Dubai’s Emirates steps up cabin crew hiring in 30 cities worldwide
Dubai’s long-haul operator Emirates Airline has stepped up its recruitment drive as it continues to ramp up operations across its global network amid easing of travel restrictions. In a statement on Tuesday, the airline said its hiring team is making stops in 30 cities worldwide to recruit new cabin crew members over the next six […]
Emirates Food Industries launches Hayatna a 100% emirati range of products
Emirates Food Industries (EFI) has launched Hayatna dairy products in UAE under its subsidiary National Dairy. National Dairy is an emirati company that offers a wide range of food products that are locally and internationally sourced and produced using the latest technology at the highest levels of industrial standards. Hayatna has a range of […]
Ithmaar Holding’s profits down 87% in Q1-22
The net profits attributable to the equity holders of Ithmaar Holding retreated by 87.2% to $1.13 million in the first quarter (Q1) of 2022, compared to $8.86 million in the same quarter of 2021, according to the company’s interim consolidated financials. The company’s operating income increased by 14.7% to $55.30 million in Q1-22 from $48.23 […]
Gulf Navigation Holding sees lower profits in Q1-22
The net profits attributable to the owners of Gulf Navigation Holding (GNH) plunged to AED 1.65 million in the first quarter (Q1) of 2022 from AED 80.13 million in the corresponding period in 2021, according to the company’s unaudited consolidated financials. The company’s operating revenues rose by 13% year-on-year (YoY) to AED 35.06 million in […]
No UAE visa stamping on passports: Separate Emirates ID, residency renewal service suspended
The Federal Authority of Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) has announced the suspension of the separate Emirates ID issuance/renewal services for all categories of residents except for Dubai, starting from May 16, 2022. The authority pointed out that the unified form services will be used in applications or requests for issuance or renewal […]
Abu Dhabi-listed pharma Julphar more than doubles sales after turnaround plan
Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries (Julphar), one of the region’s biggest drug manufacturers, swung to a net profit in the first quarter of 2022 as sales more than doubled following a “strategic turnaround plan”. Net profit for the quarter reached 1.9 million dirhams ($517,000), compared to a loss of 29.2 million dirhams in the same period last […]
Dubai’s Airport Show to set pace for industry growth
The 21st edition of the Airport Show, the world’s largest annual airport event, opening in Dubai tomorrow (May 17) will showcase the latest solutions from around the world that will shape the future of the industry. Set to be the driving force for the global aviation industry to emerge even stronger after the Covid-19 pandemic, […]
Abu Dhabi’s IHC completes $2bln investment in Adani Group’s green portfolio
based strategic investment company International Holding Company (IHC) has completed the 7.3 billion dirhams ($2 billion) investment in three green-focused companies owned by Indian conglomerate Adani Group, first disclosed last month. The investments are in Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), Adani Transmission Ltd (ATL) and Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) will be exercised via preferential allotments. All […]
Sheikh Mohamed, the art lover who transformed Abu Dhabi’s landscape
The UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has been instrumental in transforming the UAE Capital, Abu Dhabi, into a global centre of art and culture. The iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi is a defining achievement, which is now a haven for creatives. The Capital, with several world-class spaces for art and artists, […]
UAE President receives more condolences from world leaders on passing of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan continues to accept condolences, on the third day, from heads of state, government leaders, and delegates from nations around the world on the passing of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received condolences, at Mushref Palace in Abu […]