Spring is in the air and STARZPLAY is making sure that MENA viewers enjoy the beautiful weather with the perfect dose of entertainment. Sit back and relax with your loved ones and enjoy a month of exceptional entertainment with MENA region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service. From exclusive shows to exciting dramas, laugh […]

The Arab Women Authority announced today that Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, is the recipient of its First Arab Lady of the Year award. The award recognises the role she has played in the resurgence of Dubai’s cultural and creative sector and her […]

Today on International Women’s Day, the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) launched its latest Women in Diplomacy Index for 2021. Following the launch, the academy also hosted a panel discussion on the topic of gender equality in foreign policy and the diplomatic corps. First published in 2018, the Women in Diplomacy Index seeks to track […]

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To commemorate women for their resilience and achievements and their incredible contribution in building a sustainable world, VFS Global operations at the Al Hada Visa Application Centre in Riyadh was managed by all-female staff on the International Women’s Day. As part of the unique initiative, a women-only team handled visa applications for 28 countries including, […]

Michelin, Schneider Electric and Suez, three major international companies with a strong local footprint, came together for International Women’s Day to host a series of virtual panels that sought to holistically address the issue of gender equality in business and industry. Over a dozen panelists addressed issues as diverse as resilience in challenging times, breaking […]

In a survey conducted last year, it was noted that 73% of global millennials prefer a metal card over a plastic one. To support financial institutions in delivering the premium payment experience demanded by this demographic, IDEMIA is proud to introduce its Smart Metal Art offering. The Smart Metal Art range offers contactless capabilities on […]

In a bid to tackle the career progression challenges faced by women in the PR sector, PRCA MENA and Global Women in PR MENA have co-launched Taa Marbouta — a unique, women-to-women mentorship programme and campaign. The programme, which is free for all aspiring PR women, has been designed to not only support young women […]

Today, Cadillac is celebrating International Women’s Day by putting the spotlight on the women behind the next-generation 2021 Escalade. There’s a saying ‘behind every icon there’s an iconic woman” and this couldn’t be truer for Cadillac’s top female designers who were responsible for updating this modern classic and making it today’s new king of luxury […]

GHM has announced plans to open a new luxury resort, composed of 59 rooms and suites as well as 32 chalets and villas at Katara Cultural Village in Qatar’s capital city, Doha. Developed by the Qatari real estate consortium, Triple A in partnership with Katara Cultural Village, The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort, Doha, Qatar […]

The Emirates Talent Association and the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University recently concluded the first stage of the ‘Emirati Explorer’ program, a major initiative which holds great importance aimed at developing a generation of Emiratis equipped with scientific knowledge and creative skills in the fields of advanced science, technology, and space. Twenty-eight male and female […]

Iran’s top Para archer Zahra Nemati embraces the mindset of Never Giving Up. She believes in her dreams and urges women in Iran and globally to never forget their dreams and to have a hope for future. “The most important thing is you need to have a goal and you should dream to achieve it. […]

Its International Women’s Day and STARZPLAY, MENA region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, has introduced an exclusive category that celebrates womanhood and features incredible female performances. Get ready to cry, laugh and feel proud with these solid fictional and real-life characters which are truly inspirational! Here’s a look at a mix of titles […]

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Today Amazon.ae announced that it continues to grow its product selection for customers in the UAE through the Amazon Global Store, adding almost 15 million new items shipped directly from Amazon UK. Easily accessible on Amazon.ae and already boasting millions of international items from Amazon US, the Amazon Global Store now provides customers in the […]

The Asian Business Leadership Forum (ABLF), Asia’s most influential leadership platform, has announced the third ABLF TALKS LIVE Virtual Conclave of 2021 to be held on March 9 2021. The event will convene leaders and experts from across the world to talk about the need to push for grassroots changes in order to bring about […]

The Expo Centre Sharjah has unveiled its impressive events calendar for the year 2021, including 43 specialized and diverse exhibitions, of which 13 at Expo Khor Fakkan and 8 at Expo Al Dhaid, reflecting the tremendous role the Centre along with its branches plays in organizing and hosting several local, regional, and international events, thanks […]

The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown life into a pit stop, but it hasn’t decided to bring everything to a stop. Whereas the coronavirus has had disastrous health, social, and economic consequences, we are privileged that innovation has progressed so far which we can still communicate and collaborate, virtually. While some were slow to adjust to the […]

Manufacturers seeking to leverage new digital technologies to transform their businesses can turn to Emerson’s new Digital Maturity Quick Index to self-assess their operations and identify opportunities that deliver the highest potential return on investment. Global technology and software company Emerson (NYSE:EMR) has created a new, free online tool that builds upon several well-established maturity […]

The Public Relations industry in the Middle East must reskill and upgrade its competencies to embrace the fast-growing trend of environmental, social and governance (ESG) communications, observed the opening panel discussion of the fourth annual PRovoke MENA Summit. Under the theme, ‘A New Middle East Narrative: A Manifesto for Change in PR,’ the discussion, moderated […]

Downhole technology developer and manufacturer Omega Well Intervention and global well intervention company Wellpro Group, have announced a strategic alliance to deliver downhole tools to the Middle East and North African (MENA) market, led by senior management teams with decades of well intervention expertise. The agreement will see Wellpro Group managing the deployment of Omega […]

With a shared business passion for customer convenience, CAFU, the Middle East’s first and only on-demand car service reveals the ‘next gen’ of connected car technology services with the Middle East’s first and largest self-drive mobility company, ekar. Aligned to CAFU’s long-term strategic plan, the partnership with ekar forms the first step towards a range […]

Omar Sayed Shaaban, a 21-year young swimmerfromIsmailia, Egypt has set the world record for the Highest jump out of water wearing a monofin, recording an impressive 2.30 m jump, ending a 9-year monopoly on the record. The Civil Engineering student followed steps of fellow Egyptian, Soliman Sayed, from the same city of Ismailia along with […]

The Flying Spur W12has been recognised in MotorWeek’s 2021 Drivers’ Choice Awards as the Best Dream Machine. Since 1981, MotorWeek judges the best in the automotive industry, looking at the buyer’s point of view and considering industry trends while looking towards the most innovative cars in the industry. MotorWeek is the longest running automotive show […]

Cityscape Global organiser Informa Markets has unveiled an exciting new format for Cityscape Global 2021. This meeting of minds for the real estate industry is made up of a series of virtual investor intelligence summits, online seminars and digital networking, in the months before and after the 20th edition of the flagship live, in-person event […]

The Maritime Standard will host the fourteenth in its series, Covid 19: A Leadership Perspective webinar, on Wednesday March 10th at 12:30 pm UAE time (8:30 am GMT; 2:00 pm IST). On this occasion the focus will be on marine insurance, with panellists discussing and debating how the pandemic has reshaped the shipping industry’s risk […]

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Recent hospitality industry reports and analysis published by STR and Colliers International, have revealed that hotels in the UAE have put up a sterling performance, given the challenges of operating during the pandemic last year. To support the hotel industry still further during the vaccine rollout, Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which will take place in-person at […]

SANS Institute, the global leader in cyber security training and certifications, announced its upcoming live online training program titled the ‘Gulf Region Spring 2021’ to be held from March 13-18th, 2021. The program will include courses on security and incident response and forensics. “The Middle East continues to be targeted by both global and regional […]

In a milestone moment for the global sports and entertainment broadcaster, beIN MEDIA GROUP has announced a host of upgraded packages for its millions of subscribers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA); combining brand new content and family favourites to suit every viewer’s needs – as well as an exciting facelift to the […]

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The buy now, pay later trend has taken off around the globe. Over the past few years, companies like Afterpay in Australia have let shoppers take home the products they can’t afford to pay all at once. These services are growing in popularity, especially among millennials, who tend not to own credit cards. Meanwhile, retailers benefit […]

In celebration of International Women’s Day, OSN has announced that it will be launching its first-ever content line up dedicated to women in the region. Launching on Monday 8th March to mark the occasion, the ‘OSN Woman’content offering will be available as a standalone channel through any OSN box as we well as on demand […]

Gulf Capital, a leading growth markets alternative investment firm, has announced today the successful and full exit of its investment in ECDC, a leading oil & gas drilling and production services provider in the Middle East and Africa. The company is part of ADES Investments Holding Ltd. which is the major shareholder in ADES International, […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated disruptions in the GCC’s construction industry, creating a mix of opportunities and headwinds. Many of these changes –such as industrialization and digitalisation– were already taking place. To navigate the ‘new normal’, the region’s construction ecosystem needs to make strategic business decisions. Leading regional design-build contractor AMANA is showing the way […]

WarnerMedia has partnered with OSN to launch a new pop-up channel on the 25th of February dedicated exclusively to Adult Swim, the #1 destination for young adults in the U.S.A.. Adult Swim’s diverse slate– including global hit original series Rick and Morty, Robot Chicken, Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal, Samurai Jack, and more – has been streaming on VOD […]

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Early 2021 construction sector recruitment activity shows strong signs of confidence, according to the founder of an industry-specific artificial intelligence-driven job matching platform. Marcus Taylor, CEO and founder of FifthEdge, reports that while there are encouraging signs of recovery in Abu Dhabi and Qatar, over 80 per cent of recruitment activity remains within the Saudi […]

Mashreq Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, has once again achieved an important milestone by being recognized as a Market Leader for its best in class transactional banking services by Euromoney. The bank received a host of recognitions by the leading industry publication in its two recent surveys that includes the […]

A new survey by Bayt.com, the Middle East’s #1 job site,revealed that freelancers across the region are now experiencing a surge in demand. The 2021Freelancing in the MENA survey aimed to gather opinions from the increasing number of skilled workers who are jumping on the freelance bandwagon. The biggest motivations for taking up freelance work include […]

The fourth-generation Kia Carnival arrives in markets within the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Customers can learn more about the brand’s next generation flagship SUV, which has captured the attention of customers of the MEA region since its unveiling in 2020. The new Carnival is designed to appeal to progressive young families through its leading […]

The statement-making 2022 INFINITI QX55 crossover coupe isn’t done talking yet as INFINITI announces standard and optional equipment for its newest provocative crossover. Offered in three well-equipped grades — LUXE, ESSENTIAL, and SENSORY — the all-new 2022 QX55 steals the scene with standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, 20-inch wheels, Apple CarPlay compatibility, and class-leading cargo capacity. […]

If you are a wildlife fan fascinated by the majestic world of animals and nature, make sure you tune into STARZPLAY, the leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, and enjoy the very best of nature documentaries.Inspiring,thought-provoking yet entertaining,these documentaries beautifully capture the essence of the wild and our fascinating planet. […]

Hosted Buyer registration for the upcoming fully virtual Africa Travel Week (ATW), comprising World Travel Market Africa (WTMA) and International Luxury Travel Market Africa (ILTMA) has officially gone live – the first important step in hosting this much-needed platform connecting tourism industry professionals from Africa with the rest of the world. Hosted Buyers have responded […]

Retail Leaders Circle, the preeminent global platform for expert-led debate between policymakers, industry CEOs, and key opinion leaders, has announced the dates for the 7th Retail Leaders Circle MENA Summit. In a ground-breaking extension of its mandate to create opportunities for deep dialogue and collaboration, the 2021 Retail Leaders Circle MENA Summit will occur in […]

Gulfood 2021 has unearthed “incredible” business potential for F&B companies from Mexico, according to the organisers of the North American country pavilion at the most competitive global sourcing platform and first in-person F&B event in the past 12 months, which runs at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) until Thursday 25 February. The five-day event has […]

The Dubai chapter of The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE)announced its official participation in the TiE-University Global Pitchfest, a world-wide initiative dedicated to empowering aspiring student entrepreneurs across the globe. Through the TiE-University Global Pitchfestinitiative, TiE Dubai aims to provide ambitious students in the UAE and the across the Arab world with a boost in their entrepreneurial […]

Volkswagen Middle East boldest and most robust vehicle has received a facelift. The new 2021 seven-seater Teramont has been tweaked for an all-new look. The Teramont is popular in the region for its functionality, safety, and connectivity. The Teramont is the embodiment of quality for its class segment using renowned German engineering. Its high suitability […]

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In conjunction with the celebrations across UAE of the success of the historical and pivotal Mars mission, and the Hope Probe entering the red planet’s orbit, “Green Yard Properties Development” celebrated with its employees this new milestone that culminated the first 50 years since the foundation of the country with an unprecedented historical and scientific […]

OSN, the region’s leading entertainment hub, announced today that it will be airing the highly anticipated and controversial documentary The Weekly: Special Edition, Framing Britney Spears. The 74-minute production will be available exclusively to OSN subscribers on the OSN streaming app. The documentary film has been creating waves both online and offline, trending on social media […]

Globally renowned lifestyle and entertainment brand MDLBEAST is continuing to develop as it launches a brand new record label that will become the exciting new home for musical talent across the Arab region. The first release is a carefully curated showcase album of forward thinking music from global superstars named Soundstorm Volume 1 as a nod to the brand’s […]

Gulf Capital, a leading growth markets alternative investment firm, today announced that it has successfully completed the sale of its 70% stake in TurknetIletisimHizmetleri A.S. (“Turknet” or the “Company”), the leading alternative internet service provider in Turkey, to a consortium of buyers including the incumbent Celebiler Family and Re-Pie PortfoyYonetimi A.S. (“Re-pie”). The sale generated […]

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SIGN4L, a dynamic provider of agile and adaptive electronic warfare and intelligence (EW&I) solutions, today launched two state-of-the-art solutions that are set to offer a tactical advantage in the missions of tomorrow. V-Protect, a radio frequency (RF) communication jamming system, and NavControl-G, a specialised counter-drone capability, are well positioned to become game-changers in shaping favourable […]

Chevrolet announced today that an all-new compact SUV will be joining its award-winning line-up in the Middle East this year. Introducing, the Chevrolet Groove. Set to arrive in the region in the fourth quarter of 2021, the all-new Chevrolet Groove builds on the success of the recently launched Captiva, which took the region by storm […]

Kia Corporation has showcased two light tactical defense vehicle concepts at the 2021International Defense Exhibition & Conference (IDEX) in the UAE, the largest international defense exhibition in the Middle East and Africa. Kia has been supplying its light tactical vehicles to the South Korean army since 2016, becoming the standard-bearer for vehicle quality in the […]

ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ’21 Ways To Generate Leads Using LinkedIn In 2021’ on Wednesday, 24 February 2021 at 11 am UAE Time. The webinar is presented by Mumbai based, Neeraj Shah – Founder & CEO, Titan Mastermindz LLP. In this dynamic 60-minute free-to-attend webinar, participants will discover how to generate […]

Gulfood 2021, the unmissable, first in-person global F&B event in almost a year, will deliver a complete range of business opportunities when it opens tomorrow, (21 February) at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC),to 2,500 international food power brands demonstrating new-to-market innovations to capitalise on accelerated shifts in consumer patterns. The safest and most competitive global […]

DP World, UAE Region, the leading smart trade enabler and its flagship trade and logistics hub, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) are set to participate in Gulfood 2021, scheduled to take place from 21-25 February at Dubai World Trade Centre. The entities will shed light on their wide range of incentives and the enhanced F&B […]

The iconic Innovation Arabia event is launching its 14th edition this year virtually under the theme “Innovation Everywhere”. The event is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and President of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), and is being held from the […]

After the success of last year’s virtual Study Abroad Expo, IDP Education, the leading international education services provider in the UAE, announces new dates for the virtual Study Abroad Expo 2021, which will be held on the 5th and 6th of March 2021 from 10am until 8pm UAE time. The Study Abroad Expo, hosted by […]

Africa Digital Finance Summit’s inaugural event themed “Decentralized finance, our pathway to financial freedom” will bring together regulators, African central banks, businesses, known crypto whales, and decision-makers across the world, to rethink the development trajectory of Africa’s finance ecosystem. This year’s conference will put a spotlight on Blockchain’s continued transformation from hype to the mainstream. A […]

Feeling into Experience If there is one thing I have long-since known, it is you cannot know the future. So, when I read the book Edgewalkers; People and Organizations that Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground and saw Dr. Judi Neal had named Sensing the Future as one of the five Edgewalker Skills, I […]

STARZPLAY, the region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, is now the region’s home of anime, with over one thousand episodes of anime content brought to its subscribers by TV TOKYO Corporation. The multi-year agreement with one of the world’s largest Japanese anime providers opens doors for STARZPLAY to offer this highly popular entertainment […]

OSN, the home to the greatest series, welcomes the month of February with new and exclusive series filled with exciting drama, hilarious comedy, thrilling action and much more on OSN Series First and as catch up on the OSN streaming app and On-Demand. Both Arabic and English audiences are spoilt for choice with OSN’s wide […]

Middle Eastern visual artist Zartosht Rahimi launches a new art piece today entitled “New Imaginary Map.” “COVID-19 pandemic has made me realize how small and vulnerable our world is and I want to express it through this new piece.” said Zartosht Rahimi. The 300x210cm acrylic on cardboard painting consists of nine smaller parts is a […]

The Dubai Week in Africa virtual trade summit kicked off on Monday with thousands of business people, policy makers and media from around the word attending the online event which was graced by opening remarks from Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and […]

Big Farm Brothers has today announced the launch of 100% toxin-free, earth derived natural products in the UAE. All the 54 new products launched across multiple categories are authentic and certified organic and come in biodegradable packaging in-line with the company motto of reducing carbon footprints. Headquartered in Dubai, the organization works directly with farmer’s […]

Gulf Capital, a leading growth markets alternative investment firm, today announced that it has formally joined HRH The Prince of Wales’ Terra Carta, which provides a roadmap for businesses to move towards a sustainable future by 2030. Gulf Capital has become the first firm from the Middle East and Africa to join the charter and […]

In correlation with this year’s theme for International Women’s Day – “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world,” NRTC Fresh aims to contribute to this goal by giving a month supply of fresh fruits and vegetables to three small female-owned F&B entrepreneurs across the UAE. This initiative encourages UAE residents to […]

HeTH Data Centers, a Canada-based crypto mining pool, today announced the purchase and immediate hashing of 1640 next-generation Innosilicon A10 Pro 7G Ethash Miners, which boast an operating hash power of 1.23 Terahash per second. Other additions include 1800 GPU-based mining rigs, which are a mixture of AMD Radeon RX 5600-XT and RX5700-XT, along with […]

There’s plenty more to watch this February on STARZPLAY. The leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region is giving you a chance to watch premium entertainment, exclusive series, and great movies as well asArabic and Anime series. With a stellar entertaining line-up for the whole family, you now have the perfect […]

Expo 2020 Dubai continues its pre-event programme with “Expo Talks: Travel and Connectivity”, a series of panel discussions and talks exploring digital connectivity as a universal human right and connectivity across key sectors such as mobility, transport and logistics, governance, and education and travel. Live-streamed on 16th February, this digital event will spotlight topics such […]

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Zbooni, MENA’s leading digital enabler for SMEs, has signed a formal agreement with Female Fusion Network, the UAE’s largest and most engaged community for women in business. The partnership will help strengthen support for women entrepreneurs by giving them access to research and insight from Zbooni’s data analytics team, training and events, and advice towards […]

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, announces its participation atGulfood 2021 with two pavilions spanning across the Hall Sheikh Saeed – World Food Stand (S1-M17) and the Hall 3 Dairy (Stand F1-19) from the 21st to the 25th of February at Dubai World Trade.  For this exclusive event, “Taste France” pavilions will […]

Impressive credentials and a vast experience in the maritime industry have underlined the achievements of Effat Mostafa, Executive Director at Tactics Creative Communication and Managing Editor of Marasi News. Owing to her many accomplishments, Mostafa was recently named among the 100 Most Powerful Arabs under 40 by Arabian Business. With over 9 years of experience […]

Al Tayer Motors, the official Ferrari importer in the UAE, has begun the year on a winning note picking up two awards, including the prestigious ‘Best Ferrari Importer 2020’ and the ‘Best Showroom Experience 2020’. The UAE dealership won both awards for the second consecutive year among all dealers in the Middle East region. Speaking […]

Airbus will showcase a wide range of cutting-edge technologies, capabilities and solutions from Airbus Defence and Space and Airbus Helicopters at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) 2021. The event is set to take place at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 21 – 25 February and is held under the patronage of […]

OSN, the Middle East’s leading entertainment hub, has announced the launch of the latest of its original productions; a captivating psycho-thriller drama series Kayd Majhool(Anonymous)which will debut on theOSN Ya Hala Al Oula and OSN Streaming App on March 18. The star-studded series features Basel Khayat and Abdelmonem Amayri in intense roles and marks the […]

Awards season is back! In the run up to the 78th Golden Globes taking place this month, FOX Movies, FOX Action Movies and STAR Movies are joining forces to air a movie marathon every weekend of the month featuring many of Hollywood’s best award-winning films of all-time. Until February 27, three award-winning films will air: […]

2020 has seen SALAMA achieve excellent progress in its business objectives. In particular, the Company has executed strongly on improving core business profitability and investment income, with the results that net profit for 2020 more than doubled to AED 136.13m (2019: AED 59.82m). At an operating level, during 2020, SALAMA has successfully focused on the […]

ALEC, one of the UAE’s most diversified construction groups has identified what it believes to be the key trends expected to drive the industry during the year ahead. Commenting on the topic, ALEC CEO, Kez Taylor, said: “While the pandemic has clearly caused many industries around the world to change tack, the prevailing construction trends […]

Dubai Islamic Insurance & Reinsurance Company PJSC (Aman), the pioneering UAE Takaful Insurance provider, has announced its preliminary financial results for the year ending 31 December 2020. Aman reported a net profit attributable to shareholders of AED 19 million, an increase of 117% over 2019’s net profit of AED 8.7 million. The strong results demonstrate […]

A new achievement in the fields of tolerance and peace has been recorded for the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace, the publication of its first book, entitled ”Paths to a Culture of Tolerance and Peace”. The President of the Global Council for Tolerance and Peace, Ahmed Al Jarwan, stated that this book, which is […]

Many companies challenged themselves whether it was feasible to provide a remote work experience as the only realistic alternative. Some are proposing convenient remote working opportunities as companies continue to develop post-pandemic environments. It creates a hybrid atmosphere, with certain office workers and some others working from home. A dynamic environment is bound to influence […]

The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) has confirmed its participation in the 26th edition of the Gulfood 2021 Exhibition which will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre, from 21st to 25th February, through which the Zone will highlight the numerous incentives and benefits provided to investors and companies and its pivotal role as main […]

Waha Capital PJSC, a leading investment company in Abu Dhabi (ADX: WAHA), today announced net profit of AED231 million, compared to a loss of AED616 million in 2019. In a statement today on its audited financial results for 2020, the company said that consolidated operating income amounted to AED662.2 million, compared to AED 4.8 million […]

kicked off with a smashing start with the much-awaited bout between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier, where the former suffered defeat at UFC 257. The action however continues and there is plenty more. Action thirsty UFC fans who have been enjoying the fights, gear up for more sizzling MMA action with more fights in the […]

The Second ABLF Talks Live Virtual Conclave of 2021 which were held on February 9 at the cutting edge virtual venue, the ABLF City, developed by SMART IEDEA. This month, the conclave boasts of a stellar line-up of speakers from around the globe including Vice President of the Republic of Philippines, Hon. Maria Leonor G […]

The joint organisers of MRO Middle East &Aircraft Interiors Middle East (AIME), Aviation Week Network/Informa and Tarsus Group, today announced new dates for the region’s premier Interiors, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaulexhibition, that will now take place from 15th – 16th June 2021 at DWTC, Dubai. The exhibition, initially planned for March this year, was postponed to […]

Leading PR and marketing agency, TishTash has relaunched its talent division with an exclusive focus on representing women across media, entrepreneurship and industry. ‘Unapologetically female’ – TishTash is the female owned and female run, market leading boutique communications agency specialising in beauty, health and wellness, with little sister TishTash Tots dominating the kids/family focused sector. […]

Kia’s flagship SUV, the all-new Sorento, has made a strong start to the year, being named ‘Large SUV of the Year’ at the 2021 What Car? Car of the Year Awards. Up against worthy competition in the Large SUV category, the What Car? judging panel chose the Sorento for its impressive fuel economy, driving dynamics, […]

Irish fintech firms who are leading the charge with innovation in fintech globally, are increasingly looking to the Middle East to invest in and expand their services to. One such firm, internationally leading Global Shares has boosted its investment in the region and opened an office in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh. The company – which […]

LVL, formerly Switch & Co., the UAE, home grown, wellbeing company, announces a series of insight led campaigns on key wellness dates throughout 2021. The LVL Togetherness Series will support corporate clients to engage their staff and tackle the growing issue of employee wellbeing, together. The series will roll out on the brand new LVL […]

World No 1 and 2020 Masters Champion Dustin Johnson sits atop the leader board after a third round 66 placed him at 13 under par and two clear of France’s Victor Perez who sits in solo second. Johnson, who won the inaugural Saudi International powered by Softbank Investment Advisers in 2019 and finished runner up […]

AFRICAZINE, one of the most widespread websites in the African continent has published a detailed report on the historic mission of the Hope probe as part of the Emirates Mars Mission (the Hope Probe) to reach Mars. The report confirmed that the Hope Probe, developed by Emirati minds to carry out the first Arab Mars […]

For the effectiveness of the enhanced consumer plan, DX is essential. They are eventually enhancing the cumulative CX by increasing the multimedia platforms. They have to continuously gather consumer reviews through the digital world to maximize the DX. Locating customer engagement data helps us to understand where friction points exist on the customer path so […]

Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices, today has announced a major milestone to strengthen the participation and leadership of women in the field of sustainability in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with the launch of the EmiratesGBC Women’s […]

“Denali” is the highest mountain peak in North America. And, with mountain-high standards, in the Automotive world, “Denali” has represented the pinnacle of GMC’s premium design, authentic materials and extensive expertise, for over 20 years. While all GMC vehicles bring a premium driving journey, the Denali trim offers a first-class experience. And then, there is […]

The World Logistics Passport (WLP), a major policy initiative established to increase trading opportunities between emerging markets, announces India, Indonesia and South Africa as members. They join Colombia, Senegal, Kazakhstan, Brazil, Uruguay and the UAE in a club of trading nations sharing expertise to smooth trade flows around the world. The WLP creates opportunities for […]

The Middle East is still learning from established markets how new digital technology can transform the banking industry, where clear data regulations is a must, according to the newly-appointed Managing Director at GELLIFY Middle East Enrique Ortega. GELLIFY Middle East is seeking improved data regulations and is pressing for education to tackle the current challenges […]

Aafaq Islamic Finance, the leading financial institution, offering Shariah-compliant financial products and products across the UAE and the Region, has announced the launch of a new Platinum Credit Card titled ‘Journey of Hope’ in recognition with the UAE’s landmark space mission The Hope Probe. As a leading UAE-based Shari’a compliant financial institution, Aafaq is the […]

STARZPLAY, the region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, received its first independent debt financing in the region of US$25 million (approx. AED 92 million) from Abu Dhabi based Ruya Partners. The funds, secured on the basis of STARZPLAY’s financial strength and performance, will be used towards further strengthening STARZPLAY’s geographic and customer reach, […]

In what has been a rollercoaster year for financial markets, Invesco looks ahead to 2021 with a more optimistic outlook against a backdrop of positive COVID-19 vaccine news and continued support of central bank policy easing. “Fixed income plays an important role in Middle East sovereigns’ portfolios as part of a diversified investment strategy,” said […]

Gripping storylines, cliff-hangers, tales of romance and suspense fill OSN’s line up of Arabic, Turkish and Russian dubbed content this month on OSN Ya Hala Al Oula and OSN Yahala Cinema channels. The list of newly released content includes four captivating stories exclusive to OSN, such as the independent Egyptian movie and OSN Original production Hazer […]

Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has signed deal with Singapore Tourism Board (STB) Middle East to reimagine travel in Singapore and invite travelers from the GCC to visit the country once the borders are fully open. As countries are reopening their borders and aim to vaccinate […]

A new survey conducted by Bayt.com – the Middle East’s #1 job site – and YouGov – global online market research company – entitled Working Women in the MENA, revealed that financial independence (55%) is a key reason women enter the workforce in the Middle East. Economic and social factors have continued to alter the […]

Islamic Arab Insurance Company (“SALAMA”), the UAE’s largest Shari’ah compliant Takaful solutions provider, today announced that it has been awarded Takaful Specialist of the Year at the MENA Insurance Review Awards (MENAIR) 2021, held virtually on 27 January 2021. The award recognizes SALAMA’s market-leading Islamic insurance solutions and the high standards of customer service for […]

Despite a challenging year that brought unprecedented events, Lincoln Middle East achieved a significant 11.7% sales growth in 2020, and closed off a strong fourth quarter that outperformed 2019 by a staggering 16%. Attaining new heights, July and September led 2020’s sales increase, setting a new sales record for the brand in the region since […]

This February, OSN Movies First is offering a content line-up like no other including a host of mega blockbuster hits. From the two-time Oscar winning,‘Once Upon A Time…In Hollywood’ and the must-see period drama,‘Emma’ which will also be available on the OSN streaming app, to the hilarious‘The Angry Birds Movie 2’, OSN truly has the […]

Schneider Electric has rolled out plans to offer a majority of its employees flexible working hours and a choice to work remotely from home for two days each week. The company has adopted a series of changes, including a hybrid working model, following employee feedback in the company’s global employee survey which highlighted the benefits […]

As part of its vision to support the breakbulk and project cargo industry, Breakbulk Middle East (BBME), the GCC’s leading breakbulk and project cargo event, held under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, is scheduled to take place digitally this year. Titled Breakbulk Middle East Digital Special, the new version of […]

An integral aspect of the in-store journey is customer support. Whether your workers represent clients can scare buyers aside and watch them never reconsider, or it can boost the quality of shopping and inspire visitors to purchase more. With preparation, strong customer service arrives, but there are a couple more forms you can support your […]

The use of ETFs by insurers has grown both in terms of assets and portfolio applications in recent years, and more plan to increase their allocations in the years to come, according to Invesco. “Contrary to the view that insurers might not need the benefits traditionally put forward by ETFs and therefore rarely use them […]

Middle East-based globally renowned luxury fashion brand BEHNOODE set to launch its first-ever Androgynous Collection at Arab Fashion Week on Friday, January 29th at 8:15 PM (Dubai time). The capsule collection titled Masculine Femininity is the brand’s bravest and boldest collection to date, and designed to avoid creating a distinction between masculine and feminine physical […]

Huawei remains committed to presenting its customers with a distinctive range of news apps via the HUAWEI AppGallery – the third largest app store in the world, with more than 500 million monthly active users across the world. Most notable of these apps is the Mowjaz app by Mawdoo3 – a major regional online Arabic […]

Social networking applications have made it slightly smoother for us to thrive in 2020. Although we were far separated, it held us and our dear ones close. We tried virtual cooking, listened to music along with everyone’s buddies through Zoom talks, and sometimes even celebrated digital family gatherings like birthday parties, wedding announcements etc. We have no […]

In partnership with the Brazilian Food Industry Association (Abia), Arab-Brazilian Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) has announced that its first webinar for 2021will tackle the Arab region’s food security strategies and related opportunities for Brazilian food industry companies. The online event titled ‘Food security challenges and market opportunities for Brazil’s food industry in the Arab countries’ […]

Breakbulk Middle East (BBME), the GCC’s leading breakbulk and project cargo event, held under the patronage of The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, will be presented digitally this year. Titled Breakbulk Middle East Digital Special, the new version of the much-awaited event, will take place on February 9-10, 2021. The next in-person event is […]

The latest data analysis produced by YouGov for Reed Exhibitions, the organiser of Arabian Travel Market (ATM),has revealed that 46% of luxury travellers in the Middle East, are planning to travel internationally at some stage during 2021. The survey also asked the same recipients if they were planning to take a domestic holiday or staycation […]

Technology changes quick, and web architecture patterns are the same. Plan components and site includes that were once current and creative may have gotten drained, exaggerated, and old hat as of late. The exact opposite thing you need as individuals show up at your webpage is to lose change because your site looks obsolete or […]

Last year in September, history was made as a peace deal was brokered involving the UAE and Israel. Known as The Abraham Accords, the new treaty represents a significant geopolitical statement, which economic experts predict could result in USD 4 billion of worth of additional trade. The new relationship includesa USD 3 billion investment fund […]

At the point when customers are cheerful, they aren’t modest about telling the world. In ongoing overviews, a fourth of customers said that they would educate more than 10 individuals concerning a positive cooperation they’d had with a brand. Further, 30% of customers would post about their positive encounters via online media. (1) Given their […]

Lumen At Work, an award-winning lighting solutions expert, reports exceptional results during the pandemic. Applying business agility to the challenges posed by covid-19, Lumen At Work has recorded a 25% increase in turnover. It sharpened its marketing strategy with a new website and catalogue during the lockdown, and pivoted its offering to meet the new […]

UAE based multi-business conglomerate Ghassan Aboud Group joins forces with OK TRUCKS and announces adding the OK TRUCKS pre-owned to their current IVECO new trucks portfolio. For Ghassan Aboud Cars (GAC) being named distributors in the UAE is of strategic importance, as it allows GAC to represent one of the market leaders in manufacturing and […]

Treating loved ones to a candlelit dinner, mouth-watering chocolates and red roses are just a few ways to say I love you this Valentine’s Day. However, nothing quite beats celebrating the most romantic day of the year like snuggling up with a blanket in the comfort of your own home and binge-watching romantic movies. AndOSN […]

As the airline that flies to the most international destinations in the world, Turkish Airlines also managed to become one of the busiest airlines during the pandemic period that has been plaguing the globe since last year. With its extra guidelines for safe travel and comprehensive hygiene precautions due to pandemic, the flag carrier airline […]

Masdar and HSBC have launched an exclusive four-part virtual boardroom series for executives leading urban developments in Latin America (LATAM), Middle East, North Africa and Turkey (MENAT), Asia-Pacific ASP and North America. The first session of the invite-only series took place during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2021, the global platform for accelerating sustainable development, hosted […]

Brand loyalty is characterized as a customer’s favoritism through one business or commodity above others, it can seriously affect a brand. It improves in-store sales, page reviews, word-of-mouth referrals, and client leads acquisition. You have to communicate with them in positive ways if you want consumers to continue to return to your company. The best […]

VOX Cinemas, the dedicated cinema arm of Majid Al Futtaim, has reported more than 90,000 ticket sales for Indian title Master on its opening weekend, giving the local box office a welcome boost. Advance ticket sales for the Thalapathy Vijay movie exceeded 47,000 at VOX Cinemas across the region, which is more than his previous […]

REHLATY by dnata Travel, the unique travel brand designed by Emiratis for the Emirati traveller, is revealing its most popular travel destination in 2020 as the island nation of the Maldives – with its tailor-made private island resort itineraries proving a success with the local market. REHLATY, part of the dnata Travel Group, launched in 2019 […]

Emirates Amateur Golf League (EAGL), a first-of-its-kind franchise-owned amateur league tournament in the world, has been launched in the UAE. Conceptualized by Mr Sudesh Aggarwal, a prominent Dubai-based businessman who is a passionate golfer himself, the EAGL will feature eight teams in a round-robin team format, followed by semi-finals and finals. The fixtures for the […]

Google Analytics input the data and essential analysis methods for search engine optimization (SEO) and advertising purposes as a free online analytics application. For those with a Google account, the program is accessible. Over years, Google Analytics consumers have mastered how to find ways to improve sales. GA is used by other smart people to […]

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), the global platform for accelerating sustainable development, hosted by Masdar, will be held from 18 to 21 January 2021 and reimagined virtually. ADSW 2021 will feature a series of high-level virtual events, including the ADSW Summit, IRENA Assembly, Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum, Atlantic Council Global Energy Forum, Youth 4 Sustainability Virtual […]

Rani,Aujan Coca-Cola Beverages Company’s first homegrown beverage brand,launches 100% juice for the first time in SIG’scombiblocMinicarton packs, 200ml and 125ml. The company is leveraging the flexibility of SIG machines to fill a wide range of 100% juices in multiple volume sizes on oneSIG filling machine CFA 124. Rani will fill orange, apple and mango juices […]

UAE-headquartered hospitality company TIME Hotels has underscored its commitment to staff welfare and dedication to positively supporting local communities with the launch of the group’s 2021 CSR calendar. The campaign, which is based around the four pillars of workplace, marketplace community and environment, has been a mainstay of TIME Hotels’ commitment to improving others’ lives and forms […]

Al-Futtaim Lexus, the exclusive distributor of Lexus in the UAE, is ramping up its customer approach in order to cater to new behavioural norms and higher expectations from automotive customers in 2021. The global pandemic and lockdown in 2020catalysed an evolution in consumer behaviour as consumers adjusted to a new contactless way of living and […]

Agthia Group PJSC, a leading UAE-based food and beverages company, today announced that its Board of Directors approved a strategic acquisition of a majority stake in Nabil Foods, one of the leading regional producers of frozen and chilled processed protein products distributed in more than 20 local and international markets. Nabil Foods has a processing […]

The legendary and multi-award-winning 2.5 liter TFSI engine is the core of the high-performance SUV coupé. In combination with the quattro permanent all-wheel drive, it offers pure driving pleasure. The sport compact coupé offers outstanding performance, athletic design and maximum everyday usability. The RS Q3 Sportback is now available in the Audi showrooms in Dubai, […]

“The decisions we make today will shape the world you will live in tomorrow,” said His Excellency Eng. Awaidha Murshed Al Marar, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE), in his keynote speech addressing the Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Virtual Forumduring Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2021. Taking place in the UAE capital from […]

JLL, one of the world’s leading real estate investment and advisory firms, has shared insights on the property trends expected to drive Middle East’s real estate industry in 2021 at its annual outlook event hosted virtually in Dubai. At the virtual event, Dana Salbak, Head of Research at JLL MENA provided an overview of critical […]

With today marking National Winnie The Pooh Dayandthe honey-loving teddy bear’s 100th birthday celebrated later this year,the whole family is invited to spend a week with Winnie the Pooh & Friends on FOX Family Movies, from 17th-24thJanuary at 6pm UAE Time / 5pm KSA Time. Ever since its creation as a cuddly, honey-loving bear, Winnie […]

Fahad Badar, the Qatari high-altitude climber, adventure seeker and banking executive leader, keeps challenging himself after every mountaineering expedition. Fahad Badar has yet again chosen a tough summit to achieve the mean feat: Ama Dablam, located in Nepal. Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, he was ready to begin the journey with all the required precautions and […]

Hotels throughout the Middle East region are preparing to capitalise on the pent-up global demand for workations, driven in the main by the social restrictions imposed by governments across the world over the past ten months. According to research conducted as well as commissioned byReed Travel Exhibitions, the organiser of Arabian Travel Market (ATM),many travel […]

Since its launch in 2016, PRCA MENA has emerged as the leading PR association for the region, with 20 MENA countries represented on its Board of Directors. In the last 12 months under Omar’s leadership as Chairman, PRCA MENA provided free practical resources, training sessions and memberships for members directly impacted by COVID-19. PRCA MENA […]

Digital transformation has been a basic fixing in guaranteeing business endurance over the recent months. Digital transformation was consistently a hotly debated issue before 2020; be that as it may, Covid-19 made it a more fundamental part of business procedure. For a long time, entrepreneurs and pioneers have realized that digital transformation was important; in any […]

On Wednesday 27 January 2021, at 11 am (UAE time), ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ‘How to use WhatsApp as an effective Sales Medium to boost your business’. This webinar is sponsored and presented by Freshworks Inc. Freshworks Inc. provides innovative customer engagement software for businesses of all sizes, making it easy […]

Turkish Airlines, flying to more countries than any other airline, launched a new hygiene programme“TK Extra Care”, which highlights new protective hygiene measures, in collaboration with the global carrier’s ambassador Dr. Mehmet Oz, the producer and host of the world-renowned “The Dr. Oz Show.” The announcement of the new animated in-flight video comes at a […]

RetreatMi.com, the holistic portal to all things wellness, announce its biggest competition yet, giving members an opportunity to win AED 5,000 (GBP 1,000) worth of vouchers to be spent on unique and memorable holidays, staycays, daycays, activities and a variety of added services including massages and beauty treatments, culinary experiences, sport, fitness and plenty more! […]

As a micro-blogging where posts are restricted to 280 characters, Twitter’s methodology of utilizing quickness separates it from the other social media giants like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Twitter is a spot for brief considerations, and in any event, when the interpersonal organization multiplied the character furthest reaches of tweets from 140 to 280 characters, […]

Viu, a leading pan-regionalOTTvideo streaming service operated by Viu International Limited, has aired its latest Arabic language Viu OriginalAnsafMajaneen. Available exclusively for Viusubscribers, the first episode is available for free and the full series is available for paid subscribers. The Arabic series is bound to draw in viewers with its leading cast which includes two […]

The legendary and multi-award-winning 2.5 liter TFSI engine is the core of the high-performance SUV coupé. In combination with the quattro permanent all-wheel drive, it offers pure driving pleasure. The sport compact coupé offers outstanding performance, athletic design and maximum everyday usability. The RS Q3 Sportback is now available in the Audi showrooms in Dubai, […]

By offering the consumers what it is they’re asking whenever they’re constantly searching for it, content marketing prioritizes sales. Content marketing are among the most powerful, realistic, and helpful digital marketing tactics which can be used by your company to connect and engage new consumers and quality members. According to Hubspot,Content marketers that value blogging […]

INFINITI, the Japanese premium car manufacturer,ended the year reporting strong sales figures in the Middle East for the brands premium crossover, QX50, and the full-size luxury SUV, QX80 despite the challenges of the pandemic throughout 2020. The versatile premium crossover INFINITI QX50, which features the award winning world’s first production variable compression ratio engine remained […]

Menacorp, a leading UAE-based financial services firm, has been ranked Number 1 in Dubai Financial Market’s (DFM) list of top stock brokerage firms in terms of market share for the decade covering January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2020. The top ranking, which was taken from official data published by DFM post December 2020 results, […]

A business blog is an independent website, or part of the domain of an established company, dedicated to writing about subjects relevant to the sector of their company and its sub-fields. Company blogs are now a major aspect of efficient web marketing and are used by several online companies. Business blogging is a publicity technique […]

The Information City, under the chairmanship of Sheikh Mohammed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, with its strategic partner MTN inaugurates the new year 2021 by dedicating a number of humanitarian and social initiatives, as it has promised over the past fifteen years. The Information City emphasized through those initiatives its determination to continue its […]

Canon Middle East is all set to engage the graphic arts audiences in the applications of its wide format printer (WFP) product portfolio across the Middle East during its participation in the Sign and Graphic Imaging (SGI) Middle East 2021 as a Platinum Sponsor. The imaging and printing solutions provider will utilize the event’s first […]

2020 has been an impactful year. Businesses and workers have had to adapt, both socially and professionally, to modern realities. Digital transition has changed from just being a work-in-progress to a swift road. Working remotely has gone from a once-in-a-while occurrence to a routine for most individuals. In the new normal, the process of digital […]

Turkish Airlines is launching a 40 percent discount campaign for its guests who wish to discover the world again in the coming good days. Passengers taking advantage of the exclusive prices will be able to discover the most beautiful cities around the globe with the flexible ticket options at advantageous prices of Turkish Airlines. Passengers […]

E-Ramadan Content Market- ERCM, the most remarkable and dedicated event for producers, content distributors and rights owners of Ramadan oriented content, is gearing up to launch its first edition at the end of this month. This highly anticipated virtual event will be held from 19 – 20 January 2021 and will feature the participation of […]

Tickets are on sale from 12:00 tomorrow, Thursday 14 January for the region’s premier literary event, the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature (29 January-13 February).Nobel prize winner Malala,Booker nominees Avni Doshi (Burnt Sugar) and Oyinkan Braithwaite (My Sister the Serial Killer)will be among the authors taking to the stage. Programme highlights also include internationally acclaimed […]

The UAE has long been known to be the home of unique and exclusive offerings. In line with this and to kick off the new year, Al-Futtaim Lexus is introducing a limited-edition gold version of its flagship segment-leading LX570 2021 which will be available for an exclusive pool of UAE customers to own. The LX […]

A host of Major champions will tee it up at this month’s OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic as Shane Lowry, Ernie Els, Padraig Harrington, Graeme McDowell, Henrik Stenson, Danny Willett and Martin Kaymeradd their firepower to an already stellar cast confirmed to play. With Collin Morikawa, Justin Rose and Sergio Garcia previously announced, there are 10 […]

BankOnUS, UAE’s leading financial services aggregator is awarded the Mastercard Technology Startup of the year at the Gulf Capital SME Awards 2020. The Mastercard TechnologyStartup of the Year award recognizes new technology businesses poised to positively impact the region’s role in the future of the global economy. The Gulf Capital SME awards identify start-ups, innovative SME’s […]

In today’s business setting, there is no doubt that online courses are becoming an important ingredient. For certain period already, you have undoubtedly learned a lot regarding webinar marketing and communications, and you have attended a variety of webinars yourself. You may have even considered presenting your webinar, but you hesitate, worried about the worst: […]

In a strong sign of the popularity in its ETF,Chimera Capital LLC, an Abu Dhabi-based asset management firm,announces today that it has surpassed AED 50 million (USD 13.6 million) in assets under management (AUM) in its Chimera S&P UAE Shariah Exchange Traded Fund (ETF). Listed just six months ago in August 2020 on the Abu […]

Etisalat today announced the launch of the region’s first-of-its-kind Mobile Service Centre, offering real-time visibility and control over business customers’ mobile usage all conveniently accessible online. This feature, available on Etisalat’s Business Online Business Online Portal, allows customers to manage their mobile accounts, check their subscription details and usage consumption, as well as receive real time […]

Almost eighty per cent of respondents based in the Middle East from the accountancy and finance professions say they believe their industry is inclusive and open to all, according to a new survey – Leading Inclusion by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants). ACCA conducted a series of research questions and roundtable discussions and […]

An efficient digital strategy will assist you to make appropriate decisions to make an online business efficient. A model of the strategic plan offers a framework that supports a conceptual model to be followed to ensure the inclusion of all main strategy design and implementation actions. You should have a digital marketing strategy in place […]

IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) and the KFUPM Business School (KBS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which will see the introduction of the CMA® (Certified Management Accountant) program to university students. The partnership is in line with KBS and IMA’s global efforts to further academic, educational, and professional initiatives which will help young students kickstart […]

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed the signing of the ‘solidarity and stability’ Al Ula agreement that will see Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates and Egypt open their air, land and sea borders with Qatar. IATA said the agreement paves the way for commercial airlines to resume regional connectivity which will shorten flight […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)’s Youth Council organised 15 initiatives and programmes for more than 550 virtual participants in Q4 of 2020, in collaboration with DEWA’s local and international partners. The Council held virtual brainstorming sessions across all DEWA’s divisions to meet the needs of youth and listen to their views and aspirations. Youth […]

Gulf Air – the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain – has announced the extension of its ‘No Fees, Unlimited Changes’ campaign allowing passengers to change bookings, exchange and refund tickets until 31 March 2021. Originally launched in March 2020, the campaign was one of the first global airline responses to provide peace of […]

The success of an organisation depends primarily on its capacity to provide outstanding customer service (CX). As consumer experience is subjective and mainly dependent on interpretation, there is no mechanism to measure Return on Investment (ROI). We analyze how you can use customer experience metrics in this blog post to evaluate how it improves revenue […]

Discovery Inc., the global leader in real life entertainment, today announced a strategic partnership with STARZPLAY, the MENA region’s fastest-growing subscription video on demand service, to launch discovery+ – the definitive non-fiction, real life subscription streaming service – across the Middle East and North Africa. STARZPLAY subscribers can now watchdiscovery+content  within a dedicated branded area […]

Webinars give corporations or entrepreneurs a fantastic way to communicate on a far more intimate level with their audiences. The latest poll of over 40,000 Internet users throughout more than 32 countries in the Western Hemisphere found that the majority of individuals between the ages of 18-60 want their laptop or desktop, including a smartphone […]

In line with its ongoing expansion as a globally-focused organization, AESG, a specialist consultancy, engineering and advisory firm, today announced the appointment of Global Directors for each of lines of business, as well as the expansion of the role of companyco-founder, Saeed Al Abbar, to group-wide CEO. The move follows the company’s establishment of offices […]

Backlinks represent links through one website to page on another website (also known as “inbound links”, “incoming links” or “one way links”). For a particular website, Google and other popular search engines consider backlinks “votes”. Sites with a large number of backlinks appear to have good ratings in the organic search engine. Because although Google has […]

Samsung Gulf Electronics is calling on all brand enthusiasts yet to be involved with the Create #withGalaxy campaign to visit the platform today to be in with a chance of appearing in the exclusive ‘Ain’t Gonna Stop’ music video. Samsung partnered with regionally renowned artists Daffy and Flipperachi to develop the official Create #WithGalaxy track, […]

The European Union and CNIEL, The French Dairy Board, are utilising the expertise of chefs from the Middle East, China, Hong Kong and Taiwan to showcase how they create naturally coloured sauces using the finest French butter and a range of bold ingredients to create visually enticing dishes. From the home kitchen to Michelin star […]

Digital transformation is the application of digital technologies into all aspects of an organisation, radically transforming how you work and providing consumers with value. It is also a cultural transition that allows firms to question the power structure on an ongoing basis, to evolve, and to be comfortable with uncertainty. For all industries, including medium […]

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Turkey (MENAT) region, today announced that it has been named ‘Bank of the Year – UAE 2020’ for the sixth year in recent years and ‘Bank of the Year – Middle East 2020’ for the third time by The Banker. The bank […]

OSN, the region’s leading entertainment hub announced today the launch of an innovative new product, the ‘Box of Wonders’. Set to transform the region’s entertainment offering, the ‘Box of Wonders’ will offer MENA customers the region’s fastest content discovery journey, promising easy content discovery in just 3 clicks. Using AI technology and Machine Learning to […]

Before jumping into the facts of WhatsApp, let’s rewind to how WhatsApp was created and everything about this immensely popular messaging app. WhatsApp, released in 2009, is among the most popular apps for voice and text communication. It is free to use, safe and convenient, and can be used on both smartphones and tablets, you can send […]

Offering the residents of KSA the perfect New Year’s escape, The Ascott Limited welcomes family and friends to a luxurious retreat at Ascott Corniche Al Khobar. Part of the brand’s prestigious portfolio, the property is locally popular for its exclusive serviced apartments and recreational facilities that include a swimming pool, gymnasium, restaurant, guest lounge and […]

The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), a Sharjah-based global humanitarian organisation dedicated to helping people in need worldwide, is funding two humanitarian projects in Egypt in a bid to create more opportunities in education and to support the healthcare services of a charitable children’s hospital. Under the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al […]

As part of its vision to support the breakbulk and project cargo industry, Breakbulk Middle East (BBME), the GCC’s leading breakbulk and project cargo event has tied up with leading players in the education sector for its sixth edition. Their primary goal is to enhance the professional competencies of students and the youth, who hope […]

Recently, WhatsApp introduced ‘WhatsApp Business’. Using this function, WhatsApp customers will be able to purchase their favorite items through WhatsApp. The new addition is ‘Carts’, which will allow WhatsApp users to add products as they interact with a company, then send a larger order all at once via the app. As WhatsApp begins to develop […]

The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism)today announced the global release of ‘Ya Salam Ya Dubai’,a new iconic song that celebrates what makes Dubai one of the best cities in the world. Launched on New Year’s Day as part of the 26th Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment […]

As we all look ahead to new journeys and greater paths in 2021, we are grateful for all the good things that happened this year. For us, even with many unknowns, this year ultimately culminated in several new launches and milestone news from General Motors and its brands, Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac. Let’s take a […]

Social media is developing to be much more critical than ever. To meet and attract more clients in 2021, we have collated the top 6 social media patterns for you. For advertisers to gain and engage consumers, social media is a preferred channel. Social media marketing, known for an agile model, allows marketing teams to […]

In line with the vision of TRA to enhance the regional and global leadership of the United Arab Emirates in the field of communications and information technology, the country’s regulatory authority has designated an additional 500 MHz radio spectrum of 6 GHz band (specifically 5925-6425 MHz) to Wi-Fi for indoor use at an EIRP of […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across Middle East, Africa, and Asia, has opened its first Carrefour store in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The launch underlines the brand’s ambitions to respond to the growing demand for modern retail in the country, while also catering to evolving customer needs.  As one of […]

Let’s start with why webinars are important for digital marketing strategy. Marketing experts enjoy talking to their client about interacting with them. Usually, they refer to social media when they speak of interaction, but webinars are a growing trend in developing relationships with your targeted customers and especially in this highly digital and sometimes impersonal […]

With the New Year finally in sight, OSN is excited to announce its latest line-up of movies premiering on OSN Movies First and the OSN streaming app this January. From hilarious comedies and inspiring dramas, to the reimagined adaptation of Dr Dolittle, OSN guarantees to get 2021 off to the perfect start! For those looking […]

EWINGS, Managing Operator of Mahzooz,the GCC’s only weekly live draw,made its first Dirham millionaire in the last Mahzooz draw of 2020.The lucky second prize winner was the only participant to match five out of six numbers in Saturday night’s rollover draw and took home AED 2,000,000. Additionally, 130 winners took home AED 1,000 each while […]

A new survey by Bayt.com, the Middle East’s #1 job site, spotlights the career goals MENA professionals will focus on in 2021. The 2021 New Year’s Resolutions Pollreveals that a majority of MENA professionals (80%) feel positive about 2021 and 74% of the survey respondents have made resolutions for the new year. Most respondents are […]

CNIEL – The French Dairy Board and the European Union,have once again proved its commitment to supporting the next generation of pastry chefs in the Middle East through the organisation of the Cream Spirit competition, which saw Jordanian, Sanad Jaber crowned the winner. The competition, held at the International Centre of Culinary Arts (ICCA) Dubai, […]

Week nine of the OSN Original production ‘Yalla Neta’sha, Come Dine With Me’ was the most hilariously dramatic and eyebrow-raising week since launch,closing the first series of the season with a big bang. Viewers are in for a big surprise with more laughter, gossip, sarcasm and unfiltered commentary than ever,available now to watch on OSN […]

As 2020 comes to a close, many of us may have taken a few days off to spend with family, or scheduled a little alone time to do a self-appraisal following a trip round the sun like no other. But there is a lot to be said of switching off, rebooting, and devoting some hours […]

Huawei is delighted to announce the addition of talabat, the MENA region’s leading delivery app, to HUAWEI AppGallery in the UAE. The new talabat app comes fully integrated with Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) allowing consumers to take full advantage of the app on their Huawei devices. That means with only a couple of taps on […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has organised a webinar on Digital Transformation in collaboration with the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). More than 190 employees from different divisions attended the webinar. This is part of DEWA’s efforts to improve the capabilities and knowledge of its employees and build future leaders. Saeed Mohammed […]

In the virtual presence of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, HE Mona Ghanem Al Marri, President of the Dubai Press Club, delivered the opening speech at the 19th edition of the Arab Media Forum (AMF). Organised virtually by the Dubai […]

In the virtual presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Press Club held a virtual ceremony to honour the winners of the 19thArab Journalism Award. President of the Dubai Press Club and Secretary General of the Arab Journalism Award […]

His Excellency Dr. Nayef Falah Mubarak Al-Hajraf, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) stressed that the Council has been a key stabilising factor in the region for over four decades, and has played a key role in maintaining worldwide peace and security by supporting various global causes including the fight against terrorism. The GCC […]

The year 2020 could be a turning point in the evolution of news media with a number of disruptive changes combined with the COVID-19 pandemic pushing the industry to develop transformative content and business models, the President of Reuters said at the 19th Arab Media Forum (AMF) organised virtually by the Dubai Press Club today. […]

Juma Al Majid Est, the official distributor of Genesis in the UAE, has launched an exciting end of year campaign to ensure its Genesis customers can take a trip into the New Year in style. Customers can enjoy attractive benefits across the Genesis range giving them more reasons to purchase the Genesis model of their […]

The Dubai Press Club hosted a meeting of prominent industry leaders to review the topics that will be discussed at the19th edition of the Arab Media Forum. The Forum, which kicks off on Wednesday, is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of […]

Parler was founded on 2018, a social media network that considers itself the ‘world’s town square’ and claims never to search or participate in content moderation. Almost similar to Facebook, Parler is another social media communication channel like Twitter. Just the new icons and terms of action exist. You have ‘parlays’ rather than posts. You […]

It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year – and with that, OSN the leading entertainment hub is bringing a host of movies to OSN Movies First and the OSN streaming app for the whole family to enjoy. From childhood Disney classics reimagined with live-action remakes, to epic family-friendly action films and Christmas movies […]

Yellow Door Energy, the leading sustainable energy provider for businesses in the Middle East, has announced closing 2020 with an impressive AED 150 million (USD 41 million) worth of new projects in the region, including projects in the UAE, Jordan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. In 2020, the company’s operating projects generated 60 million kilowatt-hours […]

As part of its commitment to promote and encourage equestrian sports, and perfectly aligned with its overarching efforts in backing events that bring communities together and that highlight the UAE’s standing as one of the world’s premier destinations for renowned events, Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has sponsored the Emirates Racing […]

Noor Takaful, a Dar Al Takaful Company, the UAE’s second largest Islamic insurance entity, has partnered with Abu Dhabi Global Market’sleading technology startup in digital insurance technology solutions and services, Algofy.ai Limited, to launch a unique, fully-digital savings plan. The Bliss Savings plan will offer customers a fully digital experience. From application submission to service, […]

As the holiday season is about spending time with loved ones, OSN is pulling out all the stops to ensure this year is extra special with the launch of Disney’s ‘Family Squad’ pop-up channel. Now available on OSN and as a collection on its streaming app until Saturday 9th January, with the content dubbed in both […]

Beauty aficionados Bayt Al Saboun Al Loubnani, known for beautiful handmade cosmetics, has excitingly launched a brand-new website this week, offering a streamlined platform for customers to view, purchase, and read up on details of their favourite products. Additionally, the brand celebrates the festive season with an amazing sale of up to 70% off on […]

The Republic of Kazakhstan is boosting its position as a trade hub for Europe and Asia by joining the World Logistics Passport (WLP), a major initiative established to increase trading opportunities between developing markets. His Excellency BakhytSultanov, Minister of Trade and Integration, Republic of Kazakhstan, and Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman of Dubai’s Ports, Customs […]

In case you did not know, WordPress powers nearly one-third of the world’s websites and tops the list of the three most often used site building packages in the world, followed by Joomla and Drupal. Consider these stats: 400 million people view 24 billion pages hosted by WP every month 70 million new posts and […]

The first edition of “E-Ramadan Content Market”, which was set to be launched on the 12th of January, 2021, has been postponed and will take place on 19-20 January 2021, to accommodate regional and international clients. “E-Ramadan Content Market”, which is organized by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions- a member of INDEX Holding, will virtually showcase […]

Aspiring young creatives are being presented with the perfect opportunity to polish their food photography skills by FUNN – a Sharjah-based organisation dedicated to promoting and supporting media arts learning among children and youth.The entity has opened registrations for its annual FUNN-tastic Winter Camp titled ‘The Secrets of Foodography’, being held virtually from December 20 […]

As the holidays season is about spending time with loved ones, OSN is pulling out all the stops to ensure this year is extra special with the launch of Disney’s ‘Family Squad’ pop-up channel. Set to be available on OSN and as a collection on its streaming app from Thursday 17th December to Saturday 9th January, […]

In time for last minute festive and New Year’s Eve shopping, Epson has introduced a wide range of promotions on home cinema projectors, ink tank printers for home and small offices, and photo printers and scanners. Nearly three quarters of consumers in the UAE are planning to buy more digital gifts for the winter holidays […]

The holiday season offers the perfect occasion to enjoy quality time with your loved ones. There is no better way to make holiday memories than snuggling up on a couch and bingeing Christmas movies with the people you care about most. This festive season, tune into STARZPLAY and get into the holiday spirit with the ultimate assortment of […]

MEED-GlobalData has revealed the winners of its 10th annual MEED Project Awards at an awards ceremony in Dubai. The awards celebrate the GCC’s best projects completed in 2018 and 2019. 25 organizations from UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman were commended for their achievements across 19 unique categories – including Commercial Property Project of […]

talabat, the food and groceries delivery platform with the largest fleet of riders in the UAE, is launching a special campaign to thank them for their memorable efforts presented at the forefront during the ongoing pandemic. This holiday season, from the 16th to the 20th of December, talabat will be doubling any and all tips […]

IEC Telecom and Thuraya introduced Orion Edge V (“V” for virtual), a state-of-the-art satcom system which offers an affordable VSAT-like experience over compact hardware. Digitalisation, previously reserved for large vessels, is now available for smaller crafts. At a time when some 60% of Middle Eastern companies report that they are now actively investing in digital […]

The HUAWEI DSF LIVE SALE builds upon the huge success of the recent HUAWEI MEGA LIVE SALE by giving consumers even more great deals on a wide range of Huawei devices. The online sale will see massive savings on everything from the latest Huawei smartphones, tablets, laptops and more. HUAWEI DSF LIVE SALE will be […]

Pearson Middle East, the world’s learning company recently hosted a virtual event ‘Making Data Talk!’ with Michael Parkin, Professor in the Economics Department at the University of Western Ontarioto empower the Middle East educators,in this digitally-driven world, to bring economics to life and develop students who are ready to leap into their career and the […]

Mashreq Bank, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, marked another achievement by the receiving the “Innovation in Employee Engagement in the Private Sector” award as part of the coveted GCC GOV HR Awards for the year 2020. Mashreq was recognized for its holistic employee engagement program called “Saadati” and culture of “everyday […]

The Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) today announced its new Chair and Vice Chair, who will serve as the leaders of its Executive Board from 2021 to 2023. Taryam Al Subaihi, Head of Corporate Communications at Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), has been appointed as Chair and Rashid Al Awadhi, Chief Executive Officer […]

Priyanka Kapoor, Senior Regional Director of Sales & Marketing EMEA & India; and Group Director of Sales, Marketing, Branding and Communications for Swiss-Belhotel International spoke about the group’s strategies for ‘Future of Revenue Management’ at the annual ROC Middle East 2020 – Revenue Optimisation Conference. It was the first of its kind, ‘Hybrid’ conference – […]

Huawei is proud to announce the addition of STARZPLAY, the MENA region’s leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, to HUAWEI Video in the UAE. As the region’s leading SVOD platform, STARZPLAY offers an incredible selection of entertainment that is perfect for the whole family. This commitment to delivering the highest-quality content from across the […]