TimeLine Layout

October, 2016

  • 18 October

    IDEX, NAVDEX pavilion a big hit at Euronaval expo in France

      Abu Dhabi / WAM The Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre pavilion showcasing the 2017 editions of the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) and Naval Defence Exhibition (NAVDEX) drawn high interest from key decision makers and delegates attending Euronaval 2016, the leading maritime defence show currently underway in Paris, France. Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Acting Group CEO of Abu Dhabi National ...

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  • 18 October

    Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ new campaign to ‘brighten-up’ Diwali

      Dubai / Emirates Business Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ the prominent global jewellery retailer unveils the ‘Delightful Diwali’ campaign in United Arab Emirates commencing from today. This season, Malabar Gold & Diamonds showcases the latest collection of gold, diamond & precious gems jewellery in their outlets, to celebrate this festive period. Malabar Gold & Diamonds give their customers an opportunity ...

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  • 18 October

    Dubai among world’s leading innovation-driven cities

      Dubai / WAM Dubai has achieved the rank 16 place out of the 28 peer global cities which are currently considered the most prominent players in the field of innovation and creativity, registering an innovation rate of 39.14%. Dubai has also progressed to 11th place in the world for efficiency in innovation outputs, according to Dubai Chamber’s Innovation Index. The ...

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  • 18 October

    Etihad expands Madrid route to daily operations

      Abu Dhabi / Emirates Business Etihad Airways on Tuesday announced its Abu Dhabi – Madrid route will operate daily with the introduction of three new flights each week, effective June 1, 2017. The additional frequencies underscore the airline’s commitment to offer guests greater choice and more travel options. Continuing to operate with a two-class Airbus A330-200 offering 22 Business ...

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  • 18 October

    Middle East FireSafe Summit kicks off in Dubai

      Dubai / Emirates Business The 7th Annual Middle East FireSafe Summit, supported by Directorate General of Civil Defence-Dubai, kicked off on Tuesday at the Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai. The two-day summit will witness government bodies, fire safety institutions, trade bodies and global fire safety leaders coming together and staging a dialogue on achieving fire safety excellence in the region. Brigadier ...

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  • 18 October

    Sharjah to hold promotional roadshow in India

      Sharjah / Emirates Business Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is preparing for a roadshow in India, covering the four major areas of Mumbai, Delhi, Chandigarh, and Bangalore, on October 17-21. The SCTDA delegation to the India includes representatives from Sheraton Hotel Resort, Ramada Hotel, Golden Tulip Hotel, Marbella Resort, Hotel Holiday International, Oceanic Hotel – KF, SATA ...

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  • 18 October

    dubizzle’s ‘Number Plates’ category attracts AED130mn ads

      Dubai / Emirates Business dubizzle’s Number Plates category organically reached over 4,500 ads with a gross market value of over AED130 million since its launch in mid-July. In that time, the category has become the second largest for dubizzle Motors after Used Cars, overtaking Accessories and Parts. The UAE’s leading classifieds platform receives an average of 1.68 million monthly ...

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  • 18 October

    World markets climb on Fed uncertainty

      London / AFP World stocks forged higher on Tuesday on uncertainty over the future path for US interest rate hikes, while London shrugged off news of surging inflation. Asian indices advanced as investors weighed the prospect of a US rate increase, and on the eve of key economic growth data in powerhouse economy China. In Europe, Frankfurt, London and ...

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  • 18 October

    Saudi weighed down by weak Q3 earnings

      Dubai / Reuters Several disappointing third-quarter results from large Saudi companies dragged on the kingdom’s stock index in morning trade on Tuesday, while other Gulf markets edged up in modest trade. Riyadh’s index was down 0.8 percent after 70 minutes. Saudi Arabian Mining Co (Ma’aden) fell 2.7 percent after it posted a 4.6 percent rise in third-quarter net profit ...

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  • 18 October

    Indian stocks rally most in five months

      Bloomberg Indian stocks rebounded from a three-month low, with the benchmark index rallying the most in Asia, as a spurt in global equities lifted investor sentiment. A gauge of lenders climbed the most among the nation’s 14 sector indexes, while an index of metalmakers ended three days of losses. A measure of mid-sized stocks rose to within a whisker ...

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