The Pearl is a pretty popular place to live, and those who have wanted the opportunity are going to get their chance. A one-bedroom, one-bath, 1,216-square-foot apartment is available. Furniture is not included, but there are plenty of places to stash your belongings in the apartment’s built-in wardrobes. The kitchen is fully outfitted with the appliances every home needs. Read More »

Emerson Process Management is providing automation and engineering services for a Qatargas project that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 1.6 million tonnes annually, company officials announced Tuesday. "The Emerson team welcomed this opportunity to help Qatargas execute the project safely, reliably and efficiently," Emerson's senior program manager for Qatargas said. Read More »

A recent consumer survey by the Communications Regulatory Authority concluded that telecom users in Qatar are generally satisfied with the quality of services provided. "This survey was commissioned as part of our mandate as the communications sector regulator to ensure a competitive marketplace and protect consumer rights," Consumer Affairs Manager Amel Salem Al-Hanawi said. Read More »

Islamic tourism across the globe will increase its market share by 11 percent by 2020 according to a new study published by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry; the recent analysis was based on data from prominent global research agencies forecasts a growing demand for Islamic tourism. Read More »

The Ministry of Finance from United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Republic of Mauritius recently signed a mutual encouragement and protection agreement; the agreement reinforces the UAE strategy to strength its presence worldwide on fields related to economic development, foreign investment network and providing necessary protection. Read More »

Maryam Al-Rumaithi, chairperson of the executive board of the Abu Dhabi Businesswomen Council (ADBWC), has decided to launch an initiative called Integrated Innovative Business Incubators, which is intended to support innovative and creative projects businesswomen in Abu Dhabi by sponsoring and supporting new projects in the areas of science, technology and services. Read More »

The Ascott Limited recently welcomed its first guests as the company opened its first serviced residence in Saudi Arabia, the Ascott Tahlia Jeddah; situated along Jeddah's main commercial avenue, Tahlia St., the 20-story Ascott Tahlia is close to the city’s major business areas. Read More »

Daleel Petroleum and Outward Bound Oman recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that aims to support the educational foundation; the agreement will benefit more than 200 students from Oman, and the OMU reinforces Daleel commitment to support the empowerment of young people in Omani through education and equipping them with life skills. Read More »

DubLi Network, the world's largest e-commerce direct selling company for Cash Back shopping, has been honored with an award from the German network marketing magazine Network-Karriere for Expansion Technology Innovation (ETI), which was presented at the annual DubLi Summit for Independent Business Associates and partners in Dubai. Read More »

Kuwait’s new SeaView Mall is now home to the third international franchise of the U.S.-based upscale fast food outlet, BGR the Burger Joint, a company that provides an alternative to other burger chains, which will be situated in a prime spot in the mall with views of the Arabian Sea.  Read More »

Bahrain’s government will implement initiatives to make the nation more energy efficient under a new agreement signed with the World Bank earlier this week: the World Bank deal sets out plans for an Energy Efficiency Implementation Program in Bahrain to provide technical support and advice to help address the challenge of curbing energy demand over the next three years. Read More »

To better serve Qatari drivers, Woqod (Qatar Fuel) plans to install 25 mobile gas stations around the Gulf nation in the coming two months, to be followed by another 50 permanent stations to be built by the end of 2016; the move comes as a great relief for Qatari motorists, who have long complained about the lack of easily accessible gas stations in Qatar, especially around the busy area of Doha. Read More »

A report from the World Bank has ranked Gulf nations among the best nations in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to do business in; the World Bank’s yearly ‘Doing Business 2015: Going Beyond Efficiency’ ranks nations in terms ease of doing business, and the United Arab Emirates ranked as the best place in the MENA region to do business. Read More »

Imagine waking up and seeing the ocean right outside your door. That’s just a taste of what is available in an elegant villa in the Al Marsa development on Amwaj Island for those who are looking to buy. This elegant home features central air conditioning as well as split air conditioning, space for two vehicles and a separate maid’s room. Read More »

Wipro Ltd., an information technology (IT) and consulting services company, has opened a new office and is expanding its workforce in Qatar over the next year. The company – which provides consulting, application implementation and infrastructure services in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region – sees the area as a strategic growth market. Read More »

Conveniently located near local shopping, dining and entertainment options, this stylish townhome offers a spacious floor plan with 3,786 square feet of living space. The townhome has a combination living and dining area that's open to a gorgeous kitchen with stunning countertops, handsome cabinetry, a lovely backsplash and a breakfast bar. There are four bedrooms. Read More »

Some of the most prestigious universities are now lending their academic reputations to Qatar, some opening outposts in Doha, all in exchange for big donations. Read More »

Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) held a workshop last weekend with the theme of “Service Quality Measurement Reporting” for delegates of telecommunications operators within the Gulf nation; the workshop was held at TRA headquarters in the Seef District and was aimed at measures to improve telecom services for consumers. Read More »

BDO Unibank has become the first bank in the Philippines to set up shop in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the financial and business gateway between the Middle East, Africa and Asia. The United Arab Emirates is home to an estimated 700,000 Filipino expatriates, and BDO Unibank aims to provide them banking services while facilitating investments. Read More »

Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) recently announced the establishment of an independent Employment Standards Office (ESO) that previously operated under the legal department and now is the statutory compliance office for businesses it registers.The office seeks to protect both employers and employees in complying with robust regulations, codes and procedures. Read More »