Author: Kasun Illankoon

Luxury residential property developer Seven Tides is heading to Mumbai to showcase two properties from its SE7EN brand to India’s investment community at the Dubai Property Show, which will be taking place at the Bandra Kurla Complex, from December 7-9. Seven Tides will be promoting recently launched SE7EN City JLT and the developer’s third project on Palm Jumeirah, SE7EN Residences The Palm at the show. Last year the Mumbai-based property show generated AED1.8 billion ($490.1 million) worth of enquiries and attracted over 5,000 international high-net worth investors during its event. Abdulla bin Sulayem, CEO, Seven Tides, said: “India ranks as…

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Kuehne + Nagel UAE, one of the pioneering international logistics companies which established a regional hub in Dubai South in 2006, has opened its new warehouse extension in the Logistics District. H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) and Chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation (DACC), led the inauguration of the new warehouse, which highlights the company’s milestones in the UAE, having established its presence in the country for 40 years. The new warehouse is intended for high-value industries that the company serves in the UAE and the region, furthering boosting Dubai’s…

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Cundall’s New Dubai Office, one of Dubai’s leading WELL registered project, marking a symbol of commitment to health and well being in design. It is an expression of our belief that design should inspire a creative, healthy and collaborative workplace. From a cantilevered bench and lighting made from recycled plastic tubes to siting/standing desks and a ceiling designed with the latest parametric modelling technology, the space speaks for itself. Leading by example in delivering an innovative WELL workspace, the office has been designed with the aim to showcase and promote Health & Wellbeing agenda across MENA region and to inspire…

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Emirates SkyCargo announced that it has monitored nearly 823,000 shipments using Cargo iQ guidelines in the first six months since it received certification. According to data published by Cargo iQ, Emirates SkyCargo is one of the largest air cargo carriers for the total number of shipments tracked using Cargo iQ metrics and the carrier has regularly achieved an exceptional on-time delivery rate for cargo. “For Emirates SkyCargo, Cargo iQ is important to deliver better value to our customers by delivering their shipments at the committed time. The Cargo iQ paradigm is also transforming the way we interact with service providers…

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Residential and infrastructure projects are driving the growth of Dubai’s construction sector and this trend is expected to gain momentum in the lead up to Expo 2020 Dubai, new analysis released by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed. The analysis, based on recent data from Dubai Statistics Center and Haver Analytics, found that the residential segment accounts for 43% of total projects in the pipeline in Dubai over the 2014-2022 period. According to the findings, Dubai’s construction sector contributed an estimated 6.3% to the emirate’s GDP in 2017, as work on several government-led projects commenced during the year,…

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TSSC is participating at the 39th edition of the largest and most influential construction event in the Middle East themed this year ‘Shaping the Future of Construction’, in line with its continuing initiative to promote its latest building materials products and technologies and secure new partnerships, boost investments and network with leading professionals from around the world.

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HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman, Dubai Aviation City Corporation, Chairman, Dubai Airports and President, Dubai Civil Aviation, today officially inaugurated Aloft Dubai South – the first hotel to open in the airport City – Dubai South. The opening ceremony was attended by HE Eng. Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman, Dubai Aviation City Corporation, along with Alex Kyriakidis, President and Managing Director, Middle East and Africa, Marriott International and Aditya Rajaram, Managing Director, Radar Holdings and other senior officials. The opening of Aloft Dubai South represents one of the first milestones towards the goal of creating the new city’s landmarks,…

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The relationship between the two powerhouse companies began in January 2018 when they partnered to provide finished vehicle logistics services to Almajdouie Auto (MMC), the importer of Hyundai in Saudi Arabia. In its second phase, the joint venture plans to offer a full range of finished vehicle services to the Saudi Arabian market and will officially launch operations in the first half of 2019. “We are very pleased to announce a 50-50 JV agreement with Almajdouie Logistics,” commented Luc Nadal, CEO of GEFCO Group. “The new JV will benefit from MLC’s strong position in the market and GEFCO’s experience in providing smart and flexible supply…

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