Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 12 March, 2018 5:21 pm

5 million passenger level is exceeded first time in Turkish Airlines history for the month of February

Turkish Airlines reached the highest Load Factor in February with 79.7%. Total Load Factor improved by 6.4 points to 79.7% with an increase of 14% in Available Seat Kilometer, while international LF increased by 6.6 points to 79.1%.   -Double digit growth in demand (revenue per...

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Business & Money | Monday 12 March, 2018 5:18 pm

Cityscape Conference draws roadmap for the future of real estate

The Cityscape Egypt Conference got off to a positive start today as experts and government authorities offered updates on major government projects, revealed ongoing progress in the real estate sector, and highlighted opportunities and challenges in the industry. The Conference, which is...

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Business & Money | Monday 12 March, 2018 5:07 pm

Philip Morris International and RAK Customs Sign Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) on Illicit Trade of Tobacco Products

Philip Morris International Management SA (“PMI”) and Ras Al Khaimah Customs Department have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to take a firm stance against the illicit trade of tobacco products in the United Arab Emirates. The agreement establishes a broad framework of activities...

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Beauty & Style | Monday 12 March, 2018 5:05 pm

L’azurde Q4 2017 revenues up +62.3% vs. 2016 and 2017 Operating Income up +10.7% vs. 2016

L’azurde Company for Jewellery (“L’azurde” or “the Company”), the largest gold and jewelry designer, manufacturer, distributor and retailer in the Middle East, announced today its fourth quarter and year-end 2017 financial results.   Fourth Quarter...

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Technology & IT | Monday 12 March, 2018 2:37 pm

Janina Kugel champions diversity at Siemens Ingenuity Day in UAE

In one of the world’s biggest melting pots, Janina Kugel, Chief Human Resources Officer and Member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG, delivered an inspiring speech about the importance of diversity in the workplace. Kugel also highlighted the digital transformation and its potential to...

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Business & Money | Monday 12 March, 2018 2:32 pm

Dubai WoodShow takes off with more than 300 exhibitors from 55 countries and six country pavilions

His Excellency Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi Cabinet Member and Minister of Infrastructure Development officially inaugurated the 13th edition of the Dubai Woodshow at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Monday, March 12, 2018, in the presence of H.E. Pacome Moubelet Bouyeba,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 12 March, 2018 2:28 pm

#CelebrateKuwait Festival in Dubai concludes with a distinctive participation attended by 5,000 visitors

#CelebrateKuwait Festival in RISE Dubai Creek Harbour concluded its activities marking a great success. More than 5,000 visitors have enjoyed 25+ varied activities for two consecutive days. The festival was organized by Kuwait Business Council in Dubai and the Northern Emirates (KuwaitBC) in...

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Environment & Energy | Monday 12 March, 2018 2:21 pm

Sharjah Girl Guides Launches ‘Pick and Grow’ Initiative to Enhance Environmental Sustainability

Coinciding with the 38th UAE Afforestation Week, Sharjah Girl Guides (SGG) organised the ‘Pick and Grow’ initiative in collaboration with Sharjah Municipality, with the aim of fostering a culture of environmental conservation and highlighting the importance of increasing green spaces to ...

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Culture & Education | Monday 12 March, 2018 2:15 pm

Ministry of community development launches a number of initiatives and events during the UAE Month of Reading

Her Excellency Hessa bint Essa, Minister of Community Development for the UAE, highlighted the importance of a reading culture to the greater community as the Ministry of Community Development launched its UAE Month of Reading initiative, a comprehensive programme of events and initiatives aimed at ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Monday 12 March, 2018 1:27 pm

NIKKI BEACH HOTELS & RESORTS APPOINTS ALEXANDER SCHNEIDER VICE PRESIDENT FOR EUROPE AND MIDDLE EAST

Global luxury lifestyle and hospitality brand announces the appointment of Alexander Schneider as Vice President of Nikki Beach Hotels & Resorts Ltd to lead the division’s plans for expansion.  Alexander Schneider has been working with the brand since April 2016, heading ...

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