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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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New Dh3 electric bus service launches in JLT this week

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Getting around Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) is about to become much easier. A new fully electric bus service, JLT Link, launches on August 1, offering residents and visitors a convenient way to travel across the neighbourhood for just Dh3 per ride.

Replacing the existing bus service, the new network is designed to make short trips around JLT quicker, cheaper and more sustainable.

How does JLT Link work?

The service operates a fleet of turquoise electric buses across two circular routes:

  • Route 1: Clusters A to N
  • Route 2: Clusters O to Z

There’s no need to book. Simply head to the nearest bus stop, scan the QR code to pay and hop on.

Metro connections and 18 stops

JLT Link connects directly with both DMCC Metro Station and Sobha Realty Metro Station, making it easier to continue your journey across Dubai.

The network serves 18 stops across JLT and Uptown Dubai, with buses arriving every 20 minutes.

Sustainable and accessible

The fully electric buses are part of DMCC’s wider sustainability strategy and feature:

  • Low-floor boarding
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Space for standing passengers

The launch complements other sustainability initiatives across JLT, including solar-powered infrastructure, Dubai Can refill stations and community recycling facilities.

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UAE fuel prices: Will petrol get cheaper in August? Here’s what to expect

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UAE motorists could see petrol prices fall for a second consecutive month in August, although any reduction is expected to be modest as global oil markets remain volatile.

Experts are predicting lower crude oil prices during July will support another cut at the pump, but the ongoing geopolitical tensions and tight fuel inventories are likely to limit how much prices fall.

Based on current trends, experts estimate Special 95 could fall to around Dh3.13 per litre, while Super 98 could drop to about Dh3.24 per litre.

Oil markets continue to react to geopolitical developments, particularly tensions involving Iran and concerns over shipping routes in the Gulf.

However, prices are capable of moving up sharply if regional tensions escalate.

July fuel prices

  • Super 98: Dh3.40 per litre
  • Special 95: Dh3.29 per litre
  • E-Plus 91: Dh3.21 per litre
  • Diesel: Dh3.60 per litre

The UAE is expected to announce fuel prices for August this week, with many motorists hoping for another reduction to help ease the rising cost of living and daily commuting expenses.

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UAE weather alert: More summer showers expected as dust and strong winds persist

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The UAE is set for more unsettled summer weather over the coming days, with afternoon rain expected in parts of the country even as temperatures continue to climb above 40°C.

According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), convective clouds are forecast to develop daily from Friday through Monday, August 3, bringing a chance of showers, particularly over eastern and southern areas of the UAE.

Where is rain expected?

The highest chance of rainfall is expected across eastern and southern parts of the country, including areas around Fujairah, the east coast of Sharjah and parts of Abu Dhabi’s interior. Elsewhere, skies will remain fair to partly cloudy.

The weather is being driven by a surface low-pressure system extending from the east, supported by an upper-air low-pressure system that is creating favourable conditions for cloud formation.

Hot days, stormy afternoons

Despite the rain forecast, temperatures will remain high:

  • Inland: 43°C to 48°C
  • Coastal areas: 38°C to 44°C
  • Mountains: 30°C to 38°C

Winds will be light to moderate but could strengthen to 45km/h at times, especially around developing storm clouds, raising dust and reducing visibility in exposed areas.

Sea conditions are expected to remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.

Day-by-day forecast

  • Friday: Afternoon clouds over eastern and southern regions with a chance of rain. Winds up to 40km/h.
  • Saturday: Fair to partly cloudy with afternoon showers possible in the east and south.
  • Sunday: Similar conditions, with another chance of convective rain in eastern and southern areas.
  • Monday: Unsettled weather continues, with rain possible and stronger winds likely to kick up dust.

El Nino expected to strengthen

The wet spell comes as the NCM says there is a 98% probability of moderate El Nino conditions persisting between July and November 2026.

Looking ahead, the NCM expects both temperatures and rainfall across the UAE to remain near to above seasonal averages through the second half of the year.

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