Dubai Investments, a diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), has entered into a strategic agreement with Angola’s Sovereign Wealth Fund (FSDEA) to deliver large-scale real estate projects in Luanda Province, Angola. The partnership, formalised in Luanda, represents a joint vision to drive a new era of investment in modern urbanisation and sustainable development across the Angolan capital. The initial phase will focus on transforming Cazanga Island within the Luanda Archipelago into a key destination. The agreement was signed by Khalid Bin Kalban, Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Investments, and Armando Manuel, Chairman of FSDEA. The…
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• Milestone Grenadier delivered to customer in Saudi Arabia• Industry veteran Dan Balmer appointed to spearhead expansion• New Middle East & Africa headquarters launched in Dubai INEOS Automotive has reached a key milestone in its Middle East journey, celebrating the delivery of its 1,000th Grenadier 4X4 just over two years since its launch in the region. The British-engineered off-roader has quickly won over adventurers, professionals, and off-road enthusiasts across the GCC. Accelerating Regional Expansion Building on its rapidly growing global presence, INEOS Automotive is scaling up operations across the Middle East and Africa. The company has appointed Dan Balmer as…
The Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026 has extended its nomination deadline to 11 January 2026. The decision follows a strong global response, with more than 134,000 registrations received from nurses across 214 countries. Nurses worldwide can submit their nominations through the official platform at www.asterguardians.com. The award is an initiative of Aster DM Healthcare, a global integrated healthcare provider. The high number of registrations highlights the growing international profile of the award and its relevance to the nursing community. The 2026 awards ceremony will take place in New Delhi, India, bringing the programme to a new global venue. The…
Nasdaq Dubai, the region’s leading international financial exchange, has announced the listing of a USD 500 million Sukuk issued by Binghatti Holding, one of Dubai’s prominent property development companies. The Sukuk, issued under Binghatti’s USD 1.5 billion Trust Certificate Issuance Programme, will mature in 2030 and received exceptional investor interest, being oversubscribed five times with total orders exceeding USD 2.5 billion from both regional and global investors. Reflecting this robust demand, the issuance was priced at a competitive profit rate of 8.125%, significantly tightening from initial guidance. To commemorate the listing, Muhammad BinGhatti, Chairman of Binghatti Holding, rang the market…
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has confirmed that it will introduce a new exhibition format at CES 2026, the world’s largest consumer electronics event, taking place in Las Vegas from 6 to 9 January. Instead of a traditional booth, Samsung will operate a standalone exhibition hall designed to present its AI ecosystem in a more immersive way. For its annual The First Look presentation, Samsung will move away from the Las Vegas Convention Center and host its exhibition at The Wynn Las Vegas. The company plans to present its products and technologies using approaches more commonly seen in museums and art…
Sustainability Forum Middle East has confirmed National Bank of Bahrain as a Forum Partner for its fourth edition. The Forum will take place on 27–28 January 2026 at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay, under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil & Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, with support from the Supreme Council for Environment. As Bahrain’s national bank and a key institution within the country’s financial system, NBB continues to play an active role in promoting sustainability and responsible banking. The 2026 Forum will run under the theme “Advancing Alignment,…
BenQ has launched the TK705i home entertainment projector, bringing 4K viewing into everyday living spaces. Announced in Dubai on 29 December 2025, the new model is designed for simple setup and flexible use at home. It combines high brightness, accurate colour, and built-in streaming to support films, sport, and gaming without complex installation. The TK705i delivers 3,000 ANSI lumens of brightness in 4K UHD resolution. It uses BenQ’s CinematicColor™ and HDR-PRO™ technologies to support clear images and strong contrast in both bright and dim rooms. The projector also includes 8-way Smart Image Adaptation, which helps users align the picture quickly…
MGE Events, working in partnership with Experience Oman, has announced the first edition of the Dhofar Marathon. The announcement was made during a press conference held at Anantara Al Baleed Resort Salalah on 16 December. The event will run under the theme “Dhofar Moves, A Generation Growths”. The organisers describe Dhofar as entering a new phase, where sport plays a wider role beyond leisure. Running and community activity are being used to support health, confidence, and social connection. This wider movement has already engaged more than 10,000 children and many adults, helping shape a stronger culture of wellbeing across the…
OMODA&JAECOO UAE held its first official test drive for the JAECOO J8 SHS at the Dubai Autodrome on 24 December. The event marked a key step for the brand in the UAE and introduced the Super Hybrid System to the local market through on-track driving sessions. The closed-track experience brought together company teams, authorised dealer partners, and more than 40 journalists and influencers. Guests tested the JAECOO J8 SHS in real driving conditions and recorded live feedback based on direct use of the vehicle. The programme opened with a product briefing and track safety session. Attendees received a detailed explanation…
LOJEL has launched its dedicated UAE e-commerce platform in partnership with Kling Trading, its exclusive distributor in the United Arab Emirates. The launch forms part of LOJEL’s wider plan to grow its presence in the country through both digital and physical channels. The launch follows the opening of LOJEL’s first regional store at Dubai Festival City Mall one year ago. With the new website now live, customers across the UAE can access the full LOJEL range online, including new releases, seasonal collections, limited editions, and UAE-specific offers. Further Store Openings Planned for 2026 With support from Kling Trading, LOJEL plans…