DUBAI / WAM DP World’s flagship, Jebel Ali Port welcomed Hapag-Lloyd’s Berlin Express ultra-large dual-fuel container ship on its maiden voyage, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and sustainability in the shipping industry. The Berlin Express is a state-of-the-art vessel with a capacity of 23,600 TEU. It is the first of 12 dual-fuel vessels ordered by the shipping line which will ...
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etisalat e& launches tailored business solutions for startups
ABU DHABI / WAM etisalat by e& on Wednesday launched its new tailored business solutions for startup and micro businesses. The innovative solutions have been specifically designed to provide comprehensive services and support for small businesses based on their unique requirements. The packages offer solutions that meet the specific needs of various business categories, with customers having the flexibility to ...
Read More »Suhail Al Mazrouei affirms UAE’s commitment to support Paris Agreement
GOA-INDIA / WAM Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, concluded a three-day visit to Goa, India, where he participated in multiple high-level events that aimed to drive the global energy transition agenda in line with the objectives of the Paris Agreement. The visit was part of the UAE’s collaborative approach to tackling global challenges and driving ...
Read More »HUB71, Wio Bank to enhance banking for tech startups
ABU DHABI / WAM Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, and Wio Bank, the region’s first platform bank, have launched a strategic partnership to transform the banking experience for startup founders in the capital. Designed to enhance bank account processes for SMEs, Wio becomes the official banking partner of Hub71, enabling startup founders to benefit from expert mentorship and commercialisation ...
Read More »UAE President, VPs wish President of Liberia on Independence Day
ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Liberian President George Weah on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE  and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed ...
Read More »UAE, Azerbaijan hold first consular consultations meeting to boost cooperation
ABU DHABI / WAM The UAE and Azerbaijan held their first consular consultation meeting to enhance their cooperation in consular areas. The meeting, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abu Dhabi, was chaired by Faisal Lutfi, Assistant Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Consular Affairs, and Emil Safarov, Head of the Consular Department of ...
Read More »Aldar increases investment in its retail portfolio to AED 1 billion
ABU DHABI / WAM Aldar Properties on Tuesday announced an AED 500 million investment plan to redevelop two of its key retail portfolio assets in the UAE: Al Jimi Mall in Al Ain, and Al Hamra Mall in Ras Al Khaimah. The investment takes Aldar’s committed spend on redeveloping key retail assets to AED 1 billion. The company has approved ...
Read More »Under directives of Sheikh Hamdan, Dubai Assembly for Generative AI to be held in October
DUBAI / WAM Under the directives of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation, the Dubai Assembly for Generative AI is set to take place from October 11-12. The assembly aims to shape the future of generative ...
Read More »Abu Dhabi Residents Office, Jetro collaborate to promote specialised talent, investors
ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Residents Office, the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s (Added) arm to support the emirate’s thriving community and to strengthen its position as a top destination for top talent, and the Japan External Trade Authority (Jetro) have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance joint efforts in attracting specialised talent and investors as ...
Read More »Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed visits 19th Liwa Dates Festival
ABU DHABI / WAM HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has visited the 19th Liwa Date Festival 2023, a key event on Abu Dhabi’s annual calendar which celebrates the Emirati heritage and highlights the role of dates in the country’s economy and culture. Held under ...
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