The Cathay Pacific Group has released its comprehensive annual Sustainable Development Report that addresses its commitment and progress in the areas of environmental, social and governance, which are of great importance to its stakeholders, and towards its goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Regional General Manager, South Asia Middle East and Africa (SAMEA), Rakesh Raicar said, “We continue to …

Investors from Russia and the 11 other Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries now represent more than 20% of potential homebuyers in Dubai with the average ticket size ranging from AED 2.5 million for individuals and AED 25 million for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), according to Dubai-based property consultants Mira Estate. Tamara Getigezheva, CEO & Partner, Mira Estate, said: “The real estate investor pool in …

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s leading carrier, commenced thrice-weekly passenger service to Washington DC via Lomé, Togo as of 01 June 2022. The new flight increases the frequency of Ethiopian Airlines’ flights to Washington DC to 10 from the existing seven weekly flights it operates via Dublin. The new flight is operated with B787-800 as per the below schedule. Flight number Frequency …

Malaysia has officially reopened its borders to international tourists starting 1st April 2022. Targeting to attract more than 2 million international tourists this year, Tourism Malaysia, the promotional board under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), will embark on a continuous effort to showcase the country’s unique blend of “Truly Asia” heritage to the Middle East and the …

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) has entered into a partnership with Coca-Cola Arena. As the exclusive F&B partner of Dubai’s home of live entertainment, EKFC will provide a full range of catering and hospitality services including menu development, food production, logistics, as well as service staff for all events and conferences. Daniel Wells, Vice President – Commercial of EKFC, said: “We are proud to have earned the trust of Coca-Cola Arena and look forward to delivering best-in-class …

Shell Pakistan Limited (SPL) inaugurated its newly revamped integrated retail outlet, SPL Defence Service Station, located at Khayaban-e-Bahria in DHA Phase 5 Karachi. The new retail outlet has been reconstructed and equipped with Shell Recharge, an expanded Shell Select outlet and a bigger Shell Car Wash facility. The latest additions to SPL Defence Service Station cater to the evolving needs …

In line with the directives of the Executive Council of Dubai to implement initiatives aimed at preserving environmental sustainability and changing the behavior of excessive plastic use, Union Coop has announced limiting single-use plastic bags from July. “Consumers do not have to worry about anything as Union Coop will offer them several options instead of single-use plastic bags, including cloth …

Memon College of Nursing celebrated International Nurses Day on 31st May, 2022 at Memon Medical Institute Hospital.  Brigadier Dr. Malik Waqar Ahmed Awan, TI(M) (Retd), Chief Executive Officer of MMI hospital was the chief guest of the ceremony. The hospital is committed to deliver quality healthcare services at affordable prices to the masses. it is globally proven that the quality …

he multi-year sponsorship agreement between Qatar Airways and Concacaf enters its second year, with the airline taking centre stage as the Presenting Sponsor for the 2022/23 Concacaf Nations League (CNL). The CNL presented by Qatar Airways is a premier international football competition of men’s national teams from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The CNL was founded in 2018 …

Sheikha Mozah bint Marwan Al Maktoum has become the first woman to pilot the AW609tiltrotor, setting a new and important milestone for female pilots in civil aviation. Sheikha Mozahpiloted the revolutionary aircraft during her visit to the U.S helicopter headquarters of Leonardo,a global high-tech player in Aerospace, Defence and Security, located in Philadelphia. Commenting on the opportunity to personally test …