Business & Money | Thursday 10 December, 2015 3:27 am

Jawaher Al Qasimi opens "Souq Anwan" in Dibba Al Hisn and inaugurates "Jeel" business incubators for women entrepreneurs

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Honorary Chairperson of the Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC), yesterday (Tuesday) opened "Souq Anwan" and inaugurated business incubators under "Jeel" initiative. The...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 4:36 pm

On-board catering stars get their gongs at SIAL’s Mercury awards

Leaders in on-board catering from around the world have been honoured at the 34th annual Mercury by SIAL Group, during a ceremony attended by the crème de la crème of the global travel catering industry.      The awards recognise the very best in on-board catering ...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 2:21 pm

Fuel Systems Manufacturer Plans Global Expansion with New Facility in the UAE

Stanadyne, a fuel injection system developer based in Windsor, Connecticut, today announced plans to open a facility in the UAE in spring 2016. The announcement follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Millat Tractors Ltd. that outlines a long term partnership to supply fuel...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 12:49 pm

GCC plastics producers deliver solutions for climate change

Plastics producers in the Arabian Gulf region are taking strides forward in doing their part to contribute to climate protection, says the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association, on the sideline of the 21st edition of the Conference of Parties (COP21) climate talks underway in Paris from 30...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 9:41 am

The Reward Programme of Your Dreams

RAKBANK continues to turn dreams into a reality by revamping its “Dream It. Live It.” programme for its conventional and AMAL MasterCard® credit cards. The rewards available to cardholders range from some of life's basic necessities to the most indulgent...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 9:37 am

Abu Dhabi’s container port ready for next phase of expansion

Port operator, Abu Dhabi Terminals, announced that Khalifa Port Container Terminal is ready for the next phase of expansion and that new equipment will be added in 2016 and 2017 to keep up with demand for services. Abu Dhabi’s main container port is currently on 78% of its handling capacity...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 9:34 am

Thuraya Supports Crossing of the Empty Quarter Expedition

Leading Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) operator Thuraya Telecommunications Company has announced its support of a re-enactment of the first-ever crossing of The Empty Quarter (Rub' Al Khali), the largest sand desert on earth. To coincide with the 45th National Day of the Sultanate ...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 9:28 am

Hong Kong Trade Fairs in January and March 2016

Hong Kong and UAE have enjoyed robust bilateral trade relations on a range of products and services over the years. Adding to the Hong Kong’s business advantages, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) organises more than 30 exhibitions each year to bring together buyers and suppliers...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 2:48 am

Deloitte: GCC is one step closer to VAT implementation

Agreements were reached in recent days by members of the GCC on certain design aspects of the Value Added Tax (VAT) systems that are expected to be implemented around the region over time. These agreements mark an important step forward in the increasingly important fiscal reform debate and provide ...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 9 December, 2015 1:52 am

GOIC: "Specialist Group" is the exclusive sponsor for the transport of the Gulf Metrology Forum

The Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting (GOIC) announced that "Specialist Group" is the exclusive sponsor of transportation in the First Gulf Metrology Forum and accompanying exhibition. The Forum is held in cooperation with the Ministry of Environment in the State of Qatar, and...

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