Saudi Arabia
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:02:36 GMTSaudi megaproject Diriyah Gate to award $1.6bln contracts in 2021
Two major contracts have been awarded for Phase 1 infrastructure
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:00:04 GMTTommy Hilfiger opens new store in Riyadh
Dedicated exclusively to showcase the latest footwear, accessories and handbag drops from both brands
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:20:58 GMTSaudi Arabia’s industrial production declines 24% in April – GaStat
Non-oil manufacturing activities increased 12.2% in April
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 11:14:41 GMTOman's national hydrogen feasibility study to be completed by end 2021
More than 25 gigawatts of green hydrogen projects have been announced in Oman
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:00:04 GMTPIF anchors Aberdeen Standard Investcorp Infrastructure Partners in new Regional Infrastructure Fund
The fund has also received board approval from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:00:04 GMTVirgin Mobile's self-activation SIM launches to make mobile set-up effortless
Customers can quickly and independently set up their new SIM from anywhere without visiting a Virgin Mobile store
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:30:04 GMTSaudi Arabia, Portugal seek to boost economic ties during key meeting
The meeting covered the most prominent economic and social developments and investment opportunities
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:11:50 GMT66% of Saudi workers willing to train for different career path
Almost two-thirds of workers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) are prepared to pursue different career paths post-crisis: study
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:04:47 GMTHow water sector PPP model attracts FDI into Saudi Arabia
Ports are planned to be corporatized for subsequent privatization
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 06:48:00 GMTSaudi PIF set to anchor Aberdeen-Investcorp Gulf infrastructure fund
Kingdom's sovereign Public Investment Fund (PIF) commits up to 20% of total size of the fund
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 06:00:06 GMTNew coronavirus vaccine center opens in Jeddah
The opening of the center comes amid growing demand for the vaccine and a rise in the number of people registering on the Sehhaty app
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 05:34:50 GMTSaudi Arabia creates network to combat global corruption
Saudi Arabia has continued to crack down on corruption regardless of the social status or official position in government or private sector bodies that those involved have held
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 05:00:04 GMTPROJECTS: Baker Hughes to supply advanced hydrogen technology for Saudi Neom project
Neom project JV partner Air Products appoints Baker Hughes as technology provider for its Saudi and Canadian hydrogen projects
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 04:30:04 GMTSaudi Arabia keeps pace with technical development by preserving historical documents
The King Abdul Aziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) has given archiving historical sources all of its attention, following international standards
Thu, 10 Jun 2021 04:21:40 GMTJeddah hosts first major exhibition since COVID-19 outbreak
Makkah Region Digital Projects Exhibition is also the first event at the Jeddah Super Dome, the biggest pillarless dome in the world
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 11:45:08 GMTSaudi Red Sea project awards iconic bridge contract to Archirodon
1.2-km long bridge across the Red Sea will connect Shurayrah Island to the mainland
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:00:02 GMTMiddle East and Pakistan based logistics platform Trukkin raises $7mln in Series A funding round
The round was led by Saudi based Emkan Capital with the participation from Impact46 Seed Fund, Taya Group and other strategic investors
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 09:24:31 GMTLogistics platform Trukkin raises $7mln in funding
Round led by Saudi-based Emkan Capital
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 07:35:37 GMTSaudi cabinet approves creation of logistics agency under transport ministry
The Cabinet also took note of Saudi Arabia's participation in a number of international meetings, conferences and forums during the past days to enhance the prospects for international cooperation in various fields
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 07:30:02 GMTSaudi food group Tanmiah share sale gets regulator nod
The Riyadh-based company which employs more than 1500 people has grown to become a major supplier of chicken products
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:00:02 GMTDisability research center, PNU sign deal in Riyadh
The agreement will strengthen strategic cooperation in disability research, especially in areas of prevention and care
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 06:00:02 GMTSaudi Arabia and Rwanda agree to strengthen cooperation
It seeks to enhance cooperation between the two countries in all sectors including education, art, culture, media, tourism, youth empowerment and sports
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 05:35:34 GMTTransformation of Saudi’s arbitration system set to help boost investment
Arbitration is the preferred method for dispute resolution for investors
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 05:20:25 GMTGCC's green hydrogen revenue potential estimated at $200bln by 2050 - study
Huge opportunity for green job creation and localisation, according to joint Dii Desert Energy, Roland Berger and Masdar study
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 05:14:24 GMTSaudi Arabia witnesses expansion of 5G services
In its Q1 Meqyas report, the commission said STC and Zain topped the list of broadband services in Saudi Arabia
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 05:07:41 GMTConditions to take advantage of job-seeking subsidy
The regulation details the mechanism for disbursing special allowances for people looking for jobs
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:54:39 GMTSaudi Arabia to extend validity of expat residency permits, visas until July
The extension will apply to residents and visa holders who are in the 20 countries from which entry was suspended due the pandemic.
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:30:02 GMTSaudi Arabia dominates startup investment sector during May
Deal making in Saudi Arabia picks up as impact of COVID-19 pandemic subsides
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:20:22 GMTSaudi and US ground forces begin ‘Falcon Claws 4’ military exercise
The drill aims to strengthen mutual military relations between the two countries
Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:18:57 GMTSaudi Cabinet reviews new anti-corruption initiative, pandemic progress
Cabinet also considered the 'Riyadh Initiative,’ which is aimed at establishing a Global Network of Operations to exchange information among anti-corruption agencies around the world
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:00:01 GMTKing Abdullah Economic City wins praise at MEE meet
A range of experts will discuss a myriad of topics
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 13:00:02 GMTCOVID-19: Saudi Arabia slams rumours that vaccines cause death after a year
The Kingdom warned against spreading false information
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 12:38:28 GMTSaudi Arabia’s ITC rebrands as Salam
Salam’s new brand aims to provide customer centric products and services and help create a more digital society
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 08:30:02 GMTJordan truckers seek gov’t help to deal with Saudi operational regulations
The truck owners are demanding the syndicate to intensify the communication with Saudi Arabia
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 07:00:02 GMTCOVID-19 vaccine status can be registered from outside Saudi Arabia: Health ministry
Applicants should ensure the accuracy of the information provided and must have a national or resident identity, the ministry pointed out
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 06:30:02 GMTSaudi and Tunisian ministers discuss cooperation in tourism
Saudi Arabia opened up to international tourism in September 2019 and has since announced several megaprojects to attract visitors, including a $530mln fund to develop key destinations across KSA
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 06:00:40 GMTSaudi luxury project Amaala to award multi-billion-riyal PPP contract in H2
The developer had recently awarded several construction contracts to local companies
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 06:00:02 GMTSaudi Arabia's Qassim governor holds forum to tackle domestic violence
Prince Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud said social media was playing an increasing part in triggering violence in people’s homes
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 05:29:38 GMTSaudi construction costs jump for Basic Chemical Industries' chlorine plant project
Building costs jump for second time; project completion delayed to November 2021
Tue, 08 Jun 2021 04:59:51 GMTNational transformation documentary reveals Saudi Arabia’s tough journey
Saudi ministers highlight achievements since the launch of Vision 2030 program
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 13:30:02 GMTAustria opening for UAE, Saudi Arabia and Oman nationals
As of 28th May 2021, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Oman are categorised in the “risk” category
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 13:00:02 GMTAlkhabeer Capital REIT to acquire Jeddah industrial assets
Alkhabeer Capital Fund will acquire two high-quality properties - Vision Colleges and Akun Warehouses
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 12:46:21 GMTSAMA approves MedGulf’s capital hike
Through a rights issue
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 10:30:01 GMTSaudi Jordanian Investment Fund invests in OpenSooq
The investment agreement was signed by the CEO of the Saudi Jordanian Investment Fund
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 10:00:02 GMTSaudi Arabia's SWCC partners with China for new desalination tech
The cooperation includes developing projects using reverse osmosis technology and evaporation technology
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 09:42:53 GMTSaudi agtech firm Red Sea Farms secures $10mln funding for expansion
Red Sea Farms, which uses primarily salt water in commercial farming activities, received the funding from UAE and Saudi investors, including Aramco's entrepreneurship arm Wa'ed
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 09:30:02 GMTPassage for Bahrainis to Saudi urged
Saudi Arabia does not allow entry or exit for anyone who has taken the Russian Sputnik or the Chinese Sinopharm vaccines
Mon, 07 Jun 2021 09:18:09 GMTSeven Bahraini companies make Forbes’ Middle East Top 100 list
Saudi Arabia has the most companies on the list, with 37 led by Saudi Aramco at the top