As part of its work to promote architectural excellence and grow its global membership, the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has been taking steps to strengthen its presence and strategic partnerships in the Gulf. This work coincides with the 15th anniversary of the RIBA Gulf...
Saudi Pharmaceutical Industries and Medical Appliances Corp. (SPIMACO) inked a Shariah-compliant credit facility agreement with Alinma Bank for SAR 220 million, according to a statement to Tadawul. The agreement includes a short-term, one-year facility at SAR 20 million, and...
Mubadala Investment Company has acquired an 80% stake in Global Medical Supply Chain (GMSC) and Al Ittihad Drug Store (IDS) from GlobalOne Healthcare Holding (GHH), with GHH retaining a 20% stake. This strategic acquisition enhances Mubadala's footprint in the healthcare logistics and...
The National Food Safety Committee discussed, during its second meeting in 2024, ways to develop food control systems and the progress of implementing the 2024-2026 action plan in collaboration with various regulatory bodies and local authorities across the UAE. Chaired by Mohammed Saeed Al...
The National CSR Fund – MAJRA has called on private sector companies to secure their Verified Impact Project Stamp to enhance trust and credibility. This initiative aims to validate corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects undertaken by companies and showcase their commitment to...
Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) organised a virtual introductory workshop about “Family Businesses” licences that are issued in the emirate of Sharjah. This workshop focuses on educating family businesses about the procedures and requirements necessary to register their...
The Ministry of Economy held a press briefing to outline the specifics of the new pricing policy that was previously introduced to monitor the pricing of essential consumer goods. The policy includes three ministerial decrees aimed at regulating the new pricing framework, enhancing the...
Sanad, the global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions leader, has announced the expansion of its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities to include the CFM LEAP-1A engine. This expansion bolsters Sanad's position as the leading engine MRO player in the Middle East and North ...
In his capacity as Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has issued Executive Council Resolution No. (99) of 2024, forming the Steering Committee for Overseeing the...
The Emarat Petroleum Company (Emarat) and Lootah Biofuels have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in line with the UAE plans to develop renewable energy sources and enhance sustainability. The MoU aims to establish a framework for cooperation between the two...
Edarat Communication and Information Technology Co. inked on Dec. 24, a Shariah-compliant credit facility agreement with Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) at SAR 18 million, according to a statement to Tadawul. The agreement included a medium-term, three-year facility at SAR 8 million to finance the...