GM Middle East reports a 28% year-on-year sales increase in Q3 2025 across Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac Growing appeal among expatriates and younger drivers strengthens demand for GM’s SUV lineup General Motors has reinforced its leading position in the Middle East’s full-size SUV segment, achieving a 28% increase in third quarter sales compared with the same period last year. This growth is driven by the popularity of Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac models among a widening customer base, particularly younger consumers across the region. GM’s robust performance reflects the strength of its full-size SUV range, including the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban,…
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Al Marwan Developments has announced the launch of “District 11”, the UAE’s first business complex designed using artificial intelligence. The project introduces a new standard for smart urban development in Sharjah and across the country, representing an integrated model that blends intelligent infrastructure with a people-first approach to support business growth, community wellbeing, and long-term sustainability. It aligns closely with national efforts to drive economic diversification. The launch was marked by a high-profile event celebrating Al Marwan Group’s 47-year legacy. The ceremony drew attendance from government officials, investors, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and influential public figures, reflecting the strong economic climate…
Time is running out to take advantage of the remaining early bird tickets for the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, with special discounted pricing available only until Wednesday, 5 November. Now established as far more than a traditional golf event, the Hero Dubai Desert Classic has grown into a major occasion on the UAE’s lifestyle and entertainment calendar, offering top-tier sporting action combined with live music, family activities, excellent dining options, and a lively festival setting. Early bird General Admission passes for the weekend days, Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 January, are currently available at a 40% discount compared with the…
Tokyo Highlights Its Cultural Diversity with Global Football Manga Icon Captain Tsubasa The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau (TCVB) hosted the “Tokyo Tokyo Old Meets New – Come Discover the Culture of Tokyo” event in Abu Dhabi, marking the first dedicated Tokyo tourism and cultural promotion event held in the UAE capital. The event was attended by His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Member of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Her Excellency Governor Yuriko Koike, Governor of Tokyo; His…
SKH Private Family Office and Rotana have confirmed the AED 500 million acquisition and redevelopment of The Cove Rotana Resort in Ras Al Khaimah. Under the agreement, SKH Private Family Office will acquire and invest in a full transformation of the property, while Rotana will resume complete management and operational control for a further 15-year term beginning 1 December 2025. The collaboration signals a new chapter for one of the emirate’s most recognisable resort destinations and reflects sustained confidence in the UAE’s tourism and investment landscape. The agreement was formalised during an official signing between Mr Saqr Kamal Hasan, Founder…
Samsung Gulf Electronics took part in UAE Codes 2025 with an interactive, practical workshop titled “Coding in Action: Artificial Intelligence & Robotics,” held at Coders HQ in Emirates Towers. The event marked another step forward in Samsung’s partnership with the National Program for Coders, demonstrating the company’s dedication to developing digital skills and empowering youth across the UAE. The session introduced participants to the relationship between AI and coding in the development of intelligent robotics. Students from the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme worked on building and programming face recognition robots and autonomous line-following robots, allowing them to apply core…
From Lusail to Muscat, new future-focused urban districts are attracting international capital and opening fresh business opportunities A new wave of modern cities is redefining the Gulf’s economic landscape, positioning the region as one of the most appealing destinations for global investment. New analysis from Sovereign PPG – the GCC’s leading provider of corporate structuring and business establishment services – highlights how next-generation cities including Lusail and Muscat are drawing international investors, unlocking diversification opportunities, and reshaping the Gulf’s influence within the global economy. In 2023, the GCC recorded 1,889 foreign direct investment projects worth a combined $47 billion, spanning…
Smart and Autonomous Vehicle Industries (SAVI) cluster’s flagship gathering to spotlight future-focused technologies across air, land, sea and robotics during the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) is set to host the second edition of DRIFTx, the emirate’s leading international event dedicated to next-generation smart and autonomous mobility, from 10 to 12 November 2025. Taking place as part of the first Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week (ADAW), organised by the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC), DRIFTx will bring together global mobility innovators, technology developers, regulators and investors to explore advancements across air, land, sea and…
Dubai Investments, a diversified investment company with a 30-year operational legacy and listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), has commenced construction of a second production line at Emirates Float Glass (EFG), its wholly owned subsidiary located within Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD). The launch ceremony was attended by Khalid Bin Kalban, Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Investments, and Mohammed Ghareeb, Chief Experience Officer at KEZAD Group, alongside senior representatives from Dubai Investments, government bodies, and project partners responsible for core technologies, civil works and contract management, demonstrating a collaborative approach to the expansion. Khalid Bin Kalban, Vice…
Customers will gain direct access to noon Minutes via the Jahez app, while Jahez food delivery services will be available through the noon app The collaboration combines noon’s quick-commerce capabilities with Jahez’s network of more than 50,000 restaurants to offer faster delivery and greater choice nationwide Jahez International Company for Information System Technology (“Jahez”, or the “Group”, 6017 on the Saudi Exchange’s TASI – Main Market), a leading provider of on-demand service ecosystems in the GCC, and noon, one of the Middle East’s most prominent digital platforms and among the Kingdom’s fastest-growing quick-commerce operators, have announced a major strategic partnership…