Business & Money | Wednesday 25 April, 2018 12:41 pm

Abdul Latif Jameel signs MoU with Japan’s Kosei Aluminium

Abdul Latif Jameel has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japanese company Kosei Aluminium to explore the feasibility of a joint venture that would manufacture aluminum wheels and components in Saudi Arabia.    During a visit by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 25 April, 2018 2:13 am

Al Tamimi & Company hosts first bespoke forum on Foreign Investment in KSA

Al Tamimi & Company, the largest law firm in the Middle East, hosted its first bespoke forum in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the theme “Foreign Investments in KSA”, offering the opportunity for industry leaders to participate in discussions surrounding the changing economic and ...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 25 April, 2018 12:15 am

Intersec Saudi Arabia 2018 opens for business featuring 150 exhibitors from 20 countries

Intersec Saudi Arabia 2018 opened (24 April) in Jeddah, with 150 exhibitors from 20 countries looking to network and generate fresh business opportunities in the Kingdom’s US$6.02 billion security, safety and fire protection market.    The 2ndedition of the annual...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 24 April, 2018 1:30 pm

Over 50% of Saudi women believe that not having the right skills to be employed is the biggest myth hindering their success

More than half (52%) of women in Saudi Arabia believe the perception that they are not equipped with the necessary skill sets to join the workforce in the Kingdom is the biggest myth hindering their success and employment. This is according to a new research from...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 24 April, 2018 1:27 pm

Shurooq and Emaar Hospitality Group announce Vida Al Qasba Sharjah at Arabian Travel Market

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) signed a management agreement with Emaar Hospitality Group to operate a lifestyle boutique hotel in the heart of Al Qasba, one of the most popular lifestyle and leisure destinations in the emirate.    Vida Al Qasba Sharjah,...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 24 April, 2018 12:21 pm

Udrive expands its offerings to commuters in Abu Dhabi, including electric cars

  Udrive, a dedicated pay-per-minute car rental service today opened its services to residents and visitors of Abu Dhabi. As a launch offer, all customers will be allowed a free drive up to a maximum of four hours on April 24-26th. The new service is in line with the...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 24 April, 2018 12:15 pm

Baker McKenzie recognised for Regulatory & Investigations in the Middle East

Leading international law firm Baker McKenziehas been voted "Regulatory & Investigations Team of the Year" at The Middle East Legal Awards 2018 hosted by Legal Weekand the Association of Corporate Counselin Dubai on 19 April 2018.  The awards ceremony...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 24 April, 2018 9:17 am

Itqan Investments, VPower Group and CITIC Pacific join hands in acquiring Byrne Group in AED1 billion deal

Itqan Investments LLC (“Itqan”) owned by Sheikh Hamad Al Sulaiman, together with Tamar VPower Energy Fund I LP (the “Fund”),  jointly established and managed by Hong Kong based VPower Group International Holdings Ltd. (1608.HK) (“VPower”) and CITIC...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 24 April, 2018 8:53 am

TIP to appoint VPS as their silver sponsor 
for yearly conference

TIP Healthcare Awards has appointed VPS Healthcare as their Silver Sponsor for the TIP annual conference which is set to take place on 9 May 2018.  VPS is eyeing a London-listing, manages 20 hospitals and more than 125 medical centers across the Middle East, Europe and India.  As...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 24 April, 2018 8:46 am

Nexans wins 'Cabling Vendor of the Year’ at Network World Middle East 2018

Nexans, the worldwide leader in cables and cabling systems has been named the ‘Cabling Vendor of the Year 2018,’ at the 9thannual Network World Middle East Award 2018 held in Dubai. This award recognized Nexans for its latest generation of cabling solutions portfolio, regional channel...

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