London unveils new design for next fleet of Underground trains
Travelers around London could soon be seeing some relief from hot and stuffy London Underground trains. Siemens Mobility has received a contract from Transport for London to build the next generation of subway trains. The new trains are call...
How Dubai is targeting retiring seniors for investment
Dubai is known for a glamorous living but the city and its developers are making a big gamble on a new target market: the retirement market. Recent changes in UAE visa law have made the city attractive for expatriates over the age of 55. The...
Dubai to pierce the sky with world’s tallest observation tower
Dubai is attempting to reach for a new world record: the world’s tallest tower with the Dubai Creek Tower. Ever since the Burj Khalifa opened in 2010, it has retained its title as the world’s tallest building, though since the building i...
Dubai real estate picking up in H1 with Emiratis, Indians and Brits showing massive interest
As the second half of 2018 approaches, Dubai real estate has experienced the significant benefits of the recent path-breaking initiatives of the leaders. Just in H1, Dubai recorded Dh111 billions in real estate deals with Business Bay and Du...
Dubai real estate becomes a magnet for institutional investors
Institutional interest has been steadily rising in Dubai real estate since new players have been introduced to the market. Institutional investors, such as banks, real estate investment trusts (REIT), and insurance companies have been keen on D...
Dubai mortgage lending on the rise
Home financing in Dubai is on the rise, as end-users and final handover payments seek funds. Returning buyer, numerous completed developments and attractive payment plans for off-plan create this new market landscape in the Emirate.
Dubai Metro celebrates 9th anniversary as new plans for expansion are announced
On a historic day for the people of Dubai, on September 9, 2009, the Dubai Metro was first introduced to the public. This new major transport introduction was destined to completely change the lives of over a million people in the UAE.
DEWA upgrades Al Marmoom reserve to eco-tourist hotspot
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) recently completed the electrical connections and installation of smart meters at four projects, an electric vehicle charging station, and a Manarati smart pole at the Al Marmoom Reserve in the emira...