Ports have ‘a major role’ in delivering greener future: UAE
Port authorities around the world have a major role in supporting sustainable economic growth and delivering a greener future, according to experts and executives. Meeting in Abu Dhabi for the annual 7th Edition of Port Authorities Roundtable (PAR 2022) from May 31 to June 2, were port authorities from territories as diverse […]
Jubail Island gains ground as eco-friendly destination
The UAE’s Jubail Island has highlighted five ways through which it is helping improve the environment as part of its commitment to protect the biodiversity and wildlife and become an eco-friendly destination. Since the first facilities at Jubail Island were opened to the public in January 2020, steps have been taken by Jubail Island to […]
Dubai Sustainable Tourism celebrates sustainable initiatives on World Environment Day
Dubai Sustainable Tourism (DST), part of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), celebrated sustainable practices across the city to mark the 50th World Environment Day, as it strives to further enhance Dubai’s position as a leading sustainable destination. From desert conservation reserves, to sustainable restaurateurs and eco-hotels, to cultural pursuits and eco-tourism attractions, DET […]
IIFA Awards 2022: Vicky Kaushal, Kriti Sanon, Pankaj Tripathi win big in Abu Dhabi
It was a full house at the Etihad Arena located in Abu Dhabi’s leading entertainment destination Yas Island as Bollywood stars gathered for a power-packed evening, celebrating Hindi cinema. The much-awaited International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) weekend and awards took place on June 3-4, kickstarting with the technical awards given away on June 3, followed […]
Samana’s 202-unit Dubai residential project set for handover
UAE-based Samana Developers has announced that work was nearing completion on its first residential project in Dubai, Samana Hills – featuring 202 apartments with a mix of studios and one-bedroom units – and was on track for handover this month. The Emirati developer said the AED110 million ($30 million) Samana Hills, launched in 2019, was […]
UAE: Sustainability at the heart of Etihad Rail network
By taking proactive steps, Etihad Rail and Environment Agency — Abu Dhabi (EAD) have been ensuring the highest sustainability standards in the construction of the UAE national rail network, a top official said. Marking the World Environment Day, Khuloud Al Mazrouei, deputy project manager at Etihad Rail, said that the partnership with EAD has resulted […]
EFG Hermes plays key role in Borouge’s $2bln ADX listing
EFG Hermes, a leading investment bank franchise in Frontier Emerging Markets (FEM), has announced that its investment banking division successfully concluded its role as joint bookrunner on Borouge’s $2 billion initial public offering (IPO) on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). The transaction marks the largest-ever listing in Abu Dhabi’s history since Adnoc Drilling’s $1.1 […]
Abu Dhabi expo, meetings sector stages strong comeback
Abu Dhabi’s events sector witnessed a strong and lively comeback in May as the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions centre (Adnec) played host to a number of major international conferences and events. Adnec, the largest exhibition and conference centre in the Middle East and North Africa, hosted 10 major local and international events, including five […]
RTA opens Dubai-Al Ain road following $544mln revamp work
Dubai has announced the official opening of the road linking Al Ain following the completion of revamp work at a total cost of AED2 billion ($544 million). The scope of the Dubai-Al Ain Road Improvement Project spans 17 km from the intersection of Emirates Road to the intersection of Ras Al Khor Road along the […]
Abu Dhabi-listed Fujairah Cement Industries gets nod to withdraw from Boursa Kuwait
UAE-based producer Fujairah Cement Industries is marking its last day of trading on Boursa Kuwait today. The company has already obtained the approval of Capital Market Authority-Kuwait for the voluntary withdrawal of its shares from the Kuwaiti stock market, according to a disclosure on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). “November 30, 2022 will be […]