Author: Mahdeehassan

Dubai, UAE: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye (MENAT) region, celebrated World Environment Day, observed annually on 5 June, with “One Community, One Planet, Zero Plastic”, themed events, aligned with the UAE’s Year of Community and the United Nations’ theme of “Ending Plastic Pollution”. The events, which ran over the course of a week, aimed to raise awareness, promote sustainable practices and highlight community engagement in environmental stewardship. The week commenced with a thought-provoking webinar led by Maryam Al Mansoori, founder of Rebound, titled ‘Recycling in Action: Unmasking the Complexity of Materials for…

Jeddah – Johnson Controls Arabia, a global leader in HVAC systems, smart building controls, and energy efficiency, has signed a strategic agreement with Modern Building Leaders (MBL) to supply and operate a fully integrated YORK cooling system for the new CEER manufacturing facility. This marks a significant step forward in the evolution of industrial technology in Saudi Arabia and supports the Kingdom’s pioneering end-to-end electric vehicle brand.Under this partnership, Johnson Controls Arabia will deliver a comprehensive cooling solutions powered by cutting-edge YORK technologies, including 12 chillers, various cooling units, with a total capacity of 33,000 TR. The CEER facility, located…

Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – Seef Properties officially opened the new branch of Alhelli Supermarket at Seef Mall – Muharraq. His Excellency Shaikh Hamad bin Salman Al Khalifa, Assistant Undersecretary for Domestic and Foreign Trade, was present at the ceremony. The event was also attended by Alhelli Chairman, Mr. Ammar Mirza Alhelli; Alhelli CEO, Mr. Shaker Alhelli; Alhelli Projects and IT Manager, Mr. Sadiq Al Helli, and several senior officials from both parties. The new branch marks the fourteenth in the Alhelli Supermarket chain across the Kingdom and brings added value to the mall. Covering 3,834 square meters on the first…

Fujairah, UAE – OMODA & JAECOO, in collaboration with their Northern Emirates dealer Galadari Automobiles, proudly marked the grand opening of their brand-new showroom in Fujairah. The prestigious event highlighted the brands’ commitment to expanding their footprint across the UAE and strengthening their presence in the Northern Emirates. The opening ceremony was attended by a distinguished guest list, including VIPs, senior leadership from Galadari Automobiles and OMODA & JAECOO, prominent influencers, and customers from across the region. Guests were offered an exclusive first look at the state-of-the-art facility, showcasing a full range of OMODA & JAECOO’s latest models. With this launch,…

Abu Dhabi, UAE: The Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA), and GLOBSEC forum, a global think tank committed to enhancing security, prosperity and sustainability in Europe and throughout the world, have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed by the Academy’s Director-General His Excellency Nickolay Mladenov and GLOBSEC’s Founder and President Róbert Vass, designating AGDA as the Main Institutional Partner of the GLOBSEC Forum from 2025 to 2027. The GLOBSEC Forum, held annually, is a major European platform for dialogue convening global leaders, policymakers, and experts to examine and address critical issues such as security, economic development, climate change, and technology. The…

SBC Summit 2025 introduces a Latin America & Brazil track, further aligning its conference strategy with the global nature of the event, which is set to welcome 30,000 attendees from around the world this September. The track will form part of the Global Markets stage, which was introduced this year alongside the Emerging Markets stage to spotlight some of the industry’s hottest regions as well as those that deserve early attention from industry stakeholders. The decision to include a dedicated track builds on the remarkable 126% surge in Latin American attendance in 2024, reinforcing the event’s position as the go-to destination for professionals seeking to engage with…

TOD, the leading sports and entertainment streaming platform in the MENA region, is thrilled to announce the extension of its exclusive digital streaming rights for the English Premier League (EPL) for the next three seasons. This milestone makes TOD the only streaming platform in the region where fans can watch every Premier League match, one of the world’s most followed football competitions. It is a testament to TOD commitment to delivering unrivalled access to live sports, combining high-quality streaming with a personalised viewing experience. John-Paul McKerlie, VP of Marketing and Sales at TOD, expressed his enthusiasm for the extension, saying:…

Dubai, UAE – Airalo Partners, the B2B and B2B2C extension of Airalo, announces the official launch of Airalo for Business. This latest offering provides companies with a powerful and cost-effective way to keep travelling employees connected wherever business takes them. Built for professionals on the move attending client meetings, conferences, or cross-border expansions, Airalo for Business offers affordable eSIM packages with user-level budget controls, meeting the needs of both SMBs and enterprises. Companies can tap into preferential pricing at scale, ensuring their teams remain connected without incurring excessive telecom bills. With Airalo for Business, employees can easily stay connected wherever they…

Bahrain Bourse (BHB), a licensed exchange by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB), announced its successful participation alongside the participation of the Central Bank of Bahrain in the HSBC GCC Exchanges London Conference 2025, held on 16th June in London. The event was attended by a high-level delegation from Bahrain, which included H.E. Khalid Humaidan, Governor of the Central Bank of Bahrain, Mr. Yusef Abdullah Al Yusef, Chairman of Bahrain Bourse, Shaikh Khalifa bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Bourse, as well as representatives from the Central Bank of Bahrain, the Ministry of Finance and National Economy (MOFNE),…

UAE – Al Dahra today published its 2024 Sustainability Report, detailing progress across environmental and social commitments while navigating increased weather volatility that impacted operations in several key markets. The report highlights significant milestones including the generation of first carbon credits from Romania operations and expansion of regenerative farming practices to 35% of global operations, putting the company on track to meet its 2030 sustainability targets. “This report demonstrates our commitment to transparent reporting and measurable progress,” said Group CEO Arnoud van den Berg. “Despite climate challenges, we’ve continued advancing our regenerative agriculture program and achieving meaningful reductions in our environmental…