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COGNITA EXPANDS ITS PRESENCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST WITH FIRST SCHOOL IN KUWAIT 

PR News Desk 16/01/2024

Cognita, a leading global schools group, today announced that the Dasman Bilingual School has joined its worldwide community, strengthening its presence in the Middle East with its first school in Kuwait. Spread over seven buildings headquartered in the capital Kuwait City, Dasman is home to

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ADDLESHAW GODDARD BRINGS TOGETHER EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST AND ASIA TEAM 

PR News Desk 16/01/2024

The Addleshaw team comprised a cross-border team from Dubai, France and Singapore, providing full service advice to the acquirers including M&A, finance, antitrust, employment, IP and other aspects of the transaction.  The team was led out of Dubai by Funds and Private Equity partner Philip Dowsett and in Paris by Private Equity partner David Lambert […]

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Responsible lighting to be showcased at Light + Intelligent Building Middle East

PR News Desk 12/01/2024

Energy efficiency, sustainability, safety, inclusivity and functionality will be the key areas discussed at the forthcoming THINKLIGHT conference, part of  Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, the leading exhibition for lighting, electrical engineering, and building technology when it returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre next week. According to the latest

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TrailRunner International Expands Operations

PR News Desk 11/01/2024

TrailRunner International (TRI), a leading global strategic communications advisory firm, today announced the expansion of its Middle East operations. Following the recent appointment of Seth Hand as the new Head of Middle East, TRI has further enhanced its presence in the region with the addition of three new senior team members. The new hires reaffirm […]

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Cavendish Maxwell Welcomes Kieran Burley as Head of Commercial Agency Team

PR News Desk 11/01/2024

Cavendish Maxwell, a leading independent firm of chartered surveyors and property consultants in the Middle East, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kieran Burley as the new Head of its Commercial Agency team. With over 17 years of experience in the UAE real estate market, Kieran brings a wealth of expertise from both developer […]

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Middle East startups warned that AI obsession can damage growth prospects

PR News Desk 09/01/2024

As the rise of artificial intelligence continues, Middle East startups have been warned against placing an exclusive focus on advanced technology, and in the process damaging their prospects for sustainable growth. Rashit Makhat, co-founder of Dubai tech venture company, Scalo Technologies, says founders who rely too heavily on AI risk losing sight of other key […]

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ValueMentor announces creation of the position of CEO-Middle East

PR News Desk 09/01/2024

This strategic move reflects its commitment to expanding its presence in the Gulf region ValueMentor, a leading cyber security consulting & services company, is pleased to announce the establishment of a new executive/CXO position within the organization, the CEO-Middle East (Chief Executive Officer – Middle East). This strategic move reflects its commitment to

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Sennheiser’s ACCENTUM Wireless Makes Its Debut in the Middle East

PR News Desk 09/01/2024

Sennheiser is pleased to announce the release of their newest noise-cancelling headphones, the ACCENTUM Wireless, in the Middle East. The ACCENTUM Wireless, which made its debut on September 26, 2023, will now be accessible for the first time in the Middle Eastern market, allowing this state-of-the-art technology to reach a whole new market. Personal audio […]

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Stellantis Announces New Middle East Leadership Team

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

Stellantis, one of the world’s leading automakers, today announced a new leadership team for its Middle East operations, as the company aims for regional market leadership by 2030 as part of its Dare Forward 2030 Strategy for the Middle East and Africa (MEA). With ambitious targets across industrial, commercial, product, digitization, aftermarket and purchasing fields […]

Health Events GCC UAE

2024 International Society for Gravitational Physiology meeting heads to Dubai

Arnold Pinto 21/12/2023

Event takes place in the Arab region for the first time The Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) will host the 43rd International Society for Gravitational Physiology (ISGP) meeting from May 26-31, 2024, at the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) in Dubai City. Due to be held for the […]

Appointments

Prepay Nation appoints Georges Missy for Middle East operations

PR News Desk 20/12/2023

Missy is the company’s director of accounts and partnerships Prepay Nation, a leading global B2B prepaid solutions company, has appointed Georges Missy as the company’s director of accounts and partnerships for the Middle East region. With over 12 years in the fintech and payments industry, Missy offers Prepay Nation a wealth of experience in payments, […]

Business GCC UAE

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival set for February 3-4, 2024

Arnold Pinto 18/12/2023

The seventh annual edition targets regional entrepreneurs Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) will organise the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) from February 3-4, 2024, at Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park.  Set to be one of the most significant ecosystem events in the Middle East region, SEF 2024 will be the seventh annual edition, following the

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Mohammed Tayem features among Top 50 CEOs in the Middle East

PR News Desk 15/12/2023

entourage, one of the leading live communication agencies in the MENA region, is ending 2023 on a high note as its founder and CEO Mr. Mohammed Tayem won ‘CEO of the Year’ award in media category at the recently concluded CEO Middle East Awards 2023. The CEO Middle East Awards is a platform that recognizes […]

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Mercer to acquire The Talent Enterprise, bolstering talent assessment capabilities

PR News Desk 14/12/2023

Mercer, a global leader in redefining the world of work and a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), announced that it reached an agreement to acquire The Talent Enterprise (TTE), a leading psychometric and talent assessment technology company based in the United Arab Emirates. Subject to regulatory approval, the acquisition will expand Mercer’s workforce and […]

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The Sennheiser brand unveils the AMBEO Soundbar Mini

PR News Desk 14/12/2023

Sennheiser, a leading global audio technology brand, is thrilled to announce the launch of the AMBEO Soundbar Mini in the Middle East. This surreal sound solution backed by its sleek design and unparalleled sound quality, is set to redefine home entertainment, offering consumers an immersive cinema and audiophile-grade sound experience within the comfort of their […]

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PLEXCONCIL at ARABPLAST 2023 with 73 Leading Exporters

PR News Desk 14/12/2023

The Plastics Export Promotion Council of India (PLEXCONCIL) is leading one of its largest contingents of 73 exporters under its India Pavilion at the ARABPLAST 2023, the premier international trade show for plastics, petrochemicals, and rubber in the Middle East which opened today. The 16th edition of Arabplast at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) […]

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Radisson Hotel Group Expands in the Middle East with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel

PR News Desk 13/12/2023

Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Amman Galleria Mall, a new contemporary hotel located in the bustling heart of Jordan’s capital city. This new addition promises to offer an unmatched experience for business and leisure travelers in Amman.   Located inside the Galleria Mall, one of the most prestigious shopping

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Light + Intelligent Building Middle East returns for a 17th edition

PR News Desk 13/12/2023

Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, the leading exhibition for lighting, electrical engineering, and building technology, will return from 16-18 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre with 350 exhibitors, an 88% increase from last year. Organised by Messe Frankfurt Middle East, the event is part of the international Light + Building brand and will […]

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Non-Oil Sector on the Rise, Diversification Drives Growth

PR News Desk 13/12/2023

2023 was an eventful year from all standpoints, ending unexpectedly with the Israel-Gaza conflict breaking out in the Middle East. Financial and economic observers agree on the importance of remaining cautious when making projections about Middle Eastern markets for 2024 noting the possible spill-out of the conflict into other neighboring countries. However, forecasts

Transport GCC UAE

Dubai tops Middle East region for urban mobility preparedness

Arnold Pinto 13/12/2023

Oliver Wyman unveils 2023 Urban Mobility Readiness Index Dubai is the leading city in the Middle East region for urban mobility preparedness according to the 2023 Urban Mobility Readiness Index, newly released by Oliver Wyman, a global management consulting firm and a business of Marsh McLennan. The Oliver Wyman Forum – the consultancy’s think tank […]