DUBAI: Malaysia today unveiled the details of the unique Rainforest Canopy’ concept at its Expo 2020 country pavilion, highlighting its commitment to sustainability. Addressing a press conference, the Malaysian Ambassador to the UAE, H.E Mohd Tarid Sufian said, the pavilion spanning an area of 1,234.05 sq. metres, is the first Net Zero Carbon initiative at Expo 2020, and is an …

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has unveiled a new safety video, filmed on location at Louvre Abu Dhabi, to give passengers across the globe, a glimpse of what attractions the capital has to offer. Terry Daly, Executive Director Guest Experience Brand & Marketing, Etihad Airways said: “Our safety video needed a refresh including the safety …

Bidfood Middle East, the leading foodservice distributor in the region and part of JSE-listed Bidfood Group, has appointed former employee, Samer Abou Daher, as regional Director of People and Culture. The move comes as BME turns the dial up on its People Development vision – an integral part of its mission to nurture a people-focused and future-driven organization.  As Director …

News Desk DUBAI/JEDDAH: Emirates has made its first A380 touchdown at Terminal 1 in Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA), making it the first airline to operate the double-decker aircraft to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s latest aviation landmark. EK flight 2803 landed in Jeddah at 1810hrs yesterday and was greeted with a water cannon salute. For the inaugural A380 …

Dubai Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a high-level Italian business delegation from Confindustria Cisambiente to discuss joint cooperation and the possibility of Dubai being the hub for expansion of the Confederation’s activities in the region, keeping in view the importance that Dubai gives to sustainability and innovation. The delegation, led by Dr. Giovanni Bozzetti, President – External Relations, Confindustria Cisambiente …

KARACHI: In continuation to support education in Pakistan and provide affordable education for the deserving students, Lucky Cement Limited has launched yet another scholarship program for the youth of District Lakki Marwat. Under this program, the eligible students can apply for scholarships for graduate and post-graduate programs. The Company will cover the tuition fee expense of the selected students. Students residing permanently …

Emirates has announced it will resume four-weekly services to Orlando from 2nd June 2021, further expanding its US network, and offering customers worldwide more travel choices and enhanced connectivity via Dubai. With the addition of Orlando, Emirates will be serving over 60 weekly services to and from 11 US destinations including Boston, New York (JFK), Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C, Seattle, …

Sport Desk DUBAI: Italian football legend Paolo Maldini paid a visit to Emirates Group Headquarters yesterday during his stay in Dubai. The AC Milan footballer, regarded as one of the greatest defenders ever, met with Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline. The meeting underscored the near 15 year relationship between Emirates and AC Milan. Maldini, who now serves as Technical Director of AC …

DOHA: Qatar Airways is pleased to announce its summer schedule, maintaining its position as the leading international carrier providing reliable global connectivity. Having never stopped flying throughout the pandemic the airline has worked diligently to be the world’s leading airline for safety, innovation and customer experience. By the peak of the IATA Summer Season, the national carrier of the State …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates is showcasing the UAE’s remarkable progress in its vaccination programme with a special flight that will carry only fully vaccinated crew and passengers onboard. On 10 April 2021, special flight EK2021 will depart Dubai International Airport at 12:00hrs local time, to cruise over various areas across the UAE. The flight will return to Dubai at 14:30hrs …