Business & Money | Thursday 28 November, 2024 4:44 pm

RIBA strengthens Gulf presence and partnerships

As part of its work to promote architectural excellence and grow its global membership, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has been taking steps to strengthen its presence and strategic partnerships in the Gulf. This work coincides with the 15th anniversary of the RIBA Gulf...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 11:59 am

MIS extends MoU to explore feasibility of AI cloud services

Al Moammar Information Systems Co. (MIS) extended the memorandum of understanding (MoU) to study the feasibility of providing cloud services for artificial intelligence (AI) in Saudi Arabia for 60 days, according to a Tadawul statement. The extension aims to complete the research and...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 11:55 am

Saudi Arabia completes $12B international bond issue

Saudi Arabia closed investor requests for international bond issuance, as part of the Saudi Government International Bond program, the National Debt Management Center (NDMC) announced. Total subscription requests reached approximately $37 billion, exceeding three times the total...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 11:53 am

DEWA wins two accolades at 2024 International Innovation Awards

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) won two accolades at the 2024 International Innovation Awards, organised by Enterprise Asia to recognise outstanding organisations in innovative services, entrepreneurship, sustainability and the promotion of a culture of innovation. DEWA won both...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 11:44 am

Air Arabia launches new non-stop flights to Ethiopia

Air Arabia has announced the launch of its new non-stop flights to Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia. Starting January 30th, the new service will connect Sharjah International Airport with Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with a frequency of three times a week on Tuesdays,...

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Culture & Education | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 11:39 am

Canadian University Dubai students develop award-winning taxi management system

AI-powered innovation aims to enhance the efficiency and safety of transport services in Dubai A team of engineering students from Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has created an innovative AI-powered management system to enhance the efficiency and safety of taxi services in Dubai. The new...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 10:54 am

FIPCO inks SAR 50M credit facility agreement with Al Rajhi Bank

Filling and Packing Materials Manufacturing Co. (FIPCO) signed on Dec. 16, 2024, a Shariah-compliant credit facility agreement with Al Rajhi Bank for SAR 50 million, according to a statement to Tadawul. The 12-month facility, ending on Nov. 30, 2025, is covered by a promissory note for the...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 10:40 am

du announces appointment of Amna Al Akraf as Chief Internal Audit

du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, today announced the appointment of Amna Al Akraf as the new Chief Internal Audit. With over 14 years of experience in the field, Amna Al Akraf brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record in corporate governance, risk assessments, and ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 10:30 am

ADDED launches Abu Dhabi Registration and Licensing Authority to develop and regulate business sector

The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has launched Abu Dhabi Registration and Licensing Authority (ADRA) to further enhance and regulate the business sector across the emirate.  The launch follows the Abu Dhabi Executive Council's resolution to establish ADRA to oversee ...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 10:27 am

The Business Year and Msheireb Properties Announce Speaker Lineup for the Qatar Investment and Innovation Conference 2025

Msheireb Properties and The Business Year have revealed the lineup of distinguished speakers for the Qatar Investment and Innovation Conference, taking place on January 15, at Barahat Msheireb, Msheireb Downtown Doha. The conference will bring together influential leaders from across the Gulf...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 7 January, 2025 10:23 am

Sharjah Literature Festival's Inaugural Edition to Launch in January 2025, Organised by EPA and SBA

Under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and with the support and guidance of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority and Founder and Honorary President of the Emirates ...

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