Middle East

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Automechanika Dubai breaks new ground with largest show on record

News Desk 1 09/12/2024 0

Automechanika Dubai, the largest automotive aftermarket trade exhibition in the Middle East, will return to the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 10-12 December, celebrating the 21st edition of the showcase with record exhibitors numbers. With 2,228 exhibitors confirmed, Automechanika Dubai

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Vistage Appoints Loay Elkhouly as Chair to Lead New Executive Group in the Middle East

News Desk 1 09/12/2024 0

Vistage, a global leader in executive coaching and leadership development, is delighted to announce the appointment of Loay Elkhouly as Chair of its newly launched sixth group in the Middle East. With membership of over 45,000 leaders across 35 countries, Vistage continues to reinforce its dedication to nurturing executive excellence in the region through this […]

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YAS HEAT RACING AMBASSADOR RASHID AL DHAHERI TRIUMPHS IN THE FIRST RACE OF THE FORMULA 4 MIDDLE EAST TROPHY

News Desk 1 08/12/2024 0

Sweden’s Jonas Andersson secured pole position for tomorrow’s Grand Prix of Sharjah to boost his hopes of a third UIM F1H2O World Championship triumph as Team Abu Dhabi’s Thani Al Qemzi rolled back the years on Khalid Lagoon. Andersson won the six-boat qualifying shoot out from Victory Team’s Erik Stark and veteran Emirati driver Al […]

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Deloitte survey reveals over half of Middle East C-Suite executives leverage technology to drive climate action

News Desk 1 05/12/2024 0

Deloitte survey reveals over half of Middle East C-Suite executives leverage technology to drive climate action   Key insights of the CxO Sustainability Report 2024 presented at a roundtable at the ongoing Future Sustainability Forum   Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 5th, 2024: Deloitte Middle East presented the key findings of its 2024 CxO Sustainability […]

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Global FESPA Awards programme open for entries from Middle East print and sign makers

News Desk 1 05/12/2024 0

The annual FESPA Awards, which celebrates the achievements of print and sign-makers from around the world, is open for entries from the Middle East until 12 December. Award entrants are encouraged to submit their most impressive projects and participate in a global celebration of innovation and excellence in the print and signage industry. The awards […]

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Rewardz Celebrates Four Wins at Marketech 2024, Highlighting Leadership Across the Middle East and APAC

News Desk 1 05/12/2024 0

Rewardz, a global leader in innovative digital reward and recognition solutions, announced its remarkable performance at the Marketech APAC’s Marketing Technology Awards 2024, earning recognition across four prestigious categories that underscore its excellence in customer engagement and loyalty, marketing technology, and client success partnerships. The awards won by

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Canadian University Dubai launches Master of Public Health program

News Desk 1 05/12/2024 0

Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has launched an innovative new graduate program in public health to advance public health professionals’ careers and boost human capital in the sector. The Master of Public Health (MPH) degree builds on the university’s existing partnerships with global organisations to reduce the worldwide deficit in public health workers. The first

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How to Combat Cybersecurity Talent Gap in the Middle East

News Desk 1 04/12/2024 0

The Global Issue The rapid adoption of technologies and growth of digital data have created a high demand for cyber and information security professionals. However, nowadays we are witnessing a significant shortage of specialists in this sphere. According to the ISC2 global study, in 2024, the cybersecurity workforce gap reached a staggering 4,763,963 people. Meanwhile,

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SOUEAST Brand Officially Launched in Iraq, Marking a New Journey for Middle East Strategy

News Desk 1 02/12/2024 0

On November 23, 2024, local time, the SOUEAST held Brand Launch Event at the prestigious Rotana Hotel in Erbil, Iraq. Following the global renewal in September 2024, this event marked a significant step in SOUEAST’s globalization strategy, signifying its entry into the Middle East . Guests from local industries, SOUEAST’s executives, and leadership from the […]

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ED SHEERAN ANNOUNCES 2025 LIVE SHOWS IN BHUTAN, INDIA AND THE MIDDLE EAST

News Desk 1 29/11/2024 0

Global superstar Ed Sheeran has announced a series of Mathematics Tour shows in Bhutan, India and the Middle East running from January to May 2025. Performing at the Lusail Multipurpose Hall on Wednesday, 30 April, this event marks Ed’s first show in Qatar since 2015. Ed Sheeran: +–=÷x Tour 2025 in Qatar on Wednesday 30 […]

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The University of Manchester hosts 11th graduation celebration for part-time master’s degree graduates in the Middle East

News Desk 1 28/11/2024 0

The University of Manchester, one of the world’s top ranked and most international universities, has hosted its 11th annual graduation celebration for over 200 Master’s degree students from the Middle East, who achieved outstanding academic results. The new graduates are all working professionals in a range of industries who graduated from the University’s part-time

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Bank of Communications Co. Ltd. Expands Global Footprint in the Middle East with DIFC Branch

News Desk 1 28/11/2024 0

Bank of Communications Co. Ltd. (BOCOM), one of the oldest financial institutions and first national state-owned joint-stock bank in China, has expanded its global presence by setting up in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region. BOCOM has chosen DIFC to launch […]

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Jeep® Continues Growth Trajectory in The Middle East

News Desk 1 27/11/2024 0

Jeep®, one of Stellantis’ most iconic brands, is continuing its impressive growth across the Middle East, with year-to-date (YTD) sales up 10%, largely driven by the success of its flagship models, the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has reinforced its significant presence in the region, achieving an 8% YTD sales increase […]

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Aramex Partners with ChannelEngine to Offer Gateway to Marketplaces across the Middle East and Beyond

News Desk 1 27/11/2024 0

Aramex (DFM: ARMX), a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has announced a new partnership with ChannelEngine, a global leader in marketplace integration technology. Through this collaboration, brands and retailers can now unlock new sales channels across the Middle East and beyond, enhancing their ability to reach new customers

Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin and Anduril to track Middle East drone threats

Arnold Pinto 25/11/2024 0

After exercise in the US During the US Central Command’s Desert Guardian exercise at Fort Drum earlier this month, Lockheed Martin integrated its Q-53 multi-mission radar (MMR) with Anduril’s Lattice Command and Control (C2) environment. The exercise is part of a broader initiative to address critical gaps in detecting and tracking drone threats. David Kenneweg, […]

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MHERO I Made Debut in Dubai, Bringing Fresh Surge of Off-Road Capability in the Middle East Market

News Desk 1 22/11/2024 0

On the evening of November 18th, 2024, UAE time, MHERO, a luxury electric off-road brand under Dongfeng Motor Group, held a remarkable launch event in Dubai and unveiled flagship model MHERO I. This grand event named “Night in UAE” is not only a splendid debut of MHERO brand in the international market, but also an […]

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Four Seasons Private Residences Jeddah Unveils Largest Suspended Bridges in the Middle East

News Desk 1 21/11/2024 0

The city of Jeddah is introducing its newest architectural masterpiece, at the luxurious Four Seasons Private Residences Jeddah project. Construction has been completed on the project’s biggest suspended bridges in the Middle East, set to earn a spot in the Guiness World Records. Spanning 60 meters long and 130 meters above sea level, the bridges […]

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Secure Domains Launches Operations in the Middle East

News Desk 1 20/11/2024 0

Secure Domains, the first cloud native cybersecurity platform in the GCC specializing in DNS security, today announced the launch of its operations in the Middle East and Africa. As a cloud native cybersecurity vendor, Secure Domains helps organizations protect their users, data, and applications against advanced threats in a borderless infrastructure. The company is also

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Jadwa Announces First Regional Blind-Pool Private Equity Fund

News Desk 1 19/11/2024 0

Jadwa Investment, a leading investment management and advisory firm in the Middle East, announced today the first close for its first regional blind-pool private equity fund, GCC Private Equity Fund 1, with total capital commitments of SAR 1.0 billion.  The fund is among the largest blind-pool private equity funds regulated by the Capital Market Authority […]

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Endace establishes Middle East Regional Headquarters in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 19/11/2024 0

Endace, the world leader in packet capture, announces the formation of a new company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to continue expansion in the Middle East, further demonstrating Endace’s commitment to the Middle East Region. Having successfully deployed a number of very large infrastructure projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the […]