Dubai’s DP World invested $6bn to become supply chain giant
DP World invested more than $6bn to evolve into a comprehensive supply chain player, as the company capitalised on the slow evolution of the supply chain industry to invest in every aspect of the chain, according to CEO, Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem. Speaking at the 21st Arab Media Forum in Dubai, Bin Sulayem said, “In 2016, […]
Flydubai will launch services to Langkawi and Penang
Dubai-based carrier flydubai will launch a daily service to Langkawi and Penang in Malaysia beginning next year. Flights from Dubai’s Terminal 3 to Penang International airport (PEN) and Langkawi International airport (LGK) will start from February 10, 2024. Its services to Langkawi will operate via a short stop in Penang. The carrier will therefore become […]
Dubai: DMCC launches loyalty programme for member companies
DMCC has announced the launch of ‘DMCC Business Rewards’, a new loyalty programme that offers a range of discounts and benefits to its base of more than 23,000 member companies. New and existing DMCC member companies will be able to earn Business Rewards points on company set-up packages, services, business licensing, referrals, visa renewals, and others. […]
Dubai launches family business management programme
Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE has unveiled the Dubai Family Business Management Programme, according to the Government of Dubai Media Office. The programme, which is a project of the Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, seeks to empower and […]
Automechanika Dubai 2023: Biggest-ever edition begins at DWTC
More than 1,800 exhibitors from over 60 countries are converging at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) for Automechanika Dubai 2023. This is the show’s largest edition in its two-decade run. The event, which began today (October 2) will run until October 4. It is witnessing a year-on-year growth in exhibitor participation to the tune of […]
DEWA commissions second unit of 4th phase of Dubai solar park
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has commissioned the 200 megawatt (MW) second unit of the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, with an estimated cost of up to Dhs15.8bn, according to the Government of Dubai Media Office. The fourth phase of the solar park uses the Independent Power Producer model. Iset […]
Sheikh Hamdan unveils Dubai Economic Leadership Program
HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, has launched the Dubai Economic Leadership Program. The new program intends to prepare the next generation of competent Emirati talent to lead Dubai’s vital sectors by enriching them with knowledge of the latest economic trends […]