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ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — EasyLease, the UAE’s leading provider of integrated mobility solutions and a subsidiary of IHC, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Empala, a UAE-based electric vehicle mobility company focused on transforming last-mile delivery through purpose-built electric motorbikes, to conduct a proof of concept programme for electric delivery bikes within EasyLease’s last mile delivery and fleet management operations. Under the MoU, electric delivery bikes supplied by Empala will be utilised within selected live delivery routes. The programme is designed to generate operational and performance data under real delivery conditions, enabling EasyLease to evaluate the…

The UAE’s passenger train project has reached a milestone with the unveiling of Etihad Rail’s first station in Fujairah, offering an early glimpse of what travellers can expect. The station’s cream-and-grey palette, combined with expansive glass and modern finishes, creates a bright, futuristic space. The interiors feature the trademark grey colours with abundant natural light, accentuated by LED lights. On Tuesday, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and Etihad Rail Chairman Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the station and…

ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) and Honeywell today announced a new collaboration to pursue potential opportunities for the development of advanced cybersecurity programmes across the country. The companies announced the collaboration at Make it in the Emirates 2026 and aim to reinforce national efforts to localise cyber resilience capabilities and build a secure, sustainable, and future-ready digital economy. Through this collaboration, CSC and Honeywell will work together to enhance cybersecurity readiness by localising cyber services, advancing capacity-building initiatives, and supporting the development of forward-looking cyber policies aligned with national frameworks. They will…

ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Major General Sheikh Ahmed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, affirmed that 6th May remains a deeply rooted national occasion, marking the anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces and reflecting its broad national, political, social, economic and developmental significance. In a statement marking the 50th anniversary, he said the Armed Forces represent the backbone of security and stability in the UAE and are entrusted under the Constitution with defending the Union and safeguarding its territory and sovereignty. He added, “Five decades have passed since…

A fire broke out on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at an under-construction building in Dubai’s Marina, according to two eyewitnesses who reported hearing lots of sirens in the area. The two sources added that firefighters rushed to the scene of the fire to bring the flames under control. Visuals from the area showed thick smoke billowing in the sky as a result. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. No more information on the incident was immediately available. Dubai media office has not issued any statements until now. Source: Khaleej Times

NEW YORK, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the missile and drone attacks launched by Iran against the United Arab Emirates yesterday, Monday, which resulted in at least three injuries and caused a fire at an oil facility in the Fujairah oil industrial zone. This came in remarks made today by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the United Nations, in which he also voiced concern over a number of strikes in the region targeting vessels in and around the Strait of Hormuz in recent days, noting that this reflects the increasing risk of a…

For thousands of residents living in suburbs along the upcoming Dubai Metro Blue Line, daily commutes that now stretch beyond an hour each way could become shorter and easier once the line is operational, with construction of the new route now underway. Currently many residents from areas such as International City, Warsan and Dubai Silicon Oasis said that they spend over an hour travelling to work during peak periods, whether by car, bus or a combination of public transport. For Awais Ahmed, a Pakistani expat living in International City and working in DIFC, the day starts early. “I usually take…

ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Enercap, a subsidiary of Apex Investment PSC, is showcasing its latest advanced energy storage solutions and technologies during its participation in the Make it in the Emirates 2026 platform, affirming its role in supporting critical infrastructure in the UAE and reinforcing the country’s position as a regional and global hub for advanced energy technologies. Ahmed Amer Omar, Managing Director of Enercap, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the company’s locally developed technologies are deployed across a range of vital applications within the UAE. These include the installation of energy storage systems in…

ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — UAE Cyber Security Council and “Nozomi Networks”, a global leader in OT and IoT security, have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at strengthening the cybersecurity resilience of the UAE’s critical infrastructure and industrial sectors. The collaboration supports the UAE’s national vision to enhance cyber resilience across operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) environments, providing deeper visibility, advanced threat detection, and intelligencedriven security for critical national assets across energy, utilities, transportation, manufacturing, and smart infrastructure. This collaboration goes beyond a bilateral partnership, extending to the establishment of an Innovation and Excellence Center…

ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Development Bank (EDB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to support AI talent development and applied research collaboration between the two institutions. Announced during Make it in the Emirates (MIITE) 2026, the partnership represents a strategic step in strengthening the UAE’s position as a global hub for artificial intelligence and future-ready industries. Through integrating EDB’s financial expertise with MBZUAI’s world-class capabilities in AI education and research, the collaboration aims to foster a sustainable ecosystem of innovation and real-world application across key economic…