Experts call for smart, safe and sustainable buildingsLeading regional decision makers and experts have called for the development of smart, safe and sustainable buildings across the Middle East region at a key industry event held in Dubai. The Middle East Facades Summit was held on More… |
Iata, Afraa sign MoU to advance aviation in AfricaThe International Air Transport Association (Iata) and The African Airline Association (Afraa) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deepen their cooperation. The MoU was signed by Alexandre de Juniac, Iata&rsq More… |
Traveller saved at Dubai airport recovering wellA first-time Pakistani visitor to Dubai whose life was saved by a Dubai Airports’ employee after he collapsed due to a heart attack at the airport last week is recovering well at the Rashid Hospital. Representatives from Dub More… |
Emirates, Etihad among world's safest airlinesUAE-based carriers Emirates and Etihad Airways have been ranked among the safest airlines on earth, according to an annual study of the world’s biggest airlines. Data released by AirlineRatings showed the two carriers leadin More… |
Abu Dhabi is the 'safest city in the world'Posting the lowest crime index of just 13.54, and the highest safety index of 86.46, Abu Dhabi has been named the safest city in the world, said a report. The results were released by Numbeo, a website that curates and collates da More… |
Enjoy a 'secure' holiday with MastercardWhatever travellers are looking for from their vacation this holiday season, whether it’s sunshine, relaxation, adventure or exploration, having an experience that is hassle free, secure and enjoyable will be high on anyone’s priorit More… |
UNWTO upbeat on Egypt’s tourism sectorThe World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), a United Nations specialised agency, has expressed confidence in the recovery of tourism in Egypt and dubbed it as a safe, attractive and leading travel destination. A United Nations special More… |
Safco plans maintenance at ammonia, urea plantsSaudi Arabia Fertilizers Co (Safco) plans to shut production at some of its ammonia and urea plants in Jubail for maintenance this year, it said in its annual report. The company, a unit of Saudi Basic Industri More… |
Global aviation had fewer accidents in 2015 : IataThe number of air accidents and resulting fatalities dropped in 2015 from the previous year, and was well below the five-year average, the International Air Transport Association (Iata) said on Monday. Some 68 accidents occurred l More… |
EGA achieves zero LTI from heat-related illnessesEmirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has achieved zero lost time injuries (LTI) from heat-related illnesses this year, following its 'Beat the Heat and Be Safe' programme. The initiative – launched in More… |