UAE News
Chinese solar industry targets booming Middle East market
12 Jan 2017
Chinese solar panel manufacturers are targeting the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia markets, with large-scale investment in renewable energy expected to drive a rapid increase in demand for imported technology.
Local demand has underpinned the rise of China’s solar energy industry, but faced by a slowdown in domestic solar energy projects and reduced subsidies, manufacturers are looking to increase their already large export trade as the key to future growth. Emerging... Read More
UAE paved its way into the future, says HH Sheikh Mohammed
12 Jan 2017
WAM -- The UAE has paved its way into the future and has built a generation of innovative and excellent achievers and leaders who deserve to be celebrated," said Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, as he attended the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Excellence Award ceremony at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday.
He congratulated the winners, adding, "We see in this ceremony a prime... Read More
Olympic riders to feature in first ever Al Shira’aa International Horse Show from Jan 11 – 14
11 Jan 2017
WAM -- Al Forsan International Sports Resort is to host the first Al Shira’aa International Horse Show on January 11th. The event goes on till January 14th, and will have daily sporting highlights from national and international top senior show jumpers. This event is inspired by H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza Al Nahyan and her family’s love for horses, in pursuit of supporting the future development of equestrian sports and events in Abu Dhabi.
Over 142 international and local riders... Read More
First net zero energy city in Dubai to showcase sustainable commitment during World Future Energy Summit 2017
11 Jan 2017
WAM -- The Sustainable City, the first net zero energy city in Dubai and the Middle East’s first operational sustainable community, readies itself to host the 10th edition of the World Future Energy Summit 2017, WFES. The summit, to be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from 16th to 19th January, is being hosted by Dubai for the second consecutive year.
The Sustainable City, comprising 500 villas spread across five residential clusters, houses around 1,000 residents with... Read More
Olympic legend Bekele confirms appearance at Dubai Marathon on Jan. 20
11 Jan 2017
Just over three months since running the second fastest marathon time in history, Ethiopian Olympic legend Kenenisa Bekele has confirmed his appearance at the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon on January 20.
The three-time Olympic gold medalist stormed to victory in the Berlin Marathon in September crossing the finish line in 2h:03m:03s, just six seconds short of Dennis Kimetto’s world record (2h:02m:57s).
And after voicing his disappointment at missing out on the world record... Read More
160 Selfies in 3 mins! Check out Huawei Mate 9's New Guiness World Record
10 Jan 2017
Huawei broke the Guinness World Record for the most selfies taken with different people in three minutes. The image featuring 160 participants was captured using the Huawei Mate 9 with the iconic Burj Khalifa as a backdrop.
The record breaking attempt took place at The Palace Hotel in Downtown Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As per the Guinness World Record guidelines, the image was a selfie taken by an individual using a smartphone or digital camera and was captured in exactly 180... Read More
My City Centre Masdar to bring convenient retail concept to its neighbourhood
10 Jan 2017
The Middle East and North Africa’s leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer, Majid Al Futtaim, continues its expansion and announces today a new AED 300 million project in Abu Dhabi – “My City Centre Masdar”. The new mall will be located in the heart of Masdar City, one of the world’s most sustainable urban developments, with easy access to adjacent developments and connectivity to planned smart public transport options including buses, light rail transit (LRT) lines, Group Rapid... Read More
Al-Futtaim Motors looks to accelerate implementation of sustainable mobility
10 Jan 2017
Al-Futtaim Motors, leader in sustainable mobility and exclusive distributor of Toyota and Lexus in the UAE, will be taking part in the upcoming Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the largest gathering on sustainability in the Middle East, and a significant platform for international dialogue and cooperation, as the Official Transport Partner of the exhibition, set to be held on 12-21 January, 2017, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in Abu Dhabi.
“Our message for many... Read More
Annual sales at Dubai Duty Free reach Dhs6.673 billion (US$1.85 billion) in 2016
10 Jan 2017
Dubai Duty Free ushered in the new year by announcing annual sales of Dhs6.673 billion (US$1.85 billion) in 2016.
Reflecting on the year at Dubai Duty Free, Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer said: “Overall, it has been a good year for the operation and I would like to thank H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman of Dubai Duty Free for his ongoing support. I also join His Highness in thanking... Read More
Ticket sale picks up pace for Omega Dubai Desert Classic teeing-off 2nd Feb. – 5th Feb. 2017
10 Jan 2017
With the Omega Dubai Desert Classic fast approaching, the sale of tickets has picked up pace ahead of the 28th edition of the European Tour event that gets under way at Emirates Golf Club from February 2 to 5.
Featuring Tiger Woods, world number two Rory McIlroy, The Open champion Henrik Stenson and The Masters winner Danny Willett, who is also the defending champion, among other top-draws in a star-studded field, the tournament exudes the energy of a Major, promising an absorbing... Read More
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