Business & Money | Friday 6 February, 2015 5:57 am

SCTA's recruitment roadshow kicks off

The Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA) has launched one of its biggest recruitment roadshows for citizens in the hospitality sector with more than 2,000 jobs on offer.SCTA, in collaboration with the Human Resource Development Fund and the National System for Joint Training, has...

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Healthcare | Friday 6 February, 2015 2:08 am

GCC blocks ‘95% of unfit workers’

A standard medical test used by all six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have seen them block 95 percent of unfit workers from entering their territory, said Saudi Health Minister Ahmad Al-Khateeb on Wednesday.Al-Khateeb said the GCC had previously only been able to block 70 percent of...

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Cars & Autos | Friday 6 February, 2015 1:23 am

Nissan reveals Le Mans challenger during Super Bowl

Nissan today declared itself ready to take on the world’s best sports car manufacturers after revealing a glimpse of its Le Mans challenger – the Nissan GT-R LM NISMO – during the commercial break for Super Bowl XLIX. In a bold move, the Japanese manufacturer has interpreted the sport’s...

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Business & Money | Thursday 5 February, 2015 3:42 pm

Innovation agenda a key focus for GCC governments, says GPCA

Regional governments have put innovation front and center on their national agenda, as evidenced by the growing R&D budgets in the Arabian Gulf, said the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA). With Saudi Arabia and Qatar making up the top 40 investors in research and development...

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Cars & Autos | Thursday 5 February, 2015 3:19 pm

Surprise premiere of the new Audi Q7

As one of the key motoring events in the Middle East, the Qatar Motor Show is attracting car lovers and trade professionals alike and serves as a stage for Audi’s latest innovations. Over the past few years Audi has seen a steady momentum of growth in the Middle East and especially in Qatar....

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Technology & IT | Thursday 5 February, 2015 3:12 pm

GE highlights role of innovation in driving Kuwait’s growth at 2015 Engineering Innovation Forum

Highlighting its commitment to localization, GE (NYSE: GE) has joined hands with the College of Engineering & Petroleum at Kuwait University to host the 2015 Engineering Innovation Forum held at the Radisson Blu Hotel Kuwait, with the objective of engaging and inspiring the younger generations in...

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Culture & Education | Thursday 5 February, 2015 2:46 pm

SABIC sponsors and collaborates in organizing Saudi Science

SABIC is a strategic sponsor of the Saudi Science and Creativity Festival and is playing an active role in organizing the event jointly with the Ministry of Education, King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), and Saudi Aramco. The Festival was opened by...

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Technology & IT | Thursday 5 February, 2015 2:43 pm

Epson showcases latest Ink Tank System printers in the UAE

Epson showcased its latest range of ITS printers at an event held in UAE. Epson’s high-capacity ink tank enables users to keep their printing costs low, increase productivity and reduce downtime. The purpose-built ink tank is fully integrated into the printer so users can enjoy reliable colour...

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Business & Money | Thursday 5 February, 2015 2:21 pm

MEFIC Capital Distribute Al-Qannas Fund Dividends

The Board of Director of Al-Qannas Fund, managed by Middle East Financial Investment Company “MEFIC Capital”, a leading Investment House, licensed and regulated by the Capital Market Authority of Saudi Arabia, has approved the distribution of the fund’s annual net yield of 8%.Al-Qannas Fund...

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Business & Money | Thursday 5 February, 2015 1:59 pm

MUSCAT EXPO AT INTERSEC EXPO DUBAI

Muscat Expo LLC participated at the INTERSEC Exhibition in Dubai which concluded last week and was the only Company from Oman at the exhibition. INTERSEC which is in its 17th edition, is the largest international trade exhibition for Fire, Safety and Security in the world with over 1200 Exhibitors...

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