Fans of ALBAIK’s delectable dishes will soon be able to enjoy their favorite mouthwatering meals at The Dubai Mall   10, June 2021:  ALBAIK, Saudi Arabia’s favorite homegrown fast-food brand is coming to Dubai. The hugely popular restaurant chain has set to open a new branch in Dubai Mall, which will bring ......Read More

June 09, 2021:  From the makers of Olay – comes the new Olay Body Wash which is now available in United Arab Emirates! Imported from United States, the new Olay Body Wash comes in two collections: Ultra Moisture and Fresh Outlast – designed to moisture your skin; while enhancing your shower experience with nature-inspired ......Read More

Soon-to-be fastest street circuit on the F1 Calendar unveils new images of its state-of-the-art Pit & Team Building to mark the 6 Months to Go milestoneJeddah, Saudi Arabia - June 09, 2021:   The Saudi Motorsport Company (SMC) - Promoter of the 2021 Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - has today revealed exclusive renderings of ......Read More

June 08, 2021:  Elegant, self-confident, resilient – and now award-winning, too: not one but two Rado design collaborations have won the renowned iF Design Award 2021. The True Square YOY and the True Square Formafantasma have thus joined the long list of Rado timepieces whose visionary design has been rewarded with an international ......Read More

Saudi Federation of Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones teams up with Black Hat organisers Informa Tech for world-class @Hack event to tackle the full spectrum of international cyber riskPremiere edition of @Hack to be one of the largest cyber security events in the world - hosting offensive security hackers that train western security ......Read More

Regional academy  plans to support Saudi Vision 2030 Local Content including the creation of jobs, and youth skills development.  June 6, 2021, Saudi Arabia. VMware, Inc. (NYSE:VMW), a leading innovator in enterprise software, and Saudi Arabia’s Prince Sultan University (PSU), today announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop plans to establish  the first Regional VMware IT Academy in the Gulf, supporting youth digital skills development and the aims of Saudi Vision 2030.VMware IT Academy is a public–private partnership to help individuals gain the foundational digital knowledge they need to compete in today’s workforce by providing access to undergraduate certifications and ongoing skills education. PSU, the first ......Read More

The initiative aims to make GWR more relevant and accessible to people with physical, intellectual and visual impairments around the worldMENA: Longest static wall sit (female) – LA1UK: Fastest accumulative time crossing the United Kingdom by tandem bicycle (male) - IS1 USA: Fastest 100 miles on a treadmill (female) - LA2 (not happening ......Read More

 Globally recognized Hohmann will oversee the region’s creative offering across Memac Ogilvy’s five core capabilities. Till returns to Memac Ogilvy having led the group to being recognized as the region’s number one creative agency by Dubai Lynx in 2010. Hohmann brings experience from leading markets, including ......Read More

1. Following the success of British edition, the competition has been expanded to 16 countries, including UAE, Saudi Arabia2. Inaugural Saudi edition by KPMG Private Enterprise Tech Innovator competition will hunt Tech Innovators of Today; Titans of Tomorrow, in the Kingdom3. KPMG Private Enterprise global network for Emerging Giants Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – June 2, 2021:  KPMG is looking for Saudi Arabia’s top tech innovators who are poised and prepared to become tech titans with the launch of Saudi edition of the “KPMG Private Enterprise Tech Innovator Competition”, with the tagline – Tech Innovators of Today; Titans of Tomorrow. Following the success of KPMG’s “Best British Tech Pioneer”, which has crowned innovators ......Read More

June 01, 2021:  Hello, summer! This season, Pandora captures the essence of summer with new designs inspired by sun-soaked days by the sea. A time of free-spirited joy and adventure, summer calls for vivid sunsets and ocean waves. Pandora’s latest launch celebrates the season with two colourful new charms, a bracelet inspired by ......Read More

May 31, 2021:  Summer is officially here! There’s nothing that screams summer better than a soft, dewy look. During the hotter months, lightweight and waterproof products are our favourite go-to’s because it feels like we don’t have anything on our faces. So, whether you are out and about during the day or need a natural ......Read More

EZVIZ thoughtfully designed its winning Smart Home Sensor Kit to empower intelligent homes through innovative and interoperable technologies.Saudi,  May 30, 2021:  EZVIZ, a global leading brand in smart home security, has reaffirmed its unparalleled innovation capacities by winning the iF Design Award 2021. The EZVIZ Smart Home ......Read More

SEPHORA and RARE BEAUTY announce the launch of the makeup brand Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez only available at Sephora  May 29, 2021:  Selena Gomez celebrates beauty by launching her makeup brand, Rare Beauty, exclusively available at Sephora. The global launch will be on July 1st. Selena’s passion for beauty products was ......Read More

• Out of nearly 10,000 entries, all-new 2021 Ford Bronco two-and four-door SUV honored in the top 75 pinnacles of design globally across numerous disciplines and industries, taking home prestigious iF Design gold award 2021• “Pragmatic, emotional design” of all-new Bronco brings “the thrill of its iconic forebear into ......Read More

May 26, 2021CREATE YOUR OWN BEAUTY DREAMBeauty and fashion are in a constant and symbiotic evolution. The work we are doing in Valentino is guided by the values we trust in, we moved from an aesthetic built on exclusivity to an inclusive one, we grew from a two-dimensional vision of beauty to a three dimensional one, where emotions, dreams, and ......Read More

IT leaders in the region are adapting to new challenges by prioritizing digitzation, with collaboration, cloud and security more crucial than ever before News Summary: • Report identifies core priorities essential to IT and digital transformation success including: focusing on security and collaboration for a hybrid workforce, ......Read More

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, May 23, 2021:   UD Trucks, the leading Japanese truck manufacturer, with a range of medium and heavy duty vehicles that provide comprehensive solutions that meet the needs of Kingdom's demanding transportation sector are now being assembled, with excellence, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at Zahid Group’s Arabian Vehicles & Trucks Industry (AVI) facility in the King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC).AVI is now the only facility in the world that assembles Volvo Trucks, Renault Trucks and UD Trucks on the same production line; an achievement that showcases Zahid Tractor, AVI and Zahid Group’s relentless commitment to creating career opportunities and enhancing the careers of Saudi Arabian nationals.Commenting on this announcement, Mr. Nasser ......Read More

 An ode to life – to the beautiful moments we create together.May 20, 2021:  Unapologetically free-spirited, transcendently bold, and wildly enchanting – The scene is set in the late sixties in Saint-Tropez, the era’s playground and the golden-age of Godard’s New Wave Cinema - where women play the lead and leave a ......Read More

May 19, 2021:  Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s national flag carrier, SAUDIA, announced a new reciprocal loyalty agreement, expanding on the existing codeshare deal between the two airlines.Members of the Etihad Guest and ALFURSAN programmes can now earn and redeem ......Read More

• adidas and Parley’s global impact platform, Run for the Oceans, returns for the fourth year, and marks the second Parley Missions chapter of 2021• For every tracked KM via the adidas Running app from May 28 – June 8, adidas x Parley will clean up the equivalent weight of 10 plastic bottles from beaches, up to 500,000lbs• Download the adidas Running app and sign up to the challenge now – every kilometer counts from May 28 – June 8  Dubai, May 18, 2021:   Ahead of World Oceans Day on June 8, adidas is harnessing the power of sport and using it as a force for change, inviting the world to unite and Run for the Oceans once again. From May 28 – June 8, adidas x Parley Run for the Oceans returns for a fourth year, ......Read More

• Saudi pavilion, the cornerstone of this year’s event, showcases stunning destination highlights• Show features dedicated Saudi buyer forum led by Fahd Hamidaddin, CEO of STA• Saudi’s leading destinations, experiences and hospitality brands strengthen Saudi presence as partner exhibitors Dubai, UAE; 18 May 2021 ......Read More

May 11, 2021:  A global trendsetter in the world of timepieces and accessories, AIGNER debuts a refreshing update to its collection by introducing a fashionable collection that celebrate the spirit of giving during the holy month.                               ......Read More

May 10, 2021:  The long-awaited Eid break is right around the corner and you deserve to gift yourself one of the best brow days ever! Benefit Cosmetics has you covered with a perfect super quick and gorgeous brow look for you to rock all your Eid weekend fun and beyond. Yara Ayoob, Benefit Cosmetics’ Regional Brow Artist shares ......Read More

Expecting Quarterly Sequential Growth throughout 2021 BinDawood announces a 10-store expansion in Riyadh province  Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - 10, May 2021  [TBD]– BinDawood Holding Co. (Tadawul: 4161 and the “Company”), one of the leading grocery retail operators of hypermarkets and supermarkets in the ......Read More

May 09, 2021:  Celebrating the spirit of Ramadan, Uber today announced that it will be rewarding top rated drivers in Saudi Arabia with special incentives* worth 50,000 SAR. Up to 10 drivers a day will be able to unlock 500 SAR each, helping them make the most of their time on the app during the Holy Month.The company has rolled out the ......Read More

Antibacterial washes from Tide and Ariel offer a big boost to help protect doctors, nurses and employees as they care for and treat patientsSaudi Arabia, 6 May 2021 – Hospital workers across Saudi Arabia are benefitting from a donation roadshow of one million antivirus washes set to impact 52,000 frontline caregivers across 54 hospitals in ......Read More

• Q1 net profit of SAR 4.5 million compared to net loss of SAR 3.3 million in 2020• Q1 revenue of SAR 288.3 million improved by 30.5% from 2020• Earnings per share improved to SAR 0.10• Shaker and LG have deployed robotics technology at Saudi manufacturing facility  Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 6 May 2021: Al Hassan ......Read More

• Basamh Gains Real-Time Decision-Making in FMCG with SAP Solutions  RIYADH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — 5 May 2021:  Basamh Trading and Industries Group, one of Saudi Arabia’s most successful purpose-led fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) businesses in in the Middle East and Africa, announced today its digital ......Read More

Education sector offers an abundance of opportunities for operators, developers and equity investors alike.05, May 2021, Dubai, UAE:  Knight Frank has released its Saudi Arabia 2021 Education report which focuses on the four key segments of education: Pre-primary education, Primary and secondary education, Tertiary education and Technical and vocational training.The education sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is undergoing rapid transformation at all stages of education, especially as policies stemming from Saudi Vision 2030 are put into play. Incredibly, the Kingdom's schoolgoing population is almost three times that of the rest of the GCC and with the growing interest towards private education, as well as a higher acceptance of foreign curricula, it creates a compelling ......Read More

May 04, 2021:  Carolina Herrera presents the exclusive Ramadan Insignia Rings Collection, launching at the Insignia House pop- up located at Faisalyah Mall, Riyadh on 23nd April. 2015 saw the birth of Insignia to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the House of Herrera. Originating in a bracelet that combined the C and the H of ......Read More

Digitization initiative will enable Saudi credit provider to utilize real-time agricultural data to improve support for farmers and innovate new servicesSaudi — May 4, 2021:  Oracle today announced that the Agricultural Development Fund (ADF) of Saudi Arabia will automate its core finance, procurement and HR functions with Oracle Fusion ......Read More

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Pandora reveals what motherly love means today as they join forces with Helena Christensen, Pernille Teisbaek and Iris Gold to share their personal stories of motherhood. May 04, 2021:  As part of Pandora’s journey to explore what love means in today’s world, ahead of International Mother’s Day the jewellery brand is ......Read More

• Q1 revenues increased 51.6% y-o-y, excluding accounting construction revenue• Strong performance by ports and logistics segments drive top-line growth• Net income grew 21.4% y-o-y, with earnings per share improving to SAR 0.40  Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 2 May 2021: Saudi Industrial Services Company (“SISCO”, the “Company” or the “Group”), Saudi Arabia’s leading strategic investor in ports and terminals, logistics parks and services, and water solutions, has announced its financial results for the 3-month period ended 31 March 2021. The following analysis and commentary on revenue growth and margins excludes accounting construction revenue, which has no impact on gross profit or net income. First quarter revenue ......Read More

Platform Aims at Catering to Health-Savvy Consumers’ Needs in the KingdomJEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, 02 May 2021:  In another crucial milestone for the company, Fresh Del Monte in the Middle East and North Africa (“MENA”) announced the launch of its latest state-of-the-art e-commerce store in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as part of its ......Read More

Swiss brand creates watchmaking history with new complication-Montres Etoile combines Islamic and Gregorian Calendars in one watchApril 28, 2021:  Swiss watchmaker Montres Etoile announced the launch of its first complication, an automatic, tri-retrograde, Islamic Lunar and Gregorian Dual - calendar timepiece with moon face. This complicated ......Read More

April 26, 2021:  No matter what the occasion, effortless elegance is always a win. The new designs joining the Pandora Timeless collection feature delicate, rose-inspired silhouettes for a modern yet classic look. “The rose motif is new to the collection and represents the strength to flourish even when times are tough,” say ......Read More

April 25, 2021:  As part of its Ramadan Series under the theme “Human Fraternity: Dignity and Hope”,in partnership with Hiba Al Kawas Academy and with support from Lead Partner Mubadala Investment Company (“Mubadala”), the 18th edition of Abu Dhabi Festival, themed "The Future Starts Now", presented talented ......Read More

April 25, 2021:  Carolina Herrera presents the exclusive Ramadan Insignia Rings Collection, launching at the Insignia House pop- up located at Faisalyah Mall, Riyadh on 23nd April. 2015 saw the birth of Insignia to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the House of Herrera. Originating in a bracelet that combined the C and the H of ......Read More

• Achievement forms part of the brand’s commitment to eradicating single-use plastic from its MEA operations • The mobile telecommunications leader also announced a review of its carbon footprint in Saudi Arabia by end of 2021Sustainability goals reflect the brand’s global commitment to be a responsible corporate ......Read More

• ENOC’s Horizon Terminals Limited and Rotary Arabia complete infrastructure development critical to petrochemical transportation in KSA’s Western Province• Project involves four new pipelines from Farabi Petrochemicals Company’s new Yanbu complex to Arabtank Terminal Limited’s storage tanks, a revamp of four ......Read More

The system aims to increase non-cash transactions in the Kingdom, supporting “Saudi Vision 2030”RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 21, 2021 – Saudi Payments, under the supervision of the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announced the launch of Saudi Arabia’s instant payments system ‘sarie’ in cooperation with IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Mastercard (NYSE: MA), the leading technology company in the global payments industry. This collaboration marks a key milestone for payments innovation in the region and is aligned with Saudi Payments’ aim to improve the Kingdom’s financial ecosystem, mainly through the adoption of faster payments and improvements to banking reconciliation. Today, ‘sarie’ supports all Saudi banks across the Kingdom and is available for ......Read More

21 April, 2021 — Deloitte Middle East Financial Advisory launched the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Hospitality Market report which provides an overview of the hospitality market in 2020 and compares the performance on regional and global levels.   The COVID-19 crisis impacted the hospitality sector in an unprecedent manner resulting in falling performance metrics across all key cities in Saudi Arabia. Its recovery is dependent on the roll out of vaccines to restore traveler and guest confidence and will likely accelerate with the completion of some of the major announced leisure and entertainment projects. Robin Williamson, Head of Real Estate, Deloitte Middle East, said, “The KSA hotel market has experienced a major shock and has had to adapt during a ......Read More

April 19, 2021:   Throughout the year, Max Factor is dedicated to providing everyday beauty solutions to enhance and boost every woman’s appearance and confidence in herself and aims to empower women to create their own stories on a daily basis. To help you glow this Eid, Max Factor has launched the Facefinity Highlighters and ......Read More

April 18, 2021:  During the holy month of Ramadan, many positive acts of devotion and kindness are encouraged. With so much happening in the world, Faces wants to take the opportunity this year to take a moment, reflect, and refocus on what really matters, family, kindness, and community. For 30 days, Faces Beauty Stores will launch a limited-edition Ramadan Beauty Calendar. 30 days, 30 doors. Behind each door, there will be a beauty product and a kindness message as a daily reminder. The calendar will be available in stores and online on FACES.COM. Now with same day delivery for orders placed before 1PM!  FACES, the house to your favorite brands, is also getting in on the kindness. They will have many exciting offers and promotions exclusive to the campaign, ......Read More

Saudi Arabia,  April 15, 2021 – Eli Lilly Saudi Arabia, a leading pharmaceutical company, has announced the appointment of Dr. Mustafa Al Jawadi and Dr. Ahmed J. Al Buraidi to its Board of Directors in Saudi Arabia as of March 2021. Dr. Ahmed J. Al Buraidi is a seasoned professional executive with over 24 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry managing all aspects of corporate and government affairs in Saudi Arabia. Holding a Bachelor of Pharmacy from King Saudi University, Al Buraidi joined Lilly in 1997 as Regulatory Associate, before being promoted through the ranks to Director – Scientific Office and Governmental Affairs. Joining Lilly in 2018, Dr. Mustafa Al Jawadi is a veteran of the pharmaceutical industry with almost two decades of ......Read More

17 April 2021:  Dubai Customs highlighted its experience in developing disruptive customs systems and services, in a virtual meeting with officials from the Saudi Customs. The meeting aimed at exchange of knowledge between the two customs departments, and exploring more cooperation.From the Saudi Customs, Bandar Al Balawi and Abdul Rahman Khalaf Technology Department, Ibrahim Al Shaia, Security Affairs Department and Musaid Al Sudairi, Revenue Department, attended the meeting.  Falah Khalil Al Sammak, Senior Manager of DXB Terminal 2  welcomed the Saudi delegates and said the customs relationships with the Saudi Customs is very important in facilitating regional and global trade. He shed light on certain projects and applications developed by Dubai Customs ......Read More

OMEGA Counts Down to the Olympic Games with The Seamaster Diver 300M Tokyo 2020 United Arab Emirates -  April 15, 2021:   It may be a little later than planned, but the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 is finally on its way. Today marks 100 days until the iconic sporting event begins in Japan, and while the athletes make their final ......Read More

April 15, 2021:    Ralph Lauren today unveiled the Team USA Closing Ceremony Parade Uniforms and apparel collection for the 2020 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams. For these Games, Ralph Lauren worked to use more sustainable materials and manufacturing practices across the Team USA collection. The Company has developed and invested in ......Read More

Introducing seasonal styles and must-have pieces from Pandora.   Celebrate the month of Ramadan with a beautiful gift of hand-finished jewellery made from Pandora’s selection of high-quality metals – Sterling Silver and Pandora Shine. Whether you opt to dress glamorously or minimal this Ramadan, choose from an array of ......Read More

A new video sends a message of hope and positivityApril 14, 2021:   Mouawad has released a video in celebration of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Featuring a majestic falcon, the video takes us on a journey from the desert sands through the evening cityscape to the night sky above. The falcon is emblematic both of the heritage of the region ......Read More

April 14, 2021:   Even before the pandemic, the oil and gas industry was faced with slumping prices. However, with a record collapse in oil demand amid the lockdowns, the COVID-19 crisis has further shaken the market, causing massive revenue and market cap drops for even the largest oil companies.According to data presented by Finaria.it, the net income of the world's biggest oil producer and one of the largest publicly listed companies, Saudi Aramco, dropped to $49bn in 2020, a 55% plunge in two years.The COVID-19 Crisis and Oil Price War Cut Profits by Almost $40B in a YearIn preparation for its IPO, which took place in December 2019, Saudi Aramco had published 2018 profits. With a net income of $111.1bn, Saudi Arabia's state-run oil giant ranked as the most profitable ......Read More