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Corporate Real Estate is at a critical decision point, where strategies implemented now

News Desk 22/02/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; February 22, 2023 – As the hybrid work model becomes the norm in the world of work, offices have taken on a new purpose, driving companies across the Kingdom to rethink their portfolio strategies, according to JLL at its ‘Future of Work’ event today in Riyadh. With

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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches new direct flights

News Desk 22/02/2023

Abu Dhabi, UAE: February 22, 2023: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the capital’s first low-cost carrier, announced the launch of its two new routes from Abu Dhabi to Baghdad and Erbil in Iraq. The new direct flights will connect Abu Dhabi International Airport to both Baghdad International Airport and Erbil International Airport with a frequency of […]

Business

HDFC Bank, Lulu Exchange partner to boost cross-border payments between India and Middle East

Middle East News 247 22/02/2023

India’s largest private sector bank – HDFC Bank, and UAE based financial services company – Lulu Exchange, today signed an agreement to strengthen cross-border payments between India and GCC region. In its first phase, the partnership will draw on Lulu Exchange’s expertise and regulatory framework to launch a digital inward remittance service titled ‘RemitNow2India’ that

Business

CHALHOUB GROUP ENTERS THE PHARMACY SECTOR

News Desk 22/02/2023

Chalhoub Group signed a joint venture agreement with French certified-organic skincare brand, PATYKA, marking its entry into the retail pharmacy sector. The joint venture is set to support the Group’s long-term commitment to developing the regional skincare market and modernising the current selective and pharmacy channels by working with science-backed skincare

Business

QNET’s HomePure Viva Delivers the Purest Drinking Water Directly to Households

Middle East News 247 22/02/2023

QNET, an e-commerce based direct selling company, has unveiled its latest innovation in the HomePure range – the HomePure Viva. This state-of-the-art water ioniser and filter is set to redefine how people access healthy drinking water in the comfort of their homes. In celebration of its 25th anniversary, QNET has taken a significant stride forward […]

Food & Beverage

Bord Bia to Celebrate Decade of Growth in the Middle East at Gulfood 2023

Yhuan Mae 22/02/2023

Note to Editors About Bord Bia Bord Bia (Irish Food Board) is the Irish government agency that manages the promotion, trade development and marketing of the Irish food, drink, and horticulture industry. Headquartered in Dublin, Bord Bia supports the national and international ambitions of Irish food, drink and horticulture businesses through its highly focused

Food & Beverage

Explore a brilliant business lunch deal at Al Dhiyafa Grand Kitchen

News Desk 22/02/2023

Whether you need to refresh your senses with a quick lunch break away from the office or catch up with your favourite client, tuck into an opulent business lunch at Al Dhiyafa Grand Kitchen, a stylish buffet restaurant located in Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection. Enjoy the bustling atmosphere and socialize with teammates as you savour a […]

Business

Crescent Petroleum signs three contracts to develop oil and gas fields in Diyala and Basra

Middle East News 247 22/02/2023

Crescent Petroleum, the Middle East’s oldest privately-owned upstream oil and gas company, has signed three twenty-year agreements with Iraq’s Ministry of Oil to appraise, develop, and produce oil and gas from two blocks in Diyala governorate and one in Basra governorate. The agreements will deliver much needed natural gas to fuel nearby power plants and […]

Entertainment Lifestyle

Trailer out now of ZEE5 Global original series

News Desk 22/02/2023

ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, released the trailer of one of the most anticipated series of the year ‘Taj – Divided by Blood’ starring Naseeruddin Shah, Dharmendra, Aditi Rao Hydari, Aashim Gulati, Taha Shah Badussha, Shubham Kumar Mehra in the lead. Inspired by true events, ‘Taj – Divided by […]

Business

Red Sea Global Launches New Water Sports and Diving Brands

News Desk 22/02/2023

Red Sea Global (RSG), the multi-project developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism destinations, The Red Sea and Amaala, has revealed two new brands, WAMA and Galaxea, set to deliver incredible guest experiences at RSG destinations. Last year the developer rebranded as Red Sea Global, promising the establishment of a series of RSG-owned subsidiary

Business

Williams Racing and Gulf Oil International Announce Long-Term Partnership

News Desk 21/02/2023

Williams Racing is delighted to announce a multi-year partnership with Gulf Oil International, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of oils and lubricants. Gulf’s partnership with Williams Racing is another major signing for the team as it continues its transformative journey across the business, demonstrating the new era of commercial investment for Williams Racing

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#IIFAYASISLANDABUDHABI2023

News Desk 21/02/2023

21st February 2023, Mumbai: Following the huge success of IIFA 2022, the International Indian Film Academy and Awards (IIFA) Weekend and Awards returns to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on 26th and 27th May 2023 will be staged at the world-class Etihad Arena, the Middle East’s largest state-of-the-art indoor entertainment. IIFA today is recognised not just as a

Business

Newly Established “Access to Healthcare Board” Will Transform Access to Healthcare in the Middle East and Africa

Middle East News 247 21/02/2023

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Ambitious and passionate healthcare experts from the Middle East and Africa region have formed an advocacy board that will transform access to healthcare through innovative, consistent, sustainable, and customized solutions. The “Access to Healthcare Board” comprises key government, regulatory, private, and societal stakeholders seeking

Real Estate

Wave of optimism within the construction sector

News Desk 21/02/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates; February 21, 2023 – Supported by the UAE’s strong development agenda, Projects of the 50 initiative, as well as the subsequent focus on industrial, transportation, and energy infrastructure aiming to attract nearly $150 billion in foreign direct investment by 2030, the country’s construction sector is expected to thrive at an encouraging […]

Business GCC UAE

Hitachi Energy to supply the UAE’s first charging infrastructure

News Desk 21/02/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 21, 2023 – Hitachi Energy, a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all, has won an order from Admiral Global DMCC, a Dubai regional headquartered e-mobility and energy solutions provider for industries, to supply the first charging infrastructure for electric truck fleets in the United […]

Business

Al Tayer Motors Opens First Ford Trucks 3S Facility

News Desk 21/02/2023

Dubai, February 21, 2023 – Al Tayer Motors, the UAE’s official Ford Trucks importer-dealer, opened the first 3S – Sales, Service, and Spare Parts – facility for the brand at Dubai Investments Park, in the heart of the city’s transport and logistics hub. The 2700 square meter facility exclusively dedicated to Ford Trucks includes a […]

Food & Beverage

Irish Food and Drink Exports to the Middle East reports an All-Time High Valued at 1.4 BN AED

Yhuan Mae 21/02/2023

Note to Editors About Bord Bia Bord Bia (Irish Food Board) is the Irish government agency that manages the promotion, trade development and marketing of the Irish food, drink, and horticulture industry. Headquartered in Dublin, Bord Bia supports the national and international ambitions of Irish food, drink and horticulture businesses through its highly focused

Business

Savoye signs a contract with New East General Trading

News Desk 21/02/2023

February 21, 2023: Savoye, a leading global warehouse automation integrator and software publisher in the Middle East, signed a contract with New East General Trading L.L.C., a leading automotive parts distributor in the region, to provide the company’s Dubai Distribution Centre with automated solutions. Savoye will automate New East’s distribution centre by integrating

Tech

Dragos releases 6th edition of annual ICS/OT Cybersecurity Year

News Desk 21/02/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – February 21, 2023 – In 2022, breakthrough evolution in the development of malware targeting industrial control systems (ICS), scaled ransomware attacks against manufacturing, and geopolitical tensions brought increased attention to the industrial cyber threat landscape, according to the 2022 Dragos ICS/OT Cybersecurity Year in Review. “As in

Business GCC UAE

UAE Banks Federation signs MoU with the Azerbaijan Banks Association to enhance cooperation

News Desk 20/02/2023

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; 20 February 2023 UAE Banks Federation, the representative and unified voice of banks in the UAE signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Azerbaijan Banks Association, the umbrella organisation of banks and financial institutions in the Republic of Azerbaijan, on 15th February to enhance cooperation and exchange of experiences