Abu Dhabi Ports buys two new mobile harbor cranes
As part of a continuing upgrade, Abu Dhabi Ports recently invested in two new mobile harbor cranes to help manage the rising volume of cargo more efficiently and quickly. The new Liebherr cranes were made in Austria and can lift…
Gulf Air, Rotana Hotels host Kuwaiti travel agents, media contingent
Gulf Air (the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier) and Rotana Hotels recently financed a visit to Jordan and Bahrain for Kuwaiti media representatives and travel agents to experience both nations’ iconic attractions. The visitors spent three days experiencing the Gulf…
First 32 land plots in Aldar’s Nareel Island development for sale
Aldar Properties PJSC, a leading listed property development, management and investment company in Abu Dhabi, launched the first sales phase of its Nareel Island development, consisting of 32 land plots, last week. The sale came about after the company held…
Abu Dhabi security-force delegation learns from Rome’s police units
A delegation from Abu Dhabi’s Security Support Department, a police unit, concluded its visit to Rome on Wednesday after learning about the city’s “First Force” division, part of the Italian Carabinieri’s Mobile Unit Division, which is responsible for public security…
Abu Dhabi honors labor force on International Workers’ Day
May 1 marked the globally recognized labor holiday known as International Workers’ Day, and the Directorate General of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Abu Dhabi in Al Ain celebrated by organizing an event for all cleaners and day laborers who…
Ethan Allen Design Center opens in Qatar
An Ethan Allen Design Center has opened its doors in the Medina Centrale this week in Doha, Qatar, the company said on Tuesday. “Ethan Allen is America’s classic design brand,” Farooq Kathwari, Ethan Allen’s chairman and CEO, said. “And just…
Qatar Airways official called for continued Open Skies debate
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker spoke about the continuing U.S. Open Skies debate during a Washington D.C. news conference this week.
Qatar Green Building Council to release healthy city guide
The Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC) is developing a resource guide titled “Doha: A Rough Guide to Healthy Cities.”
U.S. businesses sought as long-term partners for Oman Rail project
Project leaders for the proposed Oman Rail, the diesel-powered national railway network poised to transform the Gulf region, seeks a multitude of long-term American business partners to complete what will become a key geostrategic multi-modal shipping hub connecting the GCC,…
APM Terminals releases first quarter earnings
APM Terminals recently reported it delivered a $215 million profit and a return on invested capital of 12.9 percent in the first quarter of 2015.
Cayan Tower offers modern living in luxury setting
This modern and unique residence in the Cayan Tower in Dubai Marina offers the best of modern living with a definite luxury feel. The home features a living cum dining room overlooking the marina and The Palm Jumeirah.
Emirates Strategic Planning Association to host annual conference
The Emirates Strategic Planning Association — with the support of Lt. Gen. HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, deputy prime minister and minister of interior and president emeritus of the association — will host its third annual conference Monday.
Wynyard Group sees growth as it brings crime-fighting software to GCC clients
Crime is evolving. As technological breakthroughs make global commerce faster and more connected – the criminal underworld has kept up, finding ways to harness new technology to commit ever more complex crimes.
Honeywell survey shows UAE airline passengers want technology
As more technologies are being offered in-flight and at airports, a recent survey conducted by Honeywell in the United Arab Emirates shows passengers are relying on those technologies for a stress-free travel experience.
Cerner celebrates 25 years in the Middle East
Global health care information technology leader Cerner took on its first Middle East client, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSH&RC) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 25 years ago.
Talent, creativity are focus of MENA Festival of Media
The first-ever Festival of Media MENA (Middle East-North Africa) conference, a global event with sites in Europe, Latin America and Asia, took place recently with industry leaders from media companies such as Google, Facebook and MediaCom discussing trends that are shaping…
Abu Dhabi International Book fair highlights cultural activities
The Ministry of the Interior hosted a cultural event this week as part of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2015.
Women to dominate Saudi Arabia’s event organizing industry in future
Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry organization committee notices huge increase in female planners
Mediterranean-style villa available in Jumeirah Village Triangle area
Sotheby International Realty recently listed a 2 bedroom, 3.5 bath Mediterranean-style villa for sale in Dubai’s Jumeirah Village Triangle.
Fully furnished studio available with stunning lake view at Jumeirah Lake Towers
A fully furnished studio apartment with fabulous lake views awaits buyers at Lake Terrace in Jumeirah Lake Towers.