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ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s (ADDED) SME Export Matching Programme has witnessed major milestones within its first cycle. Fourteen SMEs participants in the programme are already forecasting a 44% increase in their exports this year (2024) compared to 2023, with export value expected to reach AED387 million. In less than a year since its …

RAS AL KHAIMAH / GULF TIME Celebrate the weekend in style with the exotic Islander’s Brunch at Vespa & Brasserie Terrace, promising to serve up the perfect blend of mouthwatering bites and endless feel-good vibes. Situated within DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, which boasts mesmerising views of the glistening Arabian Gulf beautifully framed by tropical palm trees, …

RAS AL KHAIMAH/ GULF TIME The ultimate family-friendly escape awaits at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, which boasts mesmerising views of the glistening Arabian Gulf beautifully framed by tropical palm trees. Having recently completed a full makeover, the property has elevated its status as the premier family destination in Ras Al Khaimah, making it the ideal place …

GULF TIME Vapiano is set to introduce breakfast for the first time in its history across its UAE outlets, marking an exciting new chapter for the international dining brand. The new Vapiano Breakfast Menu has been created to bring a fresh, social, and relaxed international lifestyle experience to the morning dining scene, offering guests a new way to begin their …

NEW WEST ZONE SUPERMARKET LLC, the registered and exclusive owner of the trademark “WEST ZONE” in the United Arab Emirates, hereby declares that  the company has no procurement or marketing branch operating in any of the Emirates in the UAE except “ Dubai”. The public, customers, and suppliers are hereby cautioned not to deal with any entity claiming to represent or belong …

ABU DHABI/WAM The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) is calling on investors to collect their dividends through First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the paying agent appointed to handle the process. This comes as a part of its ongoing efforts to protect the rights of shareholders in companies listed on the UAE stock exchanges and ensure they claim any outstanding entitlements …

DUBAI/WAM Capital.com, the high-growth global trading platform and fintech group, has announced it is now offering its customers access to the principal UAE stock markets – becoming one of the first major trading platforms to do so. In a move that reflects the growing interest in the region’s economy, Capital.com is providing full coverage of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), the second-largest exchange in the Middle East, on Tuesday welcomed the successful listing of Alpha Data, a leading digital transformation provider and systems integrator in the UAE. This marks the UAE’s first IPO and the exchange’s second offering in 2025, reinforcing the exchange’s commitment to broadening the market and offering …