ Aldhay
Leading real estate development company, Bloom Properties, today announced that the first phase of Aldhayhas sold out within a remarkable six hours of release onto the market. The company has also announced that it will be…Continue Reading
Houbara Conservation Pioneer Jacques Renaud Honoured By His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan At 10th Abu Dhabi Awards
The International Fund For Houbara Conservation (IFHC), the global leader in species conservation, congratulates its much respected partner Jacques Renaud, founder of RENECO International Wildlife Consultants, who was honoured by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre Launches The Arab Heritage ‘One Hundred And One Books’ List
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has announced the launch of the ‘One Hundred and One Books’ project, which will develop…Continue Reading
His Highness Sheikh Theyab Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Appreciates The Continuous And Unlimited Support Of The UAE Wise Leadership For The Etihad Rail Project
H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court and Chairman of Etihad Rail, expressed his appreciation to the continuous and unlimited support for the Etihad Rail…Continue Reading
ADNOC Logistics And Services Continues Strategic Expansion With Acquisition Of Two Additional VLCCs
ADNOC Logistics & Services (ADNOC L&S), the shipping and maritime logistics arm of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), today announced the acquisition of two additional Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC), bringing the total number…Continue Reading
Yas Island Launches First Consumer Brand Campaign To Attract Israeli Holiday Makers
Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading leisure and entertainment destinations has launched a new online brandcampaignentitled‘Experience it to Believe it’, designed to entice Israel based holidaymakers to visit Yas Island, the destination…Continue Reading
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Announces Three New Routes To Europe And Middle East
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today announced three new routes connecting Abu Dhabi to Belgrade, Sohag and Luxor. The new destinations offer something for everyone – from…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Festival Is Set To Unite Its Audience In Cultural Spiritual Journey During Ramadan
In its 18th edition, Abu Dhabi Festival (ADF), under the theme “The Future Starts Now, “with lead partner Mubadala Investment Company (“Mubadala”), announced its Ramadan Series of performances titled “Human Fraternity: Dignity and Hope”. The…Continue Reading
Digital Next Summit 2022 Offers ‘Infinite Possibilities’ With New Hybrid Format In Abu Dhabi
Digital Next Summit 2022, a powerful global summit in Abu Dhabi exploring the future of digital transformation in a post-pandemic world, will be held as a hybrid event from 22-23 February 2022witha stellar line-up of…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Unveils Year-Long Programme To Celebrate The UAE’s ‘Year Of The Fiftieth’
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, today unveiled a year-long programme in celebration of the 50 years since the nation was established. The programme will launch in three phases, focusing on the past,…Continue Reading
The Sheikh Zayed Book Award Board Of Trustees Approves Winners For 15th Edition
Sheikh Zayed Book Award’s Board of Trustees has met to review the results of the 15th edition and approve the winners forthe Award’s nine categories. The Board’s annual meeting was presided over by HE Sheikh…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Festival Is Set To Unite Its Audience In Cultural Spiritual Journey During Ramadan
In its 18th edition, Abu Dhabi Festival (ADF), under the theme “The Future Starts Now, “with lead partner Mubadala Investment Company (“Mubadala”), announced its Ramadan Series of performances titled “Human Fraternity: Dignity and Hope”. The…Continue Reading
Department Of Community Development, Department Of Culture And Tourism Launch Multi-Religious Room For Non-Muslims At Louvre Museum
The Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi, (DCD) in cooperation with the Department of Culture and Tourism, launched a multi-religious room for non-Muslims at the Louvre Museum, as it is one of the most…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Launches Sale To Switzerland From AED 999 Return
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has launched a sale on fares to Switzerland, as the country announces permitted travellers from the UAE are not required to quarantine on arrival. Fly from Abu…Continue Reading
ADFD Funds AED37 Million MSME Development Project In Colombia
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), the UAE’s leading development financing institution driving sustainable development at home and abroad, took part in a virtual ceremony organised by Colombian Presidential Agency of International Cooperation (APC-Colombia), to launch a project…Continue Reading
Yas Marina Reveals Its Line-Up Of Enticing Offers To Enjoy Throughout April
Yas Marina, the capital’s premier dining, leisure and fitness destination, has a fantastic selection of offers to cater to all guests this month. Whether guests are eager to keep fit and healthy with daily workouts,…Continue Reading
ADNEC Wins Multiple Awards At The Middle East Event Awards
The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has won two accolades at the Middle East Event Awards (MESE), further cementing the company’s proven excellence. The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company was recognised as the ‘Best…Continue Reading
Masdar Agrees To Develop First Foreign Investment-Based Utility-Scale Solar Power Project In Azerbaijan
Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, has signed agreements to develop a utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) project in the Republic of Azerbaijan. The 230-megawatt (MWac) project is the country’s first foreign investment-based…Continue Reading
World Future Energy Summit To Focus On The Business Of Clean Energy And Sustainable Development Through Innovation And Technology
World Future Energy Summit, the world’s leading business event for clean energy and sustainability, returns to Abu Dhabi’s National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, hosted by Masdar, from 17-19 January…Continue Reading
Aldar Launches ‘Noya Viva’ On Yas Island
Aldar Properties (‘Aldar’) has announced the launch of Noya Viva, the next phase of its highly successful Noya development on Yas Island. The community is open for buyers from all nationalities to purchase their homes…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways First Scheduled Flight From Abu Dhabi Lands In Israel
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), today launched its regular flight service between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv. Additionally, on Monday, Israel was added to Abu Dhabi’s ‘green list’, giving…Continue Reading
Unit 1 Of Barakah Plant Starts Commercial Operations
The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) announced today that the Unit 1 of Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant has started commercial operations. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and…Continue Reading
Yas Island Collaborates With Amsalem Tours & Travel Ltd. As First Israeli Trade Partner To Raise Awareness Of The Destination Through Yas Expert Program
Experience Hub, the trade and promotion arm of Yas Island Abu Dhabi, has partnered with a leading Israeli travel management company, Amsalem Tours & Travel Ltd., to increase awareness of Yas Island Abu Dhabi and…Continue Reading
Dubai’s Ellington Properties And Al Hilal Homes Launch High-End Villas In The Palm Jumeirah To Meet Lifestyle Aspirations Of International Investors
Ellington Properties, Dubai’s design-led property developer, has signed an agreement, valued at about US$82 million, with Al Hilal Homes, a leading real estate brokerage firm, to offer premium homes in Dubai. The elegantly designed villas are located in The…Continue Reading
Under The Patronage Of His Highness Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, 122 Youth Graduate From Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability Programs
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Office,122 youth have graduated from Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability…Continue Reading
Etihad Cargo Appoints Rom Top Aviation As GSA For Israel
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, has selected Rom Top Aviation Ltd as its general sales agent (GSA) for the State of Israel. The appointment comes ahead of the…Continue Reading
Get Access To Yas Theme Parks In One Superlative Spring Staycation
Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading leisure and entertainment destinations, is offering spring staycation offers for UAE residents at Yas Island’s world class hotels with access to all Yas Theme Parks. Guests…Continue Reading
FAB Announces Completion Of Payments Business Carve Out And Launches New Brand – MAGNATI
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) today completed the carve out of its existing payments business into a fully owned and operational subsidiary. The new brand name, Magnati, is built around energy, potential and partnerships, and…Continue Reading
ADIB Provides Financing For Albilad Capital’s ₤87M Landmark Acquisition Of PWC HQ In Northern Ireland
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has provided structured Islamic financing for Albilad Capital’s acquisition of the PWC HQ in Belfast, comprising the largest office transaction in Northern Ireland and the first major property investment in…Continue Reading
Masdar Announces Partnership With Circle Of Hope To Support Women, Youth And The Environment
Masdar today announced a joint partnership with Circle of Hope, an organization founded by Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan. The partnership aims to help educate and empower women and youth and to…Continue Reading
The Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Volunteer Programme And Frontline Heroes Office Launched The First Training Programme In The “Jaheziya” Initiative To Enhance The Skills Of Frontline Heroes
The Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak’s Volunteer Programme and the Frontline Heroes Office launched of the first phase of its training programme as a part of the ‘Jaheziya’ initiative, which is designed to enhance the skills…Continue Reading
Aldar Launches Second Cycle Of Its Highly Successful “Manassah” Entrepreneurship Programme
Aldar Properties (‘Aldar’) has launched the second round of its Manassah programme – a six-month entrepreneurship incubator aimed at nurturing entrepreneurial talent and advancing homegrown retail concepts in the GCC. Held in partnership with startAD, the…Continue Reading
Emirati, American Investors Discuss Business Opportunities
The Abu Dhabi Chamber, the US Commercial Service at the US Embassy and the US Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration, are organising a virtual meeting on Wednesday, 7th April, to discuss investment opportunities. The…Continue Reading
UAE Special Envoy For Climate Change H.E. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber Welcomes U.S. Special Presidential Envoy For Climate John Kerry In Abu Dhabi
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry, today visited a number of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE’s)major strategic projects supporting the country’s efforts in the field of clean energy, limiting the consequences of climate…Continue Reading
‘From Cinderella To Sindbad: German And Arab Timeless Tales’ Exhibition To Showcase Cross-Cultural Influences and Children’s Stories
An exhibition dedicated to the rich cultural heritage of narrative traditions from ancient Egypt, the Arab world and Germany will be held as part of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair programme for 2021, where…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Ranks 11th In Global Technology Index
Building on its efforts to accelerate digital transformation in the emirate, the Department of Government Support – Abu Dhabi (DGS), represented by the Abu Dhabi Digital Authority (ADDA), has announced that Abu Dhabi has been…Continue Reading
Ma’an And Abu Dhabi Sports Council Launch New Running Event To Raise Funds For Patients Awaiting Organ Donation
Taking place on Saturday 10thApril at Al Hudayriat Island, Ma’an’s ‘At Your Own Pace’ event is an opportunity for Abu Dhabi residents and citizens of different ages and abilities to come together and participate in…Continue Reading
ADNOC Distribution: Murban Crude Oil Is Powering Progress In UAE
Every day, motorists across the length and breadth of the UAE fill their vehicles with fuel, and protect their engines with lubricants, supplied by ADNOC Distribution, the UAE’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, and benefit…Continue Reading
StartAD Invites UAE’s Young Innovators To Join Fourth Edition Of Flagship Entrepreneurship Program
startAD, the Abu Dhabi-based startup accelerator powered by Tamkeen and anchored at NYU Abu Dhabi, announced that applications are now open for the NextGen Incubator Cohort 4. Taking place from June to July 2021, the…Continue Reading
‘Kalima’ Translation Project Announces Major French Poetry Translation Initiative On World Poetry Day
The Kalima Translation Project at the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) marked World Poetry Day on 21 March by announcing a major French poetry translation and publishing project entitled French Poetry Encyclopaedia. The project…Continue Reading