20th August 2017, Dubai, U.A.E.:  With soaring temperatures and busy lifestyles, SOUQ.com is enabling parents to conveniently shop all ‘Back to School’ essentials at click of a button and have the products delivered to their doorstep.  Offering exciting discounts up to 60% off on ‘Back-to-School’ collection, ......Read More

For the first time ever in the capital 3 Days of Extravagant Eid Carnival at The Mall from 1-3 September  World’s famous kids circus coming all the way from Italy to entertain guests  Dazzling roaming shows and entertainment acts every half an hour  Bigger surprise is to be announced next week as part of the Eid ......Read More

His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi: “Our wise leadership is keen to continuously develop UAE-Afghanistan bilateral relations” ADFD’s development funding in Afghanistan underpins growth for agriculture, housing, energy, transport, industry and health sectors as well as social services  Abu Dhabi-UAE: 19 August, 2017:  Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), the leading national entity for development aid, and the Government of Afghanistan, enjoy long-standing ties of cooperation dating back to 1977. Cordial relations between the two sides continue to drive sustainable socio-economic development across key sectors that benefit the citizens of ......Read More

Dubai, UAE, August 19, 2017:  Dubai Economy and Paris Gallery, the leading luxury retailer in the region, opened the 'Consumer Happiness Counter' at Paris Gallery's largest store in The Dubai Mall. Mr. Mohammed Abdul Rahim Al Fahim, CEO of Paris Gallery Group of Companies, in the presence of Mr. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, CEO, ......Read More

Dubai Festival City simplifies the back to school season by offering a one stop destination for your favourite back to school essentials   Dubai, UAE, 16 August 2017:  Dubai Festival City is offering a wide range of back-to-school promotions to ensure that your kids will look their best for the school year ahead at; Sacoor ......Read More

Shop for a chance to win a year of tuition fees, worth AED 50,000  Kids can win a Nintendo Switch with The Dubai Mall Bear Hunt  Kids eat free at over 40 selected outlets Dubai, UAE, August 16, 2017:  It’s almost back-to-school time and The Dubai Mall is helping students and parents get ready with a host of ......Read More

Al Wahda Mall, Abu Dhabi, offers ladies an exclusive shop-till-you-drop offer from 7th March 2017 to 27th February, 2018, 10:00am-3:00pm Ladies can shop for AED 200 minimum and be part of a monthly raffle coupon and stand a chance to win AED 5,000 worth shopping vouchers  Women enjoy in-store deals from 10:00am to 3:00pm every Tuesday ......Read More

Dubai-based property developer gets ready to hand over 302 sold-out units to customers this month – within two years of the launch of the affordable luxury homes to customers Dubai, August 15, 2017:   Danube Properties, which launched eight projects in three years with a combined development value exceeding Dh3 billion, announces the ......Read More

Organisers confirm highest number of submissions received in Awards history; projects selected from across the world represent best in architectural design   Dubai, UAE; 15 August 2017:  The shortlist for the Cityscape Awards for Emerging Markets has been revealed, announcing the best real estate and architecture innovators behind ......Read More

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 August 2017:  Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that further updates and upgrades have been made to its innovative ‘Ejari’ smart application, which was launched primarily to protect the rights of landlords, tenants and property management companies. The application has proven to be highly ......Read More

Dubai, August 14, 2017:  Dubai Summer Surprises may be over, but for those of you who didn’t get your shopping fill, Al-Futtaim’s retail brands have got you covered.    From August 23 until September 22, over 30 Al-Futtaim brands will be coming together to collaborate for the first time ever on an exciting ......Read More

Completion of 535 projects in Dubai has reinforced investor confidence in the real estate market Dubai, UAE, 12 August 2017: Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that a total of 88 real estate projects have been launched from the beginning of 2016 until H1 2017. DLD has also confirmed that 68 real estate projects were registered during H1 ......Read More

Dubai-UAE: 10 August, 2017:  This summer, Oasis Mall will give every child the chance to become a space explorer at its very own planetarium. From 9 to 26 August, the first mall planetarium in Dubai, located at the ground floor atrium, will screen short movies about the wonders of the universe, including a film on the Emirates Mars Mission. Kids aged five to 17 can immerse themselves in the depths of outer space and learn fascinating facts about galaxies far, far away – all from the comfort of their bean bags for a nominal ticket price. The 20-minute entertaining and educational shows will run on weekdays from 3pm to 9pm, and on weekends from 10am to noon and 3pm to ......Read More

UAE facilities management industry market hits $12.49bn record high. FM EXPO 2017 (25 – 27 September) will pursue the challenges and solutions faced by the facilities management industry throughout UAE building boom. Dubai, UAE, 10 August:  The market size of the UAE facilities management industry will hit an all-time high of ......Read More

Public Realm Design Manual (PRDM) version 2.0 offers best practice guidelines and criteria to ensure the highest quality of public spaces for Abu Dhabi communities ABU DHABI, 9th August, 2017:  The Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC) has launched its revamped Public Realm Design Manual (PRDM) to ensure people living in the Emirate have ......Read More

Dubai, August 9, 2017: Centrepoint, Middle East’s largest fashion retailer, launched its Back-to-School collection on the 1st of August, which has everything you need to start the year and be the envy of all your peers with an exciting new collection. Centrepoint acknowledges that all kids have their own unique talents and interests, and ......Read More

Dubai awarded new Guinness World Record Carrefour and Procter & Gamble organize for thousands of UAE citizens, residents and visitors to celebrate their happiest memories More than 10,850 pictures make up the world’s longest ever line of photographs, now on display at Dubai Festival City  Dubai, 9 August 2017: ......Read More

Bin Mejren: The Dubai market is unique in the region and a leader in real estate activity Dubai, UAE, 8 August 2017:  Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced that the total value of real estate transactions exceeded AED 390 billion across 95,000 transactions in 18 months (1 Jan 2016 – 31 July 2017).   Commenting on the ......Read More

Al Msaddi says unique Dubai project highlights need for developers, investors to focus on supply and demand factor Dubai, UAE, 8 August 2017:  One of Dubai’s largest real estate brokerages, fäm Properties, has topped AED1.3 billion in residential property sales at City Walk, the new destination developed and managed by ......Read More

Dubai, 06 August 2017 -  For the second year running, McArthurGlen - Europe's leading owner, developer and manager of designer outlets - will be honouring its guests from the Middle East with a luxury gift and additional savings to celebrate Eid, as part of its Hayakom Festival Campaign. From 24th June - 3rd September 2017, shoppers ......Read More

Procter & Gamble and Carrefour give UAE consumers the chance to share their great moments of happiness with loved ones, break a Guinness World Record and make new moments of happiness by winning family experiences Dubai, UAE, August 3, 2017:  In partnership with Carrefour, P&G is giving UAE consumers the chance to both share ......Read More

Main works contract awarded for 1,296 villas at 55-million-square-foot master development  Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 1 August 2017: DAMAC Properties, a leading luxury real estate developer in the region, awarded Arabtec Construction LLC with a AED 628 million contract to develop 1,296 villas at DAMAC’s AKOYA Oxygen master development. Arabtec will begin construction in Q3 2017 at the 55-million-square-foot green development in Dubailand, and is expected to complete the project within 24 months. “DAMAC always chooses to partner with leading contractors and consultants who have a proven track record for delivering quality and efficiency. With Arabtec, we ......Read More

Net profit of SAR 18.2 million for Q2 2017, a 459% increase on previous quarter Gross profit of SAR 45.4 million showed 43% improvement on previous quarter MEPCO achieved earnings per share (EPS) of SAR 0.43 for the period Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 31 July 2017:  The Middle East Paper Co. (‘MEPCO’) (Tadawul symbol: MEPCO), the region’s leading vertically integrated paper manufacturer, has announced its financial results* for the second quarter of 2017. Net profit increased from SAR 3.2 million in the first quarter to SAR 18.2 million in second quarter of 2017, representing an improvement of 459%. Gross profit for the second quarter was SAR 45.4 million, an ......Read More

DAMAC Properties reveals its latest collection of bespoke Trump villas located in the heart of Dubai’s most exclusive residential community  Dubai, UAE – 30 July 2017:  DAMAC Properties, a leading luxury real estate developer in the region, today launched The Trump Estates Park Residences, an exclusive collection of ......Read More

Bin Mejren: Our strong real estate foundations has led to sustainable growth in the sector DLD recorded approximately 36,000 transactions, representing a 26% increase over the same period last year Dubai, UAE, July 30, 2017:  Dubai Land Department (DLD) has released its H1 2017 Transactions Report up until 30th June, through the ......Read More

Al Wahda Mall participates in the festivities of the Abu Dhabi Summer Season with weekend activations, being Thursdays and Fridays, from July 14th to August 20th  Mall patrons can avail discounts ranging from 25% to 90% throughout the month A Mega Raffle will be held on 20th August, 2017 to mark the end of the Abu Dhabi Summer Season ......Read More

DUBAI, U.A.E., July 26, 2017:   Sliding into the soft embrace of a new luxury vehicle for the first time can often be a sensory overload. The glowing display, the rich aroma of the leather, an array of buttons entreating to be pressed, the delicate wood finishes that cry out to be stroked, the evocation of a sense that this is a unique ......Read More

Offers running from13 to 26 August across all participating stores Dubai, UAE, 26 July, 2017: It’s time to grab your trainers and get ready for the school run! After the long summer holidays, Stadium is here to get your kids active again with their latest Back to School collection, now available from 1 to 26 August. Why search every ......Read More

Dubai, July 26, 2017:  To prepare your kids for the new school year, Al-Futtaim ACE is introducing a fun and exciting collection of back to school products all under one roof.  The collection will feature a range of quality products from leading brands including Nataraj, Kores, Sivo, bento lunch boxes from Sistema, Lock & Lock and ......Read More

ICLP survey finds that 68% of shoppers do not feel that they get anything in return for sharing their personal information with brands   24th July, 2017- Dubai, UAE:  Global loyalty marketing agency, ICLP today reveals that more than two thirds (68%) of UAE shoppers do not feel that they get anything in return for sharing their personal information with brands. This presents a major challenge for retailers as they try to build stronger relationships with their customers and encourage them to join a growing number of loyalty programmes.    ICLP surveyed UAE consumers to understand how they felt about the risks and rewards of sharing their personal data with ......Read More

His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi: Fund’s projects align with Egyptian government’s expansive vision and goals Abu Dhabi-UAE: 24 July, 2017:  Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the Government of Egypt have long enjoyed close and strategic ties. The constructive cooperation between the two parties continues to promote sustainable development in vital economic sectors that benefit the citizens of Egypt. To date, the Fund supported Egypt with Abu Dhabi government grants and concessionary loans worth AED4 billion across 64 development projects. The projects spanned diverse sectors, most notably transport, housing, agriculture and irrigation, energy, industry ......Read More

Structure works for all buildings across Mamsha Al Saadiyat have been completed Mamsha Al Saadiyat will offer a unique selection of beachfront one to four bedrooms apartments complete with modern sophistication Abu Dhabi, UAE – 23 July 2017:  The Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), master developer of major ......Read More

Industry growing at a steady rate to reach $54 billion in 2022 Dubai, UAE, August 15th, 2017: International Expo Consults (IEC) part of Falak Holding, announced that the SGI Dubai 2018 show is 57 percent sold out almost 5 months prior to the show. The 21st edition of this premier sign, graphic and imaging industry event will be held from January 14th to 16th at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The 2017 edition of the show welcomed over 400 global exhibitors from across 36 countries spread over 22,000m2 and registered over 40 new exhibitors. The 2018 edition of the show will be by far the largest showcase since the inception of the show approximately 20 years ago. “We are ......Read More

Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, participated last evening in the kick-off meeting of the advisory council for 2017 HITEC Dubai. The objective behind the high level meeting was to define and outline an agenda for HITEC Dubai based on the rapid innovations in technology and the specific needs of the Middle East region, especially Dubai, in order to keep up with the expectations of international travellers. The advisory council for the mega event also includes representatives from leading hospitality brands in the region including Jumeirah Group, Al Habtoor Group, Marriot International, ......Read More

GHD has successfully managed a challenging public safety infrastructure project for the Government of Guam—The Ordot Dump Closure. Originally built in the 1940s by the United States Military, the 50-acre dump introduced toxic leachate into the Lonfit River, which feeds into Guam’s Pago Bay. The site was also the source of significant air pollution from methane gas emissions. To close the Ordot Dump, GHD managed the construction of a network of environmental safeguards including a complete cover system, a leachate collection system, a gas flare, sewer system improvements, emergency backup generators, security fencing, and roadway improvements. For this USD 42 million project, ......Read More