Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. signed a deal with Dubai developer Nakheel for a new hotel in Jumeirah Island's Palm Tower. The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm, expected to open in 2018, will be the fifth St. Regis hotel in the UAE. The first 18 stories of the 52-story Palm Tower will feature 289 rooms and suites while the upper floors will offer 504 luxury apartments. Read More »

Insurance professionals from around the world, including CEOs, high-ranking bankers, authorities in research and Shariah scholars, gathered in Bahrain earlier this week for the 12th annual Middle East Insurance Forum (MEIF) Institutional Excellence Awards.The two-day event wouldn’t be possible without the partnership of the Central Bank of Bahrain. Read More »

Oman Air welcomed Omani CEOs to a summit in Muscat meant to exchange ideas on stimulating investment in Oman. The gathering was an effort to create opportunities for partnerships that might address the region's changing economy. Oman Air CEO Paul Gregorowitsch said the challenges the economy faces would be best answered by collaboration between public and private entities. Read More »

Ziehm Imaging and OrthoScan showcased the world's first and only mobile 3-D C-arm imaging system at the recent Arab Health Exhibition and Congress in Dubai. The Ziehm Vision RFD 3D system comes equipped with a flat panel that provides a 6.3-inch edge length. It combines 2-D and 3-D imaging designed to meet the needs of orthopedics, traumatology, spine surgery and heart procedures. Read More »

Bahrain is hosting next week's annual Gulf Industry Fair, a business-to-business show with the goal of demonstrating just how much potential and growth can be found in the Middle East.T he three-day exhibition begins Tuesday and boasts coverage of sectors that include energy and environmental protection, industrial safety and security and industry training. Read More »

Here's an opportunity to live along Boulevard Walk in Dubai: A studio apartment at 8 Boulevard Walk is listed by Residence Dubai Real Estate at $272,275. The 543-square-foot apartment includes a bathroom and a stunning view of Business Bay. It offers such amenities as a large balcony and a fully equipped kitchen. The apartment is within walking distance of Dubai Mall. Read More »

Zain Group released its 2016 Thought Leadership Report at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. The report, titled "Bringing the Future Closer with Innovation: Pursuing Innovation as a Means to Overcome Challenges in the MENA Region," makes a case for innovation as a valuable tool for addressing social and economic deficits that affect the push toward sustainable development. Read More »

A one-bedroom townhouse is available in Porto Arabia, one of Doha’s most popular communities. MD Properties has listed the 1,259-square-foot townhouse for $527,952. For individuals who want to live in the Arabian Riviera and near The Pearl Qatar’s main harbor, the townhouse is a great option. The townhouse features one bedroom with an en suite bathroom and a second full bathroom. Read More »

Batelco said that more Bahrani mobile phone users will be able to find service, thanks to the installation of the region's first LTE AIR site. AIR stands for antenna integrated radio and uses specialized towers that combine broadcasting functions that would normally require two separate towers. Batelco officials said the AIR towers are easier to install and are more energy efficient. Read More »

Omantel will provide a 1,081-square-mile telecommunications network to serve BP Oman's Khazzan Gas Project. The agreement will provide fixed and mobile voice services as well as broadband services to Khazzan gas field - Block 61, located between the Ad Dhahirah and Ad Dakhiliya governorates. The services will help not only BP Oman, but also its contractors and other partners. Read More »

Italy's prominent medical group Medicina Futura will open the first Italian multi-disciplinary medical center in Dubai on Sunday.The group, which is keen on establishing its presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, believes Dubai is the perfect place to begin, thanks to its dominance in the socio-economic sectors of the region. Read More »

Atbahrain and Marhaba Services signed an agreement to create a potent marketing force for Bahrain's tourism sector. The partnership will take advantage of each organization's assets to welcome tourists and guide their experiences. Marhaba will help coordinate the expansion of so-called meet-and-greet services. Atbahrain will help manage visitors' experiences during their stay. Read More »

The UAE Water Foundation highlighted its projects and services at the recent World Future Energy Summit 2016 in Abu Dhabi. “The UAE Water Aid Foundation plays a leading role in achieving one the objectives of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives Foundation: to combat poverty and disease," UAE Water Aid Foundation Chairman Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer said. Read More »

The Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development said Dr. Hamad Al-Ibrahim will take over as chairman of the Qatar Science and Technology Park (QSTP). Al-Ibrahim is currently executive vice president of Qatar Foundation Research and Development. QSTP officials also announced that several board members would continue their posts for three more years. Read More »

Two Saudi Aramco executives were among the speakers at the Global Competitiveness Forum held recently in Riyadh. The forum focused on the role governments and businesses can play in driving competitiveness while emphasizing the potential for particular industries like health care, education and services. Many of these sectors have taken on increased relevance as oil prices lag. Read More »

A five-bedroom, five-bathroom duplex in Ashrafieh listed for $226,542 is the perfect choice for a growing family.Inside the Ashrafieh Alxander building, residents will find an apartment with five bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. Central air conditioning and heat allows residents to keep the apartment at the perfect temperature. Each bedroom has a built-in wardrobe. Read More »

Located in Dubai's beautiful South Ridge area, this stylish apartment boasts a spacious, open floor plan with 1,089 square feet of living space. The apartment is bright and airy and includes a large combination living and dining room that looks into a tasteful modern kitchen. The unit's one bedroom is particularly roomy. There is also a lovely balcony with beautiful views. Read More »

Attune Technologies introduced two innovative apps for medical professionals at Arab Health 2016 in Dubai. DoCoM is a collaboration tool for doctors while PathWorks enables pathologists and doctors to approve lab reports on the go. Read More »

Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) has agreed to receive training and consulting services on corporate governance and sustainability from the Oman Centre for Corporate Governance and Sustainability. “PDO has always been committed to being a good corporate citizen, putting honesty, integrity and fairness at the center of everything we do," PDO Managing Director Raoul Restucci said. Read More »

The Saudi Print and Pack, Plastics and Petrochemicals exhibition, which attracted 26,000 participants, wrapped up Jan 21 after facilitating more than $57 million dollars worth of business deals. At least 414 announced deals were brokered because of relationships formed at the exhibition, which featured exhibits from more than 520 companies representing 24 countries. Read More »