DUBAI: Resorts World Cruises, a world-class cruise line, has arrived in Dubai, with the Resorts World One commencing her first sailing on Nov. 1. 

The arrival of the magnificent RW1 at Port Rashid underscores Dubai’s position as a premier destination for international cruising, ushering in a new era for the emirate’s maritime and tourism sectors.

The 1,800-passenger cruise ship departs from Port Rashid Cruise Terminal 2 in Dubai three times a week to several Gulf destinations.

A special celebratory event was held on the ship on Thursday, with close to 600 invitees in attendance, to commemorate this milestone event. 

Resorts World Cruises President Michael Goh and its senior management welcomed onboard regional dignitaries, authorities, members of the press and key influencers. The event included a series of memento presentations, with invitees 

having the chance to experience the onboard live performances, the wide array of cuisines and a guided tour of the ship’s accommodations, facilities, and offerings.

As part of the inaugural sailing celebration, guests can look forward to special added-value promotions. This includes complimentary food and beverage onboard credits valued at 700 dirhams ($190) per cabin for sailings in November for both the three-night Oman Cruise and two-night Qatar Cruise. 

The RW1 provides exciting new vacation options from Dubai for the weekend with the two-night Sir Bani Yas Weekend Cruise departing Fridays.

Guests can also look forward to the two-night (Doha) Qatar Cruise departing Wednesdays and the three-night Muscat-Khasab (Oman) Cruise departing Sundays. 

For longer cruises, guests may combine the itineraries to enjoy a four-, five- and seven-night cruise.

“We have been counting down the days and we are delighted that the Resorts World One has arrived in Dubai and is ready to sail. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the local and regional governments, authorities, travel business partners, media, and our guests for the support. We are looking forward to bringing unique experiences to the Gulf region and we are excited to launch our first cruise with a special onboard Diwali celebration for the entire week,” said Michael Goh, president, Resorts World Cruises. 

Saud Hareb Almheiri, cruise tourism and yachting lead at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, said: “Dubai extends its warmest congratulations to Resorts World Cruises on the successful launch of its new services, which it is proud to be the homeport for. This significant development underscores Dubai’s ongoing growth as a premier cruise destination, attracting world-class operators, and providing exceptional experiences for global travelers seeking to explore the region, as envisioned by our leadership, and in line with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, to further consolidate Dubai’s position as a leading global city for business and leisure. As we embark on an exciting new season, we would like to extend our gratitude to our partners and stakeholders, whose unwavering support has made this possible. Together, we look forward to further reinforcing Dubai’s position as the cruise hub of the region.”

The RW1 is certified by the highly reputable Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Standards and Metrology Institute, with the ship offering certified Halal cuisines, including vegetarian/Jain cuisine, and Muslim-friendly onboard offerings, which will provide peace of mind for Muslim guests from across the region.

RWC is a brand extension of Resorts World, which operates more than 30 properties worldwide in Asia, Europe, North America and Africa, with annual visitation of about 40 million.

RWC made its homeport debut in Singapore in June 2022 with the flagship Genting Dream. Within less than a year, the RW1 joined the fleet in Hong Kong. It further expanded its homeport footprint to Kuala Lumpur, Kaohsiung, Keelung (Taipei), Jakarta and now Dubai. 

To date, RWC has sailed to more than 30 destinations across Southeast and East Asia, covering Okinawa and Kyushu in Japan, and the Gulf region.

stc Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enabler, showcased its cutting-edge digital health solutions at the recent Global Health Exhibition. The group forged several notable partnerships poised to significantly advance and strengthen the Kingdom’s healthcare sector.

The exhibition, in its seventh year, took place at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center under the theme “Invest in Health.” It offered an opportunity for government officials, industry experts, and healthcare professionals to come together to discuss transformative investments in Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector.

stc signed several significant agreements to revolutionize healthcare across Saudi Arabia. These partnerships align with the Vision 2030 goals and highlight the group’s pivotal role in driving digital transformation in the healthcare sector.

Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs

Guided by Saudi Arabia’s ambitions to improve the quality of services, increase healthcare access for all, and adopt advanced digital health solutions, stc Group announced a partnership with the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs. This new partnership will support medical diagnoses with the latest AI solutions. It will enhance clinical decision-making through AI-driven data analysis, and foster collaboration between clinical and technical teams in both medical and non-medical AI fields.

Medication Dispensing Machines

stc Group announced an agreement to automate medication dispensing machines across hospitals, government centers and public places in the Kingdom. The service will also be available in remote areas, actively supporting the ongoing digital health transformation and enhancing the patient experience.

Ministry of Health

stc Group announced two contracts to deliver the national PACs Tele ICU project to transform the Ministry of Health’s technological capabilities, infrastructure, cloud services, and cybersecurity requirements. This digital health transformation, in line with Vision 2030, will revolutionize patient care across the ministry.

National Unified Procurement Company

A new partnership with the National Unified Procurement Company, which specializes in medical equipment supply and logistics for government entities, will integrate cutting-edge technologies into the healthcare supply chain, supporting the timely and effective delivery of medical supplies.

Dr. Mohammed Alfagih Hospital

Through a separate partnership with Dr. Mohamed Alfagih Hospital, stc Group will elevate the patient experience within hospital rooms, offering a more comfortable stay for patients. The in-room experience will be transformed through the integrated use of infotainment, stc tv and essential core services.

Almana Hospital

Almana Hospital has chosen stc Group as their cybersecurity operations partner in their recent managed SOC selection. Under this partnership, stc Group will provide advanced threat protection and mitigation while enabling comprehensive regulatory compliance, creating a secure ecosystem.

Hail Health Cluster

stc showcased a successful partnership with the Hail Health Cluster on population health management. This collaboration enabled the Hail Health Cluster to raise health awareness, and has provided the cluster with elevated digital health solutions in line with stc Group’s digital capabilities.

stc Group’s participation in the Global Health Exhibition 2024 underscores its unwavering commitment to transforming Saudi Arabia’s healthcare landscape through innovative digital solutions and strategic partnerships. 

By signing agreements with key organizations and government entities, stc Group is poised to drive significant advancements in patient care, healthcare access, and operational efficiency.