DUBAI: Change is coming to the world of air travel as the self-imposed deadline looms for a ban on all single-use plastics at the world’s busiest international airport, Dubai International (DXB). Announced by operator, Dubai Airports, earlier this year, Dubai’s two airports (DXB and DWC) will soon be free of single-use plastics in a bid to manage environmental impact. Since …

KARACHI: The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP), in collaboration with Unilever Pakistan, is organizing National Finance Olympiad (NFO) for the fifth consecutive year. It is the flagship event of the Institute and is one of the biggest Finance Competitions in the country. The competition attracts finance professionals participating as teams, from industry, firms and educational institutes from across Pakistan …

DUBAI: The newly formed International Advisory Council recently held its first meeting at the Dubai Executive Council’s headquarters where member companies discussed efforts to boost economic competitiveness and stimulate business activity in Dubai. The council, established by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, announced its plans to review existingregulation, address challenges faced by the business community in Dubai, and bring …

ISLAMABAD: GE Power hosted the Pakistan 9HA Tech Conference in Islamabad, welcoming government officials, industry experts, power plant owners and operators, consultants, and others. The event highlighted the contributions of GE’s 9HA gas turbine technology and teams in meeting Pakistan’s energy needs and strengthening community infrastructure. Access to affordable, reliable, flexible and sustainable electricity is critical to growing economies and fundamental …

DUBAI: Al Habtoor Motors customers are in for a mega season of winning as they get incredible chances to win exciting prizes this winter. Al Habtoor Motors-Mitsubishi has launched a special promotion loaded with never before prizes along with chances to win from two Eclipse Cross SUVs, Mitsubishi’s latest crossover. The other exciting prizes include staycations at Al Habtoor Polo …

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Airlines’ frequent flyer programme Enrich is rewarding members when they join local tours, activities and workshops with homegrown travel marketplace LokaLocal. Enrich members will now be able to earn Enrich Miles when they participate in LokaLocal’s tours and activities, which encompasses cultural workshops, craft classes, heritage walks, cooking classes, private dining, adventure tours and social impact experiences. …

By RAfiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates has taken off to Mexico City, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to Mexico. Emirates flight EK255, departed at full capacity with over 300 passengers, led a group of VIP guests and media on board, at 0330hrs local time this morning. Marking the importance of this new gateway in the Americas, the high profile delegation onboard …

News Desk DUBAI: Ookla, the global leader in fixed broadband and mobile network testing applications, data and analysis, recognised Etisalat for being the fastest mobile network in MENA and broadband network in GCC, Africa and Arabian region in 2019 due to its continuous efforts to invest and build one of the world’s most advanced networks. The ranking is based on analysis …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates cabin crew has been named World’s Leading Cabin Crew 2019 at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony. The event marked the culmination of the WTA’s annual search for the finest travel and tourism organisations in the world, where winners of its six regional ceremonies compete for the coveted world titles. Emirates also won …

ISLAMABAD: After expanding its presence in France, Spain, Portugal, and Malaysia, the much awaited and prospective leading Chinese smartphone manufacturer ELEPHONE was officially launched by Rock Mobile (Pvt) Ltd in Pakistan, via a press meet in which the brand also unveiled its new brand ambassador acclaimed film and TV personality Hareem Farooq. The new ambassador will be an integral part …