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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Technology & IT | Thursday 26 December, 2024 9:48 am

Discover the HONOR X9c and X9c Smart: Built for Durability and Performance

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...

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Business & Money | Thursday 26 December, 2024 9:20 am

AD Ports Group completes restructuring of Noatum Group Assets

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...

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Business & Money | Thursday 26 December, 2024 9:16 am

ADFD extends additional AED147 million loan to complete Velana International Airport development in Maldives

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 ...

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Business & Money | Thursday 26 December, 2024 9:06 am

From Innovation to Impact: KFSHRC's 3D Printing Project Wins Global Recognition

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...

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Beauty & Style | Wednesday 25 December, 2024 3:13 pm

Explore the Outdoors and embrace the style with SHEIN this season

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...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 25 December, 2024 10:28 am

Moody's, Fitch assign Aramco's commercial paper program short-term ratings

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...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 25 December, 2024 9:23 am

KHC acquires stake in xAI for SAR 1.5B

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...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 25 December, 2024 9:22 am

SPIMACO obtains SAR 220M credit facilities from Alinma Bank

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...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 25 December, 2024 9:19 am

Mubadala acquires majority stakes in Global Medical Supply Chain, Al Ittihad Drug

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...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 25 December, 2024 9:17 am

‘National Food Safety Committee’ discusses ways to strengthen food control systems

The National Food Safety Committee discussed, during its second meeting in 2024, ways to develop food control systems and the progress of implementing the 2024-2026 action plan in collaboration with various regulatory bodies and local authorities across the UAE. Chaired by Mohammed Saeed Al...

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