Technology & IT | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 3:06 pm

Mobily sponsors Capacity Middle East 2016

Mobily has officially sponsored Capacity Middle East 2016; the biggest event in its 11th annual edition. The conference which will be concluded today in Dubai, attracts key decision makers from carriers and Telcos in MENA region. Capacity Middle East 2016 is considered one of the most...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 3:00 pm

Kinan Releases Quarto Residential Units in Masharef Jeddah

 Kinan for real estate development recently unveiled its all-new Quarto residential units at its Masharef project in Jeddah. The novel units allow owners to enjoy living in one of four units in one building. These units have the privacy of a villa, which could be an incentive for those who...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 12:33 pm

KPMG and DED focus on taxing times

A business seminar co-hosted by KPMG and Dubai Exports, an agency of the Government of Dubai’s Department of Economic Development has highlighted how recent developments in the regional tax landscape could impact GCC businesses and investments. One key theme that emerged from the...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 11:40 am

Victorinox Swiss Army and Acer Infuse Smart Technology into Lifestyle Products

Victorinox, a manufacturer of high quality Swiss lifestyle products, and Acer, one of the world’s top five personal computer companies, today announced a partnership to introduce wearable technology into Victorinox Swiss Army’s portfolio. The two companies will unveil their first...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:54 am

Etisalat Super Cup 16 tournament to take winners to Manchester to watch live Manchester City match

Etisalat announced today the launch of its ‘Etisalat Super Cup 16 Tournament’, inviting UAE’s video gaming enthusiasts to play and win FIFA 16, an association football simulation video game developed by EA sports. Etisalat will offer three winners an exclusive chance of a free...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:21 am

WCU: Oil up as US production falls, gold seeking support

The energy sector delivered its first weekly gain in four despite seeing natural gas slump to a new 17-year low. Crude oil moved higher supported by falling US production and continued discussion among producers to limit their output.    Gold traded sideways following weeks of...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:20 am

International products and ideas on show at The Big 5 Saudi

Demanding economic times increase the need for construction contractors to find new ways to remain competitive, both to win bids and ensure current projects are delivered to budget.    In Saudi Arabia, where the construction market remains strong despite the slump in oil prices,...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:13 am

Firoz Merchant named Philanthropist of the Year

In recognition of his tireless work to help incarcerated prisoners in the UAE, Founder & Chairman of Pure Gold Jewellers, Firoz Merchant was conferred the Philanthropist of the Year award at the Indian CEO Awards held at Conrad Hotel Dubai. Over 300 of the region’s most successful...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 9:55 am

Western Auto opens spare parts facility in Dammam

Western Auto Company Ltd, one of the flagship companies in the renowned ETA Star Group of companies, added another feather to the cap by formally opening the new warehouse facility for the spare parts division in Dammam. Mohammed Khurshid Al Buhmail, Chairman – Arja Al Khaleej Trading...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 9:50 am

JEF opens with focus on economic diversification

The Jeddah Economic Forum (JEF) was inaugurated on Tuesday night, with Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal calling for purposeful discussion on public-private partnerships as key to further economic progress. Deputy Prime Minister of Turkey Mehmet Simsek, speaking on the occasion, said that after...

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