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Dubai, Abu Dhabi announce free parking, no toll fees for Islamic New Year holiday

Motorists will not have to pay public parking fees and toll charges on July 21

Abu Dhabi Real estate FDI see 363 per cent rise in H1 2023 Saadiyat Island_Image courtesy WAM

Abu Dhabi real estate sector attracts Dhs834m in FDI in H1 2023

This represents a robust rise of 363 per cent compared to the same period in 2022

Abu Dhabi Dhs10000 fine for non breaking fire safety rules Image GettyImages

Dhs10,000 fine for non-adherence of fire safety rules in Abu Dhabi

According to ADCDA, a fine will be imposed in case of the absence of a civil defence licence or a certificate of compliance with fire safety and prevention requirements

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Aldar, Abu Dhabi Housing Authority unveil Dhs8bn project on Yas Island

The project is part of Abu Dhabi Government’s efforts to develop integrated and sustainable residential neighbourhoods

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Masdar, MCG, INPEX to explore commercial-scale polypropylene production

Polypropylene, a type of plastic material, is used to manufacture everyday items such as bottles, jars and food packaging

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ADIB launches Istikrar, UAE’s ‘first’ long-term, fixed-rate home finance product

According to the bank, the product’s fixed-rate tenor offers home buyers a worry-free experience, free from any large final payment or unexpected changes in installments

Etihad A380-Abu Dhabi to London

Travelling from Abu Dhabi to London? Now you have a chance to fly on Etihad Airways’ A380

Etihad’s double-decker aircraft will fly from Abu Dhabi International Airport to London Heathrow

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Watch: India’s PM Modi lands in UAE, received by Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed

Prime Minister Modi will hold talks with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi-based Multiply Group invests $100m in EIG’s Breakwater Energy

This investment comes under Multiply+, the group’s sector-agnostic arm

UAE’s ADIB raises $750m in AT1 perpetual Sukuk.

UAE’s ADIB raises $750m in AT1 perpetual Sukuk

The issuance was met with robust demand, attracting interest from over 240 global and regional investors with the final order exceeding $7bn

EWEC secures four bids for 1,500MW Al Ajban solar project

UAE’s EWEC secures four bids for 1,500MW Al Ajban solar park

The solar farm will generate enough electricity to power approximately 160,000 homes across the UAE

ADGM issues hotel and tourism regualtions 2023 Image courtesy ADGM

Abu Dhabi Global Market issues hotel and tourism regulations

The regulations adopt some Abu Dhabi onshore tourism legislation to provide a better regulatory framework for hotels and tourism companies in ADGM

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2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix dates revealed

The official announcement from Formula One Management confirmed that the Abu Dhabi track will host the final race of the season

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ, Canada’s BMO to acquire minority stakes in Sagard

ADQ, Canada’s Bank of Montreal to acquire minority stakes in Sagard

The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter, subject to regulatory approvals

EDGE expands portfolio with acquisition of Oryxlabs

EDGE expands portfolio with acquisition of Oryxlabs

The acquisition is expected to elevate the defence group’s portfolio of advanced technology solutions

Wio Bank, ADX partner to enable instant, digital IPO subscriptions

Wio Bank, ADX partner to enable instant, digital IPO subscriptions

The bank allows its customers to digitally create an investor number on the Abu Dhabi bourse and apply for IPO subscriptions

Abu Dhabi Global Market introduces Sustainable Finance Regulatory Framework Image ADGM

Abu Dhabi Global Market introduces regulatory framework for sustainable finance

The framework complements ADGM’s existing regulation of carbon offsets, facilitating the establishment of the world’s first regulated carbon offsets exchange and clearing house

Aldar, IHC, ADNEC merge property, facilities management

Aldar, IHC, ADNEC merge property, facilities mgmt assets

The merger adds considerable weight to Aldar Estates, taking its portfolio of residential units under management to approximately 135,000

ADNOC awards Petrofac $700m contract for gas project

ADNOC awards $700m contract for gas compressor plant

The new gas compressor plant is expected to substantially increase ADNOC’s gas output from the Habshan Complex

Guests Enjoying Eid Al Adha Fireworks Image DCT Abu Dhabi

Eid Al Adha 2023: Watch fireworks for free in Dubai, Abu Dhabi at these places

Eid Al Adha fireworks are being staged across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with some locations featuring firework displays for up to five nights

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Abu Dhabi GDP shows 3.9% growth in Q1 2023: SCAD

According to SCAD estimates, Abu Dhabi’s non-oil GDP (at constant prices) surpassed the highest quarterly value of the past nine years, reaching Dhs146bn in Q1 2023

ADNOC Drilling secures $2bn offshore jack-up contracts

ADNOC Drilling secures $2bn offshore jack-up contracts

The drilling company said the awarding of the contracts follows more than $11.5bn in long-term contracts announced since the beginning of 2022

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Abu Dhabi announces free parking, no toll charges for Eid Al Adha 2023 holidays

There will be no parking fees and toll charges during the four days of Eid Al Adha holidays

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Abu Dhabi Summer Shopping Season features special Eid Al Adha deals, events

Abu Dhabi has a full calendar of experiences through the Eid Al Adha holidays and the following summer weeks

Tom Cruise jets into Abu Dhabi’s new Midfield Terminal

Tom Cruise flies into Abu Dhabi for Mission: Impossible 7 premiere

The star of the highly anticipated seventh instalment of the Mission: Impossible franchise arrived on the first flight into Abu Dhabi’s Midfield Terminal

AD Ports Group creates Khalifa Port drydocks

UAE’s AD Ports Group, Premier Marine form drydocks JV

The hub will be operated by SAFEEN Drydocks and will be fully equipped to accommodate a range of vessels

M42 and the Butterfly to empower people of determination

Abu Dhabi’s M42, The Butterfly partner to empower people of determination

The collaboration aims to foster a more inclusive ecosystem for people of determination in Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi targets 24 million tourists for 2023

Abu Dhabi plans to build on its destination offering for international tourists from cultural and heritage venues to state-of-the-art theme parks

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Eid Al Adha 2023: Abu Dhabi extends mall timings for shoppers

The initiative will allow shoppers to enjoy longer mall opening hours throughout the week

15 cool startups joining hub71 in 2023 as part of its first cohort Image Hub71

These 15 innovative startups are set to join Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 this year

The startups, part of Hub71’s first cohort of the year, originate from the UAE, US, New Zealand, Egypt, the Netherlands and the UK