Bahrain

Media & Promotion

Bahrain destroys 74 missiles, 92 Iranian drones since Saturday

Wed, 04 Mar 2026

The Kingdom of Bahrain has announced that its air defence systems, which remain fully prepared and ready at all times to address any threats, have successfully destroyed 74 missiles and 92 Iranian drones that were targeted at civilian facilities and private property since Saturday.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Bahrain bans maritime movement for seafarers during night

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Bahrain's Interior Ministry has announced a ban on maritime movement for seafarers using fishing and leisure vessels in the interest of safeguarding seafarers amid the blatant Iranian aggression against Bahrain, using missiles and drones, and the serious risks this poses to the safety of citizens and residents.

Construction & Real Estate

Acwa, GS Inma in race for Bahrain’s Hidd Independent Water Project

Tue, 03 Mar 2026

Bahrain's Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) has announced that it has received bids from leading utility developers - Saudi group Acwa (formerly Acwa Power) and Spanish major GS Inima Environment - for its landmark Hidd Independent Water Production (IWP) Project.

Finance & Capital Market

SICO approves 7.5pc cash dividend at 2026 virtual AGM

Sun, 29 Mar 2026

SICO held its 2026 virtual AGM, approving a 7.5% cash dividend, endorsing 2025 financial statements, and reporting BD5.5 million ($14.6 million) net profit, with participation from regulators, shareholders, board members, and external auditors.

Construction & Real Estate

Bahrain's Foulath Holding declares force majeure over Mideast tensions

Sun, 29 Mar 2026

Foulath Holding, an industrial holding company with major steel investments and the parent company of Bahrain Steel and SULB, has announced a force majeure situation affecting certain group operations as a result of the ongoing regional conflict in the Middle East.

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Kuwait's airport radar system, port infrastructure hit in drone attacks

Sat, 28 Mar 2026

Kuwait ​International Airport ​was targeted by multiple drone ⁠attacks that ​caused significant damage to ​its radar system but resulted in no casualties, ​according to state news agency ​KUNA. Also the country's Mubarak Al Kabeer Port infrastructure came under a missile attack early Friday.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Gulf Air opens limited flights to Indian subcontinent via Dammam

Thu, 26 Mar 2026

Bahrain's national carrier Gulf Air has announced the operation of limited repatriation flights to select destinations in the Indian subcontinent via King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, further supporting passenger travel during the temporary closure of Bahrain’s airspace.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Saudi Ports opens new maritime route to Bahrain via Dammam

Wed, 25 Mar 2026

The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced the launch of a maritime link with Bahrain through the Gulf Shuttle shipping service operated by MSC, via King Abdulaziz Port, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance maritime connectivity and expand shipping networks.

IT & Telecommunications

Mazad launches three-digit licence plate auction in Bahrain

Tue, 24 Mar 2026

Mazad, a leading digital auctions and marketplace platform in Bahrain, and a Mumtalakat portfolio company, has announced the launch of a special auction for a unique three‑digit vehicle license plate number, 994, in response to the growing demand for distinctive triple‑digit plates.

Media & Promotion

Bahraini families, institutions show unity amid Iranian strikes

Mon, 23 Mar 2026

Amid the Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain and other Gulf countries, Bahraini families, community leaders, business figures and civil society organisations have issued statements emphasising their support for the kingdom, national unity, and loyalty under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad.