In what is another milestone in the development of heavy self-driving vehicles, a group of Scania experts in different fields have teamed up and developed a concept truck, which, even without the cab, has the company’s modular system at the heart of the design. As different industries look to streamline transport assignments and make them more sustainable, self-driving vehicles are increasingly being considered. Mines and large closed construction sites are examples of environments that are favourable for self-driving pilots since they are well-controlled locations. “With the Scania AXL concept truck, we are taking a significant step towards the…
Author: Kasun Illankoon
Arada has announced the launch of The Boulevard, a new residential community that forms part of its urban megaproject, Aljada. Located in the edge of the ultra-contemporary East Village district of the city, The Boulevard comprises three apartment blocks, all built within a wealth of amenities and surrounded by lush green landscaping. The nine-storey blocks are located next to Aljada’s main avenue, an elegant tree-lined street complete with shops, restaurants and cafes. Characterised by distinctive architecture and thoughtful design, these New York-style apartments boast floor-to-ceiling windows offering spectacular panoramic views, alongside hand-selected fixtures and stylish materials offered as standard.…
UPS today announced the addition of three new countries served by UPS Worldwide Express, and broadened its reach across 76 cities in the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, and Africa (ISMEA). The service has now been expanded to Algeria, Reunion and Namibia. As part of UPS’s international suite of shipping services that guarantees time- and day-definite delivery for urgent shippers, UPS has also enhanced its services with the addition of UPS Worldwide Express Freight Midday export from Oman. “UPS’s goal with these investments in our smart global logistics network is to make the global marketplace more accessible for our customers. This…
Marking a milestone achievement in the UAE maritime industry, today (Tuesday 24th September) saw the UAE Shipping Association (UAESA) becoming a full member of the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS). The signing, which took place on Day 2 of Seatrade Shiptech at the Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE, will provide a framework for closer collaboration between the two associations. The event is a part of the UAE Maritime Week taking place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. The MOU outlines the roles that UAESA and ICS will have to…
Nikken Sekkei, the leading Japanese architectural, engineering, and urban design firm will be showcasing its recent study on sustainability and wooden structures and the multi-billion-dollar W350, the tallest wooden skyscraper when completed, during Cityscape Global taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre until the 27 September. Nikken, who will exhibiting a range of tall buildings and sustainable projects they have been instrumental in designing, will also be underscoring the positive environmental impact the use of timber in construction could have around the world. Dr. Fadi Jabri, Nikken’s Executive Officer, Principle responsible for MENA, CIS, India, Australia and…
With the goal of promoting the transition toward decarbonisation of the built environment in the UAE, Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), in partnership with International Living Future Institute (ILFI), an environmental non-governmental, invites stakeholders to submit their building projects to become Zero Energy (ZE) and/or Zero Carbon (ZC) certified. EmiratesGBC and ILFI have launched the ZE and ZC certifications as a prelude to the 10th Annual World Green Building Week. The 10th Annual World Green Building Week, which is held under the theme #Building Life this year, aims to highlight the importance of reducing the carbon emissions from all stages of…
In the presence of HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), HE Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman-Dubai Aviation City Corporation & Dubai South, HE Massimo Baggi, Ambassador of Switzerland to the UAE and Bahrain, Dr. Franco Vigliotti, Project Head and Dean of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) in the Middle East, Marco Settembri, Executive Vice President Nestlé S.A. and CEO Zone Europe, Middle East & North Africa, and Yves Manghardt, Nestlé Middle East Chairman and CEO, the UAE’s largest ground-mounted private solar plant was launched…
Middle East investment in global real estate is growing faster than any other region. The world’s leading real estate advisor, Savills, revealed outbound investment in real estate from the Middle East region grew by 62% in the first half of 2019. This market insight was shared on the eve of Cityscape Global, the world’s largest exhibition and conference on property development, which is being held over three days in Dubai. Steven Morgan, Savills’ CEO Middle East said: “Middle East investors are increasingly drawn towards global real estate assets as long-term investments. That interest has translated into a sharp increase in…
Abu Dhabi-based place-maker IMKAN has joined forces with Nael & Bin Harmal Hydroexport Co LLC (NBHH) to begin construction work for phase one of AlJurf on Sahel Al Emarat (Riviera of the UAE.) The signing ceremony, which took place in AlJurf to a backdrop of pristine coastal views and the beaches of the Arabian Gulf, bordered by green forests, saw IMKAN’s CEO, Walid El-Hindi and Tony Saliba, the Managing Director of NBHH, symbolically marking the official breaking of ground at the site by making the first shovel strokes together. Walid El-Hindi commented: “Breaking ground at our second home coastal destination,…
Tebyan, the award-winning Dubai-based real estate developer of Sparkle Towers, Dubai Marina’s newest residential development, has announced the official completion of the towers with 75 units handed over and residents already enjoying five-star resort-style living. Mohamed Faraj, Managing Director, Tebyan Real Estate Development, said: “Our decision to bring this property to market has been rewarded by the unwavering demand we’ve witnessed from both international and local buyers. Sparkle Towers offers an outstanding opportunity to own a luxurious property in one of Dubai’s most sought after locations.” Located in a prominent position in Dubai Marina, and affording every resident a sea…