EGYPTAIR took delivery of its first A321neo from Airbus’ Delivery Centre in Hamburg, making the airline the first African aircraft operator. EGYPTAIR has specified a high comfort, two-class configuration with 16 Business class seats and 166 Economy class seats and will increase the airline’s single-aisle capacity to the Middle East, Africa and Europe. The aircraft is on lease from AerCap and is powered by CFM engines. The A321neo is the largest-fuselage member of Airbus’ best-selling single-aisle A320 Family and brings a 20 per cent reduction in fuel consumption and emissions per seat compared with previous generation competing aircraft. This enables…
Author: Vibha Mehta
Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has been named a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cloud Database Management Systems (DBMS) for the third consecutive year in 2022, as well as a Challenger in its Magic Quadrant™ for Network Firewalls for the second successive year. Alibaba Cloud believes the recognition shows its strengths in Cloud DBMS and Network Firewall offerings. The reports identified the most relevant providers in particular markets and evaluated their Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute based on various factors. Delivering cloud database management systems The diversity…
The Government of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) has announced its intention to launch RAK Digital Assets Oasis, the world’s first free zone dedicated to digital and virtual asset companies. The announcement was made today at Blockchain Life 2023. Commenting on the new free zone, Sheikh Mohammed bin Humaid bin Abdullah Al Qasimi, Chairman of RAK ICC, and Chairman of RAK Digital Assets Oasis, said, “We are proud to further the UAE’s position as a primary destination for innovation with the launch of RAK Digital Assets Oasis. We are building the free zone of the future for the companies of the future. As…
As the UAE prepares to host COP 28 later this year, smart mobility solutions, such as on-demand public transportation, spearhead the nation’s ambitions for a decarbonised future. Leading transport services provider United Trans, a subsidiary of Alserkal Group, is transforming regional transportation with its revolutionary on-demand bus service in partnership with local authorities such as Dubai RTA, Abu Dhabi ITC, and Ajman Transport Authority. The UAE’s transport sector is dominated by personal car use, and passenger vehicles are responsible for approximately 15 per cent of the UAE’s carbon emissions. According to a study by Boston Consulting Group, on-demand public transportation…
Swisslog Middle East is an intralogistics company that offers customers in a variety of industries, including food and beverage, retail, e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, spare parts, third-party warehouses and distribution centres, and robot-based and data-driven automation solutions. David Dronfield, General Manager of Swisslog, will join us on our panel discussing ‘Transformation With The Adaptation of Automation.’ David has more than 35 years of experience working in the warehouse automation industry. David oversees expanding Swisslog’s regional clients, raising awareness of the need for expertly integrated warehouse automation systems, and assisting companies by offering unique solutions that give them a competitive edge. He also…
In a move that reinforces the UAE’s status as a global manufacturing and export hub, Al Barakah Dates announces plans to expand its presence in India. The market-leading dates processor will process and export over 30,000 tonnes of bulk raw material from its factory in Dubai Industrial City, a member of TECOM Group PJSC – to promote UAE-farmed and produced dates and date derivatives. The joint venture with India-based leading food processing firm Candor Foods Pvt Ltd was announced today, February 24, 2023, at a signing ceremony at Gulfood 2023. It comes from the UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)…
CNNB Solutions is one of the experts in managing online retail, offering complete management services that cover website development, sales optimisation, and administration in addition to marketplaces and online shops. The team includes e-commerce professionals who would begin their connection with their clients by offering consultation and pursuing a cooperative approach. This is then connected to the necessary technology and put into practice with reliable outcomes for the brand’s online sales success. According to Nicolas Bruylants, Chief Vision Officer and Co-Founder of CNNB Solutions, “We are partnered with the industry leaders in payments, warehousing, logistics, last-mile deliveries, and online marketplaces…
While conflict, natural disasters and factory closures have severely impacted the supply of global food products, DP World maintains a robust food supply chain in the Middle East and beyond through state-of-the-art infrastructure and unmatched digital trade solutions. Abdulla Al Hashmi, the Chief Operations Officer for Parks & Zones at DP World UAE, explains the company’s key role in securing the food supply chain. Al Hashmi, Chief Operations Officer for Parks & Zones at DP World UAE, said, “The National Food Security Strategy 2051, launched in 2018, played a massive role in supporting the country’s progress towards ranking first in the…
Dukes The Palm, a Royal Hideaway Hotel operated by Barceló Hotel Group, is positioned on the Palm Jumeirah and is well-liked by both visitors and locals of the emirates. Popularity brings a colossal name to manage, which necessitates effective supply chain management. Here is everything you would like to know about managing this opulent property… What are the primary considerations for logistical operations to ensure the hotel runs smoothly? Effective logistical operations play a pivotal role in the success of the modern-day hospitality industry in achieving operational efficiency. The vital function of logistical operations is to meet customers’ needs by…
The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) and the Emirates Defense Companies Council (EDCC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to bolster local defence industries and promote exports. His Excellency Omar Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary of MoIAT, signed the MoU with Mona Al Jaber, Chairwoman of EDCC. The signing ceremony took place on the sidelines of the International Defense Exhibition (IDEX 2023) and was attended by His Excellency Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, Major General Dr Mubarak Saeed Ghafan…