In today’s fast-paced world, transportation and logistics companies face numerous challenges that require intelligent, efficient, and forward-thinking solutions. That’s where Urbi comes in, revolutionising the industry with its cutting-edge navigation, CityLens, and GIS technology solutions, bringing uplift management, improving efficiency, strategizing smart spending, and solving service complications. “Urbi’s innovative solutions are designed to transform the transportation and logistics industry, providing businesses with the tools they need to overcome challenges and thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape,” says Pavel Mochalkin, CEO of Urbi. “With our advanced navigation, CityLens, and GIS technology, we empower companies to make informed decisions, optimise operations, and…
Author: Vibha Mehta
The Kingdom of Bahrain has granted the first five Golden Licenses to projects presented by Citi, Eagle Hills Diyar W.L.L, Infracorp, Saudi Telecommunication Company (stc), and Whampoa Group. With a collective investment of upwards of USD 1.4 billion into Bahrain, the greenfield projects and expansions are expected to create more than 1,400 job opportunities within the next three years to support the Kingdom’s Economic Recovery Plan goals. The licenses were presented at the headquarters of each company to Michel Sawaya, Bahrain CEO for Citi; Dr Maher Al Shaer, Managing Director of Eagle Hills Diyar W.L.L.; Majed AlKhan, CEO of Infracorp;…
As the aviation industry prepares to gather for the Paris Air Show next week and the Dubai Air Show in November, a global survey of 325 aviation decision-makers in six countries, including the UAE, shows alignment on and investment in sustainability but recognizes that accelerated support is needed to meet the industry’s 2050 goal. The survey, conducted by Ipsos on behalf of GE Aerospace, shows an overwhelming majority of companies say they are turning sustainability words into action, with 76% of respondents believing sustainability has fundamentally changed the way the industry operates and a majority of those with sustainability strategies…
Adyen, the global financial technology platform for leading businesses, has partnered with CAFU, the on-demand fuel delivery company in the UAE, to completely optimize the payment landscape for Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) and fuel delivery services. Thanks to Adyen’s machine learning-powered solutions, CAFU safeguarded its revenue and enhanced its authorization rates. CAFU utilized Adyen’s RevenueProtect, an integrated fraud prevention solution, to strengthen its risk management capabilities. This resulted in reduced payment processing costs and mitigated the risks associated with fraudulent chargebacks. Additionally, CAFU implemented Adyen’s second solution, revenue Accelerate, to boost authorization rates and increase overall revenue by automatically…
Keolis MHI, a leading transportation company and the operator of Dubai Metro and Tram, proudly participated in the annual blood donation drive organized by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) to commemorate World Blood Donors Day. This initiative reflects Keolis MHI’s dedication to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and its alignment with the vision of establishing the United Arab Emirates as a global leader in CSR. World Blood Donors Day serves as a global platform to recognize the selfless act of blood donation and its significant impact on saving lives and improving the health of individuals. Keolis MHI acknowledges the vital role…
Pledge’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), David de Picciotto, has today announced that the climate-tech company, specialising in technology for freight forwarders, is launching an open-access freight emissions calculator. Pledge provides freight forwarders the tools they need to enable their customers to understand, report, and remove their freight emissions. The platform is built with accessibility, transparency, and simplicity. A prime calculator component is Pledge’s Clarity™ feature, which promotes transparency by creating a clear and detailed breakdown of how emissions are calculated at each leg of the shipment journey based on the Global Logistics Emissions Council (GLEC) methodology. “With…
Schneider Electric, a global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has opened a new production line in Riyadh to manufacture hardware that will contribute to Saudi Arabia’s energy efficiency and sustainability. The state-of-the-art production line will support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goal of positioning the Kingdom as a global manufacturing hub, increasing opportunities to export energy management solutions to regional and international markets. “The launch of the new production line is equipped with the latest automation technology and robotics. When it comes on stream and reaches full capacity, jobs will be available and offered to the…
Massar Solutions (Massar), a leading diversified mobility organization based in the United Arab Emirates, is pleased to announce opening of its first office in Saudi Arabia. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in Massar’s ongoing expansion across the Middle East, as it aims to become the region’s most extensive vehicle leasing and mobility group. With its deep expertise in mobility solutions, Massar Solutions has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses and individuals seeking reliable and efficient automotive services. The decision to expand into Riyadh aligns perfectly with Massar’s vision of providing comprehensive vehicle leasing, rental, passenger…
FAMCO proudly announced the launch of the first-ever heavy-duty electric truck in the Middle East, solidifying their position as pioneers in the market and their commitment to sustainable solutions in transportation. This groundbreaking achievement by FAMCO represents a significant stride towards reducing transportation-related emissions to zero, aligning with the UAE’s sustainable development strategy as the country prepares to host COP28 in November 2023. The UAE, known for its forward-thinking approach, embraces this new era of transportation with FAMCO at the forefront as the year of suitability unravels with green solutions and sustainable inventions every day. The launch event…
Bridgestone EMIA, one of the global leaders in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, highlighted the significance of electric vehicles (EVs) as a potentially sustainable solution for the automotive sector and indicated the market’s promising future in the Middle East during its participation at the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS). During the Summit held recently in Abu Dhabi, the company emphasised the rising demand for premium tyres and technologies to meet the specific requirements of the EV segment. Gaurav Malhotra, Head of Consumer – PBU Middle East and Africa at Bridgestone EMIA, said: “At Bridgestone, we are dedicated to accelerating…