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...
Arabian Contracting Co. (Al Arabia) was awarded, on Dec. 25, a 10-year project by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) to invest in and lease the internal advertising spaces within the King Abdulaziz Project for Riyadh Public Transport, including the trains and buses. According to...
When it comes to choosing the right smartphone, both the HONOR X9c and the HONOR X9c Smart are excellent choices to consider. By combining a robust design with advanced features, both smartphones offer an elevated smartphone experience while being tailored to slightly different needs. These subtle...
AD Ports Group today announced the completion of the biggest restructuring in its corporate history, integrating the assets of recently acquired Noatum Group into its existing business structure. The integration of Barcelona-based Noatum Group, a vertically integrated provider of global...
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has announced an additional loan of AED 147 million (US$40 million) to support the completion of the Velana International Airport project in the Maldives. This follows an earlier loan of AED183.5 million (US$50 million) provided in 2017 for the project’s ...
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has been awarded the Global Excellence Award in Technology Project Management for 2024 by the Global Project Management Forum (GPMF) for its pioneering 3D Printing Project. The project has revolutionized healthcare delivery, enhancing...
SHEIN, the global online retailer of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle products has announced its first-ever winter camping event in the Middle East, set to take place on December 5, 2024, against the stunning desert backdrop just outside Riyadh, offering outdoor enthusiasts and fans of the brand an...
Credit rating agencies Moody's and Fitch assigned short-term ratings to Saudi Aramco's $10 billion commercial paper program. Moody's assigned a Prime-1 short-term rating to Aramco, along with the same rating for the company’s commercial paper program. It also reaffirmed Aramco's long-term...
Kingdom Holding Co. (KHC) acquired a stake in xAI CORP. (xAI) for SAR 1.5 billion ($400 million), as part of xAI’s Series C funding round, according to a statement to Tadawul. This followed KHC's previous investment at the same value in xAI during its Series B funding round. The financing...
Saudi Pharmaceutical Industries and Medical Appliances Corp. (SPIMACO) inked a Shariah-compliant credit facility agreement with Alinma Bank for SAR 220 million, according to a statement to Tadawul. The agreement includes a short-term, one-year facility at SAR 20 million, and...
Mubadala Investment Company has acquired an 80% stake in Global Medical Supply Chain (GMSC) and Al Ittihad Drug Store (IDS) from GlobalOne Healthcare Holding (GHH), with GHH retaining a 20% stake. This strategic acquisition enhances Mubadala's footprint in the healthcare logistics and...