Author: Editorial team
JEDDAH, 3rd November, 2026 (WAM) — Al Ain defeated Saudi Arabia’s Al Ittihad 4-1 at Alinma Stadium, King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, on Monday night in the fourth round of the AFC Champions League Elite League Stage West Region. The victory took Al Ain to 12 points at the top of the standings, while Al Ittihad remained on four points. Source: Emirates News Agency
DUBAI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Land Department (DLD) has launched an enhanced Ejari service through the DubaiNow app, simplifying the customer journey and making real estate services more accessible, efficient, secure and transparent. The enhanced service brings key tenancy procedures together within a unified government platform. The enhanced digital journey lets customers create and register tenancy contracts through a single process, with the Ejari certificate issued immediately after contract approval. Customers can also renew and cancel contracts through a digital process connecting landlords and tenants through UAE PASS, supporting faster completion and greater security and transparency throughout the…
FUJAIRAH, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Fujairah’s Department of Industry & Economy discussed prospects for strengthening economic and trade cooperation with a delegation from the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO), alongside preparations for an upcoming visit by a Japanese business delegation to explore the emirate’s logistics and trade capabilities and its role in supporting supply chain efficiency and business continuity. The meeting, attended by Mohammed Obaid bin Majed Al Aleeli, Director-General of the Department of Industry & Economy in Fujairah, addressed alternative logistics and trade routes offered by the UAE and coordination of a programme of site visits for the…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — The Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA) is on track for launch in the first quarter of 2028, representing a long-term strategic investment in the UAE’s space sector, developing national talent, strengthening space industries and creating new economic opportunities. Mohsen Al Awadhi, Director of the Space Missions Department at the UAE Space Agency, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the mission has made significant progress, including the development of the EMA Lander, designed, developed, assembled and tested entirely in the UAE in less than two years. He said the lander, one…
DP World’s Shipping Solutions AMEA business is expanding its China–Africa shipping network with the launch of the China Africa Link, a new weekly service designed to strengthen connectivity between the Far East and Africa, providing customers with greater choice, enhanced market access and more resilient supply chains.Operated by Shipping Solutions, the China Africa Link is scheduled to commence in late November 2026, strengthening maritime connectivity between China and the growing markets of East and Southern Africa.The service will operate the Shanghai (China) – Ningbo (China) – Nansha (China) – Port Klang Westport (Malaysia) – Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) – Maputo…
Dubai’s Flag Garden is back in the spotlight as the city prepares for a month of National Day celebrations. Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has shared images of the beachfront installation while announcing that it will organise Dubai’s ‘National Month’ celebrations from November 3 to December 2.The programme will bring together government, semi-government and private-sector entities across the Emirate, with events celebrating the UAE, its leadership and the Union’s journey and achievements, according to the announcement.The Flag Garden is among the key attractions, alongside UAE Flag Day celebrations, the UAE Parade and a…
If Arsenal’s title rivals thought their humbling penalty shoot-out defeat by fourth-tier Fleetwood Town in the League Cup might have shaken the confidence of Mikel Arteta’s side, Sunday’s gritty 1-0 win at Liverpool would have been sobering viewing.Being knocked out by a team 84 rungs lower on the ladder was not the best way for Arteta’s Premier League champions to prepare for a trip to Anfield, especially with Andoni Iraola’s team beginning to click.Four days later, however, Arsenal’s armour-plating looked fully restored as they held Liverpool at bay and sealed a first league win at Anfield for 14 years to…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Response Plus Holding is showcasing its integrated emergency medical care solutions for oil and gas workers at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2026), through a specialised system covering onshore and offshore fields, drilling rigs and remote locations. The system combines field clinics, specialised medical teams, air and ground medical evacuation services, satellite-based medical communications, command and control systems, and emergency response training programmes to support worker safety and enhance the efficiency of handling medical cases across different operational environments. The company is highlighting the use of technology and integrated…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Flexitallic and INTEGRA Technologies showcased advanced gasket technologies and industrial joint integrity solutions at ADIPEC 2026, designed to prevent leaks, address flange corrosion and enhance operational safety. An INTEGRA Technologies specialist told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the company was showcasing its Total Joint Integrity service, recently introduced in the Middle East, combining gasket manufacturing and joint integrity procedures to prevent leaks during plant commissioning. He said the company uses digital software to track joint integrity operations, from documentation and inspection to flange assembly, controlled bolting and testing, helping minimise errors and…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Andrew Smart, Senior Managing Director – Strategy and Consulting, Energy Lead, EMEA at Accenture, said the energy sector is witnessing a rapid shift in the adoption of artificial intelligence, with applications moving from concepts and experimentation into practical use across operations, enhancing efficiency and strengthening companies’ competitiveness. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of ADIPEC 2026, Smart said Accenture continues to support the AI agenda through its participation in the event for the third consecutive year, highlighting ADIPEC’s importance as a platform for exchanging expertise and showcasing solutions…