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DUBAI/WAM Drydocks World, a DP World company, has joined the Maritime Emissions Reduction Centre (MERC), expanding the consortium’s technical capabilities and industry collaboration. The agreement brings one of the world’s leading ship repair and retrofit facilities into the Athens-based non-profit industry collaboration, which was co-established by the Lloyd’s Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub and leading shipowners Capital Group, Navios Maritime Partners, …

ABU DHABI/WAM Waha Capital PJSC, an Abu Dhabi-listed investment management company, delivered one of its strongest years on record, reporting FY 2025 net profit attributable to shareholders of AED1.012 billion, driven by increased fee income and value realisation across portfolio assets. The company delivered total income of AED1,897 million in FY 2025, and net profit attributable to shareholders of AED1,012 …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 have officially drawn to a close with a memorable Farewell Ceremony, marking the conclusion of a one-of-a-kind international sporting celebration. Over …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call on Monday with His Excellency Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, during which they discussed bilateral relations and ways to further strengthen ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries. Both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to continuing to advance …

ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, the Abu Dhabi Government’s official channel to receive social contributions, has announced the release of its community contribution deployment report for 2025, highlighting the measurable impact of social projects supported by the authority in driving social development in Abu Dhabi. During 2025, the authority raised and deployed …

ABU DHABI / WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message to President Xi Jinping of China, congratulating him on the Chinese Lunar New Year. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime …

Ayat Development, part of Ayat Group, has officially marked the Groundbreaking of Ayami Residence, a contemporary G+Podium+6 residential development in Warsan First. The ceremony signals the commencement of construction for the 376-unit project, reinforcing the company’s commitment to delivering thoughtfully designed, lifestyle-focused communities in emerging residential hubs across Dubai. Scheduled for completion in 2028, Ayami Residence will introduce a curated …

  Urban Capital Real Estate Development, based in the capital Abu Dhabi, has announced its official and major entry into the UAE real estate market. The company adopts a clear strategic vision aimed at providing exceptional projects that blend authentic heritage with modern architectural innovation, setting new standards for luxury urban living that suits the prestige of the capital.   …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Union Insurance Company, one of the leading providers of innovative customer-focused insurance solutions to individuals and organisations in the UAE, announced today its financial results for the 2025 fiscal year. The robust performance is attributed to a strategic focus on core portfolio growth and a commitment to underwriting excellence, as demonstrated by the following financial indicators: …

DUBAI / GULF TIME “W Capital”, a leading real estate brokerage based in the UAE, announced being recognized by Emaar Properties for the third consecutive year as one of the top-selling and best-marketing brokerage for the company’s projects in 2025. “Emaar, one of the world’s largest real estate developers, selecting W Capital as one of its top-selling and best-marketing brokerage …