By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: Japan National Tourism Organization’s (JNTO) Dubai office hosted six influencers based in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries for the first-ever GCC-focused influencer campaign. The initiative aimed to foster interest in visiting Japan and stimulate a desire to explore the country among the GCC audience. The influencers experienced two distinct routes during their stay: the classic …

DUBAI: REVIER Dubai, the city’s newest ultramodern city hotel in Business Bay, has launched a super indulgent ‘All You Can Eat’ Barbeque Menu for only AED 159, down from AED 199, at the hotel’s Alphorn restaurant. Starting this Thursday, every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7pm to 10pm, guest can enjoy an unlimited BBQ dinner starting with a wide selection …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Following a bullish year, Samana Developers continues building on its growth trajectory and today unveiled its biggest and priciest project, an AED1.4 billion ($381 million) Samana Barari Twin Towers, a flagship luxury residential complex in Majan Dubai.With a built-up area of 1.6 million square feet, the Samana Barari Twin Towers project is a blend of nature-inspired …

AlUla Moments bid Winter at Tantora’s latest edition a fond farewell this past weekend, concluding its incredible fifth version in fitting fashion by welcoming large crowds throughout the final few days. The region’s favorite culture, art, and music festival, Winter at Tantora, presented a six-week-long extravaganza of premium celebrations this time around, living up to its billing as the ‘biggest, best, …

DUBAI: Arab Bank Group achieved solid results for the year ending December 31, 2023, reporting a growth of 52% in net income after tax of $829.6 million as compared to $544.3 million in 2022. The Group’s performance was driven by sustainable growth in the underlying business across different markets, as net profit before provisions and tax improved by 34% to …

By Muhammad Rafiq MAKKAH, KSA: Halal Products Development Company (HPDC), a wholly-owned company by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has concluded its participation as a main sponsor in the Makkah Halal Forum 2024, which took place from 23 to 25 January. The event witnessed HPDC successfully sign partnership agreements to drive growth across local and global Halal ecosystems. Held in …

DUBAI: Hundreds of Emirates Group employees descended on the Dubai desert this week to successfully set a new Guinness World Records title for the Most nationalities in a yoga lesson. The event, designed to kick-start the new year with a unique wellness initiative, saw participants from 144 different nationalities take on the challenge at sunset. The initiative showcased the rich diversity …

Bridgestone Middle East, a global leader in sustainable mobility and advanced solutions, secured the renowned Tyre Technology Provider of the Year Award at the Truck and Fleet ME awards. This achievement marks the third consecutive win for the company in the same category. The key objective of the award ceremony, which was held in The Ritz Carlton, JBR, Dubai, was …

Menzies Aviation (“Menzies”), the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, and an Agility company, today announced the acquisition of a 50% stake in Jardine Aviation Services Group (“JASG”) from Jardine Matheson – a diversified Asia-focused conglomerate. This partnership is a joint venture with China National Aviation Corporation (“CNAC”). JASG, a leading ground handling services company, has been …

CULVER CITY, Calif: Students in West Los Angeles College’s aviation maintenance technician program have new tools in their toolboxes — more than 450 to be exact. Thanks to a new partnership with American Airlines, students now have direct access to the airline’s Los Angeles-based aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) through ongoing engagement opportunities and guaranteed interviews for top-performing students. “American is …