Author: Sam Allcock

Nissan Formula E Team has confirmed that Oliver Rowland and Norman Nato will remain as its driver pairing for the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The decision follows a strong 2024/25 campaign in which the Japanese manufacturer finished third in the Teams’ Championship – its best result since taking full control of its Formula E operations. Champion stays put Reigning Formula E World Champion Rowland will continue with Nissan for a sixth season under a multi-year deal. The British driver secured three pole positions and seven podiums, including four victories, on his way to his first world title…

OMODA&JAECOO has unveiled its new light off-road SUV, the JAECOO J5, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of a coordinated regional rollout. The August 9 event, branded “JAECOO DAY”, marked the start of launches across Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE. The Dubai debut is set for August 14 at the JAECOO showroom, where the UAE edition will be revealed with features tailored to local conditions and driving preferences. Star power and tech highlights The Riyadh event featured a surprise appearance by Kuwaiti singer and theatre director Bader Alshuaibi, named as JAECOO’s regional brand ambassador. Alongside the J5, the…

Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC) has reported strong financial results for the first half of 2025, with profit growth driven by contributions from all core business segments. The insurer posted a net profit before tax of AED 261.2 million, an increase of 16.5% compared with the same period in 2024. Gross written premiums reached AED 5.54 billion, up 25.7% year-on-year. The company maintained a combined ratio of 92.9%, reflecting strong underwriting discipline and operational efficiency. Strategic partnerships and innovation During the period, ADNIC partnered with the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme to provide specialised life insurance solutions for eligible UAE…

Aldar Properties has announced the launch of Fahid Beach Terraces, a six-building residential development set along the shoreline of Fahid Island, billed as Abu Dhabi’s first coastal wellness destination. The community is designed to combine luxury living with wellness-focused amenities, offering residents what Aldar describes as a “retreat-like experience” in a natural setting. At the heart of the project is The Club House, a beachfront facility with a gym overlooking the sea, fitness studios, a spa featuring salt relaxation zones, cold plunge pools, and private treatment suites. Social spaces include a cinema and private dining areas. Wellness at the core…

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly looking to automation to streamline expense management and invoice processing — tasks that traditionally consume significant time and resources. Finance teams in many SMBs often navigate a patchwork of spreadsheets, email threads, PDFs and paper-based workflows. Experts say this fragmented approach not only slows productivity but also increases the risk of errors, delays and data privacy concerns. IT departments, typically called upon to fix these inefficiencies, often operate with lean staffing and limited budgets. For some, high-end financial technology systems appear out of reach due to the investment required in infrastructure, time and…

The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has concluded its first Made For Trade Live roadshow in Jakarta, aimed at boosting business connections between the United Arab Emirates and Indonesia. The event follows the UAE-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which came into force in 2023. Officials say bilateral non-oil trade between the two nations has grown from $3bn in 2020 to $5bn in 2024, with investments spanning renewable energy, technology, and agri-food sectors. DMCC announced that the number of Southeast Asian companies operating within its district rose by 13% in the past year, reaching more than 650 – over 30…

Warba Bank has launched a new partnership with Kuwait Flour Mills & Bakeries Company, giving travelling customers a complimentary coffee at Kuwait International Airport’s Terminal 4. The collaboration coincides with the opening of Kuwait Flour Mills’ new branch in the terminal and is part of the bank’s strategy to enhance travel experiences while promoting local businesses. Customers of Warba Bank passing through T4 can claim their free drink by redeeming a special electronic code via the bank’s mobile app. The code is presented at the Kuwait Flour Mills counter before payment, making the process quick and accessible for travellers on…

Canon has introduced its new Subscription Security Services, a flexible, tiered offering designed to provide end-to-end protection for business devices, documents and data. The service builds on Canon’s existing print security solutions and aims to simplify security management for organisations of all sizes. The service is available in two packages — Enhanced Security and Premium Security. Both tiers include device hardening, automated firmware updates, secure data destruction and data backup as standard. The Premium tier extends protection with proactive device monitoring, real-time threat detection, rapid recovery and detailed security insights. Addressing rising security risks With the global average cost of…

SAIC Motor, the parent company of MG Motor, has been ranked 138th on the 2025 Fortune Global 500 list, reporting revenues of USD 87.2bn in 2024. It is the company’s 21st consecutive year on the list, reflecting its sustained growth and global influence across key markets, including the Middle East. The Shanghai-based automaker remains the only Chinese manufacturer to sell over one million New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) and more than one million vehicles overseas for three years running. This track record has played a pivotal role in strengthening MG’s credibility and appeal in the Middle East. Middle East momentum MG…

The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) has launched a new blended learning model that combines 49% digital content with 51% in-person teaching, aiming to advance flexible education for government professionals and strengthen the UAE’s position in administrative excellence. The initiative is aligned with the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision, which emphasises digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, and future-ready education. It also supports the UAE Digital Government Strategy 2025 and the Dubai Digital Agenda, reinforcing Dubai’s role as a leading smart city with advanced digital education capabilities. Innovation in government education His Excellency Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al…