Business & Money | Thursday 2 November, 2017 12:04 am

Fawaz Al Hokair Opens its first Apple products store in the KSA

Fawaz Abdulaziz Al Hokair Co, the leading company in the retail sector, opens “Aleph”, its first store and the biggest in Saudi Arabia for Apple products and accessories in Nakheel Mall, Riyadh.   The trade agreement concluded between Fawaz Al Hokair Co and Apple, the...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 1 November, 2017 6:49 pm

Sultan Al Qasimi Inaugurates Sharjah International Book Fair’s 36th Edition

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the 36th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) this morning (Wednesday).   In his speech His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi underscored...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 1 November, 2017 5:27 pm

Sultan Al Qasimi Inaugurates Sharjah International Book Fair’s 36th Edition

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated the 36th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) this morning (Wednesday).   In his speech His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi underscored...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 1 November, 2017 2:05 pm

Saudi Electricity Company and GE Power sign agreements to promote scientific research in the power sector

The Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) and GE Power (NYSE: GE) have signed two technical agreements to promote scientific research and development (R&D) for the power sector in the Kingdom. The collaborations will identify innovative solutions to develop and install new systems that will boost gas ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 1 November, 2017 10:35 am

THE MEYDAN HOTEL AND BAB AL SHAMS DESERT RESORT & SPA EARN WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS 2017

World Travel Awards™ recently recognized The Meydan Hotel and Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa during its 24th annual World Travel Awards, with two prestigious awards, where The Meydan Hotel received ‘Middle East’s Leading Sports Resort’ for the 5th consecutive year ...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 1 November, 2017 2:12 am

US$ 90 billion will be invested in KSA’s energy sector

Saudi Arabia is planning a national program to optimise water and energy consumption, and intends to reduce subsidies for fuel, power and water. Major restructuring of the kingdom's energy and water sectors will take place as part of the Saudi vision 2030. The drive towards energy efficiency ...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 1 November, 2017 1:04 am

UAE Company DAMAC Properties Ranks First on Forbes Global 2000 List of Fastest Growing Companies Worldwide

DAMAC Properties, a leading luxury real estate developer in the region, has clinched the number one spot on the Forbes Global 2000 List of Growth Champions, making it the fastest growing company worldwide among the top 2,000 listed by Forbes.   The Forbes list was created in...

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Government | Wednesday 1 November, 2017 12:33 am

King orders setting up of National Cyber Security Authority

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman issued a decree on Tuesday to set up the National Cyber Security Authority. Minister of State and Member of the Cabinet Dr. Musaed Al-Aiban has been appointed as chairman of the board of directors of the authority. The authority will be directly...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 31 October, 2017 2:34 pm

Saudi Arabian Military Industries Company Appoints Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer

Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) has announced the formation of its Board of Directors, chaired by H.E. Ahmed Al Khateeb. The Board has permanent status and is set to play an active role in overseeing SAMI's growth and development.  Commenting on the announcement, H.E. Ahmed ...

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Environment & Energy | Tuesday 31 October, 2017 12:50 pm

Siemens addresses oil and gas challenges with digitalization at ADIPEC 2017

Digitalizing the oil and gas industry will be a key focus for Siemens at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) this year, demonstrating how digital technologies can address cost, efficiency and security challenges in the sector. Siemens will show that with the...

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