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The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) continues to attract international industrial leaders, with Italy’s Raccortubi S.p.A. opening a 20,000-square-foot warehouse. The new AED 25 million ($6.8 million) facility, part of the company’s ongoing expansion into the Middle East, is set to support oil and gas projects in the region, leveraging HFZA’s advanced infrastructure and strategic location to reach a global ...

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, announced the resumption of its non-stop flights between Ras Al Khaimah and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Starting on December 15th, 2024, the service will operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays providing passengers with greater convenience and flexibility to travel between the two ...

Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), chaired the annual meeting of the Advisory Council of Development and Outreach (ACDO), reflecting on the university’s achievements in advancement over the past year and charting a course for future growth. The gathering, an essential touchpoint for the council, served as a strategic platform for ...

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, the Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, presided over a meeting of the Executive Council this morning, Tuesday. The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Vice Chairman of the Executive Council, as well as His Highness ...

With the aim of strengthening partnerships with government and private entities, Sharjah Media City “Shams” presented, through “Shams Talks” podcast, several interviews with officials, experts and prominent figures based on its pioneering role in strengthening the media sector in different fields, introducing the achievements of the Emirate of Sharjah in various sectors and shedding light on the most prominent media ...

The Sharjah Investment Forum 2024 (SIF) has successfully concluded two days of knowledge-packed sessions, workshops, and opportune networking between stakeholders across multiple industries, leaving a lasting impression on the global investment community. With an impressive turnout of over 5,000 attendees, including high-profile government officials, visionary entrepreneurs, and industry pioneers, the forum transformed the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre into ...

The second and final day of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2024) focused on equipping businesses with future-proof strategies, emphasised the importance of deftly navigating uncertainty, building resilience and taking an innovation-first approach to seize emerging opportunities. Thursday’s expert-led workshops offered valuable insights into how organisations can apply foresight and innovative planning techniques to stay resilient against disruptions and adapt ...

Following the launch of the world’s first AI-powered trade licence by Sharjah yesterday, Grant Cardone, renowned Private Equity Fund Manager, visionary Business Strategist, and Founder & CEO of Cardone Capital, and Vusi Thembekwayo, Group CEO of MyGrowthFund Venture Partners, were first have business licences issued in under five minutes. The AI-powered licence is a world first; a collaborative initiative by ...

At the 7th edition of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF) 2024, global experts have explored the profound impact of emerging technologies on the global investment arena. Highlighting that embracing these changes is essential to staying competitive in today’s fast-paced world, the experts also brought up the attendant ethical concerns of AI and alignment with human values. Moderated by Mohamad Kassem, ...

In an inspiring session on the second day of the 7th annual Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF), Grant Cardone,  Private Equity Fund Manager, Business Strategist and Founder & CEO of Cardone Capital, encouraged the audience to aim high, remain persistent and embrace the challenges of entrepreneurship with enthusiasm. His talk ‘Building a Future-Proof Business’, moderated by renowned entrepreneur and RJ Kris ...