flynas, a leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East, has launched its first direct flights between Jeddah and Rabat, marking an expansion of its African network and strengthening air links between Saudi Arabia and Morocco.
Saudi-based Sumou Real Estate has announced that it had signed a project development mangement contract with Arch 3 Real Estate Development Company for a premium 6,394-sq-m mixed-use project in Jeddah. The key project will have a total built-up area of about 57,000 sq m.
Saudi Arabia has taken another step towards establishing itself as a global sporting destination after the Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation (SACF) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop an international cricket stadium in Jeddah.
Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has signed seven contracts worth a total of SAR1 billion ($262 million) with national and international companies for the construction and expansion of logistics centres at Jeddah Islamic Port and the Al Khumra logistics zone.
Saudi-based Manazel Al Naqaa has signed an agreement with Marriott International to rebrand Shirvan Hotel City Yard Jeddah as an Autograph Collection Hotel. The property will undergo visual identity development and selected enhancement works ahead of its opening in December.
The Global Water Organization (GWO) convened representatives of its eight founding member states in Jeddah to review progress since the group's charter was signed last year. The delegates also discussed the organisation’s four-year strategy focused on research and innovation as well as data and insights.
Valvoline, a global leader in automotive and industrial solutions, has announced the launch of its commercial business operations for the newly-formed Valvoline Arabia Lubricants Company (ValCo). Headquartered in Jeddah, ValCo's offices will serve as Valvoline's regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia.
Radisson continues to expand in Saudi Arabia, with 50 hotels open and under development across the kingdom, as it targets 100 properties in operation by 2030. The group aims to open 1,000 more rooms in the country during the second half, said a top official.
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has joined the International Air Transport Association (IATA) following the launch of its inaugural flights to London and Jeddah, marking a milestone in its global expansion strategy.
Riyadh Air launched its first domestic route between Riyadh and Jeddah on June 15, marking a key step in expanding its Kingdom-wide network, with flight frequencies set to increase from two daily services to four from July 2.
