October, 2017

• 8 October

  du introduces new productivity tool

  DUBAI / WAM du has introduced one of the most comprehensive digital presence and engagement solutions for enterprises – du Smart Identity – at GITEX Technology Week 2017. The innovative Smart Identity platform utilises blockchain technology to ensure a secure and comprehensive digital presence and engagement solution. This enables businesses to manage their guest traffic and streamline productivity by automatically …

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• 8 October

  Panasonic highlights latest solutions at GITEX

  

  DUBAI / Emirates Business Panasonic Marketing Middle East and Africa (PMMAF) is showcasing a full line-up of advanced innovative solutions at GITEX Technology Week 2017, which runs from October 8 – 12 at Dubai World Trade Centre. Key highlights of Panasonic’s showcase at GITEX this year are – Stadium Mapping Solution, Dome Projection Mapping Solution, Transparent Screen, 360o Live Camera, …

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• 8 October

  Abdullah, Japanese minister discuss ways to bolster ties

  

  Abu Dhabi / WAM His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received Hiroshige Seko, Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, in Abu Dhabi on Sunday to discuss methods of boosting strategic bilateral ties in political, investment, economic and trade sectors. Sheikh Abdullah and the Japanese minister also exchanged views on the …

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• 8 October

  Sotheby’s Dubai to showcase a myriad of masterpieces in October

  Dubai / WAM Sotheby’s Dubai has announced an exhibition which will unveil modern and contemporary masterpieces from the Middle East. The exhibition will run from October 9-12 at the Dubai International Financial Centre. Bringing together worldwide highlights from Sotheby’s international auction calendar spanning the forthcoming season, the exhibition will star highly sought-after masterpieces by celebrated artists from the region alongside …

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• 8 October

  NBF launches first electronic banking service unit

  Fujairah / WAM The National Bank of Fujairah (NBF), has announced the bank’s maiden electronic banking service unit in the heart of Abu Dhabi’s Al Reef community. In line with the bank’s continuing expansion of its domestic customer network in the UAE, the new NBF service unit will provide residents with a full range of services using state-of-the-art technology, including …

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• 8 October

  DCCI achieves 100% smart transformation of core services

  

  Dubai / WAM The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) announced that it has achieved 100 percent smart transformation of core services provided to its members and the local business community. The announcement was made during GITEX Technology Week 2017, where the chamber is exhibiting and showcasing its wide range of smart services that are accessible through its website …

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• 8 October

  ENBD REIT acquires Dubai Internet City building for AED280 million

  

  Dubai / Emirates Business ENBD REIT (CEIC) Limited, the Shari’a-compliant real estate investment trust managed by Emirates NBD Asset Management, announced its acquisition of The Edge office building in Dubai Internet City from developer SWEID & SWEID at a transaction value of AED 280 million. The premier 92,000-square foot office building, is home to global tech outfit Oracle, social media …

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• 8 October

  UAE to honour winners of Arab Reading Challenge

  Dubai / WAM The Higher Committee of the Arab Reading Challenge announced that this year’s competition has seen a whopping 108 percent increase in participation among Arab students living in non-Arab countries. The numbers are testimony to the initiative’s success in transcending the borders of the Arab world. In total, students from 11 countries – the UK, Denmark, France, Indonesia, …

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• 8 October

  DPM to showcase digital achievements

  

  Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business The Abu Dhabi Department of Urban Planning and Municipalities (DPM) will showcase its latest digital development projects in the Abu Dhabi digital government pavilion at GITEX 2017. The DPM has been invited to attend the event due to its impressive achievements in developing and implementing digital enhancements to its processes and customer services. During the …

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• 8 October

  ADIPEC to drive strategic evolution of oil, gas industry

  

  Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business An expanded and restructured strategic conference programme at the world’s leading annual meeting for senior oil and gas decision makers, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC), will play a vital role in driving strategic investment decisions across the industry’s full value chain, organisers said today. Investment in refining and selling the oil …

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