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What's On
4 days ago
- Automotive
- What's On
Dubai Police adds Audi RS7 to its luxury patrol fleet
The Dubai Police already have a pretty impressive collection of patrol vehicles, including limited-edition Alfa Romeos, a Mercedes-AMG GT63, a Lamborghini Aventador and even a futuristic Tesla Cybertruck. And now, they have announced the addition of the Audi RS7 to their luxury patrol fleet. The move reinforces the Dubai Police's commitment to enhancing security and safety around the city by adopting cutting-edge technologies. The unveiling took place at Dubai's iconic Museum of the Future, led by His Excellency Major General Eid Muhammad Thani, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Criminal Investigation Affairs, alongside Major General Rashid Al Falasi, Director of the General Department of Transport and Rescue. Watch the video below to see how it all went down. The Dubai Police and the senior authorities were joined by representatives from Al Nabooda Automobiles. During the unveiling, Major General Thani was informed about the capabilities of the new Audi RS7 Performance. The car can deliver an impressive 630 horsepower and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds. Not only is it fast, but it is also sure to turn heads as it makes its way down Dubai roads. Speaking on the addition of these fast steel beasts to the Dubai Police fleet, Major General Thani emphasized that integrating high-performance sports cars into Dubai Police's luxury fleet supports the force's goal of strengthening the police presence in key tourist destinations while ensuring that all Dubai Police vehicles remain state-of-the-art. K Rajaram, CEO of Al Nabooda Automobiles also expressed his pride with working with the Dubai Police adding 'With the addition of the Audi RS7 to the fleet, we are proud to support a vision that prioritises high performance and excellence. Together, we are redefining what is possible in mobility and public engagement.' What ya gonna do when they come for you? @dubaipolicehq Images: Dubai Media Office > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
News18
5 days ago
- Business
- News18
Air Arabia reports second quarter 2025 net profit of AED 415 million
Sharjah [UAE], August 14 (ANI/WAM): Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East and North Africa's first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, today announced strong financial and operational results for the second quarter and first half of 2025, as the airline continued to expand its network, further solidifying its leadership position in the Arabia reported a net profit of AED 415 million during the second quarter ending June 30, 2025, 3 per cent lower than the AED 427 million recorded in the same period in 2024. The airline achieved a turnover of AED 1.69 billion, marking a 2 per cent increase compared to the second quarter of last year. Between April and June 2024, over 5.1 million passengers travelled with Air Arabia Group across its operating hubs, reflecting a 15 per cent increase from the 4.5 million passengers carried in the same quarter of the previous year. The airline's average seat load factor – representing the percentage of available seats occupied – rose by 6 per cent, reaching an impressive 85 per cent during the second quarter of on the results, Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohammad Al Thani, Chairman of Air Arabia, said, 'The strong performance recorded during the second quarter of this year reflects the resilience of our business model and the effective execution of our growth strategy. Despite escalating geopolitical tensions and regional conflict witnessed during this period, which disrupted operations and led to flight cancellations, we responded to these exceptional circumstances with agility and efficiency. We continued to invest in expanding operational capacity across all hubs, achieving a record seat load factor driven by strong and sustained demand for air travel."In the first half of 2025 (January to June), Air Arabia reported a net profit of AED 770 million, reflecting an 11 per cent increase from the AED 693 million recorded in the first half of 2024. In the same period, the airline achieved a turnover of AED 3.44 billion, marking an 8 per cent increase compared to the AED 3.19 billion registered in the first half of last year. During this period, over 10.1 million passengers travelled with Air Arabia across its hubs, representing 13 per cent growth. The airline's average seat load factor in the first half of 2025 rose to 84 per Thani continued: 'In the first half of the year, Air Arabia launched new routes, increased flight frequencies in key markets, and added aircraft to the fleet, enhancing our network, capacity, and customer offering. This growth came despite ongoing industry challenges such as political instability in some markets, fuel price volatility, currency fluctuations, and supply chain constraints. Our ability to expand in such conditions reflects the strength of our business model and the capability of our management team."He concluded: 'As we look ahead to the remainder of 2025, our focus remains on expanding connectivity, serving new markets, and further enhancing operational efficiency and innovation. We remain committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers while creating sustainable growth and long-term returns for our shareholders."During the first half of the year, Air Arabia added two aircraft to its modern fleet, bringing it to a total of 83 owned and leased Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft. An additional 120 new aircraft on order with Airbus are expected to begin delivery by the end of 2025. In the first half, the carrier has expanded its network by launching 13 new routes across its operating hubs in the UAE, Morocco, Egypt, and Pakistan. In June, Air Arabia has been ranked among Forbes Middle East's 'Top 100 Listed Companies 2025" for the second consecutive Arabia maintained its position in the 'Leader' category of the MSCI ESG Ratings with an 'AA" score, reflecting its ongoing efforts to advance environmental, social, and governance practices. The airline also obtained a Limited Assurance Statement on its 2024 ESG Report, conducted in accordance with the International Standard on Assurance Engagement (ISAE) 3000, reinforcing its continued efforts and commitment to transparency, accountability, and sustainable growth. (ANI/WAM)
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE manufacturers urged to take advantage of local port operators' global presence
Manufacturers in the UAE have been asked to take advantage of local port operators' global presence. Speaking during a panel discussion at the Make it in the Emirates in Abu Dhabi on Monday, Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, UAE's minister of state for foreign trade, encouraged local exporters to take advantage of the strong presence of DP World and Abu Dhabi Ports within and outside the UAE. 'They are important and play a key role in logistics sectors. They are very important in the world, managing more than two-thirds of global ports,' he added. The Dubai-based global ports operator DP World has presence across dozens of countries, managing ports, economic zones and logistics facilities in America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and other regions. Abu Dhabi Ports owns and operates 10 ports and terminals in the UAE. Each facility is strategically located, harnessing sea, air, road and rail connectivity to provide gateways to global markets. This wider presence across various countries of local port operators makes it even easier for local manufacturers and exporters to export their goods globally. The fourth edition of the Make it in the Emirates exhibition and conferences is taking place from May 19 to 22 at Adnec Centre in Abu Dhabi, showcasing various products manufactured locally from defence to AI to space. Ø´Ù�دذ اÙ�جÙ�سة اÙ�Ù�زارÙ�Ø© Ù�Ù�اشاÙ� Ù�ØÙ�رÙ�اÙ� بعÙ�Ù�اÙ� "إعادة ذعرÙ�Ù� اÙ�صÙ�اعة Ù�اÙ�ذجارة Ù�اÙ�اسذثÙ�ار"Ø� ØÙ�Ø« Ù�دÙ�Ù� اÙ�Ù�ادة رؤÙ� اسذراذÙ�جÙ�Ø© ØÙ�Ù� سÙ�بÙ� بÙ�اء اÙ�ذصاد صÙ�اعÙ� Ù�Ø°Ù�اÙ�Ù� Ù�Ù�ائÙ� عÙ�Ù� اÙ�Ù�Ù�Ù�Ø©Ø� Ù�Ù�Ø°Ù�اسÙ� عÙ�Ù� اÙ�Ù�سذÙ�Ù� اÙ�عاÙ�Ù�Ù� اÙ�Ø·Ù�اÙ�اÙ� Ù�Ù� دÙ�Ù�Ø© اÙ�Ø¥Ù�اراذ. ð���ï¸� 19 â�� 22 Ù�اÙ�Ù� 2025 ð��� Ù�رÙ�ز أدÙ�Ù�Ù� أبÙ�ظبÙ� سجÙ�Ù� اÙ�Ø¢Ù�â�¦ — MIITE (@MIITEUAE) May 19, 2025 Dr Thani added that the UAE offers opportunities to manufacturers to tap a 2.5 billion wider market in case of supply chain challenges in the region. He pointed out that the Middle East market is just around 500 million, therefore, the bigger 2.5 billion market 'helps a lot in providing alternatives for UAE manufacturers in case of supply chain issues". Within a four-hour radius, exporters in the UAE can reach over 2 billion people. Located at a crossroad between east and west, the UAE greatly benefits from its central location. In addition, exporters can cash in on the strong connectivity that UAE carriers Emirates, Etihad and flydubai provide. The minister noted that studies show that trade agreements increase countries' GDP by 15 per cent. 'Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs) guarantee investors bigger markets,' he said, adding that more CEPAs 'will be signed in the coming few weeks". The minister stressed that each emirate complements the other when it comes to economic diversification of the economy. 'We have the UAE Industrial Council and there are representatives of all stakeholders. Plus, coordination of policies is happening and we are working to overcome challenges that manufacturers face. We are keen to attract more investment. We want natural resources that are affordable and sustainable because we want prices to be stable as volatility will harm the credibility of the market. We need competency and skills in the manufacturing sector. Our products are exported everywhere in the world.' The minister stated that they're coordinating with local and federal stakeholders in attracting talent from other countries as well as through the Nafis programme dedicated to UAE citizens. Speaking during the panel discussion, Ahmed Al Zaabi, chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, revealed that the number of factories has tripled in the manufacturing sector in the Capital over the last few years. 'We have many initiatives through which we can help to open a factory, provide funding and import raw materials." In the last two years, Al Zaabi noted that the industrial sector's contribution to Abu Dhabi GDP has grown by over 22 per cent from Dh91 billion to Dh111.6 billion.
Muscat Daily
08-04-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
‘Rose Giving' to celebrate Jabal Akhdar's blooming harvest
Jabal Akhdar – In a bid to support rose farming and promote tourism in Jabal Akhdar, the Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ASMED) and the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism have planned to hold a special event titled 'Atad al Ward' (Rose Giving) next week. The initiative aims to highlight the economic and cultural importance of the rose industry, which has long been rooted in the traditions of communities living in the highlands of Jalal Akhdar. Sulaiman Awlad Thani, a resident of Jabal Akhdar, said the rose harvest begins in March and continues until the end of April. 'During this season, the air in Jabal Akhdar becomes filled with the scent of roses, which are used in perfumes, food flavourings and herbal remedies,' he said. Jabal Akhdar is home to nearly 4,000 rose bushes, spread across villages including Al Aqar, Al Ain, Saiq and Al Shurayjah. The most widely cultivated variety is the pink Mohammadi rose. The harvest has become a seasonal draw for visitors, who often purchase locally produced rosewater and related products from shops in the area. Thani said rose cultivation has become a growing source of income for local families, with many young people now taking part in the harvest. 'Rose farming is an ancient tradition, passed down through generations. It has become a craft with its own unique character,' he added. The production of rosewater begins early each morning, when roses are picked and delivered to distillation units. The process is carried out using clay pots made in Bahla, a town renowned for its pottery. Rosewater is widely used in Omani sweets, coffee and tea, and it also features in perfumes and cosmetics. To offer tourists a closer look at the harvest and traditional distillation process, guided trips are organised during the season. The upcoming Rose Giving event will include a workshop on rose harvesting and rosewater production. It will also provide space to small and medium enterprises to showcase their products and include artistic activities for children. The event seeks to promote rose farming as a viable career for younger generations, encourage cultivation among local residents, and preserve traditional knowledge and practices tied to the industry.
Mid East Info
06-02-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
HE Dr. Thani champions the role of technology in trade during keynote address at the Plug and Play Middle East Summit
The inaugural Plug and Play Middle East Summit connects entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors in the tech space HE Dr . Thani: 'It is vital we empower entrepreneurs and startups to develop cutting-edge solutions that enable smarter, faster, and more inclusive global trade – while establishing the regulatory frameworks and interoperable systems needed to deploy them .' Dubai, UAE – February, 2025: HE Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, has underscored the transformative role of advanced technologies—particularly artificial intelligence (AI)—in driving a new era of smarter, faster, and more efficient global tradeand how the UAE is taking the lead on their implementation. Speaking at the inaugural Plug and Play Middle East Summit, an event that brought together industry pioneers, government officials, and investors to showcase innovations shaping the economy of tomorrow, HE Dr. Al Zeyoudi emphasized the urgent need for the international trading community to harness the power of startups and release the value that is being locked away by outdated systems and human-centric processes. HE Dr. Al Zeyoudi stated: 'The UAE recognizes that trade is undergoing a complete transformation, driven by new technologies, automation, and digital innovation. It is vital we empower entrepreneurs and startups to develop cutting-edge solutions that enable smarter, faster, and more inclusive global trade—while establishing the regulatory frameworks and interoperable systems needed to deploy them. Through the TradeTech Initiative, launched in partnership with the World Economic Forum, we are accelerating these efforts, including the establishment of the TradeTech Accelerator and a Regulatory Sandbox. Their success can unlock new opportunities for commerce across the world..' He continued: 'The TradeTech Accelerator, developed in collaboration with Plug and Play, is already yielding results. From a pool of 1,500 top-tier startups worldwide, we have identified 14 high-potential ventures pioneering AI-driven logistics, blockchain-powered trade finance, and digital supply-chain optimization. Their agility and creativity will not only enhance supply chains but also reaffirm the strength of the UAE's innovation ecosystem.' The summit included a series of fireside chats and panel discussions, bringing together leading figures from technology, investment, and trade to explore AI's evolving role in entrepreneurship. Participants included Fadi Ghandour, Executive Chairman of Wamda Group; Carlos de Torres, Head of EMEA Venture Capital and Private Equity at Google; Joel Podolny, Founder of Honor Education; and Arya Bolurfrushan, CEO of the Bolurfrushan International Group. Discussions covered a wide range of topics, from fintech trends and blockchain to the transformative impact of AI on industries and its role in augmenting human capabilities.
