It’s no secret that the Coca-Cola Arena was built to make a difference—from the very inauguration of the idea and its development by Meraas to the designing and building of the project by UAE-based construction group ASGC. The uniqueness of the project extends to its very structure, with the steel roof structure alone weighing a record 4,000 tons. The Coca-Cola Arena roof structure was built and implemented in what has been called a once-in-a-lifetime method. Undertaken by ASSENT, the steel arm of ASGC, two mega trusses each weighing 822 tons were lifted in as a whole piece using some of…
Author: Kasun Illankoon
The Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) opens for business on 20 October, 2020, offering Expo 2020 Dubai participants, partners, government entities, industry associations and event organisers access to a global stage for the six-month duration of the world’s largest meeting of minds and building on the already thriving exhibition and conferences sector in the UAE. A new 3D animated fly-through shows a world-class venue comprising 45,000sqm of space spread across two campuses, housing a theatre, auditorium, several multi-purpose halls, four suites and 24 meeting rooms, and customisable to all event needs, including large indoor concerts. Co-located at the Expo 2020 site,…
DHL Express, the world’s leading international express services provider, has partnered with Vinculum Solutions, a leader in omnichannel retailing, to simplify cross border eCommerce solutions for online brands and retailers. This will enable local eCommerce retail providers to grow their businesses by extending their reach to overseas markets through a simple, dynamic and effective solution with the potential to build an international consumer base. Domestic, locally-based eCommerce online retailers will now easily be able to sell their goods globally through Vinculum’s flagship eRetail solutions and DHL’s world renowned network of cross border delivery services. This partnership comes at a time…
The 23rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) today approved the distribution of AED 1.07 billion (US$ 290 million) as dividend to the shareholders, representing 15 per cent of the share capital being 15 fils per share. The meeting approved the report by the Board of Directors on the activities and financial position of the company, the Auditor’s report, and balance sheet for 2018. KPMG was appointed as the auditor for 2019. Addressing the assembly, Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties, said: “We are thankful to our shareholders for their support that drives our growth and…
With SE Asian countries experiencing record growth and development and setting new standards for design and hospitality concepts, Dewan Architects and Engineers is keen to actively participate in the success of these economies and to tap into the wealth of experience and expertise they have amassed during their 35 years of operation. With the vast majority of their work over the past 35 years focused on the Middle East, with key markets in UAE, KSA and Iraq, Dewan Architects and Engineers is also known for its extensive work in Europe, Africa and parts of Asia. The architecture practice is now…
Ellington, Dubai’s leading design-led property developer, marked a gala celebration with home-owners of Belgravia II, which was handed over to customers in February this year. Located centrally in Jumeirah Village Circle, the aesthetically designed Belgravia II underlines the unique design value proposition that Ellington brings to its projects. With 188 homes handed over, Belgravia II has come to life with residents moving in to an elegant neighbourhood with a choice of lifestyle amenities. The celebratory event aimed at building community spirit with residents taking part in colourful activities held at the central courtyard of Belgravia II, which features a swimming…
Careem, the leading internet platform in the greater Middle East has launched its Roadside Assistance service in Dubai, the service will later expand to additional areas in the UAE.
Condo Protego, the UAE-based IT infrastructure and information management consultancy and solutions provider, announced today that it has become a VMware Enterprise Solutions Provider, helping it to enable new digital business models in the region. The UAE’s digital market is set to grow by 21 percent to top AED 24 billion by 2021, according to a recent report by market research firm Fitch Solutions. UAE organizations are increasingly adopting the latest cloud, mobility, networking, and security solutions. By optimizing how they store, manage, and secure their data, organizations can gain new business insights to transform customer experiences. “As the digital…
The Department of Urban Planning and Municipalities (DPM) has today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at an official signing ceremony at Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2019. The MoU is an agreement with Smart Crowd Holding Ltd to promote economic growth in the UAE and encourage real estate investment through collective ownership. The partnership aims to encourage the development of innovative ideas and mechanisms in property investment that will enhance the real estate sector and help achieve a more sustainable economy. The MoU was signed by H.E. Mohamed Al Khadar Al Ahmed Executive Director – Strategic Affairs Sector of the DPM,…
An emotional journey that tells the enchanting story of humankind’s relationship with nature, and our impact on it, awaits millions of visitors to Expo 2020 Dubai’s Sustainability Pavilion, ultimately revealing the complex interconnection between people and nature that means when one suffers, so does the other. ‘Terra’ will highlight the urgency of addressing negative environmental impacts, caused in large part by human behaviour, through an engaging and personal experience that is designed to empower visitors to understand their impact on the environment and become agents of change. Terra (meaning Home Earth) will bring to life the UAE and Expo 2020’s…