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Dubai’s RTA says new number plates mandatory from 2020

The new plates will then become mandatory for January 1,2020

Emirates seeks to cut delays at Dubai airport with new application

The application, Hub Monitor, will reduce aircraft turnaround time by providing real time information

Dubai’s property market slump hits construction sector

While 865 developers were registered with the Dubai Land Department in 2018, one in four had projects currently active

Dubai editor case: Court overturns 15-year jail term, orders retrial

Dubai’s highest court rules that Francis Matthew’s case will be heard by a new panel of judges

Flydubai to expand European network with flights to Budapest, Naples

Both the routes will begin in June 2019

Emirates expands code sharing deal with South African Airways

The agreement will see the two airlines leverage each other’s route networks, cargo services and flight schedules

Dubai’s DP World seeks to quash India antitrust probe over Mumbai port-court filing

Last month, the Competition Commission of India said it suspected alleged antitrust violations by DP World and Denmark’s A.P. Moller-Maersk

Dubai’s Burj Khalifa ranked among world’s top 10 most popular destinations

World’s tallest tower has been ranked higher than Buckingham Palace in new Uber report

Dubai’s Marka CEO resigns after less than two years in the role

Benoit Lamonerie was appointed to the role in late May last year

Dubai issues 1,748 new business licences in November

The DED has issued a total of 27,609 new licences between January and November this year

Dubai judge calls for ‘tolerance’ sections to handle minor crimes

Small offences like beating, cursing, written or verbal offence and breach of trust could be handled by the sections, he said

New SME district launched in Dubai’s Al Seef

The hub will focus on SMEs in sectors including design, fashion, F&B and information technology

Top 10 things for thrillseekers to do in Dubai

While Dubai offers a variety of shopping experiences and good food, it also has some of the best thrills in the UAE

Dubai’s ENOC opens portable fuel station

ENOC plans to use the concept to serve communities with no nearby stations

Chinese firm becomes Dubai’s seventh taxi franchise

Dubai’s RTA is growing the city’s taxi fleet to meet demand ahead of Expo 2020

Dubai non-oil sector rebounds in November after hitting 31-month low

Emirates NBD’s Dubai index recorded its weakest score since March 2016 the previous month

Dubai’s Meydan One mega mall development on track for 2020 opening

The mall will feature the world’s largest dancing fountains, a 1km ski slope and a beach

Dubai Police opens smart station in Arabian Ranches

The new station will offer ‘walk-in’ services

Sharjah Chamber opens registration for Sharjah Shopping Promotions 2022

Dubai Shopping Festival lineup revealed

Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment has announced the leading deals and events

Dubai skyline

Dubai expects new visa policies to boost tourism after growth halts

Dubai Tourism director general Helal Almarri said the emirate would focus on stability in the fourth quarter “despite wider macro-economic challenges”

IHG debuts upscale Voco hotel brand in Dubai

Global operator shows conversion of Nassima Royal Hotel is well underway

Dubai committee to promote ‘positive engagement’ with international media

Dubai International Communication Committee is intended to highlight the emirate’s achievements

Dubai Holding appoints new CEO of Arab Media Group

Mohamed Sharaf has been appointed to oversee Global Village and Arabian Radio Network

Pictures: Largest Nike store in the Middle East opens in Dubai Mall

The new shop, which comes through a partnership with UAE retailer Sun and Sand Sports, spans 3,290 square metres

Dubai to waive utility connection charges for commercial, industrial firms

Dubai has announced a series of fee cuts and waivers this year to boost the economy

First hotel opens in Dubai South

Aloft Dubai South has 145 loft-inspired rooms

Free public parking in Dubai for National Day holidays

The RTA has also confirmed modified Metro and bus timings during the long weekend

Hyperloop One to premiere ride experience at US pavilion in Dubai Expo 2020

The pavilion, themed under the future of mobility, will showcase several American innovations

Revealed: List of all the major retail sales events in Dubai in 2019

A total of 18 events over 247 days will be held in Dubai next year

Dubai’s Al Habtoor says 2018 marks start of economic recovery, plans new projects

Healthcare and education are some of the ‘more promising sectors’ for investments in the UAE, he said