Cities and provinces

Urbanization needs sustainable solutions on a global scale

Over 50% of people live in urban areas today, and around 200,000 people move into cities every day. In addition to urbanization, sustainability and technology drive the development of smart cities. To accommodate the growing number of people while slowing down climate change, we need to adopt smarter, scalable solutions. Technology enables us to solve these challenges and helps make cities more...

Oulu – City on the Edge

Oulu is also an international research and development centre, with 25 000 students at two universities. One in three people have an academic degree. The collaboration between companies, the public sector and the universities is intensive, and the city bustles with innovations and opportunities. Oulu is among Europe’s youngest cities, as the average age is just 38 years. When it comes to quality...

The future begins in Southwest Finland

If you live in Dubai, you may have stepped on a little piece of Finland and not even realised it. “Some floating structures in Dubai were developed here in the Turku region,” explains Tero Piispanen, senior executive at Turku Science Park Ltd. “The Turku region is known globally from its strong maritime industry.” The Turku region is on the Finnish coast, almost in the heart of Northern Europe....

UAQ Free Trade Zone Signs MoU with NBQ to Ease Banking Operations for SMEs, Entrepreneurs and Large Enterprises in the UAE

Umm Al Quwain Free Trade Zone (UAQ FTZ) signed a strategic MoU with the National Bank of Umm Al Quwain (NBQ) to ease the Corporate Banking requirements of companies registered in UAQ FTZ forming a privileged circle of customers who can avail priority banking. The bank offers a comprehensive and versatile suite of products and services for building the capabilities of SMEs, Startups and large...

40% Off on Tickets as La Perle Turns 4

It's been 4 years since Dubai's permanent aerial and aqua show La Perle opened its doors to become a global sensation performing at its custom-made, state-of-the-art theatre in Al Habtoor City. As a token of appreciation to celebrate its 4th-year theatergoers will be able to get a 40% discount on tickets from Wednesday, September 1 until Saturday, September 11. Now is your chance to see the...

ALBA Cars Expands To Abu Dhabi With New Branch

‘No. 1 used car showroom in Dubai’, Alba Cars, has expanded with a new branch in Abu Dhabi. The new branch, located in the Marina Mall, will make it easier for Abu Dhabi residents to buy, sell and trade-in vehicles.  Alba Cars have created this new branch to service its pre-existing and well established Adu Dhabi customer base, in addition to reaching new customers.  As with the flagship Dubai...

The Ultimate Treat for Kids with La Perle's Back To School Offers

  It’s time to bring the fun beyond the classroom! Keep your kids entertained with the last chance to get our Back to School Offer: KIDS VISIT FOR FREE for every paying adult on tickets starting at 209 AED and embark on a magical journey through a world of whimsical wonders.  After-school activities no longer have to be just for the kids with our family-friendly offers. If you’re a bigger group...

The Chedi Al Bait: Making Working from Home a Luxury

Sharjah (05/07/2021): Working from home has become the new mainstream. People wake up in the morning, choose an available working space in their homes, and will most likely remain in the same position all day without distractions and no scenery to comfort a stressful day at work. The Chedi Al Bait is about to revolutionise working from home with Chedi Connect – a truly magnificent package that...

Atticus Education opened Its second branch of Blue Bird Nursery in Al Quoz

After record success with their Nad Al Hammar branch, Blue Bird Nursery is expanding with a new branch opened in Al Quoz. With the new branch, Blue Bird extends its learning-through-play principles and adherence to strict safety standards. Inspiring Learning “Our mission is to plant a love of learning by sprinkling your child’s days with inspiring, thought-provoking opportunities filled with...

Indulging in our heritage at The Chedi Al Bait this summer

Sharjah (07/06/2021): Celebrating the legacy behind The Chedi Al Bait’s success is part of our quest in keeping Sharjah’s heritage intact. What gives The Chedi Al Bait its uniqueness is the fact that the hotel was built upon 4 original homes once occupied by one of the most prominent families in the region, that of Ibrahim Bin Mohammed Al Midfa - Sharjah’s first journalist whose influence...

Growing Our Team at The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah Robert Sahyouni Joins as Director of Sales & Marketing

Sharjah (15/05/2021) - Since its inauguration in 2018, The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah has rapidly built a robust reputation as one of the finest luxury hotels in the region. This renowned establishment’s success was made possible through the contribution, savoir faire and dynamism of its team of dedicated individuals. As the hotel is expanding, new hires have been taking place and we are thrilled to...

Mint Stalk: An Agency’s Insights On How Digital Transformation Changed The Game

Over the past decade, companies around the world have started the process of digitising themselves to cope with the ever-changing and rapidly global landscape, particularly when it comes to data and automation. The terms ‘digital transformation’ have been used loosely over and over again but often, it simply comes down to how businesses utilise, implement and operate digital technology in their...