Environment & Energy | Saturday 30 March, 2019 2:39 am

Saudi Arabia seeks EOIs for big desalination project

Saudi Arabia's Water & Electricity Company (WEC) has invited expressions of interest (EOIs) for the development of an independent water project (IWP) in Yanbu province using reverse osmosis (RO) seawater desalination technology. The desalination plant will be located near the...

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Environment & Energy | Saturday 30 March, 2019 2:35 am

Saudi Arabia’s SABIC sticking with growth plans, will discuss synergies with Aramco

Saudi Basic Industries Corp’s (SABIC) investment plans will not be affected by oil giant Aramco’s purchase of a 70 percent stake in the company, its chief executive said on Friday, adding SABIC would look to integrate assets with Aramco to boost growth. Saudi Aramco, the world’s...

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Culture & Education | Saturday 30 March, 2019 2:34 am

That’s a wrap: Sharqiah Season delights 730,000 visitors

With an expert eye, Norah Al-Rumaih scanned the one-off dining options that have appeared all over the Eastern Province during the Sharqiyah Season. When you own a restaurant, there is always something you can learn. As the season’s 83 events covering culture, education and sports wound...

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Cars & Autos | Saturday 30 March, 2019 2:30 am

Stage Set for Epic Cross Country Rally Action in Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Powered by Nissan

The eyes of the cross country rallying world will be on the UAE capital when the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge Powered by Nissan starts on Saturday under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler's Representative in Al Dafrah Region.   Organised by the...

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Business & Money | Saturday 30 March, 2019 2:29 am

Islamic Financing & 3d Visualisation Tipped for Saudi Real Estate Marketing Success

 Increasingly sophisticated Saudi Arabian real estate buyers are demanding Islamic financing options and a high-tech approach to project marketing, according to exhibitors due at Cityscape Jeddah 2019 – the largest trade show for the development segment within the Kingdom’s...

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Healthcare | Saturday 30 March, 2019 2:23 am

The 2nd International Obstetrics & Gynecology and Fertility Conference in Abu Dhabi Concludes Today

The 2nd International Obstetrics, Gynecology and Fertility Conference organized by Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children and HealthPlus Fertility Centers, part of United Eastern Medical Services (UEMedical) Group in Abu Dhabi, recommended in its last day on Friday to train physicians to ...

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Business & Money | Saturday 30 March, 2019 1:59 am

Every Drop Counts – Not Only on World Water Day: GROHE’s Innovations Promote Sustainable Water Management

For GROHE, a leading global brand for complete bathroom solutions and kitchen faucets, water is not only a source of joy, but also a precious resource. Globally, access to clean drinking water is not a matter of course; it often takes a back seat to public perception given the good water supply of...

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Culture & Education | Saturday 30 March, 2019 1:46 am

Dubai Customs wins CIO IN GOVERNMENT at Catalysts Awards

Brought by GEC Media Group and organized by Enterprise Channels MEA, the Catalysts Awards in its 5th edition honored the industry trailblazers including Dubai Customs. The event, held in conjunction with The Future IT Summit, was held on 13th March at The Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa, Dubai....

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Technology & IT | Friday 29 March, 2019 5:00 am

Winter Olympics’ 2026 Bid to Showcase Thought Leadership, Technology and Innovation

The eyes of the sporting world will be on Sweden in 2026 if Stockholm-Åre wins the right to host the 25th Winter Olympic Games and 14th Winter Paralympic Games. With technology and connectivity playing a bigger role than ever for participants and fans at major events, Ericsson is supporting...

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Environment & Energy | Friday 29 March, 2019 4:29 am

Arab nations facing ‘serious’ challenges over food security: agriculture chief

Arab countries must pay “serious” attention to improving the management of water and land resources to reduce the “food gap” in the region, a senior agriculture official has warned. Food security was one of the major challenges facing the region’s agricultural sector, ...

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