May, 2025

• 21 May

  Borouge, Mubadala Bio sign pact to strengthen UAE’s healthcare, life sciences sectors

  

  ABU DHABI/ WAM Borouge, a leading petrochemicals company, that provides innovative and differentiated polyolefins solutions, has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Mubadala Bio, a life sciences company dedicated to pursuing better health outcomes for the UAE and beyond. The partnership will explore the supply of polyolefin materials to enable local manufacturing of medical products, reinforcing local manufacturing capabilities while ...

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• 21 May

  Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed attends Al Ketbi wedding reception in Abu Dhabi

  

  ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended a wedding reception hosted by Rashed Abdullah Al Ketbi, Abdullah Muhair Al Ketbi, and Rashed Mohammed Al Ketbi for the marriage of their sons. Attending the reception at Marina ...

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• 21 May

  King of Bahrain departs UAE

  

  ABU DHABI/WAM His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain departed the UAE on Wednesday following a private visit. UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was present at the Presidential Airport in Abu Dhabi to bid farewell to His Majesty. Also present at the departure were His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin ...

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• 21 May

  RAKEZ underscores strategic role in UAE’s industrial growth at ‘Make it in the Emirates’

  

  RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) reinforced its position as a key player in the UAE’s industrial transformation during its participation in Make it in the Emirates 2025. Group CEO Ramy Jallad participated in a high-level panel discussion on “Synergies in the UAE’s Industrial Landscape,” where he emphasised the growing interconnectivity between industrial zones across ...

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• 21 May

  MoIAT signs pact with Airbus to boost local aerospace capabilities

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus Africa and Middle East to advance the development of a domestic aerospace capability enhancement programme. Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Gabriel Semelas, President of Airbus Africa and the Middle ...

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• 21 May

  Airbus reaffirms support for UAE aviation growth

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Gabriel Sémelas, President of Airbus in Africa and the Middle East (MEA), affirmed the company’s commitment to enhancing the industrial ecosystem in the UAE, particularly in the production of complex aerostructures. In statements to Emirates News Agency (WAM) during the fourth edition of the Make it in the Emirates forum, Sémelas said Airbus is prepared to ...

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• 21 May

  Ajmal Perfumes Introduces Aurum Elixir: The new gold nectar – where indulgence meets instinct

  

  DUBAI / GULF TIME Ajmal Perfumes, A brand long synonymous with the mastery of perfumery, announces the launch of Aurum Elixir, a unisex amber gourmand fragrance that reimagines opulence for the modern world. The latest in the iconic Aurum family, Elixir embodies Ajmal’s evolving perfume philosophy – bridging instinctive sensuality with bold sophistication. Inspired by golden nectar, Aurum Elixir is ...

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• 21 May

  MAGRABi RETAIL GROUP ACQUIRING LEADING KUWAITI RETAILER, KEFAN OPTICS

  

  GULF TIME MAGRABi Retail Group, the Middle East’s leading eyewear retailer, announces the proposed acquisition of 100% of the issued share capital of Kefan Optics Company KSCC, one of the largest eyewear retailers in Kuwait. Following the acquisition, the MAGRABi customer-centric ethos will be seamlessly integrated into the existing Kefan stores, whilst maintaining the Kefan brand, bringing a premium MAGRABi ...

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• 20 May

  Become Inspired at Paint & Grape Experience at Al Habtoor Polo Resort’s Equestrian Lounge

  

  DUBAI/ GULF TIME It was all about unleashing the inner artist at Al Habtoor Polo Resort’s afternoon of artistic expression recently. Boasting creativity and refined leisure in equal measure, the beloved Paint & Grape experience made a long-awaited return at the resort’s stunning Equestrian Lounge in May. Hosted in collaboration with We Love Art, this unique event blends painting, premium refreshments, ...

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• 20 May

  Continue the fun this Summer with Summer Tent and Saturday Social Brunch at Horse & Hound in Al Habtoor Polo Resort

  

  DUBAI/ GULF TIME The summer is starting to heat up, but Horse & Hound at Al Habtoor Polo Resort is keeping things cool with some exciting additions to its repertoire of unbeatable offerings. The inviting venue has just launched its brand-new air-conditioned summer tent, providing the ultimate setting for long, lazy afternoons and lively nights. In addition to keeping the good ...

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