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27 April 2026 (Geneva) – Southwest Airlines has joined IATA;s Schedule Data Exchange Program (SDEP), bringing the number of contributing airlines to 190. The SDEP was launched in late 2023 to build a uniquely airline-owned schedule and minimum connecting time exceptions database. Schedule data underpins many aspects of an airline;s business, including network planning, slot coordination, and interline agreements. Data coverage now exceeds 70% available seat kilometers (ASKs) of airlines based in Asia, Middle East, and Africa, and is expected to reach 90% coverage globally by end of 2026. Protecting Industry Data A key benefit of the
Savills Q1 2026 report highlights near-record transaction volumes, off-plan dominance, and continued price growth as market enters a more measured phase Abu Dhabi’s residential market delivered its second strongest quarter on record in Q1 2026, with transaction volumes in Abu Dhabi City exceeding 7,200, marginally below the all-time peak of over 7,600 recorded in Q4 2025, according to the latest Market in Minutes report from Savills. Activity levels in January and February remained strong, carrying forward the momentum of 2025. However, March reflected a more measured tone, influenced by the escalation of regional geopolitical ten
Abu Dhabi, UAE – April 2026: CNTXT AI today announced the launch of Munsit Emirati TTS, a text to speech model designed…
Abu Dhabi, 24 April 2026: The ultimate marine destination in the Middle East is set to return with the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS), scheduled to take place from 19-22 November 2026. Taking place at the Marina Hall, ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, this year;s event promises to bring together the global marine industry to showcase the latest innovations, luxury boats, and marine technologies. Positioned at the start of the Gulf marine season, ADIBS provides exhibitors with the perfect opportunity to engage committed buyers at a time when demand is high and purchasing decisions are being made. With on-water trials, immersive experiences
Abu Dhabi, 24 April 2026: Al Masaood Automobiles and Etihad Rail Freight, a subsidiary of Etihad Rail, have completed the first-ever rail transport of finished passenger vehicles for an automotive dealership – a significant step in the evolution of the nation;s logistics sector. The milestone saw a shipment of Nissan passenger vehicles transported from ports on the Eastern Coast to the dry port at the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), marking a new chapter in how goods travel across the country. Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for Nissan, INFINITI, and Renault in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra region, has partnered
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Spring meetings to discuss global economic outlook, financial stability and international partnerships Abu Dhabi, UAE, 10 April 2026 The United Arab Emirates is participating in the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund, which will be held in Washington, D.C., from 13 to 18 April 2026. The UAE delegation is led by His Excellency Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, and includes a number of senior government officials. The delegation will take part in meetings of the World Bank, the IMF, and the Group of Twenty. The meetings aim to discuss a range of globa
Abu Dhabi, 07 April 2026: The Ministry of Culture has launched the fifth cycle of the National Grant Programme for Culture and Creativity, one of the UAE’s flagship national initiatives dedicated to supporting Emirati creatives and enabling them to develop impactful cultural and creative projects. The launch of the new cycle reflects the Ministry’s ongoing commitment to fostering an enabling environment for national talent, providing opportunities to transform innovative ideas into tangible projects that deliver cultural and societal impact. His Excellency Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, said: &l
Total transactions reached AED 66 billion across 13,518 transactions Sales and purchases drove the majority of activity, totalling AED 50.97 billion (up 228.6%), while mortgage transactions reached AED 15.03 billion (up 53.4%). Development activity continued to expand, with 16 new projects registered Hudayriyat Island emerged as the top-performing area with AED 11.97 billion in transactions, followed by Reem Island (AED 9.45 billion) and Saadiyat Island (AED 8.8 billion). Strong demand continues to outpace supply, emphasising the market strength Foreign direct investment saw growth of 423%, reaching AED 8.27 billion from inve
Al Suwaidi: Investment in healthcare is a key pillar for supporting community stability and growth. Abu Dhabi, UAE – 7 April 2026: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) continues to reinforce its role as a development partner in the global healthcare sector, financing high-impact projects that enhance healthcare infrastructure, improve medical services, and expand access to care. These efforts align with the UAE;s national vision, which places human health and quality of life at the centre of its development objectives. On World Health Day 2026, celebrated under the theme ‘Together for Health. Stand with Science,’ ADFD highlights i
The FTA confiscated 29.5 million tobacco packs without Digital Tax Stamps and 7.6 million non-compliant excise goods packs Abu Dhabi, 7 April 2026 – The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced a significant increase in the number of on-ground inspection visits carried out by its specialised teams, in cooperation with relevant authorities, reaching approximately 176,000 field inspection visits across local markets in all emirates during 2025. This reflects a year-on-year increase of around 89%, compared to approximately 93,000 inspection visits in 2024. The Authority affirmed that this comes as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen sup
As AI and shifting power dynamics continue to redefine modern affiliation, SBC Summit Malta will introduce a…