Djibouti

DP World Hits Back at Djibouti Share Purchase

DP World Hits Back at Djibouti Share Purchase DP World, in a statement released by the government of Dubai, has announced that it will continue to pursue all legal means in its dispute over the Doraleh Container Terminal (DCT), following what it calls “Djibouti’s blatant disregard for the rule of law”. The statement is in response to the Djiboutian government’s announcement, on September 10, that … Continue reading DP World Hits Back at Djibouti Share Purchase

Dp world

DP WORLD AND BAREFOOT COLLEGE JOIN HANDS TO EMPOWER RURAL WOMEN IN SOMALILAND

Solar Mamas initiative trains rural women as technicians and provides the tools and support necessary to start up small-scale ventures in their own villages 09 March 2024 DP World has launched a new collaboration with Barefoot College International (BCI), aimed at empowering rural women in Somaliland.  Through the expansion of the Solar Mamas programme, DP World and BCI are committed to providing access to clean energy and … Continue reading DP WORLD AND BAREFOOT COLLEGE JOIN HANDS TO EMPOWER RURAL WOMEN IN SOMALILAND

Pacific Prime

Pacific Prime Expands Their Global Operation to Australia

SYDNEY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pacific Prime, a leading global health insurance brokerage and employee benefits specialist, has expanded their operation to Australia. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey to further improve healthcare access and offer exceptional employee benefits solutions to clients in the Asia Pacific region. “This pivotal moment aligns seamlessly with our vision for excellence in the industry. We are committed to … Continue reading Pacific Prime Expands Their Global Operation to Australia

H.I.G. Capital

H.I.G. Capital Expands Middle East Presence with New Dubai Office

NEW YORK & DUBAI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–H.I.G. Capital (“H.I.G.” or the “Firm”), a leading global alternative investment firm with $60 billion of capital under management announces the opening of its Dubai office. “The opening of our office in this strategic region is pivotal to our ambition to be the partner of choice in the middle market for our Middle East investors”Post this Based in the Dubai International … Continue reading H.I.G. Capital Expands Middle East Presence with New Dubai Office

Food

Food – UAE Strengthens Consumer Health and Safety with Comprehensive Food Safety

The United Arab Emirates has introduced rigorous measures for overseeing the safety and quality of food products. This article delves into the multifaceted nature of consumer protection in the UAE, with a special focus on food safety, adherence to regulations, enforcement strategies, and the repercussions for non-compliance. The law outlines crucial components such as food safety definitions, the fundamentals of product registration, labeling requirements, and … Continue reading Food – UAE Strengthens Consumer Health and Safety with Comprehensive Food Safety

Climate

Freshwater fish highlight escalating climate impacts on species – IUCN Red List

Press release – Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 December 2023 (IUCN) – Climate change threatens a growing number of species, from Atlantic salmon to green turtles, today’s update to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ reveals. The update, released at the COP28 UN climate conference in the United Arab Emirates, also includes the first global freshwater fish assessment, and highlights the impact of illegal logging … Continue reading Freshwater fish highlight escalating climate impacts on species – IUCN Red List

DP World

DP World and Canpotex Announce Long-Term Agreement

Strategic partnership enhances global potash supply chain, highlights DP World’s efficient and sustainable cargo handling at Port of Saint John. VANCOUVER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–DP World, a global logistics and trade solutions leader, is pleased to announce a five-year management contract with Canpotex for operations at their terminal in Saint John, New Brunswick. Canpotex, based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, is one of the world’s largest suppliers of potash overseas. … Continue reading DP World and Canpotex Announce Long-Term Agreement

Zindi

Zindi, ITU and Huawei team up for Crowdsourcing AI Solutions for Climate Change event at COP28

By Business Desk – December 6, 2023 December 4th 2023, Dubai UAE // COP28 – The International Telecommunications Union (ITU), Huawei, and Zindi jointly announced the winners of the AI/ML for 5G-Energy Consumption Modelling Challenge solutions as part of an official COP28 side event, Crowdsourcing AI Solutions for Climate Change, The AI/ML for 5G challenge, coordinated by ITU, sponsored by telecommunications giant Huawei, and hosted on the Zindi platform for data practitioners, … Continue reading Zindi, ITU and Huawei team up for Crowdsourcing AI Solutions for Climate Change event at COP28