Dubai News

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT IN ABU DHABI INTRODUCES ENVIRONMETALLY FRIENDLY TRIKKES

The Department of Transport (DoT) in Abu Dhabi (DoT) announced today the introduction of trikkes that will be used by Mawaqif paid parking inspectors in areas where paid parking is implemented. The trikkes will make their official parking enforcement debut on March 14, 2010.   Eng. Najib Al... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/BJ2_5990.jpg

Dana Gas sponsors inaugural Middle East Prospect Exhibition (MEPEX) in Bahrain

Al Arbeed: “We are committed to promote and develop the energy sector of the region and support events such as MEPEX”     Dana Gas, the Middle East's first and largest regional private sector natural gas company, is participating in and sponsoring the inaugural Middle E... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/MEPEX-Opening.jpg

AREVA T&D showcases latest advancements in Smart Grid technology during Wetex 2010 in Dubai

AREVA Transmission and Distribution is showcasing a number of the company’s major projects during this week’s Wetex 2010 exhibition which will run till March 11, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Zabeel Halls. Dedicated to ensuring an energy-efficient future, AREVA’s exposition will concentrate on... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Mazen-Hamadallah.jpg

Ecodoc The Environmentally Responsible Office Paper - Launched

The First 100% Post-Consumer Recycled Office Paper Developed in the UAE Set for Global Roll-Out   Ecobility Energy Solutions LLC, the UAE’s private sector pioneer in sustainability solutions, announced today that it has launched a new line... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Ecodoc1.jpg

Sharjah Natural History and Botanical Museum participates in International Plant Expo Dubai 2010

Under the slogan “A Blessed Tree”, participation aims at raising awareness on the UAE’s natural environment   Sharjah Natural History and Botanical Museum of Sharjah Museums Department (SMD) is participating in the International Plant Expo Middle East (IPM Dubai 2010), being held at... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/1979.jpg

Empower urges GCC authorities to prioritize environment conservation

District cooling service in limelight at WETEX 2010 following Dubai’s success in implementing it in most real estate projects Emirates Central Cooling Corporation (Empower), the largest district cooling service provider ... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/CEO-Picture1.jpg

Tetra Pak Arabia and Emirates Environmental Group join hands to preserve nature

Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) in partnership with Tetra Pak Arabia, the world’s largest food processing and packaging company, is launching a carton collection and recycling awareness drive amongst school children in Dubai, UAE.   Aimed at educating children on the benefits of re... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/EEG---Tetra-Pak-recycling-l.jpg

Gulf International Trading Group sets robust agenda for Gulf Environment Forum 2010

GITG Chairman Khalid Al Midfa says government legislation critical to adoption of new technologies in GCC and inspiring private investments in sustainable urban development   Gulf International Trading Group (GITG), a leader in the trading of high-quality, eco-friendly construction mat... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Khalid-Al-Midfa.jpg

Dana Gas announces two gas discoveries in Egypt

Estimated 35-70 billion cubic feet of gas reserves added and a new gas field brought on stream ahead of schedule     Dana Gas PJSC, the Middle East's first and largest regional private sector natural gas company, has announced two gas discoveries in the Nile Delta, E... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Mr-Ahmed-Al-Arbeed,-Dana-Ga.jpg

Al Fahim Group eliminates waste for green drive

Al Fahim Group’s ‘Going Green’ drive progresses with Oracle Employee Self Service First-time implementation Oracle implements Vacancy Creation and Recruitment Requisitions in the Middle East Abu Dhabi:- As part of Al Fahim Group’s going green drive, the Human ... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/IT-team.jpg

Bahrain honours ENOC for best practices in environment, health and safety

His Excellency Shaikh Rashid Bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior, Bahrain, honoured ENOC for its efforts and initiatives in implementing environmentally safe practices across its operations, at the 9th Professional Development Conference and Exhibition held in the Kingdom recently.   The conference, organ... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Bahrain honours ENOC at ASSE conference.jpg

GE Oil & Gas Power Generation and Subsea Equipment Wins Bring Gorgon Project Awards to Over US$1.1 Billion

Role Includes LNG Refrigeration Compression, C02 Injection, Power Generation and Subsea Equipment Components    GE Oil & Gas technology has again been selected to support the development of Gorgon, one of the world’s largest untapped natural gas fields, which also features one o... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/GE-logo(12).gif

Dubai Municipality mobilizes all its resources to battle floods

812ml rainfall recorded in Dubai   The tidal stations of the Survey Department of Dubai Municipality recorded rainfall ranging from medium to heavy in Dubai during the early morning hours of Tuesday, as the overall rate of rainfall was recorded 812ml, with an average density of 64ml.

UAE hotels in race for Green Globe accreditation

 FM company Farnek Avireal signs-up The Palace The Old Town in Dubai and Miramar Resort in Fujairah- helping to save money and the environment   Two UAE-based hotels - The Palace The Old Town in Dubai and Miramar Resort in Fujairah have become the first hotels in the country to sign... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Abdul-Quddus-Sheikh.jpg

12th Water Technologies, Energy and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2010) opens on March 9

Increase in main sponsors -- from 8 to 10 -- reflects the show's rising international stature  Event calls for combating global warming in the Arab World     Dubai Electricity and Water Authority revealed at a press c... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Press-Conference22.jpg

RAK PETROLEUM ANNOUNCES TUNISIA ENTRY

RAK Petroleum PCL, the oil and gas exploration and production company, announced today that it has signed an agreement to join an offshore exploration license in the Tunisian Republic.   A 30 percent interest in the Hammamet Offshore license has been acq... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/RAK-PETROLEUM.gif

DWC students participate in a Recycling Campaign

Dubai Women’s College (DWC) Diploma students participated in the Can Collection Drive, a part of the Recycling Campaign organized by Emirates Environmental Group. This Can Collection Drive targeted aluminum cans in UAE as a part of student CSR project. At Zabeel Park, volunteers had to roll up their sleeves for 4... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Can-Collection-(3).gif

DM concludes second phase of Green Roofs awareness campaigns

Dubai Municipality has concluded the second phase of the awareness campaigns on Green Roofs project in the Global Village, which was held from 18 to 28 February. Engineering models of the project were placed at the Global Village to explain the idea of the project in a simplified form to the public.   Dubai Municipality... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Farhan-Al-Marzouqi.jpg

Leading international architect proposes less reliance on air conditioning and cars through traditional design and materials

Sustainability: Cost, Comfort or Choice?     Buildings and places need to be designed and developed in a sustainable way to allow communities to be less reliant on air conditioning and cars. Sustainable design can lead to cost and energy... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/Tim-Makower.jpg

Go green, go online; Etisalat launches Pay and Win campaign

Etisalat’s initiative to reduce carbon footprint by encouraging customers to pay bills and recharge Wasel account online 100 iPhone devices to reward online Pay and Win campaign participation 10% bonus talk time for Wasel recharge online ‘Paperless’ online billing system to r... http://www.eyeofdubai.com/en/images/khalifa-Al-Shamsi(2).jpg