RTA and Careem expand bike rental service
The Dubai Roads and Transportation Authority (RTA) and Careem have launched the second phase of the bike-share service, adding 950 pedal-powered e-bikes (pedal-driven and kinetic energy bikes) and 95 stations, bringing the total number of bikes in Dubai to 1,750 bikes at 175 stations. The move is part of
Sheikha Mozah bint Marwan visits Strata Manufacturing
On the occasion of International Women's Day, Sheikha Mozah bint Marwan Al Maktoum, first lieutenant pilot of the Dubai Police, visited the headquarters of Strata Manufacturing Company, an advanced manufacturing company in the UAE that produces composite structures for aircraft. During the visit, Sheikha Mozah was briefed on the company's
FedEx Express Breaks Ground on New Hub at Dubai South
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world's largest express company, laid the foundation stone for a new regional air and ground hub for the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa (MEISA) region in the Dubai Souths logistics district. The ceremony was attended by executives
Dubai Equestrian Procurement Forum opens at Meydan Grandstand
The 2nd Dubai Equestrian Procurement Forum opened today at the Meydan Grandstand. The event, which runs through March 6 and will coincide with the Dubai World Cup Carnival Super Saturday, promises to be one of the biggest extravaganzas in the region's growing equestrian industry. Sheikh Rashid Bin Dalmook, chairman of
Rethink Art season returns to Dubai
Dubai Design District (d3), a global center for art, design and creativity, will once again push the creative and artistic boundaries this March with its second edition of Rethink Art. The innovative art program will feature art exhibitions and installations, live performances and events, and workshops for all art
Carrefour opens its first BIO store in the UAE
Supermarket giant Carrefour has opened its first Carrefour BIO concept store in downtown Dubai. The new BIO store is designed to make it easier for customers to access eco-friendly and safe products. The store has been specifically designed with eco-friendly shopping in mind; its shelves feature more than 3,000 organic
UAE announces $5 million in humanitarian assistance for Ukraine
The United Arab Emirates has announced US$5 million in humanitarian assistance to benefit civilians impacted by the situation in Ukraine. The contribution is made to the United Nations’ Humanitarian Flash Appeal and the Regional Refugee Response Plan for Ukraine and is a reflection of the UAE’s emphasis on humanitarian