Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 29 January, 2015 12:06 am

ETIHAD FLIGHT COLLEGE RECEIVES GCAA APPROVAL

Etihad Flight College, the world-class flight training college based at Al Ain International Airport in the UAE, is now authorised to provide the Multi Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) training program following certification as an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) by the UAE General Civil Aviation...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 5:17 pm

L Capital Asia Partners with Bateel

The Gulf based gourmet food company and owner of the iconic gourmet date confectionery boutiques and premium cafes, is pleased to announce a new partnership with L Capital Asia, the Asian private equity fund sponsored by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton S.A. (LVMH). Bateel is a homegrown Saudi...

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Government | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 5:00 pm

On Dubai Customs’ Agenda: Creating customer happiness and meeting the goals of Dubai Plan 2021

In celebration of the International Customs Day (ICD), observed 26th of January every year, Dubai Customs hosted a panel session that brought together some of DC’s senior officials. Opening the panel session, His Excellency Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director of Dubai Customs, said: “Our best...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 4:20 pm

World’s Agriculture Value Chain to Converge in Abu Dhabi, 9-11 March

Details of speakers and topics to be covered at the 2015 Global Forum for Innovations in Agriculture (GFIA) have been unveiled. The three-day conference and exhibition will feature more than 300 next-generation agricultural solutions that will help shape the future of sustainable farming around the ...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 2:58 pm

GULF CONSUMERS MORE TRUSTING WITH PERSONAL DATA

Shoppers in the Gulf region are among the most open with their personal information, with 67 per cent willing to share their data, second only to India, reveals a new global survey by leading loyalty provider, Aimia Inc. (TSX: AIM).The survey of over 24,000 respondents from ten countries including...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 1:06 pm

Top 10 Hotels in Hawaii

Known as the idyllic holiday destination, sunny Hawaii has something for everyone- from beautiful beaches, a great culture and stunning seaside accommodation, guests are guaranteed the ultimate getaway. HotelsCombined, the world leader in hotel price comparison presents Hawaii’s Top 10 Hotels.10. ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 11:57 am

A PROMISE OF ROMANCE IN THE SEASON OF LOVE AT SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, QARYAT AL BERI, ABU DHABI

Romance is high in Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi offers more than 12 romantic culinary alternatives to celebrate true love. The Valentine’s weekend starts on Friday evening 13 February with carefully prepared menus in each of our key restaurants and outdoor locations. Whether you...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 11:06 am

Huawei Consumer Business Group Announces 30% Increase in Global Sales Revenue in 2014

- Focus on high-end premium smartphone strategy results in substantial year-on-year sales revenue growth to USD 12.2 BillionHuawei has announced the 2014 financial performance of its Consumer Business Group (BG). Worldwide sales revenue for the business group increased 30% year-on-year to USD...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 10:17 am

Sofitel The Palm Dubai Won Five Awards At The International Hotel Awards

- Sofitel The Palm Dubai has attained five awards at the prestigious International Hotel Awards (IHA) on the 26th of January 2015. The best hotels and hospitality related companies from more than 50 countries across the world have competed to achieve one or more coveted International Hotel...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 28 January, 2015 9:56 am

Emirates NBD partners with NCR to introduce new ATM experience in the UAE

- Emirates NBD ATMs empowered by NCR CxBanking application platform Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region andNCR Corporation (NYSE:NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, today jointly announced that Emirates NBD Group has become the first in the Middle East region to...

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