Author: Stuart

A London-based private equity firm specialising in healthcare and consumer sectors has struck a deal to take majority ownership of the Middle East and North Africa region’s largest dedicated sports nutrition manufacturing operation. Alta Semper announced it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire a controlling interest in Nature’s Rule, a UAE-based sports nutrition and dietary supplements business with production facilities in Egypt. The transaction centres on Prowell Holding, which serves as the parent entity for Nature’s Rule. The company operates what is described as MENA’s most extensive manufacturing facility devoted exclusively to sports nutrition and dietary supplements. Its infrastructure…

A UAE-based property developer has reinforced its commitment to Dubai’s premier racing season by sponsoring all eight races at the seventh meeting of the Dubai Racing Carnival, held at Meydan Racecourse on 16th January. Azizi Developments backed the Friday night card, which featured the Grade 2 Cape Verdi as its centrepiece – one of the season’s most significant contests for fillies and mares. The sponsorship marks another chapter in what has become a nine-year collaboration between the developer and the Dubai Racing Club. The evening’s racing programme showcased a diverse range of contests. Alongside the Cape Verdi, which was won…

A Dubai restaurant specialising in progressive Indian cuisine has opened its revamped outdoor terrace to diners seeking to make the most of the emirate’s temperate winter climate. Trèsind Dubai has introduced an al fresco dining option that allows guests to experience its acclaimed menu in an open-air setting, capitalising on the cooler evening temperatures that arrive between November and March. The newly refreshed terrace represents an expansion of the restaurant’s offering, bringing its contemporary take on Indian flavours into an atmospheric outdoor environment. According to the establishment, the space has been designed to accommodate those seeking a more relaxed dining…

It is easy to recognize the billionaires who thrive on headlines. They are photographed stepping out of private jets, sparring on social media, or making grand pronouncements about the future. Enzo Zelocchi doesn’t fit that mold. For a man whose global net worth has been estimated at $1.5 billion, he has kept an astonishingly low profile. His influence is felt more than it is seen, his presence recognized more in the circles that track power than in celebrity culture. Ask around on Wall Street or in Singapore’s financial district, and you will hear his name. Analysts in London are studying…

BHM Capital Financial Services, one of the UAE’s leading capital markets institutions, has finalised its AED 200 million capital increase, bringing its total share capital to AED 400 million. The increase was achieved through a rights issue to existing shareholders, which attracted significant interest, with demand exceeding the number of shares available. The decision to raise capital was approved at the General Assembly meeting on 21 April 2025, where shareholders voted unanimously to increase the company’s capital from AED 200 million to AED 400 million via the issuance of 200 million new shares at AED 1 per share. The additional…

Majesty superyachts enjoyed a remarkable week at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival, with multiple sales concluded and, on the final weekend, two significant accolades collected at the World Yachts Trophies. The honours went to the Majesty 100 Terrace and the Majesty 112 Terrace, both developed in collaboration with Dutch design firm Phathom Studio. The Majesty 100 Terrace received the Best Evolution award, recognising its innovative approach to redefining life on board within the 32-metre class. First unveiled as a concept at last year’s Cannes Yachting Festival and brought to market in record time this July, the model features a distinctive…

As the summer heat fades, Mi Amie, Dubai’s renowned outdoor lounge and dining destination, is back to welcome guests for another season. Located in the shadow of the Museum of the Future, the venue combines high-end cuisine with vibrant, Miami-style entertainment, including its signature outdoor dinner shows, buzzing ladies’ nights, and relaxed golden hour sundowners. Starting this September, visitors can expect a packed calendar of experiences. Tuesdays are dedicated to ladies’ night, while brunch lovers can choose from Thursday and Saturday events. Guests can also enjoy daily golden hour offerings, pairing sunset drinks and bites with the venue’s chic atmosphere.…

Sharjah will welcome storytellers from around the world as it stages the 25th edition of the Sharjah International Narrator Forum (SINF). Opening on 22 September and continuing for five days, the silver jubilee edition takes place under the theme “Tales of Travellers.” This milestone year will see more than 120 narrators from 35 different nations come together, highlighting the enduring craft of storytelling and showcasing accounts of exploration and journeys through time. Audiences can look forward to a rich cultural programme of live performances, exhibitions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions, offering opportunities for storytellers, academics, and visitors to connect. Among the…

When the pandemic brought an abrupt end to her career as a flight attendant, Tamara Cortan considered which industries were still active. One in particular stood out. While much of the globe had slowed, property in the UAE continued to thrive. She decided to give it a try. “It’s easy to start, but hard to stay”, she says. After obtaining her licence and beginning the painstaking task of learning the business, Tamara built a new career in real estate. Today she is part of Crompton Partners, a British-led, multi-award-winning agency in Abu Dhabi, where she has become known for her…

A father’s determination to provide better care for his neurodivergent child has culminated in international recognition for a UAE-based health technology company that is transforming how autism and ADHD are detected and managed in children. Jade, the health tech firm founded by data scientist Ronaldo Lima Cohin Ribeiro, has secured the 2026 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Health category, announced on 14 January in Abu Dhabi. The accolade comes with a US $1 million prize fund and acknowledges the company’s innovative approach to making evidence-based neurodevelopmental care accessible to families worldwide. Ribeiro’s personal experience as the parent of a neurodivergent…