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Expo 2020: big deficit in sustainability demands industry and academics to foster partnerships

He described the main challenges faced by the world, and stated, “There’s now a peace deficit in Europe and the numbers of refugees is rising. There’s also a big deficit in sustainability and I think that’s where academics can really play a part by working with industry. The third main deficit is a deficit of equality. The number of people living in poverty has increased for first time since...

The MENA Regional Chapter of UN PRME has collaborated with De Montfort University Dubai to establish the 9th MENA PRME Forum and Conference.

All are welcome to these free events at the DMU Dubai Campus and online. Register now for the Conference and Gala. See the event programmes here.The Conference, Forum and Gala are a collaboration between the UN PRME MENA Chapter member academics, their institutions and De Montfort University Dubai. The event will investigate the possibilities for leveraging change through responsible management...

DMU Dubai to host Open Day on March 27 for ambitious students in the UAE

Strategically located in Dubai International Academic City with a purpose-built, independent campus building, DMU Dubai welcomes students from all backgrounds and offers a perfect combination of high-quality teaching, excellent facilities and a fantastic student experience.  The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to...

DMU Dubai to host Open Day on March 5 for ambitious students in the UAE

The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to academics, industry professionals, and current students, understand application procedures and admission pathways. Future students can explore the state of art facilities firsthand, including interactive learning spaces, design studios, mechanical and electrical labs, moot...

DMU Dubai to host Open Day on March 5 for ambitious students in the UAE

Strategically located in Dubai International Academic City with a purpose-built, independent campus building, DMU Dubai welcomes students from all backgrounds and offers a perfect combination of high-quality teaching, excellent facilities and a fantastic student experience.  The sessions during the Open Day will encourage prospective students to participate in subject-specific talks, speak to...

UK Cabinet Office Minister opens new De Montfort University Dubai's engineering lab

Minister of State Nigel Adams said:  "De Montfort University's global expansion from the heart of Leicestershire in the UK to Dubai and Kazakhstan is an amazing investment that will help build global alumni. It's another fantastic UK export that is nurturing talent.  ​"It's been great to open the state-of-the-art engineering lab and congratulate the university's cricket team. I hope to see a few...

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...

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...

XLIX art project public exhibition at 2 more locations

Dubai, 07 April 2021 Griet Van den Auwelant presents XLIX, an all female artist collaboration. The grass roots art project continues it’s public exhibition tour on World Art Dubai at DWTC.  The installation of 49 concrete sculptures includes the work of 34 female artists living in the Emirates. The collaborative artwork represents women empowerment and celebrates the cultural diversity in the...

UAE homegrown Fitness brand GymNation partners with Heroes of Hope in support of People of Determination across the UAE

GymNation, the UAE’s leading gym operator, today announces the success of its partnership with inclusive sports community NPO, Heroes of Hope. The partnership was set up at the start of November 2020, to reaffirm GymNations focus on supporting UAE communities, by providing People of Determination the opportunity to excel through employment and access to fitness. The partnership comes in response...

How to start a business in a UAE Free Zone

The free zones in the UAE can be categorised into two groups—industry-specific and general-purpose. Here's to give you an idea:   Industry-Specific Free Zone Industry-specific free zone specialises to only particular or interrelated sectors. Examples of these free zones are Dubai Internet City and Silicon Oasis, which are specifically designed for the IT and innovation industries. Or, Dubai...