Latest Dubai News
Smart e-Gate System at Dubai International Airport proves successful
29/5/2012 -The new Smart e-Gate System, installed across the immigration entry and exit points at Dubai International, is easy, quick and efficient, said a senior official of Dubai Residency Department.
Dubai International Airport to be world’s third busiest by 2020
24/5/2012 -Dubai International Airport will grow to be the third busiest international airport by 2020, according to BAA Airports, the operator of six British Airports.
Sharjah Heritage Museum unveiled
24/5/2012 -The Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, unveiled the Sharjah Heritage Museum on Tuesday, amidst presence of several government dignitaries, senior officials and Directors of Government department and authorities and media representatives.
New campus allocated for Dubai University
24/5/2012 -The University of Dubai (UD) has unveiled plans to expand its campus in Dubai International Academic City, as part of its expansion plans.
Dubai in Guinness Records again for tallest residential building in the world
24/5/2012 -The Princess Tower, standing tall at 414 meters from base to tip, along the Dubai Marina Skyline, developed by Tameer, has been officially recognized as the Tallest Residential Building in the world, by the Guinness World Records.
Work commences on initial phase of internal road expansions
23/5/2012 -The Dubai Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded two contracts for construction of internal roads at Al Qusais 3 and Al Quoz 4 worth Dh38mn.
New IMG theme park in Dubai wins financial support
23/5/2012 -A new theme park in the City of Arabia in Dubai, developed by Ilyas and Mustafa Galadari Group (IMG), has won financial support of two major banks.
Dubai all set to unveil 12th edition of Airport Show at DICC
22/5/2012 -The most dynamic airport show will be unveiled at Sheikh Saeed Hall (Halls 1, 2 and 3) of Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC).
EIDA to complete registration process in the country by the year-end
17/5/2012 -The Emirates ID Authority (EIDA) agreed that it aims to finalize the registration of 95 percent of population in the country by end of the year.
Dubai GDP to grow by 4 to 5 percent in 2012
14/5/2012 -The GDP in Dubai will grow by around 4 to 5 percent this year, fuelled by strong performance of trade and non-hydrocarbon sectors, an official in declared in Dubai last week.
UAE to be potential destination for medical tourism
14/5/2012 -The medical tourism worldwide will grow into a $100bn industry this year, with UAE having the potential to gain a considerable share of it due to excellent infrastructure, standard quality healthcare and competitive pricing, said a senior official at RAK hospital.
Work on Business Bay Canal to be completed within 2 years
14/5/2012 -Work on the Business Bay Canal in Dubai is under progress, which, on completion, will be connected to the sea, with the whole project taking two years for completion.
New e-gateway system to hasten immigration at UAE-Oman border next year
7/5/2012 -The new e-gateway system, to be implemented next year at the Hatta crossing (Oman-UAE border), will make the immigration process faster and easier at the UAE-Oman border.
Dubai residents urged to renew ID cards before May-end deadline
3/5/2012 -The Emirates Identity Authority (EIDA) has urged Dubai residents to renew their cards by May-end.
UAE considered as model for growth and prosperity
3/5/2012 -Majority of Arab Youth are looking up to the UAE, as a model for growth and prosperity, and are optimistic about their future in their own countries, revealed latest Arab Youth Survey.
Major deal signed to develop under-sea hotels in the region
3/5/2012 -Drydocks World, an international firm in the field of ship repair, has signed a major deal with BIG InvestConsult, a leading Swiss firm, to develop undersea hotels across the region.
Dubai-RAK Road link to be ready by 2014
30/4/2012 -A Dh600mn project, aimed at connecting the Dubai Bypass road to Ras Al Khaimah Bypass, is likely to be ready by early 2014.
Dubai leisure market shows significant recovery in 2012
30/4/2012 -According to Dubai-based Jumeirah Group, a luxury hotel operator and subsidiary of Dubai Holding, the beach-front resorts recorded an occupancy rate of 84.
Dubai to lead economic growth in the UAE by 2013
26/4/2012 -Dubai is moving into complete recovery, and is expected to bring about real growth in UAE economy by 2013, revealed the latest Western study.
New Information Zones, smart e-Gate facility, for Dubai Airport terminals
26/4/2012 -Dubai Airports has launched integrated Information Zones in three terminals of Dubai International Airport, as a replacement of traditional information desks, thereby enabling passengers to navigate their way around the airport.
Abu Dhabi municipality re-names Sowwah Island as Al Mayar Island
19/4/2012 -The Abu Dhabi Municipality has announced that Sowwah Island has been renamed as Al Maryah Island.
Burj Khalifa, home to first ever online real estate auction in Dubai
19/4/2012 -Burj Khalifa, one of the tallest buildings in the world, has won several accolades so far, and now, the latest being that it is home to the first ever online real estate auction in Dubai.
Dubai Municipality launches Heritage Week event
16/4/2012 -The Dubai Municipality has launched the Heritage Week in Dubai yesterday, at the Falcon Museum in Nad Al Sheba, to depict the rich heritage of the emirate.
Tenancy contracts mandatory for sponsoring family
16/4/2012 -A top official at the Interior Ministry has strictly emphasized that the tenancy contract is a must when seeking to sponsor family members on their own residency visas.
