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Abu Dhabi’s Aldar records best quarter ever on deals, with Dh2.69b in Q3-21

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Occupied offplan dispatch plan is actually benefiting Aldar, and drawing in more youthful purchaser

Dubai: Abu Dhabi ace engineer Aldar is feeling the full advantages from consistent off arrangement dispatches and its expectation on conveying progressing projects. Net benefit for the initial nine months of 2021 are at Dh1.54 billion – and that comes from a 28 percent year-on-year increment.

In the July to end September period, the organization recorded improvement deals of Dh2.69 billion – its most noteworthy ever in any quarter. A “enhancing private purchaser and financial backer profile with expanding number of more youthful and female purchasers” was refered to by the engineer for the business spike.

“Aldar’s solid monetary and working presentation this year proceeded into Q3, mirroring our capacity to support development,” said Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group CEO. “As post-pandemic recuperation built up speed, our enhanced organizations kept on bouncing back at pace, with the second from last quarter conveying Dh2.69 billion being developed deals, supplemented by strong renting movement for our retail and business venture property portfolios.”

Aldar was the main designer in the UAE to get once again into offplan dispatch mode after the COVID-19 made break and it has kept the dispatches coming through occasionally this year too, focussed for the most part on the Yas Island.

“We hope to see working exercises across our business and retail resources keep on developing in accordance with the macroeconomic recuperation that is well in progress,” the CEO added. “Aldar keeps on looking for alluring and worth accretive speculation freedoms to develop our arrangement of working resources and we intend to carry all the more new advancements to the market, driven by our extending customer base, including abroad financial backers.”

Last quarter, the Abu Dhabi organization additionally made a drive into Egypt through a proposal for SODIC, one of the greater players in that market.

Income gains in same direction

With initial nine-month improvement deals at Dh6.14 billion, Aldar’s general incomes for the period was Dh6.32 billion, up 8 percent on 2020. Net benefits were at Dh2.43 billion. (In another enormous silver lining, the income accumulation likewise hit a record Dh5.86 billion, “supporting future income perceivability”.) All of the new deals age is assisting Aldar with hardening its money position, which was parted between Dh3.6 billion of unlimited money and Dh4 billion in undrawn submitted offices. These will assist with ‘feasible long haul development openings,” the designer said.

Obviously, the retail portfolio – with resources like Yas Mall – likewise recorded a ricochet back, with higher footfall and deals coming to up to “close pre-Covid” levels.

Update on Egypt bargain

Aldar is as yet anticipating administrative leeway in Egypt for the SODIC securing. Aldar has lined up with another Abu Dhabi substance – ADQ – in setting up the deal.

It was recently that Aldar talked about a section into new business sectors, mirroring an adjustment of its functional model and a selective spotlight on its headquarters.

SODIC is one of the greater names in the Egypt land space, with a portfolio that ranges for the most part upscale masterplanned networks.

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Aldar additionally sees openings opening up to gain huge land banks in Abu Dhabi – and somewhere else in the UAE. That would incorporate retail and instructive resources just as private, as per Fewer. Additionally, there will a nearer investigation of potential outcomes in the coordinations and warehousing, which after the pandemic drove interruption has become hot property.

“We think there is opportunities for loads of combination in Abu Dhabi,” said Greg Fewer, Chief Financial and Sustainability Officer. “Aldar has the solid capacity to make groundbreaking acquisitions.”

Obviously, it has the money close by to make those arrangements conceivable, when one appears The close to Dh7 billion has its employments. “Stay fluid when enormous portfolios become accessible out of nowhere,” said Fewer.

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Dubai churches fully reopen from July 1: What worshippers need to know

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Two of Dubai’s largest Catholic churches have resumed full operations, ending temporary restrictions introduced in April and allowing parishioners to return to normal church activities.

Here’s what has changed.

Which churches have reopened?

The following churches are now fully open from July 1:

  • St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Oud Metha
  • St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Jebel Ali

Both churches confirmed they are resuming all parish activities following the latest directives from the authorities.

What restrictions have been lifted?

Parishioners can now:

  • Attend all Masses and services.
  • Participate in parish activities and community events.
  • Return to regular church life without the temporary attendance restrictions.

Why were restrictions introduced?

The measures, announced in April, were aimed at preventing overcrowding and included:

  • Suspension of outdoor church activities.
  • Weekend Masses limited to adults aged 18 and above.
  • Mandatory online registration.
  • No entry for children or unregistered visitors.
  • Livestreamed Masses for those unable to attend.

Are any guidelines still in place?

Yes. While churches have fully reopened, worshippers are encouraged to continue following any applicable guidelines and to be respectful and considerate of others during services.

What does this mean for parishioners?

The reopening restores normal parish life, allowing families and worshippers to once again take part in religious services, community events and other church activities without the temporary restrictions.

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UAE visa-on-arrival for Filipinos explained: Who is eligible and how it works

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The UAE has introduced a visa-on-arrival facility for eligible Filipino passport holders, making it easier for many travellers to visit the country without applying for a visa in advance.

If you’re planning to travel to the UAE, here’s everything you need to know.

Who is eligible for visa on arrival?

Filipino passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival if they have a valid visa, residence permit or Green Card issued by any of the following:

  • United States
  • Canada
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • Japan
  • Singapore
  • South Korea
  • Any European Union (EU) member state

Travellers must ensure that their supporting visa, residence permit or Green Card is valid at the time of arrival in the UAE.

According to the DFA, the UAE introduced the new policy on June 25 in recognition of the strong and growing bilateral relationship between the two countries.

What visa options are available?

Eligible Filipino travellers can choose between two visa-on-arrival options:

14-day visa

  • Fee: Dh100
  • Valid for 14 days
  • Can be extended once for another 14 days for an additional fee of Dh250

60-day visa

  • Fee: Dh250
  • Valid for 60 days
  • Cannot be extended

Why has the UAE introduced this facility?

The new visa-on-arrival policy is expected to make travel easier for eligible Filipino tourists, business travellers and those visiting family and friends in the UAE.

It also reflects the close diplomatic ties between the UAE and the Philippines and is expected to encourage tourism, business activities and stronger people-to-people connections.

Does every Filipino passport holder qualify?

No. The visa-on-arrival facility is not available to all Filipino passport holders.

Only those who hold a valid visa, residence permit or Green Card from one of the eligible countries are covered under the new policy. Travellers who do not meet these requirements must continue to apply for a UAE visa through the standard application process before travelling.

What does this mean for travellers?

The new policy simplifies entry into the UAE for thousands of eligible Filipino travellers by reducing paperwork and offering more flexibility when planning trips. It is expected to benefit tourists, professionals and families while further strengthening travel and economic ties between the UAE and the Philippines.

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Sharjah new public parking rules start from July 1: Here’s what drivers need to know

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Motorists in Sharjah will now need to pay for public parking until midnight following the implementation of new parking regulations that came into effect on July 1.

The updated policy, introduced by Sharjah City Municipality, standardises paid parking hours across the emirate, covering Sharjah city, Kalba, Khor Fakkan and Al Dhaid. Areas marked with yellow parking signs will now follow the same operating schedule as blue-sign parking zones.

Paid Parking from 8am to midnight

Under the revised system, paid public parking is available daily from 8am to midnight.

The municipality clarified that Fridays and official public holidays will continue to offer free parking, except for designated premium parking spaces that remain chargeable throughout the week, including holidays.

More than 124,000 paid parking spaces covered

The new regulations apply to approximately 124,000 paid public parking spaces across the emirate.

While operating hours have been extended, the municipality noted that parking fee structures may differ depending on the type of parking zone, particularly in smart parking areas and popular tourist destinations where separate pricing mechanisms are already in place.

Benefits  for subscription holders

Sharjah City Municipality confirmed that the extended operating hours will not increase seasonal parking subscription fees.

Instead, subscribers will benefit from two additional hours of parking access each day, with the exemption period increasing from 14 hours to 16 hours, offering greater value without extra cost.

Why the parking timings were extended

According to the municipality, the decision was introduced to keep pace with Sharjah’s growing commercial activity and increasing demand for parking, especially during evening hours.

Many residents, restaurant visitors and café customers have experienced difficulty finding available parking after 10 PM. Extending paid parking hours is expected to improve space availability, discourage misuse of parking areas and ensure a smoother turnover of vehicles in busy commercial and residential districts.

Officials also said the move will help reduce illegal and random parking while improving traffic flow and providing better services for both residents and visitors.

Drivers urged to follow new rules

Authorities have encouraged motorists to comply with the updated parking schedule and pay parking fees through the available digital channels, including SMS and the Sharjah Digital mobile application.

Drivers are also advised to consider seasonal parking subscriptions, which offer a quick and convenient way to access public parking across the emirate.

The municipality believes the new unified parking system will improve parking management, enhance customer experience and support Sharjah’s continued urban and economic development.

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