flydubai signs MoU with Emirates Aviation University to launch Flight Dispatcher Cadet Programme for Emirati Talent - flyd...

flydubai signs MoU with Emirates Aviation University to launch Flight Dispatcher Cadet Programme for Emirati Talent

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 17 February 2026: flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Aviation University to collaborate on the launch of a Flight Dispatcher Cadet Programme, marking an important initiative in the airline’s long-term commitment to building in-house aviation capabilities and further developing its national workforce. The MoU was signed by Nasser Binkherbash, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at flydubai, and Professor Ahmad Al Ali, Vice Chancellor of Emirates Aviation University. Hamad Obaidalla, Chief Commercial Officer at flydubai, and Mick Hills, Chief Opera

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Future lab leaders compete for top prize at LabQ at WHX Labs - future leaders

Future lab leaders compete for top prize at LabQ at WHX Labs

Students from Gulf Medical University secured first place, demonstrating exceptional pathology and laboratory medicine expertise Educational Institutions from the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar participated in the inter-college quiz competition WHX Labs concludes today at Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 February 2026: Final-year laboratory science students competed at the third edition of LabQ, an inter-university quiz competition held yesterday at WHX Labs. Students from Gulf Medical University won the top prize and were praised by the panel for demonstrating exceptional knowledge in pathology and laborator

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The first phase witnessed strong competition with the participation of 156 teams in 322 matches Launch of the Second Phas...

The first phase witnessed strong competition with the participation of 156 teams in 322 matches Launch of the Second Phase of the University Games Championship for the 2025–2026 S

H.E. Sheikh Suhail bin Butti Al Maktoum: The momentum of matches and the high competitive standards in the University Games reflect the development of the university sports experience and reinforce its role in discovering national talent. The second season of the championship sees the participation of 47 universities and more than 2700 male and female students, with a growth rate exceeding 68% compared to the first season. The current season extends for more than seven months and includes two qualification phases, followed by quarterfinals and semifinals, leading up to the finals in May 2026. The season includes six championships fo

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RTA Launches “Executive Leadership” Programme in Partnership with the University of Arizona - launches executive

RTA Launches “Executive Leadership” Programme in Partnership with the University of Arizona

Programme features applied modules and case studies drawn from global best practices Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 21st January 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with the University of Arizona, has launched the “Executive Leadership” Programme. The programme aims to develop the skills of executive leaders and directors, empower them to make strategic decisions, and enhance execution efficiency. It aligns with the rapid global transformations in the smart mobility sector and emphasises RTA’s ongoing commitment to developing national leadership and strengthening future readiness. The

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EAU's 36th graduation ceremony welcomes 379 skilled professionals into the aviation workforce - eau's graduation

EAU’s 36th graduation ceremony welcomes 379 skilled professionals into the aviation workforce

26,500 graduated to date with an employability of 94% 13 January 2026, Dubai, UAE: At its glittering 36th graduation, Emirates Aviation University (EAU) celebrated the accomplishments of a highly skilled class of 379 students. More than 26,500 students have graduated from EAU to date with the university boasting a 94% employability rate, demonstrating its ongoing contribution to the aviation and technology talent pipeline. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, and Chancellor of the EAU conferred the graduates with their well-earned certificates. He said: “As the

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Dubai Future Foundation Backs 26 Research Projects under Dubai RDI Grant Initiative - dubai future

Dubai Future Foundation Backs 26 Research Projects under Dubai RDI Grant Initiative

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced its support for 26 research projects led by 14 universities and academic institutions in Dubai, marking the conclusion of the second cycle of Dubai Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Grant Initiative. The Initiative forms part of Dubai RDI Program under the Dubai RDI Ecosystem, which was formed as per the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation. The Ecosystem is overseen by the Dubai Future Foundation and

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British Council launches new UAE initiative to champion women leaders in education - british council

British Council launches new UAE initiative to champion women leaders in education

New programme launched in partnership with the British Embassy in the UAE as part of the British Council’s Alumni UK initiative First event in a series hosted at Middlesex University Dubai under the theme ‘Women Leading Education: Inspiration, Impact & Global Learning Participation from leading UAE universities, including Middlesex University Dubai, Khalifa University and Heriot-Watt University Dubai, as well as The Dawood Foundation and members of the Alumni UK community 11 December 2025 The British Council, in partnership with the British Embassy in the UAE, has launched a new initiative to champion women leaders in education

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Congratulates Professor Abbas El Gamal for Winning the Great Arab Minds 2025 Engineering and Technology Award

Dubai, 09 December 2025: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated Professor Abbas El Gamal on recieving the Great Arab Minds 2025 award in the Engineering and Technology category. His Highness highlighted the importance of Arab innovators in advancing engineering and technology, strengthening the region’s development, and contributing to global scientific progress. In a post on X, His Highness said: “As we do every year to honour Arab researchers and innovators through Great Arab Minds, and after receiving thousands of nominations, we announce th

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UAE-based AMU alumni retrospect Sir Syed's iconoclastic vision to rekindle the current education system at a grand event i...

UAE-based AMU alumni retrospect Sir Syed’s iconoclastic vision to rekindle the current education system at a grand event in Sharjah

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) alumni group in the UAE marked a memorable celebration of Sir Syed Day on Saturday (22 November), at Hotel Holiday International, Sharjah (UAE), marking the 208th birth anniversary of AMU’s visionary founder. In present times, the relationship between India and the UAE touches new heights through a strategic partnership across economic, geopolitical, and cultural spheres. This year’s Sir Syed Day event was also in line with unprecedented bonding between the two great nations. The UAE is India’s third-largest trading partner and second-largest export destination. PM Modi has visited the UAE seven times ove

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