Research and publishing firm The Business Year (TBY) recently appointed Betul Cakaloglu as the new managing director for its Middle East operations. She will be tasked with overseeing its operations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Sharjah and Qatar. This includes managing TBY's government and partner relations, as well as expanding its coverage of the region. Read More »

Indian water infrastructure company Electrosteel Castings has set up a warehouse in Bahrain. The $6.6 million facility will serve as a regional hub for sales and distribution activities related to water projects in northern Middle East markets. Electrosteel, which produces ductile iron pipes and ancillary products, received support from the Bahrain Economic Development Board. Read More »

The National U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) said that U.S. exports to the Middle East and North Africa region decreased in 2015. NUSACC said exports to the region are estimated at approximately $67.4 billion, a 5.6 percent decline from figures reported in 2014. While overall exports decreased, NUSACC said that exports to the UAE and Saudi Arabia saw an increase. Read More »

Estate Real Estate Management has listed a three-bedroom apartment in Arad for $822,086.The three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment features an open hall, a large living room and a fully outfitted kitchen with many cabinets for storage of appliances and utensils. Light-colored tiles flow throughout the apartment, helping it seem larger and more open. Covered parking is available. Read More »

GlassPoint Solar, a manufacturer of solar steam generators for the oil and gas industry, has enlisted the help of Sustainable Square Oman to devise a corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy. Sustainable Square Oman, a CSR and sustainability consultancy firm, will offer GlassPoint guidance on programs that are expected to have the most positive impact for all stakeholders. Read More »

Qatar Airways recently unveiled a new global branding campaign based on connectivity. Known as "Going Places Together," the campaign encourages travel, with Qatar Airways passengers experiencing dedicated service and personal connections the moment they check in.Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker said the new brand represents a new era for the airline company. Read More »

Tibiaan Properties has listed a five-bedroom villa in Azaiba for $856,920. The villa features 4,951 square feet of living space with two sitting halls, a living room and a European-style open kitchen. In addition to five bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, there is a full bathroom and two partial bathrooms. The villa also includes laundry and store rooms and a separate maid's room. Read More »

For financial services institutions, the cost of doing business in Bahrain is lower than in Dubai or Qatar, a recent KPMG report said. “We are honored to be part of this important initiative and to provide an independent overview of the financial sector in Bahrain, a critical sector in the local economy,” Jalil Al Aali, KPMG's head of financial services in Bahrain, said. Read More »

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corp. and the Abu Dhabi Transmission & Despatch Company have reached an electrical transmission agreement this week. This connection and interface agreement (C&IA) will enable the future Barakah Nuclear Power Plant to deliver electricity to the United Arab Emirates grid. The Barakah nuclear plant is expected to be completed in 2020. Read More »

Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chairman Khalid Al Moayed greeted Special Envoy of the President of the Philippines Amable Aguiluz at BCCI offices in Bait Al Tijjar on Wednesday. During the visit, the group reflected on the healthy trade relationship between Bahrain and the Philippines and discussed how to improve bilateral trade between the countries. Read More »

Following a report that predicted female representation in the professional and managerial ranks will reach only 40 percent globally in 2025, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) expert for Mercer said ensuring women thrive in the Middle East-North Africa region is critical to the region’s economic and social development.  Read More »

Saudi Electricity Company is once again enlisting the help of General Electric (GE) to meet the increasing demands for fast power in isolated areas of Saudi Arabia's grid. The Saudi Arabia-based electricity utility company has ordered six gas turbine packages for its existing power plants in Jizan and Tabouk. The turbines can serve as emergency generators if a power outage occurs. Read More »

Al Khaliji Commercial Bank won four categories in the 2015 edition of the Banker Middle East Qatar Product Awards. The awards recognize banking products and services that are innovative or have successfully delivered in terms of financials performance. Al Khaliji Bank was awarded Best Call Center, Best Corporate Account, Best Current Account and Best Premium Banking Service. Read More »

Secretary General of the Council of Saudi Chambers Khalid Al Otaiby met with Saudi Ambassador to Korea Riyadh Al Mubaraki to discuss trade relations between Saudi Arabia and Korea. Topics discussed included strategies to boost trade, including information exchanges, more business delegations and emphasizing the use of Saudi products by Korean firms working in Saudi Arabia. Read More »

Qatar Chamber member Adel Abdulrahman al-Mannai received a delegation of Swedish trade officials in Doha.The Swedish delegation included the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Trade Ambassador of Trade and Promotion Max Bjuhr and Ambassador to Qatar Eva Polana. The group discussed how to build on trade relations between Sweden and Qatar, focusing on expanding private sector collaborations. Read More »

Representatives from more than a dozen cities and organizations from the Gulf region, Europe and Asia signed a charter Wednesday, the closing day of the World Government Summit in Dubai, aimed at charting a sustainable course for Dubai's development. The charter looks to forge a coalition of collaborative support to help design and lead a more sustainable course for the city. Read More »

A recent meeting by a portion of the members of the Bahraini-Thai joint Business Council of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry was geared toward improving business relations with Thailand. Read More »

Peace and promoting responsible integration of culture were the topics discussed during a recent meeting between Khalid Almoayed, chairman of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Nejib Friji, director of International Peace Institute (IPI) for the MENA region. Read More »

The Omani Ministry of Commerce held a meeting Feb. 4 at the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry to present new industrial investment opportunities in polyoxymethylene, acetic acid, isocyanates, cold-rolled products and ceramic tiles. Read More »

The Al-Ahsa Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Saudi Arabia, headed by Chairman Saleh Al-Afalek, recently made a sizable economic delegation to the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, led by First Deputy Chairman Ibrahim Al-Mahmoud. Read More »