Business Interviews

Fostering Emiratisation is a key goal for TASC

Arnold Pinto 16/05/2025

Says CEO Mahesh Shahdadpuri In an exclusive interview, Mahesh Shahdadpuri, Founder & CEO of Dubai-based TASC Outsourcing, delves into the central theme of the ‘Emiratisation Summit 2025’, focusing on ‘Scaling Retention and Engagement Strategies.’ The third edition of

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Dollar Car Rental UAE goes the extra mile with new bespoke services

Arnold Pinto 02/05/2025

Putting customer satisfaction first Dollar Car Rental UAE was a major exhibitor at the Arabian Travel Market 2025, held in Dubai from April 28 to May 1, 2025. With one of the UAE’s largest and most diverse rental car fleets, the Zabeel Rent A Car licensee is a significant player in the fast-paced market. In […]

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Charger offers EV owners in the UAE a unique mobile charging facility

Arnold Pinto 23/04/2025

One-of-a-kind service Charger, a Dubai-based electric mobility startup, is transforming the UAE’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape with innovative on-demand charging services. Established in 2024, the company offers convenient, efficient, and sustainable solutions for electric vehicle (EV) owners across the UAE. Unlike traditional charging stations for EVs, Charger

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Bridging the digital divide and why the booming MENA market appeals to Bimser

Arnold Pinto 13/04/2025

Exclusive interview with Murat Atıcı, CEO of Bimser Bimser is a rapidly growing digital transformation and quality management platform, offering over 140 integrated modules for managing quality, health, safety, and environmental (QHSE) processes. Headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey, with a new Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regional office in Dubai, UAE, Bimser helps

Interviews Travel

Visit Valencia invites Middle Eastern travellers to visit the Spanish destination

Arnold Pinto 12/03/2025

A blend of history, culture, and modernity Valencia, Spain: The world-renowned Spanish city of Valencia remains an ideal tourist destination despite the recent challenges caused by flooding in the region. Speaking exclusively to Middle East News 247 in Valencia on February 24, 2025, about the impact of the flood in October 2024, David Arlandis, Product […]

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MongoDB targets ambitious growth in the META region in the next 5 years

Arnold Pinto 20/02/2025

With regional hubs in the pipeline MongoDB, the New York City-based multipurpose developer data solutions provider, hosted ‘MongoDB Day Dubai’, the company’s inaugural Middle East event, at the Museum of the Future in Dubai City on February 18, 2025. The day-long event by the Nasdaq-listed company featured live demonstrations of the latest MongoDB products and […]

Food Interviews

Evolving consumer landscape is the perfect recipe for Orkla IMEA

Arnold Pinto 20/02/2025

As the company serves up new delights Orkla India, Middle East and Africa (IMEA), the Middle East subsidiary of Orkla India, is a prominent global exhibitor at Gulfood – the world’s largest F&B trade event (February 17 – 21, 2025) in Dubai. The company owns and markets Eastern and MTR, two household names in Indian […]

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Milestone Systems set to strengthen strategic partnerships in 2025

Arnold Pinto 16/01/2025

And pioneering VMS and AI-powered analytics Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Milestone Systems is a world leader in developing and providing cutting-edge data-driven video technology that safeguards and secures public spaces in cities and businesses. The company’s cutting-edge AI and data-driven video technologies empower societies, people, and businesses worldwide by

Finance Interviews

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

Arnold Pinto 12/12/2024

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

Interviews Sport Sustainability

Udinese Calcio aims to kick off Middle East partnerships

Arnold Pinto 09/12/2024

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 […]

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McLaren Racing is on track to intensify its sustainability credentials

Arnold Pinto 07/12/2024

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 […]

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Reflo aims to be the world’s most significant sustainable apparel brand

Arnold Pinto 06/12/2024

With a big Middle East role Reflo, the London, UK-headquartered retail apparel and fashion brand, specialises in turning single-use plastic destined for landfill into contemporary technical apparel. At the same time, recycled coffee beans power the brand’s odour control technology. In October 2024, Reflo entered into a partnership with the Nissan Formula E Team,

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Hydrogen’s crucial role in the global energy transition

News Editor 2 12/11/2024

As COP29 begins in Baku The COP29 climate summit began in Baku, Azerbaijan, on November 11, 2024. Discussions are turning to hydrogen, which is being hailed as a key player in the global push for a net-zero future. The summit will bring together world leaders, industry experts, and environmental advocates to examine hydrogen’s potential in […]

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Informatica brings data and AI integration to life in GCC region

Arnold Pinto 07/11/2024

With partnered innovative solutions With a focus on innovation, Informatica, the US-based leader in enterprise AI-powered cloud data management, has been helping enterprises manage, integrate, and govern their data across hybrid cloud environments since 1993. Informatica’s comprehensive suite of tools essentially enhances data quality, security, and collaboration, enabling

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CycloTech’s pioneering technology may transform air mobility and take flight in UAE

Arnold Pinto 03/11/2024

With unique CycloRotor propeller The Austrian aviation technology company CycloTech has recently secured a significant milestone in its journey, raising $21 million for its revolutionary CycloRotor propellor. The investment from Breeze Invest and Konos Holdings supports the development of the first full-scale CycloRotor prototype. This funding reinforces CycloTech’s

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Luminator Aerospace lights up Middle East as business potential beckons

Arnold Pinto 03/11/2024

From incandescent to LED lights Plano, Texas-headquartered Luminator Aerospace, a division of Luminator Technology Group, is not just a leading manufacturer of advanced LED lighting and signage for commercial, corporate, and military fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft but also a beacon of innovation in the aviation industry. Luminator Aerospace’s products are more

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Navigating data in a hybrid cloud world the Cloudera way

Arnold Pinto 31/10/2024

With cutting-edge enterprise solutions Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Cloudera stands out as the only true hybrid data platform. It seamlessly integrates data, analytics, and AI across public and private clouds, empowering organisations to securely manage diverse data types and transform them into actionable insights. By leveraging Cloudera’s robust

Banking Interviews

iGTB solutions power wholesale banking clients’ digital transformation

Arnold Pinto 29/10/2024

Platform handles $40 trillion of global liquidity The Middle East’s rapidly evolving financial landscape presents challenges and significant opportunities for the region’s leading banks. These banks must also contend with integrating next-gen digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) as necessary in their day-to-day operations. Focusing on

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Digital era fuels Lexar’s stellar growth trajectory

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

Bespoke storage solutions meet digital customers’ growing needs Lexar is a leading global brand specialising in high-performance storage solutions, including memory cards, USB drives, and SSDs. Known for its innovation and reliability, Lexar’s products cater to various users, from casual photographers to professional videographers. The company’s high-endurance

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Confluent is in for the long haul in Middle East

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

With cutting-edge data streaming solutions Confluent, founded in 2014, is an American technology company headquartered in Mountain View, California. It specialises in real-time data streaming solutions built on Apache Kafka, an open-source platform that handles continuous data flows. Confluent enables organisations to access and manage data in motion, providing a