Environment & Energy | Friday 15 December, 2017 2:46 am

Sustainable energy concerns answered at Saudi smart grid conference

The seventh Saudi Arabia Smart Grid (SASG) conference was convened on Wednesday at the Jeddah Hilton Hotel with a focus on “smart solutions for sustainable energy.” The conference commenced with words from Deputy Minister for Energy Dr. Saleh Al-Awaji; the governor of the...

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Business & Money | Friday 15 December, 2017 2:35 am

US$ 3 billion regional AV market registered explosive 75% growth between 2012 and 2016

The who's who of the entertainment, hospitality and events industry from across the region, were flocking to Prolight and Sound Middle East, looking for the latest in events and entertainment products and solutions, from leading international brands. The majority of them were there with an eye...

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Government | Friday 15 December, 2017 1:46 am

Saudi Arabia plans $19bn boost for private sector

Saudi Arabia is to inject SR72 billion ($19.2 billion) into the private sector of the economy in a bid to stimulate activity in the non-oil sector, which has been hit by the slowdown in government spending as a result of oil revenue weakness. Housing and small business are major beneficiaries...

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Business & Money | Thursday 14 December, 2017 3:41 pm

SIAL Middle East 2017 record 28% increase in visitors, AED3.3 billion worth of deals

The 8th edition of SIAL Middle East has seen a growth of 28% year-on-year for visitor numbers, with the event organisers revealing that exhibitors have netted deals worth AED3.3 billion.   Joanne Cook, Managing Director for SIAL Middle East said: “With 20,000 registered visitors...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 14 December, 2017 3:17 pm

Saudi Aramco awards $175 million contract to Baker Hughes, a GE company to boost production of Haradh and Hawiyah gas fields

Saudi Aramco has awarded a $175 million contract to Baker Hughes, a GE company (NYSE: BHGE) to drive enhanced production at the Haradh and Hawiyah gas fields, underlining the strong local partnerships of BHGE in the Kingdom.   Part of Al-Ghawar, the world’s largest oilfield, Haradh ...

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Business & Money | Thursday 14 December, 2017 2:35 pm

All-Stars Index: Top 20 Event Organizers & Agencies Revealed

Eventex Awards, have just announced the top 20 event organizers and agencies from around the world as part of the newly released All-Stars Index.   The Global Event Awards celebrate the most innovative, creative and effective events from around the world. The competition runs since...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 14 December, 2017 2:33 pm

Cherish that festive feelin’ at Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham JBR

Presents Christmas and NYE culinary festivities for the whole family   Spend the most wonderful time of the year at Flavours Restaurant in Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham JBR! Make the festive season appetisingly merry with your favourite yuletide dishes at Flavours. The Christmas Eve...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 14 December, 2017 2:27 pm

Merry and bright celebrations at Ramada Downtown Dubai

Share sumptuous Christmas and NYE feasts with your loved-ones at Kenza Celebrate the festive season with your family and friends with the special Christmas and New Year’s Eve feasts at Kenza Restaurant in Ramada Downtown Dubai. Bask in traditional festive dishes from starters to...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 14 December, 2017 2:23 pm

Ramada Downtown Dubai unveils winter #MyStaycation deals

Enjoy affordable rates at Dubai’s prime district  The much-awaited cooler months are here! With Ramada Downtown Dubai’s winter #MyStaycation promotions, you can unwind and have fun at Dubai’s prime district without breaking the bank. Spend some me-time or quality time...

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Business & Money | Thursday 14 December, 2017 12:09 pm

Bahri welcomes Abdullah Aldubaikhi as new CEO

To steer the next phase of its growth, Bahri, a global leader in transportation and logistics, has appointed Abdullah Aldubaikhi as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective 01 January 2018.   As Bahri’s new CEO, Aldubaikhi will be responsible for setting and...

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