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Biban 2023: Saudi Arabia’s flagship SME forum returns to unite the world’s most innovative start-ups, entrepreneurs, and investors

Middle East News 247 16/02/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Biban, Saudi Arabia’s largest start-up, SME, and entrepreneurship conference, is returning to the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center between March 9 and March 13, 2023. Organized by Monsha’at, the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority of the Kingdom

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Atkins secures Delivery Partner role for THE LINE, NEOM’s flagship urban development in Saudi Arabia

Middle East News 247 16/02/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, has been appointed as a Delivery Partner organization for THE LINE at NEOM in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A civilizational revolution that will have no roads, cars or carbon emissions, THE LINE is set to provide an unprecedented urban living experience. A linear […]

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SAUDIA CARGO AWARDS MULTI-STATION CONTRACT TO WORLDWIDE FLIGHT SERVICES

News Desk 15/02/2023

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Saudia Cargo has officially awarded a landmark multi-station contract to Worldwide Flight Service (WFS), which significantly extends cargo handling services across major key airport gateways in Europe and the United States of America. The contract was formally signed by Teddy Zebitz, CEO of Saudi Cargo, and John Batten Executive Vice President of […]

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Uptime Institute Completes Acquisition of LEET Security S.L. to Deliver Comprehensive Cyber Security Rating System

Middle East News 247 15/02/2023

NEW YORK — Uptime Institute,(“Uptime”) the Global Digital Infrastructure Authority, a Dominus Capital, L.P. portfolio company, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of LEET Security S.L.. LEET Security provides an independent cyber security risk evaluation methodology and rating system that has been designed to specifically identify, characterize, and rate

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Smeralda Holding Partners With LVMH Hospitality for Romazzino & Pitrizza Hotels

Middle East News 247 15/02/2023

PORTO CERVO, Italy — Sardegna Resorts S.r.l., a Smeralda Holding Company wholly-owned by Qatar Investment Authority (“QIA”), has signed agreements with LVMH Hospitality Excellence, to manage two of the most renowned and exclusive hotels in Costa Smeralda. LVMH Hospitality Excellence belongs to the world’s leading luxury group LVMH Moët Hennessy -Louis Vuitton. The LVMH

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DISCOVER THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE HOME LIVING WITH LG SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY

Middle East News 247 15/02/2023

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — As the world becomes increasingly focused on sustainability and environmental responsibility, people are placing higher value on environmentally friendly solutions when it comes to their daily routines. To support people in their efforts to make greener choices and lead a more sustainable lifestyle, LG presents the opportunity to transform

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Abu Dhabi Fund for Development and IFC sign a Cooperation Framework to finance sustainable private sector projects

Middle East News 247 15/02/2023

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, signed a Memorandum of Cooperation during the World Government Summit to support investments in emerging markets related to the clean energy transition, climate mitigation and adaptation, the adoption of clean […]

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LG POSE TV, A LUXURIOUS ADDITION TO YOUR HOME INTERIOR

Middle East News 247 15/02/2023

Dubai, United Arab of Emiratis — Elevate your home interior and entertain your eyes with the stunning and sleek design of the LG POSE TV from LG Electronics (LG). Add a piece of art that blends seamlessly with your home décor and provides an ultimate viewing experience that delivers a lifelike quality of pictures and […]

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Jadwa Investment Awarded Best Asset Manager at Saudi Capital Market Forum

Middle East News 247 14/02/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Jadwa Investment, a leading investment management and advisory firm in the Middle East, was awarded Best Asset Manager for 2022 as part of the Saudi Capital Market Awards announced at the Saudi Capital Market Forum yesterday. The award was presented by Eng. Khalid Abdullah Al-Hussan, CEO of Saudi Tadawul Group, and […]

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Aker ASA Partners with pulsESG for Sustainability & ESG Reporting and Measurement

Middle East News 247 14/02/2023

SAN FRANCISCO — pulsESG™, a pioneering software as a service (SaaS) platform offering enterprises a centralized system of record and reference for environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics, announced today that Norwegian industrial group Aker ASA (Aker) with a global footprint has selected pulsESG as its ESG platform for data collection, management

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Atkins expands business presence in Saudi Arabia with new office in AlUla

Middle East News 247 14/02/2023

AlUla, Saudi Arabia — Atkins, the leading global design, engineering and project management consultancy, has expanded its business presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the opening of a new office in AlUla as part of its regional growth strategy. Atkins’ AlUla office will play a key role in supporting existing and new projects […]

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Elm Signs a Cooperation Agreement with ESNAD

News Desk 14/02/2023

14 February 2023– Elm, a pioneering digital solution company, signed a cooperation agreement with the Saudi Mining Services Company (ESNAD), to jointly improve the business efficiency and quality of industrial complexes and mining sector, by employing the latest technologies. The agreement was concluded on the sidelines of LEAP 2023 taking place in Riyadh from 6 […]

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Zoho grows 10x over 5 years in the UAE

News Desk 14/02/2023

Dubai—February 14, 2023: Zoho, a global technology company, announced that in the five years since starting its operations in the UAE, which serves as its Middle East and Africa headquarters, the company has grown 10 times in the country, with a 5-year CAGR of 60%. On the sidelines of Zoholics Dubai, the annual user conference […]

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Clarity AI signs MoU with the Saudi Tadawul Group to Increase Access to Sustainability Assessment, Analysis and Reporting Capabilities for Companies in MENA

Middle East News 247 14/02/2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Clarity AI, the leading global sustainability tech platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Tadawul Group, the largest stock exchange in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with a market capitalization nearing $3 trillion, to facilitate the education of companies in the Kingdom of Saudi […]

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Human Appeal: 1000 Homes in 100 Hours for Displaced of Syria After Quake

Middle East News 247 14/02/2023

MANCHESTER, England — Just over 100 hours after the first earthquake hit northwest Syria, global charity Human Appeal has offered 1,000 newly built brick homes as housing for internally displaced families who lost their homes in the massive earthquake that recently struck the region. Human Appeal is the first international humanitarian NGO to offer permanent […]

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Lean Node Startup Studio and Mjalis Investments Partner to Launch Lean Fintech, a Venture Builder Specializing in Fintech Startups

Middle East News 247 14/02/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — During the second edition of LEAP event, Saudi Arabia’s global tech event, a partnership agreement was inked on February 7 between Lean Node Startup Studio and Mjalis Investment, to establish Lean Fintech, a venture builder dedicated to building disruptive Fintech startups. The partnership aims to build innovative fintech startups to improve […]

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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi Awards Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship Winners

Middle East News 247 13/02/2023

Fujairah, United Arab Emirates — During the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship closing ceremony, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, emphasized the importance of the championship in attracting key professional competitors from around the world and promoting the country’s sports sector to global levels. His Highness reaffirmed the

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Elm and SAR Sign an Agreement

News Desk 13/02/2023

13 February 2023- Elm, a leader in digital solutions, and the Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR), a major player in the transport and logistics sector, signed an agreement to provide connectivity and integration services for the Haramain High-Speed Rail Systems. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of LEAP 2023. Dr. Abdulrahman bin Saad Aljadhai, Elm’s […]

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Moro Hub collaborates with Intelligent Security Systems

News Desk 13/02/2023

Dubai, UAE, 13 February 2023: Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), signed a strategic partnership agreement with Intelligent Security Systems (ISS), a global leader in video management and analytics software solutions. The agreement will oversee both parties work hand in hand to provide comprehensive […]

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Del Monte Returns to Gulfood 2023

Middle East News 247 13/02/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — With its commitment to inspire healthy lifestyles and offer superior value, Fresh Del Monte is returning to Gulfood 2023, the largest food exhibition for suppliers and manufacturers. Gulfood’s 28th edition, held at Dubai World Trade Center from 20 – 24 February, aims to enhance the focus on sustainability and food […]