Saif Ali Al Shafar was appointed as chairman of the Tejar Dubai Youth Council, one of the 46 business councils operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The council, which aims to unify the voices of entrepreneurs while helping them grow and develop, was launched last year with the support of the Tejar Dubai entrepreneurship development program. Read More »

Saudi Hollandi Bank (SHB) recently earned accolades from the Middle East’s foremost authority on strategic business intelligence, The Asian Banker, for its loyalty rewards program, updated CRM system and high level of retail service. SHB won Best Retail Bank for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Best Customer Relationship Management (CRM) in the Middle East for 2016. Read More »

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) CEO and Managing Director Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer spoke of the utility’s dedication to develop processes and quality standards at the first Dubai Forum for Government Best Practice. During his speech, Al Tayer highlighted DEWA’s goal of optimizing it services by building an environment of excellence. Read More »

This lovely villa backs to a pool and park in Dubai's sought-after The Springs residential development. The villa features a spacious floor plan with 2,456 square feet of living space and includes a sizable entrance area, an elegant combination living and dining room and a tasteful kitchen with a breakfast bar. The villa has decorative upgrades throughout.Add Teaser here Read More »

The Dubai Health Authority Regulations Department has implemented VIP licensing for medical  professionals, one of a number of efforts aimed at revitalizing the health care economy in the Middle East. In Qatar, leaders are courting outside professionals and trying to facilitate more vibrant health networks. These efforts are often evident to those who travel there. Read More »

Telecom company VIVA Bahrain recently said it has made an innovative commercial breakthrough with a triple-beam antenna installation - manufactured by China’s Huawei - with almost triple the capacity of conventional mobile towers. "Jointly with Huawei, we have achieved a great technological breakthrough," VIVA Bahrain CEO Ulaiyan Al Wetaid said. Read More »

Qatar has been chosen to host the Clean Energy & Sustainability Summit in November, sponsored by the Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting, in association with the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development, a Qatar-based think tank dedicated to curbing the rise in energy consumption. The convention will be held Nov. 14-15 in Doha. Read More »

Saudi Arabian specialty chemical consultant and provider Chemsbro signed an agreement with PWT, a subsidiary of H2O Innovation, for the distribution of its SpectraGuard antiscalant product. Chemsbro supplies will be utilized by seawater desalination facilities. "Chemsbro is delighted to establish a unique relationship with PWT,” Chemsbro CEO Nizar Kammourie said. Read More »

Coral Muscat Hotel and Apartments, owned by Mustafa Sultan Enterprises, recently celebrated its official opening in Qurum during a ceremony that included Oman’s leading dignitaries and business executives. “We are truly proud to announce the opening of Coral Muscat Hotel and  Apartments,” Mustafa Sultan Enterprises Managing Director Abdulredha Mustafa Sultan said. Read More »

Bahrain's Impact Estate and Impact Interiors displayed a rich selection of furniture and accessories complementing the firms’ distinctive architecture at the 2016 Gulf Property Show at Bahrain’s International Exhibition and Convention Center. "We are excited to offer new projects in the best district of Bahrain to our clients,” Impact Estate General Manager Oksana A.K. said. Read More »

The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted the recent UAE-Algeria Investment Forum to strengthen trade relations between the two nations. Speakers and guests expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share information and work toward developing a bilateral economic relationship between the United Arab Emirates and Algeria. Read More »

 A recent study by American Express Middle East involving five Gulf Cooperation Council countries found that residents of Qatar spend approximately $4,000 a month, or about 12 percent of their average household income, on luxury items.The findings indicate Qataris spend more money on luxury goods than the rest of the region. The survey was conducted by Gfk.  Read More »

Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) CEO Khaled Al Aboodi marked the listing of a $300 million sukuk on the Nasdaq Dubai by ringing the opening bell for the market on April 25. ICD functions as the private branch for Islamic Development Bank (IDB) Group, which currently holds seven additional sukuk worth approximately $8.05 billion. Read More »

Keeping with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's vision to make the United Arab Emirates one of the most innovative and happiest places to work and live, Dubai Quality Group (DQG) recently hosted the 11th Ideas Arabia International Conference 2016. Read More »

International and local experts gathered to discuss workplace innovation and happiness at the Ideas Arabia 11th International Conference, which was held this week. Read More »

The inaugural Saudi Concrete Conference will be organized by the National Subcommittee for Ready-mix Concrete at the Council of Saudi Chambers (CSC). Read More »

Oil production is back to normal rates since the conclusion of the oil industry strike, according to the oil sector spokesman, Talal Al-Sabah. Read More »

Seven local high school students were recently named winners of the Lauren Brown Memorial Scholarship by the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC). Read More »

A recent meeting between Bahraini leaders focused on developing the partnership between the public and private regions and working together to ignite the ICT sector within the country. Read More »

Kratos ISE has successfully finished the Critical Design Review (CDR) for its Advanced Space Radio Monitoring System (ASRMS). Read More »