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Dubai, UAE: Union Coop recorded a 37% growth in e-commerce during 2026, reflecting its continued efforts to enhance the digital shopping experience through updates to its platforms, offering easier product discovery, faster checkout, expanded payment options, and additional features designed to improve customer convenience and deliver greater value. Mohamed Al Hashemi, CEO of Union Coop, stated that the cooperative remains focused on comprehensively enhancing its online shopping experience. These developments coincide with Union Coop recording 37% growth in its e-commerce segment during 2026, compared to the corresponding period last year, alongside a 40% year-on-year increase in visitors to its digital…

150% in EOI for 862 homes at new Sharjah waterfront project in less than an hour of launch Alef Group launches AED 1.2 billion Seef Residences in Al Khan New waterfront destination offers three distinct waterfront views from a peninsula setting, beach access and resort-style living in Al Khan Sharjah real estate transactions reach AED 46.8 billion in the first nine months of 2026, up 5.6% in value year-on-year. Raed Kajoor Al Nuaimi: Sharjah continues to strengthen its position as a destination for living and investment, supported by confidence from local and international buyers Sharjah, 20 October 2026 150% of…

Middle East Families Put Governance and the Next Generation at the Heart of Business Transitions, Finds Julius Baer Family Barometer 2026 Readiness for a transition in the region broadly mirrors the global picture, with 15.0 per cent of business-owning families fully or largely ready (14.3 per cent globally), while the majority (58.3 per cent) remain only somewhat prepared Valuation expectations are the most cited source of family misalignment in the region when an exit is considered (60.0 per cent), while emotional attachment leads globally The region stands out for involving the next generation in post-sale planning, with 61.7 per cent…

Women protecting organisations across seven countries are invited to share practical expertise, with five winners gaining wider industry recognition Women leaders from cybersecurity, technology and information security across the region join the CybHER jury, including Sumayya Shafi, Information Technology Manager at Dubai Petroleum October 20, 2026, Dubai, UAE: ParamountAssure, a UAE-headquartered cybersecurity company, has announced its inaugural ‘Paramount CybHER Awards’ to recognise the expertise and contributions of women protecting their organisations from cyber risk. Registrations are open for women working in cybersecurity and governance, risk and compliance across India, Australia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Participants…

Dubai is settling into its most social stretch of the year. Lights go up along the waterfront, diaries fill with team celebrations and long-overdue catch-ups, and the season takes on a familiar rhythm of shared tables, small traditions and time set aside for the people who matter. At voco Bonnington Dubai, that spirit comes to life in the heart of JLT, with a festive line-up designed for every kind of gathering. With the festive calendar already filling up across the city, voco Bonnington Dubai is inviting guests to plan ahead, offering 15% off for those who book early across selected…

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world’s 4th largest jewellery retailer with an expansive retail network of over 450 showrooms across 14 countries, has unveiled its largest jewellery showroom in Ajman at Lulu Hypermarket, further strengthening its presence in the UAE market. Malabar Gold & Diamonds has unveiled the largest jewellery showroom in Ajman. Located at Lulu hypermarket, the showroom was inaugurated by Sheikh Dr. Majid Saeed Rashed Alnuaimi, Chairman, Ruler Court of Ajman in the presence of Mr. Abdul Salam K.P, Vice Chairman of Malabar Group; Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, MD-International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Mayankutty C, Senior Director…

Ajman, UAE – 19th October 2026: The cover of Yatheemkutty, an autobiographical work by Hamza Kollath, was officially unveiled by Shamsu Zaman C.T., Managing Director of S&Z Group, ahead of the Sharjah International Book Fair. The cover launch ceremony was attended by officials of S&Z Group Wasim Yousuf Bhat, Ganesh Krishnan, Ashraf Kuttipurath, Nancy Salman, Rosin John, Mohammed Rijas and Rashid Kaikollam. Several prominent personalities from the literary and cultural community also joined the ceremony virtually, including noted writers E.K. Dineshan Orkkatteri, Rihan Rashid, Velliyodan, Raseena K.P., Gifu Melattur, Mukhtar Udarampoyil and Shiyas Ahmed. Yatheemkutty tells the deeply moving true…

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 19 October 2026: AD Ports Group, a leading global enabler of integrated trade, industry and logistics solutions, (ADX: ADPORTS), announced the release of its 2025 Sustainability Report, in which it highlights significant progress in its decarbonisation plans, including a 6% reduction in emissions intensity per unit of revenue. The report reflects AD Ports Group’s gains in mitigating the environmental impact of its integrated global trade, transport, logistics, and economic development activities, through measures such as increased operating efficiencies and the use of solar electricity, lower-impact maritime fuels, and electric-powered vessels. The Group’s total emissions intensity, which calculates…

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Medcare offers breast health screening for AED 350across selected centres in UAE Dubai – October 19, 2026: As Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed in October to highlight the importance of early detection and breast health, Medcare Hospitals & Medical Centres is offering a breast health package for AED 350, combining a consultation with a breast ultrasound or mammogram at selected facilities across Dubai and Sharjah. The package is designed to encourage women to prioritise their breast health and seek medical advice about appropriate screening and investigations. Breast cancer screening recommendations vary depending on age, personal…

Open, cyber-hardened security for Qatar’s energy, transport and public safety sectors Doha, Qatar – October 19, 2026: In the State of Qatar and across the Middle East, physical and digital security is becoming less reliant on standalone products and fragmented systems. This shift comes as risks evolve and become more complex, prompting organisations to look to end-to-end, open-platform and cyber-resilient solutions to deliver enhanced protection, insight and operational efficiency. Axis Communications, the world’s leading provider of network surveillance and integrated security technologies, will demonstrate these solutions and more at Milipol Qatar 2026. Taking place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention…