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New identity for Global AI Summit in Riyadh

Arnold Pinto 02/09/2024 0

From September 10-12, 2024 The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has launched a revamped identity for the third edition of the Global Artificial Intelligence Summit (GAIN), which will take place in Riyadh from September 10-12, 2024. This year’s summit, themed ‘For the

Saudi Arabia Space

What is the 6th test flight of Halo Space in Saudi Arabia?

Arnold Pinto 29/08/2024 0

Prototype capsule will soar 30km Halo Space, a leading name in near space tourism, is set to conduct its sixth test flight in Saudi Arabia this September. The test flight will feature Halo Space’s prototype pressurised capsule, Aurora, ascending 30km above the Earth. The mission aims to validate critical systems developed over three years. The […]

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Saudi Arabia to Convene Global Mineral Sector at Fourth Future Minerals Forum in January 2025

News Desk 1 28/08/2024

Under the Patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Arabia is set to host the fourth edition of the world’s leading platform on minerals, the Future Minerals Forum (FMF), from January 14 – 16, 2025, at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. […]

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Nothing is the fastest-growing smartphone vendor in H1 2024, including in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 28/08/2024

London-based technology company Nothing is excited to share encouraging global growth research conducted by Canalys. 2024 has been a year focused on scale with 9 products launched across Nothing and the CMF by Nothing sub-brand. Nothing was found to be the fastest-growing smartphone vendor when comparing H1 2023 to H1 2024, a 246% increase in […]

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Qiddiya and ASUS Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Gaming in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 27/08/2024

State-of-the-art gaming infrastructure and ROG flagship store elevate Qiddiya City’s gaming experience and lay the foundations for a regional HQ in the country. ASUS today announced that Qiddiya City, a global destination for entertainment, sports, and culture, has signed a long-term partnership with the global technology leader.   Signed at the New Global Sport

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GlobalPharma captures 1.8% market share, marking unprecedented growth in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 27/08/2024

Globalpharma, the UAE’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturer and a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC, today announced a significant milestone by capturing a 1.8% market share in the competitive Saudi pharmaceutical landscape. As of May 2024, Globalpharma’s sales surged by 139.5% year-over-year, reaching $12.6 million up from $5.2 million in the same period

Events

3rd Edition CX & Loyalty Summit & Awards KSA 2024 set for Riyadh

News Desk 2 24/08/2024 0

Regional industry to network at event The 3rd Edition CX & Loyalty Summit & Awards KSA 2024 is gearing up to be a landmark event. It will bring together industry leaders and visionaries on September 24-25, 2024, at the InterContinental Riyadh. Organised by Verve Management and co-hosted with the 5th Annual Future Banks Summit & […]

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HITEK expands footprint in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 21/08/2024

Leading smart facilities management (FM) solutions company HITEK Services, which is part of the Farnek group of companies, has acquired multiple prestigious contracts in Saudi Arabia, cementing its leadership in the delivery of cutting-edge FM solutions across the kingdom. HITEK Services is a pioneering provider of technology-driven, facility management

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NFPA signs an MoU with Aramco to advance fire safety in the energy and petrochemicals industry of Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 21/08/2024

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) and  Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaboratively develop fire, electrical, and life safety regulations, promote educational initiatives, and share expertise to safeguard lives and property within the Kingdom’s energy and

Thought leadership

The increasing role of women in the private sector in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 2 21/08/2024 0

By Ghada Aldawood, Human Resources Manager, TASC Outsourcing The Vision 2030 reforms in Saudi Arabia aim to increase women’s engagement in the workforce to 30% and significantly reshape women’s roles in the private sector. These changes, aimed at creating a society where everyone can pursue their passions, have led to a more diverse workforce. The […]

Education Saudi Arabia

KAUST commissions new regional-class research vessel

Arnold Pinto 20/08/2024 0

RV Thuwal II will explore the Red Sea Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has agreed with Freire Shipyards to construct a new regional-class research vessel, RV Thuwal II. The ship will be built at Freire Shipyard in Vigo, Spain, and is anticipated to be completed in 2026. RV Thuwal II […]

Business Saudi Arabia

Riyadh Air awards ground handling deal to Saudi Ground Services

Arnold Pinto 15/08/2024 0

Contract is worth $400 million Riyadh Air, a Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund subsidiary, has awarded a $400 million contract for ground handling services to Saudi Ground Services as the Saudi carrier prepares for its forthcoming launch. The ground handling services contract, effective from September 1, 2024, spans 4.5 years with an option for a […]

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Leader Express and Castrol KSA Celebrate Strategic Partnership Agreement in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 13/08/2024

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Leader Express, an emerging car service company in the Kingdom, and Castrol KSA joined forces in a momentous celebration of their newly established strategic partnership agreement. This collaboration is poised to amplify the reach of Leader Express’s exceptional services and Castrol’s products, ensuring a wider audience across the

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WakeCap confirms key role in improving construction safety throughout Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 13/08/2024

WakeCap, a workforce safety and productivity solution, showcased its smart construction site management technologies to the Kingdom’s Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, which will see the company at the forefront of safety improvement in mining and manufacturing projects across the Kingdom. Dr. Hassan Albalawi, CEO and founder of WakeCap, presented the technology

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Saudi Arabia Emerges as a Leading Industrial Hub Boosting Global Mobility says Writer Relocations

News Desk 1 08/08/2024

Writer Relocations, a leading global player in the relocation industry, highlights Saudi Arabia’s emergence as a pioneering force in the global industrial sector. The Kingdom’s major industrial cities, such as Jubail and Yanbu, are central to this development, attracting a significant influx of professionals from Europe and America. Saudi Arabia’s industrial

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Raytheon Saudi Arabia kicks off 2024 internship program

News Desk 1 08/08/2024

Raytheon Saudi Arabia, an RTX business, announced the start of its 2024 internship program, welcoming 14 Saudi students from ten leading universities and technical institutes across the Kingdom. This year’s program continues to reflect the company’s commitment to fostering local talent and supporting Saudi Arabia’s industrial localization and human capital development

Saudi Arabia Space

CST and Boeing train Saudi aerospace engineering students

Arnold Pinto 07/08/2024 0

Includes stints at aerospace giant’s US facilities Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) has unveiled a month-long training programme for aerospace engineering students in partnership with Boeing. The initiative underscores the commitment to nurturing national talent and advancing the field of space sciences in Saudi Arabia. Boeing is

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Saudi Arabia: Alesayi expands packaging and product portfolio with state-of-the art BIB packaging system from SIG

News Desk 1 06/08/2024

Alesayi Beverage Corporation, a leading beverage manufacturer in Saudi Arabia since 1959 with 60% market share in the energy drinks’ category, is partnering with SIG to expand its product and packaging portfolio. Using a state-of-the-art SIG SureFill 42 Aseptic BIB filling system, Alesayi will launch exciting new products in hotels, restaurants and cafes (HoReCa). For […]

Defence & Security Saudi Arabia

US okays $2.8 billion military support sale to Saudi Arabia

Arnold Pinto 06/08/2024 0

Involving logistics and programme support The US State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Saudi Arabia involving system logistics, sustainment support, and related elements at an estimated cost of $2.8 billion. This determination, communicated to Congress by the US Defence Security Cooperation Agency, includes comprehensive logistics and

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Boston Oncology and King Fahd Medical City Partner to Advance Localized Cell & Gene Therapy in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 2 31/07/2024

In a landmark initiative poised to transform healthcare in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Boston Oncology and King Fahd Medical City (KFMC) have signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on the localization of Cell & Gene Therapy. The signing ceremony, attended by His Excellency Eng. Abdulaziz AlRamaih, Deputy Minister of Health for Planning and […]