Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 19 May, 2016 5:07 am

Makkah museums attract visitors

Director of the Supreme Commission for Tourism and Antiquities in Makkah Dr. Faisal Al-Sharif confirmed that that there are classification criteria approved by the commission and applied meticulously to ensure a qualitative leap in museums’ displaying and conservation of artifacts. He pointed ...

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Technology & IT | Thursday 19 May, 2016 5:00 am

Evaporative Coolers Gain Share Over Traditional Coolers in the GCC

Portacool, LLC, the Texas-based global leader in evaporative cooling solutions, predicts double digit growth in the UAE and other parts of the Middle East and North Africa markets, which are expected to experience hotter climates as a result of forecasted weather...

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Cars & Autos | Thursday 19 May, 2016 4:28 am

Autobahn A9: Audi research car “Jack” shows social competence

Audi once again confirms its leading role in the field of piloted driving. Its latest research car, the Audi A7 piloted driving concept “Jack,” has not only learned how to autonomously perform all of its driving maneuvers on the expressway. Above all, it has learned how to show...

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Healthcare | Thursday 19 May, 2016 2:31 am

AESG Addresses Sterile Environment Needs of Healthcare Sector with Middle East’s First HEPA Filter Testing Service

In a bid to address a crucial market gap, AESG today announced the launch of its new HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter testing and certification service. Although vital to facilities such as operating theatres, pharmaceutical labs, and safety cabinets, this announcement marks the first...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 18 May, 2016 1:30 pm

Gulf Air Signs TransSys To Accelerate Its Digital Transformation Journey With Mobility and Hybrid Cloud

Gulf Air and TransSys Solutions announced that they have partnered to enhance Oracle E-Business Suite capabilities and features to utilise latest technologies such as mobility and interface to Hybrid Cloud. The agreement was signed by Dr. Jassim Haji, Director Information Technology, Gulf Air and...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 18 May, 2016 1:18 pm

ERICSSON WINS Fastest LTE Network and the Best Innovation In HetNet Development awards

Ericsson took home two prestigious awards at the 5G World MENA 2016 Awards Ceremony for Fastest LTE Network and the Best Innovation In HetNet Development during a ceremony held at the Conrad Hotel in Dubai. Ericsson’s Head of Mobile Broadband in Region Middle East, Rakesh Lakhani received the ...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 18 May, 2016 5:51 am

Samsung’s New TMF Refrigerator launched in the Saudi market

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., launched today its new Samsung top-mounted freezer (TMF) refrigerator, the RT7000, in Saudi Arabia. Designed to enhance modern living and deliver a more comfortable home, Samsung is the first manufacturer to bring its unique Twin Cooling PlusTM technology to the TMF...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 18 May, 2016 4:36 am

Qatar First Bank Praises Saudi Arabia’s 2030 Vision and Sets the Ground for a Presence in the Kingdom

Qatar First Bank L.L.C. (QFB), a leading Shari’ah-compliant bank based in Qatar offering investment opportunities and innovative financial solutions with local, regional and international reach, welcomed the Saudi Arabia 2030 vision announced by Saudi Arabia's Deputy Crown Prince Mohammad ...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 18 May, 2016 4:32 am

Sony Mobile launches new Xperia XA Ultra

Sony Mobile Communications today announced a new addition to the revamped Xperia X series with the stylish selfie-cam masterpiece, Xperia XA Ultra. Its large 6” screen, 16MP front camera, low-light sensor, up to two days battery life* and stylish thin design with a borderless screen makes it...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 18 May, 2016 3:18 am

Lenovo to Host Second Annual Tech World with Industry Tech Giants

 Lenovo today announced that #LenovoTechWorld, the company’s strategic technology conference, comes to San Francisco on June 9, 2016. The second annual conference brings together some of the industry’s top leaders along with Lenovo chairman and CEO Yang Yuanqing for the...

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