DUBAI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received Aliaksei Zhaldybin, Consul General of Belarus in Dubai, with the meeting underscoring the growing importance of UAE-Belarus relations and exploring avenues for cooperation in renewable energy, innovation and sustainable development. The engagement reflects DEWA’s ongoing commitment to partnering with international stakeholders and diplomatic missions, further cementing Dubai’s reputation as a global leader in clean energy and sustainable development. The meeting was attended by senior DEWA officials, among them Waleed bin Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Excellence;…
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ABU DHABI, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Burjeel Holdings unveiled a new integrated healthcare project in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, during its participation in the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026. Spanning 387,000 square meters, the project will bring together advanced clinical care, medical education, scientific research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and health innovation, supporting the development of medical industries and strengthening local self-sufficiency in the healthcare sector. Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Burjeel Holdings, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the Group is working to build a next-generation healthcare ecosystem that integrates…
The UAE’s passenger train project has reached a milestone with the unveiling of Etihad Rail’s first station in Fujairah, offering an early glimpse of what travellers can expect. The station’s cream-and-grey palette, combined with expansive glass and modern finishes, creates a bright, futuristic space. The interiors feature the trademark grey colours with abundant natural light, accentuated by LED lights. On Tuesday, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and Etihad Rail Chairman Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the station and…
A fire broke out on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at an under-construction building in Dubai’s Marina, according to two eyewitnesses who reported hearing lots of sirens in the area. The two sources added that firefighters rushed to the scene of the fire to bring the flames under control. Visuals from the area showed thick smoke billowing in the sky as a result. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. No more information on the incident was immediately available. Dubai media office has not issued any statements until now. Source: Khaleej Times
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) and Honeywell today announced a new collaboration to pursue potential opportunities for the development of advanced cybersecurity programmes across the country. The companies announced the collaboration at Make it in the Emirates 2026 and aim to reinforce national efforts to localise cyber resilience capabilities and build a secure, sustainable, and future-ready digital economy. Through this collaboration, CSC and Honeywell will work together to enhance cybersecurity readiness by localising cyber services, advancing capacity-building initiatives, and supporting the development of forward-looking cyber policies aligned with national frameworks. They will…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — UAE Cyber Security Council and “Nozomi Networks”, a global leader in OT and IoT security, have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at strengthening the cybersecurity resilience of the UAE’s critical infrastructure and industrial sectors. The collaboration supports the UAE’s national vision to enhance cyber resilience across operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) environments, providing deeper visibility, advanced threat detection, and intelligencedriven security for critical national assets across energy, utilities, transportation, manufacturing, and smart infrastructure. This collaboration goes beyond a bilateral partnership, extending to the establishment of an Innovation and Excellence Center…
For thousands of residents living in suburbs along the upcoming Dubai Metro Blue Line, daily commutes that now stretch beyond an hour each way could become shorter and easier once the line is operational, with construction of the new route now underway. Currently many residents from areas such as International City, Warsan and Dubai Silicon Oasis said that they spend over an hour travelling to work during peak periods, whether by car, bus or a combination of public transport. For Awais Ahmed, a Pakistani expat living in International City and working in DIFC, the day starts early. “I usually take…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Enercap, a subsidiary of Apex Investment PSC, is showcasing its latest advanced energy storage solutions and technologies during its participation in the Make it in the Emirates 2026 platform, affirming its role in supporting critical infrastructure in the UAE and reinforcing the country’s position as a regional and global hub for advanced energy technologies. Ahmed Amer Omar, Managing Director of Enercap, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the company’s locally developed technologies are deployed across a range of vital applications within the UAE. These include the installation of energy storage systems in…
The weather in the UAE continues to be fair in general on Wednesday, May 5. While clouds are expected to appear eastward by afternoon, there is no rain predicted on this day, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Light to moderate northwesterly-to-southwesterly winds will blow. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels How hot will it be? Temperatures continue to rise in the UAE. While the high in Dubai was 36°C on Tuesday, it will rise to 40°C…
ABU DHABI, 5th May, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Development Bank (EDB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to support AI talent development and applied research collaboration between the two institutions. Announced during Make it in the Emirates (MIITE) 2026, the partnership represents a strategic step in strengthening the UAE’s position as a global hub for artificial intelligence and future-ready industries. Through integrating EDB’s financial expertise with MBZUAI’s world-class capabilities in AI education and research, the collaboration aims to foster a sustainable ecosystem of innovation and real-world application across key economic…