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Reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to advancing responsible banking practices in Kuwait Kuwait, 9 April 2026 Burgan Bank has unveiled its 2025 Annual Sustainability Report, reinforcing its commitment to responsible banking while driving measurable progress across its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities and marking another milestone in its journey to advance responsible banking and long-term value creation. The 2025 report reflects a year of scaled impact and deeper integration of ESG across the Bank’s strategy, operations, and decision-making; documenting Burgan Bank’s dedication to shaping a more re

At the 62nd Annual General Assembly Meeting Kuwait, 29 March 2026 – Burgan Bank K.P.S.C. (“Burgan Bank” or “the Bank”) held its 62nd Annual General Assembly Meeting on Saturday, 28 March 2026, at its headquarters, with a quorum of 83.122% of shareholders present, exceeding the minimum threshold of more than 50% as prescribed by regulatory guidelines and the Bank’s bylaws. During the meeting, shareholders reviewed the Bank’s financial results and operational performance for the fiscal year ended 31 December 2025, and approved the distribution of cash dividend of 6 fils per share, in addition to bon

Solid Performance as Company Completes Strategic Transformation 24 March 2026 – Makhazen, the new operating brand of Agility Public Warehousing Company KSCP, today announced its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025. For FY 2025, Makhazen reported net profit from continuing operations of KD 49.3 million, or 19.31 fils per share, an increase of 13.1% compared to the same period last year. EBITDA increased 37.8% to KD 83.1 million and EBIT increased 42.9% to KD 74.9 million, while revenue stood at KD 151.5 million, these results reflect solid performance across the Group’s operating businesses. As of December 31, 20

Kuwait, 16 March 2026: In preparation for Eid Al Fitr, Kuwait International Bank (KIB) announced the availability of its annual Eidiya service across its network of branches and ATMs throughout Kuwait. Through this service, KIB aims to provide customers with convenient access to Eidiya in various denominations, supporting their Eid preparations while reaffirming the Bank’s commitment to delivering accessible and customer-focused banking solutions. Commenting on the initiative, Nawaf Al-Khrayef, Deputy General Manager of Retail Banking at KIB, said: “We extend our warmest wishes to the leadership and people of Kuwait as we appro

12 March 2026 (Lima) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value chain: Making publications more efficient: IATA is launching an AI Subject Matter Expert (AI SME), a mobile and web-based application that helps operational teams quickly find information in IATA cargo and safety publications by asking questions in plain language. The tool provides accurate answers within seconds. This supports faster operational dec

11 March 2026 (Lima) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry: Accelerating digitalization Strengthening global standards Enhancing safety and security “Air cargo plays a critical role in connecting businesses to global markets and keeping supply chains moving, even as the operating environment becomes more complex. With so many external events impacting global supply chains—including the tariff and geopolitical shocks—it is important that we work on building resilience in areas we can control or influence. Working together to strengthen

The Bank’s people-centric tribute garnered millions of views, reflecting strong national engagement across generations Kuwait, 25 February 2026 – Building on the recent launch of its brand refresh and the reintroduction of its core brand narrative, ‘Driven by You’, Burgan Bank recently concluded its 2026 National Day campaign under the title: ‘Thank You for the Good That Shaped Our Nation’. The campaign stood as a natural extension of the Bank’s renewed identity, placing people at the center of progress, purpose, and national pride. At its core, the initiative reflected a simple yet powerful belie

Burgan Bank K.P.S.C. (“Burgan” or “the Bank”) announced its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025 (FY’25), reporting a resilient performance underpinned by disciplined strategy execution, diversified revenue streams, prudent risk management, and a robust balance sheet. The Bank’s results were achieved amid a complex global and regional backdrop shaped by evolving economic conditions and ongoing geopolitical developments. For FY’25, total revenues increased 17% y-o-y to KD 268 million, driven by strong growth across both interest and non-interest income streams. Net interest income r

SHEGLAM invites beauty lovers across the GCC to step into a new hair universe with the regional launch of SHEGLAM Hair, its newest category dedicated to empowering self-expression through trend-driven styling tools and innovative hair essentials. Now officially available across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman, the line brings professional-grade performance, intuitive design, and everyday creativity to consumers across the region. Their extensive selection of trendsetting products and bestselling haircare and styling tools will leave you feeling confident, comfortable and entirely your own. Earlier this month, S

Airline’s worldwide rollout of SITA’s SD-WAN sets a new benchmark for aviation connectivity and performance GENEVA – 13 November 2025 – Airlines today face the dual challenge of rising passenger volumes and increasingly complex digital operations. Legacy networks are stretched thin, making it harder to keep global outstations connected, secure, and resilient. To overcome these pressures, Qatar Airways, one of the world’s leading airlines, has rolled out SITA’s next-generation Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology across its international outstations. The agreement marks the first large-scale SD-WA