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Aramco to invest $100 million in KAUST

Arnold Pinto 18/08/2024

For a Saudi research initiative Aramco has pledged $100 million over the next decade to the Saudi Arabia-based King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). The investment reflects Aramco’s dedication to supporting cutting-edge research in Saudi Arabia. It also aims to

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Alstom opens its regional headquarters in Saudi capital Riyadh

News Desk 15/07/2024

Alstom, the global leader in green and smart mobility solutions, today proudly inaugurates its opening of their regional headquarters in Riyadh. This significant step underscores Alstom’s commitment to advancing sustainable mobility and its long-standing role in shaping the region’s railway development. Strategically located in the capital of Saudi Arabia, the new

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Pearson promotes corporate English upskilling at HRSE KSA, enhancing Saudi’s Vision 2030 workforce development

News Desk 23/05/2024

Pearson, (FTSE: PSON.L), the world’s leading learning company, will demonstrate its Language Solutions for Work at the HRSE KSA (HR Summit & Expo) in Riyadh on May 27 & 28, 2024. Designed to address a significant skills gap in English proficiency in the region, these innovative solutions can aid businesses aiming to recruit, retain and […]

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Automechanika Riyadh unveils nanotechnology’s potential to transform Saudi automotive aftermarket industry

News Desk 02/05/2024

As the worldwide nanotechnology market value is expected to reach $306 billion by 2025, the role of nanotechnology is shaping the future of the automotive aftermarket industry in Saudi Arabia. This was discussed in detail at Automechanika Riyadh, which concluded today at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre (RICEC). With the Kingdom’s extensive giga

Fashion Music Saudi Arabia

Alicia Keys hosts ‘Women to Women’ initiative in Jeddah

PR News Desk 14/03/2024

Profound issues affecting women discussed Renowned American artist, songwriter, and activist Alicia Keys was in Jeddah on March 8, 2024, as she spearheaded the third edition of her ‘Women to Women’ initiative. The event witnessed an unforgettable impromptu collaboration between Keys and Jeddah’s music sensation Yasmin AlBitar. They performed a soul-stirring rendition

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Innovation, Collaboration, Growth are Key as GCC Retail Market Remain on Track

PR News Desk 24/10/2023

The 12th edition of the Middle East Retail Forum (MRF) 2023, hosted by IMAGES RetailME, a prominent source of retail intelligence, concluded on a high note, offering valuable insights into the future of the retail market in the GCC region. The event also celebrated and acknowledged key players who have made significant contributions to the […]

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The 13th Saudi Green Building Conference

PR News Desk 04/10/2023

The prestigious 13th Saudi Green Building Forum (SGBF) is set to take place in Riyadh from October 9th to 10th, 2023, under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency, Mr. Majed bin Abdullah Al-Hogail, Minister of Municipal, Rural Affairs, and Housing. As a leading initiative hosted by the Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs, and Housing, the […]

Business GCC Markets Saudi Arabia

Saudi imaging and printing market set to quadruple by 2030

PR News Desk 24/09/2023

Driven by growing consumer demand and a surge in businesses setting up base or relocating to Saudi Arabia in line with Vision 2030, the Saudi imaging market is set to quadruple in size by 2030, according to recent reports, historical sales data, prevailing market trends and local expert insights from Canon Middle East & Turkey. […]

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Saudi Esports Federation and KFC sign 3-year partnership

PR News Desk 11/09/2023

Aim is to push Saudi esports talent onto the global stage September 11, 2023: The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) and Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) have officially unveiled a three-year partnership dedicated to advancing Saudi talent onto the global esports stage, including a groundbreaking initiative for women gamers. The collaboration will introduce a series of events […]

Real Estate GCC NEWS DESK Saudi Arabia

Sherwoods International Property to exhibit at CityScape Riyadh

PR News Desk 10/09/2023

Real estate firm presents top-notch real estate solutions September 10, 2023: Sherwoods International Property, a distinguished name in the real estate industry, is set to make a significant presence at the CityScape exhibition in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, scheduled from September 10-13, 2023. The event promises to be a platform where Sherwoods will showcase a comprehensive

Finance GCC Saudi Arabia Space

Axiom Space gets AED1.2 billion in a Saudi-led funding round

Arnold Pinto 29/08/2023

Axiom Space, the Houston-based space and aerospace company building the world’s first commercial space station in low-Earth orbit (LEO), has secured AED1.2 billion ($350 million) in its latest funding round. With the latest investment round being led by Riyadh-based AlJazira Capital and Seoul-headquartered Boryung and supported by backers that include deep-tech venture

Tech GCC Saudi Arabia

SANS Institute to Empower Saudi Enterprises with SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders Training Course

News Desk 03/08/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 032023 – SANS Institute, the global leader in cyber security training and certifications, announced its upcoming training program SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders 2023, to be held from August 20 – 24, 2023, at the JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh. In an increasingly complex threat landscape, this intensive course is designed to empower […]

Energy GCC Saudi Arabia

SAUDI HUNTS FOR CRITICAL MINERALS IN ENERGY TRANSITION

News Desk 26/07/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 26 July, 2023:  Saudi state mining giant Ma’aden and US-based Ivanhoe Electric have closed a deal to investigate 48,500 sq km of under-explored lands in the Arabian Shield for “critical minerals” that are key to powering the global energy transition. Surveys could begin as soon as September in the new […]

Business GCC Saudi Arabia

GE Hosts Saudi Technology Days, Convening Industry Experts Shaping the Future of Energy

News Desk 21/06/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; June 21, 2023: GE (NYSE: GE), hosted Saudi Technology Days in Riyadh and Dammam, convening experts from the energy sector, including from Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) and Aramco. The discussion covered solutions available to enhance the efficiency, flexibility, reliability, availability, and lifespan of existing power generation assets, and also

Business GCC Saudi Arabia

Saudi Signs expands OOH production capabilities with second Zünd machine

News Desk 27/04/2023

 Jacky’s Business Solutions LLC, one of the leading providers of B2B technology solutions, and its sister company, Cutting Edge Solutions, has delivered and installed a second Zünd Cutter, the Zünd G3 L2500 Digital Cutting System at Saudi Signs Group’s facilities in Jeddah. Created by entrepreneurs and specialists in the out-of-home (OOH) industry in the

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Loeb eases BRX into heat of battle as Saudi driver sets pace in Mexico

News Desk 24/04/2023

Hermosillo, Mexico: 24th April, 2023: The stage has been set for a fascinating battle in the searing desert heat of Mexico as Sébastien Loeb looks to tighten the grip held by Bahrain Raid Xtreme on the World Rally Raid Championship. On Sunday’s 10km prologue which determined the Sonora Rally starting order, Loeb and Fabian Lurquin […]

Tech GCC Saudi Arabia

Monsha’at and Zoho to accelerate SMEs’ digital transformation and e-commerce adoption

News Desk 16/03/2023

Dubai – March 16, 2023 – In line with the national digitalisation agenda under the Saudi Vision 2030, the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at) and Zoho Corp., a leading global technology company, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that aims at supporting 30,000 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Saudi […]

Business GCC Saudi Arabia

Mindware Aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 by Showcasing Multi-digital Technologies at LEAP’ 23

Middle East News 247 07/02/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Mindware, a leading Value-Added Distributor in the Saudi market, announced its participation for the second year at LEAP, the global platform for the most disruptive technology professionals, taking place in Riyadh between 6th  – 9th  February. With digital transformation, cybersecurity, connectivity, data management and AI adoption being a

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BRX duo hit top three on Dakar stage as Al Rajhi takes the honours in Saudi

News Desk 09/01/2023

Lithuanian Vaidotas Zala and Frenchman Guerlain Chicherit secured two top three finishes for Bahrain Raid Xtreme in the Dakar Rally today as Saudi Arabia’s Yazeed Al Rajhi won the seventh stage from Riyadh to Al Duwadimi. Partnered by Portuguese co-driver Paulo Fiuza, Zala was second fastest to Al Rajhi’s Toyota on the day, as Chicherit […]

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Loeb leads Bahrain Raid Xtreme recovery as Al Attiyah builds big Dakar Rally lead

News Desk 06/01/2023

Hail, Saudi Arabia: 6th January, 2023: Sebastien Loeb led another powerful recovery by Bahrain Raid Xtreme in the Dakar Rally today, as Nasser Al Attiyah gained a huge overall lead when his three closest rivals were removed from contention. Loeb and Fabian Lurquin in their BRX Prodrive Hunter set the second fastest time on the […]