Author: Sam Allcock

Cariva, the forward-thinking multi-brand pre-owned vehicle retailer supported by A.A Al Moosa Enterprises, has officially launched its state-of-the-art showroom on Damascus Street in Dubai. The new facility promises a more transparent, reliable and seamless route for customers purchasing used cars. Spread across 30,000 square feet, the centre features a carefully selected line-up of more than 100 vehicles spanning various makes and models. Its opening aligns with the surge in demand for trustworthy, tech-driven buying experiences in the UAE’s fast-growing pre-owned car market. The UAE’s used car sector, valued at US$20 billion in 2022, is projected to expand to US$48 billion…

Presight, a globally recognised AI and data analytics company, has formalised a new Memorandum of Understanding with Abu Dhabi Aviation Group of Companies (ADA Group), the UAE’s largest commercial helicopter operator and aviation services provider. The agreement aims to fast-track the nation’s transition toward AI-enabled aviation and Industry 4.0 capabilities. Through the MoU, both parties will work together to embed artificial intelligence, advanced analytical tools and sovereign data systems across ADA Group’s aviation and industrial portfolio. The collaboration is designed to enhance operational efficiency, reinforce fleet reliability and support national strategies focused on technological independence within critical industries. A key…

A programme of cultural breakfasts, patriotic décor and grand cake-cutting ceremonies brings the spirit of the Union to life across all three properties. In honour of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad, Central Hotels & Resorts, one of the country’s leading homegrown hospitality groups, is set to celebrate the momentous occasion with an array of engaging cultural experiences across Canal Central Hotel Business Bay, Royal Central Hotel The Palm and C Central Resort The Palm. The Group’s celebrations reflect deep national pride, warm Emirati hospitality and a commitment to sharing the country’s cultural heritage with guests. Guided by the 2025…

Belém, Brazil, 21 November 2025: At the high-level dialogue Bridging Action Agendas from COP16 to COP30: Strengthening Synergies Across Land, Climate, and Nature, the UNCCD COP16 and UNFCCC COP30 Presidencies brought together a diverse group of stakeholders from government institutions, scientific bodies, youth networks, civil society, Indigenous Peoples and international organisations. The event saw all five Rio Convention Presidencies—UNFCCC COP30, CBD COP16, CBD COP17, UNCCD COP16 and UNCCD COP17—call jointly for deeper cooperation, building on progress achieved through the Global Climate Action Agenda, the Riyadh Action Agenda and initiatives launched at CBD COP16 in Cali. Discussions highlighted that land degradation,…

Partnership announced at Dubai Airshow 2025 reinforces joint ambitions to advance breakthrough technologies and deepen scientific collaboration between the UAE and France. The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research centre of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has formalised a Collaboration Agreement with Thales, a global leader in advanced technologies, to accelerate progress in quantum research, autonomous systems and directed energy solutions. Signed during the Dubai Airshow, the agreement sets out a long-term framework for shared research and development aimed at delivering innovative technologies and practical, real-world implementations. The collaboration highlights the UAE’s strategic commitment to building robust,…

New hotel and residences set to enhance hospitality landscape in Al Seef District Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has officially opened the Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences, bringing a fresh residential-style hospitality concept to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Situated in the heart of Manama’s Al Seef District, the property combines modern living spaces with world-class Hilton service. The launch was officiated by Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, marking an important milestone for the country’s premium tourism and hospitality sector. Hotel owner Mr. Mahmood Mohamed Faqeeh commented on the strategic significance of…

STORY Hospitality, part of the Abu Dhabi Capital Group, has announced that Ameer Rehman has been appointed as its new Vice President of Finance. Ameer, a Fellow Chartered Accountant who trained with PwC, brings over 20 years of international financial leadership to the business. His career across the UK, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and the wider EMEA region has established him as a respected expert in financial governance, operational performance and leadership development. Victor Abou-Ghanem, CEO of STORY Hospitality, says: “We are thrilled to welcome Ameer Rehman to STORY Hospitality. His deep financial acumen, global hospitality experience, and forward-looking leadership…

RoyalJet, the premium Abu Dhabi private jet operator with a global client base, has announced its decision to equip its forthcoming ACJ320neo fleet with CFM LEAP-1A engines, which are currently on order with Airbus. CFM International, jointly owned by GE Aerospace and Safran Aircraft Engines, is the manufacturer of the LEAP-1A. The LEAP engine line has seen unprecedented adoption in commercial aviation, powering 4,000 aircraft in just nine years. Featuring advanced composite materials, including lightweight fan blades and ceramic matrix composites, the engine offers 15 per cent improved fuel efficiency and 15 per cent lower carbon emissions compared with the…

SIBEC 2025 begins today in Abu Dhabi, gathering leaders and delegates from around the world to examine how smart technologies are elevating safety and quality of life throughout the UAE. The event, hosted by SIBCA, carries the theme “Smart Solutions for Safer Communities.” SIBCA, a major provider of fire, life safety, and ICT systems in the UAE and wider region—including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and Egypt—has announced the commencement of SIBEC 2025 at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort in Abu Dhabi. The event brings together high-level fire and safety professionals, innovators, and global participants committed to shaping the next…

Groundbreaking initiative captures carbon, boosts freshwater output, and converts desalination brine into valuable industrial resources. Ebb, an industry-leading water innovation firm, has formed a major partnership with the Saudi Water Authority (SWA), the national body overseeing the Kingdom’s water sector, to deploy the world’s first large-scale desalination decarbonisation project. As Saudi Arabia represents 22% of global desalination capacity, the initiative is designed to deliver megaton-scale CO₂ removal in the next decade while enhancing water recovery and operational performance. The partnership will integrate Ebb’s electrochemical technology into Saudi desalination assets, converting brine into valuable materials that strengthen sustainability and bolster national…