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NEWS DESK

Consumers in the GCC Region Prioritize Sustainability, Willing to Pay Premium, Reveals Bain & Company Study

PR News Desk 20/11/2023

In light of growing environmental concern driven by extreme weather, new research from Bain & Company shows more than 60% of businesses in the GCC region are currently off track to achieve their sustainability goals. The study emphasizes the pivotal role of technology, policy, and behavior

NEWS DESK

Sustainable Tiles Poised for a 7.9% Surge by 2028 in the GCC

PR News Desk 08/11/2023

Amidst the glimmering skyline of the Middle East, where towering skyscrapers stand as symbols of modern innovation, a hushed transformation is underway. The region’s relentless pursuit of architectural excellence and sustainability has given rise to a remarkable movement: the rise of Spanish ceramic tiles as a quiet yet potent force reshaping the very fabric of […]

NEWS DESK

Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle Partners with Alessi in Milestone Distribution Deal

PR News Desk 08/11/2023

Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle, a leader in lifestyle retail across the GCC, has announced a landmark partnership with Alessi, one of the most prominent and internationally renowned Italian Design Factories. This collaboration marks Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle’s first foray into distribution and is set to expand the Alessi brand in the Middle East region. Under […]

NEWS DESK

Emirati led CoffeeDesk making waves by expanding in the GCC

PR News Desk 26/10/2023

CoffeeDesk GCC has announced plans to expands business operations to the GCC. CoffeeDesk which has already earned recognition as Europe’s premier rapidly expanding enterprise has impacted the UAE’s coffee and tea industry significantly. They are known as the one stop shop when it comes to coffee and tea related products. All credits to the leadership […]

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UAE Leads GCC in Employee Crypto Withdrawals

PR News Desk 23/10/2023

Deel, a global HR platform driving the evolution of remote work has unveiled new research revealing the UAE is the frontrunner regarding employee cryptocurrency withdrawals within the GCC. The new findings are in line with the UAE’s forward-looking approach to embracing innovation in the financial sector and creating regulatory frameworks that enable users to embrace

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THE TRUE HONEY CO. CONTINUES EXPANSION IN THE GCC

PR News Desk 12/10/2023

The True Honey Co., one of the world’s leading premium mānuka honey producers, today announced a major Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) expansion in 2023. As part of the rapid growth plans across the region and to mark the occasion, the New Zealand brand has  broken their own world record and are launching a Rare Harvest […]

NEWS DESK

Network In Action and Franchise India Knowledge Services

PR News Desk 05/10/2023

In an unprecedented move that promises to reshape the landscape of business networking in GCC Network In Action (NIA) Franchise International has entered into a significant joint venture with Franchise India Knowledge Services. This groundbreaking partnership will bring NIA’s innovative business networking model, embellished by cutting-edge technology and proven expertise,

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GCC light vehicle automotive aftermarket revenues

PR News Desk 04/10/2023

As the automotive aftermarket industry gathered at Automechanika Dubai this week, the latest market developments were shared during a series of sessions on the exhibition’s main stage. Addressing the growth opportunities and changing trends in the GCC aftermarket, Subhashree Ramarathnam, Principal Consultant, Mobility, Frost & Sullivan, also touched on the

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The Surpluss Becomes First Race to Zero Accelerator in the GCC

PR News Desk 30/09/2023

Online sustainability exchange, The Surpluss, has been officially designated as an Accelerator by the UN-backed Race to Zero, a global campaign that catalyses climate action for non-state actors to take rigorous and immediate action to halve global emissions by 2030. The Surpluss is the first UAE-based Accelerator, and one of only 29 global organizations around […]

Events

GCC municipalities urged to hasten climate change action

PR News Desk 21/09/2023

Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, has said the diverse initiatives of GCC municipalities can accelerate climate action by strengthening community engagement. She addressed the 26th Meeting of the Committee of Ministers responsible for municipal affairs in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. At the event, the UAE

Markets GCC UAE

UAE supports GCC efforts to accelerate trade, industrial & investment integration & promote non-oil sector growth

PR News Desk 19/09/2023

Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, led the UAE delegation participating in the 65th GCC Trade Cooperation Committee meeting, the 51st GCC Industrial Cooperation Committee meeting, and the sixth meeting of the GCC Ministerial Committee for Standardization. The UAE delegation that attended these meetings in Salalah, Oman, included Abdullah

Business NEWS DESK

Eurovets showcases its product range at ADIHEX 2023

PR News Desk 10/09/2023

The company specialises in veterinary and animal health products September 10, 2023: Eurovets, a leading animal care equipment and supplies distributor in the UAE, participated in ADIHEX 2023 (Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition) held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from September 2-8, 2023. Eurovets exhibited its comprehensive range of products to engage the UAE

Business Markets

Forex.com forecasts a positive economic outlook for the GCC region in the second half of 2023

Arnold Pinto 28/08/2023

The six GCC countries – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE – are exhibiting a positive economic outlook for the second half of 2023 (H2 2023) thanks to several factors, including oil prices, according to new research conducted by Forex.com. Based in New Jersey, Forex.com is part of New York-based financial services […]

Gadgets Lifestyle

Why the new Oppo Reno10 5G lives up to its high-performance credentials

Arnold Pinto 22/08/2023

Global technology brand, Oppo, has launched the Reno10 5G smartphone in the GCC region. Priced at AED1,999 in the UAE market and the AED equivalent in the rest of the GCC region, the Reno10 5G is the latest in the Chinese technology brand’s Reno10 smartphone series. Equipped with the MediaTek Dimension 7050 5G mobile platform, […]

Logistics GCC UAE

Aramex is live testing Google Maps-powered last-mile deliveries in UAE

Arnold Pinto 21/08/2023

Aramex, a leading global logistics services and transportation solutions provider, has begun the live testing phase for its last-mile deliveries in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), based on Google Maps Platform Mobility services. Google Maps Platform Mobility services run transportation and logistics operations for businesses across the globe. With operations in 65+

Business

Student enrolments in the GCC to grow by 1.1 million in the next five years, says Alpen Capital

News Desk 02/08/2023

Dubai – August 2nd 2023: Alpen Capital’s latest education industry report projects the total number of students in the GCC to increase by 1.1 million and reach 14.2 million by 2027. During the forecast period, K-12 enrolments in the region are expected to grow at a CAGR of 1.5% to reach 11.7 million by 2027. […]

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SHUAA launches new Sharia-compliant Saudi Equity fund

News Desk 31/07/2023

United Arab Emirates, 31 July 2023: SHUAA Capital psc (DFM: SHUAA), the leading asset management and investment banking platform in the region, announced the launch of a new Sharia-compliant fund under the Incorporated Cell Company (“ICC”) umbrella, domiciled in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and managed by SHUAA GMC Limited (“SHUAA GMC”), the wholly-owned regulated

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Addressing the Growing Need for Storage Facilities in the GCC

News Desk 31/07/2023

Dubai, UAE, 31 July 2023: In today’s fast-paced world, where mobility and relocation have become the norm, the demand for storage facilities has skyrocketed. The GCC countries, known for their dynamic economies and thriving expatriate communities, are no exception. Recognizing this growing need, Writer Relocations, a leader in relocation services, has been at the

Tech

How AI and Blockchain Technologies Are Shaping Financial Markets in the GCC

News Desk 28/07/2023

It didn’t take long for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Blockchain technologies to impact companies, as their rise is gradually shaping new business models, optimizing performance and boosting efficiency across the entire economic spectrum. Among the many sectors affected by this digital transformation, are financial markets in the GCC and beyond. On one hand, the

Tech

Attention All GCC Tech Enthusiasts: OPPO’s Reno10 Series and IoT Devices Now Available for Purchase

News Desk 25/07/2023

Dubai, UAE, 25 July 2023 – OPPO’s latest iteration to its popular Reno series, the Reno10 series, is now available for purchase across the GCC region alongside the brand’s newest IoT devices, the OPPO Pad 2 and OPPO Enco Air3 Pro. OPPO continually strives to create the ultimate portrait shooting experience for users with each […]