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Business & Investments

Century Financial Joins United Nations Global Compact Network UAE, Embraces Climate Ambition Accelerator 2024

Dubai, UAE – 18 September, 2024 – Century Financial is proud to announce its participation with the United Nations Global Compact Network UAE (UNGC UAE) and its participation in the esteemed Climate Ambition Accelerator 2024. This milestone highlights Century Financial’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and aligns with its strategic goal to achieve net zero emissions

As one of the first investment companies in the UAE to take significant steps in monitoring greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, Century Financial has set a benchmark for the industry. Key milestones in Century Financial’s net zero journey include:

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Shopping & Promotions

Union Coop and Unilever’s Back-to-School Raffle Rewards Shoppers with a Tesla and Exciting Prizes

Dubai, UAE:

Union Coop has announced the winners of the “Back-to-School” raffle organized in collaboration with Unilever from August 10 to September 10, 2024, coinciding with the ‘back to school’ season and the start of the new academic year. The draw included prizes won by a number of shoppers from various nationalities.

The winners were announced during a special event held at Al Warqa City Mall, attended by several Union Coop staff, as well as representatives from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. The grand prize, a Tesla car, was awarded to shopper “S.A.” of Arab nationality, alongside 17 other shoppers who won additional prizes, including iPads and shopping vouchers worth AED 1,000.

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Business & Investments

GPCA’s Inaugural Process Safety Conference Arrives in Saudi Arabia in October to Promote Process Safety Excellence in the Region

The first of its kind in the Arabian Gulf, the conference will take place from 7-10 October 2024 at the King Abdullah Cultural Center, Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia

Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia, 24 September 2024 – The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) inaugural Process Safety Conference, the first of its kind conference in the Arabian Gulf dedicated to process safety, will take place from 7-10 October 2024 at the King Abdullah Cultural Center, Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia to promote process safety knowledge sharing and collaboration across the region. Addressing the heightened focus on process safety within the chemical and petrochemical industry, the conference will be held under the theme “Enabling Process Safety Leadership: Enriching Knowledge and Catalyzing Commitment”.

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Business & Investments

Surge in Demand Across Various Sectors as Event Season Kicks Off in the UAE

Dubai, UAE, September 2024: As the region enters its highly anticipated event season, several industries, including mobility, hospitality, and retail, are reporting strong demand driven by major events. Key players across sectors are seeing a significant uptick in bookings, sales, and consumer interest, reflecting the strong recovery of the travel, tourism, and event industries.

Soham Shah, CEO of Selfdrive Mobility, highlights the substantial increase in vehicle reservations, “With the event season in full swing, we are observing a substantial increase in vehicle reservations, driven by heightened demand from both business and leisure travelers. Major events such as GITEX Global, Dubai Airshow, and the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix are contributing significantly to this surge, with a notable rise in short-term rentals and long-term subscriptions.

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Health Care

Middle East Arthritis Foundation commemorates ‘World Arthritis Day’ with focus on early detection, proactive prevention and consistent mobility

Local experts will present advancements to improve life for those with autoimmune diseases, while patients and caregivers will raise awareness, share stories, and advocate for enhanced support and accessibility

20 September 2024, Dubai, UAE – In recognition of World Arthritis Day (WAD), the Middle East Arthritis Foundation (MEAF), a non-profit dedicated to promoting health, hope, and happiness, will host an event on October 12, 2024, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai. This organization aims to raise awareness about arthritis and support those affected by this debilitating condition within the region. The theme for this year’s event, “Let’s Keep Moving and Embrace Mobility,” encourages people to stay active and maintain mobility despite arthritis or other musculoskeletal conditions.  WAD emphasizes the importance of recognizing symptoms and taking proactive steps to manage the condition through movement, early detection, and appropriate treatment.

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