Autorun OJC Car Trading LLC, the official Dubai dealer for OMODA&JAECOO and iCaur, has partnered with Oasis Mall to open a new showroom. This marks the company’s second retail location and a key step in its growth along Sheikh Zayed Road. The new site supports Autorun’s goal to improve customer access and offer practical mobility options in major locations. Senior leaders from Autorun OJC Car Trading LLC and Oasis Mall attended the signing event. Guests included Mr. Ali Gorji, Chief Operating Officer, and Mr. Anoop Gopal, Senior Vice President and Head of Oasis Mall. Representatives from OMODA&JAECOO UAE, iCaur, and…
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Dubai Police have announced the opening of the Dubai Police Carnival, which begins tomorrow, Friday 9 January, at City Walk as part of the Dubai Shopping Festival. The event will run for three days, from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm each evening. It offers entertainment, practical demonstrations, and interactive activities designed to help the public learn more about policing in an open and accessible environment. Brigadier Ali Khalfan Al Mansouri, Director of the General Department of Community Happiness, said the carnival reflects Dubai Police’s focus on communication with the public and on creating shared experiences that support safety, trust, and…
Barq Group and Elroy Air have signed an initial agreement that sets the terms for a planned joint venture to manufacture and service autonomous cargo aircraft in Abu Dhabi. The agreement provides the framework for a joint venture that plans to invest US$200 million in a manufacturing facility to build the Chaparral, a hybrid-electric vertical take-off and landing cargo aircraft. Once approvals are in place, the facility will supply aircraft to commercial and humanitarian operators across the Middle East and North Africa. The venture will also offer maintenance, repair, and overhaul services. Local production is intended to support rising demand…
Following its landmark international showcases beneath the Pyramids of Giza and along Egypt’s North Coast in El-Alamein, Binghatti has expanded its global presence with the launch of its AED 2 billion Dubai development, Binghatti Skyblade, unveiled in Istanbul. The high-profile international launch was celebrated with an exclusive gala dinner at the five-star Rixos Tersane Istanbul, overlooking the iconic Golden Horn and Bosphorus Sea. The gala brought together over 2,000 distinguished guests, including investors, senior business executives, dignitaries, and cultural icons. Hosted by Hollywood star Terry Crews, the evening combined elegance and glamour, featuring a refined gala dinner set to the…
The Qode, one of the Middle East’s most influential PR and communications agencies, proudly marks its 15th anniversary this year, celebrating a journey defined by innovation, creativity, and regional growth. Since its establishment, the agency has played a pioneering role in shaping the luxury, lifestyle, and corporate communications sectors across the region. Founded in 2010, The Qode has built a solid reputation for delivering strategic, creative, and measurable campaigns for leading global and regional brands. Over the years, it has established itself as a trusted partner, known for pushing boundaries in brand storytelling and setting new benchmarks in communications excellence.…
Primrose Capital Management has received Financial Services Permission from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Abu Dhabi Global Market, allowing the firm to operate under full regulatory authorisation in the UAE. The approval follows the in-principle clearance granted earlier in 2025 and supports Primrose’s long-term plan to strengthen its presence in the Middle East. The licence also enables the firm to grow its role as a conduit for capital and investment expertise between Singapore and Abu Dhabi. The authorisation reflects Abu Dhabi Global Market’s position as a centre for both digital and traditional financial activity. It also confirms Primrose’s focus…
Pacific Prime Dubai ended 2025 with industry recognition after receiving the AXA Global Healthcare/Daman Market Excellence Award, reflecting its work across health insurance, risk advisory, and employee benefits. AXA/Daman presented the award at Pacific Prime Dubai’s office on 10 December 2025. Karim Idilby, Chief Growth Officer of AXA/Daman, handed over the award in the presence of senior leaders from Pacific Prime, including Pierre de Mirman, Global Managing Director; Michael Lavelle, Head of Individual Sales; Mark McClelland, Director of Commercial Distribution for the Middle East and Africa; and Chris Allen, Corporate Client Services Lead. Also in attendance were leadership and representatives…
In line with its ongoing strategy to establish Sharjah as a global centre for innovation and knowledge, the Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) has unveiled its refreshed visual identity. The renewed design reflects a harmonious blend of heritage and technological advancement, symbolising the park’s continuous growth and evolution. The updated identity underlines SRTI Park’s expanding role as one of the region’s fastest-growing technology and innovation hubs. It represents a dynamic ecosystem designed to inspire creative minds, foster collaboration, and support pioneering projects that contribute to shaping the future of science, technology, and innovation across the region. The…
The Hero Dubai Desert Classic (HDDC), in collaboration with Deloitte, has announced the launch of the Green Incubator Challenge, a pioneering global initiative inviting innovators to propose sustainable solutions for events. The winning concept will be implemented at the 2027 DP World Tour and Rolex Series tournament. Designed to accelerate innovation and create real impact in environmental sustainability, the Challenge is open to entrepreneurs, start-ups, students, and companies worldwide. Participants are encouraged to submit both fresh concepts and ready-to-deploy solutions aimed at transforming sustainability practices within the events industry and tackling the urgent threats posed by climate change. The HDDC…
Dubai’s strong property performance in 2025 points to a real estate market that is becoming more established, according to a leading luxury developer, as new figures show growth across both sales and the wider industry. Figures from DXBInteract show that Dubai real estate agencies rose by 39.7 percent last year, reaching 9,728. The number of registered brokers also grew by 34.5 percent to 32,317, marking one of the largest annual increases on record. Talal M. Al Gaddah, CEO and Founder of the Keturah luxury brand, said the rise in agencies and brokers signals a shift away from short-term speculation and…