Autonomous electric boats launched in Dubai Bay
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has begun testing the first autonomous electric boats (arba) designed to carry eight passengers. The innovative vessel, which retains its historic identity, has already been spotted in the waters of Dubai Bay. The arba has taken a route from Al Jaddaf Boat Station
Emirates creates sustainable aviation fund
Emirates, the world's largest international airline, has announced a commitment to invest US$ 200 million in research and development (R&D) projects aimed at reducing commercial aviation's dependence on fossil fuels. No airline has previously made such a major sustainability financial commitment - the funds will be allocated over three years.
UAE workers ranked among the hardest-working
The UAE has been ranked among the world's top three countries in the Business Name Generator (BNG) ranking, which measures the hard work and diligence of employees. According to the study, 46.5% of workers in the UAE work 49 hours or more per week, compared to an average of 52.6
Summer heat comes to the Emirates
The United Arab Emirates is experiencing a really hot summer, with daytime temperatures starting to rise to +45°C - particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. It's worth remembering that summer 2021 was the hottest in the history of the United Arab Emirates. Temperatures repeatedly soared to 51°C. During the summer
Three new beaches for night swimming opened in Dubai
Dubai Municipality has further expanded its beach tourism offering with the opening of three new beaches for night swimming in Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah 3 and Umm Sukheim 1. The 800m long night beaches are equipped with lighting systems that allow residents and tourists to swim around the clock, and
The Palm Fountain show suspended
Dubai has suspended The Palm Fountain show, the largest light and music fountain show at The Pointe restaurant and entertainment destination, from 15 May until further notice. It is clarified that the closure is due to the redevelopment of the structure. The Palm Fountain, the world's largest light and music
Emirates abolishes boarding passes
From 15 May 2023, Emirates has scrapped paper boarding passes - passengers departing from Dubai will now only use a digital copy to board their flight. Passengers checking in at Terminal 3 will receive their boarding passes by SMS or email. Those checking in online can add their mobile boarding