Dubai, UAE, 2 October 2024 – The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf, is pleased to announce the launch of its brand-new networking platform – the “GPCA Startup Nexus” – which will debut during the 18th Annual GPCA Forum from 3-4 December 2024 at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Muscat, Oman.
Stress triggers the release of adrenaline leading to elevated blood sugar levels
Poor sleep patterns, common among diabetics, can lead to irritability, sluggishness, hypertension, and difficulty managing blood sugar levels.
2 October 2024; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE– RAK Hospital as part of its RAK Diabetes Challenge 2024 initiative hosted an enlightening session of its Diabeat webinar series, featuring Prof. Adrian Kennedy, Chief Wellness Officer at the hospital. The webinar delved into the critical connection between stress and diabetes, emphasizing the various stressors that can significantly impact blood sugar levels and overall health.
Gargash Group Leverages Sustainable Financing to Bolster Comprehensive Sustainability Efforts
DUBAI, OCTOBER 2, 2024 — In a strategic step towards achieving its sustainability goals, Gargash Group, a leading business enterprise in the UAE, has partnered with Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region. This collaboration, officially inaugurated with an MoU signing ceremony at the Mercedes-Benz Brand Center in Dubai Design District, was crystalized with their debut Green Loan that was extended earlier for a number of projects across Gargash Group. The two institutions are also in discussion on future ESG integration initiatives for the Group, including but not limited to other Sustainability-Linked facilities.
DUBAI [October 3rd, 2024]: WizzFinancial Group, a global fintech platform specializing in local payments and cross-border remittance, foreign exchange, lending, and payment gateway solutions, has announced the appointment of Samir Vidhate as Chief Executive Officer of Xpress Money, its B2B money services division. Based in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), Xpress Money is a key player in WizzFinancial’s expanding cross-border payments and lending ecosystem.
Samir Vidhate brings over two decades of experience in the cross-border payments and financial services industry, having previously led global expansions and established strong industry partnerships. His leadership will drive Xpress Money’s continued success, supporting its mission to deliver seamless, secure, and accessible financial services globally.
London Gate and Franck Muller elevate their strategic partnership – Announce second major project – Franck Muller Vanguard Tower, Valued at AED 1.6 Billion
Dubai, UAE – October 2024 – After the huge success and sell-out of the Franck Muller Aeternitas Tower, London Gate, UAE’s premium real estate developer and Franck Muller, the leading Swiss luxury watch manufacturer, have now unveiled their next big project – Franck Muller Vanguard Tower. An extraordinary luxury development set in the heart of Dubai Marina, this new project follows the success of their first collaboration. It aims to redefine the branded real estate landscape in Dubai. Franck Muller’s world-renowned design innovation converges once again with London Gate’s expertise in crafting exceptional residential spaces. Valued at AED 1.6Billion, the Franck Muller Vanguard Tower will offer an unmatched luxury lifestyle experience, with residences starting from AED 1.25MN and a planned handover by September 2027.
According to Morgan’s 2024 report on Dubai’s Branded Residences, the number of units produced in 2024 rose almost 50% from 2022, currently accounting for 7.2% of all property transactions in Dubai.