Benchmarking workshop supports innovation, digital transformation and operational excellence By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised a benchmarking workshop with Siemens Energy to exchange best practice and explore opportunities for innovation, digital transformation and continuous improvement across key operational and corporate functions. Key focus areas included employee and customer happiness, sustainability, procurement, and health and safety. …

The UAE’s largest property portal is now available in French, German, Italian, Spanish and Dutch, further strengthening its accessibility for international property seekers DUBAI: Bayut, the UAE’s largest property portal, has announced the launch of five new language options on its platform: French, German, Italian, Spanish and Dutch. This latest expansion reflects Bayut’s continued focus on enhancing the customer experience …

By Rafiq Vayani SHARJAH: Under the patronage of the Ministry of Sports, the UAE Committee for Talent and Sports Support (UAETSS) signed 3 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Sharjah Women’s Sports Foundation to support the pathway of 3 promising athletes. The athletes include Fatima Al Suwaidi, an under-21 shooting athlete, and Mona Al Shara and Samiya Odinaeva, both under-18 …

Web Desk DUBAI: Emirati poet and writer Shamma Al Bastaki took part in the Taobuk Festival in Taormina, Sicily, presenting her distinctive multilingual, cross-genre poetry to international audiences and contributing to a growing cultural dialogue between the UAE and Europe. Shamma’s interdisciplinary practice moves between poetry and visual art. Drawing inspiration from the Dubai Creek, her latest publication weaves together poetry, oral …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Repton Dubai celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 at Dubai Opera last week, with 142 students taking to the stage in front of proud families, school leaders and distinguished guests from across the UAE’s leadership, education, philanthropic, business and government sectors.The ceremony was held in the presence of Mr Khaled Al Mheiri, Founder and …

News Desk DUBAI: Huawei, a global leader in information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, set out its vision for the next decade of mobile communications at Mobile World Congress (MWC) Shanghai 2026, while highlighting the Middle East’s growing strategic role as the industry transitions toward AI-native networks and a new era of token-based connectivity.Held under the theme …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: SAMANA Developers proudly celebrates the remarkable achievement of Ms. Urusa Imran, Director – Business Development, on being recognized as Real Estate Executive of the Year. This prestigious accolade reflects her outstanding leadership, strategic vision, unwavering dedication, and significant contribution to the growth and success of SAMANA Developers. Her achievement stands as a testament to the company’s …

DUBAI: The Dubai Senior Citizens Happiness Center has honored Union Coop in recognition of its outstanding support and meaningful contribution to the success of the ‘Ihsan’ Animal Welfare Initiative, launched by the center to promote kindness towards animals and provide a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for cats. The recognition was presented during a special ceremony held at the center’s …

New cognitive layer enables autonomous AI teams to retain business context, prioritise knowledge, and operate more efficiently across enterprise workflows RIYAD: Shaffra, a Saudi-based enterprise AI company building autonomous AI workforce infrastructure for governments and large organisations, has launched Subconscious AI at The Shaffra Convergence in Riyadh. Introduced before senior government representatives, enterprise leaders, investors, and technology stakeholders, Subconscious AI …

DUBAI: Emerging Travel Group (ETG), a global travel company operating the RateHawk, ZenHotels, and Roundtrip brands, has strengthened its Direct Supply team with the appointment of Samyra Krooswijk as Head of Business Development, Direct Supply Middle East. The new appointment is part of Emerging Travel Group’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence in the Middle East, deepen relationships with local …