The global financial software company Misys held its inaugural launch of its Misys Connect Forum in Dubai this week. The company has held Connect Forums for financial industry leaders and professionals in various cities around the world for years; however, this is the first time they have held a forum in Dubai, recognizing the Emirate’s growing importance as a global financial hub. Read More »

Qatar Airways recently reached an agreement with Royal Air Maroc to provide more flights between Qatar and Morocco to increase travel and business. The agreement has been well-received, with flights between Qatar and Morocco increasing from seven to 10 times weekly. The increase in air traffic also means an increase in business travel and tourism to both destinations. Read More »

Imdaad recently presented its budget for 2016 at its Budget Day. The session also saw the company's officials discuss new strategies for 2016. Highlights for 2015 for Imdaad were the company's new strategic partnership with WMS Metal Industries of the United Arab Emirates and a three-year comprehensive maintenance and repair contract for Emirates Transport’s vehicles and equipment. Read More »

Fast Rent A Car recently opened the doors to a new location at the Abu Dhabi International Airport, marking this the fourth new store to open in the Emirates this year. The company’s CEO, Ahmed Abood Al Boasy, was on hand to celebrate the grand opening, which represents the 22nd Fast Rent A Car store in the UAE. Ten of those 22 are in the Abu Dhabi region of the country. Read More »

This first-of-its-kind technology is a virtual service that provides an array of network management solutions as well as proxies and other necessities for network policy control. Customers can choose to add such services as social networking traffic management, real-time entertainment traffic management, gaming traffic management and peer-to-peer traffic management. Read More »

Oman Sail employees recently graduated from the Institute of Leadership and Management’s Fast Track Leadership Program. Oman Sail is a non-profit organization established in 2008 to develop and modernize Oman’s historic sailing culture. The organization offers sailing courses and training programs and organizes and promotes major international sailing events in the Sultanate. Read More »

Joe’s Crab Shack, one of the most recognized restaurant brands in the United States, opened its very first location outside of the United States in Dubai. The new casual seafood restaurant brings American beach lifestyle to the second floor of the Dubai Mall. Appropriately, it’s located near the mall’s large aquarium. The restaurant is franchised Saleh Bin Lahej Group. Read More »

The Kuwait Financial Centre, better known under the branding of Markaz, has won two major financial industry awards from Global Investor Magazine. Markaz has the honor of being named this year’s “Best Equities Manager in Kuwait.” The financial institution also took home the title of “Best Asset Manager in Kuwait,” giving Markaz a record of winning that award five years in a row. Read More »

Dubai Industrial City joined UAE citizens in raising the UAE flag in honor the country’s national Flag Day. Dubai Industrial City was founded in 2004 to help grow the UAE’s economy and expand the nation’s industrial sector. It has developed into a regional manufacturing and logistics hub. That important place in Emirati culture gave the Flag Day ceremony a special meaning. Read More »

Reservations app known Eat expanded out of Bahrain and into other GCC markets with the opening of a new office in Dubai.The Eat app has gathered Bahrain’s restaurants into an easy dining management tool. Now the company is eager to acquire a market share in other Gulf nations. The focus of that effort has first fallen on the dining market in the United Arab Emirates. Read More »

If you’re looking for an easy move and don’t want to bother with new furniture, you’re in luck. Better Homes has listed a fully furnished one-bedroom apartment with a sea view at Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. The 918-square-foot apartment features one bedroom and two ensuite bathrooms, a fully outfitted kitchen, and built-in wardrobes that offer plenty of storage space. Read More »

A furnished apartment is available in Marina Heights, in the Marina Square area of Al Reem Island. Listed by Property Shop Investments, the studio apartment has a bathroom, laundry and fully outfitted kitchen. Marina Heights has just six apartments on each floor and offers concierge service. There is a shared pool, spa and gym. Pets are allowed in this apartment complex. Read More »

A 455-square-foot studio apartment is available for purchase in the Al Ghadeer area. New residents will enjoy a balcony that is a wonderful place to settle in and read a book, drink a cup of coffee or look over the community to start your day. Built-in wardrobes provide ample storage space in the studio. The complex features a shared pool, spa, gym and covered parking. Read More »

Technology innovator and consulting company Hive Technology introduced its new Hive One ID technology last week at the Arab Future Cities Summit in Sofitel, Dubai. "For government and businesses, the Hive One ID technology can streamline service delivery while reducing operating costs," Mohideen Shaikh, Hive Technology's director of strategic business, said. Read More »

Twenty public and private sector organizations were honored this week at the eighth annual Arabia CSR Awards backed by the United Nations Global Compact and United Nations Environment Programme. Hawkamah and Terous hosted the event, which is sponsored by the League of Arab States, for the second year in a row. Read More »

Doka Muscat, the Omani iteration of the Austrian-based international concrete formwork firm, was recognized for its innovative concrete technologies at the Dossier Construction Awards and Summit last week. Doka took home the prize for “Most Innovative Concrete Quality Assurance System,” an award received in recognition of the forward-thinking nature of the firm’s Concremote device. Read More »

Fifty Kuwait City students interested in engineering had the opportunity to try their skills at robotics with a little help from Airbus and Kuwait Airlines Thursday. The Airbus Little Engineer workshop brought together students from 5th to 7th grades to attract them to careers in the science and technology, where they were introduced to operations involving sensors and motors. Read More »

This is the fifth Arab Aviation and Media Summit, which offers members of the media access to the region’s aviation and tourism industries. The event also draws governmental offices and NGOs that are committed to growing the Middle East’s travel sector. This year’s conference focuses on untapped opportunities to shape the future of tourism and aviation in the region. Read More »

International law firm Pinsent Masons held a seminar Oct. 28 on Qatar’s regulatory changes to help financial professionals navigate the new business landscape emerging in the country.  As Qatar races to diversify its burgeoning economy, the Gulf nation has had to develop a new set of regulatory and tax structures that are necessary for local and international businesses. In response, senior Pinsent Masons legal experts discussed how the updated laws for commercial activity, employment, arbitra Read More »

The Saudi Stock exchange and SEDCO Capital, one of Saudi Arabia’s largest asset management firms, is on a field trip to the United States to pitch the Kingdom’s exchange to American investors. High-level delegates from the exchange and SEDCO are currently traveling as part of a three-week international roadshow to promote the new investment opportunities available. Read More »