AD Ports Group 2024 revenue $4.70bn
The Group's EBITDA increased by 69 percent YOY.Company News Business
Qatar’s Producer Price Index for Feb down 0.33 percent year-on-year
Doha, Qatar -- Qatar's general Producer Price Index (PPI) for the industrial sector for February recorded 114.01 points, showing stability...Business
Regenerative business models keep UAE ahead globally
With 57% of C-suite executives in the UAE prioritizing regenerative models, the country is leading the global shift towards sustainable...With 57% of C-suite executives in the UAE prioritizing regenerative models, the country is leading the global shift towards sustainable and regenerative business practices.
This trend, especially notable in the retail and energy sectors, marks a significant paradigm shift in how businesses approach sustainability and societal impact.
OPEC implores members to oppose any COP28 deal targeting fossil fuels
Dubai, UAE--The head of OPEC has urged members of the oil cartel to reject any deal at UN climate talks...The OPEC chief urged members to reject any text or formula that "targets energy i.e. fossil fuels rather than emissions"
On Friday, negotiators released an updated text that still includes various options for exiting oil, gas and coal
Bahrain and Germany look to boost cooperation in health sector
Manama, Bahrain-- Bahrain and Germany have held discussions to boost ties in the health field as the two countries seek...Chairman of the SCH, Lieutenant-General Dr. Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, expressed Bahrain’s interest in developing cooperation with Germany in all fields
Both the sides pushed for an exchange of specialized medical, technological and technical expertise, training, medical research between the two countries
UAE’s GCAA signs MoUs with Brazil, Switzerland in air-transportation sector
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the UAE signed two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with Brazil and...The MoUs were signed on the sidelines of the UAE delegation's participation in the fifteenth ICAO Air Services Negotiation (ICAN2023),
The GCAA chief said the UAE is eager to strengthen cooperation in the field of air transportation with various countries around the world
Battles continue across Gaza as UN holds vote on ceasefire
Israeli forces maintained a relentless bombardment and ground invasion across Gaza two months after Hamas's deadly attack sparked a war...Israel has vowed to destroy Hamas over its unprecedented attack on October 7.
Fighters broke through Gaza's militarized border to kill around 1,200 people and seize hostages,
Dubai faces warehouse shortage, says new report
DUBAI, UAE — The supply of under construction warehouse stock in Dubai’s industrial market stands at 1.56 million square feet according...The report says that demand is outstripping supply and occupiers are faced with the prospect of leasing more secondary stock.
Across the six primary submarkets tracked by Knight Frank in Abu Dhabi, rents have remained unchanged thus far during H2.
Vietnam TikTok entrepreneurs turn job losses into livestream gains
Bac Giang, Vietnam - Vi Thi Anh spent half a decade doing monotonous low-paid work in industrial hubs near Vietnam's capital...Vietnam is one of the world's top 10 growth markets and turnover is expected to reach more than $20 billion this year, according to the ministry of industry and trade.
Nearly 80 percent of Vietnam's 100 million people have access to the internet, and according to a recent survey by the data agency Statista.
Shell eyes $6bn in Nigeria
The investment opportunities are being explored in offshore gas projects.Nigeria, the continent's top economy and major oil producer, is seeking to attract more foreign investment since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu came to office in May.
OPEC member Nigeria has seen its oil output on the decline in recent years due to widespread theft from pipelines and attacks and high operating costs deterring on-shore investors.
Over-confidence leaves UAE consumers prone to online frauds: Visa study
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Over-confidence is leaving consumers in UAE open to becoming victims of fraud, according to Visa’s...Ninety-percent respondents likely to disregard the warning signs that suggest online criminal activity even though 61% claim to be savvy enough to sidestep scams.
Just over one in two people (54 percent) in the UAE has been a victim of a scam at least once compared to the global average of 52 percent.
Sidra Medicine, GlobeMed Qatar sign pact on medical services
DOHA, QATAR – Sidra Medicine and GlobeMed Qatar have signed an agreement to offer eligible insured members of payers contracted...The insured members contracted with GlobeMed Qatar will have access to Sidra Medicine’s women’s and pediatric medical services.
This collaboration marks a significant step in offering insured members enriched healthcare experience in Qatar.
