Government | Monday 14 June, 2021 2:39 am

Ministry reveals 3 packages for Hajj, costs from SR12,000 to 16,000

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has revealed the requirements and procedure of registration for Hajj 2021 via the electronic portal for domestic pilgrims. The Ministry has allowed women to register for the pilgrimage without a male guardian (mahram) along with other women. “Those wishing ...

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Environment & Energy | Monday 14 June, 2021 2:30 am

Building first desalination plant using clean energy in Saudi Arabia

GE Renewable Energy’s Grid Solutions has won a deal from Doosan Heavy Industries and Construction Co. Ltd., to build a turnkey substation that will power the Yanbu-4 independent water producer plant. This is the first integrated, seawater reverse osmosis project in the Kingdom that uses clean...

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Government | Monday 14 June, 2021 2:28 am

PIF APPOINTS THREE SENIOR EXECUTIVES AS FUND CONTINUES EXPANSION

The Public Investment Fund (PIF), Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, today announced the appointments of Eyas AlDossari and Omar AlMadhi as Senior Directors to its MENA Investments Division, and Abdullah Shaker as Senior Director to its Global Capital Finance Division. PIF earlier this week ...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 13 June, 2021 2:58 pm

Embrace Blissful Poolside Evenings at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh’s New Lounge “Al Balcon”

Riyadh’s best-kept secret, Al Balcon, is an ideal retreat for guests looking for a peaceful open-air environment.    Riyadh, KSA, June 2021: Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh an award-winning iconic hotel, ideally located in the heart of Riyadh, announces the opening of its newest...

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Technology & IT | Sunday 13 June, 2021 12:34 pm

Saudi Arabia’s Tawakkalna app operating in 75 countries worldwide

 Countries in the first phase of the app’s international availability include: Kuwait, the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, Algeria, Sudan, Somalia, Morocco, Tunisia, Djibouti, Libya, Egypt, Mauritania, Indonesia, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, South Africa, Lebanon, Nigeria, India, Eritrea,...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Sunday 13 June, 2021 12:25 pm

Saudi Seasons Returns with Double Momentum and Bigger, More Exciting and Diverse Events

 Visit Saudi has announced the return of Saudi Seasons this year, doubling down on activity and programming, with bigger, more exciting and diverse events. The nationwide program meets the aspirations of individuals and families from different segments and will kick-off in the fourth quarter...

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Business & Money | Sunday 13 June, 2021 11:27 am

Bahri Moves Up Multiple Spots to Rank 40th on Forbes ME’s Top 100 List for 2021

Strengthening its position as one of the biggest, most valuable, and most profitable companies in the Middle East region, Bahri, a global leader in logistics and transportation, has been featured in Forbes Middle East’s list of the top 100 companies for 2021. Bahri advanced 36 spots on the list...

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Business & Money | Thursday 10 June, 2021 7:11 am

GACA, Saudi Institute of Internal Auditors Sign an Agreement to Implement Performance Quality Assessment Services

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) signed today a cooperation agreement with the Saudi Institute of Internal Auditors in the field of implementing quality performance evaluation services for GACA internal audit department, with the aim of activating aspects of partnership and...

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Business & Money | Thursday 10 June, 2021 7:07 am

Red Sea Development Company Contracts with ARCHIRODON to Build Bridge to Main Hub Island Shurayrah

The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC) has appointed ARCHIRODON to design and build a 1.2km iconic bridge which is part of the 3.3km crossing to its main hub island, Shurayrah. TRSDC CEO John Pagano said that ARCHIRODON, a leading EPC global Group, will provide engineering, procurement and...

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Business & Money | Thursday 10 June, 2021 6:53 am

Cisco Flexes Its Muscle in Cloud: Helping Customers Be Cloud Smart to Deliver Exceptional Digital Experiences

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) today announced new ways it is helping customers accelerate digital transformation as they move more resources to the cloud. The hyper-connected, distributed world we live in now relies on cloud more than ever, and IT teams are facing challenges to provide people with the...

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