RIYADH: Aseer, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, hosted the HIGHLANDER Adventure, a global hiking event series that launched in 2017, during its first-ever trip to the Kingdom. HIGHLANDER hiking events are carefully selected to be in the most iconic locations with the goal of making multi-day hiking accessible, simple and fun for everyone. During the “Discover Aseer” series, HIGHLANDER …

News Desk RIYADH: Wa’ed Ventures, the $500 million venture capital arm of Aramco, announced leading the $5 million investment in YNMO, a Saudi company revolutionizing the educational and rehabilitative technology for children, including those with disabilities. The funding round also included participation from Qatar Development Bank (QDB) and Nour Nouf Ventures, a fund focused on impact-driven startups. With this investment, …

News Desk DUBAI: Dubai Duty Free received two awards at Trip.com Group Global Partner Summit with the “Outstanding Travel Retail Partner of the Year.” and “Global Outstanding Tourism Partner” at the awards ceremony held on 18th December at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) in Abu Dhabi. Organised by Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, the Global Partner …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: As 2024 draws to a close, IFFCO, a multinational powerhouse headquartered in the UAE, celebrates a year defined by impactful achievements in sustainability, innovation, and global leadership. By setting ambitious goals and executing transformative initiatives, the FMCG giant is redefining industry standards for responsible practices. In its latest Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report, IFFCO outlined …

News Desk DUBAI: As Dubai’s skyline continues to expand, its real estate market is poised for steady growth in 2025. Rising property values, increasing rental demand, and strong investor confidence highlight the city’s enduring appeal. According to analytics from Elite Merit Real Estate LLC, this growth is driven by economic resilience, innovative government policies, and evolving market trends. Here are the …

DUBAI: Kanoo Energy, a division of The Kanoo Group UAE, in collaboration with India’s Adage Automation—a leader in gas analytical solutions—have officially launched their joint venture, Adage Kanoo Analytical Industry (AKAI), on November 11, 2024, in the UAE.This state-of-the-art facility marks a pivotal step forward for gas analytics in the GCC region, aligning seamlessly with the UAE’s commitment to achieve …

News Desk DUBAI: The World Realty Congress 2024, powered by LOAMS, concluded on December 13 after five days of thought-provoking discussions, forward-looking masterclasses, and collaborative events at the Palazzo Versace, Dubai. Bringing together the International Real Estate Community Management Summit (IRECMS), the CAM G10 Summit, and the prestigious World Realty Congress Awards, the event was both a celebration of progress …

KHOBAR/DUBAI: ARO Drilling has successfully agreed on an industry-specific solution for its operations from global technology giant SAP. This initiative marks a significant investment for ARO and SAP alike, as ARO seeks to harness best-in-class technologies in its pursuit of excellence within the energy industry. Key to this development is the adoption of SAP Cloud. Following a series of executive alignment meetings …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Silicon Central Mall, one of Dubai’s premier shopping destinations, is spreading festive cheer in the city of Dubai with its festive event Santa’s Toy Wonderland. Featuring a range of deals and exciting, heartwarming, and fun-filled activities for children and families, till January 5th, between 5 pm and 10 pm. The exclusive holiday-themed event promises an enchanting …

News Desk MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost airline, is excited to launch three products designed to enhance our passenger’s travel experience. Starting January 2025, SalamAir will offer Express Bag, Priority, and Online Check-In services, providing travelers with more flexibility and options to tailor their journeys to suit their individual needs. These services will be available for bookings made through all of SalamAir’s booking …