KSA, Riyadh - 23 April 2019:  The ongoing mega-project announcements and improvements to government regulations are expected to boost demand for, and enhance the long term performance of Riyadh’s real estate sector, highlights JLL’s Q1 market overview. Reforms focused on increasing transparency, enhancing the logistics sector and ...Read More

Dubai, UAE, 15 April 2019:  The Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC), and the Internet Society held their first regional workshop on enabling the digital infrastructure in the Middle East region.  The workshop was attended by delegates from KSA, Egypt, Bahrain, Oman and the Internet Society. The Arab governments ...Read More

The First Saudi Global Forum in Washington D.C. USA highlights the significance of female participation in all aspects of Saudi society Over the last two years, Saudi Arabia has been going through a groundbreaking period of transformation that is focused on diversifying its oil-dependent economy, and that has improved the rights and mobility of ...Read More

We expect the Saudi government's expansionary budget will help boost economic growth. We forecast wider fiscal deficits, but expect Saudi Arabia will retain strong government and external balance sheets. We are affirming our 'A-/A-2' long- and short-term sovereign ratings on Saudi Arabia. The outlook remains stable. Rating ...Read More

Managed and operated by VFS Global, the centres have started accepting visa application submissions to Belgium from residents and citizens of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia  Visa Application Centre inaugurated in Al Khobar by H.E. Dominique Mineur, Ambassador of Belgium to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia, March 12, 2019:  ...Read More

UAE national airline demonstrates commitment to Abu Dhabi’s second largest city with 10 scheduled services   May 09, 2019 - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways will operate a daily scheduled flight between the oasis city of Al Ain in the UAE and Jeddah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the last ten days of ...Read More

2019 will see Turkish Airlines expand its extensive flight network with the introduction of 13 new routes including Sharjah and Marrakech which started operations in early April Turkey’s national carrier served a total of 1.58 million passengers in the Middle East during Q1 2019, rising by 2.5 percent since the same period in ...Read More

 Visa Application Center inaugurated in Riyadh by His Excellency, Mr. Gerard McCoy, Ambassador of Ireland to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia    May 02, 2019:  Citizens and expatriate residents of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia can apply for visas to Ireland at the new visa application centers jointly launched by the Embassy of ...Read More

Day 3 of the Arabian Travel Market 2019 ended with tremendous success,  as expected the day 3 also attracted innumerable travel enthusiast's from the globe to the largest and most awaited yearly event for the travel and tourism industry. ATM 2019 seems promising and would see huge crowd on it's last day tomorrow. Global ...Read More

April 30, 2019:  The Arabian Travel Market 2019 embarked with tremendous success on its second day. It attracted innumerable travel enthusiasts from different regions of the world to this largest and most awaited yearly event for the travel and tourism industry. ATM 2019 is gaining traction each day with an increased in number of visitors ...Read More

Agreements in Egypt and Bahrain open up new markets for company Follows recent contract wins in Saudi Arabia and Kenya   May 12, 2019:  Abdul Latif Jameel Energy has stepped up its active participation in the Middle East’s water sector with two agreements expanding its presence in Egypt and ...Read More

Aims to invest over $1 billion in new investments and acquisitions over the next 3 years, including the acquisition of two North American companies in oilfield services technology and manufacturing TAQA’s 2021 Strategy is to become a leading oilfield services and equipment provider, targeting new markets in the wider Middle East & ...Read More

Riyadh, Monday 8 April, 2019:   Khalid Al-Falih, Saudi Arabia’s Energy Minister, said the Kingdom does not plan to deepen its oil production cuts. He added that oil markets are “healthy.”    Speaking to Manus Cranny, Bloomberg Television, Al-Falih said that the OPEC+ meeting in May will be a ...Read More

  Shuqaiq 3 will have a capacity to produce 450,000 cubic metres per day and serve 2 million people This will be the company's third such facility, after Al Khobar 1 and Al Jubail RO4 (built in 2015) With these three projects, the Spanish company will provide water to more than 3 million people   30 January 2019, ...Read More

January 23 2019, Saudi Arabia: Speaking to Bloomberg Television’s Jonathan Ferro, Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser said the oil giant is talking to credit rating agencies in preparation for its foray into the international bond market. Aramco is looking at a potential bond sale to pay for SABIC.    Other highlights ...Read More

PwC: AI to contribute up to $15.7 trillion to the global economy in 2030 AI to dramatically boost the GDP of KSA, UAE and Egypt by 2030 May 16, 2019 - Saudi: AI is going to be a big game changer in the global economy, and much of the value potential is up for grabs. A PwC 2018 report estimated that AI could contribute up to $15.7 ...Read More

Zero Latency brings the next generation of virtual reality entertainment to the Kingdom Riyadh, May 15, 2019:  Next generation multi-player virtual reality gaming has arrived in Saudi Arabia.    Zero Latency - a pioneering global leader in warehouse scale, free-roam, multiplayer virtual reality gaming - is available now at its ...Read More

State of the Art Facility will Prepare Next Gen Saudi Students for the Digital Economy and support Public Sector Entities Deliver Smart Government Services    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 30 April 2019:   In line with its commitment to support the Ministry of Communications and Information technology’s strategic objectives to ...Read More

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 15th April 2019 –   HONOR, the leading smartphone e-brand, debuts its retail presence in Saudi Arabia with the launch of its first shop-in-shop at Jarir Ahasa Showroom in Riyadh. The opening presents youth in the Kingdom the opportunity to access HONOR’s robust portfolio of devices and ...Read More

OMEN by HP sponsors Gamerscon Khobar HP Sponsored Osh-Tekk Warriors take gold at Gamerscon Overwatch tournament Khobar, Saudi Arabia – April 10, 2019 –   For the fourth year running, OMEN by HP was the main sponsor for Gamerscon Saudi Arabia which took place in Khobar between 28-30 March 2019. The event saw gaming ...Read More

Mecca, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 11 February 2019: One of Saudi Arabia’s largest educational institutions, the Umm Al Qura University will implement Oracle Autonomous Database to create an integrated digital platform that will help the University deliver seamless and paperless educational services to more than 100000 students across its 36 ...Read More

Will create a diversified, pan-regional drilling powerhouse with 58 onshore and 9 offshore rigs and decades of experience across Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Iraq and Pakistan. Fully aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the transaction expected to demonstrate TAQA’s delivery on its transformation strategies to unlock value and ...Read More

 UL runs full day training sessions with the customs officers at King Abdulaziz Airport and Jeddah Islamic Sea Port   Customs officers briefed on the registered Marks owned by UL  Officials were also shown counterfeit products previously seized in the region   Jeddah, 25 April 2019:  Global safety ...Read More

Saudi Arabia, April 10, 2019:   Profitability in the Saudi Arabian insurance sector continued to weaken in 2018. The "Saudi Insurance Market Sees Another Profit Decline In 2018" report, published April 10, 2019, on RatingsDirect, details how the 33 listed re-insurance companies saw pre-tax income fall 28% last year and 55% ...Read More

The feature, exclusive to Saudi, falls under ‘Masaruky’ and is designed to give women driver-partners in Saudi Arabia the choice to select a preference of women riders A global first for Uber, the feature aims to provide greater access to economic opportunities for Saudi women, whilst being mindful of the cultural ...Read More

April 09, 2019:  BMW takes to the stage at Auto Shanghai 2019 with the spotlight on two model premieres in particular. The new BMW 3 Series Sedan is making its Chinese debut at the international motor show, and the latest generation of the globally popular sports sedan will be built for the Chinese market by BMW Brilliance Automotive in ...Read More

Event attended by Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al Abdullah Al Faisal, President of the Saudi Federation of Automobiles and Motorcycles, and David King, Aston Martin Vice President and Chief Special Operations Officer Regional premiere of Rapide E cutaway model - World’s First Electric Four-Door Luxury GT DBS Superleggera unveiled for ...Read More

Saudi Arabia, December 27, 2018:  Al-Jazeera Paints participated in a workshop titled "The Forum of Engineering Offices and the Effectiveness of Fire-resistant Paints in Buildings". It was held recently in the building of innovation and entrepreneurship at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals in Dhahran. It was ...Read More

Launch of new solar PV projects with a direct investment of USD 1.51 billion  May 13, 2019- The 22nd edition of Saudi Elenex – the international trade exhibition for Electricity, Alternative Energy, Lighting, Power Generation, and Water successfully concluded amidst strong international and local participation. The overwhelming ...Read More

The smartwatch is carefully crafted to be comfortable, durable and a fitness focused smartwatch KSA, Riyadh – May 15, 2019: Riyadh, KSA, HONOR, the leading smartphone e-brand, has announced the retail availability of its new watch, HONOR Watch Magic, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Available exclusively at Jarir Bookstore in the color of ...Read More

Don’t miss your favorite star this month   May 09, 2019:  Following the great success of MAKE UP FOR EVER’s Helwet Ramadan season 1 & 2, MAKE UP FOR EVER returns with Helwet Ramadan YouTube program, season 3. Helwet Ramadan series includes 30 episodes with top celebrities and makeup artists from the Arab world that ...Read More

Eid- Al- Fitr Gift Guide  May 06, 2019:  As the curtain rises on the holy month of Ramadan, a new spell of celebration, generous hospitality and prosperity will come with the new moon. It is also that time of the year around which the gift giving begins! A handpicked EID gift guide comprising of the finest timepieces and ...Read More

Men in Black special agents can neuralyze to their heart’s content with this new piece of equipment. Codename: Police SPL872 May 16, 2019:   Police, lifestyle brand owned by the De Rigo Group, returns to Hollywood to protect the Earth from the dregs of the universe. From June 2019, the brand will return to the silver screen in ...Read More

POP-UP DATES: 17 May – 3 June 2019 Saudi Arabia - May 15, 2019:  Fashion Forward Dubai (FFWD) - the Middle East’s definitive fashion platform, will present a special collection by twelve regional designers for its third edition in Jeddah department store Rubaiyat, Stars Avenue during Ramadan, from May 17 until June 3. Dresses ...Read More

What:  In honor of the opening of the Michael Kors Collection Old Bond Street townhouse, Michael joined Tim Blanks for a conversation at Central Saint Martins in London. The two discussed Michael’s early years, his 35+ years in the industry and his take on American fashion.    A private cocktail party and seated dinner to ...Read More

The property recognized for its outstanding services and facilities by World Travel Awards 2019 Al Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - May 12, 2019:  Millennium Taiba & Al Aqeeq , the two prominent hotels located at the heart of Madinah next Al Masjid Al Nabawi, wins Medina’s Leading Hotel Award 2019 at World Travel Awards Middle ...Read More

 66-apartment property appeals to business, leisure and pilgrim travellers who seek premium, trusted extended stay experience Madinah, Saudi Arabia – 12 May 2019:  Marriott International has announced the opening of Marriott Executive Apartments Madinah, marking the brand’s debut in the Holy City. The re-branded property ...Read More

Exclusive offerings during the holy month of Ramadan Makkah, KSA (8th of May 2019): M Hotel Makkah by Millennium, a 5-star hotel located in the heart of the holy city of Makkah, offers exclusive rates to guests, Umrah performers and Makkah visitors during the holy month of Ramadan. Encompassing 785 rooms and suites elegantly decorated and ...Read More

The leading dairy cooperative has expanded its reach in the Kingdom, opening up access to its nutritious products  3 April 2019:   FrieslandCampina, one of the world’s leading and largest dairy cooperatives, today launched a new national headquarters in Saudi Arabia. Following 60 years of success in the Kingdom, the new ...Read More

08 April 2019, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia:  A Saudi patient with a devastating facial injury now feels like he has his life back on track thanks to life-changing surgery by Saudi German Hospital (SGH) in Jeddah. A 30-year-old patient was involved in a gardening accident with an electric chainsaw, which resulted in severe and catastrophic ...Read More

Universal health coverage is WHO’s number one goal and theme for this year’s World Health Day Aligned and in support of World Health Day, Mr. Makarem Batterjee, President of Bait Al Batterjee (BAB) holding company and Vice Chairman and Deputy President of Saudi German Hospitals Group, shares his healthcare vision and purpose for ...Read More

14 February 2019, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Saudi German Hospitals Group (SGH Group) has announced that it has successfully completed 66% of establishing its brand-new healthcare facility in Dammam, and is set to be completed by June 2019. Once complete, the state-of-the-art hospital will cover an area of 39,000 square meters, with 8 operating ...Read More

The partnership is Uber’s largest subsidised transport program globally Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 06 May 2019:  Uber today announced a strategic partnership with “Takamol Holding”, which operates Wusool, a program developed by Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), with the goal of enabling working women in Saudi Arabia ...Read More

Saudi Ports Authority operates the port using a 360-degree approach which not only makes it an integrated marine and maritime centre but a comprehensive one-stop shop for all Saudi maritime services as well  Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 28th April 2019: King Abdulaziz Port, the largest Saudi port on the Arabian Gulf, marks its successful story ...Read More

Vision 2030 goals to drive sustainable growth and developments in the maritime sector are discussed during two days of interactive and stimulating sessions Saudi Arabia, March 14, 2019 -   Saudi Arabia’s maritime sector is gearing up to make the kingdom a regional logistics hub and drive forward economic diversification and job ...Read More

ACTIVISION BLIZZARD: First Five Cities Revealed for New Call of Duty Esports League   12 May 19:   Following the blueprint established and validated with the Overwatch League, Activision Blizzard has started the team sales process for a professional Call of Duty esports league and has already sold five franchises for ...Read More

Say Hello to Pure Protection with 100% Pampers Dryness and 0% Compromise   May 07, 2019:   Some parents are looking for product options with plant-based ingredients and don’t want to sacrifice performance. A tried & true and most importantly trusted brand by parents for decades, Pampers just released a new line ...Read More

Saudi Arabia, April 21, 2019:  On the 16th of April, the prestigious George Washington University in Washington D.C., USA saw visitors enter its premises to attend the newest forum dedicated to honoring the journey and accomplishments of Saudi Arabian women. The inaugural edition of The AboutHer Global Forum (AGF) entitled “Saudi Women ...Read More

Places the spotlight on new home security devices making it easier for residents to monitor their property from anywhere. Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – April 14, 2019:  Ring, a company on a mission to reduce crime in neighbourhoods, is participating in Intersec Saudi Arabia 2019. The company is promoting its innovative home ...Read More

 On 11 March, the 2019 ISH will open in Frankfurt am Main, Germany: More than 2,400 international exhibitors will present their bathroom and kitchen novelties and other innovations.  For the first time ever, GROHE will position itself as a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions, kitchen systems and intelligent water ...Read More

Saudi Arabia, December 04, 2018:  Al Jazira Paints has opened a new production line called "Making Joy", coinciding with the International Children's Day. The company has recently enabled hundreds of children to work together with KIDSDOM for two consecutive days at Al Hayat Mall in Riyadh on the impact of rain showers in the ...Read More

24 March 2019, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia:   A new initiative sponsored by Saudi German Hospitals Group (SGH Group), in collaboration with Batterjee Medical College (BMC), is set to offer hundreds of Saudi students’ prosperous opportunities in the healthcare sector. The Education for Employment program (E4E), which started in 2018, ...Read More