Logistics

UAE, Eurasian Economic Commission to enhance economic ties as non-oil trade hits $13.7 billion in H1 2024

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi met Andrey Slepnev in Moscow lately to discuss expanding UAE-Eurasian trade and investment 

UAE celebrates 94th Saudi National Day, reinforcing fraternal ties as non-oil trade soars to $280.96 billion from 2014 to 2023

The fraternal ties between the UAE and Saudi Arabia exemplify a unique model of collaboration

RAKEZ boosts UAE-India economic ties, collaborates with CEPA Council

India is a key market for RAKEZ, which is already home to over 6,000 Indian investors

AD Ports Group signs agreements with two UAE banks to refinance $2.25 billion debt

The two new lending facilities also extend debt maturity to 2026 and beyond

Oman-China trade exceeds $27 billion in 2023, enhancing economic ties and investment opportunities: OCCI

Al Saadi pointed out that the private sectors in both nations are crucial to driving mutual partnerships 

ITS World Congress 2024: Bridgestone showcases latest innovations, green mobility solutions

Bridgestone highlights sustainable mobility by focusing on accelerating the adoption of EVs and other eco-friendly transportation solutions

Etihad Airways marks 20 years of linking India to Abu Dhabi and beyond

The carrier boosted seat capacity from Abu Dhabi to India by adding flights to Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Kolkata 

Etihad Cargo, SF Airlines strengthen UAE-China trade with joint venture commitment

Key aspects of the joint venture include greater aircraft capacity, improved transit times and interconnected networks

VERSES AI, Analog launch smart city pilot in Abu Dhabi to optimize taxi fleet management

The project aims to simulate taxi fleet management in Abu Dhabi using the Genius platform

AD Ports Group’s 2023 highlights: 5,000 tons of CO2 saved, 124 CSR projects launched

The Group achieved 7 percent drop in electricity consumption, 174 percent increase in recycled waste

Sheikh Hamdan issues decision appointing CEO of Strategy and Corporate Governance at RTA

This decision takes effect immediately and will be published in the Official Gazette

Oman’s merchandise exports grow 6.7 percent to $30.32 billion in June 2024

The value of Oman's crude oil exports amounted to OMR5.134 billion, recording an increase of 7.2 percent

Abu Dhabi launches green bus service: Clean hydrogen and electric vehicles now on Route 65 in Al Reem Island 

The Green Bus service launch highlights Abu Dhabi's commitment to sustainable public transport 

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed to visit U.S. on Monday, further enhance bilateral ties

Sheikh Mohamed will meet with a number of U.S. officials to discuss ways to develop UAE-U.S. relations at all levels

SIF 2024: Agility, sustainability and human capital are keys to smart economies

The UAE has continued to experience healthy growth in FDI and GDP, says Chairman of the DGR in Sharjah

Emirates’ retrofitted Boeing 777s with Premium Economy rolling out to six U.S. cities

These retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft will operate direct flights to Chicago, Boston, Dallas Fort Worth, and Seattle

DP World Trade Finance, Nedbank partner to deliver working capital solutions in Africa

DP World Trade Finance implemented a supply chain finance program on its platform, with Nedbank CIB as the financer

Qatar Airways launches four additional flights from Amsterdam to meet winter demand

New flights will enable 40,000 additional passengers to travel between Amsterdam and Doha

Dubai to get electric air taxis in Q1 2026: RTA official

Electric air taxis will operate from four vertiports, Dubai International Airport, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Dubai Downtown

Dubai tops Arab world, ranks fifth globally in international shipping centre index

Dubai holds the position of the fifth strongest international shipping hub for the fifth consecutive year 

Etihad Airways passenger traffic surges 36 percent to 12 million by August 2024

As of August 2024, Etihad Airways' rolling 12-month passenger count reached more than 17 million

UAE: Aviation Future Week to be held in October

The event will gather UAE ministers, senior officials, and industry leaders from aviation, aerospace, airfreight, MRO, and logistics

Saudi-Egyptian investment protection deal to launch in two months, says PM Madbouly

The trade between Saudi Arabia and Egypt surpassed $33 billion during 2022 and 2023

UAE, Australia free trade agreement to save $160 million a year in tariffs

In 2023, bilateral investment between Australia and the UAE reached $20.6 billion