Business

Musafir.com enters into a strategic agreement with AlUla at Arabian Travel Market 2023

News Desk 2 04/05/2023

May 4, 2023; Dubai, UAE: The global heritage destination of AlUla in Saudi Arabia is increasingly attracting travellers from all around the globe, attracted by the historic landscape and diverse experiences available at the World’s Largest Living Museum. In 2022, 185,000 visitors came to AlUla,

Business

The Middle East Is the Fastest Growing Real-Time Payments Market Globally, Finds ACI Worldwide Report

Middle East News 247 03/05/2023

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Middle East is fast becoming the global hotspot for the real-time payments revolution sweeping the globe. The region is the fastest-growing real-time payments market globally, with transactions in the region expected to grow from $675 million in 2022 to $2.6 billion by 2027, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) […]

Business GCC UAE

Under the patronage of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, 12th Annual Investment Meeting

News Desk 2 03/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 3 May 2023: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, the 12th Annual Investment Meeting (AIM Global 2023) will commence on 8 May 2023. With the support of strategic partners the Ministry […]

Business

SALESmanago Expands Partnership Program to Meet Growing Demand for Zero Party Data-powered Customer Engagement

Middle East News 247 03/05/2023

KRAKÓW, Poland — SALESmanago, the leading customer engagement platform for eCommerce brands, today announced the growth of its global partner program, which saw a 160% revenue increase over 2022. After onboarding 100+ new partners in the last six months, 2023 will see SALESmanago launch new programs that include local go-to-market support, integrated platform technologies

Business

BREATH EASY ON WORLD ASTHMA DAY WITH LG’s ADVANCED AIR PURIFIERS FOR HEALTHIER INDOOR AIR QUALITY

Middle East News 247 03/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — As we observe World Asthma Day, it is time to spread awareness about the significance of fresh air and optimal respiratory health. LG Electronics (LG) remains steadfast in its mission to enhance people’s lives through innovative technology and intelligent design by providing cutting-edge air purifiers that can mitigate asthma symptoms

Business

PowerSchool and Board Middle East Partner to Expand Digital Transformation for Middle East Education Leaders

Middle East News 247 03/05/2023

FOLSOM, Calif. — PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced a partnership with Board Middle East (BME) as part of the continued expansion of PowerSchool’s PowerPartner Program. This partnership with BME will expand access to PowerSchool’s innovative and mission-critical solutions in the

Business

Gradiant Advances Sustainability in Mining Through Partnerships with SLB, Rio Tinto and an Australian Global Mining Company

Middle East News 247 03/05/2023

BOSTON — Gradiant, a global solutions provider and developer for advanced water and wastewater treatment, has announced partnerships with SLB (formerly Schlumberger), Rio Tinto, and an Australian global mining company to improve productivity and sustainability in the mining industry with a focus on reducing carbon and water footprints. The projects are in the United States

Business

e& reports consolidated revenue of AED13.0 billion in Q1 2023

News Desk 2 03/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, UAE. 3rd May 2023:e& announced its consolidated financial results for Q1 2023. e&’s consolidated revenues reached AED 13.0 billion. At constant exchange rates, revenue increased by 6.6 per cent. Consolidated net profit recorded AED 2.2 billion while consolidated EBITDA reached AED 6.2 billion, resulting in an EBITDA margin of 48 per cent. In the

Business

Autel to Establish Presence in Middle East and Africa with its One-Stop New Energy Solution

Middle East News 247 02/05/2023

TEL AVIV, Israel — Autel Energy, a leading global company focused on EV charging and new energy solutions, is proud to announce its expansion in the Middle East and Africa regions with its comprehensive new energy solution. With a clear vision to provide a sustainable and green future, Autel has been continuously breaking new ground […]

Business

LG CONCLUDES ITS INSTAVIEW CAMPAIGN WITH DONATION TO THOSE IN NEED

Middle East News 247 02/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — LG Electronics (LG) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its “Life is Full with LG InstaView” campaign which aimed to support those in need during the holy month of Ramadan. As part of the campaign, LG encouraged people to play the InstaView online game. Each participation contributed to […]

Business GCC Kuwait

Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait selects GBM Shield to Advance its Operational Security

News Desk 2 02/05/2023

Dubai, UAE – 2 May 2023: Gulf Business Machines (GBM) has signed a 3-year agreement with Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait (ABK) to implement the industry-leading GBM Shield cybersecurity platform within ABK’s operations. In a major move towards enhancing cyber resilience, ABK is leading the charge as one of the first customers in Kuwait to […]

Business

Independent Cloud Computing Leader Vultr Expands Global Footprint by Launching a New Data Center Location in Tel Aviv to Service the Growing Tech Ecosystem in the Country

Middle East News 247 02/05/2023

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Vultr, the world’s largest privately-held cloud computing company, today announced the latest expansion of its global footprint in Tel Aviv, Israel, to provide democratized access to cloud infrastructure to the growing technology ecosystem in the country. With the addition of Tel Aviv and its new location in Manchester, England, Vultr […]

Business

AEG partners with Microsoft and Crayon to revolutionize SWIFT infrastructure in MEA

News Desk 2 01/05/2023

May, 2023; Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Allied Engineering Group (AEG), the largest SWIFT service bureau globally, has announced its collaboration with Microsoft and Crayon to bring tailored and compliant solutions to financial service institutions (FSIs) that are migrating their SWIFT infrastructure to the cloud. Through this partnership, AEG will publish its 10

Business

EXEED Hosts a Massive Test Drive Event for Its Latest Products

Middle East News 247 01/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — EXEED hosted a test drive event in Wuhu for dealers and media from around the world on the 20th and 21st of April, offering them the chance to experience first-hand the performance and driving feel of these vehicles. During the event, EXEED provided a wide range of vehicles, including an […]

Business

Kinder’s ‘Growing Bigger Hearts’ Campaign Takes the Power of Storytelling to New Heights this Ramadan

Middle East News 247 01/05/2023

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates —As part of its ‘Growing Bigger Hearts’ campaign, which features animated stories inspired by key Ramadan values, this Holy month, Kinder – one of the largest chocolate brands in the world – organized a string of live storytelling events in the UAE and KSA. The initiative – which taps into the […]

Business

UAE’s leading business payments startup, Mamo, selects Checkout.com to fuel startup growth across MENA

News Desk 2 01/05/2023

DUBAI, UAE — May 1, 2023: Global payments provider Checkout.com has entered an agreement withMamo, the fintech powering payments for SMEs across MENA, making  Checkout.com the payments provider of choice for their flagship product Mamo Business.This deal further supports Mamo’s mission to accelerate the growth of SMEs in the MENA region’s flourishing digital economy.

Business

Orient Finance achieves remarkable growth in Q1 of 2023

News Desk 2 01/05/2023

May 01, 2023 Orient Finance, a leading and trusted ‘Global Investment Partner’ in the Middle East, recorded a robust performance during the first quarter (Q1) of this year by opening hundreds of new trading accounts for citizens and residents in the UAE and the Middle East. The trade volume also increased by 20 per cent […]

Food & Beverage Business

MOOD Rooftop Lounge Reopens with a Fresh New Look

News Desk 2 01/05/2023

MOOD Rooftop Lounge, the popular rooftop lounge destination, has officially reopened after a full interior renovation, an updated food and cocktail menu, and the introduction of weekly lively entertainment. Located on the 8th floor of the Meydan Hotel at Nad Al Sheba and with stunning views of the glittering Dubai skyline, this award-winning hotspot is […]

Business GCC UAE

UAE and Morocco set the goal to double trade & investment exchanges over next seven years

News Desk 2 01/05/2023

Rabat, Morocco, 1 May 2023: The first ever UAE-Morocco Joint Economic Committee (JEC) session took place recently in Rabat, in implementation of the agreement on trade, economic and technical cooperation between the two countries. The session was chaired by H.E. Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, and H.E. Nadia Fattah Al Alawi, Moroccan […]

Business Hospitality

Rotana announces robust expansion plans at ATM 2023

News Desk 2 01/05/2023

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with over 100 properties across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Türkiye (MENAT), today announces its ambitious expansion plans at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, aiming to reach 120 operating hotels spanning across 28,000 keys by 2030. In parallel to ATM’s 30 […]