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First iFarm-driven vertical farm opens in Dubai

Wed, 18 Oct 2023

iFarm, a vertical farming technologies provider, announced the launch of the first vertical farm in the UAE to use iFarm technologies. Located in Dubai, the farm will produce ultra-fresh leafy greens, baby leaves, microgreens, herbs, and edible flowers.

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Mabanee unit in deal to purchase prime plot in Bahrain Bay

Tue, 17 Oct 2023

Leading Kuwaiti developer Mabanee said one of its key subsidiaries in Bahrain has reached a deal to purchase a 9,554 sq m vacant plot in Bahrain Bay for KD5 million ($16 million). This is in line with its plan for further investment and development.

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Bobnet announces $52.6m series B funding round

Sun, 15 Oct 2023

European start-up Bobnet, backed by NCH Capital, has announced a series B EUR50 million ($52.6 million) funding round, to address current challenges faced by major retail chains.

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200 brands on show at Jewellery & Watch Show

Tue, 10 Oct 2023

More than 200 brands from 20 leading destinations around the world are expected to shwocase their stunning jewellery creations at the upcoming 30th edition of the Jewellery & Watch Show (JWS) in Abu Dhabi.

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Emirates Perfumes & Oud Exhibition to kick off in Sharjah

Wed, 04 Oct 2023

The first edition of the Emirates Perfumes and Oud Exhibition is set to captivate fragrance enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, when it opens in Sharjah from October 6 to October 14, 2023.

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Spinneys to open 1,000 sq m store on Jubail Island

Wed, 04 Oct 2023

Jubail Island, a breathtaking master planned property with over 30 km of pristine waterfront in Abu Dhabi, has announced Spinneys will open a new supermarket at its luxury real estate destination.

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Shell to bring biodegradable lubricants to Middle East in 2024

Tue, 03 Oct 2023

Shell Markets Middle East Limited (Shell) on Tuesday announced that its portfolio of biodegradable lubricants range – Panolin – will be available for customers in the Middle East by early 2024.

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Biggest Gulfood Manufacturing to take place in November

Mon, 02 Oct 2023

Gulfood Manufacturing 2023 in November will be the largest-ever and is poised to take global food production through a smarter and more sustainable direction.

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DFS opening the first world-class, 7-star luxury retail destination

Sun, 01 Oct 2023

DFS Group, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, has announced plans to open the first world-class, seven-star luxury retail and entertainment destination, DFS Yalong Bay in Sanya, Hainan, China by 2026.

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Christie’s continues partnership with Dubai Watch Week

Sun, 01 Oct 2023

Auction house Christie’s has announced its continued partnership with Dubai Watch Week (DWW), taking place from November 16 to 20 at DIFC, Dubai, UAE.