News Desk DUBAI: Synology, a global leading mid-range network attached storage vendor, announced that their annual Solutions Day event held at Dubai’s Nassima Royal Hotel received tremendous response. The event was attended by more than 100 customers, channel resellers and implementation partners. Synology presented its latest business file server and centralized data protection, as well as Synology’s surveillance solutions. Speaking …

DUBAI: Landor, a global leader in brand consulting and design, co-hosted an exclusive event this week in Dubai with The Marketing Society addressing the value and power of brand –  an asset that can represent up to 30 per cent of business value (source: S&P 500, BrandZ, Landor Analysis). The event took place at the city’s Capital Club in DIFC …

DUBAI: Even the thought of a burst tyre in a moving vehicle, however rare, is enough to induce paranoia amongst motorists. And in an unfortunate event when a poorly-maintained tyre gives way, the consequences can be fatal — both for drivers and pedestrians. As tyre punctures are dangerous, government agencies encourage drivers to check their tyres regularly to make sure …

ISLAMABAD: Telenor Pakistan hosted an event at its 345 campus to share findings from a new connectivity report by Frontier Economics which highlights that the sectors driven by telecommunications in Pakistan contributed three quarters to economic growth. Titled “The Mobile Effect: How Connectivity Enables Growth”, the study commissioned by Telenor Group quantifies impact of the telecommunications sector on the economies …

FUJAIRAH: The technology group Wärtsilä is strengthening its underwater-related servicing capabilities with the opening of a new diving centre facility in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. This expansion has been undertaken by Trident, a member of the Wärtsilä Group. By expanding into a major global shipping region, Wärtsilä’s ability to serve its global customers with underwater repairs, refurbishments and maintenance will …

KARACHI: Multi-award winning and one of Pakistan’s leading fashion design houses, Sania Maskatiya has launched her spring collection titled “MANELI”. “MANELI”, features Sania Maskatiya’s signature handcrafted pieces perfect for the blooming spring season. This spring collection comprises of 17 distinct blossoming embellishments and digital printed vignettes. Some of the articles come with blowy, breezy ruffled duppatas. Sania’s bohemian and floral patterned …

DUBAI: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, the 14th edition of ‘Hemaya International Forum’ will be held on the 28th and 29th of April, 2019 at the iconic Madinat Jumeirah Conference and Events Centre in Dubai. Running under the theme ‘Learn to …

DUBAI: Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, has won industry recognition for its retail banking leadership at the Retail Banker International (RBI) Asia Trailblazer Awards. At a ceremony held recently in Singapore, the bank was adjudged the Asian Trailblazer of the Year – Institutional as well as Best Retail Bank – UAE. Emirates NBD was also highly commended in …

News Desk DUBAI: Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a contract extending the operation and maintenance of the Dubai Metro with the British Serco Group until September 2021. The new contract covers the operation & maintenance of the Dubai Metro Red Line Extension Project (Route 2020). This extension spans 15 km and connects 7 stations (5 elevated and 2 …

ABU DHABI: Agthia Group PJSC, one of the UAE’s leading food and beverages companies, held its 14th Annual General Meeting on Thursday March 28th in Abu Dhabi at the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Among other published agenda items, Agthia shareholders approved a cash dividend of 15% for an amount of AED 90 million. Agthia Group had previously …