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Talabat records 60% increase in its orders

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4 years ago

March 4, 2022

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talabat, the UAE’s leading local tech organisation, has recorded over 60 per cent increase in its orders in 2021. The growth was registered in orders across its portfolio, which includes food, groceries and other non-food verticals. It’s customer base went up by over 30 per cent, with over two million new app downloads registered in 2021.

talabat today provides over 17,000 restaurant partners on its platform with a tech solution to enhance their online reach, in addition to data and tools to scale their business while giving them access to the company’s wide logistics network and industry expertise.

talabat was the first online food delivery platform to expand its operations to Zayed City, Al Dhafra region in Abu Dhabi in the first half of 2021.

In 2021, there was a growth of over 100 per cent in talabat’s non-food orders. talabat Mart (tMart), talabat’s own q-commerce and dark store concept grew more than 70 per cent in orders, and spread its presence across all seven emirates. More than 25 stores were strategically placed to meet the growing demand.

Tatiana Rahal, managing director, talabat UAE, said: “We are delighted to report strong year on year performance as we grow and expand our business. As a tech company, data plays a crucial role in our growth, steering our efforts to improve our services and fill market gaps to provide value, convenience and ease for our stakeholders across our operations, and on every level. Supporting SMEs has also been a big focus for us, and we have done this through strategic partnerships with the departments of economic development in Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain. This is an area we are continuously looking to enhance as part of our efforts to empower business owners in the Emirates.”

“2021 was an important year for the company, and with growth comes an increased sense of responsibility to give back to the communities we operate in, as well as our growing fleet of riders who continue to be at the heart of everything we do. It gives me so much pleasure to see how we utilise our platform for good, allowing consumers to share their appreciation to riders by tipping them, and to communities in need in the UAE and across the world through their generous donations.”

“Looking ahead to 2022, we see a positive outlook for the UAE market as the country spearheads projects in different sectors with the support of its visionary leadership.”

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Dubai’s new DEWA headquarters is world’s tallest energy-positive government building

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2 weeks ago

May 15, 2026

Michael Gomes

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Dubai has just unveiled another futuristic landmard, and this one could redefine sustainable government buildings worldwide.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, officially inaugurated Al Sheraa, the new headquarters of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) in Al Jaddaf.

Mind-blowing numbers

Dubbed the tallest, largest, and smartest energy-positive government building in the world, Al Sheraa is designed to produce more energy than it consumes, making it a major milestone in Dubai’s sustainability journey.

دشَّنا مبنى "الشراع" المقر الرئيسي الجديد لهيئة كهرباء ومياه دبي في منطقة الجداف… أعلى وأكبر وأذكى مبنى حكومي إيجابي الطاقة في العالم…

110 آلاف مستشعر ذكي وأكثر من 1500 نقطة وصول لاسلكية و3200 جهاز شبكي لإنتاج أكثر من 1.9 مليون أمر تحكم آلي يومياً.. بقدرة إنتاجية للكهرباء… pic.twitter.com/kJSxilwqzr
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) May 15, 2026

The building features:
• 110,000 smart sensors
• 1,500+ wireless access points
• 3,200 connected smart devices
• Over 1.9 million automated control commands daily
• Solar energy systems generating up to 5 MW of electricity

The building combines cutting-edge AI, automation, and renewable energy technologies to create a next-generation workspace focused on efficiency and sustainability.

Calling it a “global architectural icon,” Sheikh Mohammed said the project reflects Dubai’s leadership in innovation, smart technology, and green energy.

From AI-powered systems to solar-powered operations, Dubai is once again showing the world what the cities of the future could look like

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Learning to drive in Dubai? The RTA just changed the training curriculum

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2 weeks ago

May 13, 2026

Michael Gomes

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Dubai is getting a major tech upgrade for trainee drivers. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has updated its light vehicle driver training curriculum to include modern smart driving technologies and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

The move reflects the growing number of vehicles equipped with intelligent safety features on Dubai’s roads and aims to better prepare new drivers for modern driving conditions.

What’s included in the new training?

The updated curriculum now covers training on:

Forward collision warning
Blind spot monitoring
Lane departure alerts
Parking assist systems
Adaptive cruise control
ABS braking systems
Other advanced driver safety technologies

According to Sultan Al Akraf, Director of Drivers Licensing at the RTA, the revised programme is designed to improve driver behaviour, enhance road safety and help reduce traffic accidents.

Integrated into driving schools and tests

The new content has been added to:

Theoretical lessons
Practical driving sessions
Official driver handbooks

The programme was developed in collaboration with Dubai’s driving institutes to align training with internationally recognised road safety standards.

RTA says more than 250,000 trainees have already benefited from the updated curriculum in recent years, while workshops continue to be held for driving schools to ensure instructors stay updated on evolving vehicle technologies.

As cars become increasingly automated and technology-driven, understanding ADAS systems is becoming a key part of safe driving.

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New Dubai Smart Bus Station connects metro, taxis and buses in real time

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3 weeks ago

May 11, 2026

Michael Gomes

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Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially opened Dubai’s first Smart Bus Station at Mall of the Emirates, introducing a new tech-driven public transport experience for commuters across the city.

The station offers round-the-clock customer services through interactive smart platforms that reduce waiting times and improve the overall passenger experience.

Smart bus routes

The new station serves 11 bus routes, including Dubai Metro feeder buses, internal city routes and seasonal services. It also directly connects to the Dubai Metro via the Mall of the Emirates Metro Station.

The smart hub links commuters to major residential and commercial areas, including Al Barsha, Jumeirah Village Circle, Arabian Ranches, Dubai Studio City and Dubai Science Park, as well as tourist hotspots such as Dubai Miracle Garden and Global Village.

Covering around 147 square metres, the station can accommodate up to 20 passengers at a time and also includes a dedicated driver rest area.

Real-time Metro, taxi updates

Among its standout features are real-time digital displays showing bus and metro arrival times, taxi availability and local area navigation. The station also includes a smart kiosk with a virtual assistant for journey planning, Lost and Found support and direct access to customer service.

Passengers can additionally view live occupancy levels on arriving buses, helping them make more efficient travel decisions and reducing congestion during busy periods.