Emirates

Growth for Growth: utu Expansion to Harness Booming Middle East Travel

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- utu, a travel technology company transforming the customer experience in tax-free shopping, has closed a deal of US$33 million in combined transaction value. The deal, comprising of an acquisition and a funding round, consists of both a portion of new funding, with SC Ventures participating, and the roll-over of earlier funding from Singapore-based investors, marking a major milestone in scaling up the brand's endeavours to transform tax-free shopping experiences worldwide. Using the Covid hiatus to establish key partnerships with global airlines such as Emirates, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, along with hotel chains and retail brands, utu will use the funds to further expand rewards opportunities for tax-free shopping.

Key Points: 
  • With growth of internal resources to meet this external growth in the region and beyond, utu, co-founded by travel retail and VAT refund veteran Asad Jumabhoy, is poised to disrupt the travel shopping industry by re-engineering the tax refund process, reaching more travellers.
  • Rather than competing with existing players, utu collaborates with refund and travel industry partners, enhancing refund value through innovative B2B and B2C solutions.
  • In the Middle East, this value chain extends to major airlines, specifically their frequent flyer programs.
  • Asad Jumabhoy, co-founder and CEO of utu, commented: "The cross-border travel market is ripe for a technology-driven transformation, with tax-free shopping presenting vast untapped potential.

Emirates and Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) Forge Strong Partnership to Enhance Travel Experience for Users with a seamless integration on the HUAWEI Watch 4

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Friday, June 23, 2023

The Emirates app's availability on this platform has brought unparalleled convenience to HMS users, empowering them to manage their travel plans seamlessly.

Key Points: 
  • The Emirates app's availability on this platform has brought unparalleled convenience to HMS users, empowering them to manage their travel plans seamlessly.
  • Previously integrated on the HUAWEI Watch 3 Series, the Emirates app offered a Super Device Smart experience, enabling Huawei users to effortlessly check their bookings and flight details directly from their smartwatches.
  • Now, with its seamless integration on the HUAWEI Watch 4, the Emirates app has reached new heights in enhancing the performance and user experience for travelers.
  • Visit HUAWEI AppGallery to download Emirates app and embark on an enhanced travel experience.

Emirates and Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) Forge Strong Partnership to Enhance Travel Experience for Users with a seamless integration on the HUAWEI Watch 4

Retrieved on: 
Friday, June 23, 2023

The Emirates app's availability on this platform has brought unparalleled convenience to HMS users, empowering them to manage their travel plans seamlessly.

Key Points: 
  • The Emirates app's availability on this platform has brought unparalleled convenience to HMS users, empowering them to manage their travel plans seamlessly.
  • Previously integrated on the HUAWEI Watch 3 Series, the Emirates app offered a Super Device Smart experience, enabling Huawei users to effortlessly check their bookings and flight details directly from their smartwatches.
  • Now, with its seamless integration on the HUAWEI Watch 4, the Emirates app has reached new heights in enhancing the performance and user experience for travelers.
  • Visit HUAWEI AppGallery to download Emirates app and embark on an enhanced travel experience.

Vintage Vaults' State-of-the-Art Deposit Box Service for the UAE

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

"Our journey started when I tried to get a safety deposit box from my bank and had a terrible experience," said Sherif El Haddad, Co-Founder of Vintage Vaults.

Key Points: 
  • "Our journey started when I tried to get a safety deposit box from my bank and had a terrible experience," said Sherif El Haddad, Co-Founder of Vintage Vaults.
  • "Vintage Vaults brings safety deposit services into the 21st century with its premium services, and tailors them to meet the tastes and requirements of both UAE residents as well as tourists," said Imran Khan, Co-Founder of Vintage Vaults.
  • Vintage Vault accounts can be managed online and customers must show an Emirates ID or Passport to rent a box.
  • Vintage Vaults with its unique blend of state-of-the-art security tech and luxury has managed to attract some of the wealthiest clients in the UAE.

Vintage Vaults' State-of-the-Art Deposit Box Service for the UAE

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 21, 2023

"Our journey started when I tried to get a safety deposit box from my bank and had a terrible experience," said Sherif El Haddad, Co-Founder of Vintage Vaults.

Key Points: 
  • "Our journey started when I tried to get a safety deposit box from my bank and had a terrible experience," said Sherif El Haddad, Co-Founder of Vintage Vaults.
  • "Vintage Vaults brings safety deposit services into the 21st century with its premium services, and tailors them to meet the tastes and requirements of both UAE residents as well as tourists," said Imran Khan, Co-Founder of Vintage Vaults.
  • Vintage Vault accounts can be managed online and customers must show an Emirates ID or Passport to rent a box.
  • Vintage Vaults with its unique blend of state-of-the-art security tech and luxury has managed to attract some of the wealthiest clients in the UAE.

Former Emirates Captain Cees Van Dooren Becomes Latest Global Airlines Hire

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

Capt Cees Van Dooren appointed Global Airlines A380 Project Manager.

Key Points: 
  • Capt Cees Van Dooren appointed Global Airlines A380 Project Manager.
  • Van Dooren advising Global on a range of key strategic matters including A380 acquisitions and maintenance planning.
  • LONDON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Airlines, the world's newest long-haul airline, has announced the appointment of Cees Van Dooren as its A380 Project Manager, to advise on all strategic matters related to the aircraft.
  • James Asquith, the Founder and CEO of Global Airlines, said, "As we continue to grow our team of aviation experts, we are delighted to welcome Captain Cees van Dooren to the Global Airlines family."

Former Emirates Captain Cees Van Dooren Becomes Latest Global Airlines Hire

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 15, 2023

Capt Cees Van Dooren appointed Global Airlines A380 Project Manager.

Key Points: 
  • Capt Cees Van Dooren appointed Global Airlines A380 Project Manager.
  • Van Dooren advising Global on a range of key strategic matters including A380 acquisitions and maintenance planning.
  • Captain Cees was one of the first ever pilots to be employed by Emirates, joining the Dubai based carrier in 1987.
  • James Asquith, the Founder and CEO of Global Airlines, said, "As we continue to grow our team of aviation experts, we are delighted to welcome Captain Cees van Dooren to the Global Airlines family."

United Arab Emirates Social Commerce Market Report 2023: A $2.89 Billion Market by 2028 - Global Players are Expanding their Footprint in the Emirati to Accelerate Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Social commerce industry in United Arab Emirates is expected to grow by 21.6% on annual basis to reach US$975.2 million in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Social commerce industry in United Arab Emirates is expected to grow by 21.6% on annual basis to reach US$975.2 million in 2023.
  • In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), consumers are spending an increasing amount of time on social media platforms.
  • In October 2022, respond.io, the Malaysian social commerce startup, announced that the firm is planning to increase its investment in the Emirates social commerce market to further accelerate its growth.
  • United Arab Emirates Ecommerce Industry Market Size and Future Growth Dynamics by Key Performance Indicators, 2019-2028
    United Arab Emirates Social Commerce Industry Market Size and Future Growth Dynamics by Key Performance Indicators, 2019-2028
    United Arab Emirates Social Commerce Industry Market Size and Forecast by Retail Product Categories, 2019-2028

UAE and Egypt Advance Development of Africa's Biggest Wind Farm

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

The wind farm will also help Egypt meet its strategic objective of sourcing 42 percent of its energy from renewables by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • The wind farm will also help Egypt meet its strategic objective of sourcing 42 percent of its energy from renewables by 2030.
  • The 10 GW plant will save the North African nation an estimated US$ 5 billion in natural gas costs a year.
  • As the UAE's flagship renewable energy company, Masdar's role demonstrates its deep and lasting commitment towards supporting African nations such as Egypt to meet their ambitious renewable energy objectives.
  • Egypt is the Middle East and North Africa's most populous country and has an abundance of renewable energy sources, including wind and solar.

UAE and Egypt Advance Development of Africa's Biggest Wind Farm

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 6, 2023

The wind farm will also help Egypt meet its strategic objective of sourcing 42 percent of its energy from renewables by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • The wind farm will also help Egypt meet its strategic objective of sourcing 42 percent of its energy from renewables by 2030.
  • The 10 GW plant will save the North African nation an estimated US$ 5 billion in natural gas costs a year.
  • As the UAE's flagship renewable energy company, Masdar's role demonstrates its deep and lasting commitment towards supporting African nations such as Egypt to meet their ambitious renewable energy objectives.
  • Egypt is the Middle East and North Africa's most populous country and has an abundance of renewable energy sources, including wind and solar.