This Ramadan, Arabian Center has lined up an extensive array of experiences, chances to win big and create lasting memories for all visitors. Shoppers who spend AED 200 at any of the stores at Arabian Center from 12th April until the second day of Eid Al Fitr can win prizes up to AED 200,000 in cash as Eidiya. The draws …

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is launching “Focus Africa” to strengthen aviation’s contribution to Africa’s economic and social development and improve connectivity, safety and reliability for passengers and shippers. This initiative will align private and public stakeholders to deliver measurable progress in six areas. “Africa accounts for 18% of the global population, but just 2.1% of air transport activities …

Thuraya Telecommunications Company (“Thuraya”, or the “Company”), the mobile satellite services subsidiary of the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (“Yahsat” or the “Group”), the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (“ADX”; under the symbol: YAHSAT, ISIN: AEA007501017), today announced that it has concluded Heads of Terms for an investment agreement …

Emirates has now restored its full Japanese network with the resumption of its passenger services to Tokyo-Haneda on 2 April 2023, further building on the airline’s continued expansion in the Southeast Asia region. Operated by one of Emirates’ latest Boeing 777 “Game Changer” aircraft, flight EK312 departed from Dubai on 2 April at 7:50hrs, and arrived in Haneda at 22:35hrs. …

News Desk DUBAI: Fujifilm Middle East announces the launch of INSTAX mini 12 (mini 12), a new entry model of the INSTAX series of instant cameras, allowing users to enjoy on-the-spot photo printing. It will be available in the Middle East on April 15, 2023, and in other countries on that day or later in the sequence. The mini 12 is an …

DUBAI/RIYADH: With the global banking industry making headlines in the past weeks, the Saudi banking sector published its annual results for 2022. According to KPMG, a leading provider of audit, tax and advisory services, in its annual market update, the consolidated numbers for the ten Tadawul-listed banks reflect a robust performance, particularly indicating an increase in net profit by 28%, …

News Desk DUBAI: Carrefour, which is owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim in the UAE, has launched its Masarat Programme: a bespoke growth initiative for Emirati frontliners, future team leaders, department heads and store managers. This comes alongside an announcement that the leading retailer has recruited over 1000 UAE Nationals since 2021 and is on target to achieve its …

News Desk DUBAI: Amazon announced the launch of ‘Iftar on Wheels’, a meal donation program that will support thousands of families, leveraging the company’s delivery network across the UAE. Amazon will utilize its scale, logistics and technology to reach people in need, and to spread the joy of the season among local communities. In partnership with the UAE Food Bank, …

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, hosted the 10th session of its regular digital industry workshops, focusing this time on software development and artificial intelligence (AI) industry. The workshop brought together top executives, business leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. Commenting on the event, His …

Modern Electronics Company (MEC) has announced the official inauguration of its newly revamped service centre in Riyadh. MEC, a company known as a leader in Saudi Arabia’s consumer electronics industry, was recently appointed by Panasonic as its official distributor for major appliances across the Kingdom. The redesigned facility, comprises of 975 sqm of service centre space, is manned by expertly …