Author: Kasun Illankoon

GJ Properties, the leading real estate developer, is accelerating the investment opportunities in Ajman with the announcement of several new residences that are near completion. Catering to the surge in demand for people looking to capitalise on ‘affordable living’, yet still remain close to the hustle and bustle of Dubai, the new properties offer a variety of options from one-bedrooms apartments to stunning family-style residences. The new residences are positioned as an ideal investment for those looking to capitalise on the growth of the emirate, following news from the Department of Economic Development in Ajman (Ajman DED) just days…

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Back to Powerlist As the head of Emrill’s executive leadership team (ELT), Stuart Harrison, CEO, is responsible for driving the organisation’s performance, delivering operational excellence and robust financial performance, and empowering Emrill employees to excel in their careers. With over 30 years’ experience across a wide range of projects in the facilities management (FM) industry, Stuart is committed to maintaining Emrill’s position as a market leader and advancing standards in the region.Stuart has led tailored, innovative, industry-leading total FM solutions to increase operational productivity whilst exceeding clients’ needs and forged mutually-beneficial relationships to ensure Emrill and its clients meet their…

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Back to Powerlist An award-winning visionary leader and innovation and sustainability advocate, Jamal Abdulla Lootah is the Group CEO of Imdaad, a Dubai-based group of companies that provides integrated, sustainable facilities management services that enhance operational efficiencies of physical assets. Named the most influential individual in the Middle East’s FM industry for the 11timesin a row by FMME, Lootah led the phenomenal rise of Imdaad to become a leading FM company in the Middle East. It has carved out a stellar reputation for itself as a benchmark of excellence and success, constantly innovating and expanding the scope of its services…

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Fine Hygienic Holding (FHH) is proud to demonstrate its commitment to promoting inclusivity and accessibility by adopting a classroom at the Al Noor Training Centre. FHH, one of the world’s leading wellness groups and the MENA’s largest paper manufacturer, pledges to provide financial support to the Dubai-based facility, as well as take an active role in fostering an inclusive environment that supports individuals of determination. The inauguration of the classroom was attended by James Michael Lafferty, the CEO of Fine Hygienic Holding as well as Ranjini Ramnath, Director of Al Noor Training Centre and included a host of students…

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India’s gems and jewellery exports to the UAE have surged in the past year, thanks to the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries, and there’s no one better to protect these precious and priceless items than Transguard. Part of the Emirates Group, award-winning Transguard is the most trusted security and facilities management team in the country. Transguard has recently signed an exclusive deal with the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC), the autonomous, apex body of the industry with more than 9,000 members. With this deal, Transguard will provide end-to-end logistics support – from…

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by Samar Salih, Senior GM – FM Pro Solutions of EFS Facilities Services Group Facilities management remains a key organizational integrator between people, place, and process within the built environment for enhancement of productivity of the core business. There is an emphasis on the provision of a healthy, safe, and environmentally friendly environment for occupants. In recent years, technology has been a critical enabler for the success of Facilities management, with adoption of IoT (Internet of Things) devices for collection of real-time operational data that is then analyzed using Artificial Intelligence (AI). It provides insights into how facilities are being…

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Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences based in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with Microsoft, announced today the launch of its generative AI customer-facing service leveraging ChatGPT through Microsoft’s Azure OpenAI Service to provide personalized guidance and information to customers visiting Yas Island’s theme parks and experiences. With over 1,700 operations completed successfully within a week, ChatGPT is being used to augment the capabilities of chatbots for customer services for the first time, not only across various industries in the UAE, but also within the wider region’s tourism and entertainment sector. Commenting on the collaboration, Mohamed Abdalla Al…

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LEOS Developments, a well-known and respected luxury property developer with a presence in both the United Kingdom and the Middle East, has received significant interest from international clients and UAE residents following the announcement of its first premium residential property development, Hadley Heights, located in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC). In addition, its soon-to-be-opened state-of-the-art showroom and experience centre in the heart of Business Bay will further strengthen LEOS’ market position and increases its ability to showcase its heritage for high-level and innovative design, architecture and development evident in their completed projects in the UK and around the world. The majority…

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‘Dubai Reefs,’ a floating living experiment for marine restoration and ecotourism, is unveiled by URB. The project seeks to create more than 30,000 green economy jobs. Residential, hospitality, retail, educational, and research facilities are all part of the project. The marine institute will be the heart of the project, working towards greater protection of the marine and coastal environment of Dubai. It aims to accelerate the marine science and conservation capacity of Dubai, whilst building the most diverse artificial reef, covering 200sqm. It also aims to create a home to more than 1 billion corals & 100 million mangrove trees.…

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Colliers, a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, has launched a residential brokerage division to expand the services offered to clients in the region. Residential brokerage is an integral part of the real estate market. With a constantly growing population and high demand for homes, it presents a great opportunity for brokers to accelerate the company’s growth in the region. In this sector, brokers can offer a variety of services, from helping buyers and renters find their dream homes to assisting sellers with the sale of their properties. The launch event took place in the presence of…

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