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RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM RAK Ceramics has signed an exclusive multiyear licensing agreement with Roberto Cavalli for the development, manufacture and distribution of Roberto Cavalli-branded ceramic tiles, sanitaryware and faucets. Under the terms of the agreement, RAK Ceramics will create and distribute Roberto Cavalli collections across a strategic territory that includes the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, …

DUBAI / WAM Arab Bank Switzerland, the Geneva-headquartered Swiss private banking group, announced the launch of ABS (Middle East) Limited in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), deepening its long-term commitment to the region and to the UAE as a leading hub for financial innovation. The launch marks the next step in the Arab Bank Switzerland’s strategy to build a robust …

ABU DHABI / WAM AD Ports Group and IRH Global Trading Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore strategic cooperation in bunkering services and alternative marine fuels at Khalifa Port. The MoU outlines potential collaboration across a range of areas, including the provision of bunkering services to vessels calling at Khalifa Port, the development of alternative fuel …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) continues to enrich the local cultural landscape through its School of Life initiative, empowering community members to develop new cultural and life skills within an innovative, interactive learning environment. This July, the initiative, which falls under the umbrella of Dubai’s Quality of Life Strategy, will present a diverse programme …

RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today received Gerard Steeghs, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the UAE, at his palace in Saqr bin Mohammed City, who paid a courtesy visit on the occasion of the end of his tenure. H.H. the Ruler …

ABU DHABI / WAM ADNOC Logistics & Services plc today announced an upgrade to its full‑year 2026 financial guidance, incorporating current performance delivered in the second quarter of 2026. The Company wishes to further update the market on the ongoing strength of its Shipping segment. This updated guidance reflects actual performance year‑to‑date and assumptions for the remainder of the year …

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has won two awards at the Global Banking & Markets (GBM) Middle East Awards 2026, receiving the Rising Star Sukuk House of the Year and Islamic Project Finance House of the Year awards. In addition to the institutional awards, ADIB was recognised for its leading role across several landmark, award-winning transactions, …

ABU DHABI / WAM EMSTEEL Group has signed a collaboration agreement with the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), a leading global research centre and the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), to advance high-strength reinforcement solutions designed to enhance the protection and resilience of the UAE’s critical infrastructure. The agreement establishes a framework for EMSTEEL and …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Dr Patrick Herminie, President of the Republic of Seychelles, on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin …