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  Abu Dhabi / WAM The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) continues its pioneering mission since its establishment in 1971, achieving many milestones in various fields, as the total funds, investments and deposits of the fund reached AED185.2 billion by the end of June 2022. The strong positive impact achieved underscores the fast-paced growth of ADFD’s development & investment ...

  ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (Adnec) opened the online visitor registration to attend the seventh edition of the International Exhibition of National Security and Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi). The event, organised by Adnec in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, will be held on October 10-12, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The ...

  Dubai / WAM Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) provides electricity and water services to 3.514 million people living in Dubai according to the highest standards of reliability, availability, efficiency, and quality. This number is expected to reach 5.8 million by 2040. Dewa’s capacity has reached 14,117 megawatts (MW) of electricity and 490 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD) ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) announced the opening of the new fish market in Abu Dhabi’s Mina Zayed district in collaboration with Modon Properties, the developer behind the project. The new market offers a shopping experience with the design incorporating themes associated with the legacy of Abu Dhabi’s fishing trade and preserves the ...

  ABU DHABI / WAM Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and to ensure citizens’ well-being, Abu Dhabi Executive Council has approved a new decision to raise pensions of UAE nationals working in the emirate’s public schools to 80% of their total salary, contributing to better living standards and more financial stability for ...

  Sharjah / WAM Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE’s Federal export credit company, has partnered with the Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) and the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority (Saif Zone) to support Sharjah exporters and re-exporters to start and grow their international business and secure their receivables globally. The strategic initiative will boost the exports from Sharjah, ...

  Dubai / WAM The 6th edition of Al Dhaid Date Festival came to a successful conclusion at Expo Al Dhaid, after four days of heritage activities and strong competitions among exhibitors. Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the festival drew more than 30,000 visitors, who explored and learnt about the best and finest types of ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Borouge – as the manager of the Borouge 4 project on behalf of the project owners, Adnoc and Borealis – has announced a new milestone in the construction of the Borouge 4 expansion in Ruwais, with the early works phase already underway and the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contractors set to start construction this ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM The Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (Adibs), organised by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (Adnec), has entered into a three-year sponsorship agreement with Abu Dhabi Maritime to support the event’s upcoming editions. Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and ...

  Abu Dhabi / WAM Al Seer Marine PJSC (ASM), a global player across multiple marine sectors and subsidiary of International Holding Company (IHC), is expanding to provide freight solutions for bulk cargoes globally through its subsidiary, ASM Chartering. This subsidiary will focus on delivering effective and efficient freight services for cargo interests internationally, focused on the Middle East market. ...