Technology & IT | Monday 2 February, 2015 3:12 pm

Etisalat Group Announces Faiez Awadh as Mobily’s Chief Human Resources Officer

Etisalat Group, the leading telecommunications operator in Middle East, Africa and Asia, announced today the appointment of Faiez Awadh as the Chief Human Resources Officer of Etihad Etisalat "Mobily", the leading telecom operator in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.Faiez brings to Mobily over 20 years...

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Technology & IT | Monday 2 February, 2015 3:09 pm

Ericsson partners with twofour54 to grow playout services in the Middle East

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has strengthened its partnership with twofour54, the commercial arm of the Media Zone Authority – Abu Dhabi, through the acquisition of its current playout business, initially providing playout services for nine different channels.The agreement, which comes as part of a...

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Business & Money | Monday 2 February, 2015 7:51 am

ADFG wins for Outstanding Performance & Innovation at MENA Fund Manager Performance Awards 2015

Abu Dhabi Financial Group (“ADFG”), the Abu Dhabi-based multi-billion dollar alternative investment firm primarily focused on financial services and real estate, was recognised at the esteemed MENA Fund Manager Awards 2015 winning the Outstanding Performance & Innovation award. Led by ADFG’s...

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Environment & Energy | Monday 2 February, 2015 7:46 am

‘Arab Authority for Agricultural Investment and Development’ officially launches ‘Gulf Forum to Enhance Food Security

The Arab Authority for Agricultural Investment and Development (AAAID) officially announced in a press conference on 1 feb. the launch of ‘Gulf Forum to Enhance Food Security and Support Small and Medium Scale Farmers,’ which will take place on March 2, 2015 at the Fairmont Hotel Bab Al Bahr in ...

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Culture & Education | Monday 2 February, 2015 7:42 am

Alarab News Channel Launches

Alarab News Channel, the MENA region's latest 24-hour news channel, began transmission at 13.00 GMT on 1st February from its headquarters in Bahrain to viewers all over the world. The launch ushers in a completely new style of news programming for the Middle East and beyond and fills a critical...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 1 February, 2015 3:27 pm

ETIHAD AIRWAYS INTRODUCES THE BOEING 787-9 INTO COMMERCIAL SERVICE

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today introduced its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner into commercial service. The first flight, operated by a Boeing 787-9, departed Abu Dhabi at 02.15 as flight EY23 for the 7 hour 25 minute flight to Düsseldorf, Germany. The flight...

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Business & Money | Sunday 1 February, 2015 8:47 am

The 5th Annual Investment Meeting from March 30 to April 1

UAE Ministry of Economy, organisers of the Annual Investment Meeting held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai, said that extensive discussions on global economic issues will dominate the 5th edition of Annual...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 1 February, 2015 8:43 am

GULFOOD 2015 TO PROPEL DUBAI’S ISLAMIC ECONOMY CAPITAL VISION

One of the fastest growing segments of the worldwide food industry and currently worth US$1.1 trillion globally, the international Halal food market occupies an integral part of Gulfood 2015 – the landmark 20th anniversary of the world’s leading food and hospitality trade show.In all, more than ...

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Government | Sunday 1 February, 2015 8:38 am

Dubai Smart Government honours key partners for commendable role in emirate’s transition to ‘smart’ government

In line with its efforts to consolidate its relations with public and private sector entities, Dubai Smart Government (DSG) recently honoured its key partners for their roles in achieving its Strategic Vision 2014-2017 of transforming Dubai into the world’s smartest city. The Department firmly...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Saturday 31 January, 2015 2:02 pm

Landmark Group expands its presence in the region Opens ICONIC, NEW LOOK at Al Salam Mall Salmiya

Landmark Group, the region’s leading retail and hospitality conglomerate, officially opened the doors of three of its stores: ICONIC, NEW LOOK & FUN CITY at Al Salam Mall Salmiya. Expanding its presence across the region, the lavish new stores opening was celebrated at an official ribbon cutting ...

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