Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 05, 2020: . H.E. Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, Chairman, Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre:. “Through the passion and ambition of the UAE’s youth and the visionary policies of the wise leadership of our nation, we have realised the Arab dream of exploring Mars. The announcement by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and... ... Read more
July 04, 2020: Millie Bobby Brown can now add jewellery codesigner to an already impressive list of titles, which includes being the face of and ambassador for Pandora Me, when the latest range of jewellery launches globally on 2 July.Brown collaborated with Pandora’s designers and creative directors to codesign four dangle charms and an earring sold as a single stud as part of the range of new Pandora Me jewellery, inspired by ... ... Read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 04, 2020: H.E.Vipul, Consul General, Consulate of India, Dubai, handed over the air ticket to Ms Athira Narayanan, who was without any job and income for the past three months. She was one of the passengers of the special chartered flight from Dubai to Kochi organized as part of their CSR initiative by J&J Marketing LLC to repatriate 185 Indians. This fully... ... Read more
** There’s a Skin Republic mask for everyone! ** Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 02, 2020: Drenched in nutrient-packed serums, sheet masks are skincare powerhouses ready to nourish your skin. For people who are new to sheet masks and even regular users, finding the best face mask for your type of skin can be daunting given the variety of face masks available in the market. With Skin Republic, you’ll find... ... Read more
Decision-makers concerned with economic disruption 20 percent more likely to plan increased spending. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 2, 2020 – Today’s macro-economic disruption has failed to dampen digital transformation plans, with 52 percent* of companies stating they will increase their spending on digital transformation, according to a global research study from IFS. . While many people might assume that respondents concer... ... Read more
Ajman-UAE: July 02, 2020 – Ajman University (AU), for the 3rd year in a row, has made another one of QS Intelligence Unit’s elite list of rankings. . Every summer, the QS Intelligence Unit launches the “Top 50 Under 50”, which showcases the world’s best universities under 50 years of age. Once again, Ajman University is on the “Next 100” portion of that list, thereby putting it among the &... ... Read more
Lifestyle
The sum of exceptional savoir-faire of the Parmigiani Fleurier Manufacture
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 05, 2020: "We would like to congratulate the FHH on the creation of the new Watches & Wonders digital platform. Our Manufacture is proud to be part of this new project and introduce the Toric Slate Tourbillon, a timepiece that embodies our values: high horology and a contemporary interpretation of ......
July 04, 2020: Millie Bobby Brown can now add jewellery codesigner to an already impressive list of titles, which includes being the face of and ambassador for Pandora Me, when the latest range of jewellery launches globally on 2 July.
Brown collaborated with Pandora’s designers and creative directors to codesign four dangle charms and an earring sold as a single stud as part of the range of new Pandora Me jewellery, ......
** There’s a Skin Republic mask for everyone! **
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 02, 2020: Drenched in nutrient-packed serums, sheet masks are skincare powerhouses ready to nourish your skin. For people who are new to sheet masks and even regular users, finding the best face mask for your type of skin can be daunting given the variety of face masks available in the market. With Skin Republic, ......
July 01, 2020: A year after its official launch, Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet continues to evolve with five new Selfwinding date, hour, minute and second references and five new Selfwinding Chronograph models. Adorned with complex lacquered dials and a palette of deep colours, these novelties offer a new contemporary twist to this timeless round watch.
Rising to a new challenge, Audemars Piguet craftspeople have affirmed ......
**GOBARE: the perfect versatile shaving device for convenience and comfort**
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 01, 2020: With pools and beaches now open for us all to enjoy this Summer, it’s time to get your post-lockdown pamper on, to de-fuzz and show the best version of you. One way to make this happen as quickly, cheaply and most importantly, painless as possible, is with Magnitone London.
The ......
Fashion
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 05, 2020: Get glamorous this Eid with Steve Madden's latest collection of festive fancies. Rich in details and embellished with a festive vibe, it is sure to complement your outfit perfectly.
Be it the scintillating metallics on block heels or the striking stilettos, Steve Madden curates the perfect blend of modesty and class. While rhinestones make a visible statement on everything ......
Launching for the Spring 2021 season, the special-edition capsule collection will fuse KARL LAGERFELD’s iconic aesthetic with Kenneth Ize’s heritage prints and craftsmanship.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 05, 2020: KARL LAGERFELD is pleased to announce it will collaborate with fashion designer Kenneth Ize, to introduce a capsule collection for the Spring 2021 season. The special-edition pieces will be available at ......
Not without my arm candy!
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 29, 2020: Your outfit is never complete without a good bag. So, just like you keep a watch out for trends in clothes and shoes, check out what's trending in bags too. The current bag trend is all about shape and the box bag is topping this trend.
Let's welcome the splurge worthy box bags from Steve Madden that add instant polish to absolutely any ......
Enjoy a great discount of about 30-75% on selected items across all their stores in the UAE and online too!
June 28, 2020 - Dubai, UAE: Love saving dirhams but love shopping too? Look no further, Dubai Summer Surprise is here! UAE’s chic casualwear brand, Springfield, is back with a bang this summer. Modern, stylish and genuine clothing with an attitude for real people in their day to day ......
An escape, with 'La Pause' Spring / Summer 2020 collection
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 28, 2020: A break taken between past and future, a moment in which one finds themselves. Playful romance, modern femininity, combined with an edge - breaking down the lines between a strong feminine and active wardrobe. Uncomplicated, seamless looks provide a sense of ease and choice to a modern lifestyle. ......
Technology
By Ahmed Ben Messaoud, Country Manager of Ericsson Bahrain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 07, 2020: There is a unique power in technology that encourages creativity and transforms people’s lives, businesses and the society. As an unprecedented crisis has had a substantial impact on people, consumers see resilient networks as a vital help in coping with everyday life. People today are more connected than ever ......
In the recent past, many companies in different sectors of the economy have embraced digital transformation, i.e. using modern technologies to carry out processes, operations, and vendor-client relationships within an organization. Examples of such transformations include market automation, cloud computing, AI-driven processes and operations, and e-commerce. Due to these transformations, no company is immune to cybercrime. According to the ......
Intelligent smartphone features exceptional photography elements
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 01, 2020: As young consumers continue to look for important upgrades to the camera experience in their smartphone devices, global technology brand, HONOR, brings the latest innovations users need with the newly released HONOR 9A. Equipped with the All-Round Triple Camera and Front Selfie Camera, HONOR 9A offers ......
Automobile
UAE leads the way in change readiness for technology infrastructure, mobile data speeds and individual readiness
Dubai, UAE, 7 July, 2020 - The United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranks among the top 10 countries in the world for the third consecutive year when it comes to readiness to accommodate driverless vehicles, according to KPMG’s 2020 Autonomous Vehicles Readiness Index (AVRI). The third edition of the study, which evaluates the ......
G90 special-edition “Stardust” model will be available for the first time ever
Dubai, United Arab Emirates July, 07, 2020: Genesis has announced the launch of its flagship G90 luxury sedan as a special-edition “Stardust” model.
The G90 tops the Genesis brand’s luxury car line-up, and is highly regarded for its cutting-edge technology, refinement and luxurious appointments.
The ......
• Platform allows customers to discover design and features of Kia vehicles from comfort of their homes
• Live video sessions include one-on-one consultations and on-demand demonstrations
• Digital experience reinforces Kia’s commitment to customer value-led innovations under its ‘Plan S’ strategy
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 7, 2020 — Kia Motors Corporation has announced ......
Food Industry
It doesn’t get any fresher than this! The City’s favorite plant-based café launches their new Summer Menu!
From left to right: Smoky Pepper Dip, Summer Protein Bowl , Lemon Tart, Summer Green Smoothie, Tiramisu, Walnuts Cake, Sexy Red, Pad Thai, Pink Earth Bowl, Tzatziki, Drive me Mango, Wild Burger, Matcha Chia Pudding
July 2020, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The summer heat is back in full ......
- Recent webinar examined Dubai’s advantages to Russian food exporters and attracted 131 participants from the UAE, Russia, Eurasia and Africa.
- Dubai’s food imports from Russia reached $305 million in 2019, while Dubai’s food exports to Russia amounted to $114 million.
- Khan: Dubai Chamber is seeing growing interest on the part of food producers in Russia who are keen to leverage Dubai as a ......
Real Estate & Retail
Unbelievable savings on new season stock from brands including Adidas, Reebok, Ted Baker, Guess, M&S and much more at Dubai Festival City Mall and Dubai Festival Plaza
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 05 July 2020: Kicking off on 9th July as part of Dubai's highly anticipated summer shopping extravaganza, Dubai Summer Surprises, Al-Futtaim Malls is launching a dedicated shopping zone, Festival Souk, giving customers the chance ......
The new and unique set up is set to serve 3 emirates namely – Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 30, 2020: Union Coop, the largest consumer cooperative in the UAE announced the opening of a new branch with a different concept in the Al Tayy area. Due to the strategic location and ease of connectivity, this new branch will serve the emirates of Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman, providing them ......
Travel, Tourism and Hotels
WIZZ AIR TO OPERATE TWO ROUTES TO ABU DHABI STARTING IN JULY, AND THREE MORE STARTING IN SEPTEMBER
Abu Dhabi, UAE - 6 July 2020: Wizz Air and Abu Dhabi Airports have celebrated the arrival of Wizz Air’s first scheduled Wizz Air Hungary flight to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Marking a great milestone in Wizz Air’s history and further strengthening of Abu Dhabi’s connectivity and ......
Al Ain based company underscores its position as a reliable partner to fabricate full IBF package following assembly line success on the same component
Al Ain, UAE – 06 July, 2020: Strata Manufacturing (Strata), the advanced composite aero structures manufacturing facility wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company PJSC, has successfully delivered 100 shipsets of the assembled A350-900 Inboard Flaps (IBF).
Having ......
Banking and Investments
By Ron Beck, Marketing Strategy Director, Aspen Technology, Inc.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 07, 2020: “Digital twin” is not a new term, but paired with advancements in AI, it’s increasingly valuable in transforming industrial operations, creating additional business value. The digital twin, which produces an evolving profile of an asset or process in a plant, captures insights on performance acro......
Deloitte releases 2020 tech trends report
6 July, 2020 - Deloitte’s 11th annual report on technology trends captures the intersection of digital technologies, human experiences, and increasingly sophisticated analytics and artificial intelligence technologies in the modern enterprise. The report explores digital twins, the new role technology architects play in business outcomes, and affective computing-driven “human expe......
Education and Trainings
• Top performers Aya Abu Ahmad, Dana Abu Alfailat and Jana El Khatib all scored 41 points each
• 40% of the Class of 2020 attained 36 points or higher
DUBAI, UAE; July 6, 2020: Raffles World Academy (RWA) staff and students were thrilled with the graduating Class of 2020’s performance at this year’s IB Diploma Programme. The top performing students are Aya Abu Ahmad, Dana Abu Alfailat and Jana El ......
• GEMS students outperform international averages, achieving average pass rate of 94.5 per cent and average point score of 34
• Three students achieve a perfect score of 45, putting them in top performing 1 per cent across the world
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 06, 2020: GEMS Education students studying the International Baccalaureate (IB) have once again performed above international ......
Government, Legal and Charity
• First phase of programme featured a Training and Mentorship Academy organised by Dubai Startup Hub in partnership with Dtec, followed by a pitch competition
• 30 Emirati entrepreneurs took part in the programme, while the top 5 winners received one-on-one mentorship support
Dubai, UAE 07 July 2020: Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and Dubai Technology Entrepreneur ......
• Distinction in Dubai’s public libraries services and interaction with the public during the COVID-19 pandemic
• An integrated work system to support library staff and communicate with them during the closure
• Rich programmes to maintain the audience’s interaction with libraries and reading as a daily habit
• Supporting local writers and promoting their literary works through the ‘Introducing a ......
Events and Exhibitions
Dubai- 07 July, 2020: IMG Worlds of Adventure one of the largest indoor theme parks announces the reopening of the park from the 10th July 2020 with a limited time offer entry price of AED 20 for UAE residents and pay as you go for all attractions at 25AED per ride. IMG Worlds will reopen with extra safety precautions & the highest safety measures in place according to the safety guidelines of Dubai Department of Economic Development ......
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 07, 2020: Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in association with the Dubai Sports Council, mark the official opening of the 10th edition of Dubai Sports World (DSW). The UAE’s most anticipated sporting event will run until 3rd October 2020. DWTC has transformed its halls into playing fields - from basketball, tennis and badminton courts to football and cricket pitches, among others, which are open ......
Healthcare, Fitness and Medicine
• Honeywell’s Healthy Buildings solutions help building owners comply with new hygiene and social distancing policies and enable business continuity
• Honeywell’s #HealthyBuildings Score provides owners with real-time insights based on indoor air quality, safety, security, sanitation and compliance metrics
• Honeywell solutions can be tailored to the unique needs of commercial buildings, airports, hospitality, ......
Sharjah, July 7, 2020: The Health Promotion Department, HPD, at the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah (SCFA) has recently launched the “Sohbati 2020” Program in collaboration with the University of Sharjah.
This year’s edition is being held remotely through a number of training workshops by health education specialists. The program aims to spread health awareness among adolescents and to encourage ......
Other Top Stories
● LIXIL EMENA has set itself the goal of creating plastic-free product packaging for its GROHE brand by 2021
● Thanks to the initiative, approx.10 million plastic packaging could already be saved until today
● Cooperation with Pacific Garbage Screening (PGS) supports common vision to reduce the environmental impact of plastic waste
7 July 2020 - In 2018, GROHE, a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen fittings, launched its initiative to replace plastic in product packaging with more sustainable alternatives. Until ......read more
The second annual report for the implementation of the Ras Al Khaimah Energy Efficiency and Renewables Strategy 2040 was released on the newly launched Reem website.
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, July 06, 2020: Ras Al Khaimah Energy Efficiency and Renewables Strategy 2040 has completed its second year of implementation in 2019. Last week Ras Al Khaimah Municipality released the second edition of the annual report for the strategy. The report describes progress of the strategy, including achievements, new initiatives and expected developments in the coming ......read more
Successfully renewed three ISO certifications in Quality Management System, Environmental Management System and Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
Dubai, UAE, 06 July 2020: Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, announced that it has successfully renewed three ISO certifications in Quality Management System (ISO 9001: 2015), Environmental Management System (ISO 14001: 2015), and Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSAS 18001: 2007), that are related to internationally ......read more
Complementary portfolios and technology strengths to ensure continuity, enhance customer value and bring growth opportunities.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 01, 2020: In accordance with the agreement signed on December 17, 20181 , Hitachi Ltd. and ABB Ltd today announced the completion of all required procedures as planned, and the formation of Hitachi ABB Power Grids Ltd. Hitachi has an 80.1 percent stake in this new joint venture entity (which has business volume of approximately 10 billion USD2 ) and ABB holds the balance.
Toshikazu Nishino, Executive ......read more
• Dubai Startup Hub Market Access programme’s second cohort attracted 44 startup submissions, 55% of which came from outside the UAE
• Corporate members Emirates NBD, Sumitomo and Accenture team up with 9 startups offering cutting-edge solutions to existing challenges
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 01, 2020: Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has announced the successful conclusion of the Market Access programme’s second cohort, which saw several high-potential startups joining ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 01, 2020: The dual crisis engendered by the conflict over production levels within OPEC + and the reduced demand caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted a global, sector-wide downturn in the Oil and Gas (O&G) industry that has left the oil-dependent economies vulnerable in terms of fiscal revenue. Demand for oil has fallen by over 18 percent since the beginning of the year, leading to a steep decline of more than 70 percent in the price of oil. Deloitte has just released its new report, Impact of oil industry crisis on the GCC and ......read more
BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Ranking reveals strong brands across categories prove resilient to extreme stress
Just launched, the report examines pandemic impact and implications for future growth
• Investment in marketing and brand-building critical for business recovery post-COVID-19
• Innovation and creativity key drivers of growth as BrandZ Top 100’s total worth hits $5 trillion and delivers US$277bn in additional brand value growth
• Amazon maintains no. 1 spot and accounts for a third of the Top 100 total growth
• TikTok ......read more
Calligaris collection includes fabric and leather beds with contemporary and welcoming shapes, available in a large variety of colors. Also available in the "container" version, which offers extra space, accessible without effort thanks to an easy and safe mechanism.
SLEEPING
In the sleeping area, the sober elegance of Calligaris is best expressed, leaving space for sleep, dreams and intimacy with beds and furniture that tiptoe into the room.
Calligaris beds are the result of the desire to offer everyone an island of well-being, which reflects the ......read more
Dubai, UAE, 29 June 2020: As part of its efforts to raise awareness about the importance of adopting sustainability practices and provide environment friendly district cooling services, Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) has launched a consumption rationalization campaign under the theme ’ Set your AC at 24°C Auto and Save’. The campaign will run until the end of summer and aims to encouraging its customers to rationalize the district cooling consumption during the summer season by setting the air- conditioner thermostat at 24°C, as well as ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 29, 2020: As the summer temperatures continue to rise, it’s time to unleash your wild side and bring a bit of sunshine into your home. Give your interiors a sweet taste of the exotic with the latest collection from 2XL Furniture & Home Décor that will transform your living space into a tropical paradise.
Inspired by the warm and vibrant colors of faraway lands, the new tropical collection features a wide range of home furnishings and unique accessories that can instantly uplift your interiors and give you a holiday vibe all ......read more
Say goodbye to traditional white ceilings and create a striking interior with a wallpapered ceiling by Sedar Global
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 29, 2020: Forget accent walls statement ceilings are the new hot interior trend. The ceiling rarely plays the starring role in a room. It is often forgotten, or simply given a simple whitewash. However, according to wallpaper specialists Sedar Global, the fifth wall is becoming more mainstream. Nahel Selo Creative Director at Sedar Global comments “with people spending more time in the home than ever before, wallpapered ......read more
- Dubai Chamber webinar attended by over 130 business leaders from the UAE, Mozambique and Southern Africa
- Event familiarised Dubai-based companies with competitive advantages of doing business in Mozambique and process of setting up in the African country
- Khan: Dubai-based companies that have the right level of expertise and investments to fill gaps in the Mozambican market
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 29, 2020: Mozambique is on its way to becoming one of the world’s largest energy producers, and its growing ......read more
New Analysis by Boston Consulting Group Reveals That the COVID-19 Crisis May Have Accelerated Peak Demand for Fossil Fuel by More Than a Decade, Causing It to Reach Its Zenith in 2019
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 28, 2020: As the short-term economic fallout of the global COVID-19 pandemic becomes increasingly visible, recent research by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) suggests that the crisis may have a significant long-term impact on global energy markets. Most notably, it may have caused demand for fossil fuels to reach its peak last year. BCG’s article, ......read more
3,339 panels covering 2,000 Sqm to result in approximate cost savings worth AED 158,000 annually
Dubai, UAE, 28th June 2020: Emirates Insolaire, a pioneer in the development and application of new solar technologies and a joint venture of Dubai Investments PJSC and Swissinso SA, Switzerland has announced the undertaking of the installation of solar panels at the DEWA Innovation Centre project, part of Dubai's Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park (MBR Solar Park), being developed as the largest single-site solar park in the world based on the independent power ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 27, 2020: A coffee table is more than just a place to put down your coffee or books. It’s that sacred corner of the home where the most important decisions take place, and definitely some beautiful memories are made there too.
One might wonder what color, shape and size is best for the right coffee table, and Natuzzi Italia’s vast collection of coffee tables will ease this dilemma of you. Be it a square, rectangle, round, trapezial or any other shape, every table from the house of Natuzzi were crafted to ......read more
By Ole Hansen, Head of Commodity Strategy Saxo Bank
Crude oil's rally to the highest levels since early March has paused with the technical outlook beginning to look more challenging. The attention has for now turned from OPEC+ and successful production cuts to concerns that a renewed spike in COVID-19 cases may slow the process towards a further recovery in global demand. On tap today we have EIA's weekly inventory report at 14:30 GMT.
What is our trading focus?
OILUKAUG20 – Brent Crude Oil (August)
OILUSAUG20 – WTI Crude Oil (August)
XOP:arcx – ......read more
• PAN Emirates Home Furnishings unveils its latest collection
• PAN Emirates Home Furnishings showrooms in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Fujairah in the UAE.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates 25 June 2020: PAN Emirates PAN Emirates Home Furnishings, the leading home-grown indoor, patio and outdoor furniture brand in the region, invites you to explore the fabulous new collection across its showrooms in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Fujairah or shop through the online store.
The new collection consists of a wide range of ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 25, 2020: Cyril Abiteboul, Managing Director of the Renault DP World F1 team and Keith Pelley, CEO of the European Tour, open up over the challenges they have faced and the important decisions they have had to make in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, as part of a three episode mini-series produced by their partner in common, DP World.
The conversation highlights the contrasting personalities of each CEO, but also shines a light on their shared approach to progressive leadership and their determination to ensure sport continues to deliver for ......read more
• Providing reliable power supply to Ramadi, Fallujah, Saqlawyah, Khalediyah cities and surrounding areas in Al Anbar governorate
• Enabling efficient transmission and a higher utilization of Al Anbar power plant’s generated power to support demand growth
Siemens Energy and the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity have signed a contract for the Al Hamudhia substation, which will provide reliable and efficient power supply to the cities of Ramadi, Fallujah, Saqlawyah, Khalediyah and surrounding areas in Al Anbar governorate, North West of ......read more
Abu Dhabi, UAE. 22 June 2020: ADNOC Distribution, the UAE’s largest fuel and convenience store retailer, has been named the No1. retail brand in the region in the Forbes Middle East Top 100 Companies 2020.
Compiled of the largest and most successful listed companies in the region, the validation comprises in-depth research and data from all stock exchanges in Arab countries, and analysis of market value, sales, assets and profits. ADNOC Distribution, ranking at number 52 overall, is one of 21 UAE companies to be listed, with GCC companies accounting for 90% of the ......read more
