DUBAI: Passenger traffic at Dubai World Central (DWC) reached 1.3 million for the first nine months of the year despite a seasonal contraction in traffic volumes during the third quarter.  Key Facts and FiguresDWC welcomed 21,926 customers during the third quarter, down -81.6% mainly due to seasonal fluctuation in traffic during the summer, taking the year to date traffic to …

ABU DHABI: The Ministry of Health and Prevention, MoHAP, today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sanofi to cooperate in implementing “Kids” program which aims to safeguard school students from diabetes. The agreement aims to enhance awareness about diabetes and the benefits of eating healthy food and engaging in physical activity among school students, as well as to encourage …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: As Emirates aircraft make their way to the Dubai Airshow site today, the airline is gearing up for the 2019 edition of the Dubai Airshow, where it will showcase its full family of commercial and training aircraft. With Expo 2020 Dubai less than a year away, Emirates is set to showcase its latest Airbus A380 and Boeing …

KARACHI: In line with its commitment to facilitating industrial and commercial customers K-Electric signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with KFC/Gray Mackenzie Restaurants International to add them to a growing list of corporate consumers who are benefiting from KE’s Centralized Billing Mechanism (CBM)/Single Billing Solution payment system. The agreement was signed by Amer Zia, Chief of Distribution of K-Electric and …

DUBAI: The UAE’s creative scene is set for a boost with the launch of an extensive programme to promote, support and elevate design and crafts across the nation and help position the sector globally, starting at Expo 2020 Dubai. The Design and Crafts Programme, launched during the region’s largest creative festival, Dubai Design Week, will offer creative, technical and economic support to …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates’ inflight comforts were lauded as it clinched awards for Best Wi-Fi and Best Food & Beverage in the Middle East at the APEX 2020 Regional Passenger Choice Awards™ held in Singapore today. The Best Food & Beverage award recognised Emirates’ regionally inspired cuisine and extensive drinks menu. Each year, more than 110 million meals are served on board …

DUBAI: GAC Motor held a brand press conference at the 2019 Dubai International Motor Show (“the Motor Show”) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Themed “Now’s Your Moment”, the automaker launched its luxury multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), the GN8 in the Middle East. The launch signals the next phase of GAC Motor’s growing expansion within the region as part of its vision …

DUBAI: At the Dubai Airshow, which runs from 17-21 November 2019, Airbus will showcase its wide range of innovative technologies, products and services from market leading commercial and military aircraft to helicopters and space systems. The Dubai Airshow is an important platform for Airbus to highlight its best-in-class products and innovative services to customers. Airbus’ continued participation at the largest aviation event …

KUALA LUMPUR: Dr. Tariq Masood, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Science of Technology, Government of Pakistan (second from left) visited Valyou Office in Malaysia. He was briefed about the recent Easypaisa – Valyou wallet to wallet remittance backed by Alipay’s Blockchain Technology.  Valyou Team members from left, Eric Yu – Product Executive, Fahad Rehman – Head of Technology and Mohsin Zaman …

News Desk DUBAI: Emirates has launched a new feature on its app called Airport maps which will allow customers to navigate seamlessly through the airport. The Airport maps can detect the user’s location (via Bluetooth and wifi) and provide point to point navigation through all touchpoints of the airport including check-in desks, Emirates lounges, shops, restaurants or ATMs in the …