Author: Mahdeehassan

SAMI CEO Walid Abukhaled discusses corporate efforts and Vision 2030 goals in an interview with Oxford Business Group Riyadh, August 2024: Oxford Business Group (OBG) delves into Saudi Arabia’s strategic initiatives for defence sector advancement in its latest interview with Walid Abukhaled, CEO of Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI). The discussion explores the Kingdom’s efforts to enhance private sector engagement and increase domestic military manufacturing capabilities. In the interview, Abukhaled highlights the positive influence of Vision 2030 on the Kingdom’s economic development, with a target of 50% localisation in defence spending by 2030. A 15% localisation rate has already been…

Dubai, UAE – Merchlist, a recognized leader in the custom branded merchandise and promotional products industry, is proud to announce the expansion of its market presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, particularly in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia. This strategic expansion is aimed at delivering high-quality, culturally relevant corporate gifting and custom promotional products tailored to meet the unique business needs of these key markets. Expanding Presence in the GCC Market Merchlist has long been a trusted name in the Middle East, providing innovative and customized branding solutions for companies looking to make a lasting…

Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf, Dubai is excited to announce an exclusive new offer for those on the move this summer. The “Stay & Fly” package is designed to provide guests with a seamless and stress-free travel experience, including complimentary airport transfers to Dubai International Airport. The hotel’s location just 10 minutes from Dubai International Airport makes it the perfect starting point ahead of a long flight. Details of the Offer: Offer Name: Stay & Fly Inclusions: Complimentary Tesla transfer to Dubai International Airport Choice of buffet breakfast or breakfast to-go 20% off F&B Validity: Available for bookings made through the Marriott…

The clear link between technology leadership and business performance is undeniable as leading consumer goods companies continue to use advanced technology to outperform peers. New research from Bain & Company analyzing 80 consumer products companies, found those that grew their technology investments the most over the past five years were likely to enjoy higher share price, revenue, and profit growth than those that invested less. While earlier digitization waves were focused on first digitizing routine processes, followed by channels and supply chains, leading companies are now focused on a third wave of digital investments that enable differentiation. The emergence of generative artificial…

In 2024, Storyderm’s Princess Peel has been newly renewed. This renewal features the application of precise and uniformly sized white spicules and the enhancement of detoxification through 99.9% pure gold ionization, which also promotes blood circulation. Additionally, the focus has been placed on promoting skin turnover, thereby activating new cells. The white spicules in Princess Peel are extracted from freshwater sponge organisms and are very small (80-300 ㎛), precise, and uniform, with pointed ends in the form of Monaxons. These spicules are created when the sponge organisms are dried and ground into powder, and they are beneficial for certain skin…

As part of its mission to provide the community with accessible, high-quality patient care and enhance holistic community wellness, Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare services provider in MENA, has launched the first dedicated Day Surgery Center in the Al Dhafra region. The center in Madinat Zayed’s Al Dhafra Mall was inaugurated by His Excellency Nasser Mohammed Al Mansouri, Undersecretary of the Ruler’s Representative Court in Al Dhafra Region. The ceremony was also attended by Mohammad Ali Al-Mansouri, Director General, Al Dhafra Region Municipality; His Excellency Hamdan Saif al-Mansouri, Director of the Al-Dhafra Police Directorate; Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and…

From the soft transition of purple to pink hues at sunrise to the warm, golden embrace of sunset, Address Sky View boasts some of the most breathtaking views in the city. Whether you’re seeking a refreshing late-night dip or to soak up the sun, Address Sky View beckons guests to indulge in a selection of all-new poolside packages available at Deck Too this summer. With an array of weekday and weekend experiences to choose from, there is something to suit every schedule, ensuring everyone can make the most of this chic hangout spot. Deck Too Located on the hotel lobby…

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today announced that SmartThings, its global connected living platform, has received the international standard ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for information security management systems (ISMSs). ISO 27001 is the leading global standard for ISMSs and was established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The standard provides companies with guidance to manage the risks to information assets systematically and achieve information protection goals. This certification was received from the British Standards Institution (BSI), a world-renowned standardization and certification organization. To be certified, a company has to meet the standard across a total of 123 detailed items, including policies…

Dubai, UAE– Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, and Gulf Data Hub (GDH), a leader in colocation services and data center solutions, announced details surrounding their transformational multi-year data center collaboration project at a facility dedicated to advancing biotechnological research and renewable energy generation in Dubai, UAE. Vertiv supported GDH in successfully deploying a new purpose-built, state-of-the-art data center in Dubai Silicon Oasis, helping to achieve high energy efficiency and operational excellence. This collaboration recognizes their shared commitment to establish new data center efficiencies and sustainability benchmarks in the region, leveraging Vertiv™ uninterruptible power supply (UPS),…

Nurlan Yermekbayev The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is a unique international entity that traces its roots back to the Shanghai Five, which was founded by five countries: the People’s Republic of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan. These nations initially collaborated to foster an atmosphere of trust and stability along their national borders. By the end of the 20th century, having achieved these goals, the leaders of the Shanghai Five decided to extend their cooperation into a fully-fledged international organization. Thus, in 2001, in Shanghai, the leaders of six countries signed documents formalizing the creation of the SCO. China’s role…