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June 26, 2025

Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi Two Official National Lap Record

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We are delighted to announce that Ali & Sons Co. LLC – Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi & Al Ain has led two record-breaking triumphs at Yas Marina Circuit—achievements that underscore our relentless drive for innovation, performance, and excellence.

Taycan Turbo GT

UAE GT driver Ramez Azzam powered the Taycan Turbo GT around the 5.281-km Grand Prix circuit in 2:07.247 minutes, setting the fastest lap ever recorded by a production battery-electric vehicle. This record is officially certified by the Emirates Motorsport Organisation (EMSO).

Cayenne Turbo GT

In a landmark for production SUVs, Ramez guided the Cayenne Turbo GT to a lap time of 2:14.046 minutes, now recognised as the quickest production-SUV lap on the same track.

These record runs were conceived, organised, and executed by our team—showcasing the expertise, coordination, and passion that define Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi & Al Ain.

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Taycan Turbo GT record

Cayenne Turbo GT record

Congratulations to every member of the Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi family—these milestones belong to all of us!

Inter Emirates Motors Unveils MG’s New Flagship Showroom in Abu Dhabi

We are delighted to announce that MG Motor, in partnership with Inter Emirates Motors (IEM), has officially opened its new flagship showroom in Rawdhat, Abu Dhabi, opposite the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Spanning 2,000 sqm, the showroom displays 22 vehicles and features a dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) zone and service reception for both new and pre-owned models.

Celebrating a Milestone: Skoda Showroom Grand Opening in Abu Dhabi

We are proud to share that we have marked a major milestone for our team, the official opening of our brand-new Skoda showroom in Abu Dhabi, one of two new locations launching in the UAE.

Introducing EDPx – Your Intelligent Digital Workspace, Powered by ASHGPT

These tools are not just about automation – they are enablers of agility, intelligence, and competitive advantage. This platform marks a bold step toward the future of work at Ali & Sons.

Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi Two Official National Lap Record

Reimagine The Future 2025 and Excellence Awards

At Ali & Sons Holding, we proudly concluded our “Reimagine the Future 2025” event at the Yas Marina Circuit — a day filled with insight, inspiration, and the celebration of excellence. 

IEM Awards from SAIC Motors

We are pleased to share that Inter Emirates Motors has proudly secured four top honours at the recent SAIC Motor Middle East MG Distributors Conference, held under the inspiring theme POWERING TOMORROW, TODAY.

ASC Danah Bay Residential Villas Project was Honored for its Outstanding HSE Performance

This accomplishment reflects the dedication, vigilance, and collaborative effort of everyone involved. Achieving such a milestone would not have been possible without the collective discipline and professionalism demonstrated by our workforce, management, and HSE teams.

ASC Projects Successfully Achieved 5 million LTI Free Man-Hours

This remarkable health, safety, and environment (HSE) milestone reaffirms our unwavering commitment to the principle of "No Harm to People" a value that remains at the core of everything we do.

Celebrating Excellence in HSE Performance – Q4 2024 Awards

We are proud to announce the recipients of the HSE Excellence Awards for the 4th Quarter of 2024, in recognition of their exceptional commitment to safety and operational excellence.

ASC Team Shines as Runners-Up at the CWRC Abu Dhabi 2025 Cricket Tournament

We are pleased to announce the commendable performance of our ASC Team at the prestigious Construction Workers Residential City (CWRC) Al Rayan Labour Camp - Abu Dhabi 2025 Cricket Tournament.

Porsche Center Abu Dhabi Showroom Majlis

We extend a special invitation for you to unwind and reflect in the serene ambiance of our Showroom Majlis.

ASC Participated in the Al Wathba Lake Cleanup Campaign

We are proud to announce that we have received the Community Engagement Certificate from the Emirati Environment Friends Society, in recognition of our participation in the Al Wathba Lake Camp Cleaning Campaign

Celebrating our Achievements at the Volkswagen Middle East 2024 Dealer of the Year Awards

These accomplishments build upon our legacy of excellence and reflect the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our Volkswagen team.

Ramadan Kareem

Audi Dealers Award 2024

The Audi Ali & Sons team won five awards and was runner-up for the overall Audi Dealer of the Year.

Celebrating the People Who Drive MG Forward

We gathered for a special day dedicated to celebrating the incredible MG - IEM team. The event reflected the dedication, passion, and teamwork that define our success every day.

Marketing Milestone Achievements

These achievements extend beyond numerical growth. They significantly enhance our brand visibility, foster stronger connections with a larger audience, and strategically position Ali & Sons as an industry frontrunner.

CIDO Recognised as Top CIO in the Middle East

Our Chief Information & Digital Officer, Shumon A. Zaman, along with our digital team have been recognized by IDC.

UAE Eid Al Etihad Celebration 2024

We were honored by the presence of His Excellency Ali Bin Khalfan Al-Dhaheri, alongside our Group Managing Director, Mr. Shamis Al-Dhaheri, Mr. Saeed Al Dhaheri together with top management whose participation added significant value to the occasion.

ASC Secures 1st Runner-Up at the CWRC Al Rayan Labour Camp Abu Dhabi 2024 Football Tournament

Our colleagues, led by Mr. Abrar Ali, Camp Boss, actively participated in the tournament and proudly secured the position of 1st Runner-Up.

Introducing the New Leaders of Process Excellence

This special event marked the official introduction of our Black Belts, the new leaders of process excellence, who are set to drive impactful change and continuous improvement across the Group.

Hail and Gasha Steel Cutting Ceremony

The commencement of production nearly five months ahead of schedule is a promising indicator of the project's success. The program is expected to continue over the next two years.

Abu Dhabi Business Week

The launch of the first-ever Abu Dhabi Business Week (ADBW) 2024 marks a new chapter for Abu Dhabi, showcasing our Emirate not only as an economic powerhouse but as a vibrant hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and family business.

EAC Recognized for its Commitment to Accident-Free Construction

We are proud to announce that Emarat Aloula Contracting LLC has been recognized by the Abu Dhabi Municipality during the "Build Accident-Free Initiative" ceremony.

ASC HSE Awards Winners – 3rd Quarter 2024

We are pleased to announce the winners of the ASC HSE Awards for the 3rd Quarter of 2024, in recognition of their outstanding efforts in maintaining 100% compliance with safety standards.

EAI Achieves 5 Million Manhours Without Lost-Time Injury

The completion of 5 million man hours without a lost-time injury.

ASMEF Achieves 20 Million Manhours Without LTI

Eight years ago, we proudly celebrated 1.2 million man hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI), and today we mark another major milestone - 20 million man hours without LTI.

ASC receives Certificates of Appreciation for achieving 4 million Safe Man-Hours at Danah Bay Project

We have achieved a remarkable milestone of 4 million safe man-hours without Lost Time Injury on 21st September 2024 at Danah Bay Residential Villas (Landside & Breakwater Villas) Project in Ras Al Khaimah.

XPeng Launch

XPeng Motors, a leading Smart Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has officially launched in the UAE under Gulf Star Motors, a subsidiary of Ali & Sons Holding. This milestone coincides with XPENG's 10th anniversary, marking a decade of innovation in Smart EV technology.

ASI HSE Award Winner for Q3 2024!

Ali & Sons Interiors (ASI) Management awarded the HSE Excellence Award to Hessa Plot Project in Al Barsha Area, Dubai for an outstanding achievement of 100% safety standards for the third quarter of 2024.

Macan x Taycan Launch

Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi and Al Ain is proud to mark a milestone in Porsche’s electrification journey with the introduction of the all-electric Macan, alongside the enhanced Taycan

Danah Bay Residential Villas Project Successfully Achieved 4 Million LTI-Free Man-Hours

This outstanding HSE performance reflects our unwavering commitment to the principle of 'No Harm to People' as our top priority.

ASC DIFC Living and Innovation Two Project Successfully Achieved the First Commitment Milestone

We are thrilled to announce that the DIFC Living and Innovation Two project has successfully achieved its first major milestone, marking a vital step forward in our collaborative efforts.

DIFC Living & Innovation Two Project achieved 1 Million LTI Free Man-Hours

We are delighted to announce the amazing achievement of 1 million safe working man-hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI) at the DIFC Living & Innovation Two Project in Dubai.

Collaboration with Dubai Police

Ali & Sons Holding LLC is excited to announce a new collaboration with Dubai Police through Inter Emirates Motors SP LLC and Gulf Star Motors LLC.

Our Emirati Cadres Meeting the President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

We are proud to have our Emirati colleagues to meet with the The President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, among a group of Emirati cadres and representatives of industrial companies.

GMD Appointment - Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi

We are proud to announce the appointment of Ali & Sons Group Managing Director, Mr. Shamis Al Dhaheri, as the Second Vice Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce of Abu Dhabi via a resolution issued by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

ASC Jasmine Lane Project achieved 1 Million LTI Free Man-Hours

We would like to congratulate everyone at Jasmine Lane Project in Dubai for achieving this outstanding Milestone: 1-Million Safe Working Man-Hours without LTI was accomplished successfully on 18th of July 2024.

ASC Quarterly HSE Awards Winners - 2nd Quarter 2024

We proudly announce the ASC Quarterly HSE Awards (2nd Quarter 2024) winners for maintaining 100% compliance.

ASI Quarterly HSE Awards Winners - 2nd Quarter 2024

Ali & Sons Interiors (ASI) Management awarded the HSE Excellence Award for an outstanding achievement of a 100% safety standards for the first quarter of 2024.

Danah Bay Project Achieved 3 Million Man-hours without LTI

We are thrilled to announce the outstanding achievement of 3 million safe working man-hours without a Lost Time Injury (LTI) at the Danah Bay Residential Villas (Landside & Breakwater Villas) project in Ras Al Khaimah.

Quantum is Live!

Quantum is live!

1 Million Safe Manhours Achieved

We take great pleasure in announcing that we have completed 1 Million Safe Manhours in 2024 at Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory (ASMEF) as of 31 May 2024, adding to our overall record of 19 Million No Lost Time Injury (NLTI) Manhours.

Emarat Aloula Contracting Honored by TRANSCO for Health and Safety Excellence

We are delighted to announce that Emarat Aloula Contracting has been recognized by Abu Dhabi Transmission & Despatch Company (TRANSCO) for our exceptional dedication and performance on project 'Additional Power Transformers & Related Switchgear Works at Bahia Grid Station' during World Health and Safety Day, with a special focus on the Slip, Trip & Fall theme.

Ali & Sons Group Receives Emirates Environment Group Membership Certificate

We are thrilled to announce that Ali & Sons and Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) have joined forces in a pivotal partnership. This strategic collaboration brings together the combined expertise, resources, and innovation of both organizations to support a unified goal which is to protect the environment for future generations.

Porsche Abu Dhabi and Al Ain Celebrate a Stellar Year with a Hat-Trick of Prestigious Awards

I am delighted to share that 2023 has been an extraordinary year for Porsche Abu Dhabi and Ali & Sons. We are immensely proud to announce that our efforts have been recognized with three prestigious awards, underscoring the exceptional performance and dedication of our team.

MG7 Symphony of Passion

Inter Emirates Motors is thrilled to announce the recently held reveal the all-new MG 7 Luxury Sedan at Dubai Festival City, that was set against the stunning backdrop of the dancing fountain.

Audi Ali & Sons takes home the prestigious Audi Middle East Twin Cup Technology Award

The Audi Ali & Sons Aftersales Team has recently been recognized with top honours, winning 1st place for both Audi Aftersales Team of the Year and Technical Team of the Year, and once again bringing home the prestigious Audi Middle East Twin Cup Technology Award.

ASC HSE Excellence Award – 1st Quarter 2024

At Ali & Sons Contracting (ASC) we prioritize safety, health, and environmental management above all.

M/s MODON - Hudayriyat West Achieves 20 million Safe Man Hours without LTI

We are proud to announce that Marsana Extension project at Hudayriyat West achieved more than 1 million Man Hours without LTI till date.

IEM and MG Motor UAE Win Big at the SAIC Motor Awards 2023

IEM and MG Motor UAE are proud of our team for winning three awards for their amazing performance in 2023.

ASI Quarterly HSE Awards Winners - 1st Quarter 2024

Ali & Sons Interiors (ASI) OSH/HSE Management System requires all on-going projects to report HSE & Housekeeping deviations on daily basis and must attend and correct at the same time any deviations.

Make It In The Emirates 2024

We are excited to announce that Ali & Sons Oil & Gas and Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory will be exhibiting at the renowned "Make it in the Emirates 2024" event on May 27th and 28th.

Inter Emirates Motors Celebrates 3rd Year Anniversary as MG Motor's UAE Distributor with Remarkable Growth

We are thrilled to announce that Inter Emirates Motors (IEM) is celebrating its third anniversary as the official distributor of MG Motor in the UAE.

Eurostar Ramadan Iftar Event

Eurostar Rent A Car organized an exclusive Iftar event to celebrate partnerships and shared growth during the Holy month of Ramadan.

Ali & Sons Ramadan Suhoor 2024

Ali & Sons Group employees gathered for an exceptional Ramadan Suhoor event on March 25, 2024.

ASC Constant Perseverance Towards Occupational Health & Safety

It is with great pride and privilege that we announce the significant milestone of the corresponding projects by reaching a certain safe working man-hours without Lost Time Injury.

Global Porsche Moment Award 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Porsche Abu Dhabi has been awarded the prestigious Global Porsche Moment Award 2023!

ASC Projects Outshined in HSE & Housekeeping Performance During 2023

Ali & Sons Contracting employees’ approach towards HSE and housekeeping are proactive and does not accept or condone any at-risk behaviour or conditions.

ASC Achieved 5 Million Man-Hours without LTI

It is with great pleasure to announce that ASC have achieved a major milestone by crossing a combined 5 million Man-Hours worked without any Lost Time Injury (LTI) between all our projects, on the 1st of January 2024.

Inter Emirates Motors Launches MG Whale SUV Coupe in the UAE

MG Motors is thrilled to announce the debut of the MG Whale SUV Coupe in the UAE, signifying a groundbreaking moment in the automotive landscape.

Celebrating a Landmark Visit from SAIC Motors Head Office

This exclusive event welcomed esteemed guests, including Mr. Wang Xiaoqiu, SAIC Group President; Mr. Yu De, SMIL President; Mr. Shi Wenhua, Deputy GM of SAIC President Office; Mr. Xu Shengyu, Director of SMIL President Office; and Mr. Tom Lee, Managing Director of SAIC ME, recognizing our significant strides in the automotive industry.

Inter Emirates Motors Celebrates Remarkable Market Growth in 2023

The year 2023 witnessed a staggering Year-on-Year growth of almost 70%, a testament to our relentless pursuit of innovation and customer-centric approaches. The introduction of cutting-edge models like ZSEV, MG4, PHEV, and Marvel R exemplifies our dedication to advancing technology and sustainable mobility solutions, perfectly aligning with the UAE's forward-thinking consumer base.

Emotional Intelligence for Success in the Workplace Session

This session was initiated to raise awareness on the four pillars of Emotional Intelligence such as Social Awareness, Self Awareness, Relationship Management and Self Management.

The Region's Top FM Firms of 2023 Revealed

Emarat Aloula Group is proud to announce that it has moved from No.33 to No.15 Best FM Companies in the Middle East.

Porsche Global Excite Award

Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi is excited to share news of our nomination for the prestigious Global Excite Award 2023. Out of more than 400 initiatives worldwide, we take pride in making it into the top 5 once again. The winner is to be announced in the coming weeks.

Driving talent forward: Volkswagen Abu Dhabi sponsors WorldSkills Asia Abu Dhabi 2023

Volkswagen Abu Dhabi is proud to announce its sponsorship of WorldSkills Asia Abu Dhabi 2023.

Skoda Plans to Grow in the UAE

We were thrilled to host Martin Jahn, a member of the Skoda board of directors for sales and marketing during his visit to the UAE.

Join us at ADIPEC 2023

We're thrilled to announce that Ali & Sons' Energy & Industrial Group will be making a prominent presence at ADIPEC 2023.

MG UAE - IEM: Breast Cancer Awareness

On October 7th, 2023, at Dubai's MG Motors Showroom, Inter Emirates Motors (IEM) and F365 Female Wellness Community united to amplify awareness on breast cancer.

MG UAE - IEM: Media Meetup Event

MG UAE - IEM recently organised a compelling media meetup event, led by Mr. Mohamad Al Dhaheri, that left a lasting impression.

Celebrating Excellence: Skoda UAE Earns Certificate of Achievement

Recently, we were honored to receive a Certificate of Achievement from Škoda, recognising our outstanding performance and dedication to excellence.

EAG: HSSE Achievement - 5 Million Safe Man-Hour

We are excited to announce that at Al Maha Water Services, we have reached a significant milestone: 5 Million Man-hours without a single Lost Time Injury

Reimagine The Future 2023

We have successfully concluded our annual 'Reimagine the Future' initiative, a tradition established by Ali & Sons Management in 2020.

Porsche Importer of the Year - 2nd Position

We are thrilled to share the news of our outstanding achievement - securing the 2nd position in the prestigious Porsche Importer of the Year competition.

Driving Quantum through Strategic Partnership with Nalsoft

We are delighted to announce we have selected Nalsoft, an esteemed Oracle partner based in the UAE, renowned for their successful delivery of complex ERP projects.

Recycle, Reforest, Repeat

Ali & Sons Group will be participating in the "Recycle, Reforest, Repeat" project initiative hosted by the Emirates Environmental Group.

Celebrating a Milestone: 100,000 LinkedIn Followers!

We are delighted to share some exciting news with you. Our organisation has reached a momentous milestone of surpassing 100,000 followers on LinkedIn!

EAG Receives an award for HSE Performance from SWS

We are delighted to share an exciting news with all of you that Emarat Aloula has recently been honored with a prestigious Certificate of Appreciation and an award from the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Water Solutions Company (SWS).

ADNOC Onshore recognizes Ali & Sons Oil & Gas for 100% HSE Achievement

We are pleased to announce that ADNOC Onshore has awarded All & Sons Oilfield Supplies and Services (ASOS) with full HSE objective attainment.

Become the Proud Owner of a Bespoke Porsche Cayenne E1!

An extraordinary chance awaits you to become the proud owner of a bespoke Porsche Cayenne E1, prominently showcased in regional content as part of the 20th-anniversary celebrations of the Cayenne.

Strategic Collaboration between ASMEF, EAI and ADNOC

We proudly attended the #MakeItInTheEmirates forum from 31st May to 1st June 2023. Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory and Emarat Aloula played an active role in a signing ceremony alongside ADNOC Group.

Mysterious New Test Pilot Aims to Record Fastest Laps in a Porsche

Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi, Ali and Sons Company are proud to introduce their latest addition to the team, a new test pilot known as Barq, who is set to break new records for Porsche lap times at Yas Marina Circuit...

IEM - Two Years of Unmatched Success

Inter Emirates Motors (IEM) celebrates its second anniversary as the official distributor of MG Motor in the UAE...

Inter Emirates Motors Unveils the All-New MG ONE

Inter Emirates Motors, the official distributor of MG in the UAE, hosted a spectacular event to launch the all-new MG ONE at the W Hotel in The Palm, Dubai on Tuesday, 21st March 2023...

The Škoda Octavia VRS at the Dubai Autodrome

Škoda UAE organised an exclusive test drive of its latest model, the Škoda Octavia VRS, at the Dubai Autodrome on 1st February 2023...

Shumon Zaman, Chief Information & Digital Officer at Ali & Sons, talks about change in the Grand Finale of the Global CIO Forum

Shumon Zaman explains to Arun Shankar, GEC Media Group's Editor, that large conglomerates have old business embedded inside legacy applications...

Audi Wins 2022 Dealer of the Year

I am thrilled to announce that our Audi team has achieved outstanding success at the Audi Middle East Awards Ceremony...

VW, The Official Sponsor of Al Wahda Football Club

Volkswagen Abu Dhabi and Al Ain becomes the official sponsor of the Al Wahda Football Club...

MG Distributors Conference 2023

MG Motor recently hosted the 2023 Distributor Conference to honor the top-performing MG Motor distributors from the Middle East...

Remarkable HSE Achievements for ASMEF

ASMEF is proud to announce the achievement of the following key safety milestones...

ASC Achievement of 20 Million Manhours Without LTI

It is with great pride to announce that Ali & Sons Contracting has made another successful milestone of crossing 20-million manhours work without any Lost Time Injury (LTI)...

Emarat Aloula Celebrates 20Million Manhours LTI Free Milestone

The Emarat Aloula Group is proud to have accomplished a significant milestone in its safety record by reaching 20 Million Manhours ...

ASRE Achieves Three Certifications

We are extremely proud to announce that ASRE is now certified on the following ...

Minor Hotels Adds NH Collection La Suite Hotel, Dubai to its Portfolio

Bangkok, October 2022: Minor Hotels, a hotel owner, operator, and investor, currently with a portfolio of 530 hotels and resorts ...

Lean Six Sigma Milestone of 1400 White Belt Graduates

We are proud to announce that we have now trained over 1400 employees on the Lean Six SigmaWhite Belt Program...

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