Al-Karam Textile Mills, in collaboration with Fair Trade USA, have partnered with Dr. Essa Laboratory & Diagnostic to provide free-of-cost and best quality pathological services to the employees of Al-Karam Textile Mills. At the inauguration of this project, a unit of the lab providing basic services was instated within the premises of their mill in Karachi, along with the presence …

In line with the UAE innovates week held from 21-27 February 2021, Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD) is showcasing an interactive digital map for the Emirate of Ajman. It provides visitors and tourists with key information on the Emirate’s top tourist attractions, hotel establishments, cultural & sports facilities, and their directions. HE Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, ATDD Director General stressed the …

Nestlé Pakistan posted a revenue of PKR 118.8 billion for 2020, a 2.4% growth from 2019. Despite the unprecedented situation caused by the pandemic, the company was able to grow the revenue through undisrupted supply and availability of products, innovation and renovation initiatives, numeric distribution expansion and investments behind the brands. The company was also able to improve profitability with …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which aims to position Dubai as one of the first cities in the world to implement digital verification of traveller medical records related to COVID-19 testing and vaccination. The MoU was signed by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Emirates’ …

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, today announced the launch of flights to Cluj-Napoka in Romania. The airline will operate twice-weekly flights between Dubai International (DXB) and Avram Iancu International Airport Cluj (CLJ) starting from 20 March 2021. flydubai operates a double daily service between Dubai International (DXB) and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). With the start of flights to Cluj-Napoka …

MANAMA: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announces the addition of Singapore to its growing network with 1 weekly flight starting April 2021. The airline continues to explore opportunities to expand its network and reach to different regions of the world. Known for its premium leisure and business appeal, Singapore will serve as another boutique destination …

News Desk DUBAI: Germany is readying for a year of transition in 2021 with a gradual recovery in international demand anticipated – including significant inbound visitation expected from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, according to the German National Tourism Board (GNTB). Utilising market research institutes and 2020 figures, the GNTB predicts keen travellers already have their bucket list destinations lined …

Popular French-American singer and actress, and Tina Turners’ daughter-in-law is currently touring the UAE (on work and holiday) and visited one of Dubai’s favourite hot-spots – The Selfie Kingdom (TSK).  The Middle East’s first selfie museum, TSK has been a must-visit attraction among all photo/ video enthusiast since its launch last January, 2020.  Afida Turner plans to shoot her upcoming …

BENGALURU: In anticipation of border reopening, Tourism Malaysia India Offices are engaging with Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) and Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) in a three-day meeting starting 19 February 2021 to set sights on strategic planning and come up with key initiatives, strategies and activities. Organised at the ITC Gardenia, the Directors and the entire marketing …

Etisalat and stc remain the frontrunners across the MEA region, claiming the title of the MEA’s strongest and most valuable telecoms brands, respectively. stc is the region’s most valuable brand, its brand value up an impressive 14% to US$9.2 billion, simultaneously jumping 5 positions to 13th and becoming a AAA- brand. stc has recently doubled the capacity of its network, never compromising on customer …