Groundbreaking Moment: Saudi Arabia’s Pioneer Female Astronaut Arrives At the Space Station: The first female Saudi astronaut arrived at the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX rocket. Rayyanah Barnawi shed happy tears upon entering the International Space Station (ISS). She made
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Powering a Sustainable Future: Saudi-German Collaboration For Energy and Climate Innovations: Dieter Lamle, the German ambassador to the Kingdom, stated that hydrogen, energy, and climate represent important areas of partnership between KSA and Germany. Lamle stated in an interview that the two countries were well-suited partners and stressed that they both acknowledged
Wireless Laser Optics Paves the Way for Ultra-Fast Connectivity in Saudi Arabia: The telecommunications experts at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology are working on providing Saudi Arabia with affordable and fast internet wired to all devices. Telecommunications experts from KAUST and Taara at X, the moonshot factory, successfully tested a wireless laser
Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — Faithful+Gould, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, has been awarded the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services contract by the Ministry of Culture in Saudi Arabia, to support the development of Historic Jeddah, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Historic Jeddah Development Program aims to revitalize the living space
In the mesmerizing coastal city of Umluj, where the pristine white sand beaches meet the turquoise waters of the Red Sea, Waves Hotel stands as a beacon of exceptional hospitality. The hotel takes great pride in its diverse team of Saudi employees, who have embraced the opportunity to work in the hospitality industry with enthusiasm […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; June 6, 2023: Almosafer, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company (part of Seera Group), has signed a partnership agreement with the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce to develop Saudi talent for the travel and tourism sector. The partnership will enable Almosafer to expand the reach of its in-house training programme, Almosafer Academy, which equips […]
Dubai UAE. (6thJune 2023) – TMF Group, a leading provider of compliance and administrative services, today announced the acquisition of the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), corporate services, corporate immigration and visa services divisions of PROVEN, a leading business outsourcing organisation in the Middle East. Since its establishment in 2009, PROVEN has been
June 01, 2023- TickerChart, a leading market information platform for investors in the Middle East, has signed an agreement with Riyad Capital, a Saudi-based investment firm and the investment arm of Riyad Bank, to bolster trade capabilities and improve the overall trading experience for investors in the capital market of Saudi Arabia. This collaboration enables […]
Saudi Transformation Catches Estonia’s Attention, Offers Assistance With Kingdom’s Transformation: Estonia is closely observing Saudi’s transformation, with President Alar Karis expressing interest in becoming a part of the Kingdom’s reform and growth story. During an interview, Karis shared his strong interest in the transformations happening in
May, 2023: Saudia Cargo, the leading air cargo carrier in the Middle East, has achieved an extraordinary milestone by being awarded the prestigious title of Best Digital Customer Experience at the renowned Customer Experience Middle East 2023 conference, held in Dubai. With representatives from prominent companies across various industries in the region, this year’s
May 29, 2023, Dubai, UAE: FACES, the leading beauty retailer in the Middle East and a proud own brand of Chalhoub Group is thrilled to announce the arrival of its successful SKIN CARE NATION in Saudi Arabia. David Vercruysse, President of Managed Companies at Chalhoub Group, emphasizes, “The skin care market is a strategic focus […]
DAMMAM, Saudi Arabia — Lynk & Co, the Chinese-Swedish automobile brand, has officially launched in Saudi Arabia, bringing a range of products including the 03, 03+, 01, and 05 models, and opening its first local showroom in Dammam on May 22, 2023. At the launch event, Lynk & Co’s Director, Mr. Fred Shang, expressed confidence […]
Saudi Students Clinch An Impressive 41 Medals At The Geneva Invention Awards! In a display of creativity and innovation, Saudi students have once again proven their mettle on the global stage. During their participation in the 48th Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, students from King Abdulaziz University won a total of 41 medals. At the exhibition […]
Shining Stars: Saudi Film Festival’s Brightest Talents Awarded Golden Palm Prizes: The Saudi Film Festival recently held an event to honor skilled filmmakers and actors in the industry. Winners of the Ninth Saudi Film Festival celebrated their Golden Palm prizes after the event. These talented individuals have secured their place as the upcoming generation of Saudi
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — center3, owned by stc group, on behalf of the consortium partners of EMC Subsea Cable Company Ltd (EMC Company) and Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), the leader in the manufacturing and installation of submarine optical systems, announced the signing of the Supplier’s Contract for the construction of two subsea and terrestrial data […]
(Riyadh): KPMG, a leading provider of audit, tax and advisory services, announced the election of its new Board of Directors. The new board continues to be chaired by Dr. Abdullah Al Fozan and further consists of Ebrahim Baeshen, Khalil Al Sedais, Fuad Chapra, Muhammad Tariq, Khalid Yasin, Dr. Samer Abdallah, Ismail Alani, and Fahad Aldossari. […]
Ithra and Cinema Society Collaborate to Boost Film Industry in Saudi Arabia: Ithra, which is also known as The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, recently partnered with the Cinema Society in Dhahran. Their goal is to create programs and initiatives that will support the growth of the film industry in Saudi Arabia. They also aim […]
Saudi Arabia’s First Female Astronaut Set to Travel to ISS on May 22: After being delayed by two weeks, two Saudi astronauts are now scheduled to travel to the International Space Station on May 22. Rayyanah Barnawi, the first Saudi woman astronaut, and Ali Al Qarni were supposed to launch on May 9, but the […]
Dubai, UAE – May 22, 2023: The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute® (SWFI®), the world’s most trusted source on institutional investors and global capital, has announced its Global Wealth Conference (GWC), taking place in historic locations on May 31 and June 1 in London. The GWC platform has attracted some of these capital sources, which are […]
Bait Al-Batterjee is pleased to announce the launch of ‘Make-A-Wish’ for the first time in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Make-A-Wish ® is one of the most prominent establishments in the world, granting life-changing wishes to children diagnosed with critical illnesses. The non-profit entity operates in 50 countries has granted over 550,000 wishes to children […]




























