Rotana, the Middle East’s leading hospitality management company, has announced the appointment of Ghassan Dalal as Country General Manager for Iraq & Turkey, in addition to his continuing role as General Manager of Babylon Rotana, Baghdad. The move reflects Rotana’s commitment to building
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BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) has achieved it’s highest-ever admissions growth with the Class of 2025, marking a turning point for student diversity and academic excellence. This year’s incoming class reflects unprecedented cultural, academic, and geographic diversity, with nearly 67% of students coming from outside the UAE, representing 11 countries across Asia, Africa,
PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) today announced a commitment to invest $100 million throughout the Middle East and Africa, fueling innovation, supporting entrepreneurs, and driving inclusive economic growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital commerce regions. This strategic investment will be deployed through a mix of minority investments, acquisitions,
Infoblox , a leader in cloud networking and security services, today announced the appointment of Justin Kappers as chief information officer (CIO). Kappers will lead Infoblox’s global IT organization, with a focus on scaling operations, strengthening employee experience and advancing AI-driven initiatives that support the company’s strong business momentum and
Sterling Perfumes Industries, the global fragrance and beauty powerhouse, continues to scale rapidly, maintaining 8–10 percent year-on-year growth over the past three years and achieving a multi-billion-dollar valuation. Looking ahead, the company aims to break previous revenue records, double its presence in travel retail, and strengthen digital sales. Every three
Key sectors in the UAE’s real estate landscape exhibited strong performance and growth in Q2 2025, underpinned by significant investments, evolving demands, and government-led initiatives. As the market matures, the UAE’s residential, hospitality, and industrial sectors are collectively signaling a period of sustained, long-term growth, according to JLL’s latest
The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South continues to achieve outstanding growth in private jet movements, recording 9,753 in the first six months of 2025—a 15% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This sustained growth reaffirms Al Maktoum International Airport’s position as the leading airport for international business aviation
Stellantis Chairman John Elkann and CEO Antonio Filosa visited Turkey together this week, reaffirming the Company’s long-term partnership with Koç Holding and its strategic role in Turkey and in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Accompanied on the visit by Samir Cherfan, Chief Operating Officer for Middle East & Africa, Elkann and Filosa met […]
CASIO Middle East and Africa has announced a refreshed regional strategy alongside major product innovations, underscoring the company’s ambition to deepen its relevance with younger consumers while expanding into new watchmaking segments. At the centre of CASIO’s strategy is a drive to engage Gen Z through cultural partnerships and collaborations with global creative
The Arabia CSR Network (ACSRN) proudly unveils the pillars and focus areas of the 13th Cycle of its flagship platform – now rebranded as the Global Sustainability & CSR Forum. After nearly two decades of growth and recognition across the region, the Forum embraces a new chapter, symbolising its expanded international reach and steadfast commitment […]
Dubai Land Department has launched a bold new programme aimed at first-time homebuyers, a move that leading developers say could be a catalyst for long-term growth, increased homeownership among UAE residents, and renewed interest in real estate among younger generations. Badar Rashid Alblooshi, Chairman of Arabian Gulf Properties, hailed the initiative as a strategic
Klay Group, a boutique financial services firm providing Wealth Management, Multi-Family Office, Asset Management and Corporate Advisory services to ultra-high-net-worth families and corporate and financial institutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nikita Jain to its Klay Wealth leadership team. This strategic hire significantly bolsters the firm’s
The real estate market in Abu Dhabi is growing at exponential rate with demand is outgrowing supplies fast, a top official told delegates at the International Real Estate Conference, part of the International Real Estate Investment Show (IREIS) 2025, that is taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). “The economic diversification is […]
Connections, a Jacobs Media brand, has announced the launch of the inaugural Connections Cruise Arabia Leadership Summit. Taking place onboard the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 at Port Rashid, Dubai on 18 September 2025, the exclusive, invitation-only event will convene 120 senior travel and cruise professionals. They will include global executives, government stakeholders and
The UAE has long been known for its oil-driven economy. But in recent years, policymakers have pushed to diversify growth away from oil, investing heavily in tourism, logistics, trade, and retail. These efforts have reshaped the country’s economic profile, with non-oil sector growth playing an increasingly important role in long-term stability. Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst
The opening day of the 5th PPP MENA Forum at Jumeirah Emirates Towers brought together regional leaders, government officials, and private sector executives to chart the future of public-private partnerships across the Middle East and North Africa. Proceedings began with Chairman’s Opening Remarks by Nasser Massoud, Founder and Managing Director of Concept Realisation and
Canon Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) President & CEO, Shinichi ‘Sam’ Yoshida, has completed his first official visit to the company’s regional headquarters in Dubai, since assuming leadership in March 2025. The visit underscores Canon’s long-term commitment to the Middle East, Africa and Türkiye as one of its fastest-growing markets. The visit comes as […]
Nisus Finance Services Co Limited (NiFCO), a leading investor in urban infrastructure and capital markets, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in New Consolidated Construction Company Limited (NCCCL), one of India’s oldest and most respected construction firms. Executed as an all-cash, management-led buyout through its subsidiary Nisus Finance Projects LLP,
NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), the intelligent data infrastructure company, has announced the appointment of Bassel Kassem as Enterprise Regional Director (Country Manager) for the United Arab Emirates, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to the region and its ambition to fuel the UAE’s Vision 2030 and AI-powered transformation agenda. This appointment signals a bold
DXB LIVE, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), continues to elevate its regional and global stature with a remarkable 40 per cent growth in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year. During this period, DXB LIVE delivered services to 127 events spanning local, regional, […]





























