DUBAI: The Auto Renewal service for business licences, launched by Dubai Economy to enhance ease of business and competitiveness in the emirate, has seen a 74.8% percent increase in users during the third quarter of 2017, compared to the same period of 2016. Altogether, 32,776 licence renewals were done in Q3 2017 out of which 36.3%, or 11,904, were auto-renewed, …

KARACHI: Groupe Renault and Al-Futtaim today announced that they have signed definitive agreements for the exclusive assembly and distribution of Renault vehicles in Pakistan. “Groupe Renault is delighted to extend its international footprint by entering Pakistan, a fast-growing market with a 10% annual growth rate. By partnering with Al-Futtaim, a very professional and renowned automotive partner, Groupe Renault aims to become …

BIZ TODAY REPORT FAISALABAD: Last week one of the best footwear & accessories designer in Pakistan “WalkEaze” decided to expand further by inaugurating its second outlet in Faisalabad. This second outlet of “WalkEaze” is at Satiana Road and will have full range footwear & accessories that are trademark of “WalkEaze”. Inauguration ceremony of 2nd outlet of “WalkEaze” in Faisalabad was …

BIZ TODAY REPORT DUBAI: Tejar Dubai, an initiative of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, opened yesterday Hamburgah’s new branch in Port Rashid, Marina Cubes – Dubai. The new branch was marked with an opening ceremony and was attended by H.E. Majid Saif Al Ghurair, Chairman of Dubai Chamber and Ahmed Al Mulla, Founder of Hamburgah. This fast casual …

MANAMA: Marking the 50th anniversary of its Bahrain-Paris route, Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, recently flew a number of GCC media representatives to Paris on a familiarization trip jointly hosted by Shangri-La Hotel, Paris. With daily operations to the French capital, Gulf Air provides excellent connectivity between key cities in the GCC/MENA region and Paris …

DUBAI: Around nine million Indians are expected to travel to the GCC by 2021, according to the latest figures from Colliers International, as destinations throughout the Middle East prepare to showcase their latest offering at Arabian Travel Market, which is being held at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 22-25 2018. Reports from the UNWTO suggest the outbound Indian travel …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: An exquisite selection of precious jewellery, watches, gifting items and accessories attracted a record number of visitors to the Italian pavilion organized by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) at VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show (VOD DIJS). According to Gianpaolo Bruno, Trade Commissioner to the UAE, Oman and Pakistan at the Italian Trade Agency: “We have participated …

KARACHI: Metro Cash & Carry Pakistan (METRO) has been ranked as the ‘Best Place to Work’ 2017 by Pakistan Society of Human Resource Management (PSHRM), a professional association for HR practitioners, in collaboration with Engage Consulting in two categories namely; Top Quartile, and company with Over 1000 employees. METRO Cash & Carry Pakistan provides dynamic, fun, and challenging work environment …

BIZ TODAY REPORT DUBAI: The 14th edition of the biennial Dubai International Motor Show closed at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on Saturday evening, with five-day attendance of over 100,000 visitors underlining regional consumers’ enduring confidence in the automotive industry. With Dubai International Motor Show hosting over a hundred global and regional launches of new models from leading international auto …

JOHANNESBURG: Samsung yesterday launched Samsung Newsroom South Africa, a go-to source of information for consumers and the media to keep in touch with the latest technologies and innovations from Samsung. Samsung Newsroom South Africa will feature localized content, addressing the specific needs and interests of the region. Content shared on the platform will include not only the latest updates on …