Business & Money | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 2:47 pm

King Abdullah Economic City Allies With The IBP Council in Sharjah

King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) is targeting the increasing number of investors in the United Arab Emirates who are looking for opportunities to expand their business operations into Saudi Arabia. To further this aim, recently a delegation from KAEC met with members of the Indian Business...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 1:22 pm

The MENA region’s most talented CFOs recognised at Annual MENA CFO Awards

Some of the most successful CFOs in the Middle East have earned recognition for their contributions and professional excellence, following yet another successful edition of the Annual MENA CFO Awards.   The awards span six categories, including the coveted MENA CFO of the Year Award....

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Business & Money | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 9:43 am

Aon to expand Florida operations with enhanced reinsurance and analytical capabilities

 Aon Benfield, the global reinsurance intermediary and capital advisor of Aon plc (NYSE: AON), today announced the expansion of its reinsurance and analytical capabilities in the state of Florida. In line with rising client demand for complex risk transfer solutions and specific...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 6:38 am

Domestic energy price hike under study: KSA

Saudi Arabia is considering raising its heavily subsidized domestic energy prices, said Ali Al-Naimi, minister of petroleum and natural resources, Tuesday. “All prices eventually rise,” Al-Naimi said on the sidelines of a mining conference. “Is it under study? The answer is...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 5:55 am

Footfall at Arabian Centres malls rises by 27% from Q1- Q3 2015

Arabian Centres, the leading developer, owner and operator of shopping malls in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has reported a steady quarterly increase in footfall traffic to its malls since the beginning of the year.    Footfall traffic increased 27% in Q3 (July-September 2015)...

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Healthcare | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 5:50 am

AVEENO™ skin care solutions for all skin types

Women across the Middle East face a unique set of challenges that can impact their skin, and in the worst cases can lead to long-term skin conditions.  Due to the extreme climate, challenges such as air conditioning, treated water and dehydration resulting from the high temperatures, all...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 4:08 am

BCG Extends Global Footprint with Official Opening of 82nd Office in Riyadh

As part of its commitment to promoting the development and diversification of the Saudi economy, The Boston Consulting Group (BCG), today announced the formal opening of its Riyadh office – which brings the management consulting firm’s number of global offices to...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 4:02 am

Middle East to Focus on Emergency Response Services as Region Prepares for Rise in Natural Disasters

Governments in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region are ramping up efforts to enhance emergency response and disaster prevention services, as the rise in natural disasters in the region outpaces the global average and more sophisticated solutions become available on the...

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Cars & Autos | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 3:52 am

Ford Explorer Passes Big Milestone with Sale of 7 Millionth Vehicle

Ford has announced a big milestone for the popular Ford Explorer, having now sold more than 7 million vehicles worldwide since the Explorer’s launch in 1990, making it one of the most popular vehicles ever built. In the Middle East the Explorer has also proved to be popular, with more than...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 28 October, 2015 3:43 am

New SME body ‘will generate jobs for Saudis’

The newly formed Public Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises approved by the Cabinet on Monday will help create jobs for young Saudis and boost the economy, according to experts. One of the most important functions of the new body would be to facilitate funding for these small and medium...

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