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teamLab Borderless Jeddah | The Record-Breaking Digital Art Museum Opened in Historic Jeddah

News Desk 21/06/2024

teamLab Borderless Jeddah, known as a museum without a map, opened on June 10 in Jeddah Historic District as a collaborative initiative between the Saudi Ministry of Culture and the Tokyo-based art collective teamLab. Spanning approximately 10,000 sqm of gross floor area, the museum is the

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Emirates NBD announces prestigious LEED certifications awarded across branches in the UAE and Saudi Arabia

News Desk 14/06/2024

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region has been awarded the prestigious leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LEED certification for twelve of its branches by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Seven of Emirates NBD’s branches in the UAE, located at Yas Mall, Al Reem […]

Automotive Saudi Arabia

Ceer And Hyundai Transys In $2-Billion Deal For Electric Vehicle Drive Systems

Arnold Pinto 13/06/2024

For Saudi Arabia’s Home Produced EVs Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first and only electric vehicle (EV) brand and original equipment manufacturer (OEM), has signed a $2.19 billion (SAR 8.2 billion) agreement with South Korea’s Hyundai Transys for the supply of cutting-edge Electric Vehicle Drive Systems (EDS) by the year 2027. The strategic partnership between Ceer and […]

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Global climate survey in Saudi Arabia shows significant awareness of global warming, demand for urgent action

News Desk 12/06/2024

The survey found that 86% of Saudi residents in 2024 believe that climate change is real, compared to 59% in 2022, indicating a growing acknowledgment of climate change within the population. These findings are part of the second edition of the Barometer of Ecological Transformation, a biennial survey conducted by Veolia in partnership with Elabe […]

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FORMULA E TO RETURN TO SAUDI ARABIA WITH NEW CIRCUIT, FOLLOWING SEASON 11 CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT

News Desk 12/06/2024

Formula E has today announced its provisional calendar for Season 11 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, with the largest number of races and locations set for a season, following validation of the FIA World Motorsport Council. Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah double-header races will take place on 14th and 15th February at a new venue in […]

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JAGGAER addresses priorities for CPOs at a series of industry roundtables in Saudi Arabia and the UAE

News Desk 11/06/2024

JAGGAER, the global leader in strategic sourcing and procurement, has held a series of roundtables in Saudi Arabia and the UAE to address the top priorities for Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs). The events brought together key industry leaders to discuss the strategies for navigating the evolving landscape of procurement and supply chain management. During the […]

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MSA Novo, King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Sign MoU to Drive Innovation and Growth in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 11/06/2024

In a significant move to bolster the Saudi start-up ecosystem, MSA Novo has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). This partnership underscores MSA Novo’s commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia. “This strategic collaboration will leverage our global network and KAUST’s

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Saudi Arabia Showcases Transformative Investment Opportunities

News Desk 06/06/2024

The Saudi Ministry of Tourism is participating in the 46th Annual NYU International Hospitality Investment Conference, highlighting the Kingdom’s exceptional progress and vast investment opportunities within its booming tourism sector. This conference presents a unique platform for Saudi Arabia to share its transformative journey towards becoming a premier global

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Laundryheap Expands Footprint in Saudi Arabia, Offering Unmatched On-Demand Laundry Solutions

News Desk 03/06/2024

Laundryheap, the global leader in on-demand laundry and dry-cleaning services, and the only 24/7 laundry delivery service operating in the GCC, announced its official launch in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with services now available in both Riyadh and Jeddah. This move is set to enhance convenience and efficiency in the Kingdom’s laundry service market. […]

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Project Management Institute (PMI ) at the Global Project Management Forum in support of Saudi Vision 2030

News Desk 02/06/2024

Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading authority for project professionals, plays an integral role in Saudi Arabia’s vibrant project management landscape. With the Kingdom on an economic overdrive following the announcement of their ambitious Saudi Vision 2030, PMI is tasked with equipping the national Saudi workforce with the requisite skills to

Automotive Markets Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia-Backed US Luxury EV Maker Opens Retail Outlet In Dubai City

Arnold Pinto 01/06/2024

As Lucid Motors Targets Regional Expansion Lucid Motors – the US-based maker of advanced EVs (electric vehicles) – has stepped up its retail presence in the Middle East region by launching Lucid Studio, its bespoke retail outlet at the luxury lifestyle-centric enclave of City Walk in Dubai City. Lucid Studio is a versatile control platform […]

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Saudi Arabia fintech finalists unveiled for 2024 Visa Everywhere Initiative

News Desk 30/05/2024

Visa has announced the Saudi Arabia finalists that will compete at the Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman edition of the 2024 Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI), a global open innovation program and competition that sees fintech startups pitch their solutions to solve tomorrow’s payment and commerce challenges.  This year’s VEI in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman […]

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Gulf Scientific Corporation Partners with Velsera to Pioneer Precision Medicine Platforms

News Desk 29/05/2024

Gulf Scientific Corporation (GSC), a prominent provider of specialized laboratory solutions throughout the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), is pleased to announce a new partnership with Velsera, a trailblazer in the field of precision medicine platforms headquartered in the USA. This collaboration facilitates GSC’s representation of Velsera in the Kingdom of Saudi

Saudi Arabia Space

Saudi Arabia Establishes Neo Space Group

Arnold Pinto 28/05/2024

Targeting Satellite And Space Industries Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) sovereign wealth fund has announced the establishment of Neo Space Group (NSG), a wholly-owned subsidiary poised to elevate Saudi Arabia’s presence in the satellite and space sector. NSG will serve as a national champion, driving the advancement of commercial satellite operations

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Shipsy to go Bullish on Saudi Arabia’s USD 13 Billion Warehousing Market with its Cutting-Edge WMS

News Desk 27/05/2024

Shipsy, a leading SaaS-based AI-powered supply chain orchestration and execution platform provider, recently highlighted its plan to go bullish with its Warehouse Management System (WMS) offering in the GCC and KSA region. In October last year, Shipsy acquired Stockone, a cloud-based WMS that specialises in enabling manufacturers, pharmaceutical businesses, retailers, and

Aviation Saudi Arabia

Saudia Group Orders 105 Airbus A320neo Aircraft

Arnold Pinto 25/05/2024

To Meet Rising Passenger Demand Saudia Group, represented by Saudia and Flyadeal, has ordered 105 Airbus A320neo aircraft. The order, confirmed at the Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh, signifies a significant stride in the Arabian Gulf state’s pursuit of aviation goals. The undisclosed amount order encompasses 12 A320neo and 93 A321neo aircraft, catapulting Saudia

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Faisal Algain appointed Head of Growth and Client Engagement for dentsu Saudi Arabia

News Desk 20/05/2024

dentsu KSA has appointed Faisal Algain as Head of Growth and Client Engagement. Reporting to dentsu Saudi Arabia’s Managing Director, Ahmad Haidar, Faisal will spearhead growth initiatives and foster collaboration across service lines to identify new market opportunities in the Kingdom in this newly created role. Strengthening dentsu Saudi Arabia’s local senior leadership

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CHALHOUB GROUP SURGES IN THE LIST OF ANNUAL LINKEDIN TOP COMPANIES FOR SAUDI ARABIA

News Desk 20/05/2024

Chalhoub Group was awarded ninth position on LinkedIn’s 4th annual list of the best companies to work for in Saudi Arabia for professionals to grow their careers, marking it as the sole retailer on the list. The ranking, which follows numerous Great Place to Work recognitions, highlights the Group’s ongoing dedication to creating compelling career […]

Automotive Saudi Arabia Sport

Dakar Rally To Race On From January 3-17, 2025

Arnold Pinto 20/05/2024

From Bisha To Shubaytah In Saudi Arabia The 2025 edition of the Dakar Rally is beginning to take shape, with Saudi Arabia once again hosting the iconic event. This promises to be another thrilling chapter in the storied history of the Dakar Rally. Scheduled to run from January 3 to 17, 2025, the sixth edition […]

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Cognite Data Fusion® Now Available on Google Cloud in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 17/05/2024

Cognite, a globally recognized leader in industrial software, announced today that its flagship Industrial DataOps product, Cognite Data Fusion®, is now available on Google Cloud in Saudi Arabia. This strategic collaboration combines Cognite’s leading data management and secure, trustworthy artificial intelligence (AI) with Google Cloud’s powerful