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DUBAI, 7th July, 2026 (WAM) — DP World’s Marine Services business, Shipping Solutions, has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of DP World Indus, a 2,500+ TEU container vessel dedicated to supporting domestic coastal trade across India. The addition of DP World Indus further strengthens Shipping Solutions’ coastal shipping capabilities in India, enhancing its ability to provide reliable, efficient, and sustainable cargo transportation between key Indian ports. By supporting the movement of cargo via coastal shipping, the vessel helps reduce pressure on road networks while contributing to more resilient and environmentally responsible supply chains. DP World’s Shipping Solutions coastal network…
For years, many professionals in the UAE followed a familiar path: build a career, save as much as possible, and postpone personal ambitions until retirement. Now, some are choosing a different route. Instead of waiting until their 60s, a growing number of young professionals are taking what has become known as a “micro-retirement”, a planned break from work lasting anywhere from a few months to several years. Some use the time to travel, recover from burnout, spend time with family, or explore a new career before returning to the workforce. The shift comes as conversations around work-life balance continue to…
Motorists in Abu Dhabi now have the chance to reduce their traffic points in the emirate under a ‘Smart Road Security’ initiative launched by the police. The Abu Dhabi Police announced an in-person platform at the Zayed Central Library in the city of Al Ain for traffic point reduction and license retrieval. The platform provides a service for drivers whose cumulative traffic points have reached the limit of 24 points to retrieve their driving licences. This can be done by registering in the programme and paying a fee of Dh2,400. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…
When summer temperatures across the Gulf rise above 45°C, cooler destinations become more appealing than ever. Here are five of the best places to visit for a refreshing escape from the summer heat. 1. Georgia (Kazbegi, Gudauri & the Greater Caucasus) If you’re looking to escape the summer heat, Georgia is hard to beat. Summer temperatures in Kazbegi and Gudauri usually stay between 10 and 20°C thanks to the high elevation of the Greater Caucasus. You might not expect it, but even in July you can still find snow on Mount Kazbek while enjoying cool mountain breezes below. Drive along…
ABU DHABI, 7th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Quality Policy Committee reviewed progress in implementing the Abu Dhabi Quality Policy during a meeting aimed at strengthening the emirate’s competitiveness and supporting the government’s ambition to position Abu Dhabi among the world’s leading cities for quality of life, innovation and economic competitiveness. The committee discussed measures to help the advanced industry and technology sectors access global markets more efficiently while supporting the development of a competitive, knowledge-based and sustainable economy. Members reviewed progress on the Abu Dhabi Quality Policy, launched by the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC)…
TOKYO, 7th July, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC announced on Tuesday the signing of a 15-year Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with INPEX CORPORATION (INPEX), Japan’s largest exploration and production (E&P) company, for the supply of 1 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the Ruwais LNG project. The agreement was announced during a visit to Japan by Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC, and Executive Chairman of XRG, where he is leading a delegation for meetings with senior Japanese government and business leaders to strengthen…
Abu Dhabi — Abu Dhabi Government has announced the rollout of Microsoft 365 Copilot across Abu Dhabi’s public sector, equipping tens of thousands of government employees with generative AI in their daily tools as the emirate advances its bid to become the world’s first AI-native government by 2027. Through the Frontier Employee Programme, Abu Dhabi Government has recently deployed Microsoft 365 Copilot to 26,000 civil servants across 27 government entities, building on 9,000 existing licences to reach a total of 35,000. The initiative standardises Microsoft 365 Copilot as the AI productivity platform for Abu Dhabi Government, embedding generative AI capabilities into daily…
SHARJAH, 6th July, 2026 (WAM) — In a move that reflects the growing confidence of leading global industrial groups in Hamriyah Free Zone Authority, Shyam Middle East FZC, part of India’s Shyam Steel Group, has inaugurated its new manufacturing facility in Hamriyah Free Zone, Sharjah, with an initial investment of AED60 million. The project marks Shyam Steel Group’s first international investment outside India, establishing Hamriyah Free Zone as the launchpad for the Group’s global expansion strategy. The new facility will reinforce the company’s presence in the non-ferrous metals recycling and manufacturing sector while serving markets across the Middle East, the…
As the UAE’s long summer break gets underway, many parents face the same annual question on how to keep children engaged, active and away from screens without breaking the bank. For a growing number of families, the answer is sometimes hard to find. Free summer camps are filling up fast, while paid programmes can run to hundreds of dirhams a week per child, putting them out of reach for some households with two or more children. Khaleej Times spoke to UAE parents to understand how they are managing their plans for the summer. Stay up to date with the latest…
Public beaches are often associated with freedom and relaxation. But for many people with autism or sensory sensitivities, they can be among the most overwhelming public spaces. Dubai’s new sensory room at Jumeirah Beach 2 is attempting to change that. A fully equipped sensory room designed to support visitors with autism and sensory sensitivities, this is a powerful signal of what the future of accessible leisure in Dubai could look like. For many families, a beach outing is a carefree ritual. But for those with children on the autism spectrum, it can be a minefield of triggers, with blaring music,…