Technology & IT | Saturday 21 January, 2017 1:42 am

Siemens shows tech for smart buildings and critical infrastructure security at Intersec 2017

Siemens will showcase a full range of Total Building Solutions at Intersec 2017, 22 to 24 January, demonstrating how building functions can be digitalized and integrated for improved security, comfort, reliability, and energy efficiency.   Functions such as fire protection, access...

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Environment & Energy | Friday 20 January, 2017 3:49 am

Saudi Arabia to become ‘major exporter’ of renewable energy

Saudi Arabia aims to become a “major exporter” of renewable energy, its energy minister has revealed.  Khalid Al-Falih said there are plans to allow for the export of cleanly produced electricity to Europe. “If the region gets connected to Europe for example, then solar...

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Business & Money | Friday 20 January, 2017 3:02 am

Bupa Arabia leads as one of the largest companies in the Kingdom for the year 2016

Bupa Arabia for cooperative insurance, the largest healthcare provider in the Kingdom, improved its position by occupying the 37th rank, ascending 7 ranks. This successful achievement ensures Bupa Arabia’s leading role in the healthcare sector as one of the top 100 brands in the Kingdom,...

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Cars & Autos | Friday 20 January, 2017 2:05 am

Haji Husein Alireza & Co Ltd unveils the all-new CX9

Haji Hussein Alireza & Co. Ltd, the exclusive dealers for Mazda cars in Saudi Arabia, launched the all-new generation of Mazda CX9.   The all- new Mazda CX9 was unveiled at a special press conference attended by Haji Husein Alireza & Co. Ltd senior executives, including Sheikh...

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Business & Money | Thursday 19 January, 2017 4:00 am

NCB’s net income reached SR 9,317 million in 2016

The National Commercial Bank (NCB) announced its record net income in 2016, which reached SR 9.32 billion compared to SR 9.09 billion for the previous year, achieving an increase of SR 228 million, with a growth rate of 2.5% compared to 2015. The Q4 net income reached SR 2.29 billion compared to SR ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 19 January, 2017 3:50 am

Medical city hosts food trucks festival

In the past few years, food trucks has become a common phenomenon in Saudi Arabia as they have been seen in several spots around the city such as, exhibitions, forums, public areas and events in general. Additionally, food trucks have grown rapidly as a number of families have found a way to...

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Technology & IT | Thursday 19 January, 2017 3:20 am

Samsung Continues Air Conditioning Leadership with 360 Cassette

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. participated in the HVACR Expo that took place IN Jeddah between the 16th and 18th of January 2017. During the Expo Samsung’s Saher Hilal, Head of Department at Samsung, gave a lecture to increase awareness about the all-new 360 Cassette that was invented to...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 18 January, 2017 3:22 pm

Kaec Hands Over Single Family Residential Land Plots in Talah Gardens Phase 3

King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) is handing over single family residential land plots in Phase 3 of the Talah Gardens district as part of the residential projects at KAEC.   “I am proud to say that, following completion of the infrastructure work, we are handing over the land...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 18 January, 2017 2:15 pm

Flynas Orders 120 A320neo Aircraft

Flynas, Saudi Arabia's leading low-fare carrier, has signed an agreement with Airbus for 120 A320neo Family aircraft. The agreement at list price worth SAR 32 billion (USD 8.6 billion), which includes 80 firm orders with deliveries scheduled during 2018-2026 with another...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 18 January, 2017 5:01 am

FM Expo Saudi, Saudi Clean Expo 2017 end on a high note

The first edition of the only dedicated Facilities Management, Cleaning, and Hygiene event in Saudi Arabia ended Tuesday after three successful show days. Co-located with HVACR Expo Saudi and running on Jan. 15-17 at the Jeddah Centre for Forums & Events, FM Expo Saudi and Saudi Clean Expo 2017 ...

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