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Spanish ceramic tile sector banks on Middle East demand

Arnold Pinto 26/02/2024 0

The region stands out as a beacon of opportunity and growth Since the start of 2024, the Spanish ceramic tile industry has been increasingly focussing on the Middle East market as other legacy global markets shrink due to the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Red Sea shipping attacks, and growing

Business Interviews

Orkla IMEA set for taste of double-digit growth in ME

Arnold Pinto 25/02/2024 0

New entity capitalises on MTR and Eastern brands Orkla India, which owns the food, spices and curry powder brands MTR and Eastern, has newly launched Orkla IMEA (India, Middle East and Africa) as a regional subsidiary based in Dubai to capitalise on a best-selling product range and forge strong partnerships in the region. Orkla India […]

Business Tech

GenAI technology is gaining traction among enterprises

News Desk 1 25/02/2024 0

80% of GenAI investors engage in proof-of-concept applications Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is establishing itself as a groundbreaking technology according to the ‘Reimagining Industry Futures Study’ conducted by EY. Released ahead of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona (February 26-29, 2024), the research, encompassing 1,405 enterprises, indicates a

Business Finance GCC UAE

Aquanow secures VASP licence from Dubai’s VARA

News Desk 1 22/02/2024 0

Canadian company accelerates global expansion plans Vancouver-based crypto infrastructure provider Aquanow has achieved a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy by acquiring the Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) licence from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). While currently non-operational, the licence sets the stage for Aquanow to

Business Space UAE

NWTN becomes the official mobility partner of MBRSC

Arnold Pinto 22/02/2024 0

Dubai-based space entity to use Rabdan One electric vehicles NWTN, a Dubai-based green energy company, has been contracted to supply its Rabdan One electric vehicles to the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). An announcement confirming NWTN as the official mobility partner of MBRSC was made on February 19, 2024, when Salem Humaid Al […]

Aviation Business Events GCC UAE

Dubai to host the world’s largest Airport Show in May 2024

Arnold Pinto 22/02/2024 0

Global airport projects to reach $1.8 trillion by 2030 The 23rd edition of Airport Show – the world’s largest annual event dedicated to the global airports industry – will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre from May 14-16, 2024. With 150 exhibitors hailing from 20 countries and an anticipated attendance of 7,500 visitors from […]

Business Logistics UAE

DP World’s Bharat Mart to facilitate Indian exports

Arnold Pinto 21/02/2024 0

New marketplace is located in Jebel Ali Free Zone Bharat Mart, a cutting-edge Dubai marketplace slated to open its doors in 2026, is poised to provide a world-class trading platform for Indian manufacturers and exporters to access global markets via Dubai. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of […]

Business Events Real Estate

CEVISAMA 2024 set to be cast in ceramic in Valencia

Arnold Pinto 19/02/2024 0

Event will showcase the future of design, sustainability, and innovation Feria Valencia will host the 40th edition of CEVISAMA – the leading international tradeshow for ceramics, bathroom equipment, natural stone, and related sectors – from February 26 to March 1, 2024, in Valencia, Spain. The 2024 edition of the fair will showcase innovation, technology, trends, […]

Business UAE

American Trading International expands Middle East reach

News Desk 1 19/02/2024 0

Bragg products are being showcased at Gulfood 2024 American Trading International (ATI), a full-service US exporter and a premier source of American food and beverages since 1995, has announced its strategic expansion into the Middle East markets, reinforcing its commitment to meeting the increasing demand for health-oriented products in the region. Headquartered in

Business GCC UAE

How to navigate the job market in Dubai in 8 ways

News Desk 1 18/02/2024 0

Check out this comprehensive job-hunting guide Dubai, known for its towering skyline, vibrant culture, and thriving economy, has become a magnet for job seekers from around the globe. As the city grows and diversifies its industries, the demand for skilled professionals remains high. Navigating the job market in Dubai can be rewarding if approached strategically. […]

Business GCC Retail Saudi Arabia UAE

Emirates, Saudia, WhatsApp top MENA Best Brand Rankings

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024 0

YouGov BrandIndex lists the rankings Emirates in the UAE, Saudia (Saudi Airlines) in Saudi Arabia, and WhatsApp in Egypt have been rated as the top-ranked brands by consumers, according to YouGov’s newly released Best Brand Rankings 2024. Emirates cruises in the UAE with an Index score of 60.7, Saudia takes off in Saudi Arabia with […]

Business GCC Oman Transport UAE

Oman and Etihad Rail Company partners with Al Jazeera Steel

Arnold Pinto 14/02/2024 0

MoU signed for rail transport between Oman and UAE Oman and Etihad Rail Company (OER), the developer and operator of the UAE-Oman Rail Network, has entered an agreement with Al Jazeera Steel Products (AJSP), a leading Oman-based steel structural products and tube manufacturer, for the transportation of raw materials and finished products on the railway […]

Business Events GCC UAE

MAHABIZ 2024, set for February 24-25 debut in Dubai

News Desk 1 13/02/2024 0

B2B event expected to feature 800+ delegates The Gulf Maharashtra Business Forum (GMBF) Global is set to host MAHABIZ 2024, a business conclave at Atlantis The Palm in Dubai from February 24-25, 2024. The event, themed ‘Connect with Opportunities to Progress,’ aims to create a platform for fostering funding opportunities, promoting collaboration, and facilitating growth

Business Tech

Google unveils Gemini, its most advanced AI model

Arnold Pinto 13/02/2024 0

Gemini gets a new mobile app interface Google has announced a significant evolution in Gemini, its AI collaboration tool formerly known as Bard. Sissie Hsiao, Vice President and General Manager of Google Assistant and Gemini, shared insights into the latest developments, highlighting the transformation of Bard into Gemini to represent its advanced family of models […]

Business

Product strength, Middle East focus fuel crude’s resilience

News Desk 1 12/02/2024 0

Gold and silver outlook remains bullish In the volatile world of crude oil, prices continue to oscillate within a range, guided by the ebb and flow of demand concerns and the Middle East’s geopolitical landscape. Writing for Saxo Bank MENA’s latest Weekly Commodities Report, Ole Hanson, Head of Commodities Strategy at Saxo Bank, noted that […]

Business Real Estate UAE

Property sales net Emaar Development AED37 billion in 2023

News Desk 1 12/02/2024 0

Developer unveils 27 new projects in the UAE Emaar Development, a prominent UAE-based property development company, achieved a 22% surge in property sales in 2023, reaching AED37.4 billion ($10.2 billion) compared to AED30.7 billion (US$8.4 billion) in 2022. The property sales performance is credited to the launch of 27 new projects in the UAE, spanning […]

Business Travel

UN World Tourism Organization rebrands to UN Tourism

Arnold Pinto 11/02/2024 0

Interbrand commissioned for the makeover The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has rebranded itself as UN Tourism to affirm its role as the United Nations specialised agency for tourism. The new branding was unveiled at the opening of Madrid’s FITUR Tourism Congress, showcasing a fresh logo that incorporates a dynamic human figure in motion. Accompanied by […]

Aviation Business

Airbus and Tata Group to produce H125 helicopters in India

Arnold Pinto 11/02/2024 0

Helicopters destined for Indian and export markets France’s Airbus Helicopters has joined forces with India’s Tata Group to inaugurate a Final Assembly Line (FAL) for helicopters in India. The 24-month setup process is anticipated to conclude in 2026, with the location jointly determined by Airbus and the Tata Group. In partnership with Airbus, the facility […]

Business GCC Saudi Arabia

‘Alat’ aims to make Saudi Arabia a tech manufacturing hub

Arnold Pinto 09/02/2024 0

New PIF company to create 39,000 jobs by 2030 Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Saudi Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), has launched ‘Alat’, a PIF company that will establish a cutting-edge global sustainable technology manufacturing hub in Saudi Arabia. Focused on […]

Business GCC Tech

kevin. swipes Middle East with innovative payment technology

Arnold Pinto 09/02/2024 0

Lithuanian firm set to open new office in Dubai kevin., a first-of-its-kind payments acceptance network based out of Vilnius, Lithuania, is set to introduce its innovative payment technology in the Middle East region with the imminent opening of its first international office in Dubai, UAE. This strategic move into the Middle East region, starting with […]