United Arab Emirates - 27 July 2021:  The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Wetlands International launched the Waterbird Populations Portal (WPP), an online interactive platform containing the most recent data on the status and distribution of the world’s waterbird populations. The launch was held at a global webinar, organised by the Wetlands International in partnership with EAD. The Agency provided financial support for the development of the portal which was launched followed by a panel discussion. The discussion featured a leading international panel including representatives from the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS), the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), African Eurasian Migratory Bird Agreement (AEWA), East Asian – Australasian Flyway (EAAF) Site Network, West/Central Asian Flyway Site Network, ......
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Dubai, UAE - 26, July 2021: Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, announced that it has awarded the main construction contract to build its new permanent plant at Al Khail Gate with a total value of more than AED 133 million. Construction has already begun and is managed under the direct supervision of Empower's in-house projects team. The new advanced plant will have a total capacity of 32,000 refrigeration tones (RT) that will cover the Al Khail Gate development, which is, yet one of Dubai’s vital residential projects comprises 33 buildings with 5665 units. Empower emphasized that it would go on directing well-informed investments towards expanding its operations in Dubai. This echoes the company’s commitment towards the modernization and development plans devised for its facilities ......
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• Environmentally and socially responsible sourcing  • Organic materials and GREENGUARD Gold Certified furniture • Breath of fresh air for Majid Al Futtaim’s home and décor category     Dubai, UAE - July 25, 2021: Sized down yet still effortlessly stylish, the furniture, décor and more at Crate & Kids has been designed especially for little ones – and the parents who love to play and create with them. The homeware brand is owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim in the UAE, offering modern designs for today’s families whilst inspiring future generations to imagine a world beyond four blank walls.   The Spring-Summer Collection from Crate & Kids foregrounds creativity, personality and peace of mind. As the homeware category shifts gears in the UAE with a priority on health and wellbeing inside and outside of ......
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MillerKnoll, now one of the largest and most influential modern design companies in the world, is uniquely positioned to catalyse the transformation of the industry and redefine modern design   UAE: 22 July 2021:  Herman Miller (NASDAQ: [MLHR / TICKER]) today announced that, after completing the acquisition of Knoll, Inc. (“Knoll”) on 19 July, 2021, the combined company will move forward as MillerKnoll. Herman Miller and Knoll, along with their legacy brands, will continue forward as part of MillerKnoll. In addition, MillerKnoll will have a new operating model that will ensure strong brand ownership, transforming the industry and redefining modern design.    “We are excited to introduce MillerKnoll, a collective of dynamic brands coming together to design the world we live in,” said Andi Owen, President and Chief ......
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18 July 2021:  Samsung Gulf Electronics has announced that ‘The Frame 2021’ is now available for purchase across the UAE. Consumers today expect experiences tailored to their needs, personal tastes, and style, with Samsung’s Lifestyle TV category offering screens designed for every consumer and every space. The Frame, in particular, is an elegant work of art that will give any space the inspiration it deserves. Mustafa Sadick, Regional Director, Head of Visual Display Group, Samsung Gulf Electronics, said: “The Frame’s official introduction to the UAE market is a major moment for those that value art and entertainment. As an endlessly personalizable innovation, the latest generation of The Frame is a canvas that mirrors one’s style and what they love. We are proud to have delivered a TV that fulfills consumer’s desire to be nothing ......
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July 15, 2021:  National Geographic is making a splash this July with the ninth annual SHARK! (previously SHARKFEST) on National Geographic Wild. The must-sea summer event swims onto screens on Monday, July 19th, with two weeks of fin-tastic specials, all highlighting the captivating science and stunning cinematic visuals of the apex predators. The event kicks off with the premiere of SHARK BEACH WITH CHRIS HEMSWORTH at 8:30PM UAE / 7:30 PM KSA. The one-hour documentary special follows the global movie star as he embarks on a personal mission to investigate how we can live more harmoniously with sharks. Other original SHARK! specials include SHARK ATTACK INVESTIGATION: THE PAIGE WINTER STORY, where experts unpack the details of Winter’s attack and the inspirational story of how the teen remains an advocate for sharks. Adding to the action, find out what happens when two ......
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Sharjah, July 14, 2021:  The Organizational Committee of Ports and Border Points in the Emirate of Sharjah announced the implementation of all recommendations issued by it during the first half of this year related to the development of workflow to improve the general performance of all ports of the emirate, as well as the provision of the necessary facilities for the entry of goods and passengers, while adhering to the necessary precautionary and preventive measures. This came during the 7th periodic meeting held at the Khatmat Milaha Border in Kalba, under the chairmanship of HE Mohammed Ibrahim Al Raisi, Director of Ports and Border Points Affairs, Chairman of the Committee, in the presence of members of the Committee. The meeting reviewed the results of the annual audit of the land ports of the Emirate of Sharjah for the current year and identified the challenges and the ......
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July 14, 2021:  Household cleaning is a chore familiar to all of us. Without a regular cleanse, our homes quickly begin to diminish in terms of appearance and presentability. Dust can build-up, which is particularly unhealthy for families with children. Pet hair can also linger, which is a frequent invenience for those of us with pets. Or perhaps couples with demanding work hours invite friends around on a weekend, but do not have the time they need to clean their home as they would like. Whatever the scenario may be, the need for household cleaning reform is clear to all of us. Yet these examples are not the only repercussions that stems from household cleaning. For generations, the responsibility has also been somewhat tedious and time consuming. Many of us who have not had the tools required to clean our homes effectively and with speed, resigned to ways that fail to provide ......
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• Caters to the Rapidly Increasing Demand for Solar Energy in South Africa  • Brings Cutting Edge Technology and Innovation to the Region     Dubai, UAE - 14 July, 2021:  Trina Solar Co., Ltd., a world leading PV and smart energy total solution provider, has announced today that it will launch a distribution facility in South Africa. This comes as a step that further caters to the company’s overarching expansion strategy to grow ambitiously in the region.    The new facility comes as part of Trina Solar’s commitment to further increase its footprint and presence in Africa to cater to the rapidly growing demand for solar energy in generating power for residential, commercial and industrial needs, in addition to farming and agriculture.   Antonio Jimenez, Managing Director and Vice President for Trina ......
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With a follow-the-sun model, the network of Collaborative Operations Centers offers customers expert customer service and lifecycle management for protection and control systems, 24/7 Dubai, June 13, 2021: Extending its global base of engineering and service centers, Hitachi ABB Power Grids has announced the opening of Collaborative Operations Centers (COC) for grid automation solutions at key regional centers around the world.  In addition, Hitachi ABB Power Grids announced its new lifecycle management program which enables customers to map and track their installed assets. The Grid Automation Shield program will provide up-to-date information about the product lifecycle and associated services required to optimize operations.  Already under development before the pandemic, the network of Collaborative Operations Centers and the Grid Automation Shield program are at ......
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• High level jury for energy industry’s leading awards announced; includes UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources   • 2021 ADIPEC Awards will honour projects, innovators and ideas at the forefront of the energy industry’s transformation as it responds to the accelerating demand for sustainable energy   Abu Dhabi, UAE – 6 July 2021– The deadline for submissions for the 2021 edition of the prestigious ADIPEC Awards has been extended until Monday, July 12, following unprecedented interest in the awards from across the energy industry.    The decision to extend the deadline coincides with the announcement of a high-level jury for this year’s awards, that includes H.E. Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure and H.E. ......
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The premier MENA survey of project professionals takes a deep dive into how successful organisations can nimbly shift during exponential disruption. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 01, July 2021 - Project Management Institute (PMI), the world's leading association for project professionals and changemakers, released its annual Pulse of the Profession® report. Although organisations went through significant disruption in the past year, and many projects were put on hold, the report found that organisations in the MENA region were able to rise to the challenge. In fact, of those projects that did forge ahead, 72% met original goals and business intent. 61% were completed within budget, and 51% on time.  Respondents were asked to characterise their organisation’s approach to ways of working, and nearly a third (32%) said that all possible methods were primarily or ......
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Coinciding with its first-year anniversary, the global technology and market leader   announces that it will be changing its name and corporate brand from October 2021 Dubai – July 1, 2021 – Hitachi ABB Power Grids today announced that it will be evolving to become Hitachi Energy from October 2021. The decision to change name has board and shareholder consent and coincides with the business’ first-year anniversary since it started operations on 1 July, 2020. Hitachi Ltd. has an 80.1 per-cent stake in the joint venture and ABB Ltd. holds the balance. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, the global technology and market leader brings a rich heritage of pioneering breakthroughs, which have helped to increase access to safe, secure, and reliable electricity for more than one century. These range from pio-neering innovations such as long distance commercial ......
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New luxury collection products included as part of up to 40% discount   Dubai, UAE - July 01, 2021: The 24th edition of Dubai’s iconic Dubai Summer Surprises festival kicks off on July 1st and will last well into the summer season ending on September 4th. King Koil, one of the leading mattress brands in the region, will be joining in the merriment by offering massive savings on all products, as well as a weekly raffle draw! Featuring up to 40 % discount on all King Koil products, as well as a weekly raffle draw where 9 lucky winners will receive 50% of their total purchase as cash back, this is one celebration you don’t want to miss. The discount applies to all King Koil’s products including mattresses, sleep accessories such as pillow cases and beddings, and more.  Shoppers can invest in King Koil mattresses this DSS and receive an incredible ......
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25 – 75 percent part-sale on all brands from 1st July till 4th September      July 01, 2021:  The highly anticipated Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2021 will kick off on July first and last until September fourth, and Western Furniture will definitely be a part of the festivities with a 25%-75% part sale on exquisite items from our luxurious Italian brands.   With offerings from top tier brands including Calligaris, Gamma, Gruppo Tomasella, Zanette, Natuzzi Editions, Reflex, Tonin Casa, Miniforms, Bonaldo and Draenert, there’s something for everyone!   This DSS, allow Western Furniture to elevate your surroundings and transform your house into the home of your dreams. Major savings allow you to purchase the luxurious offering without burning a hole in your pockets. After this pandemic you deserve the buy yourself some happiness and there ......
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 Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and France’s EDF sign Letter of Intent ahead of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at UAE-France nuclear cooperation event E-FUSION  Abu Dhabi, UAE – 30 June 2021:  The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has signed a Letter of Intent with France’s electricity company  EDF to develop a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation on research and development (R&D) in the nuclear energy sector.  The collaboration is part of ENEC’s commitment towards progressing the UAE’s nuclear energy industry, supporting innovation, clean electricity production and tackling climate change. The planned MoU will elevate the strategic partnership between the two entities through sharing global expertise and the latest advancements in the nuclear energy sector, as well as exploring the ......
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June 30, 2021: The region’s leading one-stop shop for all home improvement & furnishing needs – Danube Home, launched their all-new Tiles, Bathroom, and Kitchen (TBK) e-catalogue 2021 on the 29th of June at the Danube Home megastore in Al Barsha. From indoor and outdoor furniture to décor, soft furnishing and so much more, Danube Home boasts of a stellar portfolio of products that enhance the lifestyle of their customers. Now with their latest offering in the Bath ware, Tiles, and Kitchen category, Danube Home encourages and urges customers to experience living at its finest. The TBK e-catalogue is available in an extremely easy to navigate, digital format allowing you to explore their diverse product range on any device you prefer. The Group Managing Director, Adel Sajan, said on the occasion, “Often, bathrooms are the most neglected space in a home and ......
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Dubai, UAE, 25 June 2021:  Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) joins the celebration of the World Refrigeration Day which celebrates on 26 June every year. The Day aims to raise awareness and understanding among the general public, of the significant role that the refrigeration and air conditioning industry and technology play in the modern life and society. On the World Refrigeration Day, Empower urged developers and builders to adopt the environmentally friendly District Cooling solutions that reduces carbon emissions and contribute to conserving the natural resources for the future generations to come. District Cooling systems has made revolutionary changes in the air conditioning industry locally and internationally as it reduces the usage of fossil fuel based energy. It uses up to 50% less electricity compare to the conventional air ......
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June 23, 2021:  ABB’s highly efficient electric motors and variable speed drives can help the Middle East reduce CO2 emissions in critical water supply and cooling applications.  Countries across the Middle East are adopting national action plans and strategic initiatives to support a greener economy – many of these initiatives address the need for increased energy efficiency.   Egypt Vision 2030, Saudi vision 2030, Kuwait Vision 2030, UAE Water Security Strategy 2036 and UAE Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals and other initiatives are addressing the impact of climate change in the region and actively seeking energy efficiency improvements.  ABB is working closely with stakeholders in these programs to capture the potential savings that will contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.  The Middle East is already ......
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June 17, 2021:  Before 2020, the phrase “Work from home” was only reserved for freelancers and sick employees, but now it is the common case for most employees given the recent pandemic. It is a true testament to these changing times and how the human race has adapted to them. Natuzzi Italia has a selection of high-tier desks that are just perfect to help you get in that mindset and transform the home space in to the quintessential office environment. Productivity is often enhanced by ambience and surroundings that boost potential – allow Natuzzi’s Italian craftsmanship to be part of that equation.     ...
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