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Zawya
23-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Careem expands in Al Ain with the launch of Careem Food
Al Ain, UAE: Careem Food officially launches in Al Ain, bringing trusted and reliable food delivery to one of the UAE's most culturally rooted cities. This marks yet another Careem service to launch in Al Ain following Careem Rides and Careem Pay, and signals the beginning of a broader expansion in the city, with plans to roll out additional services in the coming months. Residents in Al Ain can now order from a wide range of beloved local spots like Eidan Mandi - available for delivery for the first time only on Careem Food. Other local and regional favorites including Blaban, Ladro Cafe, Al Baz, Freez, Qasr Al Mansaf, Just Burger, and more are also available through the app. Careem's entry into Al Ain comes at a time when the city remains underserved in the food delivery space, with limited choice and convenience for residents. Al Ain has a growing population of Emirati families, expats, and working professionals looking for seamless daily services including food delivery. Abdullah Mohamad, GM of Careem in Abu Dhabi, commented: 'Al Ain has always held a special place in our plans, not just as a key market, but as a deeply rooted community that deserves thoughtful and tailored services. After spending time on the ground listening to residents and understanding their daily needs, we're excited to finally expand to Al Ain, starting with Careem Food, with more services coming soon to simplify everyday life for the Al Ain community.' Careem Food expanded to Abu Dhabi in 2024, where it quickly became a go-to option for food delivery. Since then, demand in the city has surged. In 2025 alone, one customer placed 103 orders in a single month, while another made 19 orders in just one day. The highest number of orders placed in a single week was 37 orders. Spending patterns in Abu Dhabi have also seen a spike. One customer spent over AED 9,000 on Careem Food in a single week, while another placed a single-day order worth more than AED 4,800. The top spender so far this year has spent over AED 25,000, with the highest monthly spend reaching AED 11,000 in April. Now, customers in Al Ain can also order their favourite meals in just a few taps and have them delivered fresh and on time. To place an order through Careem Food, simply download the latest version of the Careem app and select 'Food' from the home screen. About Careem Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, making it easier than ever to move around, order food and groceries, manage payments, and more. Careem is led by a powerful purpose to simplify and improve the lives of people and build an awesome organisation that inspires. Since 2012, Careem has created earning opportunities for over 3.5 million Captains, simplified the lives of over 75 million customers, and built a platform for the region's best talent to thrive and for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. Careem operates in over 70 cities across 10 countries, from Morocco to Pakistan.
The National
14-06-2025
- Sport
- The National
Al Ain fans dream big as team prepares for Fifa Club World Cup kick-off
Al Ain supporters are setting their expectations high ahead of the Fifa Club World Cup, drawing inspiration from the club's remarkable 2018 run to the final. Facing a formidable group that includes European giants Juventus and Manchester City, as well as Morocco's Al Wydad AC, fans remain optimistic about the tournament that begins on Sunday. Suhail Al Muarrami, 38, a passionate supporter, believes Al Ain can defy the odds. 'We were the champions of Asia last year. We came second in the 2018 tournament and our aim is to go far this year despite being in the toughest group,' Mr Al Muarrami told The National. 'We can get one point from Juventus in the opening game and compete with other teams. I believe Al Ain can go through the group stage.' Travel plans Mr Al Muarrami will travel on Friday, June 13, to Washington DC and plans to attend all of Al Ain's matches in the tournament. 'I will stay and support the team if we qualify for the next round," he said. "I will travel with a group of loyal supporters and we hope to stay until the end of the tournament.' He added it could be difficult for fans in the UAE to watch the matches live due to time difference with the US. 'I don't have a problem as I will be in the stadium but it will be a hassle for people watching from the UAE,' he said. Mr Al Muarrami has supported the club since childhood and travels with the team to different countries whenever there is a match outside the UAE. 'All people in Al Ain support the club and we teach the love of the club to our children. I have club membership. The passion of Al Ain fans is unmatched.' Watching from afar Emad Sowan, 35, from Jordan, has been an Al Ain supporter from a young age. He was planning to travel but broke his knee seven months ago. 'I still can't walk properly. I was planning to go and even had my visa done but don't think I can make it,' Mr Sowan told The National. His plan B is to watch the matches from home despite the time difference. 'The matches are at a bad time for people living in the UAE and region. Still, I will stay late watching and supporting my team. It is history to witness.' Mr Sowan said all the fans are looking to repeat the 2018 achievement when Al Ain came second in the tournament. 'We hope we can go far in the tournament. It is hard but not impossible in football,' he said. 'Juventus are not in good shape, and I think we have an opportunity to win against them. Twenty years ago, Al Ain won against Juventus.' Al Ain are giants of UAE football, and have twice been Asia's best side. They took several significant scalps on their way to becoming the first Emirati participants in this new event. Their extraordinary journey to AFC Champions League glory last season included wins over Al Nassr of Cristiano Ronaldo, and Al Hilal of – the albeit injured – Neymar. In the final, they demolished a Yokohama F Marinos side who were coached by Harry Kewell.
