Author: Sam Allcock
Sam Allcock
Sam Allcock is a seasoned media professional and content strategist with a passion for storytelling across digital platforms. As a contributor to Abu Dhabi Week, Sam brings a sharp editorial eye and a deep appreciation for the culture, innovation, and lifestyle that define the UAE capital. With over a decade of experience in journalism and public relations, he covers everything from local events and business trends to travel, dining, and community highlights. When he's not writing, Sam is exploring the hidden gems of Abu Dhabi, always on the lookout for the next story worth sharing.
In a bold move blending the worlds of automotive design and haute couture, Chinese carmaker SOUEAST and iconic Filipino designer Michael Cinco officially announced a strategic collaboration during Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) Spring/Summer 2026, held on September 5, 2025. The partnership was revealed on the runway in front of global media, fashion insiders, and industry leaders, marking a first-of-its-kind crossover between a Chinese automobile brand and the Middle East’s most influential fashion house. It also follows SOUEAST’s recent milestone as the first Chinese auto brand to become an exclusive partner of Dubai Fashion Week—co-founded by Dubai Design District (d3) and…
LG Electronics has unveiled a bold new vision for smart living at IFA Berlin 2025, presenting its AI Appliances Orchestra — a cohesive, AI-powered ecosystem designed to transform homes into intelligent, responsive environments. This announcement positions LG at the forefront of the next wave in AI-integrated living spaces. At the centre of this concept is LG’s AI Home Solution, brought to life by the intuitive ThinQ ON smart hub, which acts as the central “conductor” for a growing symphony of connected appliances. Harmony Through Technology The AI Appliances Orchestra aims to bring harmony to everyday routines by enabling all LG…
Kempinski Hotels, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group, has appointed Frank Veenstra as its new Chief Development Officer (CDO), a strategic leadership move aimed at strengthening the brand’s expansion into the ultra-luxury segment. Veenstra, a seasoned executive with extensive experience in global hospitality development, is tasked with reshaping Kempinski’s growth strategy to appeal to a new generation of high-end travellers while upholding the company’s legacy of timeless European luxury. Leading Kempinski’s Next Chapter In his new role, Veenstra will oversee the refinement of Kempinski’s global development approach, including: He joins Kempinski after senior roles at Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, NH Hotels,…
Orascom Construction, a global leader in engineering, construction, and infrastructure development, has officially listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), becoming the third company to debut on the exchange in 2025. The listing further strengthens ADX’s position as the largest exchange in the UAE and one of the top 20 exchanges globally. The move underscores ADX’s ongoing commitment to expanding market access, diversifying investment opportunities, and reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s growing status as a global financial hub. Strategic Listing to Fuel Growth Orascom Construction’s debut aligns with its broader strategy to scale operations, expand infrastructure investments, and unlock long-term value…
Wall Street is constantly searching for the next company that won’t only disrupt its sector but redefine it altogether. Over the past three decades, three names have dominated that conversation: Amazon, which rewrote the rules of retail; Tesla, which turned mobility into a clean-energy revolution; and NVIDIA, which emerged as the backbone of the artificial intelligence age. Each began as a bold bet and matured into a cornerstone of the global economy. Analysts are now asking whether A-Medicare, created by visionary entrepreneur Enzo Zelocchi, could be the fourth member of that rare club, and the argument is increasingly difficult to…
A business in Abu Dhabi is a bit like a palm grove by the Gulf. It thrives when you respect the climate, tend the roots, and water on schedule. Most ventures that fail do not meet a single catastrophe. They suffer a steady drip of small errors that everyone could have predicted, if only they had collected the wisdom before stepping into the heat. That is why Furkat Kasimov’s book, Don’t Do This: A Guide to Business Survival, earns a place on every founder’s desk. It is a handbook of avoidable mistakes, written plainly and tested in the real world.…
NVIDIA has announced a significant performance boost for gamers this month with the rollout of DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, debuting in major new titles like Borderlands 4, Dying Light: The Beast, and more. Alongside this, a new GeForce Game Ready Driver is being released to optimise performance for these and other upcoming launches. Borderlands 4 to Launch with DLSS 4 and RTX Features Gearbox’s highly anticipated Borderlands 4, launching later this month, will fully support NVIDIA’s latest graphics technologies. Players equipped with GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs can expect up to a 5.5X frame rate increase thanks to…
The Ferrero Group has released its 16th annual Sustainability Report, marking another milestone in the company’s commitment to responsible growth and environmental stewardship. The 2023/2024 fiscal year saw substantial advances in key areas such as supply chain traceability, greenhouse gas reduction, sustainable packaging, and human rights protection. Executive Chairman Giovanni Ferrero reaffirmed the company’s long-term sustainability strategy, saying, “Sustainability is deeply embedded in Ferrero’s long-term strategy… to source responsibly, innovate boldly, and safeguard the natural world for future generations.” Supply Chain Transparency Strengthened Ferrero reported strong progress in traceability across its supply chains, mapping over 90% of key ingredients back…
Samsung Electronics has launched a global campaign titled “SmartThings Meets AI Home”, showcasing its vision for the future of smart living powered by artificial intelligence. The announcement comes just ahead of IFA 2025, one of the world’s leading consumer electronics and home appliances trade shows, held annually in Berlin. The campaign centres around a newly released promotional video that brings to life Samsung’s AI-driven SmartThings ecosystem. Designed to demonstrate how the AI Home simplifies and enhances everyday life, the video highlights a range of intuitive and personalised scenarios that use AI to connect, automate, and adapt to users’ lifestyles. Everyday…
Emirates has added two prestigious awards to its collection, following global recognition at the 2026 APEX/IFSA Global EXPO held in Long Beach, California. The Dubai-based carrier received the 2026 APEX Best™ Global Entertainment Award for its inflight entertainment system ‘ice’, and the 2026 APEX WORLD CLASS™ award, recognising the airline’s excellence across all areas of customer experience. The APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) awards are based on verified passenger feedback and professional audits, making them one of the industry’s most trusted benchmarks for airline performance. ‘Ice’ Named Best Global Inflight Entertainment System From a field of over 600 airlines worldwide,…