China has launched a satellite that will serve as the communications relay for a future probe on the the invisible side of the moon. The satellite is equipped with a payload for a space sensory system developed by Saudi engineers and researchers for filming and taking photos of the moon.
RTA to keep an eye on Dubai cabbies
As part of its efforts to improve the level of public transportation services in Dubai, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has started fitting taxis affiliated to the Public Transport Agency with surveillance cameras.
Invest Easy links ePayment cards in Oman
Invest Easy portal launched the electronic link with the OmanNet ePayment Gateway for Omani bank cards supported by the Central Bank of Oman and electronic payment gateway Cyber Source for non-Omani bank credit cards, the Times of Oman reported.
Private health firms in Dubai can now acquire ambulance permits online
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services enabling the issuance of approvals for ambulance vehicles operated by private health entities online.
Saudi airport operator inks new deals to improve services
Dammam Airports Company (DACO) has reportedly signed agreements with Vanderlande and Serco Middle East to improve operations at King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia.
Dubai inks deal to bring innovative medtech to a hospital near you
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) signed an MoU with four cutting-edge international companies to adopt their inventive healthcare innovations, in …
UAE property developer to showcase projects with 3D tech
Dubai-based Nakheel is set to become one of the world’s first real estate developers to showcase its project portfolio using 3D-model technology.
Saudi Arabia’s STC launches live 5G network
STC has recently announced the first live 5G network in Saudi Arabia, the initial phase for operating the service once 5G special devices are available in global markets.
Saif Al Ghurair Real Estate Group teams up with Seidor MENA
Saif Al Ghurair Real Estate Group, a division of UAE-based Al Ghurair Group, has announced the successful implementation of SAP’s SuccessFactors solution and ECC payroll system.
Emaar Hospitality delivers more agile services with Microsoft
Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of Dubai-based Emaar Properties, has chosen to adopt Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations.
Driverless police cars to hit Dubai roads soon
The Dubai Police is reportedly planning to roll out a fleet of driverless patrol vehicles operating on the emirate’s roads.
Dubai RTA inks new deal to enhance drones network
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, with the professional communication corporation (NEDAA) for improving drones network service in Dubai, WAM reported.
Khalifa University students develop apps to aid refugees
Khalifa University students were part of the first and third place winning teams at the annual NYUAD International Hackathon 2018, where they helped develop apps to bring benefit to the Arab world.
Oman to establish new science and technology university
Oman’s Minister of Education has reportedly announced that it will establish a new university of science and technology in Muscat.