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 …

Careem has recently released a new feature in its Super App which enables users to book a ride to any Covid19 vaccination centre in Pakistan with just two taps. The new “Get vaccinated” tool includes detailed information from official government sources on the vaccines being offered in the country, its eligibility, and the timings and locations of all centers across the …

The aircraft departed Dubai International (DXB) at 09:44 and arrived in Tirana International Airport (TIA) at 13:46 local time. The flight was welcomed on arrival by a ceremonial water cannon salute and representatives from the airport and Albanian government officials. flydubai will serve this route with twice weekly flights, on Thursdays and Sundays. With the introduction of the new service, …

Meezan Bank, the Best Bank in Pakistan recently joined hands with Outfitters, a fashion retail brand to streamline their Transaction Banking Collection Services. Under this agreement, Meezan Bank, through the provision of its state-of-the-art online banking solution, named eBiz+, will enable Outfitters to fully automate its outlet collections. The partnership will further create value for Outfitters by serving as an end-to-end …

Dubai Chamber of Commerce discussed today at its headquarter the bilateral economic ties and investment opportunities with His Excellency Pierre Dartout, Minister of State in the Principality of Monaco. The dignitary was head of a delegation from the European principality that arrived in Dubai to explore opportunities of mutual benefit and to enhance bi-lateral relations as the city moves towards …

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced a new partnership with the UAE Cycling Federation to provide technological expertise and support. The collaboration will see du sponsor the upcoming President’s Cycling Cup, the annual event for cyclists across the country, and facilitate IoT capabilities and 5G network coverage. Fahad Al Hassawi, Acting CEO, du, said: “Upholding business excellence, …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates has expanded its A380 services to Amman to daily flights, bringing more of its award-winning onboard experience to its customers in Jordan. The first A380 daily service landed yesterday at Queen Alia International Airport. In response to increasing customer demand, Emirates will also boost its weekly frequencies between Dubai and Amman to 12 flights with additional services on …

The Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network Remote Working Task Force recently organised a webinar that examined best practices in effectively managing teams that are working remotely during Covid-19. The virtual event, attended by 55 participants from 39 companies, highlighted the importance of prioritising the mental and physical wellbeing of employees, as well as strategies and plans that companies can adopt to …

REDTAG, the region’s favourite homegrown value fashion and homeware brand, launched its latest retail outlet last week at Sharjah’s iconic new shopping, entertainment, leisure, and dining address – Majid Al Futtaim’s City Centre Al Zahia. The coming together of one of the region’s most beloved retail brands, with the Northern Emirates’ latest super-regional mall, marks UAE’s optimistic return to normal. Launched just …

News Desk JEDDAH: Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia marks ten years of operations to the People’s Republic of China. SAUDIA began operations to Guangzhou on 27 March in 2011, initially with thrice-weekly-flights with a widebody Boeing 777-200, which was upgraded to a B777-300 in 2017 and then to a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner thereafter (2019). …