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ADNOC Gas awards $3.6bn contract to boost gas processing

ADNOC Gas invests $3.6bn to boost gas processing capabilities

The project seeks to increase ethane extraction from the company’s existing onshore facilities in the Habshan complex

Dubai introduces Dhs20,000 for drivers fleeing accident scene

Dubai: Drivers fleeing accident scene face Dhs20,000 fine

The authority’s accident investigation experts use innovative technologies to identify accident causes and track down offenders

Anantara's eco-luxury resort

Anantara’s eco-luxury resort in Ras Al Khaimah to launch this year

The eco-luxury resort features 174 guest rooms, suites and villas, including the first over-water villas in the emirate

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UAE weather: NCM forecasts rainy convective cloud formations

The centre presented a weather forecast for the period between Wednesday and Saturday

Dubai Public Prosecution enables smart Fine payment service

Dubai Public Prosecution launches fine payment service, enables travel ban to be lifted automatically

The service enables parties in a criminal case to pay the issued fine and automatically have their travel ban lifted after the court’s verdict is issued

UAE enacts new laws for healthcare professionals

UAE enacts new laws for healthcare professionals

Practising without a healthcare licence attracts a fine of not less than Dhs50,000 and not exceeding Dhs100,000

Dubai GDP

Dubai’s GDP grows 2.8% in Q1 2023 to reach Dhs111.3bn

The city’s growth in the first quarter of 2023 significantly outpaced the growth rates of some of the most developed nations worldwide

Dubai Chamber attracts 50 SMEs to Dubai in H1 2023

Dubai Chamber welcomes 50 SMEs to Dubai in H1 2023

The chamber opened six new international representative offices during the first half of the year, bringing the total number to 21

Back to school

UAE school holidays 2023: When does the new academic term start?

The UAE’s Ministry of Education mandates 182 academic days in a year for those schools following the international curriculum

Where to watch the Perseids meteor showerin the UAE Image Getty images

Perseids meteor shower 2023: How to watch it in the UAE

The Dubai Astronomy Group is hosting a viewing event at Al Awir desert on Saturday, August 12, from 10pm to 3am

DFSA FIU sign Mou to fight financial crime

UAE: DFSA, Financial Intelligence Unit join hands against financial crime

The agreement aims to enhance co-operation, co-ordination and information sharing between the DFSA and FIU to fulfill their respective obligations related to AML/CFT compliance

Yahsat’s half-year revenues down 2% to $205m

Abu Dhabi’s Yahsat posts $205m in half-year revenue

The company’s mobility solutions registered strong double-digit growth in the second quarter of the year, up 12 per cent

voco to debut in Sharjah (Image: Supplied by IHG Hotels and Resorts)

IHG to enter Sharjah with voco property

The 191-key hotel is expected to open in 2027

Neweast to set up auto parts hub in Jafza Image Jafza/ DP World

Neweast to establish Dhs500m auto parts distribution hub in Jafza

Neweast’s strategic hub in Jafza will support order fulfillment and delivery in the region for more than 160 premium aftermarket brands

Dubai Chamber of Commerce

Dubai Chamber of Commerce reports 30,000 new joinees in H1 2023

More than 30,000 new companies joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce during H1 2023 as value of members’ exports exceeds Dhs137bn

Dubai Taxi corporation

Dubai Taxi Corporation launches digital transformation strategic plan 2022-2025

The strategy seeks to accomplish a host of strategic goals highlighted by digital mobility, excellent operation, financial sustainability, people’s happiness and shaping the future

UAE CARBON CREDITS SYSTEM

UAE to develop national system for carbon credits using blockchain

The collaboration aims to reduce emissions and enhance sustainable agriculture, environmental health, and biodiversity in the UAE

Masdar green bond at London Stock Exchange

Masdar marks $750m green bond debut with market opening at London Stock Exchange: Watch

This bond is the first part of a programme to raise up to $3bn to meet Masdar’s equity funding commitments on new renewable energy projects

ADQ to open next gen greehouse in ADQ Image ADQ twitter

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ, Safe Haven Solutions to construct high-tech greenhouse in KEZAD

The new project will use advanced technology to sustainably cultivate tomatoes and cucumbers year-round in the UAE

Ajman Bank Dhs550m right issue oversubsribed Mohamed-Amiri Image courtesy Ajman Bank

Ajman Bank’s Dhs550m rights issue receives strong response

The rights issue was oversubscribed 7.4 times, with a total demand of Dhs4.1bn

Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered, DIFC Innovation Hub partner to empower UAE women entrepreneurs

The Women in Tech accelerator programme offers entrepreneurs a platform to unleash their potential, overcome barriers and accelerate their business ventures

Dubai Police adds Mercedes EV SUV to fleet Image Dubai media Office Dubai Police twitter

Dubai Police has added this new luxury EV to its fleet

The luxury EV features a 516hp dual-engine capable of accelerating from 0-100kmph in just 4.3 seconds

UAE MoF announces strategic plan_Photo-courtesy WAM MoF

UAE: Ministry of Finance announces strategic plan for 2023-2026

The plan will develop financial policies to promote economic growth, create a competitive business environment and strengthen international economic relations

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (L) meets with HE Abdel Fattah El Sisi, President of Egypt

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed meets Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi

The UAE President Sheikh Mohamed’s visit to Egypt comes close on the heels of his recent visit to Jordan and Bahrain

Dubai tourism numbers for H1 2023

Dubai surpasses pre-pandemic international tourism levels in H1 2023

The emirate said there were 8.55 million international tourists in the January-to-June period this year, the best first-half performance yet

Wellington Management opens Dubai Office

Wellington Management set to expand into Middle East with Dubai office

Wellington has been managing assets for clients in the Middle East and North Africa for 29 years and decided to expand into the region to support local needs

ADNOC Gas reports $2.3bn in half-year net income

ADNOC Gas’ H1 2023 net income plunges 12% to $2.3bn

Brent crude oil prices, which are used for gas pricing, decreased by nearly 31 per cent during the period under review

UAE Pass

MoIAT adopts UAE Pass across all its digital services

From August 15, customers will need to have registered for UAE Pass to access the ministry’s services including specification, conformity and accreditation services

ADNOC L and S

ADNOC L&S reports 327% increase in net profit for H1 2023

ADNOC L&S attributed its strong performance to its expansion of asset and customer base, decarbonisation of operations, and entering new verticals

IHC’s half-year net profit surges to $2.8bn

Abu Dhabi’s IHC posts $2.8bn in half-year profit

The conglomerate said its revenues surged by 30.8 per cent year-on-year to Dhs28.7bn as the company sustains its growth trajectory