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Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the largest district cooling services provider globally, has announced its strategic sponsorship of the 27th Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2025) in Dubai. The event, held from September 30 to October 2, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, serves as a major international platform for showcasing innovations in water, energy, and environmental sustainability. Empower aims to present its advancements in district cooling and its efforts in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency, aligning with the UAE's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Empower CEO Ahmad Bin Shafar emphasized the company's commitment to supporting the UAE's transition to a sustainable economy and highlighted its role in contributing to Dubai's vision of becoming the most sustainable city in the world.
On June 30, 2025, Amlak Finance PJSC held a General Assembly meeting chaired by Mr. Jamal Hamed Almarri at Kempinski the Boulevard, with a quorum of 61.63% of the total attendance. The meeting resolved two key decisions: First, to approve the transfer of AED 307,392,000 from the legal reserve and AED 99,265,000 from the special reserve as of December 31, 2024, to partially offset accumulated losses, pending approval from relevant authorities. Second, to approve the strategic decision to exit the company's real estate finance portfolio through various means, including the sale of financing contracts to other financial institutions and mutual agreements with customers. The Board of Directors or authorized persons are empowered to approve these transactions and offer necessary discounts and waivers. The meeting concluded with the authorized signatory, Lama Takieddin, Head of Governance and Company Secretary, confirming the results.
Al Salam Bank has formed a strategic partnership with Live Life and Al Rashid Group to offer exclusive discounts of up to 20% for its cardholders in Bahrain. This collaboration allows holders of Al Salam Bank credit, prepaid, and youth cards to receive discounts at various Al Rashid Group outlets, including Home Centre, Home Box, Max, Mothercare, Centrepoint, Lifestyle, Shoemart, and Splash. The initiative reflects Al Salam Bank's commitment to enhancing client experiences by providing added value beyond traditional banking services, aligning with its strategy to form partnerships that complement clients' lifestyles. Key figures from Al Salam Bank, Live Life, and Al Rashid Group expressed their enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting its potential to enhance lifestyle experiences and offer meaningful benefits. Discounts are subject to terms and conditions, with specific offers available at different outlets. For more details on the offers and participating stores, clients are encouraged to visit Al Salam Bank's website or Instagram account.
The letter is a formal notification from Alan Williamson, CEO of Taaleem Holding PJSC, addressed to Mr. Hamed Ahmed Ali, CEO of the Dubai Financial Market. It informs him of a scheduled Board of Directors meeting for Taaleem Holdings PJSC on July 3, 2025, at 3:00 pm. The meeting will be held both at the company's premises and via remote attendance. The agenda includes reviewing and approving the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for the nine-month period ending May 31, 2025, discussing routine business matters, and following up on company activities. The letter also mentions that other matters may be discussed with the Chairman's permission. A copy of the letter is sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.