Dubai Airports has launched the next phase of its accessibility strategy to make Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) the world’s most inclusive airports by 2035. The plan focuses on transforming infrastructure, culture, and mindset while involving People of Determination (PoD) in shaping experiences. A new awareness campaign will feature six PoD narrating […]
Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS) has become the UAE’s first certified U-Space Service Provider (USSP), a key step in regulating drone operations. Granted by the General Civil Aviation Authority under new national UAS regulations, the certification allows DANS to manage drone traffic through a platform integrating radar, weather data, and aeronautical updates. Developed with Dubai […]
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) and Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) signed an agreement to install 208 ultra-fast EV charging points across Dubai. The first phase will launch hubs at DTC’s airport depot and Muhaisnah 4 headquarters, reducing nearly 38,000 metric tonnes of CO₂ annually. Announced during WETEX 2023, the initiative supports Dubai’s Green Mobility […]
Dubai’s RTA, in collaboration with Majid Al Futtaim Properties, has opened a new 300-metre bridge on Sheikh Zayed Road, providing direct access to Mall of the Emirates from Abu Dhabi and Jebel Ali. The single-lane bridge handles 900 vehicles per hour, cutting travel time from 10 minutes to 1. The project also upgraded roads, intersections, […]
Rashid and Latifa Schools Establishment (RLSE) will open scholarship applications on October 6, 2025 for British curriculum students entering Years 7, 8, and 9 for the 2026-2027 school year. Eligible candidates include both Emirati citizens and expatriates who are academically outstanding. Selection criteria will also consider leadership, athletics, entrepreneurship, technology & AI, creativity, public speaking, […]
Abu Dhabi has revealed its new Line 4 tram, offering a 20-minute connection between Yas Island and Zayed International Airport. The route is designed to link key tourism and residential zones, easing reliance on private cars. Trams will arrive every five minutes, and during major events, paired units can carry up to 600 passengers. It’s […]
The UAE has been ranked the country least likely to face economic instability in the World Security Report, reinforcing its reputation as one of the safest and most resilient economies. Only 29% of UAE security leaders see instability as a threat, compared to 41% regional and 44% global averages. The nation also leads in AI-driven […]
Parkin, Dubai’s leading paid parking provider, will manage parking at Dubai Sports City for 10 years, creating 3,100 new spaces across paved, unpaved, and unsurfaced areas. Construction begins in Q4 2025, with paved spaces (900) operational by December 2025 and the remaining 2,200 spaces completed by end-2026. Parking will operate Monday to Saturday, 8am–10pm, with […]
Dubai has announced the second edition of the National Month campaign, running from November 3, 2025 (Flag Day) to December 2, 2025 (Eid Al Etihad). Led by Brand Dubai in collaboration with government, semi-government, and private partners, the campaign aims to celebrate the UAE’s national occasions, strengthen identity, and inspire pride in the nation’s journey. […]
The UAE’s 900-km Etihad Rail network will soon offer passengers a smooth, scenic journey across deserts and mountains, connecting key stations, freight terminals, and depots nationwide, with extensions to Oman. The system is designed to ease congestion, enhance efficiency, and integrate with buses, taxis, and parking facilities. Passenger services are scheduled to begin in 2026 […]