Virgin Hyperloop has unveiled its plans for the hyperloop experience in a video, just months after its first passenger testing. The newly released concept video takes the viewer step-by-step through a hyperloop journey, from arriving at the portal to boarding the pod. Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World and Chairman of Virgin Hyperloop, said: “Showing the passenger experience of Virgin Hyperloop is a glimpse of the future, following the success three months ago when people rode in a hyperloop pod for the first time. We have demonstrated the maturity of our technology. We are getting…
Author: Jochebed Menon
Jochebed Menon
Jochebed Menon is the Editor of Logistics News Middle East. She covers issues related to the logistics and supply chain industries in the region. She’s been a journalist since 2012 and has primarily worked on B2B titles in travel, hospitality, aviation, and construction.
Construction and energy law specialists, Fenwick Elliott, expects a 20% company revenue growth for 2021 due to pursuing expansion opportunities across the MENA region into Qatar, pivoting to an online business model, and appointing integral new promotions, after a challenging 2020. Already operating across several Middle Eastern territories that include the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Oman, Fenwick Elliott’s planned MENA expansion into Qatar this year will provide the new market with access to its high level of construction, infrastructure, engineering, and energy law expertise. The firm predicts the planned expansion across the MENA region will see the company revenue…
Dubai-based facilities management firm, Imdaad, arranged a special vaccination session against COVID-19 for its personnel in Dubai. More than 1,000 employees received the first dose of the Sinopharm vaccine during the nine-hour inoculation drive, which took place at the company’s Manzeli accommodation facilities. A total of 17 government personnel were on hand to oversee the proceedings and administer the vaccinations, as well as provide a thorough consultation and support to team members throughout the process. The procedure included a rigorous health assessment, COVID-19 swab test, and post-vaccination observation for each individual. This event was the first of several that the…
German automotive parts manufacturing company, Continental, has set out its new strategic programme for its tyre business. Its Vision 2030 is focused on the systematic customer-centric alignment of the organisation and all its business activities. In addition, it is looking at ways it can set itself apart from the competition in respect of sustainability and digital solutions. In the passenger and light truck tyres segment, the focus will be on growing the global business with tyres for electric vehicles and ultra-high-performance tyres. In the truck and bus tyre segment, the Conti360° fleet services offering will be a key driver across…
EZDubai, Dubai South’s e-commerce zone, has announced the expansion of noon.com, the region’s homegrown digital marketplace, with the launch of a brand-new customer fulfilment facility. Noon’s new warehouse will utilise EZDubai’s range of logistics facilities and business solutions to further support the growth of local SMEs and entrepreneurs who rely on noon as their digital platform. To celebrate the opening of the world-class warehouse, noon’s founder, Mohamed Alabbar, and HE Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman Dubai Aviation City Corporation & Dubai South, toured the facility, joined by Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of Logistics District, Dubai South, among other senior executives. Representing…
Three organisations in the UAE have joined the World Logistics Passport (WLP), a major initiative established to increase trading opportunities between developing markets. The WLP is helping to reimagine how goods and services move around the world, increase resilience in global supply chains and remove the barriers that prevent developing economies from trading as freely as they might. The new joiners are Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) and flydubai. Unlocking these benefits allows nations and regions to gain access to new markets, diversify trade in existing products towards new markets, and increase market shares in key…
The dualling and rehabilitation works of the Al Faya – Saih Shuaib E75 road project in Abu Dhabi has been completed. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) and Abu Dhabi General Services Company, Musanada, announced the completion of all the works. The new road extends from the Mohammed bin Rashid Road intersection (E311) to the Emirates Road intersection (E611). It is valued at nearly Dhs100 million. The project was completed in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, ADNOC, Abu Dhabi City Municipality, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company as well as other stakeholders. The ITC stated that the execution and delivery of…
To support the ongoing vaccination efforts, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) organised a voluntary COVID-19 immunisation drive for its employees and staff. The initiative was held in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP). The first phase of the vaccination drive took place on Monday, January 25, from 8am to 4pm, with 90 DSOA personnel lined-up to take the COVID-19 vaccine. Commenting on the campaign, Dr Juma Al Matroushi, Deputy CEO of DSOA, said: “Providing the COVID-19 vaccine to our employees supports the commendable efforts of the Ministry of Health and Prevention in the UAE, alongside other government…
KE Outdoor Design has introduced a new louvered pergola with a retractable roof. Kedry Skylife employs a retractable, mobile blade roof that allows adjustment of both light intensity and air ventilation. With a single movement the louvers rotate and retract simultaneously, providing quick and easy fine-tuning of personal comfort at the touch of a button. Perfectly suited for either residential or commercial settings, Kedry Skylife is designed to protect its users from intense sun, wind and rain as well, thanks to its integrated and hidden water drainage system. Modular design allows Kedry Skylife to be installed in multiple units to…
Facilities management firm, Khidmah, has revealed that 2,573 UAE-based employees have received their first shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. Another 579 employees are set to receive their inoculation by the end of January, bringing the total number of staff to partake in the National Vaccination Programme to 98% from a total of 3,216 personnel. Abdellatif Sfaxi, CEO at Khidmah, said: “Our staff are leading by example and were quick to sign up for the Abu Dhabi government launched campaign ‘Choose to Vaccinate’ out of their belief that together we are protected. “We are proud of our team for taking part…