Aviation Defence & Security

Airbus delivers A400M airlifter to Kazakhstan

Arnold Pinto 15/12/2024 0

First of 2 for the nation Airbus Defence and Space has delivered the first Airbus A400M to Kazakhstan, marking a significant milestone in the East European country’s tactical and strategic airlift capabilities. Kazakhstan’s first of two ordered aircraft was officially handed over at

Automotive Sport

FIA and Extreme H partner on off-road hydrogen racing world cup

Arnold Pinto 15/12/2024 0

Set to launch in 2025 The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and Extreme H have signed a non-binding agreement, formalising their collaboration to establish the FIA Extreme H World Cup framework. This ground-breaking initiative, the first-ever hydrogen-powered off-road racing series, is set to make waves in both the motorsport and automotive sectors. The

Appointments Business

Nissan reshuffles senior management team

Arnold Pinto 14/12/2024 0

To revive ailing automaker Nissan Motor Corporation has announced a significant leadership shake-up, appointing a new executive team effective January 1, 2025. The moves are part of the Japanese company’s broader turnaround strategy, designed to restructure operations and improve efficiency and resilience. These changes aim to respond swiftly to current challenges and

Automotive Saudi Arabia

What will go down at the 2025 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia

Arnold Pinto 14/12/2024 0

A 7,700km rally route The 2025 Dakar Rally will return to Saudi Arabia for the sixth consecutive year, promising an even more formidable challenge for competitors, both amateurs and elite rally raid champions. Rally Director David Castera unveiled the specifics of the 47th Dakar Rally, which will occur from January 3-17, 2025. The event will […]

GCC Video

US ballistic missile intercept test

Arnold Pinto 13/12/2024 0

Business Sustainability

Stellantis and CATL to build LFP battery plant in Spain

Arnold Pinto 13/12/2024 0

For €4.1 billion Stellantis and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) have announced a landmark agreement to invest up to €4.1 billion in a joint venture to build a large-scale lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery plant in Zaragoza, Spain. The cutting-edge facility, set to commence production by the end of 2026, will cater to the […]

Aviation

US Marine Corps to experience Sikorsky flight autonomy demo

Arnold Pinto 13/12/2024 0

Via optionally piloted Black Hawk The US Marine Corps has selected Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, to demonstrate the capabilities of its Matrix flight autonomy system. The operational demonstrations planned for 2025 will use Sikorsky’s Optionally Piloted UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter to showcase how autonomous flight can support the Marine Corps’ Aerial Logistics

Finance Interviews

IMA-DIFC partnership to boost finance professionals in the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 12/12/2024 0

Via several focused initiatives Headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, United States, the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) is a prominent global nonprofit organisation dedicated to advancing the skills of accounting and finance professionals worldwide. With 130,000+ members across 150 countries and 350 chapters, IMA provides resources such as certification

GCC Video

First A400M for Kazakhstan

Arnold Pinto 11/12/2024 0

Tech

US moves to counter threats posed by drones

Arnold Pinto 11/12/2024 0

In military situations The US Department of Defence has announced that US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin has signed a new, classified strategy to counter growing threats posed by unmanned systems, commonly called drones. The new strategy reinforces ongoing efforts to address this emerging threat, particularly in safeguarding US military personnel, facilities, and

Business Education

78% of business schools integrate AI into their curricula

Arnold Pinto 11/12/2024 0

Per the latest GMAC report A new Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) report reveals that 78% of business schools have incorporated Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their curricula or learning experiences. The study highlights the growing importance of AI in education as business schools worldwide seek to prepare students for a rapidly changing business

Business Space

Space42 and ICEYE partner to build SAR satellites in UAE

Arnold Pinto 10/12/2024 0

Boosting nation’s EO programme Space42, a UAE-based spacetech company, and ICEYE, a Finland-headquartered global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite operations, have signed a joint venture agreement to manufacture SAR satellites in the UAE. The venture builds upon the two entities’ collaboration, which included the launch of the UAE’s first SAR

Aviation

Avinor selects Thales to deploy Norway’s next-generation UTM system

Arnold Pinto 10/12/2024 0

Meeting European regulatory standards Thales and Avinor have partnered strategically to implement Norway’s next-generation aerial Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) system. The system, designed to enhance airspace management while ensuring full compliance with European regulatory standards, marks a significant leap forward in the management of both human-crewed and

Defence & Security

US conducts airstrikes against ISIS in Syria

Arnold Pinto 10/12/2024 0

B-52s, F-15s, A-10s deployed The US military has conducted dozens of precision airstrikes targeting ISIS camps and operatives in central Syria even as Syrian rebels conducted operations to end Bashar Al-Assad’s 50-year family rule after years of civil war. The US airstrikes against the ISIS leaders, operatives, and camps were conducted as part of the […]

Automotive

Peugeot launches 2025 Landtrek pickup

Arnold Pinto 09/12/2024 0

Enhancing automaker’s Middle East position Peugeot has unveiled the latest version of its Landtrek pickup, further enhancing its presence in international markets, particularly in the Middle East, Africa and South America. The 2025 model introduces a powerful 200 HP 2.2-litre Multijet Diesel engine designed to improve efficiency, safety, and performance. The new Landtrek

Interviews Sport Sustainability

Udinese Calcio aims to kick off Middle East partnerships

Arnold Pinto 09/12/2024 0

From scouting to sustainability Udinese Calcio is a professional football club based in Udine, Italy. Established in 1896, the club plays in Serie A, the top tier of Italian football. Over the years, Udinese has built a solid reputation for producing talented players and consistently performing in Italy’s elite league. Middle East News 247 engaged […]

Defence & Security

USAF keeps nuclear triad mission-ready

Arnold Pinto 08/12/2024 0

During recapitalisation programme The United States Air Force (USAF) faces the dual challenge of maintaining operational readiness for the bomber and land-based missile elements of America’s nuclear triad while simultaneously working to modernise and replace these platforms. This ambitious recapitalisation task, which the US government mandates, was highlighted by

Telecom UAE

Nokia and Du deploy commercial cloud RAN solution in Abu Dhabi

Arnold Pinto 08/12/2024 0

A first in the MEA region Nokia and Du, a UAE-based telecom and digital services provider, have achieved a significant milestone by deploying the first commercial 5G Cloud Radio Access Network (Cloud-RAN) solution in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. The partnership marks a pivotal step in Du’s digital transformation agenda, showcasing its commitment […]

Interviews Sustainability

McLaren Racing is on track to intensify its sustainability credentials

Arnold Pinto 07/12/2024 0

With growth plans for the Middle East McLaren Racing was an Impact Partner at the inaugural Sport Impact Summit in Dubai on December 4, 2024, highlighting its shared commitment to using sport as a platform for social and environmental good. McLaren Racing’s commitment to sustainability is not just about reducing its environmental impact. It also […]

Gadgets

Get the Yasmina Max smart speaker for your home this festive season

Arnold Pinto 07/12/2024 0

Priced at AED1,199 in the UAE Yango Group, a leading global tech innovator, has launched its flagship smart speaker, Yasmina Max, in the UAE market. A marvel of design and functionality, the home audio device merges extraordinary sound quality with a highly sophisticated, human-like AI assistant—Yasmina. This powerful combination promises to redefine the user experience,