By Rafiq Vayani BERLIN, Germany: Emirates has renewed its strategic partnership with TUI Cruises, further cementing Dubai’s position as a premier global cruise tourism hub. The strategic extension of this partnership coincides with TUI Cruises’ expansion in Dubai, marked by the addition of a second vessel homeporting its operations there for the 2025/2026 cruise season. The partnership renewal was formalised …

News Desk ABU DHABI: Viory, the video news agency of the Global South, and Abu Dhabi University (ADU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore and develop collaborative initiatives in academic programs and research. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering innovation and advancing educational excellence in the UAE and beyond. The agreement, signed by Professor Ghassan …

News Desk DUBAI: Pakistani-Origin Mehwish Salman Ali has been selected as a member in the Forbes Technology Council. She is the only female IT and fourth technology expert in the prestigious think tank listed as a Pakistani. As a Forbes Technology Council member, she represents the country at an elite level, influencing C-suite executives and policymakers. Her selection for this …

News Desk BERLIN/DUBAI: Emirates today welcomed Kai Wegner, Governing Mayor of Berlin, at its stand during the official Opening Tour of ITB Berlin 2025, accompanied by Dieter Janecek, Federal Government Coordinator for the Maritime Industry and Tourism; Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General of UN Tourism; Julia Simpson, president and CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council; Norbert Fiebig, President of the German Travel …

News Desk RAS AL KHAIMAH: Al Ghurair Motors proudly announces its partnership with the General Resources Authority (GRA) in Ras Al Khaimah, to launch the first fully automated smart vehicle testing centre in the GCC. This state-of-the-art facility marks a transformative leap forward, offering a seamless and efficient vehicle testing experience in the Northern Emirates. Located in Al Qussaidat in …

Web Desk DUBAI: Object 1, one of Dubai’s most dynamic players in Dubai’s real estate market, successfully hosted the inaugural Award N1 by Object 1 – Power of Being First, an exclusive event that recognized excellence, innovation, and leadership in the real estate sector. Held on February 28, 2025, at the Atlantis The Royal on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, the event …

By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) launched the Make it in the Emirates Ramadan Market to raise awareness of the “Make it in the Emirates” initiative and support the Year of Community. Launched in collaboration with the Emirates Council for Rural Development, the National CSR Fund “MAJRA”, and the UAE Food and Beverage Business …

Web Desk ABU DHABI: Al Seer Marine (ADX: ASM), a frontrunner in the maritime industry and a subsidiary of International Holding Company (ADX: IHC), announced the delivery of motor tankers Tabit and Rigel, the final two vessels in its series of six new build Medium Range (MR) tankers ordered from K Shipbuilding Korea. These vessels feature Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems …

News Desk DUBAI: TrustFlight Ltd. (TrustFlight), a global leader in aviation digitization, is proud to announce that SolitAir, the UAE’s only dedicated cargo-agnostic airline operating express daily scheduled services between Dubai and high-yield key trade routes across the Global South, has selected TrustFlight’s Safety, Quality, and Risk Management platform, Centrik 5 to enhance operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and streamline …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Mohammad Ali Tabba, the prominent business leader of Lucky Group (YBG) group inaugurated Head Office of Lucky Investments Limited (Formerly Interloop Asset Management Limited) at Finance & Trade Centre on Friday. Present at the occasion were directors and senior management of the company including Chairman Mohammad Ali Tabba, Director Jawed Tabba and CEO, Mohammad Shoaib, CFA. …