Flydubai to resume flights to Kabul
Dubai-based carrier flydubai will resume flights to Kabul International Airport (KBL) in Afghanistan next month. From November 15, 2023, the carrier will operate a double-daily service from Terminal 2 at Dubai International (DXB). The schedule of these flights is below: Flight Number Departure Airport Arrival Airport Departure Time Arrival Time FZ 301 DXB KBL 04:25 […]
Abu Dhabi launches trials for automated rapid transit project
Abu Dhabi has launched the pilot phase of the Automated Rapid Transit (ART) project on Abu Dhabi Island. The move is part of a broader strategy by the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) to develop an integrated and smart public transportation system that supports local development. The ITC […]
DHL to acquire remaining shares in Danzas AEI Emirates
DHL Global Forwarding (DHL) has signed an agreement to acquire the remaining shares in Danzas AEI Emirates from Investment Trading Group. Both entities have been managing the company through a joint venture since 1995, with Investment Trading Group holding 60 per cent of the shares. A logistics and transport services provider for Dubai and the […]
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, […]
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 […]
UAE, China’s Hainan province sign private-sector agreements to enhance trade
The UAE and China’s Hainan Province have expanded bilateral trade and investment ties through the signing of four significant private-sector agreements, as per state news agency WAM. The signing ceremony took place during the Hainan Promotion Conference in Dubai and featured the presence of Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for […]
DP World to develop Tuna-Tekra Kandla container terminal
DP World , a global leader in supply chain solutions, has signed a concession agreement with India’s Deendayal Port Authority to develop, operate and maintain a new 2.19 million TEU per annum mega-container terminal at Tuna-Tekra Kandla in Gujarat. The concession agreement was signed between Mr. S. K. Mehta, Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority and […]
Dubai’s taxi sector posts 10% growth rate in trips for H1 2023: RTA
The taxi sector in Dubai has experienced a substantial growth rate of 10 per cent during the first half of 2023 in comparison to the same period last year, reported the Roads and Transport Authority. Adel Shakri, director of Planning and Business Development at RTA’s Public Transport Agency commented on the performance. “This key sector […]
Dubai Customs increases services as vacation travellers return to UAE
Dubai Customs said it has stepped up its readiness to ensure the smooth movement of homecoming passengers during the post-summer vacation period. The Passenger Operations Department of Dubai Customs said it had made preparations to facilitate procedures and speed up the flow of arrivals through the Dubai International Airport (DXB). Dubai Customs ramps up […]
UAE, Japan sign 23 deals during PM Kishida’s visit to Abu Dhabi
The UAE and Japan have inked 23 agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) during the UAE-Japan Business Forum, which was held today. The agreements aim to bolster economic, trade and investment ties between the two countries in the fields of energy, industry, advanced technology, artificial intelligence, space, health, transport, environmental conservation and circular economy. […]