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Space GCC Oman

Oman hosts Middle East Space Conference 2024

Space emerges as a key sector for the Gulf nation The Middle East space sector has taken off in earnest in 2024, with Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology organising the Middle East Space Conference (MESC) from January 8-10, 2024, at the Oman Exhibition and Convention Centre in Muscat City. In association with […]
Aviation GCC Oman

Oman Air was the most on-time airline in MEA in 2023

Delta Air Lines wins Cirium Platinum Award for the third year Oman Air was the leading airline for on-time performance in 2023 in the Middle East and Africa MEA) region, with 92.53% on-time performance across 45,908 flights, as revealed by the newly released Cirium 2023 On-Time Performance Review. The coveted position of the most on-time global airline […]
Sport GCC UAE

Dubai Invitational set for January 11-14, 2024 tee-off

Some of the world’s top players are participating The inaugural Dubai Invitational, a brand-new Pro-Am event on the DP World Tour, tees off at Dubai Creek Resort from January 11-14, 2024, with the event featuring a lineup of 60 professional golfers and 60 amateurs. The tournament will see a 72-hole strokeplay competition played concurrently with […]
Business Bahrain GCC Kuwait Oman Qatar Saudi Arabia UAE

GCC investors reap the benefit of new Shari’ah compliant silver spot contract

Platform was launched by DGCX The GCC region’s inaugural Shari’ah Compliant Silver Spot Contract (DSSC) is providing investors with a secure and transparent platform for trading the precious white metal. Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX), the top derivatives exchange in the Middle East, launched the contract in late 2023, after securing regulatory approval from
Lifestyle Real Estate Travel

Park Hyatt Marrakech invites travel connoisseurs to experience authentic Moroccan hospitality

Hotel showcases rich traditions of Arab-Berber artisanry The Park Hyatt hospitality brand has entered the vibrant mosaic of Morocco with the grand opening of Park Hyatt Marrakech. Nestled approximately 15km from the bustling Medina district, the 19-acre haven, cocooned at the base of the Atlas Mountains, is a testament to modern luxury harmoniously interwoven with […]
Automotive Tech

Xiaomi enters the EV sector with launch of the SU7

Firm showcases breakthroughs in its 5 core technologies Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant and one of the world’s leading smartphone companies, has officially thrown its hat into the automotive ring with the grand debut of the highly anticipated Xiaomi SU7. Xiaomi aims to redefine the automotive industry, marking a pivotal leap beyond its smartphone origins […]
UAE Bahrain GCC Kuwait Lifestyle Oman Qatar Saudi Arabia

Do you know the public holidays of 2024 in the GCC region? Here are the dates

Islamic holidays are subject to moon sightings Residents of the six GCC nations (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman and Kuwait) will enjoy several public holidays, including Islamic holidays in 2024 – the New Year. The public holidays will stretch further when combined with the standard weekends in the six GCC countries. Islamic holidays in […]