SYDNEY/DUBAI: Qantas and Emirates today announce additional network changes under the joint partnership which provide customers with greater year round frequency and more services between Australia and New Zealand.* These changes reflect customer demand and the airlines’ respective network strengths and provide more options for customers to travel between Australia and New Zealand to Asia, the UK/Europe, Middle East and …

DUBAI: His Excellency Dr. Youssif Al Serkal, Assistant Undersecretary for Health Sector at the UAE’s Ministry of Health & Prevention,inaugurated today Wednesday 11th of October 2017 the fifth edition of Dubai Otology, Neurotology& Skull Base Surgery Conference& Exhibition. The event,described by experts as “the most specialized medical event of its kind in the Middle East region”, is held in the …

DOHA: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Doha will transform its showroom into an art gallery this month to host an exhibition by renowned Qatari artist Abdul Hameed Al Siddiqi. From October 9th to 18th this month, the ultra-luxury brand’s sole dealer in Qatar will display numerous works by Siddiqi, including the debut of some never-before-seen pieces being revealed exclusively at the exhibition. The highlight …

KARACHI: Pakistan’s leading home essentials retailer, J.B. Saeed Home and Hardware launched a new outlet at Lucky One Mall here in the metropolitan to cater to the growing public demand from all corners of the city. The launch event was attended by top architects, members of the fashion and entertainment fraternity including Shahid Abdullah, EjazAhed, Anwar Maqsood, Behroze Sabzwari, Anoushey …

DUBAI: Thuraya Telecommunications Company announced today the signing of a partnership with satellite communications company, Gulfsat at the ongoing OPV (Offshore Patrol Vessels) event in Kuwait. This strategic alliance will enable Gulfsat to launch data services in Kuwait. The partnership allows the companies to combine interests and increase both their distribution channels among government, maritime, media and enterprise sectors in …

KARACHI: Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of the leading banks in Pakistan announced the launch of 0% instalment plan in partnership with Sana Safinaz, a well acclaimed Fashion House of Pakistan. Commenting on this occasion Mr Fouad Farrukh, Head of Retail Banking, Faysal Bank stated, “This business alliance between two leading brands FBL & Sana Safinaz is a testimony of …

DOHA: Qatar Airways is extending its new Pre-Select Dining service to even more First and Business Class passengers from October. It will now be available for those flying long-haul to Africa and Asia, joining Europe, the Americas and Australasia. This bespoke service enables First and Business Class passengers to have even more choice and freedom to create their own personalised …

ADDIS ABABA: Ethiopian Airlines Group, the largest airline group in Africa, is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as Middle East and Africa Airline of the Year 2017 by Airline Economics, the largest aviation finance and leasing print publication in the world, at a Gala Dinner held in Dubai on October 3, 2017. Winners in the Middle East …

Barkha Aslam / Rafiq Vayani BALI: Indonesia-Pakistan Tour Operator Business Meeting took place on Monday 09-October-2017 in meeting room of Jambuluwuk Oceano Hotel Seminyal Bali. Many distinguish guest from both of the brotherly countries attended the meeting including representatives of Thai Airways & tour operators from Indonesia and Pakistan. There were 5 tour operators and 12 hotel representatives from Indonesia and …

BIZ TODAY REPORT DUBAI: Thuraya Telecommunications Company will be showcasing a diverse range of maritime, voice and data products and services at booth 11 during the upcoming Offshore Patrol Vessels Middle East event (OPV). Held from 9th-11th October in Kuwait City, the summit is a leading annual gathering of maritime and defense stakeholders, focusing on naval surveillance and offshore patrol …