DUBAI: Around nine million Indians are expected to travel to the GCC by 2021, according to the latest figures from Colliers International, as destinations throughout the Middle East prepare to showcase their latest offering at Arabian Travel Market, which is being held at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 22-25 2018. Reports from the UNWTO suggest the outbound Indian travel …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: An exquisite selection of precious jewellery, watches, gifting items and accessories attracted a record number of visitors to the Italian pavilion organized by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) at VOD Dubai International Jewellery Show (VOD DIJS). According to Gianpaolo Bruno, Trade Commissioner to the UAE, Oman and Pakistan at the Italian Trade Agency: “We have participated …

KARACHI: Metro Cash & Carry Pakistan (METRO) has been ranked as the ‘Best Place to Work’ 2017 by Pakistan Society of Human Resource Management (PSHRM), a professional association for HR practitioners, in collaboration with Engage Consulting in two categories namely; Top Quartile, and company with Over 1000 employees. METRO Cash & Carry Pakistan provides dynamic, fun, and challenging work environment …

BIZ TODAY REPORT DUBAI: The 14th edition of the biennial Dubai International Motor Show closed at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on Saturday evening, with five-day attendance of over 100,000 visitors underlining regional consumers’ enduring confidence in the automotive industry. With Dubai International Motor Show hosting over a hundred global and regional launches of new models from leading international auto …

JOHANNESBURG: Samsung yesterday launched Samsung Newsroom South Africa, a go-to source of information for consumers and the media to keep in touch with the latest technologies and innovations from Samsung. Samsung Newsroom South Africa will feature localized content, addressing the specific needs and interests of the region. Content shared on the platform will include not only the latest updates on …

ABU DHABI: Strata Manufacturing PJSC (Strata), the advanced composite aerostructures manufacturing facility wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala), has completed deliveryof its first set of A350-900 inboard flaps to Airbus. Airbus selected Strata to manufacture the A350-900 inboard flap in 2015. Located along the trailing edge of the wings,the inboard flaps are positioned next to the airplane’s body, enabling …

LONDON: British Airways’ chief executive Alex Cruz pledged today that the airline’s new £4.5bn investment programme would improve the flying experience for all customers. Reaffirming British Airways as a premium airline committed to customer choice, he outlined the unprecedented competitive pressure the company faced and voiced his determination to create a stronger national carrier to benefit customers and remain at …

DUBAI: Over 27,000 people visited and experienced the full family of Emirates’ commercial, training and executive aircraft on display at the Dubai Airshow this year.  The airline was also honoured to welcome His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai as well as crown princes, sheikhs and royals, ministers and government …

DUBAI: Volkswagen Middle East showcased the future of mobility at the Dubai International Motor Show. The brand’s central theme “Moving People Forward” was presented via the affordably innovative brand new models Teramont and Arteon, alongside BUDD-e, the all-electric concept car from the Volkswagen Group. Andrew Savvas, Brand Director Volkswagen Middle East, “Today’s presentation represents affordable, innovative solutions that move people …

DUBAI: With the launch of the all-new Mazda CX-5 at this year’s Dubai International Motor Show, Galadari, one of the UAE’s leading automobile distributors continue its journey of growth with the Mazda brand in the UAE. The second generation CX-5, considered as Mazda’s answer to customers who are looking to purchase a new SUV with power and fuel efficiency, gathered …