In the second session of the MENA Transport Conference, the speakers stated that the global trend is towards using electric and electronic vehicles after the negative environmental impacts of vehicles and buses powered by fossil fuel. Li Jianguo, product manager at Zhengzhou Yutong, said, “There is a dire need for transporting people via electricity-powered transit
The historic Alamein resort, built in 1960 by the Sidi Abdelrahman Bay of the Mediterranean Sea and having hosted legendary leaders including Gamal Abdel Nasser Hussein, the second President of Egypt, is readying for a refreshing and contemporary facelift. Emaar Hospitality Group has commenced renovation and redesign work of the property, while maintaining its cultural
“The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has always been at the forefront to educate citizens across the country to practice and support sustainable initiatives, and the Earth Day activities this year were a testament of the country’s commitment to its efforts. It was inspiring to witness the contributions made by the public and private sector on
Noor Bank, one of the leading Shari’a compliant banks in the UAE, won the ‘Islamic Auto Finance Provider of the Year’ distinction for the second consecutive year at the YallaCompare Banking Awards. The accolade recognises Noor Bank’s suite of auto finance services and tailored auto-focused solutions offered to customers. Speaking on the win, John Iossifidis,
Meshwari restaurants are reinventing the wheel with the introduction of the Guacamole shawarma pocket meal to be available for a limited time. The sandwich is a delicious combination of chicken shawarma, guacamole sauce, red cabbage and lettuce in a traditional shami bread. The meal will include the guacamole shawarma pocket sandwich, fries and a soft
In collaboration with Meraas, the Dubai-based holding company behind some of the city’s most popular urban destinations, Dutch technology firm 2getthere officially revealed the first Group Rapid Transit autonomous vehicle that will be used at Bluewaters. The new vehicle was showcased during the UITP MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition, the most attended public transport event
One of the sessions of the MENA Transport Congress & Exhibition explored the use of information and technology in improving public transport services. The session was moderated by Gerome Borbex, Director, Regional Offices and Services, UITP, Belgium, and six other participants from Hong Kong, UAE, Germany, Canada, France and Turkey. Alok Jain, Director General of