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Red Sea Global targets Italy in first step beyond Saudi
Luxury resort developer Red Sea Global plans to expand beyond Saudi Arabia, its CEO John Pagano told Reuters, with a first project abroad focused on tourism and hospitality in Italy. Pagano also said on Wednesday that he will be joining the board...
London Heathrow Airport crowned Europe’s most punctual hub as passenger numbers, investments, and sustainability progress soar
Heathrow has been named Europe’s most punctual major airport, achieving record passenger numbers, launching new routes, and driving sustainability and investment throughout 2025. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has been crowned Europe’s most...
SAUDIA Airline Begins Operations from VIA’s New Terminal 1
SAUDIA Airline has officially commenced operations from the newly inaugurated Terminal 1 of Velana International Airport (VIA), marking another milestone in the airport’s ongoing expansion and modernization efforts. A special ceremony was held...
Saudi DGA earns ISO innovation management certification
Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority (DGA) has been awarded the ISO 56001:2024 certification for innovation management systems, marking a significant achievement in its efforts to drive digital transformation. The certification, issued by...
Pakistan’s Claims On Saudi Defence Pact Face Heat After Afghan Border Conflict | Exclusive
Last Updated:October 22, 2025, 12:59 IST Saudi did not come to Pakistan’s aid, casting doubt over the latter’s assertions that its bond included a mutual defence pact akin to a “one attacked, both respond” agreement Rapid Read Summarized by AI. +...
Trump’s Words Aren’t Stopping China, Brazil And Other Countries From Setting Higher Climate Goals
Progress has still been slow despite the promises to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In the Marshall Islands, where the land averages only 7 feet above sea level, people are acutely aware of climate change. Their ancestors have lived on this...
NEOM Megacity
NEOM’s ambitious mega-city project in Saudi Arabia advances rapidly, showcasing futuristic designs and sustainable construction innovations, captivating global attention / AI-generated illustration Saudi Arabia’s NEOM megacity, particularly its...
AI delivers early returns in Saudi Arabia, pushing enterprises to a tipping point
Pieter Bil, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Kyndryl in the Middle East and Africa. Kyndryl, a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise services, recently released its second annual Readiness Report, drawing on responses from...
Events firm behind Saudi’s flagship conference to IPO next year
Richard Attias & Associates, the organizer of Saudi Arabia’s flagship investment conference, will “definitely” go public in Riyadh next year, according to the firm’s namesake founder. “We are in the IPO readiness process,” Attias told Semafor. “It...
Saudi Insurance Authority launches ‘ingate’ platform
The Insurance Authority in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia has launched the new ‘ingate’ digital platform to allow interested participants to register their interest in participating in and attending the Global Insurance Conference and Exhibition. The...
Autumn Events in Riyadh: A Joyful Ambience
One of the most notable seasons is the autumn events in Riyadh, which give the Saudi capital a lovely personality that combines inventiveness, culture, and amusement. Riyadh comes alive and sparkles with light throughout this season, with...
FM Dar, Saudi minister join forces to push for Gaza stability
Published on: October 22, 2025 4:07 PM Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone call to discuss the escalating situation in Gaza and the wider region. The Foreign Office confirmed that the...
UAE Green Finance Report 2025
UAE Green Finance Report 2025 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a dominant force in the Middle East’s green-finance landscape, driven by strong government commitments, influential sovereign-wealth funds, and clear regulatory frameworks. The market...
Saudi Arabia: Arabian Dyar, Modon deal to develop 90 ready-made factories in Jeddah
Arabian Dyar Real Estate Development Company has signed a strategic partnership with the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (Modon) to develop and construct ready-made factories in Jeddah, advancing its expansion into Saudi...
Submer expands to scale sustainable digital infrastructure in MEA and Turkey
Submer has announced the strengthening of its operations in the region with the presence of its subsidiary in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This regional expansion will be led by Khalid Aljamed with a focus on positioning Submer MEA as a...
AI adoption accelerates in Saudi Arabia: Kyndryl report
Kyndryl has released its second annual Readiness Report, drawing on responses from 3,700 senior leaders across 21 countries. The data reveals a moment of both momentum and reflection — as businesses in Saudi Arabia report growing returns from AI...
Saudi Railway sets up new SAR6 billion real estate fund
Riyad Capital is among Saudi Arabia’s largest investment managers and a major player in the Kingdom’s real estate sector. The firm manages over $25.8 billion in assets and more than US$205 billion in assets under custody. It launched Riyad REIT,...
Saudi food firms expand feed production amid rising demand
Leading food companies in Saudi Arabia are boosting feed production. Tanmiah Food launched a high-tech mill in Dahna, while Arabian Mills plans 4 projects in Riyadh and Hail to strengthen food security. Tanmiah Dahna feed mill With a nameplate...
Crazy Town: Episode 112. Unsung Heroes: Sustainability Gurus Who Influenced the Crazy Town Worldview
Asher Miller 00:00 Hi, I'm Asher Miller. Rob Dietz 00:02 I'm Rob Dietz. Jason Bradford 00:03 And I'm Jason Bradford. Welcome to Crazy Town, where "Ice Ice Baby" by Vanilla Ice has been declared the new national anthem. Rob Dietz 00:13 Some key...
IMI provides HIPPS for Saudi gas field expansion
IMI has provided Larsen & Toubro with four bespoke skids as part of a high-integrity pressure protection system (HIPPS) for the expansion of Saudi Arabia’s Hasbah Gas Field. This project, led by Saudi Aramco, aims to increase the supply of natural...