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SHARJAH – The Emirates Development Bank (EDB), the key financial engine of the UAE’s economic diversification and industrial transformation agenda, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Hamriyah Free Zone in Sharjah and the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF) to provide financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups operating in either of the free ...

Sharjah Cricket has signed a historic three-year partnership deal with Twenty First Century Media Pvt Ltd (TCM). This premier sports marketing company will be the commercial partner for the conduct of Sharjah Cricket’s domestic tournaments. This deal by one of the oldest cricket councils in the UAE will be among the longest partnerships in the country as it will extend ...

Speakers at a panel discussion organised by the Arabic Language Academy in Sharjah, as part of its participation in the 31st edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, valued the attention paid by H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for the protection of the Arabic Language, embodied in the completion ...

The Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) has recently launched Sharjah Advanced Industry Accelerator 2.0 (SAIA) to boost the diversification of the national industrial base and contribute to the positioning of the UAE as an incubator of innovation and creativity In line with Industry 4.0, the accelerator program will provided local and regional start-ups with innovative solutions and ...

Eagle Hills Sharjah, a joint venture between Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Eagle Hills, unveiled its latest project – Jawaher Residences – the newest addition to the Maryam Island beachfront community located in downtown Sharjah. Inspired by the contemporary Arabic architecture of Maryam Island, Jawaher Residences features 198 units – ranging from studio to four-bedroom units spread across ...

The plant will divert up to 300,000 tonnes of waste from landfills annually, supporting the achievement of the UAE’s goals for waste diversion and management His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Tuesday inaugurated the Sharjah Waste to Energy plant, the first-of-its-kind project in the Middle East. The plant, announced ...

The House of Wisdom, an iconic futuristic and cultural hub developed by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has opened today ‘Gateway to the Metaverse’, the first non-fungible token (NFT) art exhibition in Sharjah, featuring the artworks of a diverse group of 60 international and 15 local artists engaged in the digital and crypto art world. Targeting artists, tech ...

The Sharjah Airport Authority has shown once again its commitment to excellence and leadership in Sharjah’s sustainable development after it earned the Sharjah Excellence Award for Sharjah Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in recognition for its responsible practices involving the employees, the community, and the environment. The Authority received the award during a gala awards ceremony organized by the Sharjah Chamber ...

Air Arabia (PJSC) today announced a record financial results for the fourth quarter and for full year ending 31 December 2021, despite the prevailing impact of COVID-19 pandemic that continued throughout the year. “Air Arabia reported a net profit of AED720 million for the full year ending December 31, 2021, an increase of 475 percent compared to AED 192 million ...

During its weekly meeting, the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) enacted Resolution No. (9) of 2022 regulating real estate companies and institutions in the emirate, including their ownership and those benefitting. The resolution will apply to all enterprises and institutions in the emirate that hold or benefit from real estate. The meeting was chaired today by H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem ...