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Dubai Police Boost Fleet With All-New Volkswagen Amarok

The delivery of the high-tech new vehicle comes from long-term partner Al Nabooda Automobiles, Dubai’s official VW distributor.

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5 months ago

February 29, 2024

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Al Nabooda Automobiles LLC, the officially authorized distributor for Volkswagen in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, has formally delivered the all-new Volkswagen Amarok to the Dubai Police fleet. Featuring a comprehensive redesign, robust performance, and off-road capabilities, the new Amarok is poised to support officers in ensuring safe travel for motorists throughout Dubai.

Al Nabooda Automobiles has maintained a longstanding partnership with Dubai Police, supplying the fleet with cutting-edge vehicles renowned for their performance, dependability, and versatility.

H.E. Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, affirmed the General Command’s dedication to outfitting the tourist security patrol fleet with the latest luxury models:

“We are delighted to cooperate with Al Nabooda Automobiles, a longstanding national company deeply committed to initiatives that positively enhance Dubai’s image and its position as a top destination for living, working, tourism, and investment. We are confident that these cars will contribute to enhancing both the traffic and security sectors, thereby supporting police operations and achieving the strategic goals of maintaining road safety and community security,” His Excellency explained.

Dubai Police hopes that the new Volkswagen vehicles will not only bolster the security presence of the tourist police but also facilitate engagement with tourists, visitors, and the public.

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With its exceptional on-road and off-road capabilities, the Amarok is a reliable asset for the Dubai force. The vehicle features an impressive towing capacity of up to 3,500 kg and a maximum payload of 1.19 tonnes. Equipped with advanced 4MOTION all-wheel-drive technology and a differential lock, the Amarok excels in navigating the kinds of harsh terrains often encountered by Dubai Police officers. The adaptable all-wheel-drive system offers four customizable drive modes, ensuring optimal performance on any surface by intelligently distributing power among all four wheels via a multi-plate clutch.

Add in a powerful turbocharged engine, impressive safety features, and a stylish new design, and it’s clear Dubai’s traffic officers will be eager to get behind the wheel of the new Amarok.

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Mamo Completes $3.4M Funding Round To Enhance Fintech Services

The startup will use the influx of cash to expand into Saudi Arabia and across the wider GCC while improving its product offering.

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1 day ago

July 25, 2024

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UAE-based fintech Mamo has announced the completion of a $3.4 million funding round that will help the startup extend its market presence and improve its product offering. Investors included 4DX Ventures, the Dubai Future District Fund and Cyfr Capital.

Mamo’s platform offers “payment collection, corporate cards and expense management” to help small and medium-sized businesses consolidate and streamline their operations. With the latest influx of capital, Mamo will further develop its comprehensive suite of services and begin testing its product lines in Saudi Arabia, further extending its footprint across the GCC.

Imad Gharazeddine, co-founder and CEO of Mamo, stated: “We’ve been in the market for a while now and are incredibly proud of what our team has achieved. The holistic and expansive nature of our product offering has helped us continue to grow sustainably. This additional funding will allow us to reach our medium-term goals even faster. The support from new and existing investors is a testament to our strong expertise and the ability to deliver on our customer promise”.

Daniel Marlo, General Partner of lead investor 4DX Ventures, added: “We have immense trust in Imad’s vision, leadership and Mamo’s innovative approach to provide a user-friendly and comprehensive financial solution for SMEs that makes financial management more accessible and efficient. We are proud to partner with them and support their mission”.

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Amer Fatayer, Managing Director of Dubai Future District Fund’s investment team, also commented: “Mamo’s localized product lines serve as an infrastructure for SME payments and spend management in UAE, a segment that is underserved by the country’s current banking infrastructure. The team has taken a product-first approach to consolidating SMEs’ financial journeys and building a fintech solution deeply embedded in a business’s core operations”.

To date, Mamo has raised around $13 million in investment funding and now boasts a team of 30 people. The company’s intuitive financial services platform has allowed over 1,000 businesses to consolidate their financial operations and significantly reduce payment fees.