Dubai Chambers has successfully organised a workshop dedicated to the gaming sector in collaboration with the Dubai Future Foundation. The session examined emerging opportunities within the sector and the prospects for the industry’s growth in Dubai. The workshop focused on strategies to achieve the objectives of the Dubai Program for Gaming 2033, an initiative overseen by the Dubai Future Foundation …

DOHA: Qatar Airways is elevating travel experiences to the Maldives through its new interline partnership with Maldivian, the national carrier of the Maldives, providing passengers the option to book both Qatar Airways and Maldivian flights on qatarairways.com. Travellers planning their holidays at one of the Maldives’ beautiful islands can now incorporate both their Qatar Airways and Maldivian flights in one booking. Once …

DUBAI: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is set to participate in the 44th GITEX Global, the world’s largest technology and startups event, scheduled from 14 to 18 October 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. At stand No. A10 in hall H17, DEWA will showcase its innovative and advanced digital initiatives, services, and programmes, which accelerate its digital transformation …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: OC Home, a youthful, homegrown brand known for its blend of affordable and modern home décor, announces the grand opening of its 5th store in Dubai, located in the bustling City Centre Mirdif. To celebrate the event, customers are offered an irresistible 40% off on everything in-store until September 1st, 2024. This latest addition marks a …

ABU DHABI: Competition for shipping container traffic is intensifying as new trade agreements and alliances, geopolitical strife, supply chain constraints, and the growing economic power of the Global South alters long-established maritime routes. Key to the success of many of the ports, during these turbulent times, has been the deployment of emerging technologies to digitalise operations in order to become …

News Desk DUBAI: The much-anticipated SHE Awards Dubai returns for its fourth season, set to take place in October 2024. This prestigious event, known for celebrating the achievements and contributions of extraordinary women from around the world, promises to be an unforgettable night of empowerment, inspiration, and recognition. The SHE Awards has grown into one of the most esteemed platforms …

Web Desk DUBAI: Dr. Suhail Al Bastaki, the Chief Community Relations Officer at Union Coop, has announced that the number of beneficiaries from the “Sa’ada” program, which Union Coop has dedicated to families with limited income and those receiving social assistance, has reached 1,500. The initiative is designed to support these families by providing monthly shopping cards worth AED 500 …

News Desk KARACHI: Following the successful launch of the first edition of She’s Next global advocacy program in Pakistan, Visa, a world leader in digital payments, will now initiate the She’s Next Club to further support women entrepreneurs. She’s Next was launched earlier this year in partnership with HBL, Pakistan’s leading bank, to empower women-owned small businesses through funding, training, …

News Desk DUBAI: Millennium Place Barsha Heights is pleased to announce the appointment of Luca Medda as the new General Manager, effective immediately. In his new role at Millennium Place Barsha Heights, Luca oversees all aspects of the hotel’s operations, ensuring the consistent delivery of exceptional guest experiences, while also driving strategic initiatives to enhance the hotel’s market positioning. Luca …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: As Dubai gears up for one of its busiest events seasons, Dubai World Trade Centre is reinforcing the city’s reputation as a leading global hub for mega-events and business tourism. DWTC has unveiled its event schedule for the final four months of 2024, featuring over 100 major business and consumer exhibitions, events, key conferences and associations …