Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 December 2024: The ‘International Development Bank – UAE Branch’ (IDB) has been officially added to the list of authorised banks by Dubai Land Department (DLD) following the signing of an agreement designating the bank as an escrow account trustee for real estate development projects within the emirate.
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New 2025 Genetec State of Physical Security Report Reveals Evolving Trends in the META Markets
Report highlights IT department’s strategic influence and a purpose-driven approach to cloud and AI adoption
Dubai, December 11, 2024 — Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, today shared the results of its 2025 State of the Physical Security Report.

Based on insights from more than 600 physical security leaders, including end users, channel partners, systems integrators, and consultants based in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (MEA) markets, the report offers a comprehensive analysis of evolving trends in physical security operations.

OliOli®’s Magical Winterland and MessFest Celebration
December 2024 –
MessFest
The UAE’s messy event is almost here, and it’s bigger, better, and messier than ever! For five years, families have loved jumping into the messy fun at MessFest, and with good reason—it’s the most unforgettable, sensory-rich experience of the year. Don’t miss your chance to secure your spot.

MessFest takes over the OliOli® outdoor area from 25th to 30th December 2024, inviting kids to explore epic bubbles, muddy volcanoes, rainbow fountains, and more. From Paint Palooza to Mud Madness and Splash Mania, each station offers messy, hands-on fun that sparks creativity, curiosity, and joy. More than just messy fun, MessFest is about discovery, learning, and boundless imagination. Your little ones will dive into sensory activities with sand, water, and paint while developing essential motor skills, all in an unforgettably joyful and unrestricted environment.

AL NOOR CELEBRATES 43 YEARS OF EMPOWERMENT WITH A FUNFAIR THAT INSPIRED THE COMMUNITY TO GIVE BACK!
11 December 2024; Dubai, UAE: Al Noor Rehabilitation and Welfare Association for People of Determination turned 43 in spectacular style with the return of its much-loved Family Funfair – a vibrant celebration of community, and generosity. This event serves as an open invitation to encourage the community to adopt the concept of social inclusion for people of determination, support vital programs that improve their quality of life, and promote the culture of charitable work.

Ashok Leyland’s SWITCH Mobility to trial run electric buses in UAE, Saudi Arabia, in the summer of 2025 for GCC
Two versions – SWITCH EiV12 and SWITCH E1 to be showcased – looks at commercial roll out by Q4 2025 in the Gulf region
Dubai, 11 December, 2024 – SWITCH Mobility Ltd, subsidiary of Ashok Leyland and part of the Hinduja Group, and a leading manufacturer of electric buses and light commercial vehicles today said it will start trial runs of its contemporary electric buses in the UAE and Saudi Arabia in the summer of 2025 with an outlook of commercial roll out in the GCC by Q4 next year.
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