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Business Recorder
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Diplomatic travel: Emirates signs MoU with Italian Consulate
KARACHI: Emirates, the world's largest international airline, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Consulate of Italy in Karachi to seamlessly facilitate diplomatic travel and promote cultural and business ties between Pakistan and Italy in Karachi. The MoU was signed by Mohammed Alhashmi, Emirates' Vice President for Pakistan, and Fabrizio Bielli, the Consul of Italy, during a signing ceremony held at the Consulate in Karachi. Under the agreement, Emirates will become the preferred airline for official travel by the Italian Consulate. The airline will offer exclusive benefits to diplomatic passengers, including preferential fares, cargo rates, and additional baggage allowances. Emirates will also explore opportunities to support diplomatic and cultural events organized by the Italian Consulate, as well as promotions for business engagements in Italy related with the Italian Consulate. In return, the Italian Consulate will recommend Emirates to individuals and entities engaging with the Consulate for travel to and from Italy. Mohammed Alhashmi, Emirates' Vice President for Pakistan said, 'We are pleased to collaborate with the Consulate of Italy in Karachi. Italy is an important market for us, and we have been operating there for over three decades. This MoU reflects our shared commitment of enhancing and fostering stronger cultural and economic ties between our nations. We look forward to facilitating travel for personnel in Italy's diplomatic mission, so they have the opportunity to explore our diverse network as they strengthen their cultural connections in Pakistan.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Syyaha
4 days ago
- Business
- Syyaha
Huawei and Emirates Collaborate to Launch HarmonyOS 5 Smartwatch App, Ushering in a New Era of Seamless, Smart Travel
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 29, 2025 — In a significant step towards redefining the digital travel experience, Huawei and Emirates have announced the global launch of Emirates' HarmonyOS 5 smartwatch app. The launch underscores the close collaboration between the tech giant and the world's largest international airline, reinforcing their shared commitment to innovation, customer-centric technology, and enhanced travel convenience, particularly for the Chinese market. Following the MoU renewal between both parties at the 2025 Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, Emirates becomes one of the first global airline brands to integrate its services with Huawei's next-generation HarmonyOS 5 operating system. This move marks a pivotal milestone in the partnership between two global leaders, reflecting a shared ambition to elevate the travel experience through connected, intelligent solutions. The new Emirates HarmonyOS 5 smartwatch app is designed to make travel planning and in-flight services more intuitive. From real-time flight updates and itinerary overviews to mobile boarding pass, the app allows Huawei smartwatch users to seamlessly access Emirates services at a glance. Integrated directly into Huawei's device ecosystem, the app benefits from HarmonyOS 5 Services, delivering instant access, seamless cross-device continuity, and an AI-enhanced user experience — all without needing to open or download third-party applications. 'Partnering with Emirates is a testament to our commitment to revolutionizing the digital landscape,' said Mr. William Hu, Managing Director of the Consumer Business Group for Middle East and Africa Eco Development and Operation 'The launch of the Emirates smartwatch app on HarmonyOS 5 is a milestone in delivering smart, personalized, and immersive travel experiences. By combining Huawei's technological innovation with Emirates' premium customer service, we are redefining how users engage with global travel brands—right from their wrists.' 'Huawei's expertise in building seamless smart ecosystems enables Emirates to connect with travelers across key markets, particularly China, in powerful new ways,' added Orhan Abbas, Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations (Far East) at Emirates. 'With the new Emirates smartwatch app on HarmonyOS 5, we are enhancing real-time engagement and unlocking smarter, more personalized journeys for our customers, further strengthening our global reach and service excellence.' The collaboration also includes joint efforts to enhance and optimize the Emirates App on HUAWEI AppGallery to ensure improved performance and stability across all Huawei smart devices, co-promote key campaigns such as Emirates' upcoming route launches to Shenzhen and Hangzhou in July to amplify reach within the Chinese market, and develop co-created content and integrated marketing initiatives tailored to digitally savvy travelers across the MENA region and mainland China. Available now on Huawei smartwatches, the Emirates app serves as a seamless extension of the airline's digital services, offering a tailored experience built for convenience and real-time engagement. This launch marks yet another milestone in Emirates and Huawei's groundbreaking collaboration, reaffirming their commitment to future-forward travel experiences powered by AI, ecosystem synergy, and data-driven innovation.
Al Etihad
22-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Nahyan bin Mubarak continues his visits to 'Make it in the Emirates 2025'
22 May 2025 20:49 ABU DHABI (WAM)Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, continued his field visits on Thursday to the fourth edition of the Make it in the Emirates 2025 platform, hosted at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).His visit came on the concluding day of the country's premier industrial event, which attracted broad participation from major industrial, technological, and investment entities from across the UAE and abroad. Over four days, the platform showcased new horizons in smart manufacturing, clean energy, digital transformation, and advanced supply his tour, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak visited the pavilions of participating national companies and academic institutions, where he reviewed a range of pioneering innovations and advanced technologies developed by Emirati innovations reflect the maturity and progressive direction of the UAE's industrial sector, underscoring a strong commitment to excellence and Nahyan bin Mubarak affirmed that the significant transformations taking place in the UAE's industrial landscape are a direct reflection of the wise vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, who firmly believes in the role of industry as a key pillar of economic development, national self-sufficiency, and the country's future as a global hub for innovation and knowledge-based economy.'We are now reaping the fruits of a comprehensive, forward-looking vision set by our leadership,' H.E. said.'This vision empowers key sectors, supports investment in research and innovation, and fosters international partnerships, positioning the UAE as a regional and global center for advanced industry.'He added that the activities showcased throughout the 'Make it in the Emirates' platform offered an ideal opportunity to present inspiring models of industrial partnerships, future-focused technologies, and the nation's efforts in emphasised that focusing on strategic sectors such as advanced technologies, clean energy, and defense manufacturing reflects the UAE's ambitious agenda to build a more diversified and resilient Nahyan bin Mubarak further noted that the unlimited support provided under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan forms the solid foundation for building an integrated industrial ecosystem aligned with global developments and the aspirations of future generations. He highlighted the UAE's unique advantages, including its strategic location, progressive legal infrastructure, and highly qualified national workforce, which together make it an attractive environment for long-term industrial on the role of national talent, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak underscored the importance of investing in human capital: 'Empowering Emirati youth and equipping them with advanced skills is the cornerstone of our industrial renaissance. Emirati minds will lead this journey into the future, capable of responding to the challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and developing cutting-edge solutions that enhance our global competitiveness.'He also praised the tremendous efforts of the organising entities and strategic partners in ensuring the success of the event, affirming that 'Make it in the Emirates' has evolved into a comprehensive national platform for knowledge exchange, technology transfer, and the creation of industrial investment opportunities that contribute to realising the goals of the 'UAE Centennial 2071.'Concluding his visit, Sheikh Nahyan expressed his confidence that 'Make it in the Emirates 2025' marks a significant milestone in the country's industrial journey. He emphasised that the UAE is advancing steadily into the future, thanks to the visionary leadership, the engagement of all national institutions, and the synergy between public and private sectors—working collectively to achieve an inclusive industrial renaissance, reinforce technological sovereignty, and position the UAE as a key player in the global industrial arena.
Al Etihad
22-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
ADNOC's suppliers commit to invest Dh3 billion in manufacturing facilities
22 May 2025 19:31 ABU DHABI (WAM)ADNOC announced on Thursday that its partners across its supply chain commit to invest Dh3 billion ($817 million) in manufacturing facilities across the announcement was made at the 'Make it in the Emirates' forum currently underway in Abu facilities are located across Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), Dubai Industrial Park, Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) and Umm Al will create more than 3,500 highly skilled private sector jobs and manufacture a wide range of industrial products, including pressure vessels, pipe coatings, and facilities have been enabled by commercial agreements ADNOC signed with the companies under its In-Country Value (ICV) ICV programme is providing a platform for businesses to capitalise on ADNOC's diverse commercial opportunities as it delivers on its plan to locally manufacture Dh90 billion ($24.5 billion) worth of products in its procurement pipeline by Executive Director, People, Commercial and Corporate Support, Yaser Saeed Almazrouei, said, 'We welcome our partners' commitment to advancing local manufacturing through their investments in these state-of-the-art facilities, which will strengthen the UAE's industrial base and create highly skilled private sector jobs. These investments reflect ADNOC's ongoing drive to support the 'Make it in the Emirates' initiative and localise strategic industrial capabilities through our In-Country Value programme. We look forward to working with our partners to ensure business continuity and unlock further opportunities for sustainable growth and economic diversification.'The facilities include newly operational sites, major expansions, and investment commitments. The state-of-the art facilities are aligned with ADNOC's current and future procurement requirements, underscoring its support for the 'Make it in the Emirates' announcement builds on the success of ADNOC's ICV programme, which has driven Dh242 billion back into the UAE economy and enabled 17,000 jobs for UAE Nationals in the private sector since 2018. Manufacturers, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and entrepreneurs are encouraged to explore the 'Make it with ADNOC' app, which provides businesses with visibility into the products ADNOC plans to purchase, offering a more streamlined and integrated procurement process.
Daily Tribune
22-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Emirates Launches 33 Special Flights for Hajj Pilgrims, Expands Regional Operations for Eid Al Adha
Emirates has announced a significant expansion of its operations for the 2025 Hajj season, launching 33 special flights to Jeddah and Medina to support pilgrims undertaking the sacred journey to Mecca. These dedicated services will run until 31 May, and resume from 10 to 16 June, offering thousands of travelers a seamless and spiritually focused travel experience. Enhanced Connectivity for Eid Travel In addition to the Hajj operations, Emirates is boosting its regional network with 13 extra flights to key cities including Amman, Dammam, Kuwait, and Bahrain during the Eid Al Adha period. The airline expects heightened demand as travelers head to popular summer destinations or reunite with family and friends to celebrate the festive season. Serving Pilgrims Across Continents Over the next three weeks, Emirates will carry nearly 32,000 Hajj pilgrims from countries across its global network — including the USA, Pakistan, Indonesia, South Africa, Thailand, and Côte d'Ivoire. A Spiritual Journey from Ground to Sky Emirates' Hajj experience begins the moment pilgrims land in Dubai. Specially trained airport teams assist with arrivals, connections, and hotel transfers, ensuring smooth transitions for connecting pilgrims.
