I caught up this week with Aparna Bajpai on Zoom. She is the founder of BeingShe, a platform for encouraging women to realize their potential and live the life of their dreams. Aparna’s life story is an inspiration for all women out there who are going through an identity crisis. Here is her story. Aparna got married when […]

Sharjah Sustainable City, an eco-friendly community by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has received the Real Estate Excellence Award for the year 2020 from the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Directorate (SRERD). The Real Estate Excellence Award is an initiative by the Government of Sharjah to recognise outstanding achievements in the emirate’s real estate sector. […]

The External Inspection teams at the Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA), arrested 17 violators who infiltrated Sharjah’s nature reserves. The incident took place after the Executive Council formed Resolution No. 5 of 2021 to put an end to violations of biodiversity conservation at the emirate’s reserves. The External Inspection teams of the […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) is organizing jointly with the Austro-Arab Chamber of Commerce a webinar titled “Adjusting to new normal in education and healthcare in UAE, Austria”. The welcome session of the forum, which is set to kick off at 12 pm next Thursday, will be attended by HE Ibrahim Salem […]

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, visited the under construction 1.8 gigawatts (GW) Hamriyah Independent Power Plant (IPP) for a tour of the facility and an overview of the progress made to date on the project. Co-developers GE Energy Financial Services and Japan’s Sumitomo […]

The “Jewels of Emirates” Show, which is set to kick off on June 30 until July 3 under the theme Glamour of beauty, is providing a unique platform to support and the gold trade and industry in the UAE. The 4-day event is also an unrivalled opportunity for major Emirati jewelry brands and stores, as […]

Sharjah’s Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD)has recently crossed significant milestones along its journey of providing quality services to the emirate whilst meeting both customer and regulatory requirements, with its acquisition four ISO certifications. The government department in Sharjah behind key surveys, including the Sharjah Census , the Emirati household survey ‘Tahdeeth’ and the […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) revealed that the upcoming season of “Sharjah Summer Promotions 2021” is to kick off on 8 July and is set to last until 26 August. The most important shopping and tourist event on the chamber agenda offers fantastic activities, fun events, valuable prizes, and amazing discounts that […]

Bodour Al Qasimi, President of International Publishers Association (IPA), has emphasised the power of literacy to change lives while making a clarion call for closing gaps in accessibility of books for children around the world. Chairing a panel discussion organised by Book Aid International at the online edition of the London Book Fair held from […]

BanoPuratos, the leading Belgian-Lebanese manufacturer and supplier of innovative products of raw materials, utensils and machinery for the industries of Chocolate, Bakery, Pastry, and Ice cream, has announced new expansion plans to double its monthly production capacity from 300 tons to 600 tons and increase its list of products from 45 to 150 during the […]

Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) and Trinity College London have created a worldwide first with the Trinity Level 6 Diploma in Professional Dance now being offered exclusively in Sharjah. Professor Peter Barlow, Executive Director of SPAA explained, “Previously only available in the UK, this 3 year, full-time programme trains dancers to a professional standard and allows […]

Enova, the leading energy and facilities management specialist in the Middle East, has marked its 10th-anniversary partnership with Sharjah Airport Authority. The airport has gained steady success in acquiring real-time insights on its operations, health and safety, facilities and energy management.    Enova was awarded the contract to deliver operations and maintenance services for Sharjah […]

Following Sharjah Book Authority (SBA)’s announcement of Spain as Guest of Honour (GoH) for the 40th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), senior cultural officials in Spain have said that their preparations for and participation in SIBF in a way that befits the prominent global standing of this international event hosted annually by Sharjah, […]

Al Noor Island, Sharjah’s picturesque eco-architectural destination is popular among the residents and tourists for its natural beauty, butterfly wonders, and unique architectural designs. And now, with the addition of ‘The Swing’ to its experiences, there is one more reason to explore the island. Titled ‘The Swing’, a commissioned work by Emirati Artist Azza Al […]

I got to know Mélanie at the recently concluded, Women Leadership Summit where she was one of the panelists on the ‘Empowered Women Empower Women’ panel discussion. Mélanie is an Executive Coach, Leadership Facilitator, and Emotional intelligence master. As a Coach, she is working with individuals on defining their purpose and drivers to work on […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah has finalized all the preparations to launch the 2nd “Jewels of Emirates” Show, which will take place from 30 June – 3 July under the theme “Glamour of beauty”. Jewels of Emirates Show is the first Emirati exhibition specializing in diamond jewelry, gold jewelry, silver jewelry, pearl and gemstones, luxury watches, […]

The Pearl Initiative, a leading independent, non-profit organization working to improve corporate accountability and transparency in the Gulf region, has announced its Student Advisory Board 2021–2023as part of its governance structure. The new advisory board, which comprises six students from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)universities, will help the Pearl Initiative in its quest to provide a […]

Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPCFree Zone), the first-of-its-kind hub for publishing, printing, and allied businesses, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to announce Sharjah Investors Services Centre (Saeed), operating under the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah), as its new strategic partner to drive the growth of the free zone, and strengthen the […]

“Sharjah is committed to supporting refugees around the world by extending a strong and reliable helping hand reflected in several sustainable humanitarian programmes that mirror the ethos of our cultural project”,said His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, during a virtual event held to honour the […]

Sharjah Airport, on Tuesday 14th June 2021 received the inaugural flight of the Kazakh airline “FlyArystan”, coming from Almaty International Airport. The airport welcomed the inaugural flight with a traditional water cannon salute, as the company seeks to benefit from the growing demand for travel to and from the Emirate of Sharjah by building this […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has announced the resumption of direct flights between Sharjah and Baku starting July 11th, 2021. Schedule to Baku, effective July 11th, 2021 (all times local): Baku, in its essence, resembles a harmonious blend of Europe and Asia, and acts as the […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) recently opened a new office at Al Qasimia University (AQU), to expand its reach and offer greater accessibility to the varsity’s employees and students.The new branch allows students and faculty members to utilize a variety of its banking products and services consistent with Islamic Sharia. Several esteemed guests attended the inauguration […]

After the successful edition of the event in 2019, The Flag Island, operated under Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) will organize a special yoga event on 21 June 2021,in conjunction with the International Day of Yoga. The event will be held from 06:00 p.m. to 07:30 p.m., in collaboration with Fitness First, Sharjah. The […]

The emirate of Sharjah’s vibrant efforts in building bridges between cultures through the written word, and its specially curated agenda of cultural activities to mark its participation as Guest of Honour at Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2022 (BCBF), were the key highlights of a virtual discussion held at the ongoing online edition of BCBF 2021. […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) organized today a workshop to familiarize its employees with the businesses available for foreign ownership and the legal forms regulating this matter in addition to discussing mechanisms of implementing Federal Decree-Law No. (26) of 2020 amending the provisions of Federal Law No. (2) Of 2015 on Commercial […]

As part of my ongoing series of interviews with UAE-based entrepreneurs, I met with Laura this morning. Her story is inspiring because she gave up being a part of a thriving family business to travel on a path less traveled! Armed with a degree in Business from Bucharest, Romania she came to Abu Dhabi and started her […]

The preparations are in full swing to host the 2nd edition of the “Jewels of Emirates” Show at the Expo Centre Sharjah from 30 June to 3 July under the theme “Glamour of beauty” and with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI). Jewels of Emirates Show is the first Emirati […]

On World Refugee Day on Sunday, June 20, HH Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, will virtually address the fifth annual edition of the Sharjah International Award for Refugee Advocacy and Support (SIARA 2021) at 1 noon GST. This will be followed by the awarding of AED […]

Rahaf’s story is so compelling that it must be shared with a larger audience. I had the opportunity to connect with her on Zoom and was overwhelmed to hear how she is every day serving and supporting business leaders who are suffering from mental tensions, anxiety, and loss of self-esteem. It is a fact that […]

A creatively enthusiastic group of children took their first steps into the world of animation filmaking at an online workshop organised recently by FUNN – the Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting media arts learning among children and youth. Led by popular Emirati animator and multimedia trainer,Jamila Ibrahim Al Mualla, HCT graduate, Majored in […]

Sharjah Collection by Mysk, a group of distinctive boutique eco-retreats under the Mysk by Shaza umbrella, and purposefully located in key locations throughout the emirate of Sharjah, announced that Mysk Kingfisher Retreat & Mysk Al Faya Retreat today have been recognised as a 2021 Travelers’ Choice award winner for Travelers’ Choice Award. This achievement celebrates businesses that […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah and the Italian Industry and Commerce Office in the UAE discussed ways to develop bilateral cooperation, enhance the presence of Italian companies in the exhibitions hosted and organized by the center throughout the year, and scale up the participation of the Sharjah business community in the Italian exhibitions. This came during […]

Motorcycle photojournalist Neale Bayly’s unconventional path to fulfillment set the tone for a delightful conversation with Aidan Sullivan, Vice President of Photo Assignment for Getty Images, on Day 2 (Thursday, February 11) of the Xposure International Photography Festival currently being held at Expo Centre Sharjah. The conversation, exploring the two-time award-winning television producer-host’s ‘Philanthropic Motorcycle […]

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) hosted a visit by H.E. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and Small and Medium Enterprises, to explore Sharjah’s growing startup ecosystem and Sheraa’s founder-focused approach to ecosystem building, as well as connect with some of UAE’s top startups supported by Sheraa. H.E Dr. Ahmad Belhoul […]

The Representative Committee of the Real Estate Sector Business Group of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) organized, in collaboration with Sharjah Police General Command, a coordination meeting with representatives of the concerned government bodies and departments in the emirate and real estate owners to discuss challenges and negative phenomena and their impact […]

Eman Bushulaibi, Director of the Sharjah Public Library (SPL), has been elected to the Middle East and North Africa Regional Division Committee of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA). Bushulaibi will work directly with the other Regional Division Committee members to define advocacy priorities and to build capacity across the region. As Director of SPL, […]

After years of creating my online brand, I decided to share my top suggestions for developing an online brand for you and your business. Every business owner, startup businessman, and CEO, in my opinion, should have had their branding set up and running alongside or completely apart from their company’s main structure. Embrace your uniqueness. […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) recently welcomed Mr. Lars Pera, Ambassador of the Republic of Guatemala to the UAE, and Mr. Jose Bassila, Commercial Counsellor at the Embassy of Guatemala. The visiting delegation was received by HE Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman, SCCI, Mohammed Ahmed Amin Al Awadi, Director-General of the SCCI, […]

As part of its network expansion plans, Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has announced the introduction of a new service to Phuket, Thailand, with direct flights from Sharjah International Airport starting on July 2, 2021. Air Arabia is the first low-cost carrier in the region to […]

The Pearl Initiative (PI), the leading independent, non-profit organisation working to improve corporate accountability and transparency in the Gulf region, has launched its exclusive report on corporate stewardship in the Gulf region. The report, titled ‘CEO Perspectives Report: Corporate Stewardship in Times of Crisis’, provides in-depth insights from 35 regional business leaders, including eight female […]

ENOC Group opened two new service stations in Sharjah, bringing the total number of ENOC’s service stations to nine in Sharjah and 155 across the UAE. Located in Al Rahmaniya residential area on the E611, both service stations are part of a larger plan to construct 12 new stations in Sharjah by the end of […]

I am excited to share this awesome conversation I had with Kristel on Zoom. Based in Dubai since 2007, Kristel is an award-winning contemporary artist who has quickly established herself as the rising star of the Middle Eastern art world. Recognized for her dynamic patterns and expressive colours, Kristel’s artwork consists of the revolutionary creation of photographic […]

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has announced the resumption of direct flights between Sharjah and Vienna, starting October 15, 2021. Schedule to Vienna,effective October 15, 2021 (all times local): Flight Departure Time Arrival Time Aircraft Frequency  G9 571 Sharjah 07:30 Vienna 11:45 Airbus A320 Fri/Sat G9 […]

Bank of Sharjah PJSC (Abu Dhabi SE: BOS) (the “Bank” or the “Group”), one of the leading commercial banks in the UAE, held on 3 June 2021its virtual Annual General Meeting for all shareholders. At the meeting, the Bank presented its robust performance for FY2020 which saw the Bank maintain its underlying profitability despite the […]

Building on the strong bilateral ties between the UAE and Italy, the Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has teamed up with Fondazione Torino Musei to launch an exhibition that explores the relationship between Islam and water in the first-ever collaboration between the cities of Sharjah and Turin. Scheduled from 9th June, 2021 to 11th December, under […]

Bee’ah, the award-winning sustainability and environmental services pioneer, has signed a renewal of its strategic partnership agreement with Hamriyah Free Zone Authority, to provide integrated waste management services for the free zone community. The agreement was signed on Thursday by HE Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of Hamriyah Free Zone Authority and Fahad Ali Fahad […]

In line with its strategic plan and goal to provide high quality international services, SharjahAirport Authority has celebrated a new achievement by being awarded the ISO certificate for the global information security management system once again. The certificate has been issued for a period of three years, following an audit and evaluation process where all […]

Pegah came highly recommended through a common friend. Last week I caught up with her on Zoom. She came across as a confident and charming professional who plays to her strengths and knows where she is going. Her story will resonate with a lot of old-timers in Dubai. Back in the day, when one came to […]

The House of Wisdom is a magnet for curious minds, dreamers and learners. It is designed as a space to enhance cultural understanding, and cross-cultural communication between nations, while offering continuous opportunities for learning and gaining knowledge. Apart from 300,000 books and e-books in all genres which can be accessed through interactive digital self-service stations, […]

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, organized on Wednesday, in collaboration with the Portugal Global – Trade & Investment Agency (AICEP), the Sharjah-Portugal Business Forum, which aims to highlight joint investment opportunities and explore prospects for cooperation and bilateral partnerships in various economic sectors. The forum is also considered a perfect opportunity for businessmen […]

HE Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, CEO of Expo Centre Sharjah, has affirmed that the Global Exhibitions Day is an important occasion to highlight the important role played by the conference and exhibition industry in the economic life of many countries, where it helps increase national income and contribute to achieving sustainable economic development. Al Midfa […]

The 2nd edition of the Big Shopper Sale has begun Wednesday amid the participation of all major global brands, homegrown labels as well as regional players who will be offering the best deals on lifestyle, beauty, and fashion products to woo shoppers. The five-day mega sale event offers and fantastic deals and exciting discounts of […]

The Sharjah Exports Development Center (SEDC), an initiative of Sharjah Chamber of commerce and Industry (SCCI), has announced plans to send a trade mission to Russia next September. A delegation of businessmen and investors from the chamber will be visiting the transcontinental country to strengthen economic ties, develop industries, improve trade exchanges, and forge new and promising […]

The Refrigerator is one of the most essential appliances you need in your home. You may manage to live without a microwave or a toaster but not without the ideal refrigerator. It preserves your food and keeps it fresh and healthy. So, if you have the intention to buy a new refrigerator, here are some […]