Business & Money | Thursday 28 May, 2015 12:39 pm

SEDCO Capital inks realty deals worth $145.5 mln in the United States

In-line with the firm’s strategy in investing in high-quality assets and investment opportunities, SEDCO Capital, a leading Saudi asset manager, announced three new realty deals worth $145.5 million, bolstering the firm’s investments in the U.S. Commenting on the deals, Hasan Al-Jabri, Chief...

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Technology & IT | Thursday 28 May, 2015 12:30 pm

128GB Samsung Galaxy S6 edge Gold Color Now Available at Jarir Bookstore

Samsung Electronics in Saudi Arabia has responded based on popular demand and pleased to announce that the Gold 128 GB version of Samsung Galaxy S6 edge has finally arrived and available across Jarir Bookstore outlets in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The much-anticipated smartphone is available at...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 28 May, 2015 10:54 am

The Rise of Family-Friendly Hostels: What to Look for and Where to Book

Once predominantly associated with the 20-something backpacker, hostels around the world are now recognizing the demand for affordable family accommodation and are adapting their facilities accordingly. Global PR and Content Manager at HotelsCombined, Alycia Simons says that with hostel options...

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Business & Money | Thursday 28 May, 2015 9:38 am

Italy and Germany spearhead international participation at Automechanika Dubai 2015

- Top European manufacturers get ready for action at Middle East and Africa’s largest auto aftermarket trade show- Italy and Germany will spearhead a record turnout of international exhibitors at Automechanika Dubai 2015, as the wider Middle East and Africa’s largest automotive...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 28 May, 2015 3:04 am

KSA's top photography contest open for entries

The Colors of Saudi Arabia Forum, the top photography contest in the country with prizes worth over SR1 million, is now open for online entries.Professional and amateur photographers are allowed to enter the contest. The final deadline is Sept. 30. The awards ceremony will be held at the Riyadh...

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Business & Money | Thursday 28 May, 2015 3:02 am

Kingdom ‘means’ business

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman on Wednesday emphasized his government’s commitment to address the issues facing businesses and adopt viable steps to woo local and foreign investment.Speaking to business leaders including chairmen of chambers and banks, the king called for the...

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Business & Money | Thursday 28 May, 2015 2:56 am

Penspen Appoints New EVP Asset Management & Asset Integrity and Regional Director of the Americas

Penspen, a leading global provider of engineering and management services to the energy industry, has strengthened its Houston team with the appointment of Carl Mook as the new EVP Asset Management and Asset Integrity and Regional Director of the Americas.In his new EVP role, Carl will be...

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Business & Money | Thursday 28 May, 2015 2:06 am

Prince Alwaleed urged to boost Uganda investments

Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, chairman of Kingdom Holding Company (KHC), received at his office in Riyadh, Rashid Ssemuddu, Ugandan Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. The meeting was also attended by Hassna Alturki, executive manager for international relations to the chairman and Ahmed Altubaishi, executive ...

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Technology & IT | Thursday 28 May, 2015 1:50 am

“Mobily Business Football Tournament 2015” for Semi-finals

Mobily Business Football Tournament 2015 has reached the semi-final phase, after the end of the group phase that included 14 teams in Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar.The matches at this phase will witness a strong confrontation between Saudi Hollandi Bank team versus Security Forces Hospital Program...

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Business & Money | Thursday 28 May, 2015 1:47 am

Ideal Standard Mena celebrates the launch of the Blue Book Mena Edition

the internationally acclaimed sanitary ware brand, part of Ideal Standard Mena brand offer, with origins from UK since more than 100 years , celebrated the launch of the Blue Book Mena Edition at the Address Downtown, Dubai. Brought forth in collaboration with the Armitage Shanks distributor in...

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