By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: Columna Media Consultancy has officially commenced its operations in the United Arab Emirates, offering strategic advisory and digital communications services across the Middle East region. With a focus on establishing a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries within government, corporate and private sectors, the company’s mission is to provide innovative, digital services that contribute …

DUBAI: Danube Properties, the fastest-growing property developer in Dubai, has maintained its tradition of delivering projects ahead of schedule by handing over Gemz by Danube, five months ahead of schedule. On November 14, a prestigious ceremony was held in Al Furjan at Gemz by Danube to start the handover of keys to proud homeowners, in recognition of Danube Properties’ dedication …

News Desk CARTAGENA DE INDIAS: At the 122nd Executive Council session held from 13-15 November in Cartagena, Colombia, Saudi Arabia has concluded its two-year chairmanship term by calling on the industry to continue to strengthen the global tourism agenda. The chair of the UN Tourism Executive Council is pivotal in guiding the organization’s vision, shaping global tourism policies, and enhancing …

By Muhammad Rafiq ABU DHABI: ADNEC Group held a press conference on Thursday , 14 November, 2024 to launch XPANSE 2024, the world’s first global forum that will bring together some of the world’s foremost experts in technology and advanced science, setting a global vision for the future in the heart of Abu Dhabi from 20-22 November. Under the esteemed patronage of …

News Desk DUBAI: In a collaborative move to strengthen the joint economic cooperation between Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, Qatar Development Bank (QDB) is organizing a Qatari trade mission to the UAE, bringing together over 25 Qatari companies from various sectors. The mission, sponsored by “Tasdeer”, the export promotion arm of QDB, aims to explore unique opportunities in UAE …

News Desk DUBAI: Heriot-Watt University and Grant Thornton today published a detailed report on the representation of women on audit committees in the UAE. Entitled ‘Grant Thornton Discovery Series – Women on Audit Committees in the UAE 2024’, the report recognises the importance of the critical role audit committees play in organisations and the significance of women on audit committees. …

Waste to Zero: The Global Initiative for Waste Decarbonisation has published a white paper focused on the role of waste as a scalable solution for decarbonisation and a net zero future. The paper was jointly developed by the partners as part of the initiative, including the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment of the United Arab Emirates, Tadweer Group, and …

KARACHI: ILMA University’s Faculty of Management Sciences proudly announces the 17th International Conference on Management & Social Sciences, to be held at the Main Campus from Nov 15 – 16, 2024. This two-day event will focus on innovative strategies for achieving sustainable success in business and economics, highlighting the transformative role of technological advancements. The conference will commence with a …

DUBAI: More than 1,000 industry professionals from over 50 countries will convene at Fastmarkets’ Middle East Iron and Steel 2024 conference next week to discuss the evolving role of steel in the region’s ongoing transformation, fueled by ambitious mega-projects that are significantly reshaping its infrastructure and economy. The region’s progress in energy transition and economic diversification creates an unprecedented emphasis on …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, makes its debut at the Bahrain International Airshow (BIAS) 2024, taking place between 13 and 15 November at the Sakhir Airbase in Manama. The carrier will showcase the retrofitted cabin interiors on a Boeing 737-800 aircraft, featuring its flagship lie-flat seats in Business Class. Visitors on day one and day two of the …