A pivotal appointment that reinforces IFFCO’s long-term commitment to governance excellence, operational discipline, and sustainable growth DUBAI: IFFCO Group, the leading FMCG multinational headquartered in the UAE, today announced the appointment of Abdul Wahab Al Halabi as Executive Chairman, and the formation of a new Board of Directors comprising Hamed Kazim, Nitin Khanna, Sumit Rohatgi, Rizwan Ahmed, Serhad Cemal Kelemci and Mohammed Azad …

Web Desk DUBAI: Under a Memorandum of Understanding signed between Emirates and Rolls-Royce today at the Dubai Airshow 2025, Emirates will perform Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) for the Trent 900 engines powering its own A380 fleet from 2027. Emirates has also extended the TotalCare service agreement with Rolls-Royce for its A380s into the 2040s. Emirates will build a new …

By Rafiq Vayani WASHINGTON DC, RIYADH: PIF, Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE), and Microsoft today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore the delivery of Microsoft’s sovereign-cloud services in Saudi Arabia, seeking to enhance the security, confidentiality and sovereignty of data within Saudi Arabia and to access cutting-edge cloud and AI technologies. Microsoft brings extensive experience …

Faysal Bank Limited (FBL) has been honoured with the Best Islamic Retail Bank 2025 (mid-sized) award at the 11th Islamic Retail Banking Awards (IRBA), held in conjunction with the International Conference on Islamic Banking & Finance (ICIBF) in Karachi. This prestigious recognition reflects Faysal Bank’s uncompromising focus on service excellence, its expanding nationwide footprint and continued success in delivering a …

The UAE is among the fastest-growing markets in adopting artificial intelligence jobs in the region ABU DHABI: His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, yesterday (Tuesday) inaugurated “Tawdheef × Zahib 2025” at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), with the participation of major government and private entities, and the presence of thousands of …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced a new partnership with Dubai Police during the second day of the Dubai Future Forum 2025, the world’s largest gathering of futurists. The partnership includes training programs, capacity-building initiatives, foresight studies and innovation projects designed to enhance quality of life and advance Dubai’s digital progress in line with the emirate’s …

News Desk DUBAI/MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, has signed a new maintenance agreement with Joramco during the Dubai Airshow 2025. Under this partnership, Joramco will conduct C-Checks for SalamAir’s  seven SalamAir Airbus A320 aircraft, strengthening the airline’s ability to maintain high levels of operational readiness as its fleet and network continue to grow. The agreement focuses on enhancing SalamAir’s heavy …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: Under the Patronage of the Saudi Ministry of Sport, ESTAAD 2025 is underway in Riyadh, marking a landmark moment for Saudi Arabia’s rapidly advancing sport and entertainment infrastructure. Co-located with Cityscape 2025, the event opened with a powerful address by H.E. Bader Alkadi, Vice Minister of Sport, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, who set the stage for …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates and ENOC Group have today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore and develop joint initiatives for the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to Emirates at its Dubai hub. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow by Adel Al Redha, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Operating Officer …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Dubai held its annual Convocation on November 14–15, 2025, at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in Dubai. The two-day ceremony saw 722 students from 43 batches across 39 programs receive their degrees, bringing MAHE Dubai’s alumni network to over 10,000 graduates. This year’s convocation was especially significant, aligning with MAHE …