Environment & Energy | Monday 20 April, 2015 8:23 am

Over SR28 million water, sanitation projects for EP

Water and Electricity Minister Abdullah Al-Hussayen signed contracts with several companies for water and sewage projects in the Eastern Province. The three new contracts signed would incur a total cost of SR28.7 million.Director General of Water in the Eastern Province Hamad bin Abdulrahman...

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Business & Money | Monday 20 April, 2015 8:22 am

No decision yet on limiting expats’ stay

No decision has been taken to restrict the stay of expatriate workers in the Kingdom on the basis of either the period they spent in Saudi Arabia or the salaries they drew, the Labor Ministry announced on Sunday.“It was just a proposal floated on the ministry’s website ‘Maan Nuhsin’...

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Business & Money | Monday 20 April, 2015 7:26 am

Oil slide slashes SABIC’s Q1 profit

Saudi Basic Industries Corp. (SABIC) faces heavy pressure on its profits due to cheap oil but will keep investing globally to boost capacity in key areas, its acting CEO Yousef Al-Benyan said.His remarks came as the company reported a 39 plunge in first-quarter profit.The industry is cyclical and...

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Business & Money | Monday 20 April, 2015 1:22 am

FURNISHING AN IKON WORKSPACE AT INDEX ANNOUNCES IKONHOUSE PARTnership

dmg events Middle East & Asia, organisers of workspace at INDEX, announced today that ikonhouse will be launching the Workspace-of-Tomorrow installation at this year’s show – a first in the event’s 14 year history. Formerly The Office Exhibition, workspace at INDEX is the largest commercial...

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Technology & IT | Monday 20 April, 2015 12:21 am

Epson announces portable projectors for the office and classroom

Epson Middle East has announced the launch of a new range of portable, high-quality projectors with enhanced connectivity and networking features. The projectors are ideal for use in meeting rooms and classrooms and can also be used as a high-quality, affordable option in the home office. This new...

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Cars & Autos | Monday 20 April, 2015 12:15 am

Nissan’s Genuine Motor Oil (NGMO) Business Grows 70 Percent as Auto Maker

Nissan Middle East’s Aftersales Division, which handles the development and distribution of the auto makers Genuine Oils in the region, reported a 70 percent increase in volume growth in CY2014 following the Introduction of Fully Synthetic Genuine Engine Oil (5W30) and expansion to other...

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Business & Money | Sunday 19 April, 2015 9:08 pm

ADNEC to Host Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2015 from April 21 to 23

Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) has set the stage for the ninth edition of Cityscape Abu Dhabi that will run from 21 to 23 April, 2015 under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed...

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Technology & IT | Sunday 19 April, 2015 8:55 pm

Epson announces portable projectors for the office and classroom

Models are small and light enough to be easily moved between rooms and offer flexible installation options Epson Middle East has announced the launch of a new range of portable, high-quality projectors with enhanced connectivity and networking features. The projectors are ideal for use in meeting...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 19 April, 2015 7:15 pm

The Oberoi, Dubai announces the launch of Two-Bedroom Family Suites

The Oberoi, Dubai announces the launch of its Two Bedroom Family Suites. Each of these family suites comes with a private balcony offering breathtaking views of the city’s most incredible architectural marvel, the Burj Khalifa.Designed for families, these Two Bedroom Family Suites span over an...

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Sports | Sunday 19 April, 2015 4:44 pm

Aspire Zone Launches 1st Edition of the Aspire Beach Volleyball Tournament

Aspire Zone successfully launched the first edition of the Aspire Beach Volleyball Tournament, which took place on April 17 and 18 at the Sand Pitch at Aspire Zone in collaboration with the Qatar Volleyball Association.The Aspire Beach Volleyball Tournament was an innovative way for local residents ...

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