Oman Freezone investment paves way for packaging growth

<p>Investment in Oman's burgeoning Sohar Freezone cluster of food processing businesses is paving the way for more food packaging and logistics businesses to make the Sohar Port their home.</p>.... Read more »

Posted on : 10/7/2015

Gartner Says Healthcare Providers in Middle East and North Africa to Spend US $2.73 Billion on IT in 2015

<p>Healthcare providers in the Middle East and North Africa will spend US $2.73 billion on IT products and services in 2015, according to Gartner, Inc. This forecast includes spending by healthcare providers (which includes hospitals and physicians' practices) on internal services, software, IT services, data center, devices and telecom services.</p>.... Read more »

Posted on : 10/7/2015

Higher oil boosts Gulf; Egypt stagnates

Dubai: Higher oil prices lifted Gulf stock markets on Monday while Egypt's bourse was sluggish after a corporate survey showed growth in business activity there slowed last month..... Read more »

Posted on : 10/6/2015

Dubai launches 'Islamic Gateway' online platform for SMEs

Dubai has launched an online platform for all Islamic economy-related industry intelligence, news, information and data needed by professionals to advance their business and fuel their innovations as well as for companies to broaden their reach..... Read more »

Posted on : 10/6/2015

DEWA first government organisation to use electric cars

<p>Dubai Electricity and Water Authority,DEWA , has added 8 electric cars to its fleet, thus becoming the first government organisation in Dubai to use electric cars in support of the Dubai Plan 2021 to make Dubai a smart, integrated and connected city that uses its resources sustainably.</p>.... Read more »

Posted on : 10/6/2015

Government support key for Islamic finance growth in UAE - experts

<p>The UAE has been ranked as having the world’s second most developed Islamic economy ecosystem following Malaysia</p> <p>Government support in terms of regulations and standardisation is key for the growth of Islamic economy in the United Arab Emirates, according to experts.</p>.... Read more »

Posted on : 10/6/2015

Go Sport to open its biggest store worldwide in Mall of the Emirates

<p>The store will feature cycling and running areas and a 10-metre volcano-shaped climbing unit</p> <p>French retailer Go Sport will open its biggest store worldwide at Dubai’s Mall of the Emirates, the company’s Middle East franchise unit Al Mana Group has confirmed.</p>.... Read more »

Posted on : 10/6/2015

Al Noor Hospitals in merger talks with South Africa's Mediclinic

<p>The potential deal would involve the issue of new Al Noor shares and may be classified as a reverse takeover</p> <p>Abu Dhabi-based hospital operator Al Noor said that it is in merger talks with South Africa-based healthcare chain Mediclinic International as it looks to expand its operations.</p>.... Read more »

Posted on : 10/6/2015

UAE's Shah gas project hits full output capacity - official

<p>The multi-billion dollar project has the capacity to produce one billion cubic feet of gas per day</p>.... Read more »

Posted on : 10/6/2015

UAE's energy investments on track: Minister

The UAE will continue with its investment programme to explore its massive hydrocarbon potential - and it won't be affected by the recent plunge in oil prices..... Read more »

Posted on : 10/5/2015