Business

Nokia launches Broadband Easy digital platform as demand for fibre connectivity grows

Arnold Pinto 01/04/2025 0

Streamlining fibre rollouts for operators Nokia has unveiled its new digital platform, Broadband Easy, designed to help operators accelerate and simplify the deployment of fibre networks. This innovative solution provides operators complete visibility and control over the entire fibre rollout

Business Energy

Karpowership orders 24 dual-fuel engines from MAN Energy Solutions

Arnold Pinto 31/03/2025 0

Boosting fleet capacity by 500 MW Karpowership, a global energy transition company and the world’s largest operator of floating power plants (powership), has commissioned MAN Energy Solutions to deliver 24 18V51/60DF dual-fuel engines. These engines, each with a capacity of 20.7 MW for power generation, will be deployed aboard several of Karpowership’s vessels, which

Business Sport

IOC and Comcast NBCUniversal forge partnership for the digital era

News Desk 2 29/03/2025 0

In boost to Olympic broadcasting The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Comcast NBCUniversal have signed a new, game-changing partnership that will last over a decade and completely transform fans’ experiences of the Olympic Games. The deal, which has been approved by the IOC Executive Board (EB), signifies the evolution of the long-standing collaboration

Business Defence & Security

Boeing achieves record production of Patriot system seekers

Arnold Pinto 29/03/2025 0

Expands manufacturing capacity Boeing reached a significant milestone in 2024, with production of its Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) seekers hitting an all-time high. The Seattle-based company delivered over 500 PAC-3 seekers in the past year, marking a notable achievement in developing the advanced technology used by the Patriot air defence system. In early 2025,

Business UAE

Do you know the 7 reasons why Indian millionaires are relocating to Dubai?

Dan Ngiam 27/03/2025 0

The prime new business capital In recent years, many Indian millionaires and business tycoons have relocated to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). This exodus has caught the attention of global financial analysts, who are now considering the UAE city an emerging business hub for the rich and powerful. While Dubai has always been a magnet […]

Business Travel

Emirates unveils a new Crew Zone at its headquarters in Dubai

News Desk 2 27/03/2025 0

For the carrier’s cabin crew Emirates has inaugurated a Crew Zone facility at its headquarters in Dubai, now open to its cabin crew. The space offers services and amenities to support the professional and personal well-being of Emirates’ crew members. The Crew Zone is a 24/7 accessible area featuring an open-plan design that can accommodate […]

Aviation Business

Thales opens new avionics MRO facility in Gurugram for Indian airlines

Arnold Pinto 22/03/2025 0

To support India’s aviation growth Thales has opened its new avionics Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Gurugram, a bustling city near New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. This initiative aligns with India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ or ‘Self-Reliant India’ vision, showcasing Thales’s investment in India’s growing

Business UAE

ClearGrid gets $10m funding to boost AI-powered debt collection in MENA

Arnold Pinto 21/03/2025 0

To transform MENA debt collection ClearGrid, an AI-powered debt collection platform based in Dubai, UAE, has generated a $10 million funding raise from stealth mode. The company aims to transform the debt collection industry in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, shifting traditional collection methods into a modern, data-driven approach that enhances both […]

Business

Rheinmetall’s consolidated sales rose by a significant 36% in 2024

Arnold Pinto 20/03/2025 0

Boosted by 50% rise in defence business Rheinmetall, the Düsseldorf-based global leader in defence and technology, posted significant growth across its divisions and record sales and operating results for fiscal year 2024. The company’s consolidated sales surged by 36%, reaching €9.75 billion, driven primarily by a 50% increase in its defence business, which now accounts

Automotive Business Corporate

Troubled carmaker unveils major leadership changes

News Desk 2 19/03/2025 0

To drive future growth Nissan has unveiled significant changes to its senior management team. These changes are designed to achieve the company’s short—term and mid-term goals while positioning it for long-term growth. Effective April 1, 2025, the company will implement a reshuffling of leadership roles as part of its efforts to enhance performance and strengthen […]

Business

Nvidia unveils enhancements to RTX neural rendering ahead of GDC 2025

News Desk 2 17/03/2025 0

Strategic partnership with Microsoft For the highly anticipated Game Developers Conference (GDC), March 17-22, 2025, Nvidia has revealed several groundbreaking advancements to its RTX neural rendering technologies, set to revolutionise the gaming industry. To expand the capabilities of its AI-powered graphics systems, Nvidia has announced a strategic partnership with

Business Logistics

DP World posts $20.0 billion revenue for 2024

Arnold Pinto 16/03/2025 0

Big boost from ports and terminals DP World’s revenue increased 9.7% to $20.0 billion, for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $18.25 billion in 2023, showcasing a solid performance despite a challenging geopolitical environment, with significant contributions from its ports and terminals and strategic investments boosting its integrated logistics offering.

Business Saudi Arabia

PIF sets up first Saudi-owned duty-free operator

Arnold Pinto 16/03/2025 0

To boost Saudi travel retail sector Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has established Al Waha Duty-Free Company, marking a significant milestone as the country’s first Saudi-owned duty-free operator. Al Waha, a wholly owned subsidiary of PIF, is set to become a major player in the Middle East’s travel retail sector. It will position itself […]

Business Cybersecurity

Acronis enhances leadership in OT cyber resilience

Arnold Pinto 14/03/2025 0

With growing OEM partnerships Acronis has reinforced its position as an Operational Technology (OT) cyber resilience leader, boosted by growing momentum in the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) sector. Over the past three years, the cybersecurity and data protection company has seen an 82% increase in OEM integrations and OT deployments, solidifying its reputation as a

Business

Alec achieves 29% YoY growth in 2024

News Desk 2 13/03/2025 0

Boosted by subsidiaries and Saudi rollout Alec Engineering and Contracting ( Alec), one of the largest construction firms in the Middle East region, achieved 29% year-on-year (YoY) revenue growth in 2024, driven by strong performance from its subsidiaries and the company’s expansion into Saudi Arabia from neighbouring UAE. This solid growth also coincided with a […]

Business UAE

Talabat acquires InstaShop for $32 million

News Desk 2 11/03/2025 0

In major MENA push Talabat Holding, an on-demand online ordering and delivery platform in the MENA region, has acquired InstaShop Ltd, one of the region’s foremost online grocery delivery marketplaces for $32 million. The move will enable Talabat to enhance further its grocery and retail vertical and expand its presence across the MENA region. As […]

Business

Grohe to showcases innovative water feature solutions at ISH 2025

News Desk 2 08/03/2025 0

Focus on water enjoyment Grohe will exhibit its latest innovations in bathroom and kitchen fittings products at ISH 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany, from March 17 to 21, 2025. With a focus on its core ethos of ‘Pure Freude an Wasser (Pure Joy of Water), the brand’s presence at the world’s premier trade event for heating, […]

Business Tech

MWC25 Barcelona registers 109,000 footfall

Arnold Pinto 08/03/2025 0

From 205 nations and territories A total of 109,000 visitors attended MWC25 Barcelona, the world’s largest and most influential connectivity event held from March 3 to 6, 2025. It was a transformative week of industry-shaping launches and impactful collaboration, highlighting advanced mobile technology and AI. The event was pivotal for the tech world, with leading […]

Business Energy

Anmax Energy aims to energise Goa – one rooftop solar system at a time

News Desk 2 06/03/2025 0

As the future remains bright Anmak Energy, a rapidly growing solar startup based in Goa, India, is making waves in the home solar space with its innovative, affordable, and customer-centric approach. Established in 2019, the company has carved a niche by offering high-quality rooftop solar systems, delivered with remarkable speed and at unbeatable prices. With […]

Business Saudi Arabia

Key Legal Requirements for UAE Companies Expanding into the Saudi Market

News Desk 2 06/03/2025 0

With the entry of Vision 2030 in Saudi Arabia, its economic landscape has positively changed, making it an attractive country for businesses eyeing to expand.  UAE companies, in particular, have a strategic advantage due to the geographical proximity and cultural similarities between the two nations.  However, entering the Saudi market requires going through