Areej Al Hammadi claimed the title for Most football 'hotstepper' ball control tricks in one minuteWalid Yari raised the bar on Most side jump push-ups in 1 minuteRecords announced at the launch of Guinness World Records Day 2020Assets available to download here:Areej Al Hammadi: video + photosWalid Yari: video + photos 29 July 2020 - ......Read More

• Revenue grew 6.2% to reach SAR 73.2 million for Q2 2020, and 7.9% to reach SAR 148.4 million for 1H 2020• Earnings before tax (EBT) of SAR 28.5 million, at margin of 38.9%• Net real estate financing portfolio grew by 9.56% or SAR 305.6 million• New disbursements across the lending book increased by 22.32%• Amlak completed its listing on Tadawul in July, under ticker symbol 1182 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 29 July 2020: Saudi Arabia’s leading non-bank real estate lender, Amlak International (“Amlak” or the “Company”), has announced its financial results for the period ended 30 June 2020. Net income grew by 20.9% y-o-y to SAR 23.8 million for the Q2 2020 period, and by 129% y-o-y to SAR 53.3 million for 1H 2020, with total revenues ......Read More

• Siemens Energy to supply 20 compressor trains for a critical gas project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)• The project will enable the operator to manage its surplus gas volumes efficiently to meet seasonal demands   July 29, 2020:  Siemens Energy was selected to provide centrifugal compressor systems for Saudi ......Read More

July 29, 2020: Watches & Wonders is coming to Shanghai for the first time. Eleven brands will exhibit at this leading watch fair, to be held September 9th to 13th, 2020 at the West Bund Art Center – a unique opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in Watchmaking Excellence and also be first to view the brands' new releases for ......Read More

Score deals on the latest HONOR devices  RIYADH, KSA, July 28, 2020:   Young consumers looking to upgrade their smart devices can rejoice with the latest new offerings from global technology brand, HONOR. With intelligent features and accessible price points, HONOR smart devices are the perfect gift to celebrate Eid. ......Read More

Oxford Business Group launches landmark analysis of key region in Saudi Arabia Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 28, 2020: The key role earmarked for the Medina region of Saudi Arabia in driving growth across the non-oil sector of the Kingdom’s economy is mapped out in a new report by the global research and advisory firm Oxford Business Group (OBG), produced in partnership with Al Madinah Regional Development Authority.The Report: Medina 2020 puts the new Al Madinah Region Strategy 2030 under the microscope, looking at its objectives, while analysing the way in which they dovetail with the social and economic targets laid out in Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia’s far-reaching development roadmap. With religious tourism identified as an engine for growth under Vision ......Read More

 27th July 2020: Instinctif Partners and Advert One have completed their role in providing strategic communications counsel and public relations to Saudi Arabia’s leading non-bank real estate lender, Amlak International, for its IPO on the Saudi Stock Exchange. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Riyadh, Amlak offered 30% of its ......Read More

• Jaguar Racing publish new episode of its new video podcast series - ‘RE:CHARGE @ Home’ • In the latest episode, Amanda Stretton introduces the VIP drivers who will compete in the Jaguar I-PACE eTROPHY Lockdown Showdown in Berlin  27 July 2020, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Jaguar Racing has released the latest ......Read More

AQUA RESIST #LIVEINTENSELY   Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 27, 2020:   AQUA RESIST is the ultimate waterproof and long-lasting range of eye products, co- created with makeup artists and tested in extreme conditions to guarantee absolute staying power. Legendarily innovative, these high-performance products last 24 ......Read More

July 27, 2020:  This Eid leave the stress on The BodyShop to amaze all your near and dear ones with their amazing Gift Sets. They're packed with fragrant, warm and sensual bath and body treats to spritz and slather.The BodyShop has free home delivery for a limited period!!!It's a win-win deal!CELEBRATED EID & ......Read More

A journey from spectacular 84.10 carat rough to extraordinary collection of D Flawless diamondsJuly 26, 2020: Mouawad has revealed the journey of the incredible Mouawad Botswana Diamond, from spectacular rough crystal to extraordinary collection of six D Flawless diamonds.Discovered deep within the Karowe mine in Botswana, a spectacular 84.10 ......Read More

Pablo Larrazabal joins Adri Arnaus as Golf Saudi’s newest international ambassador 21 July 2020, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia:  Golf Saudi has confirmed that Pablo Larrazábal is the latest professional player to join their ranks as an international golfing ambassador. The in-form Spaniard joins his fellow compatriot Adri Arnaus ......Read More

Did you know that diet can do wonders for your skin?  July 21, 2020:   We all know that eating healthy can benefit our skin. It brings in hydration, the nutrients and vitamins that we need, and overall makes our skin look and feel amazing. So not only do many of us eat healthy for our overall health, but for our skin, ......Read More

Riyadh, KSA, 21 July 2020 – Saudi Arabia’s real estate sectors remained soft during quarter two, although the residential market remained somewhat active and saw several key projects delivered across the Kingdom’s major cities, according to JLL’s 2020 mid-year review report.The report, however, highlighted that in the ......Read More

Every two years, ‘World Defense Show’ will feature latest innovations in interoperability across air, land, sea, security and satellite defense systems  Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 16 July 2020: Today the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) announced the launch of ‘World Defense ......Read More

July 18, 2020:  Huawei announced its business results for the first half of 2020. The company generated US$64.23 billion in revenue during this period, a 13.1% increase year-on-year, with a net profit margin of 9.2%.[1] Huawei's carrier, enterprise, and consumer businesses achieved US$22.58 billion, US$5.13 billion, and US$36.19 billion in revenue, respectively.As countries around the globe are grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic, information and communications technologies (ICT) have become not only a crucial tool for combatting the virus, but also an engine for economic recovery. Huawei reiterated its commitment to working with carriers and industry partners to maintain stable network operations, accelerate digital transformation, and support efforts to contain local outbreaks ......Read More

Pandora and brand Muse Halima Aden unite in support of UNICEF, as the Marley family reimagine iconic anthem One Love for global fundraising appeal. July 16, 2020:   Model and activist Halima Aden has come together with Pandora in support of UNICEF’s One Love initiative, to reimagine a world fit for all children. With the goal of preventing the COVID-19 pandemic becoming a lasting crisis for the world’s most vulnerable children, Pandora will match every dollar donated through One Love up to the value of US$1 mil-lion.Members of the Marley family are re-recording the late Bob Marley’s iconic anthem One Love in support of UNICEF. Tuff Gong International and Amplified Music will release a new version of the seminal song on 17 July with all proceeds from the ......Read More

Industry Roundtable Identifies Increased Investment and Co-Creation as Essential to Helping Meet the Kingdom’s Growing Digitization Demands Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 15 July 2020: During the virtual roundtable discussion hosted by Cisco, titled ‘Securing the Internet for the Future: Investing in the Road to Recovery’, ......Read More

— New and enhanced rebates; Increased flexibility across program tiers; and new deal registration benefits, all coupled with an innovative, partner-ready product portfolio positions partners to grow, profit and be future ready — July 15, 2020:  Commvault (NASDAQ: CVLT), a recognized global enterprise software leader in the management of data across cloud and on-premises environments, today announced the launch of its enhanced Partner Advantage program, creating a path for partner future readiness built on industry-leading intelligent data management solutions and a commitment to innovation. With the evolution of the program, partners will receive a range of benefits, including simple win, growth, and performance rebates. Partners will also have more flexibility ......Read More

56 consecutive step-ups in 30 seconds were enough to secure the title 15 July 2020 – It took Mahmoud Mohamed Ayoub 30 seconds in front of the renowned Hibs Temple in Elkharga, Egypt to complete 56 step ups on a training bench. This led him to being recognised by Guinness World Records (GWR) as a new world record, breaking the previous ......Read More

July 15, 2020:  Beyond the luxury, beneath the razzmatazz of the runway -  AIGNER continues its legacy with the recognize horsehoe has graced every AIGNER accessory. This collection is an ode to the eterinal constant that has been adding the toch of fortune and opulence to AIGNER timepiece and jewellry.A vivacious and brazen timepiece ......Read More

Saudi, July 14, 2020: The Diplomatic Quarter General Authority has recently partnered with the leading integrated ICT Infrastructure service provider in the Kingdom, TAWAL, for the development of the area’s telecommunication infrastructure. The strategic partnership is first of its kind in Saudi Arabia through which TAWAL will be ......Read More

July 12, 2020:   The new High Jewelry collection by Cartier reveals a nature that is more real than nature itself, freed from reality's constraints. The starting point for this collection revealsa creative path linking figuration with abstraction: Water, flora and fauna as part of the supernatural.On one side, water, plants and ......Read More

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: 12 July 2020:  NCB Capital, the Financial Advisor, Lead Manager, Bookrunner and Underwriter of Amlak International’s IPO announced the completion of the allocation of shares for individual (retail) subscribers. NCB Capital said that after closing the subscription period for the retail tranche, all receiving banks ......Read More

Mandatory mask wearing will protect travellers and workersPeople need to learn to live with COVID-19 until a vaccine is widely availableJuly 11, 2020:  The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has called upon all travellers to don protective face masks to show they ‘wear to care’ in the new normal of travelling.As countries transition from lockdowns to reopening their borders, the wearing of face masks helps signal the return of safer travels, while also providing personal protection for users as well as those around them.The advice from WTTC in favour of mandatory mask wearing comes from evidence that countries which are recovering faster and avoid second COVID-19 spikes are those where the use of face masks have been widely enforced and ......Read More

“I would have never attempted a record if I didn’t move to Dubai,” says the Indian national 9 July 2020 – A total of 101 hops over a stationery ruler brought Soham Mukherjee, a 17-year old from New Delhi, a Guinness World Records title. The Dubai-based Indian national managed to break the previous title of 96 for ......Read More

July 08, 2020:   Hey beauty lovers, we have big news for you! THE SEPHORA SQUAD IS HERE!We are proud to announce the official launch of the SEPHORA SQUAD program. The most anticipated moment for everyone who lives for beauty (us included). 18 of the most authentic voices in the region, inspiring beauty content creators and trendsetters, ......Read More

● LIXIL EMENA has set itself the goal of creating plastic-free product packaging for its GROHE brand by 2021● Thanks to the initiative, approx.10 million plastic packaging could already be saved until today● Cooperation with Pacific Garbage Screening (PGS) supports common vision to reduce the environmental impact of plastic ......Read More

Global Business Group Lays Out Plan for Addressing Resurgence from Pandemic and Issues Call to Action for Collaboration   July , 2020, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia --- B20 Saudi Arabia, the official voice of business to the G20, today announced a six-point plan designed to combat the current global pandemic and lay a foundation to address future resurgences of the disease, including a potential “second wave” of the virus in the coming months. The warning comes in concert with the launch of a new special report by B20, which was developed in collaboration with business leaders and leading multilateral organizations around the world.  B20 wanted to get consensus from the business world on how governments can better support the private sector during the crisis, ......Read More

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 7, 2020:  Webedia Arabia Group, a leading media and technology company developing strategic, insight-driven, culturally-led and creative content for Arab Consumers, announces Netflix’s licensing of the popular Saudi drama series, Takki, which is now available for viewing on the platform.  Produced by UTURN which is part of Webedia Arabia Group, the dramatic series follows the story of a young Saudi film director following his dream of what was once a ban of cinemas in the Kingdom and several other social issues such as women not being able to drive at one point in time. It reflects facets of the Saudi society and the social challenges its youth faced, providing insights into the life of a generation caught between conservatism and ......Read More

• Total retail coverage at 2,690%• Institutional book build achieved coverage of 498%• Successful IPO demonstrates investor confidence in Company fundamentals and long-term attractiveness of Saudi capital market  Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: 7th July 2020:  NCB Capital, Financial Advisor, Lead Manager, Bookrunner, and ......Read More

Webex Adds More Capacity, Even More Security and Intelligent Insights and Simplifies Telehealth News Summary:  • Webex platform sees unprecedented demand and more than triples its normal volume.• As the foremost trusted business continuity provider, Cisco invests in the resilience of Webex through continued expansion of ......Read More

July 04, 2020:   Millie Bobby Brown can now add jewellery codesigner to an already impressive list of titles, which includes being the face of and ambassador for Pandora Me, when the latest range of jewellery launches globally on 2 July.Brown collaborated with Pandora’s designers and creative directors to codesign four dangle ......Read More

Saudi-based pharmacy chain automates its treasury and payment systems, boosting efficiency and visibility as it plans regional expansion    July 2, 2020 – Infor, a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry, today announced that Nahdi Medical Company, a Saudi Arabia-based pharmacy retail chain, has ......Read More

July 02, 2020:  As lockdown restrictions are gradually eased, and people adjust to the new normal, many are asking what the new normal will be for public transport and mobility. Safety and hygiene are at the root of people’s concerns when it comes to travel and mobility in a COVID-19 world, with commuters seeking reassurance that their ......Read More

• Aspiring comedians from Saudi Arabia and beyond can participate in the Comedy Jameel competition and win weekly prize money of up to SAR 5,000 • A monthly grand prize of SAR 25,000 is awarded for the top-rated video • First episode will be broadcast live on Monday July 6, 2020    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia ......Read More

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: 2 July 2020:  NCB Capital, Financial Advisor, Lead Manager, Bookrunner and Underwriter for Amlak International’s IPO, announced that the individuals (retail) subscription period for 2,718,000 shares offered for IPO at a price of SAR 16  per share will start today 11/11/1441H (2 July 2020G). The subscription ......Read More

• Business leaders looking to IT to meet today’s social distancing requirements in the workplace• New solutions to maintain seamless and secure productivity for a remote workforce • New offerings to support Healthcare and Education as they transform to new business models  Al Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 1 July 1, 2020 ......Read More

July 01, 2020:  A year after its official launch, Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet continues to evolve with five new Selfwinding date, hour, minute and second references and five new Selfwinding Chronograph models. Adorned with complex lacquered dials and a palette of deep colours, these novelties offer a new contemporary twist to this timeless ......Read More

“Saudi’s construction sector to see faster recovery with the utilisation of drones in the ‘new normal’ - FEDS CEO”, for immediate publication.                                                  ......Read More

• Jaguar Racing publish a new episode of the new ‘RE:CHARGE @ Home’ video podcast series• In the latest episode, Amanda Stretton talks to Panasonic Jaguar Racing Team Director James Barclay and Race Director Craig Wilson about Jaguar’s entry into Formula E, adapting to new ways of working and the latest announcement ......Read More

By Omer Saleem, director and deputy CEO of Proven SAJune 28, 2020:   The past months have shifted the business world dramatically, and central hubs of business have been leading the world through the strategic actions necessary to overcome these extreme situations. Remote work adoption is at an all-time high as a matter of necessity and ......Read More

• Expectations for the pace of economic recovery must be realistic, but many GCC countries can be optimistic for 2021. By Edris Alrafi, Head of Middle East & Africa for Aberdeen Standard investments (ASI) June 28, 2020: The aftermath of the economic and market turbulence due to Covid-19 has redefined the landscape for GCC member states. A relatively bleak growth outlook requires a shift in expectations – with a recovery unlikely until 2021. However, some GCC countries such as the UAE, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia are well placed to ensure this recovery becomes a reality as their strong Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) will pay a vital role in helping the economies get back on their feet. As with other regions globally, the growth outlook for the Middle East ......Read More

>Lincoln’s in-vehicle communications and entertainment system with voice control is continuously developed and updated to increase your productivity and connectivity>SYNC’s voice command recognises commands in different languages and accents thanks to its language model and decoder software>User-generated data from SYNC ......Read More

New Cloud-Driven Solutions from Cisco Make Buying, Installation & Maintenance Easy • New dedicated online destination for small businesses on Cisco.com. • New “Buy Now” button on Cisco.com, providing faster access to Cisco & partner expertise • New technology and offers in the Cisco ‘Designed ......Read More

• Track-only limited edition hypercar world premičre is scheduled for summer 2020• The engine is the most powerful V12 from Lamborghini to date• Aerodynamic efficiency and higher downforce levels than a GT3 car   June 23, 2020 -  Lamborghini Squadra Corse’s track-only hypercar, the Lamborghini SCV12, has ......Read More

New measures help to rebuild confidence for travellers Latest phases of protocols aid the reopening of Travel & Tourism sector June 23, 2020:    The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled its third phase of measures designed to rebuild global consumer confidence, reduce risk and encourage the return of Safe Travels. The latest protocols for the global Travel & Tourism sector focus on measures to ensure the reopening of global attractions, drive business to car hire companies and enable short-term rentals to begin welcoming guest. WTTC, which represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector, held detailed discussions with key stakeholders and organisations to ensure maximum buy-in, alignment and practical ......Read More

Saxo Rewards is a transparent, highly personalized scheme powered by AI and big data June 23, 2020:   Saxo Bank, the leading fintech and regtech specialist focused on multi-asset trading and investment, has introduced Saxo Rewards, a new, highly personalized loyalty program that offers traders and investors the opportunity to ......Read More

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, June 22, 2020:  SEDCO Capital, a global Shariah compliant asset manager, has successfully exited German-based ABC West, a multi-let office property, realizing an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 30% for its investors. SEDCO Capital sold the property for €52.9 million compared to a purchase price of €29.4 million in 2017. ABC West is a 13,723 sqm of office space located in Frankfurt and was managed by GLL Real Estate Partners GmbH, a European real estate asset manager. With more than €485 million of investments made in European real estate, SEDCO Capital’s International Real Estate team actively manages a diverse portfolio of properties that consists of industrial, healthcare, retail, and office buildings, spanning across the United ......Read More

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 21st June 2020:   Shaker Group (“Al Hassan Ghazi Ibrahim Shaker Co.”, the “Company” or the “Group”), Saudi Arabia’s leading importer, manufacturer and distributor of Air Conditioners and Home Appliances, has announced its financial results for the 3-month period ended 31 March 2020.  Revenue of SAR 221 million improved by 12% from Q1 2019 and 20% from Q4 2019. The Group recorded a first quarter net loss of SAR 3.3 million, decreasing by 88.5% year-on-year. The Group’s operating loss for the quarter was SAR 3.9 million, improving by 80.1% compared to a loss of SAR 19.6 million in Q1 2019.  Operational efficiencies continued to be introduced across the business, in line with the Breakthrough ......Read More

Oxford Business Group launches new Covid-19 Response Report Riyadh, 21 June 2020: The key part that sustained investments in Saudi Arabia’s digital infrastructure have played in helping to successfully contain the spread of the coronavirus and keep the Kingdom’s economic diversification plans on track is analysed in a new ......Read More

Share price range is set between SAR 15 and SAR 1721st June 2020:  Amlak International and NCB Capital (“NCBC”), Financial Advisor, Bookrunner, Underwriter and Lead Manager for Amlak international’s IPO, announced that the price range of Amlak International’s offer shares has been set between SAR 15 and SAR 17.The book ......Read More

• Jaguar I-PACE eTROPHY – the world’s first all-electric touring car race series returns to the streets of Berlin on 5 August 2020• The German city will see seven eTROPHY races take place throughout a nine-day period including the finale on 13 August where the season two champions will be crowned• Sérgio Jimenez is ......Read More

18th June 2020:  A stack of three eggs on the top of each other was recognised by Guinness World Records (GWR) as a new world record when Mohammed Muqbel, a 20-year old Yemeni national living in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, successfully stack them into a tower.Balanced upright, one at a time on top of each other in a single tower ensemble got the global recognition as the ‘Largest stack of eggs’. According to GWR, all the eggs had to be stacked simultaneously for at least five seconds, using fresh hen’s eggs, with a perfect, unbroken shell condition. Mohammed Abelhameed was able to identify the centre of mass of each egg and stack them exactly so that the combined centre of mass of the three eggs was situated directly above the very small base of the stack. ......Read More

Feel it! Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 15, 2020:   A flawless physique and looks that can drive others to distraction. The new Rado Captain Cook in bronze and high-tech ceramic lives up to its billing. This is a strong look in a muscular watch, created by combining the oldest man-made material with a modern materials marvel. ......Read More

>Corsair features nimble performance with a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine with Auto Start-Stop technology, making 245 horsepower and 373 Nm of torque mated to a new 8-speed automatic transmission >Spacious interior includes plush, hand-selected materials, available Revel™ audio system and multiple sound dampening technologies to ......Read More

June 14, 2020:   Amlak International for Real Estate Finance (“Amlak”, “Amlak International” or “the Company”), Saudi Arabia’s leading non-bank real estate finance company, announces its intention to proceed with an Initial Public Offering (the “IPO” or the “Offering”) on ......Read More

• KSB Pumps Arabia becomes first organization in the Middle East to receive the ‘Fire Pump, Driver and Assemblies Certified as to Rating Compatibility’ UL certification Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 10, 2020:   UL, a global independent safety science company, has awarded the first ‘Fire Pump, Driver and ......Read More

Binyah carrying out the excavation, backfilling, and earthworks for Phase I of Triple Bay masterplan  Saudi Arabian Parsons providing construction supervision services Chief Executive Officer of AMAALA, Nicholas Naples, with Chief Executive Officer of Binyah, Fahad Almesfir Managing Director of Saudi Arabian Parsons Ltd, Ken Murray ......Read More

Intra-Middle East travel demand as a region expected to perform best, with The Maldives ranked as number 1 standalone destination for expected demand 09, June 2020 – In a survey conducted by AVIAREPS of 94 of the Gulf Countries (G.C.C.) leading outbound travel agencies, demand for outbound travel from the G.C.C. is expected to ......Read More

Upgraded HONOR smartphone is the all-rounder for extraordinary user experience Riyadh, KSA, June 9, 2020 – Performance is at the heart of every HONOR device, which is why the HONOR 9X PRO packs only the most relevant hardware and software upgrades that answers to users’ smartphone habits, challenging the smartphone industry with ......Read More

Left: Neutra Dome Ring w/Malachite by Terzihan in 18K Rose Gold, White Diamonds and Malachite ($2,800). Middle: Neutra Dome Ring w/Lapis Lazuli by Terzihan in 18K Rose Gold, White Diamonds and Lapis Lazuli ($2,800). Right: Neutra Dome Ring w/White Agate by Terzihan in 18K Rose Gold, White Diamonds and White Agate ($2,800) June 08, ......Read More

Fans of the Lebanese singer in the Kingdom can watch the exclusive interview through the HUAWEI Music smartphone app and be in with a chance of winning various devices Riyadh, KSA, 7 June 2020:  Huawei is offering music fans across Saudi Arabia the chance to win a wide range of prizes by logging onto the HUAWEI Music app on their ......Read More

Samsung and Google Continue to Bring More Innovative Experiences to Galaxy Users Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - 6 June 2020:   Galaxy users have long enjoyed integration for Google’s app ecosystem, and now that optimization is coming to YouTube and the Galaxy Z Flip. Samsung and Google reached a new level in their collaborative ......Read More