Author: Sam Allcock

Dubai Airports has unveiled a striking photo exhibition at Dubai International (DXB) to mark the 10th anniversary of Emirati Women’s Day, celebrating the contributions of Emirati women in aviation. The gallery, titled Messages to Tomorrow, was launched in collaboration with the Dubai Airports Women’s Network (DAWN) under this year’s national theme, “Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years.” It highlights the role of women within the oneDXB community, featuring portraits of ten Emirati professionals whose work and dedication continue to shape the country’s aviation sector. The portraits were captured by acclaimed Emirati photographer Hind Al Raeesi, who sought to portray…

The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has awarded classification to the Saildrone Surveyor, a 20-metre unmanned surface vehicle (USV) designed for deep-water missions, marking a major step forward in autonomous maritime operations. The Surveyor, built by California-based Saildrone, is the largest class of unmanned vessel produced by the company to date. It is capable of fully autonomous, long-endurance operations across the world’s oceans, carrying out tasks including ocean mapping, deep-sea data collection and maritime domain awareness. Patrick Ryan, ABS Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, said the classification reflected the society’s focus on balancing innovation and safety.“ABS and Saildrone…

International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), a global leader in scent, taste and bioscience, has announced a landmark partnership with Brazilian investment group Votorantim’s green economy division to unlock the potential of the Atlantic Forest’s biodiversity. The deal, signed with Reservas Votorantim (rV), gives IFF and its natural ingredients subsidiary, LMR Naturals, exclusive access to the flora of Legado das Águas, Brazil’s largest private Atlantic Forest reserve. Covering 31,000 hectares in São Paulo state, the reserve is home to nearly 1,000 species of plants. As part of the agreement, IFF will build a new research facility within rV’s existing site in…

Hytera, a global provider of professional communications technology, has announced the launch of its P30 Lite PoC Radio — a compact, lightweight, and durable device aimed at enhancing communication and efficiency for professionals in industries such as security, retail, hospitality, transportation, and facility management. The device, weighing just 170 grams, is designed for comfort during long shifts and features one-handed operation. It also integrates Text-to-Speech (TTS), which provides real-time updates on battery levels, network status, and talk group changes. This allows staff to stay focused on their tasks without having to glance at the screen — a function considered particularly…

Indie video games continue to rise in prominence, with titles like Hollow Knight and Stardew Valley demonstrating the power of smaller studios to shape the global gaming industry. Now, a new project called Replaced is set to capture attention when it launches in Spring 2026. The 2.5D action-adventure platformer, developed by Sad Cat Studios, combines cyberpunk-inspired aesthetics with detailed pixel art and cinematic storytelling. Though originally scheduled for an earlier release, delays have pushed the debut into next year. Despite the wait, expectations remain high, with many fans already comparing it to some of the most celebrated indie titles of…

Trend Micro has unveiled what it describes as the world’s first specialised large language model (LLM) for cybersecurity, marking a major shift in how organisations defend against escalating digital threats. The new model, called Trend Cybertron, is designed to move enterprises away from reactive security towards proactive risk management. The company says the system draws on the industry’s most precise local risk assessments combined with more than 36 years of global threat intelligence to help anticipate and prevent attacks. With governments, banks, and smart cities across the Middle East and Africa rapidly expanding their use of AI, securing digital infrastructure…

Omnix International, a UAE-based leader in digital transformation and technology solutions, has announced a major expansion of its manufacturing-focused digitization portfolio. The move aims to help industries across the Middle East transition toward Industry 5.0, which blends human-centric innovation with automation, immersive technologies, and sustainable operations. The company’s new offering comes at a time of mounting challenges for global manufacturers, including disrupted supply chains, rising energy costs and shortages of skilled labour. Against this backdrop, demand is growing for smarter, more agile, and data-driven production environments. Walid Gomaa, CEO of Omnix, said manufacturers were under pressure to embrace more intelligent…

Huawei has officially introduced its MatePad 11.5 tablet in Kuwait, expanding access to the brand’s PaperMatte display technology at a more affordable price point. Retailing from KWD 109.9, the device is now available through Huawei’s online platforms and authorised retailers. The MatePad 11.5 is being positioned as a versatile tool for both students and professionals. With its blend of performance, productivity features, and immersive display, Huawei is marketing the tablet as ideal for university use, project collaboration, and everyday media consumption. At the centre of the device is an 11.5-inch PaperMatte display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The screen is…

AlMabarrah AlKhalifia Foundation (MKF) has sponsored Bahraini students to participate in international academic and leadership programs at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Harvard’s Youth Lead the Change initiative, underscoring its mission to empower the next generation. As part of the Foundation’s Ithra enrichment program, Abdul Rahman Al-Bay and Hamid Al-Khadeer, accompanied by their mentor Abdullah Al-Khadeir, joined the NUS Summer School. The group represented the only Arab team from the Middle East among 70 global participants. The two-week program exposed students to a variety of academic disciplines through lectures, workshops, and research activities. Areas of focus included artificial…

Audi has officially introduced the latest generation of its A6 models in Oman, including the much-anticipated fully electric A6 e-tron. The launch signals a dual approach to the brand’s future: refining combustion technology while embracing electrification. With more than three decades of history, the A6 nameplate has long defined executive comfort and understated performance. In Oman, where driving demands range from city commutes to long desert roads, Audi says the new models have been tailored to balance versatility, range, and refinement. Combustion, reimagined The all-new A6 is built on Audi’s Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) and is offered in both Sedan…