A Norwegian court will hear an appeal next week by four firms seeking to overturn a ruling that upheld a government decision to cut offshore gas transportation tariffs. The firms – owned by Allianz, UBS, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board – said the slashed tariffs would cost them 15 billion crowns ($1.8 billion) in lost earnings by 2028. Solveig Gas, […]
Chairman of the Board of Directors Hamad Saif Al Mansouri eyes further advancements during the next phase of the company as new CEO Omar Katri introduces new real estate products, “Safety” and “Happiness” for the rehabilitation of commercial and residential buildings in Abu Dhabi and in United Arab Emirates 29 January 2017 Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi-based Al Benaa Real Estate Investment Company introduced its new phase […]
British pop icon Rod Stewart will perform in Abu Dhabi for the first time this year. The crooner’s concert, at Du Arena on March 2, so far marks the capital’s first and only big gig slated for Saadiyat Island in 2017. Pre-sale tickets go on sale from Monday at noon, before general release on Wednesday, also at noon. The evergreen performer is enjoying a fresh spurt of […]
US President Donald Trump will speak to the leaders of Saudi Arabia, the UAE and South Korea in separate calls on Sunday, the White House said in a statement. Trump is expected to speak with Saudi Arabia’s King Salman first this afternoon, followed by a conversation with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi. The calls come just days after Trump signed an […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for January 29, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Craft market Attend the Shopping Soirée and find quality, handmade crafts and gift items from local vendors featuring jewellery, home decor, clothing, toys, baby products, skincare, furniture, handbags and more. Today, 10am […]
ABU DHABI // Brigitte Scholz made two mistakes that landed her in prison. The first was to trust the Nigerian “businessman” who absconded with $180,000 that she was convicted of stealing. The second was to employ a “lawyer” who turned out to be a conman. As reported in The National last week, Mohamad Al Kawadri is one of a group of impostors posing as lawyers who tout […]
The UAE’s Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) has issued licences to transport unirraditated nuclear fuel and to handle and store the fuel at Unit 1 of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in Abu Dhabi. FANR said in a statement that it approved the issuance of the transport licence and the handling and storage licence to the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and Nawah Energy Company, respectively. […]
Appointment of Discover The World Germany as representative to highlight strong sales pitch by the Middle East’s leading Destination Management Company at ITB Berlin Dubai, United Arab Emirates 26 January, 2017: Desert Adventures, part of the Kuoni Destination Management Specialists division, has set its sights on attracting more guests and getting a lion’s share from the German-speaking market with the appointment of Discover The World-Germany as its representative. […]
The value of the GCC’s healthcare market has grown steadily in recent years and there is little sign that any slowdown is on the horizon. The industry is forecast to be worth $71.3bn by 2020, according to Alpen Capital. The investment bank expects the GCC healthcare sector to record 12.1 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 2015 and 2020, after 10.3 percent CAGR between 2008 and […]
Pop-up street markets are returning to The Walk, Al Seef Village Mall & Resort tonight (January 26) with a wide range of merchandise from across the region available for purchase. The Twilight Bazaar, which will be held from 5pm to 10pm, features a variety of stalls selling clothing, jewellery and toys as well as arts and crafts and activities for the whole family. Local designers and vendors […]
Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company, is inviting selected industry specialists to develop the next phase of the driverless vehicle transit network serving Masdar City. The competition is seeking viable mobility solutions that respect the economic, social and environmental pillars of sustainability on which Masdar City is based, a statement said. Emissions-free vehicular transport within Masdar City has, since November 2010, been provided by a pilot driverless […]
ABU DHABI // Residents in several parts of the country using the Etisalat network were unable to access the internet and make calls on Friday afternoon. Etisalat said the service disruption was caused by a technical glitch. “Earlier today there was a slowdown in the network,” the company said on Friday. “As a result, services were affected in certain areas. This has been completely restored in record […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for January 28, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Outdoor market Attend the Abu Dhabi PopUp Festival hosted by La Loupe, featuring shopping stalls from more than 60 UAE-based vendors, food trucks, henna, music, a kids’ corner with activities including a […]
ABU DHABI // A group of 30 Harvard University students visited this country last week to learn about the country’s best practices in government innovation. The objective of the Emirates Leadership Initiative, funded by Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, was to help support capacity building of future Arab leaders. Every year, 10 Arabs, also […]
The cast of Top Gear are in Dubai this weekend and you can have a front-row seat to watch the action. Posters have been placed in buildings in Dubai Marina inviting residents to watch the cast and crew, featuring presenter and former Friends star, Matt LeBlanc, shoot scenes in the picturesque district. “Your waterfront community will be featured on an international show for the world to see. […]
Maybe you are planning UAE’s wedding of the century; maybe you are just getting ideas for “someday” or maybe you aren’t getting married at all. No matter what your situation, there is much to marvel at this year’s Bride Show Abu Dhabi. Here are six highlights from almost 200 exhibitors that will appeal no matter what’s going on with your ring finger. • The Bride Show Abu […]
Sitting in his spacious office in Doha’s West Bay, free from the entourage of assistants usually attached to CEOs of large, government-backed organisations, Rashid Bin Ali Al Mansoori appears relaxed and unhurried. He even responds, “How much time would you like?” when asked to confirm the length of our meeting. Al Mansoori, who has served as CEO of Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) since 2012, is frank about […]
Jan 27, 2017 11:49 am IST India celebrated its 68th Republic Day on Thursday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosting Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, for events in New Delhi. The crown prince was treated to a showcase of India’s military might during a parade along Raj Path, the city’s ceremonial boulevard, while other celebrations took place across the country. Here are […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for January 27, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Outdoor market Check out the Marhaba Market at Deerfields Mall, where you’ll find family fun and entertainment, as well as 30 exhibitors offering fresh produce, flowers and plants, plus art, handicrafts, fashion […]
Will Colorado’s loss be Abu Dhabi’s gain? In a headline-grabbing statement announced yesterday, the Bulgarian-born artist Christo Javacheff called time on his 24-year-long attempt to create Over the River, the installation he devised with his wife and career-long collaborator Jean-Claude for a 42-mile-long stretch of the Arkansas River between Cañon City and Salida. “After pursuing Over The River, Project for the Arkansas River, State of Colorado, for […]
NRL builds on its 2016 accreditation success by being thought leaders at key medical and laboratory events in 2017, including Arab Health and MEDLAB – two of the largest healthcare congresses in the world and a UAE-first event held in collaboration with the Clinical and Laboratories Standards Institute (CLSI) NRL builds on its 2016 accreditation success by being thought leaders at key medical and laboratory events in […]
NEW DELHI // Thousands braved inclement weather while warmly greeting the chief guest, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, at the Republic Day parade in the Indian capital on Thursday. Despite wet and cold conditions, the 68th edition of the celebrations took place as scheduled in front of Sheikh Mohammed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, Indian president, Pranab Mukherjee, Indian prime […]
Agreement exchanged in presence of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and India’s PM Narendra Modi Abu Dhabi, UAE – January 25, 2016 In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces and India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and the Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves […]
India signed a deal with the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday that allows the Gulf OPEC country to fill half of an underground crude oil storage facility at Mangalore that is part of New Delhi’s strategic reserve system. New Delhi announced a series of pacts with the UAE ranging from defence, trade, maritime cooperation to energy after a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Abu Dhabi’s […]
