First Abu Dhabi Bank, FAB, has partnered with the Ministry of Education to support its distance learning platform. The bank will provide laptops worth AED 5 million to students in the UAE, in line with…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi’s 50pc Discount On Traffic Fines Extended To June 22
The General Headquarters of Abu Dhabi Police has announced a three-month extension of the 50 per cent discount on traffic violations committed in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, except those categorized as ‘dangerous’, to Junes…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) To Provide Free Of Charge Remote E-Voting For Annual General Meetings Of Listed Companies
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced that it will be managing remote e-voting for Annual General Meetings (AGMs) of companies listed on the Exchange free of charge. This move will enable a crucial aspect of…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways To Operate Special Charter Flights To Russia
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has secured approval from the Russian Civil Aviation Authority to operate five special charter flights between Abu Dhabi and Moscow between Saturday 21 March and Wednesday 25…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Eases Travel Plans By Introducing Etihad Credit
In response to the current situation, Etihad Airways is introducing Etihad Credit to give guests the freedom to delay their travel plans by permitting a free cancellation and is offering the original value of their…Continue Reading
UAE Suspends Entry Of Valid Visa Holders Effective Thursday For Renewable Two Weeks
The UAE has suspended the entry of all its valid visa holders, who are currently out of the country, for a renewable period of two weeks effective 12.00 noon of Thursday, March 19, due to…Continue Reading
UAE’s Iconic Landmarks Go Green In Celebration Of Ireland’s National Day
Iconic landmarks in the UAE went green today in celebration of the Ireland’s National Day, also known as St Patrick’s Day. InterContinental Abu Dhabi to Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht,…Continue Reading
UAE Announces 15 New Cases Of COVID-19
The Ministry of Health and Prevention, MoHaP, announced 15 new cases of COVID-19, on Tuesday, bringing to 113 the total infection tally in the UAE. “The new cases have been detected through the Ministry’s early…Continue Reading
Ministry Of Education Soft Launches Distant Learning System Tomorrow
The Ministry of Education announced it will conduct a pilot launch of its distance education platform tomorrow, 18th March, to ensure that all students can utilise smart education technologies to carry out their studies. The…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Commences Implementation Of Remote Working
The Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange (ADX) have announced the launch of remote working for its employees. This follows the long-term development of a new technical communication system that allows complete business continuity for employees that…Continue Reading
Aldar Applauds Government Stimulus And Announces Key Programmes For Customers
The Abu Dhabi Government and the UAE Central Bank have taken prompt and unprecedented steps to support the local economic environment and boost financial resilience. The various initiatives seek to preserve Abu Dhabi’s economic gains, support the…Continue Reading
Etihad Cargo Boosts Its Freighter Summer Schedule Across Key International Markets
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, has announced its freighter schedule for the IATA summer season, boosting capacity to its top freighter gateways. The network will also be expanded…Continue Reading
Tabreed Shareholders Approve 10.5 Fils Dividend Per Share For 2019
The shareholders of the National Central Cooling Company PJSC (DFM: TABREED), the leading UAE-based international district cooling developer, have approved a dividend of 10.5 fils per share for the financial year ending 31 December 2019.…Continue Reading
Al Marar: Nurturing Our Children Is The Foundation Of The UAE’s Development
H.E. Eng. Awaidha Murshed Al Marar, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has highlighted the importance of Emirati’s Children’s Day, which is held this year under the slogan “the right to participation”.…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Implements Temporary Changes To Its Route Network
Due to the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus and its continuing impact on air travel services globally, Etihad Airways continues to follow UAE and international government and regulatory authority directives and has implemented a…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Temporarily Closing Trading Halls
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced to the investor community that the Exchange is temporarily closing its trading hall in its main offices in Abu Dhabi as well as those in the other Emirates starting…Continue Reading
Aldar To Invest AED 2 Million In Abu Dhabi’s First Social Impact Bond By Authority Of Social Contribution – Ma’an
The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an and Aldar have signed a strategic agreement that will see both organizations address priority social challenges through social contracting. Aldar will invest AED 2 million, a demonstration of their commitment…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi’s Main Tourist Attractions To Be Temporarily Closed
Abu Dhabi’s main tourist attractions, theme parks and cultural destination will be closed from Sunday 15 March until the end of the month as a precautionary measure to limit large gatherings of people and protect…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Motors Inaugurated Rolls-Royce Service Week
The capital’s most highly-skilled Rolls-Royce technicians teamed up with experts from the marque’s home in Goodwood, UK, for the inaugural Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Abu Dhabi Service Week, organised by Abu Dhabi Motors, the authorised dealer…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Announces Move To Beijing’s Spectacular Daxing International Airport
Effective 1 June 2020, Etihad Airways (Etihad), the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will transfer all its flights to and from Abu Dhabi and Beijing, and its flights to and from Beijing to…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi International Boat Show Third Edition Set For October 2020
The Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS), the UAE capital’s prestige yacht, leisure marine and fishing show will return to the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre for its third edition from October 14 to 17,…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Collaborates With The UAE Ministry Of Climate Change And Environment To Combat Illegal Wildlife Trafficking
Etihad Airways has launched a collaborative project with the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) in a bid to combat illegal wildlife trafficking. Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, recently hosted…Continue Reading
LuLu Group International Signs On As A Founding Partner Of The Reach Campaign
LuLu Group International, major retailer in the region formalised their commitment as a founding partner of The Reach Campaign, an effort to end river blindness. An agreement in this regard was signed Dr. Mohammed Atiq…Continue Reading
Etihad Cargo Enables Anywhere, Any-Time Tracking With Mobile App Launch
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Aviation Group, has expanded its digital portfolio by launching the first version of its mobile application, offering customers the ability to gain real time access to…Continue Reading
Environment Agency Planning To Declare Abu Dhabi Free Of Single-Use Plastic Bags By 2021
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi today announced a new policy to reduce the amount of single use plastic material in Abu Dhabi and mitigate its harmful effects. The comprehensive policy, which is the first-of-its-kind…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Introduces Flexible Booking Conditions
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is giving travellers peace of mind when making their next booking by allowing one complimentary date or destination change for all flights booked between 8 March and…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways To Launch New Service To Vienna
Etihad Airways has announced that it will launch new daily scheduled year-round flights to Austria’s capital Vienna using a two-class Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The service will initially operate with four weekly flights between 22nd May…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Statement On Suspension Of Flights To Saudi Arabia
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has suspended temporarily all flights between Abu Dhabi and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in response to a directive from the General Authority for Civil…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Signs IATA Pledge For Gender Equality To Mark International Women’s Day
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is marking International Women’s Day by pledging to increase its female workforce by 25 percent over the next five years – the first airline in the country…Continue Reading
Great Women Of History Celebrated Through Special Exhibition At The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre
Celebrating the importance of women leaders in history, and marking International Women’s Day on 8th March, Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Participates In Ring The Bell For Gender Equality
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) today rang out its opening trading bell for the global ‘Ring the Bell for Gender Equality’ for the third year in a row. The symbolic gesture was made as an…Continue Reading
‘Emirati Women Should Be Proud Of Their Accomplishments’, Says Sheikha Fatima Ahead Of International Women’s Day
‘Mother of the Nation’ and Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, today congratulated Emirati women and women all around the world on the occasion of International Women’s Day, which is…Continue Reading
‘Great Women Of History’ Celebrated At Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre Exhibition
Celebrating the role women have played in history, and marking International Women’s Day on 8th March, H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, GWU, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Transformation On Track, With 55% Cumulative Improvement In Core Results Since 2017
Etihad Airways (Etihad) has announced an encouraging 32% improvement in core operating performance for 2019, on revenues of US$ 5.6 billion (2018: US$ 5.9 billion). Losses were significantly reduced to US$ 0.87 billion (2018: US$…Continue Reading
The Department Of Municipalities And Transport: Abu Dhabi Is An Attractive Destination For Investors And Real Estate Owners
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) in Abu Dhabi announced that the total value of real estate transactions in Abu Dhabi during 2019 reached AED 58 billion as 19 thousand transactions were completed. The…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Based Start-Up RIZEK Joins Forces With NMC Healthcare To Disrupt HealthTech In The UAE
RIZEK, the UAE’s upcoming online marketplace that connects freelance service professionals with end customers, has partnered with NMC Healthcare in a first-of-its-kind-deal, to facilitate on-demand medical service in the UAE — becoming the UAE’s first…Continue Reading
HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Opens Middle East Energy 2020
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, today opened the 45th edition of Middle East Energy, previously known as Middle East Electricity, the global energy platform running until…Continue Reading
Khalifa Fund And startAD Announce The Winning Project At Ibtikari Program 5.0
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) and startAD, the innovation and entrepreneurship platform at New York University Abu Dhabi, have announced the winning project in the fifth edition of Ibtikari Program, which was launched last…Continue Reading
Phantom Tranquillity Arrives At Abu Dhabi Motors
Abu Dhabi Motors, the exclusive distributor of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, has welcomed the arrival of two Bespoke Phantom Tranquillity motors cars, part of a limited Bespoke collection. Aptly named…Continue Reading
Your Last Chance To Donate Your Etihad Guest Miles To The Australia Bushfire Campaign
Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways launched a campaign on 13 January 2020, which encourages members to donate their Etihad Guest Miles to the Australian Wildlife Rescue Organisation (WIRES) to support relief…Continue Reading
Annual Sustainable Business Leadership Forum To Take Place On March 18
The 6th Annual Sustainable Business Leadership Forum 2020 is set to take place on 18th and 19th March at the Anantara Eastern Mangroves Hotel, Abu Dhabi. To be hosted by Abu Dhabi Sustainability Group, ADSG,…Continue Reading
Emirati Low-Cost Airline ‘Wizz Air Abu Dhabi’ To Launch Operations In Fall 2020
Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company, ADDH, announced today that it concluded the definitive agreement with its partner Wizz Air Holdings, Europe’s fastest growing and greenest airline, to jointly establish Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. The low-cost…Continue Reading
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s Family Zone Now Open To The Public
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the World’s Leading Theme Park, welcomed guests today to experience its all-new Family Zone for the first time. Complete with four state-of-the-art attractions designed exclusively for younger guests, the new area is a…Continue Reading
National Month Of Reading Kicks Off
To celebrate the National Month of Reading, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has organised a series of activities and events aimed at establishing reading as an integral part of the lifestyles…Continue Reading
ADDED Hastens Issuance Of Industrial Licenses Through ‘E-Connection’ Project
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s, ADDED, Industrial Development Bureau has announced the implementation of the first phase of its ‘e-connection’ project in partnership with local and federal entities to facilitate the issuance of…Continue Reading
Goethe Selected As ADIBF 2020’s ‘Focused Personality’
The 30th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, has named the late, famed German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe as its Focused Personality. Taking place…Continue Reading
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Sees 6.6 Million Worshippers, Visitors In 2019
Over 6.6 million worshippers, tourists and residents visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque during the ‘Year of Tolerance’ last year. According to figures released by the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, SZGMC, the total number…Continue Reading
Khalifa Fund Signs A US$100 Million Agreement Supporting SMEs In Ethiopia
Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development signed an agreement…Continue Reading
du Announces Deployment Of The First Live Millimetre Wave 5G Site At Yas Island
As part of its commitment to support the UAE’s digital transformation, UAE-based telecommunications provider du, from the Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has successfully deployed the Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) first millimeter (mm)…Continue Reading
Kuwait National Day Celebrated At Abu Dhabi International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) has welcomed passengers arriving from Kuwait, as well as those departing to Kuwait, with an assortment of traditional sweets, flags, symbolic gifts and other activities in celebration of Kuwait National…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Tourism Excellence Awards To Set New Benchmarks For The Industry
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, DCT Abu Dhabi, has unveiled the panel of world-class, expert judges who will determine the winners of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Tourism Excellence Awards, a new…Continue Reading
Over 1,700 Students Competing In Artificial Intelligence And Robot Competitions
H.H. Sheikh Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Office, opened the activities of the 6th national championship of the series of artificial intelligence, AI, and robot competitions 2020, organised…Continue Reading
UAE Space Law Details Announced To Facilitate Space Sector Development
The UAE Space Agency has announced the details of the new UAE Space Law issued by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The announcement was made during an introductory workshop for the…Continue Reading
Mohamed Bin Zayed University Of Artificial Intelligence Holds First Advisory Board Meeting
The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, MBZUAI, the first graduate-level, research-based AI university in the world, held its first official Advisory Board meeting to review ongoing activities as the University gears up to…Continue Reading
Louvre Abu Dhabi And Théâtre du Châtelet Highlight Environmental Awareness With The World Premiere Of Singing Trees
Tomorrow, Louvre Abu Dhabi and Théâtre du Châtelet, with the support of Bloomberg Philanthropies, will launch the world premiere of Singing Trees, a new interactive installation created by award-winning digital artists from London, Umbrellium, in…Continue Reading
Expats’ Remittances Amount To AED165 Billion In 2019
Expats’ remittances from the UAE amounted to some AED165 billion in 2019, according to figures released by the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates. Q4 of last year saw an increase of 1.8 pct…Continue Reading
‘Name Your Price’ Programme Concludes Successful 12-Months Of Consumer Campaigns For Retail Abu Dhabi
Retail Abu Dhabi (RAD), the industry initiative launched by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) to contribute to sector growth, has revealed remarkable results as it concludes a 12-month…Continue Reading
Etisalat Completes Acquisition Of Cyber Security Specialist Firm Help AG
Etisalat announced that it has completed the acquisition of Help AG, a privately held regional company specialising in the delivery of cyber security solutions and services. Prompted by a clear synergy, this acquisition sees the…Continue Reading
Rabdan Academy Showcases Its State-Of-The-Art Academic And Training Programs During UMEX 2020
Rabdan Academy, which is a university based in Abu Dhabi that specializes in safety, security, defense, emergency readiness and crisis management sectors, participated in the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) and Simulation and Training Exhibition (SimTEX),…Continue Reading
Czech Mate For World Champion In Abu Dhabi Motosurf Curtain Raiser
Lucas Zahorsky underlined his top billing at the inaugural UAE Motosurf Championship with victory in the men’s event in Abu Dhabi where he starts the defence of his world title next month. Zahorsky topped qualifying…Continue Reading
Sky News Arabia Appoints Media Veteran Yousef Tsouri As Head Of News
Sky News Arabia (SNA) has appointed Youssef Tsouri as Head of News effective March 1st, 2020. Tsouri will be responsible for overseeing the SNA newsroom editorial strategy and content, enhance the operations and output of…Continue Reading
Etihad Engineering Records Robust Growth As It Welcomes 2020
Ahead of its participation at the upcoming MRO Middle East event at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Etihad Engineering has announced its performance indicators for 2019 revealing that the leading maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO)…Continue Reading
Chestertons Opens New Al Reem Island Office In Abu Dhabi
Chestertons, the leading international real estate services firm, has opened a new office on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi in a move to better serve demand for future master-planned free-hold communities in the area and…Continue Reading
Bin Hamoodah Crowns Corvette Driver As The Winner Of The Swaihan Thunder Mile Race In Abu Dhabi
Bin Hamoodah Auto, the official GMC and Chevrolet dealer in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi crowned Ahmed Al Enezi and his 2007 Corvette the winner of the Swaihan Thunder Mile Race competition. Completing the race…Continue Reading
Houbara Flies Transonic At UMEX2020 With Next-Generation Banshee Aerial Target
The UAE’s Houbara Defence company will today unveil new additions to their portfolio at UMEX, Abu Dhabi’s Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX). The Next Generation (NG) Banshee is an aerial target used for training, capable of…Continue Reading
Peugeot Abu Dhabi Announces Attractive Offers To Start 2020
Omeir Bin Youssef & Sons, Peugeot’s authorised distributor in Abu Dhabi, announced their latest offers on selected Peugeot models in the capital. Customers can enjoy a year of free tolls, free registration, and VAT covered…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Media Launches Range Of New Programmes, Shows Across Its Platforms
Abu Dhabi Media, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Development Holding Company, ADDH, has unveiled a range of new programmes and shows across all of its platforms as well as the relaunch of three of its…Continue Reading
Women’s Forum Middle East To Take Place In Abu Dhabi
The Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society, the world’s leading platform bringing a gendered perspective to major social and economic issues, has announced that the Women’s Forum Middle East is set to take place…Continue Reading
The Largest Edition In History Of UMEX And SimTEX 2020 Will Kick Off Next Sunday In Abu Dhabi
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, Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) completed the final…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways To Operate Special Flights From Al Ain To Jeddah During Ramadan
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will again operate a daily scheduled flight between the emirate of Abu Dhabi’s second largest city, Al Ain, and Jeddah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during…Continue Reading
Louvre Abu Dhabi Presents Knightly Culture
Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, the Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, opened on Monday the Louvre Abu Dhabi’s latest international exhibition, Furusiyya: The Art of Chivalry between East and West.…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi-Based Industrial Facilities’ Investment Value Grows To AED6.29 bn In 2019
Abu Dhabi-based industrial facilities grew by more than 57 percent in 2019 to 66 from 42 facilities in 2018, hitting a combined investment value of AED6.29 billion, figures by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Manuscripts Conference Kicks Off At Manarat Al Saadiyat
Organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, the 2nd Abu Dhabi Manuscripts Conference kicked off today at Saadiyat Island’s Manarat Al Saadiyat. The event aims to highlight issues and technical challenges…Continue Reading
Louvre Abu Dhabi Presents Knightly Culture From Magnificent Horse Armours To Romantic Medieval Fables, Across The Islamic East And Christian West
The opening of the exhibition was inaugurated by HE Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak – Chairman of Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi in the attendance of HE Mohammad Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi…Continue Reading
Yogafest Al Ain 2020! For The First Time Ever Head To Al Ain Jahili Park For An Authentic Yoga Experience
The largest free outdoor wellness event in the region is coming to Jahilli Park in Al Ain for the first time on 5th and 6th March, 2020. The festival hopes to welcome more than 1000…Continue Reading
“Companies Listed On Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Achieve A 99% In Disclosure Compliance For Annual Preliminary Financial Results Of The Year 2019”
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) announced that it has succeeded in achieving a compliance rate of 99 per cent in disclosure compliance for annual preliminary financial results of the year 2019 of its listed public…Continue Reading
Etihad Cargo And dnata Extend Handling Partners
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Aviation Group, has bolstered its global handling partnership agreements with dnata, one of the world’s largest air service providers. The new agreements align the two UAE-based…Continue Reading
Bloom Holding Launches State-Of-The-Art Energy Department
Leading real estate development company, Bloom Holding, has recently announced the establishment of a new Energy Department as a division of its facilities management arm, bfm. As part of Bloom Holding’s ongoing commitment to innovation…Continue Reading
Ghadan 21 Transforming Abu Dhabi’s Economy, Community: Khalid Bin Mohamed
The Abu Dhabi government accelerator programme, Ghadan 21, has transformed the emirate’s economy, knowledge ecosystem and community, said H.H. Sheikh Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Professional Championship 2020 To Start On 11th April
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 12th Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Professional Championship will…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Celebrates 15 Years Of Flying To India
Etihad Airways (Etihad), the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, hosted an event for frequent flyers and key trade, government and media partners as part of its ongoing activities to celebrate 15-years of flying…Continue Reading
Ultra Abu Dhabi Announces Its Final Line-Up
Part of Abu Dhabi Music Week, the first Middle East edition of ULTRA Worldwide festival premiers on 5-6 March, with international music sensations such as DJ Snake and Major Laser set to join the star-studded…Continue Reading
ADCB And Al Hilal Bank Sign Agreement With Etihad Holidays To Offer Easy Payment Plan
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (‘ADCB’) and Al Hilal Bank today signed an agreement with Etihad Holidays, the destination and leisure management arm of Etihad Airways, which will provide customers of both banks an easy payment…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company Signs A Media Partnership With Nation Shield Magazine For UMEX And SimTEX 2020
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has signed a media partnership agreement with Nation Shield magazine, in which the magazine will assume the role of the official media partner and the authority responsible for issuing…Continue Reading
H.E. Mohammed Al Bowardi To Demonstrate Importance Of Bilateral Ties In Defense Industry At Global Aerospace Summit 2020
His Excellency (H.E.) Mohammed Ahmed Al Bowardi, UAE’s Minister of State for Defense will focus on regional defense industry challenges and opportunities during his keynote speech at the Global Aerospace Summit 2020. The event, taking…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Loves You To The Blue Moon And Back This Valentine’s Day
Guests arriving into Manchester Airport from Abu Dhabi felt the love as Etihad Airways surprised them with Manchester City-themed gifts in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Gifts appeared among the baggage as excited guests waited for…Continue Reading
Feld Entertainment, Inc. Brings Disney On Ice Presents Frozen Exclusively To Yas Island’s Etihad Arena.
Feld Entertainment, Inc., the worldwide leader in producing live touring family entertainment, is set to bring the Academy Award® winning film, Disney’s Frozen, to life on ice for the first time in Abu Dhabi this year. The Disney On Ice presents…Continue Reading
67 Listed Companies Report AED75.56 Billion In Profits During 2019
Consolidated net profits of 67 companies listed on the UAE’s financial markets reached AED75.56 billion in 2019, an increase of 16.9 percent compared to 2018. Following financial data and operational performance analysis, the net profits…Continue Reading
Khalifa Fund Partners With Facebook To Bring Entrepreneurship Education For Women In The UAE
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development has signed a partnership agreement with Facebook, the leading social networking and technology company, bringing training for women entrepreneurs and businesses in the UAE. The collaboration will see Khalifa…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways Launches Travelpass, An Innovative Subscription-Based Travel Solution
Etihad Airways has announced a partnership with Norwegian technology developer Braathens IT, to develop TravelPass, an innovative travel solution initially aimed at corporate and frequent travellers which will launch later this year. The new TravelPass…Continue Reading
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Delivers Unrivalled Birthday Fun
Anyone looking to celebrate their special day in style needn’t look any further than Ferrari World Abu Dhabi! Fans of all ages can choose from not one, but two completely customizable birthday packages to create…Continue Reading
The For Abu Dhabi Initiative Brings Ai Weiwei’s Artwork To Abu Dhabi
As part of the For Abu Dhabi initiative’s World Urban Forum activations, the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) officially unveiled Ai Weiwei’s installation, Forever Bicycles. The installation comes as the first non-mural, and latest…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Airports And Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation To Cooperate In Charitable And Humanitarian Initiatives
The Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation has signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi Airports to enhance its collaborative support of social, charitable, and humanitarian programmes. The agreement will strengthen the Foundation’s ‘Emirati Families’ initiative,…Continue Reading
Louvre Abu Dhabi And Theatre du Chatelet Present The World Premiere Of Singing Trees By Acclaimed Digital Artists Umbrellium
Louvre Abu Dhabi and Théâtre du Châtelet, with the support of Bloomberg Philanthropies, are pleased to announce the world premiere of Singing Trees, a new interactive installation created by award-winning digital artists from London, Umbrellium,…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Department Of Municipalities And Transport (DMT) Launches Book With Pomeroy Academy For Tenth World Urban Forum (WUF10)
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) today launched a book with leading sustainable educators and researchers, Pomeroy Academy. The book accompanies the 10th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF10), which is taking place…Continue Reading
11% Increase In The Number Of Industrial Facilities That Complied With Abu Dhabi’s Occupational Safety And Health Standards, Says ADDED’s IDB
The number of factories in Abu Dhabi that have been certified for their compliance with occupational safety and health standards increased 11 per cent in 2019 to reach 457 compared with 406 factories in 2018,…Continue Reading
First Middle East Edition Of DJ Mag Music Conference Comes To The UAE Capital As Part Of Abu Dhabi Music Week
DJ Mag Middle East, the regional arm of the prestigious British electronic music publication DJ Mag, will be hosting the inaugural edition of the DJ Mag Middle East Conference in Abu Dhabi on 3-4 March…Continue Reading
New National Geographic Abu Dhabi Documentary Reveals What It takes To Create The Cities Of The Future
Over half (55%) of the world’s population lives in urban areas, a figure expected to climb to 68% by 2050 – but how many people know what’s underneath a modern city? National Geographic Abu Dhabi’s…Continue Reading
Etihad Cargo Partners With Webcargo By Freightos To Expand Digital Air Cargo Reach
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Aviation Group, today accelerates its commitment to deliver heightened customer experience by inking a new partnership for Digital Air Cargo with WebCargo by Freightos, the world’s…Continue Reading
Last Chance To See Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Internationally Acclaimed Exhibition, 10,000 Years Of Luxury
Visitors have a few more days to experience 10,000 Years of Luxury at Louvre Abu Dhabi before the exhibition concludes on 18 February. Following its international acclaim and success in the UAE, the exhibition will…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Airports And Etihad Aviation Group Collaborate To Prepare Employees For The Upcoming Midfield Terminal
Abu Dhabi Airports has partnered with Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) to begin preparing the required 17,000 employees to operate the new Midfield Airport Terminal at Abu Dhabi Airport. The programme is supported by a campaign…Continue Reading
ADEK Concludes Abu Dhabi Science Festival And UAE Innovation Month Activities In Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) successfully concluded the 10th edition of the Abu Dhabi Science Festival (ADSF), which ran from 30th January to 8th February, 2020, at A’l Bahar on Abu…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Highlights Hospitality Sector At New York Times Travel Show
After another successful year for tourism in Abu Dhabi, which saw a 5 percent year-over-year increase of American visitors, the country’s capital made a compelling case at this year’s New York Times Travel Show about…Continue Reading
Magida El Roumi Concludes Ninth Season Of Abu Dhabi Classics With Captivating Closing-Night Performance At Yas Island
Magida El Roumi, one of the most distinguished vocalists in the Arab musical universe, brought the ninth season of Abu Dhabi Classics to an end with a captivating performance which showcased her extraordinary vocal range…Continue Reading
Airfield Lighting System Upgrade Completed At Abu Dhabi International Airport
Abu Dhabi Airports has successfully upgraded the Airfield Lighting System of the Southern Runway at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to a CAT-IIIB system, joining a select group of international airports to have implemented the…Continue Reading
The Department Of Culture And Tourism – Abu Dhabi Announces February Performing Arts Events At The Cultural Foundation
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi continues to host world-class and innovative performing arts at the Cultural Foundation throughout the month of February, with a dynamic and immersive programme of music and theatre. While the first…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Science Festival, A Unique Platform To Showcase Government And Private Innovations
Marking the UAE Innovation Month, the 10th Abu Dhabi Science Festival is hosting the sixth edition of the INNOVATOR flag ship event, organised by Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) at A’l Bahar on…Continue Reading
DMT Launches Programme For Tenth World Urban Forum In Abu Dhabi
Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, the programme for the tenth World Urban…Continue Reading
ADNEC To Host The World Urban Forum 2020
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has finalised its preparations to host the tenth session of the World Urban Forum 2020 (WUF10) to be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed…Continue Reading
Hamburg Symphony Orchestra’s Rousing Performance Of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony Pays Homage To The Iconic Composer’s 250th Birth Anniversary
In a landmark performance to celebrate the 250th birth anniversary of the musical maestro Ludwig van Beethoven, the elite Hamburg Symphony Orchestra put on a magical performance of the illustrious German composer’s fabled ninth Symphony…Continue Reading
60 Women Participate In The Women’s Heritage Walk From Abu Dhabi To Al Ain
Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Tolerance, the sixth Women’s Heritage Walk (WHW) came to close on 4 February at a ceremony held at the Cultural…Continue Reading
Emirates Foundation Launches The “Think Science World Fair” Initiative
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Chairman of Emirates Foundation, Emirates Foundation, the national organization set up by the Abu Dhabi…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Selects FTSE Russell As Benchmark Administrator For Tailored Domestic Indexes
Today, FTSE Russell, the global index, data and analytics provider has agreed a full index partnership with Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) to become its benchmark administrator for domestic equity indexes in Abu Dhabi. The…Continue Reading
Temperature Set To Rise For ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi Presented By Daman With Most Competitive Field Ever Seen In The Capital
The ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi presented by Daman will display the highest standard of elite athlete field in the history of the race for this year’s 2020 edition. The full world’s top 10 male…Continue Reading
Lebanese Singing Superstar Magida El Roumi Primed For Glittering Finale To Ninth Abu Dhabi Classics
Magida El Roumi, one of the Arab world’s most acclaimed singers, will take to the stage at Abu Dhabi’s du Arena on Friday February 7 in a stirring conclusion to the ninth season Abu Dhabi…Continue Reading
Etihad Airways To Increase Frequencies To Athens During Busy Summer Period
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will increase frequencies on its popular Abu Dhabi to Athens route during the busy summer peak months. The additional overnight service will be operated between 8 July…Continue Reading
Aldar Announces “Manassah” Enterpreneurship Competition Finalists
Aldar Properties PJSC (‘Aldar’) is proud to announce seven finalists for its Manassah entrepreneurship competition designed to support the UAE’s most ambitious retail and F&B entrepreneurs. Following a round of rigorous process entered into by 150…Continue Reading
ADNEC Focuses On Innovation With Range Of February Exhibitions
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) will host a range of international, leading conferences and exhibitions this February at both the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and the Al Ain Convention Centre. With major events…Continue Reading
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi To Launch New Attractions This Year
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the World’s Leading Theme Park, is introducing exciting new attractions for guests of all ages in the lead up to its 10th anniversary this November. The state-of-the-art additions will include a Family…Continue Reading
The Department Of Culture And Tourism – Abu Dhabi Partners With Sojern And Spark Foundry To Drive Tourism Into The Emirate
Sojern, the leading provider of digital marketing solutions for the travel industry with clients such as Marriott International, Accor and Trivago, today announced a partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi…Continue Reading
Etihad Cargo Renews WFS Global Handling Framework
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Aviation Group, has renewed its global cargo handling agreements with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), the world’s largest air cargo handler, with Frankfurt and Madrid joining six…Continue Reading
Classic Treat! Purchase Tickets To The Abu Dhabi Classics For A Chance To Win An Exclusive Meet And Greet With The Stars
Prize is music to the ears of classical music fans, with two ticketholders given once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet musical masters The ninth season of Abu Dhabi Classics, held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Abdullah…Continue Reading
Planet Smart City To Play Key Role At The World Urban Forum 2020
Planet Smart City, the UK headquartered global leader in smart affordable housing, will reinforce the UAE’s efforts to achieve the shared global vision of eradicating poverty and delivering sustainable development at this year’s World Urban…Continue Reading
More Than 100 Spectacular Workshops And Live Shows At Abu Dhabi Science Festival For All Family Members
The 10th edition of the Abu Dhabi Science Festival (ADSF), organised by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), is filled with a wide range of exciting, thrilling, and educational workshops, exhibits, and live shows offered…Continue Reading
Abu Dhabi Airports And The Emirates Red Crescent Authority Sign New Agreement To Cooperate In Charitable And Humanitarian Initiatives
Abu Dhabi Airports announces the signing of a cooperation agreement with The Emirates Red Crescent Authority (ERC) to enhance its role in community, charitable and humanitarian initiatives. The new agreement also defines frameworks of cooperation…Continue Reading
Global Media Leader Michael Garin Appointed CEO Of twofour54 Abu Dhabi
The board of twofour54 Abu Dhabi today announced that Michael Garin has been appointed as CEO of the thriving media and entertainment hub. Following the formation of a board of directors for twofour54 in July 2019, and the appointment…Continue Reading
Registration Now Open For ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon 2020
Registration for the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon 2020 officially opens on Sunday, 2nd February. The UAE capital’s renowned race is set to return on Friday, 11th December, 2020. In celebration of the launch of the…Continue Reading
Lise De La Salle Wows Audience With Enchanting Musical Fusion At Abu Dhabi Classics
Following a rousing opening to the ninth season of Abu Dhabi Classics, acclaimed French pianist Lise de la Salle added further sheen to the event with her performance of the programme Dances on Saturday, 1…Continue Reading
SEHA Showcases Breakthrough Advances In Stem Cell Research And Treatment Of Motor And Sensory Spinal Injuries
Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), the UAE’s largest healthcare network, welcomed medical experts to a Grand Rounds Event titled ‘Use of Stem Cells in the Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury’ with Dr. Mohamad Bydon,…Continue Reading
Khalifa Fund Organizes The First Tawasul Forum For 2020 In Abu Dhabi
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) organized the first edition of the Tawasul Forum in 2020 on January 29 in Abu Dhabi. The Forum was attended by a variety of Emirati entrepreneurs, who are both…Continue Reading