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Abu Dhabi to enhance productivity, energy efficiency of manufacturers

Abu Dhabi / WAM As part of its efforts to deliver against the Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (Added) has announced expansion of energy incentives programme to further enhance economic impact, boost productivity, and improve energy efficiency of manufacturers in the emirate. The Energy Tariff Incentive Programme 2.0 (ETIP 2.0) aims to support the ...

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Adnic to provide exclusive services to Jafza members

Abu Dhabi / WAM Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (Adnic) has signed an agreement with Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) to provide medical and property insurance at exclusive rates for the free zone community’s employees and customers. The agreement was signed between Ahmad Idris, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (Adnic), and Ahmad Al Haddad, Chief Operating ...

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ADCB tops GCC banks in ESG risk

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC (ADCB) received an upgrade to its environmental, social and governance (ESG) risk score by Sustainalytics, one of the world’s leading ESG rating agencies. ADCB’s overall Sustainalytics ESG risk score improved from 30.1 in March 2021 to 21.0 in September 2022, making ADCB the highest-ranked diversified bank in the GCC and ...

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Etihad Rail connects Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah to main line

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE National Rail Network, completed the main works of the UAE National Rail Network with the completion of the tracklaying works of the main line in Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah, as part of the last package of Stage Two of the project. The main line of ...

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Nafis, du sign deal to recruit 500 Emiratis in private sector

Abu Dhabi / WAM The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis) has signed an MoU with Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du), which involves du’s participation within the Nafis programme, a federal initiative that aims to increase the contributions of Emirati citizens within the private sector and raise their efficiency and qualifications. In the signing ceremony, Nafis was represented by Ghannam Al ...

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MoHAP launches updated version of its website

  Dubai / WAM The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched an updated version of its website offering faster access to information. The new website’s colours and icons have been redesigned in accordance with the visual identity standards. It also offers revised and updated content in several languages. MoHAP unveiled the new website during its participation in Gitex ...

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Cisco to join Zayed University’s partner challenge programme

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Zayed University on Wednesday announced that Cisco would join its pioneering Partner Challenge programme as part of a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the two parties. The programme offers a unique opportunity for students to apply their knowledge outside the classroom, addressing real-world challenges proposed by an industry player, such as Cisco. Working ...

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Work on Midtown project 91% complete, says Deyaar

  Dubai / WAM Deyaar Development on Wednesday announced above 91% completion of the Mesk District in Midtown, the grand development located in Dubai Production City near Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, and also confirmed close to 78% completion of the Noor District. The announcement marks a crucial milestone for the property developer as Mesk and Noor Districts will allow ...

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etisalat by e& to hire 500 Emiratis in next five years

  Dubai / Gulf Time Etisalat UAE, branded as etisalat by e&, on Tuesday announced a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) to participate in the Nafis initiative that will involve the hiring and empowering of more than 500 Emirati professionals in its retail, customer service, technology and IT space in a span of five years. ...

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FTA to launch new digital platform for taxpayers

  Dubai / WAM The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) on Tuesday announced the launch of the new “EmaraTax” integrated platform later this year following an extensive period of assessment, consultation and development. EmaraTax will significantly enhance the way that taxpayers can access the FTA’s services, pay their taxes and obtain refunds. The new platform also greatly enhances the ability ...

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