ADQ, a prominent global sovereign investor focused on critical infrastructure and supply chains, has partnered with Orion Resource Partners, a global investment firm specializing in metals and materials. Together, they have established a new joint venture based in Abu Dhabi that will invest strategically in the metals and mining sector, aiming to enhance supply chain...
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) launched a revamped website on Thursday, aimed at providing a “faster, more efficient, and secure” experience for users seeking visa and residency services in the UAE. This update is designed to streamline access to essential services, enabling users to interact with the platform anytime...
Sharjah Airport has officially launched its inaugural direct flights to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marking a significant expansion of its travel destinations. Air Arabia will operate three scheduled weekly flights between Sharjah and Addis Ababa on Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, utilizing an Airbus A320 for these routes. This development was celebrated during a ceremony attended by...
Abu Dhabi has inaugurated the Graphene Enhanced Concrete (GEC) Consortium, a collaborative initiative involving Khalifa University of Science and Technology’s Research and Innovation Centre for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s Industrial Development Bureau (DED-IDB), the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC), and the Department of Municipalities and...
flydubai has announced a new partnership with Ultramain Systems, a company specializing in electronic technical logbook software. This move is part of the airline’s efforts to embrace innovative technology and enhance its operational efficiency. The ULTRAMAIN ELB, a digital solution provided by Ultramain Systems, will replace the traditional paper logbook system. This will allow flydubai’s...
The UAE has announced a rise in fuel prices for February 2025, as confirmed by the Ministry of Energy on January 31. The Fuel Prices Monitoring Committee has decided to increase the rates compared to January 2025. These monthly adjustments are based on the average global price of oil, which fluctuates, and include the operating...
A significant partnership has emerged between M42, a global health technology leader, and the UAE’s Ministry of Defence (MoD). This collaboration was highlighted during a panel discussion at Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed (SSBZH) Hospital on the final day of Arab Health, titled “Innovative Integration: M42 and Zayed Military Hospital Pioneering Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Hospital...
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has officially licensed the ‘Pura Longevity Clinic’, a leading facility of PureHealth Group that specializes in longevity science. This licensing comes as the clinic successfully met the standards outlined by DoH for medical centers focused on healthy longevity. The establishment of this new clinic is expected to...
Dubai will host the UAE-Kuwait Week from February 3rd to 4th at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers. This event aims to strengthen the strategic relations between the UAE and Kuwait, fostering collaboration across various sectors. It will also promote comprehensive development and mutual interests between the two nations. Organized jointly by the UAE and Kuwait, the...
Estonia is actively seeking to strengthen its cooperation with the UAE, particularly in the field of digital health. Maria Belovas, the Ambassador of Estonia to the UAE, emphasized the country’s commitment to forming strategic partnerships with Emirati healthcare institutions to implement innovative solutions. This initiative was discussed during the Arab Health 2025 event at the...