AL AIN / WAM The National Space Science and Technology Center (NSSTC) at the United Arab Emirates University has announced the development of the SEO satellite mission, which has reached an advanced stage, as part of its efforts to strengthen national space capabilities in collaboration with the UAE Space Agency. Developed in cooperation with international partners from the People’s Republic …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has affirmed that the UAE’s achievements in the QS World Future Skills Index 2027 reflect the success of its national approach to developing a higher education ecosystem that is closely aligned with national economic development priorities and rapidly adapts to evolving labour market demands and future skill …

DUBAI / WAM Dubai-based carrier flydubai has announced the introduction of a second daily flight to Bangkok from 18th July following strong demand for its recently launched Bangkok service. The additional service comes just weeks after the launch of the carrier’s daily flights to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) on 1st July, offering passengers greater connectivity and more travel options …

ABU DHABI / WAM ADGM Academy (ADGMA), the knowledge of Abu Dhabi’s international financial centre, has published its 2025 Annual Report, demonstrating its role as a strategic enabler of the human capital aspect within the “Capital of Capital” – Abu Dhabi, strengthening the growth of its knowledge economy. The annual report highlighted ADGMA’s measurable progress in developing national talent and …

ABU DHABI / WAM The General Secretariat of the Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation has opened nominations for the award’s 19th edition, to be held in 2027, with applications accepted until 15th December, 2026. The announcement was made under the directives of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Chairman of …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Palmonas, one of India’s fastest-growing jewellery brand, has officially entered the Middle East with the launch of its first-ever UAE store at Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi. Marking a defining milestone in the brand’s global growth journey, the launch signals the beginning of Palmonas’ expansion across the UAE, with its second location at Mall of the …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Würth Professional Solutions (WPS), part of the Würth Group, has launched its first Smart Hub in the UAE in partnership with dnata, one of the world’s leading air and travel services providers. The launch marks a significant milestone in WPS’s transformation from a traditional industrial supplier into a provider of integrated, digitally enabled inventory solutions designed …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group today listed six new Single Stock Futures — on ADNOC Gas, ADNOC Drilling, ADNOC Logistics & Services, Presight AI, Sharjah Islamic Bank, and Two Point Zero Group — expanding its derivatives suite to 17 futures and 50 contracts. The new contracts will provide investors with additional tools to hedge …

DUBAI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, congratulated four Emirati students from Dubai Schools – Al Khawaneej on winning the gold medal at the International Greenwich Olympiad, held in London from 14th to 20th June 2026. The …

AJMAN / WAM H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Ajman Executive Council, reviewed the achievements and projects of the International Charity Organisation (ICO) worldwide. H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid commended the humanitarian role …