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Abu Dhabi: The ‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ initiative will host the ‘Flamenco Night,’ on December 20 at the Emirates Palace Auditorium in Abu Dhabi. Flamenco is a traditional art form in Spain that combines vocal color, instrumental play, and rhythmic movements in dance. It embodies the elegant and harmonious rhythms influenced by Andalusian, eastern, and Byzantine traditions, serving as a unique expression of Spanish culture. The one-and-a-half-hour event will feature the illustrious Ana Morales, a distinguished performer and award-winning contemporary artist, renowned for her expertise in ancient Spanish art. Mr. Mohammad Al Murr, Chairman of the ‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’…

Dubai: ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, has partnered with SAP, the global leader in enterprise application software, and Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). This partnership will enhance cloud solutions within the group through ‘RISE with SAP’, a comprehensive business transformation solution to ensure sustainable digitalization. This strategic move allows ENOC to accelerate its cloud journey in a single contract through a unified package, incorporating SAP S/4HANA Cloud as a core component. Mr. Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO at ENOC, stated that, “Our partnership with…

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council, a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Jordanian Emirati Businesswomen Council. The MoU aimed to unify efforts supporting the empowerment of women, enhancing their role in sustainable development, supporting their participation in the economic and social development process, and cooperating in launching joint proactive initiatives and activities. The MoU was signed in the presence of representatives from both sides at the Abu Dhabi Chamber headquarters by Ms. Marwa Al Mansoori, a board member of the Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council,…

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has achieved the Guinness World Record for installing the world’s longest Braille handrail in Dubai Frame, one of the Emirate’s most renowned attractions. Through the construction of the handrail measuring 319 meters by 11 centimeters along the frame, the municipality secured the first record for rehabilitating facilities for people of determination. The achievement is a reflection of the Municipality’s efforts, values, and plans to design proactive and integrated services, which not only exceed the expectations and happiness of people but also empower people of determination and offer all facilities and take measures to enhance their lives and…

Dubai: The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) has launched circular house guidelines based on principles of the UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021-2031. The guidelines were unveiled during the workshop held by ADHA at the House of Sustainability in Expo City Dubai, in the presence of key stakeholders from the government sector and NGOs, academics, engineers, real estate developers, contractors, and suppliers. The guidelines establish the standards and requirements for the construction of government housing projects in Abu Dhabi, in compliance with leading practices in the field of building and construction, with a focus on sustainability, efficient use of resources, and…

Fujairah: The eighth edition of the Fujairah International Arabian Horse Championship is set to take place from December 14 to 16, 2023, near the historic Fujairah Fort. The announcement was made at a press conference attended by Dr. Ahmed Hamdan Al Zeyoudi, Head of the Championship’s Organizing Committee, Mr. Ali Al Kaabi, Deputy Head of the Organizing Committee, Head of the Dressage Committee at the UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation (UAEERF), and Mr. Abdulaziz Al Marzouqi, Executive Director of the Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. The three-day championship features elite Arabian horse breeds and their owners, breeders, and stables from around…

Dubai: Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has achieved the 2023 IdeasUK Award in the Digital Technology and People Wellbeing categories. This achievement is a recognition of its commitment to delivering innovative, top-quality services aligned with global standards of excellence and innovation. The accolade further solidifies DTC’s position as a leader in providing smart, dependable, and sustainable transportation services. The award was accepted on behalf of the company by the Chief Operations Officer during a special ceremony organized by IdeasUK in Birmingham، attended by representatives and executives from renowned global institutions. Mr. Mansoor Rahma Al Falasi, CEO of Dubai Taxi Company, stated…

Dubai: BEEAH Group, Peec Mobility, and the Sharjah Research Technology Innovation Park (SRTIP) have signed a partnership agreement to advance the electrification of major vehicle fleets in Sharjah. This move supports national and global goals for zero-waste, circularity, sustainable transport, and decarbonization. The partnership agreement was signed at the BEEAH Headquarters in Sharjah by Mr. Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO of BEEAH, Mr. Zach Faizal, Founder of Peec Mobility, and Mr. Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SRTIP, in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the American University of Sharjah and Chairperson of SRTIP. As part…

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has partnered with tech-enabled sustainable energy business, GRIDSERVE, to support the wider growth of the UAE’s electric vehicles (EV) sector. Through the partnership, GRIDSERVE, a provider of smart-connected electric vehicle charging networks, powered by clean energy generation will join Abu Dhabi’s Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industry (SAVI) cluster. As a pioneer in the EV transition, GRIDSERVE delivers net zero transport through its battery- and solar-powered Sun-to-Wheel EV charging network technology platform. Mr. Badr Al-Olama, Director General of ADIO, stated that, “Abu Dhabi’s SAVI cluster encompasses the entire smart and autonomous mobility value chain,…

Dubai: Emirates Steel Arkan (ESA) and IBM have announced that the group will be leveraging the advanced capabilities of IBM Envizi ESG Suite software to streamline the sustainability reporting process. This will be accomplished through revolutionized data utilization and insights as part of its digitization strategy to capture value and increase productivity and efficiencies. The announcement was made on the sidelines of COP28. Collaborating seamlessly with IBM’s business partner, Gulf Business Machines (GBM), this strategic implementation of Envizi marks a pivotal moment for Emirates Steel Arkan to drive its digital infrastructure modernization efforts forward using the power of digital capabilities…