Dubai, UAE – Apparel Group proudly announces the arrival of Off/Price to the UAE market, marking the regional debut of a fresh retail concept tailored for Brand aspirational-value driven fashion lovers. Known for its curated mix of global brands at unbelievable prices, Off/Price transforms everyday shopping into a thrilling experience—where discovery meets affordability. The concept delivers an ever-evolving selection of fashion, footwear, accessories, and handbags from globally loved names including – Calvin Klein, ASICS, Adidas, Skechers, Tommy Hilfiger, Steve Madden & Birkenstock—offered at surprisingly low prices. With a strategic vision to open 100 stores across the GCC over the next three…
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The 28th edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) kicks off tomorrow, transforming the city into a 66-day summer playground with the most-value packed programme ever from 27 June to 31 August, 2025. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), DSS 2025 promises a summer well spent for everyone with thousands of offers and things to do, see, discover, and explore. For the first-time ever, DSS brings a brand-new shopping experience with three themed shopping seasons to keep the city buzzing all summer long, together with show-stopping headline concerts, live entertainment, world-class gastronomy, and much more. The first wave of flash sales and mega raffles commences with Summer Holiday Offers from 27…
Dubai: The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR), in partnership with SHL Middle East, hosted a graduation ceremony for 100 HR professionals from various government entities. These individuals had successfully completed a specialised training program focused on enhancing the capabilities of HR specialists within Dubai Government in the areas of talent management and analytics. The event witnessed participation of officials from DGHR, SHL, and a number of partner government bodies. The ceremony highlighted the strong collaboration between DGHR and SHL Middle East, which was formed to provide dedicated consulting and training services in the field of human resources. This partnership is…
As part of its comprehensive expansion strategy, Darna for Real Estate and Construction has unveiled a new visual identity under the name DRC – Darna for Real Estate & Construction.This rebranding initiative is aligned with the company’s broader strategic vision to reinforce its footprint in Egypt’s real estate market, unlock new growth opportunities, and broaden its portfolio of current and upcoming projects.Mohamed El-kot, Chief Development Officer at DRC, stated that the introduction of the new identity represents a significant strategic milestone in the company’s evolution. He explained that the rebranding reflects a more progressive and innovative approach, marking the start…
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated expansion of Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, officially opens to the public as of July 1. This monumental phase of the waterpark’s development, spanning 13,445sqm, significantly enhances its world-class offerings, introducing a “Lost City” theme, a continuation of the park’s original story ‘The Legend of the Lost Pearl’, with more than 20 new exhilarating rides, slides and experiences, alongside a new dining experience, packed with splash-filled fun for guests of all ages. With this expansion, Yas…
Kuwait – Kuwait Financial Centre “Markaz” has received five distinguished awards from three of the world’s most renowned financial platforms: EMEA Finance, Euromoney, and MEED, for its excellent performance in 2025. These recognitions highlight Markaz’s established position as a trusted regional institution, known for delivering integrated investment solutions, driving innovation, and maintaining consistent, high-quality institutional performance. The awards were granted based on a comprehensive evaluation process combining both quantitative and qualitative criteria, including financial performance, operational effectiveness, execution quality, and strategic market positioning. The assessment also considered Markaz’s innovation in crafting tailored investment products and services, as well as the added…
Dubai – Expo City Dubai, in partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission (IUCN SSC), have established the world’s first Centre for Species Survival (CSS) dedicated to fungi – one of the most critical gaps in biodiversity conservation, with untapped potential for solutions in areas including carbon storage, ecosystem resilience, plant health and nutrient recycling. IUCN is the world’s largest and most influential environmental network, dedicated to conserving nature and harnessing the solutions nature offers to global challenges. Its flagship IUCN Red List of Threatened Species is the authoritative source on extinction risk, shaping conservation policies worldwide.…
Cairo (Egypt). ACCIONA, in a consortium with the local company DHCU, has been selected by the Construction Authority for Potable Water and Wastewater (CAPW) in Cairo (Egypt) to carry out the operation and maintenance for eight years of Phase II of the Gabal El Asfar wastewater treatment complex. The contract, awarded for €35 million, covers the execution of various rehabilitation works and upgrades on two plants of the complex, each with a capacity of 500,000 m³ per day. Gabal El Asfar is the largest wastewater treatment facility in Africa and the Middle East, and the third largest in the world in…
Dubai, UAE – The former MAN Energy Solutions is now operating under the new name of Everllence as it continues writing a new chapter committed to global decarbonisation and sustainable energy solutions. The new identity reflects the company’s evolution from traditional engine manufacturing to a provider of integrated sustainability solutions for hard to abate industries such as shipping, energy, and industry, with a particular focus on the GCC. Already a key partner invested in the GCC for more than 50 years, Everllence launches with the aim to deepen its support of heavy industry-centred GCC nations in their ambitious and world-leading energy…
BOSTON – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has unveiled its first national biotech accelerator program at the BIO International Convention 2025 in Boston, marking a major step in the Kingdom’s efforts to drive innovation and foster global collaboration in the life sciences sector. Developed in partnership with US-based BioLabs, the program aims to support emerging Saudi biotech startups by providing access to advanced laboratories, expert mentorship, and international research networks. The initiative is the first BioLabs collaboration in the Middle East and will run over a seven-month period, offering structured tracks to help startups scale and commercialize cutting-edge solutions. The program…