His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, today directed the Emirati Human Resources Development Council in Dubai to develop a 100-day action plan to enhance the employment of Emiratis in the private sector. During a meeting of the Council chaired by him, HH Sheikh Maktoum stressed that the […]
Najm for Insurance Services is preparing to take part in the Umrah season following announcements by the Ministry of Umrah and Hajj to accept pilgrims from citizens and residents in the Kingdom, and gradually receive Umrah applications from prospective pilgrims all around the world with the arrival of the new Hijri year 1443 coinciding with […]
Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), Qatar’s leading digital bank, has received the “Most User-Friendly Mobile Banking Solutions in Qatar” Award from International Finance Magazine, a London-based global financial publication. QIB has launched its all-new version of its award-winning Mobile App, creating a simplified and more engaging user experience. The App adopts a convenient, “step by step”, […]
HC Securities & Investments acted as co-advisor to MAC Beverages Ltd and its affiliates (“MBL”) on the sale of their 52.7% stake in Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Egypt (“CCBCE”), as a part of Coca-Cola HBC Holdings B.V (“CCH Holdings”) acquisition of 94.7% of total CCBCE’s shares for an agreed total combined purchase price of US$ 427 million, […]
As part of its mission to solidify its position in the Middle East as a leading global warehouse automation integrator and software publisher, Savoye has announced the appointment of Alain Kaddoum as the Middle East Managing Director. With Kaddoum now on board, Savoye will enhance its long-term strategy to become one of the leading providers […]
Pearl Polyurethane, the leading system house covering the Middle East and North Africa, has appointed a new CEO as part of an ambitious growth plan to double the size of the Dubai-headquartered company and expand internationally over the coming five years. Former Bayer executive, Martin Kruczinna, who took up the CEO’s role in February 2021 […]
The Israeli pavilion, produced by AVS, a company headed by Malki Shem-Tov, and designed by Knafo Klimor Architects, is 15 meters (M) high and 1,550 square meters (SQM) built up area. The architecture draws its inspiration from the arid landscapes of Israel and other Middle Eastern countries. The pavilion adopts the shape of sand dunes […]
NorthLadder has appointed Mihin Shah to assume the role of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). NorthLadder is an auction-driven, second-hand online marketplace for pre-owned luxury assets and electronics. As the startup expands its presence in the region, it will benefit greatly from its newest member to drive growth. Given his experience and expertise, Mihin is well […]
The Board of Directors (Board) of the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has announced the appointment of F. Christopher Calabia as the new Chief Executive of the DFSA. Chris will succeed Bryan Stirewalt with effect from 1 October 2021. Chris is an accomplished leader in financial regulation with a career that spans 30 years in […]
His Excellency Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, Chairman of the World Government Summit Organization, has approved the appointment of Mohamed Yousef Al Sharhan as Deputy Managing Director of WGS, in a step that embodies the directions of the UAE leadership to empower the youth, and enable them into creating effective change and […]
