Latest news with #partnership
Zawya
2 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Archer partners with Jetex to integrate global infrastructure portfolio into Air Taxi Network
The companies will work together to design the passenger experience, deploy charging infrastructure and integrate Archer's Midnight eVTOL aircraft into daily operations across Jetex's international portfolio of 40 private aircraft terminals in more than 30 countries. This strategic alliance builds on Archer's growing infrastructure network and partnerships with other leaders in the industry, establishing a vertiport network that can support the growth of Archer's air taxi operations globally. Paris, France – Archer (NYSE: ACHR) today announced a strategic partnership with Jetex, a leading global aviation services provider, focused on developing infrastructure across Jetex's international portfolio of private terminals to support Archer's planned commercial air taxi network. This collaboration, planned to focus initially on infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates, is expected to expand to additional sites around the world across Jetex's global portfolio, which includes 40 private aircraft terminals in more than 30 countries. Building upon Archer's prior partnerships with other leading infrastructure providers, this approach advances Archer's plans to scale a vertiport network that can support the growth plans for Archer's air taxi operations globally. Under this partnership, the two companies plan to enhance Jetex's strategically located fixed base operator (FBOs) locations to better suit Archer's Midnight aircraft. Archer plans to work with Jetex to design the passenger experience and integrate eVTOL aircraft into daily upgrades will be paired with Jetex's luxury service standards to deliver an efficient, tech-enabled customer journey. Adel Mardini, Founder & CEO of Jetex commented: 'eVTOL technology is an instrumental part of our industry, designed to transform urban mobility and shape the future of business aviation. We are proud to work with our partners at Archer on making this ambitious vision a reality at Jetex Abu Dhabi and our other global destinations.' Adam Goldstein, founder and CEO of Archer, said, 'Building a beautiful, safe and high-performing aircraft is only one aspect of our business. To succeed in the UAE and beyond we need to pair Midnight with strategic infrastructure that allows us to operate by delivering a premium experience for our passengers. With their wide-ranging global portfolio, and deep expertise with high-end customer service, Jetex is a perfect fit as a partner in Archer's commercialization strategy.' The announcement comes as Archer continues to advance its certification and commercialization efforts in the UAE and beyond, building on recent achievements including regulatory design approval for the UAE's first hybrid heliport at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal and ongoing partnerships with leading regional operators including Abu Dhabi Aviation. About Archer Archer is designing and developing the key enabling technologies and aircraft necessary to power the future of aviation. About Jetex An award-winning global leader in private aviation, Jetex is recognized for delivering flexible, best-in-class solutions to customers worldwide. Jetex provides exceptional private terminals (FBOs), lifestyle concierge and aircraft charter services, as well as fuelling, ground handling and global trip planning. The company caters to both owners and operators of business jets for corporate, commercial and personal air travel.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Microsoft and OpenAI Forged a Close Bond. Why It's Now Too Big to Last.
The partnership that made so much sense from 2019 to 2023 has now made each company too dependent on the other. Why a divorce looks inevitable.
Zawya
4 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Azizi teams up with Thomsun Industries for Dubai project work
Dubai-based Azizi Developments has announced that it it has signed a partnership deal with Thomsun Industries, a leading supplier of site support solutions in UAE. Through this partnership, Thomsun Industries will provide a comprehensive range of support services across Azizi's projects in Dubai South, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai Sports City, and Al Furjan, including Venice, Creek Views III, Grand, and Central, said Azzizi in a statement. With a legacy of service excellence and a broad regional footprint, Thomsun Industries brings decades of experience to the country's built environment. Known for its reliability and operational responsiveness, the company plays a critical role in enabling seamless construction workflows and efficient site management across a variety of major developments in the region, it stated. On the deal, Group CEO Farhad Azizi said: "Thomsun Industries is a respected UAE-born enterprise that will add strong operational value to our growing portfolio. As we continue to scale up our construction efforts across Dubai, reliable site support remains a crucial component of our delivery framework." "This partnership reflects our commitment to working with homegrown leaders who align with our ambition to set new standards in efficiency, accountability, and construction excellence," he stated. One of the projects that Thomsun Industries is contracted for is Azizi Venice, which comprises more than 36,000 residential units across 100+ apartment complexes and over 109 ultra-luxury mansions, said Azizi. Azizi Developments is taking on the role of master developer, in charge of constructing the buildings, roads, and all the infrastructure, he added. Also Azizi announced its partnership with Esharah Etisalat Security Solutions, a UAE-based provider of mission-critical communication solutions. As part of this collaboration, Esharah will supply the TETRA communications system for Burj Azizi, the second tallest tower in the world. Operating under Nedaa, the professional communications corporation of Dubai, Esharah specializes in deploying high-security telecommunications infrastructure for government and large-scale private sector projects across the UAE. The TETRA (Terrestrial Trunked Radio) system will ensure seamless, encrypted, and highly reliable communications throughout Burj Azizi, supporting operational efficiency, safety, and emergency responsiveness across the tower's residential, hospitality, commercial, and leisure components. "We are proud to partner with Esharah Etisalat Security Solutions, a leading name in secure telecommunications, for Burj Azizi. As a landmark project designed to set new global benchmarks in engineering and luxury, the iconic Burj Azizi requires best-in-class systems that match its scale, complexity and sophisticationm," said Azizi. "This partnership will bring about resilient and uninterrupted communication across all operations in the tower, contributing to both safety and performance," he added. Scheduled for completion by 2028, the 725-m high 131+ storey Burj Azizi offers an exquisite mix of residential, hotel, retail and entertainment spaces. An ultra luxury mall, home to most high-end fashion brands, will occupy the retail section. According to Azizi, the residential section will include luxurious one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. For every 20 floors of residences, a dedicated amenity floor is planned, consisting of swimming pools with sauna and steam room, a fully fitted gym and yoga center, a spa, a games room including billiard, chess and ping-pong, a business center, a kids' play area, a cinema, a restaurant and coffee shop, and a supermarket. "Moving up, the luxury apartments will be topped by ultra luxury penthouses, ranging from one to five-bedroom units and enjoying exclusive access to all amenities. Separate lobbies will serve the residences and the penthouse units," he Developments' Sales Gallery can be visited on the 13th floor of the Conrad Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road. Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
4 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Rotana boosts sustainability with Ecolab, Stella Hospitality
Rotana, one of the region's leading hotel management companies, has announced a new multi-faceted sustainability partnership with Ecolab, a global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions, and Stella Hospitality, a provider of sustainable guest amenity packaging. The partnership builds on a renewed agreement with Ecolab, marking 20 years of collaboration, and introduces Stella Hospitality into Rotana's supplier ecosystem for the first time. The partnership was formalised through individual agreements with Ecolab and Stella Hospitality, following leadership-level engagements with representatives from all parties. Together, the three organisations will support Rotana in advancing its sustainability objectives across operations and guest touchpoints — from reducing water and energy consumption to phasing out single-use plastics and enhancing in-room product design. 'This renewed partnership with Ecolab, and the addition of Stella Hospitality, reflects our determination to make a meaningful and lasting impact,' said Philip Barnes, Chief Executive Officer at Rotana. 'It's about moving beyond intention to action — reducing resource use where it matters and making conscious choices that shape a better guest experience.' Scaling Measurable Sustainable Impact Across Operations and Guest Experience As part of the renewed partnership, Ecolab will continue to implement technologies that help Rotana reduce water, energy, and chemical use while maintaining high standards of hygiene and operational efficiency. These outcomes are tracked using Ecolab's eROISM (Exponential Return on Investment) proprietary tool, which measures both environmental and financial impact — enabling smarter, data-driven decision-making across hotel operations. This approach directly supports findings from Ecolab's global Watermark Study, which shows that consumers remain very concerned about climate change and are increasingly willing to support businesses that prioritise sustainability. By applying smart systems that optimise water and energy use, the partnership ensures Rotana remains ahead of these challenges. 'This partnership shows how data-driven collaboration can deliver measurable environmental progress at scale,' said Stefan Umiastowski, Senior Vice President & Market Head IMEA, Ecolab. 'By combining advanced technologies with our proprietary tool eROI , we're helping Rotana make smarter operational decisions — reducing resource use while upholding the highest standards of hygiene and guest experience.' In parallel, Stella Hospitality will supply recyclable amenity bottles, replacing single-use plastics across select properties. Purpose-built for hospitality, these solutions are designed to reduce environmental impact, enhance the in-room experience, and align with Rotana's operational needs and brand identity. A Foundation Built on Long-Term Collaboration Rotana's renewed agreement with Ecolab builds on a 20-year partnership that has delivered measurable and lasting environmental outcomes. Through Ecolab's proprietary value measurement approaches — including Total Value Delivered (TVD) and Exponential Return on Investment (eROI) — the collaboration has helped optimise hotel operations and reduce environmental impact across multiple Rotana properties. In the UAE alone, the partnership has supported: 51 million litres of water savings annually 636,000 kWh of energy conserved each year, equivalent to powering 1,800 homes 130 metric tonnes of CO₂ emissions avoided annually 24,000 kilograms of plastic eliminated annually 'Sustainability works best when it's built into how we operate every day — not treated as a separate initiative,' said Eddy Tannous, Chief Operating Officer at Rotana. 'Ecolab's data-driven approach has helped us turn sustainability into a process of continuous improvement. Together, we've achieved meaningful reductions in water and energy use, plastic waste, and emissions — all while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and delivering safer, more thoughtful guest experiences.' The impact of the partnership was highlighted at the Rotana 2025 Leadership Conference in Al Ain, where Ecolab delivered a keynote titled 'Sustainability Can Be Measured.' The presentation outlined how analytics, tools, and proven methodologies are enabling hospitality leaders to track and improve sustainability performance across their operations. This collaboration has also contributed to Rotana achieving Green Key certification across several of its properties — a globally recognised standard for excellence in sustainable hotel management. 'Together, we've enabled Rotana to reach internationally recognised sustainability credentials by embedding responsible practices into every operational detail — a foundation we're proud to continue building on,' added Arzu Alibaz, Vice President, Institutional Division, Ecolab.
Al Bawaba
5 hours ago
- Business
- Al Bawaba
DP World International League T20 and Kuwait Cricket Board enter strategic partnership for growth of the sport in Kuwait
The DP World International League T20 and the Kuwait Cricket Board have entered an exciting partnership for the growth of the sport in Kuwait. Through the partnership the DP World ILT20 will organise cricket matches in the country which will be aimed at identifying and developing the participating agreement between the Kuwait Cricket Board and DP World ILT20 was inked at a signing ceremony organised recently at the Dubai International Stadium. As per the agreement, a domestic event like the DP World ILT20 UAE Development Tournament, will be conducted annually in Kuwait to provide the players from Kuwait an opportunity to get selected by ILT20 franchises for the main DP World ILT20 event. In the coming years, the league will also aim to host DP World ILT2o matches in Kuwait. Chairman ILT20 and Vice-Chairman Emirates Cricket Board Khalid Al Zarooni: 'We are very proud to announce our collaboration with Kuwait Cricket Board as they join our league [DP World ILT20]. It is a great honour for us, and we look forward to many more such collaborations in the future. Kuwait is very important to us; it is a great country and keen on promoting and further developing cricket. 'Kuwait and the rest of the Gulf countries are all one, the [cricket playing] communities are residing throughout the region and our aim with the DP World ILT20 is to grow and develop the game in the entire region. Our endeavour is to provide maximum opportunities to the players and for the fans to join us at this great tournament which we are trying to grow more and more.'President Kuwait Cricket Haider Farman: 'I am honoured to formalise this agreement between Kuwait Cricket and the Emirates Cricket Board to further promote the DP World ILT20 — not only in our two nations but across the entire region. This partnership is a key pillar of the league's broader vision for the growth and globalisation of cricket. We firmly believe that cricket can serve as a powerful bridge between our countries, and we look forward to this collaboration bringing meaningful benefits to our players, coaches, and officials alike.'It is also a matter of great pride that Kuwait becomes the first country in the world to be officially recognized as a strategic partner of the DP World ILT20.'Cricket continues to grow in popularity in the State of Kuwait, with Kuwait Cricket making significant strides both on and off the field. This landmark collaboration with the Emirates Cricket Board and the ILT20 will play a critical role in helping us realize our long-term vision — to involve more Kuwaiti nationals in our cricketing ecosystem, especially as players and officials.'With the Asian Games scheduled to take place in Qatar in 2030 and Saudi Arabia in 2034, the timing couldn't be better. DP World ILT20 can be a transformative force in inspiring the next generation of local talent to embrace the sport across the GCC like never before.'CEO DP World ILT20 David White: 'I would like to congratulate Kuwait Cricket on their vision and foresight that has led to this exciting alliance. The DP World ILT2o's long term vision is to grow the game not only in the UAE but across the Gulf region.'This partnership provides a great opportunity for Kuwait Cricket and their young players to develop further. We have seen it in the DP World ILT20 how the young UAE players have benefited enormously through this incredible platform under some world-class coaching.'The UAE team recently won a T20I series against Bangladesh which is indeed a testament to the success of the DP World ILT20 as a lot of the UAE team members had received great exposure at the league in recent years, surely Kuwait and other countries in the region are going to benefit as well.'Director General Kuwait Cricket Sajid Ashraf: 'This momentous collaboration with the Emirates Cricket Board — a true leader in regional cricket development and the driving force behind the world-class DP World ILT20 — marks a historic milestone for Kuwait Cricket. It opens the door to a long-awaited dream: enabling our Kuwait players to pursue full-time professional cricket careers on the international franchise stage.'Just as importantly, it offers a powerful platform for corporate houses in Kuwait to connect with a vibrant, cricket-loving expatriate community of over two million people, within a total population of five million. This initiative provides a unique opportunity for Kuwaiti brands to expand their footprint regionally, starting with the UAE. We are deeply passionate about our Kuwaiti businesses becoming an integral part of both KCC and the DP World ILT20.'These well-established corporations in Kuwait have so much to offer in supporting the continued growth of cricket across the region, and their involvement will only strengthen the sport's ecosystem. This is undoubtedly a win-win for all stakeholders — players, sponsors, partners, fans, and the broader cricket community. We are excited about the ILT20 Development Tournament and eagerly await the first ball being delivered right here in the State of Kuwait.' Meanwhile, the DP World International League T20 Season 4 will begin on Tuesday, 2 December – UAE National Day (Eid-Al-Etihad) with the six-team, 34-match tournament set to conclude with the final on Sunday, 4 January 2026. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
