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Dubai business setup firm A&A in unique pact with sustainability advisory firm

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In a first for a business setup company in Dubai, A&A Associate has partnered with top international sustainability advisory firm Bon Conseil to kickstart plans for a net zero journey that will see them cut out Green House Gas (GHG) emissions within the next three years.

“A&A Associate has always been a pro-active changemaker, not just picking on trends but, in fact, executing them ahead of others so our business operations and processes remain aligned with UAE Government’s commitment to sustainability,” said Robin Philip, the founder and director of A&A Associate, after signing an MoU with Bon Conseil.

“The dedicated team of professionals at Bon Conseil, with their global experience and expertise, are the ideal partners to assist us in fulfilling this dream of ours of being sustainable in each and every service we provide. Mr Philip hoped the pact will aim to create “an even more diverse and inclusive workforce in A&A Associate in terms of gender and different nationalities.

“The plan is to be more sustainable and environmentally conscious in all the business processes and operations, to align with UAE’s vision on sustainability and reiterate our firm’s commitment to the same, to achieve Net Zero Target for GHG emissions within the next three years and eventually to set many consulting-sector-first sustainable best practices by being a trendsetter with innovative impact-driven initiatives.”

Philip and his team will also plant at least 100 thousand trees in the next year as part of their commitment to making the world a greener place.

Bon Conseil co-founder Tanuj Agarwal was part of the signing ceremony with Philip, A&A Associate Chairman Ahmed Abdualla Ali Mohamed Alamiri and Urmish Mehta, fellow co-founder with Agarwal.

“At Bon Conseil, we view sustainability not as an end in itself, but as the means to a more far-sighted and impact-driven business, which is focussed not only on wealth creation but also has more fiduciary accountability towards the society and environment,” Mr Agarwal said.

“Sustainability is the all-pervasive blood that should run in the veins of the business operations and should not be viewed in silos, devoid of Business.”

Over the period next 12 months, Bon Conseil plans to introduce a number of innovative initiatives at A&A Associate that they say will lead to a ‘significant transformation in the way it does business and will also align with global best practices in sustainability.

“We are delighted to act as sustainability enablers for A&A Associate and the enthusiasm shown by its people towards being impact leaders will fasten the process of transformation and A&A Associate will emerge as a sustainability trendsetter in its business sector,” said Mr Mehta.

About A&A Associate

A&A Associate is a leading Dubai business setup company and the only such firm that houses Chartered Accountants, lawyers, and consultants providing a wide range of legal, auditing, accounting and management consulting solutions, designed to meet different all business needs through a single window.

Visit https://www.aaconsultancy.ae/ if you are someone looking to set up a new business anywhere in the UAE and need help.

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Dubai RTA unveils new bus services and route updates to improve public transport

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Starting Friday, August 29, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will introduce five new bus routes to make getting around the city even easier.

Here’s what’s new:

  • Route 31: Connects Dubai Silicon Oasis with Dubai Outsource City every 20 minutes during peak times.
  • Routes 62A & 62B: The current Route 62 is being split into two. One will link Al Qusais Industrial Area with Al Qusais Metro Station, while the other runs from the Metro to Ras Al Khor-Samari Residences. Every 30 minutes.
  • Route F26A: Helps people move around Al Quoz Industrial Area with trips every 30 minutes.
  • Route X91: A new express service between Al Ghubaiba Bus Station and Jebel Ali Bus Station. (Tip: If you need Business Bay Metro, hop on the adjusted Route 91 instead.)

However, that’s not all; RTA is also tweaking nine existing routes to make travel smoother. Changes include turning some circular routes into straight two-way trips, shortening a few long routes for faster service, and updating paths in areas like Al Quoz, International City, and Jumeirah Village Circle.

Adel Shakri, director at RTA, said the aim is simple: “We want public transport to be the best and easiest way to get around Dubai.”

So, whether you’re heading to work, school, or just out and about, expect faster, smarter, and more comfortable bus rides starting this weekend.

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Dubai RTA goes high-tech with new AI-powered driver training platform

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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out a smart digital platform called Tadreeb to transform the way residents learn to drive in the emirate.

The platform connects all driving schools in Dubai, digitising the entire training and licensing journey, from lessons and assessments to permits. Using artificial intelligence, it also personalises training for learners while aiming to improve road safety.

According to Ahmed Mahboob, CEO of the RTA’s Licensing Agency, Tadreeb currently serves over 250,000 trainees every year across more than 27 training centres, supported by 3,400 instructors and 3,000 vehicles.

Every training car is geo-tracked, with data fed into a central system for better monitoring. Since its launch, the platform has:

  • Cut waiting times for permits by 50%
  • Reduced training costs
  • Improved accuracy of trainee assessments
  • Helped bring down road accidents involving new drivers

Tadreeb has also won international recognition. It is the first unified driver training platform approved by the International Commission for Driver Testing and recently bagged the Prince Michael International Road Safety Award.

The RTA says it will continue upgrading the system with AI and data analytics to make driving lessons even smarter and safer in the years ahead.

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Dubai Police Academy launches one-year master’s in cybersecurity

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Dubai Police Academy has unveiled a new master’s degree in cybersecurity, the first of its kind among police colleges in the Arab world. The one-year programme, which begins in December 2025, comes with tuition fees of Dh60,000 and is open to both UAE citizens and residents.

Dr Ebtsam Al Awadhi, Director of Graduate Studies at the academy, said the degree will cover four key areas: policies and management, digital forensics, digital infrastructure and security, and scientific research and publishing. Unlike traditional police academic programmes that usually take two to three years, this one is designed to be completed in a single year, requiring 30 credit hours across three semesters and a summer term.

Eligibility/Admission
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in law, security sciences or a related field from a university recognised by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education, with a minimum GPA of 3.0. At least five years of professional experience in cybersecurity is required, alongside English proficiency (IELTS 5.5, TOEFL CBT 5.5, TOEFL IBT 550, or equivalent). Candidates must also pass an academic exam and a personal interview.

Industry-driven approach
Dr Saeed Al Rashdi, a cybersecurity expert, said the programme has been designed in line with market needs. “Practical training will take the largest share, supported by theoretical study, and industry specialists will deliver the teaching,” he explained.

Cybercrime expertise
Dubai Police has been at the forefront of tackling digital crime, with its Criminal Data Analysis Centre working alongside the CID to use AI and advanced systems for detecting criminal hotspots and predicting cyber threats. The force has successfully disrupted high-value cyber fraud operations, including tracking a gang behind a multi-billion-dirham scam.

Graduates of the new programme will be well-placed to support such missions, with strong prospects for roles in the cybersecurity sector, and potentially within Dubai Police’s own cybercrime units.

Registration is now open on the Dubai Police Academy website, with the first intake expected to include 15–20 students.

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