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DUBAI/WAM The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) organised its first customer council meeting dedicated to discussing the mortgage release procedure after loan repayment. The meeting aimed to enhance transparency, improve service efficiency, and gather feedback from beneficiaries. This initiative reflects the Ministry’s commitment to customer-centric service development and continuous improvement of housing-related procedures in line with national smart government ...

ABU DHABI/WAM G42, the Abu Dhabi-based global technology group, has announced the release and implementation of a new cutting-edge procurement optimisation tool developed by its portfolio company, Inception. The new AI-powered platform, (In)Business Procurement, will deliver results, reduce sourcing and contract cycles by up to 40%, enable faster decision-making, and set a new standard for efficiency. As the first in ...

DUBAI / WAM The UAE Banks Federation (UBF) has underlined the pivotal role of Etihad Credit Bureau in advancing the UAE’s banking and financial sector, reinforcing the country’s standing as a global financial and commercial hub. During the “Partner Engagement Forum”, held at the Emirates Institute of Finance in Dubai, UBF commended Etihad Credit Bureau’s initiatives in supporting the UAE’s ...

ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has announced the commencement of the pricing stage as the initial step toward listing the first-ever, distributed ledger technology (DLT)-based bond in the region. Issued by First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) using HSBC Orion, a market-leading digital assets platform, the upcoming bond listing represents a landmark step in ADX’s mission to ...

ABU DHABI / WAM ADNOC’s Hail and Ghasha mega-project has met a key development milestone, having completed the “sail-out” and installation of critical offshore facility structures from the NMDC Energy Yard in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi. The structures – called steel “jackets” – form the foundation of the project’s offshore facilities. Delivered on schedule and in line with the highest safety ...

ABU DHABI / WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Aleksandr Lukashenko of the Republic of Belarus 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 Zayed Al Nahyan, ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Just in time for the summer season, Babyshop announces the exclusive Middle East launch of the Nuna x BMW collection—a collaboration that blends world-class design, engineering, and everyday practicality. Available only at Babyshop stores and online, the limited-edition collection features three premium strollers and two cot options, offering families a sleek, high-performance upgrade to their daily ...

DUBAI/WAM Dubai Chambers recently organised two workshops focusing on key aspects of the UAE’s Corporate Tax regime and Employment Law. The sessions were designed to ensure the local business community remains informed on the latest legal and regulatory developments across diverse sectors and attracted a total of 125 participants from the private sector. The first workshop focused on the evolution ...

ABU DHABI/WAM G42 has been named to TIME’s 2025 list of the 100 Most Influential Companies, marking the first time a UAE-headquartered company has been featured. The recognition highlights G42’s growing global impact in advancing AI responsibly and at scale. From the company’s pivotal role in the launch of Stargate UAE and the 5GW UAE-US AI Campus to its expansion ...

DUBAI/WAM The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has issued the world’s first regulatory framework for hybrid operations, enabling both electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing aircraft (eVTOLs) and conventional helicopters to operate interchangeably on the same infrastructure. This innovative regulatory framework represents a significant leap in integrating Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) solutions into existing aviation systems. It offers a cost-effective model ...