Riyadh : Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO) has received the Silver Category Award at the 2nd Edition of the Corporate Social Responsibility Awards, organized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The national recognition highlights SADAFCO’s active contribution to Saudi Arabia’s evolving social responsibility landscape and its alignment with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals. Through its ongoing sustainability journey, SADAFCO continues to drive programs that support education, youth empowerment, and environmental stewardship. Among its key initiatives are the Future Makers program for young talent, support for schools across the Kingdom, and partnerships with Modon that enhance community…
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Sharjah : Gama Aviation has confirmed major progress in the construction of its new Business Aviation Centre (BAC) at Sharjah International Airport, a purpose-built facility set to redefine operational efficiency and client experience in the Middle East. Representing a significant multi-million-dollar investment, the project reinforces Gama Aviation’s long-term confidence in the UAE and the wider region, marking an important milestone in the company’s continued expansion of business aviation services across EMEA. “Our investment in Sharjah underlines our confidence in both the emirate and the region’s aviation future,” said Marwan Khalek, Group CEO, Gama Aviation. “It supports the UAE’s Vision 2030…
Ethmar International Holding (EIH) and Al Ain Mills partner to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading regional agri-food hub by developing a state-of-the-art milling facility in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with ADIO. Abu Dhabi : In line with the UAE’s food security policy commitments, Al Ain Mills and Ethmar International Holding (EIH) announce their collaboration with Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) for the development of a state-of-the-art milling facility in Abu Dhabi. Al Ain Mills and EIH share a commitment to further advancing the UAE’s food security agenda and supporting Abu Dhabi’s strategic vision to establish the Emirate as…
Get ready to move to the rhythm as the renowned WeHouseSundays collective from South Africa lands in Dubai for an unforgettable takeover at SOL Sky Bar, Canopy by Hilton Dubai Al Seef. On Saturday, November 15th, from 2 PM to 10 PM, the city’s skyline will come alive with deep house grooves, soulful beats, and electrifying energy. Perched high above the creek with panoramic skyline views, SOL Sky Bar sets the perfect stage for an immersive house experience that blends rhythm, culture, and connection. Feel the pulse of WeHouseSundays as they infuse the terrace with melodic beats and magnetic energy, taking guests on…
Landmark initiatives include world-first sustainability showcase, supply of SAF for participating aircraft, sustainability conference and exciting new partnerships DUBAI : Dubai Airshow 2025 will inspire a new chapter in sustainable aerospace, uniting the global industry to deliver real-world solutions for a net-zero future. With sustainability a defining theme, this year’s edition aims to accelerate sustainable innovation technologies within aerospace and help decarbonize the ecosystem, showing how international events can serve as both a showcase of innovation and a platform for decisive action shaping the future of aerospace. The 19th edition will unite leaders, innovators, policymakers, and sustainability advocates, with participants…
252 Italian companies at Gulfood Manufacturing 2025, one of the largest international contingents Dubai : Italy is reinforcing its position as a global industrial powerhouse, with exports of packaging and food processing machinery to the United Arab Emirates reaching €161 million by July 2025 — a clear reflection of the Gulf’s growing demand for Made in Italy innovation, precision, and engineering excellence. According to the latest data, Italy leads the UAE market in both sectors: packaging machinery exports totalled €53.7 million, up 58.3% year-on-year, capturing a 34.7% market share, while food and beverage processing machinery reached €107.3 million, an 87.5%…
Inventory increases, occupancy rises, ADR up as Dubai welcomes 12.5 million visitors in first 8 months of the year Dubai : Dubai’s hotel inventory grew to almost 152,300 rooms across 818 hotels in the first eight months of 2025, with occupancy and average daily rates (ADR) also increasing compared with the same period last year, according to new research by leading real estate advisory group, Cavendish Maxwell. Between January and August, premium segments accounted for the majority of supply, with 54,100 rooms in the 5-star category and 43,400 in 4-star hotels. Together, they made up almost two thirds (64%) of Dubai’s…
DUBAI : Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, has renewed its long-standing management agreement with Munshaat Real Estate Projects for Pullman Zamzam Madinah, one of the most prominent premium hotels in the heart of the Holy City. The renewal reflects a trusted partnership and shared commitment to elevating service, design, and operational excellence in one of Saudi Arabia’s most visited destinations. Under this renewed collaboration, the 834-key property will embark on a four-year phased renovation program aimed at redefining the standards of premium pilgrim hospitality. The transformation will touch every aspect of the guest journey, from fully redesigned rooms and suites to…
DUBAI : Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, has signed a master development agreement with Mayan Properties, a subsidiary of Resources Investment, to further expansion across Sub-Saharan Africa. The partnership strengthens Accor’s presence in Africa while underscoring the strong contribution of UAE-backed investment to Africa’s tourism future. Under the agreement, Accor in partnership with Mayan Properties will develop five hotels across Sub-Saharan Africa, adding over 1,100 keys to the Group’s regional portfolio. The collaboration builds on the signing of Novotel Nouakchott in Mauritania, a 154-key new-build project, and Mövenpick Moroni in Comoros, a 159-key conversion, with four additional projects to follow in…
Month-long pop-up marks The Original Dubai Chocolate’s debut outside the UAE In a world first, customers can try the exclusive FIX x Harrods Hot Chocolate Dubai : ‘The Original Dubai Chocolate’ has officially landed in the UK as FIX Dessert Chocolatier opens its first-ever international pop-up inside Harrods, the legendary luxury department store based in Knightsbridge, London. Running from 27 October – 23 November, this marks the very first time that anyone outside of the UAE can get their FIX. In true FIX style, the pop-up within the Harrods Chocolate Hall is an immersive journey designed to transport visitors through taste and discovery.…