Oman Air, Saudi Arabian Airlines agreement offers new flights
A new agreement between Oman Air and Saudi Arabian Airlines allows flyers to travel between Muscat and Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah or Medina. Read More »
A new agreement between Oman Air and Saudi Arabian Airlines allows flyers to travel between Muscat and Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah or Medina. Read More »
Said Al Ghufaili, a student at Middle East College (MEC) studying business and information systems, decided to create a factory for making turbans, calling his business Omani Wool Turbans Factory. Read More »
Ooredoo, headquartered in Qatar, has successfully completed its prelaunch phase for 4G mobile service in Algeria, becoming the first operator in the country to provide 4G. Ooredoo now offers 4G services in eight markets in the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. This new network investment results in a better data experience for customers. Read More »
Oman Air said it has been successfully operating on Swiss AviationSoftware's AMOS system since March. The aircraft maintenance and engineering system was deployed to enhance the airline's operational efficiency as well as decrease costs. "This ... will allow Oman Air to harness the latest technology as we deliver our award winning services," Ali Redha Al Lawatiya of Oman Air said. Read More »
Oman Air has chosen OpenAirlines Skybreathe to provide cloud-based fuel efficiency software for predictive and post-flight analysis. The software also meets requirements for airline compliance with the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme. The software is already in use by Oman Air and is expected to be fully operational by the end of September. Read More »
Oman Air recently participated in Air Cargo China 2016, an event that brings together airlines, freight forwards, GSSAs and other logistics businesses to promote Air Freight and Logistics to and through Oman. Read More »
Qatar-based Ooredoo said its senior unsecured Reg S/Rule 144A notes, with a pricing of $500 million, have been closed successfully. The notes were issued under the $5 billion Global Medium Term Note Program. Any revenue from the sale of the notes will go toward Ooredoo’s general corporate expenses and refinancing the company’s current debts. Read More »
Oman Air said it will continue to support the Ministry of Social Development’s (MOSD) initiatives and will look to grow programs that support people with special needs and those with low incomes. “As the national airline of the sultanate of Oman, Oman Air is proud of its role in working with the MOSD to improve the life of our nation,” Oman Air CEO Paul Gregorowitsch said. Read More »
Energy exploration and production company Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) has entered into a deal with the Sultan Qaboos Higher Centre of Culture and Science (SQHCCS) that will enable both parties to share knowledge related to the oil and gas industries.Under the Letter of Understanding (LoU), PDO will be able to participate in SQHCCS programs and provide staff members with information on issues such as safety and management, environment and occupational health, and lean business efficiency. Read More »
Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai (MEHD) was recently honored as the International Eye Clinic of the Year at the 2016 International Medical Travel Journal (IMTJ) Medical Travel Awards.The international medical tourism award recognizes eye clinics that achieve great success in attracting international patients. Read More »
The University of Nizwa recently announced that its Computer Science Section (CSS), Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences (DMPS) and College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) have successfully finished the process of renewing the IEEE Student Branch of Nizwa University. Read More »
In order for member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to better the sectors of their economies that are struggling, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) supports the countries in their privatization programs. Read More »
Omantel, the top telecom provider in Oman, recently said it is launching its new Humax H1, an Android set-top box designed for sports enthusiasts to gain access to entertainment bundles of ICFLIX, Starz Play, OSN GO, beIN Sports, Mavshack, YouTube and Kids content. The box will stream movies, live sports and series using a smart Over The Top (OTT) device. Read More »
An MoU between Oman Air and Petroleum Development Oman creates 400 new jobs in customer service and ramp service. In addition, the group will offer ongoing education for 100 current Oman Air customer service employees to better their skill set.The agreement, signed by PDO Managing Director Raoul Restucci and Oman Air CEO Paul Gregorowitsch, is part of His Majesty’s goal of creating long-term jobs for Omanis. Read More »
Hydroponics is radically changing agriculture around the world, and one company has received a seal of approval from the Shariah Supervisory Board (SBB), making its investment product an example of Shariah-compliant agriculture. Read More »
Oman Air is offering discounts to recent graduates from Omani high schools, granting them a 25 percent discount for return flights from overseas studies. “Oman Air is delighted to offer our nation’s new high school graduates the opportunity to save money when they travel overseas to continue their studies,” Jamal Bin Saif Al Azki, Oman Air’s country manager for Oman, said. Read More »
The Shariah Supervisory Board (SSB) issued a certificate to Dubai-based hydroponic experts Pegasus Agriculture non June 3.The certificate allows Pegasus Agriculture to promote their Hydroponic Investment Product as Shariah compliant. The SSB reviewed all of Pegasus Agriculture's contracts, literature, and associated processes before making the official announcement of the certificate. Read More »
U.K.-based Ethical Boardroom recently named Omantel, the Sultanate’s leading telecom provider, as “Best Telco in Corporate Governance,” singling the company out from numerous other regional businesses in recognition of its superior leadership and high standards. Read More »
Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) recently joined forces with a regional organization called Riyada to assist independent business owners with refining important skills needed to grow their enterprises such as sales, marketing strategies and customer relations. Five dozen participants attended a three-day workshop offered at Riyada’s Ghala-based headquarters. Read More »
The first Thai Product Exhibition was announced during a press conference at Oman International Exhibition Centre. It was explained during the April 18 conference that the exhibition will be prepared by the Oman International Exhibition Centre in collaboration with Vega Intergrade & Exhibitions, Thai Embassy and Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion. Read More »