ABU DHABI/WAM Hafeet Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE-Oman Rail Network, has partnered with Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, to supply 27 state-of-the-art EMD SD70ACS heavy-haul freight locomotives. The locomotives will be custom-designed to withstand the region’s unique environmental conditions while adhering to the highest global standards of safety, security, sustainability, and environmental protection. This took place during …
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ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates dispatched an aircraft carrying 37 tonnes of provisions for children and women to support the Lebanese people as part of the ‘UAE Stands with Lebanon’ campaign. The aircraft marks the ninth flight of humanitarian aid dispatched to Lebanon, following the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and under the …
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SHARJAH/WAM Under the directive of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and the guidance of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), publishers from Palestine, Lebanon and Sudan will be exempt from participation fees at the 43rd edition of the Sharjah International …
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GULF TIME VB World, an innovative dining concept has expanded its presence to the UAE as part of its global growth. Created by its parent company, Namma Veedu Vasanta Bhavan – a renowned South Indian vegetarian restaurant chain established in India in 1974, VB World celebrates nearly 50 years of culinary expertise with an immersive dining experience featuring vegetarian cuisine …
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ABU DHABI / WAM Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE National Rail Network, signed a landmark agreement with Emerge, a joint venture between Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar and EDF Group to solarise the railway network’s freight terminal in Ghuweifat. The total installed capacity is comprised of a 600 kWp ground-mounted solar PV system …
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KUALA LUMPUR / WAM Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and Zafrul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry for Malaysia, have confirmed the conclusion of negotiations towards a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two nations that seeks to eliminate or lower tariffs, reduce barriers to trade, promote private-sector collaboration and establish …
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DUBAI / WAM HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, met with eminent public officials from all over the world participating in the International Programme for Government Directors. Sheikh Hamdan welcomed participating delegates, expressing hope that the programme will serve …
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ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to Wiliame Katonivere of Fiji on the occasion of his country’s National 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 …
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DUBAI/GULF TIME Danube Home, the largest interior décor and home improvement products retailer in the Middle East, on Thursday unveiled its biggest showroom in Musaffah Abu Dhabi, sprawling over 120,000 square feet , that will cater to a wider residential community and help existing homeowners to source better products to match their lifestyle. It is by far the biggest showroom …
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SHARJAH / WAM Bank of Sharjah has acted as a Joint Lead Manager in the successful issuance of a $750 million, 10.5-year US dollar-denominated 144A/Reg S Sukuk for the Government of Sharjah, alongside other international and regional banks. The issuance received strong interest from investors, with a peak order book of $2.6 billion, underscoring the global confidence in the Government …
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