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Hamdan bin Mohammed witnesses launch of the ‘UAE Future 50’

DUBAI / WAM HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, witnessed the launch of the ‘UAE Future 50’ initiative, featuring a list of future-focused Emirati companies. Jointly developed by the Government Development and the Future Office in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy, the initiative is part ...

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UAE, EU continue talks on Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

DUBAI/ WAM Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, welcomed Maroš Šefčovič, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, to the UAE for ongoing talks regarding the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and the EU. The visit also included an investment roundtable with representatives from leading private sector companies aimed at exploring ...

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DXB tops ‘Air Connectivity Ranking’ in Asia-Pacific & Middle East

DUBAI / WAM Dubai International (DXB) has maintained its position as the leading airport in the ACI’s 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking for the Asia-Pacific & Middle East. Commenting on the achievement, Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, said, “Connectivity is the cornerstone of relevance in global aviation, and we are pleased to see Dubai International (DXB) recognised once again as ...

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TAQA completes 9000 kWp solar project at UAE University campus

ABU DHABI / WAM TAQA Energy Services, a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), announced on Wednesday the completion of the third phase of the 9000-kilowatt peak (kWp) solar photovoltaic (PV) project at the United Arab Emirates University’s (UAEU) campus. The 14,400 advanced solar panels, strategically installed across 84,000 square metres, can generate 18.7 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) ...

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UAEREP approves shortlist of research proposals in its sixth cycle

ABU DHABI/ WAM The UAE Research Programme for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP), managed by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), has announced the selection of 16 innovative pre-proposals from the 140 submissions received as part of the programme’s sixth cycle. The shortlist was finalised following a rigorous evaluation process conducted by the programme’s International Technical Review Committee comprising a diverse ...

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BT Properties launches its flagship project ‘WAADA,’ master-planned community in Dubai South

DUBAI / GULF TIME BT Properties, one of Asia’s most trusted development entities, unveiled its flagship development project ‘WAADA,’ a master-planned community, in the UAE during a landmark launch event held at the Grand Hyatt, Dubai Healthcare City. With over 30 years of experience in delivering large-scale, integrated, people-centric developments across Pakistan, BT Properties is bringing its legacy of trust ...

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Clédor Officially Launches The First-Ever Arthouse Branded Residences Outside the U.S., opening on Al Marjan Island in Q1 2028

RAS AL KHAIMAH / GULF TIME Clédor, a luxury, design centric real estate development management company, has officially launched Arthouse Residences Al Marjan Island, a distinctive branded residential project in collaboration with Arthouse Hotel NYC and Prospect. Valued at AED 400 million, this exclusive development is the first-ever Arthouse-branded residential project outside of the U.S. and is set to redefine ...

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ADNOC Drilling secures $1.15 billion, 15-year contract for two jack-up rigs

ABU DHABI/ WAM ADNOC Drilling Company announced on Tuesday the award of a $1.15 billion, 15-year contract for two jack-up rigs by ADNOC Offshore in support of its growing offshore operations. The contract will follow existing agreements, bringing accretive rates that generate long-term revenue and attractive returns. Abdulrahman Abdulla Al Seiari, ADNOC Drilling CEO, said, “This new contract is a ...

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UAE ranks first globally in telecom infrastructure, digital government framework, digital content

DUBAI/ WAM The UAE has secured the top global ranking in the telecommunications infrastructure index, the institutional framework for digital government, and the digital content index, according to the second edition of the “State of Digital Transformation Report”. The report was released by the UAE’s Higher Committee for Government Digital Transformation during the recent Digital Readiness Retreat. The report highlights ...

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Ajman University hosts ‘Research Day’ to drive innovation

AJMAN / WAM Ajman University (AU) hosted the 8th edition of its flagship Research Day, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and national development. The annual event, organised by the Deanship of Research and Graduate Studies, brought together faculty members, undergraduate and postgraduate students, and distinguished representatives from government and private sectors to explore how applied research can support the ...

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