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Arabian Business
07-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai's Meraas debuts ultra-luxury waterfront address Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay
Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, announced the launch of the premium Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay, which is set to redefine luxury coastal living in the city. The waterfront property, developed in partnership with the Jumeirah Group, aims to establish a new pinnacle of exclusivity by offering curated amenities tailored for an elite lifestyle. Strategically located on the southern tip of the La Mer Peninsula, the development offers only 35 exclusive residences, including expansive apartments, opulent penthouses, and ultra-luxury ocean mansions. Residents will enjoy private beach access along with sweeping views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai skyline, delivering an unmatched sense of serenity and sophistication in one of the city's most sought-after addresses. Its location ensures seamless connectivity to the city's major landmarks, including Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Jumeirah Beach, making it the perfect intersection of coastal tranquility and urban vibrancy. Jumeirah and Meraas aim to position Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay as both an aspirational lifestyle choice and a prime investment opportunity. Architectural brilliance and natural harmony The development's architectural vision pays homage to its coastal surroundings by featuring flowing balconies that are inspired by region's dunes and a terracotta stone façade. It embodies a seamless fusion of avant-garde architecture and biophilic design principles, while offering a sanctuary of privacy, tranquility and sophistication. Artfully sculpted into the hillside, the residences offer Gulf vistas, with interiors crafted from natural stones, light timber veneers and handcrafted details for a seamless outdoor-indoor flow. The Ocean Mansions features private gardens with three distinctive planting styles, infinity pools, dedicated outdoor dining and fitness areas, carrying out a transformative living experience. Curated amenities for holistic living Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay is designed to nurture holistic well-being and family life. Residents will enjoy a suite of world-class amenities including an elegant lounge, state-of-the-art gymnasium, luxury wellness spa, and an infinity pool overlooking the coastline. In addition, dedicated concierge services ensure every detail is handled with care and discretion, creating a truly effortless lifestyle. The development fosters a nurturing, nature-inspired environment that balances tranquility with vitality. Sustainability and investment value As part of Meraas' commitment to sustainable development, the development incorporates eco-conscious design principles that harmonize with the surrounding landscape. From energy-efficient systems to responsibly sourced materials, every aspect of the development reflects environmental stewardship. Located in one of Dubai's most desirable coastal enclaves, the project also presents strong capital appreciation potential, driven by its prime setting, exceptional design, and the enduring value of the Jumeirah and Meraas brands. A legacy of excellence Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay is more than just a residential offering, it's a vision brought to life. This landmark partnership between Meraas and Jumeirah Group reflects a shared aspiration: to redefine luxury coastal living and set a new global standard for excellence in real estate.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hapbee Technologies Inc. Closes 2024 with Record Q4 Device Sales, Global Distribution Partnerships and Strategic Board Appointments
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hapbee Technologies Inc. (TSXV: HAPB | OTCQB: HAPBF), ('Hapbee' or the 'Company'), the digital wellness technology company pioneering the science of bio-streaming, is pleased to announce the financial and operational results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. In 2024, Hapbee executed a bold strategic reset anchored by two private placement rounds, a revitalized ambassador program, and three new additions to its Board of Directors which propelled a record surge in Q4 device shipments and revenues, marking a pivotal inflection point in the Company's commercial trajectory. Device Sales & Revenue: Q4 marked a breakout period, with device sales revenue soaring 198% and unit shipments doubling quarter-over-quarter fueled by elevated customer engagement, improved product education, and growing brand visibility. - Ambassador-Led Marketing: A targeted ambassador engagement strategy and high-impact digital campaigns funded by private placements in Q2 and Q3 amplified Hapbee's brand presence and ignited consumer demand across digital and social channels. - Retail Expansion: Hapbee products are now available in 380+ Target stores nationwide and online at reinforcing broad consumer access and strengthening the retail distribution network. - Luxury Wellness Partnership: The launch of a collaboration with Jumeirah Group integrated Hapbee's products into premier spa wellness programs, with plans underway to expand into additional Jumeirah properties globally. - Enhanced Sleep Solutions: Introduction of a new, entry-level Smart Sleep Membership at a more accessible price point ($10/month or $99/yr) aligned with the recently launched Smart Sleep Pad broadens the Company's sleep-wellness offering for sleep-focused consumers. - Platform & Product Investments: Capital and resources were allocated to develop a next-generation mobile app and redesign the website, designed to deliver seamless user experiences, personalized features, and new subscription revenue channels in 2025. - Board Strengthening: Hapbee welcomed NBA All-Star Jaylen Brown, Chief Commercial Officer Rizwan Shah, and global business leader Abdulla Al Zain to its Board of Directors, enhancing the Company's strategic guidance in product innovation and international expansion. 'Our team executed a strategic reset in Q2 to improve product experience, brand awareness, and retail accessibility,' said Yona Shtern, CEO of Hapbee. 'The Q4 results confirmed that these initiatives are yielding strong returns. We enter 2025 with significant momentum, and we look forward to the upcoming launch of our reimagined mobile app and enriched customer journey.' About Hapbee Technologies Inc.: Hapbee is a digital wellness technology company specializing in bio-streaming wearables designed to help people improve their sleep, focus, mood, and recovery. The company's mission is to put wellness into the hands of everyone, through accessible, science-backed, and non-invasive solutions. The Company's financial statements and management's discussion and analysis for the period ended December 31, 2024 are available on SEDAR+ at and on Hapbee's investor website at Learn more at Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. Forward-Looking InformationForward-looking information is provided for the purpose of presenting information about management's current expectations and plans relating to the future and readers are cautioned that such statements may not be appropriate for other purposes. Forward-looking information involves significant risks and uncertainties and should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results as actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking information. Those risks and uncertainties include, among other things, risks related to: that Hapbee will be able to complete its business objectives as anticipated; Hapbee's industry and its business, which may negatively impact, and may continue to negatively impact, Hapbee and may materially adversely affect its investments, results of operations, financial condition and Hapbee's ability to obtain additional equity or debt financing, and satisfy its financial obligations; circumstances may change resulting in the use of proceeds; general economic conditions; future growth potential; prices of its securities; liquidity; ability to access capital markets; environmental matters; and changes in legislation or regulations. Management believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking information contained herein are based upon reasonable assumptions and information currently available; however, management can give no assurance that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking information. The forward-looking information contained herein is expressly qualified in its entirety by this cautionary statement. Forward-looking information reflects management's current beliefs and is based on information currently available to Hapbee. The forward-looking information is stated as of the date of this news release and Hapbee assumes no obligation to update or revise such information to reflect new events or circumstances, except as may be required by applicable law. Investor RelationsRenmark Financial Communications Filippone: bfilippone@ (416) 644-2020 or (514) Media RelationsTheory CommunicationsAndrea Hamilton: andrea@ in to access your portfolio
Al Etihad
16-06-2025
- General
- Al Etihad
Dubai releases 72 rehabilitated sea turtles back into natural habitat
16 June 2025 18:54 DUBAI (ALETIHAD)In celebration of World Sea Turtle Day, Dubai's Jumeirah Group – together with members of the community, guests and partners – released 72 rehabilitated sea turtles back into their natural habitat on release included hawksbill and green turtles, and marked a significant milestone for the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project (DTRP), with over 2,300 turtles now returned to the wild since its launch in those released was Najeeb – meaning 'noble' and 'generous' in Arabic – an 80-kilogram male green turtle rescued in December 2024 with severe injuries to both front flippers. Najeeb was one of two turtles fitted with a satellite tracker, allowing the DTRP team to monitor his journey after last time the team released a male green turtle of similar size, it travelled all the way to nesting sites in is one of many turtles nursed back to health by the dedicated team at the DTRP, based at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Al Naseem. Each release marks a meaningful step forward in the ongoing mission to protect marine life and preserve biodiversity in the Arabian year, the DTRP reached a significant conservation milestone with the rare rescue of a loggerhead baby – a species not known to nest in the Arabian Gulf. The tiny turtle, discovered earlier this year, represents an important finding in marine science for the to experts from the IUCN and regional organisations, there are no previous records of loggerhead turtles nesting inside the Gulf.'This was a remarkable moment for our team and a meaningful step forward in our understanding of sea turtles in the Gulf,' commented Barbara Lang-Lenton, Director of Aquarium at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and DTRP lead.'Sea turtles have remarkably complex biology, and there is still much to uncover about their behaviours, migration patterns, and nesting habits in this region. Each new finding, like this one, helps us piece together a more complete picture of their presence and life cycles in the Gulf, guiding future conservation the loggerhead baby was not part of today's release, it is expected to return to the wild in the coming months. This discovery follows another milestone in 2024, when a green turtle nest was recorded in Abu Dhabi for the first time, underscoring the growing importance of the region in global marine conservation celebrate World Sea Turtle Day, a variety of conservation-focused activities took place across Jumeirah's portfolio. In Abu Dhabi, Jumeirah Saadiyat Island, in partnership with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), hosted an intimate release of 135 sea turtles on its pristine guests at Jumeirah Bali witnessed the release of newly hatched turtles into their natural habitat, as part of a long-standing collaboration with Eco Tourism Bali. The event also featured an engaging educational programme on sea turtle conservation and the importance of protecting marine biodiversity – fostering greater awareness of ocean health and encouraging responsible turtle rehabilitation, Jumeirah has been expanding its marine conservation initiatives through coral restoration efforts – one of several projects under the 'Planet' pillar of its sustainability strategy. A new coral nursery at the Turtle Lagoon in Jumeirah Al Naseem is now visible to guests and incorporated into daily educational collaboration with ecosystem restoration specialists Ocean Revive, the team is researching and testing new technologies to grow and reintroduce corals into the sea. So far over 1,400 fragments have been created, with over 300 already translocated to the addition, Jumeirah continues to support DUBAI REEF - a pioneering purpose-built reef development and one of the largest in the world - which aims to increase marine biodiversity and protect the emirate's coastal ecosystems. Reflecting Dubai's commitment to marine conservation, the three-year initiative will see over 20,000 reef modules deployed across 600 square kilometres to restore marine habitats, and support the growth of indigenous corals, thereby enhancing marine part of this initiative, Jumeirah is contributing through coral fragmentation work at the turtle lagoon at Jumeirah Al Naseem, where small coral fragments – known as "frags" – are attached to circular discs, often called 'coral cookies', providing a stable base for growth and easy handling. To date, more than 3,000 coral fragments have been created through this process, contributing to the initiative's broader goal to help repopulate and strengthen local reef commitment to marine preservation extends across its global portfolio, with impactful initiatives at its resorts in Tanzania and the Maldives. At Jumeirah Thanda Island, the team partners with local NGOs Marine Megafauna Foundation (MMF) and Sea Sense to protect whale sharks and endangered turtles and engage local communities through education and conservation training. In the Maldives, guests at Jumeirah Olhahali Island actively contribute to reef restoration to help regenerate the vibrant marine habitats that surround the resort.
Hospitality Net
06-06-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
EHL Innovation Rewind: Thomas Meier on AI, Personalization, and Preserving the Rituals of Luxury at Jumeirah
At the EHL Open Innovation Summit in Lausanne, we had the chance to sit down with Thomas Meier, CEO of Jumeirah Group, for an open conversation about the future of luxury hospitality. Our discussion touched on how artificial intelligence is helping to free up teams for more meaningful guest interactions, why true personalization must stay human and contextual, and how innovation can thrive without losing the timeless rituals that define luxury service. Which technology or innovation do you believe will most reshape the hospitality industry over the next 5 to 10 years? If I had a crystal ball, I might not be sitting here, but I believe artificial intelligence will significantly change how we operate. Especially in back-of-house functions like accounts payable, procurement, and HR processes, AI can automate repetitive tasks. This does not mean reducing headcount. On the contrary, it allows us to shift those colleagues into guest-facing roles, where they can create memorable experiences. AI can handle the invoice. It can place the chef's order. But the value lies in the human connection, in the welcome, in the interaction. That is what guests remember. In markets with a shortage of talent, AI is also an opportunity to free up people for more meaningful roles. So it is not about replacing people. It is about enabling them. How do you see differences in the perception and use of AI between Europe and the UAE, where Jumeirah operates extensively? There are indeed differences. What is remarkable in the UAE is how the government has embraced AI as a national priority. Since 2017, AI is considered a tool for progress across sectors. At Jumeirah, we have partnered with government entities to explore this. For example, we piloted facial recognition check-in. If you are a loyalty guest and have given your consent, you can now check in without showing a passport. But for us, luxury means choice. Maybe after a long flight you want to relax first, not go through facial recognition. Or maybe you are in a hurry and want a quick, seamless check-in. The same guest may have different needs depending on the moment. That is where technology should support, not dictate. That is how we define luxury. How does Jumeirah approach personalization and hyper-personalization, especially during the check-in experience? Hyper-personalization is the buzzword now, but we need to go back to the basics. As a receptionist, I am your host. I want to understand you. What can I do for you? That can be different every time you check in. The same guest is not the same person in the Maldives as they are in London. Once we understand that, we can personalize. It could be the scent in the room, the food, or the light. But it also needs to make sense in context. Maybe you always have mango juice in the morning, but in London in November that might not feel right. So we validate with you. It is not robotic. It is thoughtful. It is based on what we know, combined with the present moment. That is where the human element is essential. Technology helps, but it is our people who bring the experience to life. How do you create a culture of innovation at Jumeirah without abandoning the rituals of luxury service? I believe they go hand in hand. Innovation is not just about big investments or new tech. It can start with the basics. Are we doing them right? If the basics are in place, we can build on them. Innovation happens when colleagues are empowered to share ideas. It can be as simple as making a morning routine more efficient. You do not need an innovation council. You need a culture where ideas are welcome. Of course, for bigger initiatives that involve capital or startups, we assess them holistically. But every good idea starts with someone noticing something. That is innovation. It can come from anyone, at any level. It just needs to be explored and shared.
Khaleej Times
03-06-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Dubai's Jumeirah Group on track to double its portfolio by 2030, says CEO
Dubai's hospitality giant Jumeirah Group is on track to double the size of its brand portfolio to 62 properties over the next five years, its chief executive said. 'Our ongoing ambition is to grow sustainably in key regional and international markets, and we are firmly on track to double the size of our brand portfolio by 2030. We are actively pursuing owner and operator agreements in major gateway cities and resort destinations, with a focus on Europe and the Americas,' said Thomas B. Meier. The group has 31 properties — 15 in the UAE and 16 internationally — across 13 countries in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa, with a team of over 11,000 employees. At the end of 2024, Jumeirah marked its entry into Africa with the launch of Jumeirah Thanda Island in Tanzania and Jumeirah Thanda Safari in South Africa. In March 2025, it opened Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. It also announced three new properties in Dubai — Jumeirah Asora Bay, a hotel and residences in La Mer South, and Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers in the heart of the city. 'We are also expanding in Europe with Jumeirah Le Richemond Geneva, where a full renovation is currently underway, adding to our presence in Spain, Italy, and the United Kingdom. In the Middle East, our footprint is growing with the upcoming opening of Jumeirah The Red Sea in Saudi Arabia on Shura Island, featuring signature concepts such as SAL, Kayto, and Talise Spa, with both indoor and outdoor treatment rooms,' said Meier. The hospitality sector in the UAE and other major tourist hotspots saw strong growth due to the inflow of tourists due to 'revenge travel' in the post-pandemic period. Dubai received 18.72 million overnight visitors in 2024, an increase of over nine per cent, boosting occupancy levels across the emirate. 'Our focus is on luxury hospitality, but what I can say is that the UAE leadership has placed great emphasis on building Dubai as a tourism destination that welcomes a diversity of visitors,' added Meier. He noted that staycations and international tourism complement each other and play an important role in driving the performance of the local hospitality sector. 'Iconic properties like Jumeirah Burj Al Arab continue to attract strong interest from international travellers, and we expect that to remain the case. At the same time, the local community — both citizens and residents — play an increasingly important role. With a growing population, staycations are contributing not only to our occupancy but also to the performance of our F&B business,' said Jumeirah Group's chief executive. He said there is a 'growing demand for experiences that feel more personal, purposeful, and culturally connected.' He added travellers are also increasingly seeking experiences that support both physical and mental wellbeing.
