Technology & IT | Thursday 24 September, 2015 2:33 am

With iPhone launch, Apple eyes better customer connection

It’s not just another iPhone launch. This time, Apple is pushing not only a new device, but what it says is a new relationship with its customers. By offering for the first time monthly installment payments on direct sales and a new lease option for US customers, Apple is moving to help...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 23 September, 2015 3:00 pm

Young participants selected for the Alitalia-Etihad Airways Cadet Pilot Program

 Alitalia today announced that it has selected 24 young participants aged between 18 and 27 years, to attend the joint Alitalia-Etihad Airways Cadet Pilot program.   More than 550 candidates applied to join the two-year training course, which will take place at Alitalia’s ...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 23 September, 2015 4:25 am

UK supports new GCC infrastructure event

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI), the non-ministerial commercial arm of the UK Government, has been confirmed as an official supporter of the upcoming NATRANS Arabia 2015 conference, which will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 25-27 October, 2015. Billed as ...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 23 September, 2015 3:40 am

Independent Arab Region Think Tank to Convene In Abu Dhabi Next Month

 One of the most powerful gatherings of Arab region and international minds will convene in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, next month (October) for a Summit which is aimed at producing recommendations for a blueprint to reposition the Arab world’s standing within...

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Beauty & Style | Wednesday 23 September, 2015 1:36 am

JESSICA CHASTAIN SHINES BRIGHT AT THE OPENING OF FIRST PIAGET BOUTIQUE IN ITALY

Piaget celebrated the grand opening of its first ever boutique in Italy with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by Piaget CEO Philippe Léopold-Metzger and Monsieur Yves Piaget. Award-winning actress and Piaget Brand Ambassador Jessica Chastain made an appearance to the delight of the VIP...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 22 September, 2015 2:38 pm

UAE Takes Lead in Setting Food Safety Standards Across Middle East Region

As nations across the Middle East, Africa and South East Asia (MEASA) region work to implement food safety standards through their respective food supply chains, the manufacturing, food processing, packaging and logistics sectors play a particularly important role in improving, supporting and...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 22 September, 2015 2:28 pm

Etihad Airways to Carry 230,000 Guests Over Eid AL Adha Period

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, expects to carry over 230,000 guests during the upcoming Eid Al Adha period, an increase of almost 20 per cent over the same period last year.   Between 45,000 and 50,000 guests will travel during Eid Al Adha with the busiest travel day...

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Technology & IT | Tuesday 22 September, 2015 1:53 pm

The NFC leader FAMOCO wants to expand its business in the Middle East and will exhibit at the GITEX Show

FAMOCO the French specialist of Android NFC readers just raised $4,5 millions and now aims at conquering the Middle Eastern market. The GITEX show, the 3rd largest technology event on the planet, is an opportunity for FAMOCO to meet its clients and gain prominence in the Middle East. FAMOCO...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 22 September, 2015 1:46 pm

The Arab Women in Leadership Summit raises the bar for women professionals in the GCC

The 2nd Edition of the Arab Women in Leadership and Business Summit organized by MICE Quotient has concluded with an inspiring message for women in the UAE. The event, held in Dubai recently, was organised with the support of Dubai SME as the official Government Partner and sponsored by ADIB...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Tuesday 22 September, 2015 4:06 am

Chief Executive of Etihad Airways Partner Airlines Gather in Rome for Leadership Summit

The chief executive officers of six airlines in the Etihad Airways Partners group are meeting in Rome today to identify and progress collaborative initiatives designed to cut the carriers’ costs, increase their revenues, and expand sustainable choice for their...

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