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Dubai to introduce smart monitoring system for delivery bikes; mandatory from 2027

Dubai to introduce smart monitoring system for delivery bikes; mandatory from 2027

Installation of the devices and connection to the platform will remain optional until the end of the first half of 2027, giving delivery companies time to prepare their fleets

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McDonald’s UAE becomes the first quick-service restaurant in the UAE to receive the Autism-Friendly certificate from Dubai Autism Center

McDonald’s UAE becomes the first quick-service restaurant in the UAE to receive the Autism-Friendly certificate from Dubai Autism Center

In response to feedback from families, McDonald’s UAE partners with Dubai Autism Center to provide specialized employee training and introduce autism-friendly experiences across 15 restaurants in Dubai

Dubai, UAE – McDonald’s UAE has officially been awarded the “Autism-Friendly” certificate Read more

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UAE announces fee for cafes, hotels, malls for playing music from December

UAE announces fee for cafes, hotels, malls for playing music from December

Ministry of Economy and Tourism says licences granted to establishments will be valid for one year and renewable, with fee brackets based on business type and size

The UAE’s Ministry of Economy and Tourism has launched a new guide Read more

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Dubai and Google launch ‘Map Your Dubai’ to boost local food and beverage businesses

The programme was unveiled during a Breakfast Club event held at the Etihad Museum, attended by Ahmad Al Room Almheiri, CEO of the Mohammed bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), along with senior officials, Read more

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UAE Restaurant Group Sets a Bold, Collaborative Agenda for 2026 at its AGM and Board Meeting

UAE Restaurant Group Sets a Bold, Collaborative Agenda for 2026 at its AGM and Board Meeting

At its recent meeting, the UAERG outlined a delivery-led roadmap centred on sustainability, capability building, and alignment with the UAE’s national priorities 

During its latest Annual General Meeting (AGM) and subsequent Board Meeting, The UAE Restaurant Group (UAERG) Read more

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Middle East F&B sector in fast forward mode

Food trade in the region is transforming fast, and Gulfood is keeping pace

The Middle East food and beverage sector is entering a decisive new chapter. This is no longer a market defined only by scale, appetite, and accelerated Read more

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Dubai International Chamber showcases growth opportunities in food sector

The chamber’s briefing session brought together 410 representatives from international food and beverage companies

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, hosted a business briefing session today on the sidelines of Gulfood 2026, the Read more

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UAE Restaurant Group Holds First Board Meeting of 2026 Featuring Briefing from the Ministry of Economy & Tourism 

Held on January 9th, the gathering focused on strengthening partnerships, economic growth, developing tourism clusters, introducing new sustainable initiatives, and promoting community engagement through culinary events .

Dubai, UAE (14 January 2026): As the official representative body of the UAE’s Read more

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The tech-driven future of dining: AI-powered tools redefining customer experience

With AI shaping everything from operations to customer engagement, the F&B industry is on the cusp of a new era where success relies on balancing automation with authentic hospitality

The restaurant of today is a far cry from the Read more

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UAE food and beverage market likely to grow to $44 billion by 2029

UAE food and beverage market likely to grow to $44 billion by 2029

The UAE Food Cluster has helped drive innovation across the board and is transforming the way the UAE produces and distributes food

The UAE’s food and beverage market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of Read more

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