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GWC inks strategic collaboration with EU cloud platform Apify

Sun, 01 Feb 2026

Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC), one of the region’s leading logistics providers, has announced that it has sealed a strategic collaboration with Apify, a European cloud platform specialising in web data extraction, automation, and AI-driven workflows.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Kuwait low-cost carrier Jazeera celebrates 20 years of flying

Mon, 08 Dec 2025

Kuwait’s leading low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways celebrated its 20th anniversary with an exclusive partner recognition event. Today, it operates a fleet of 23 Airbus aircraft and serves 70 destinations across the Middle East, Central and South Asia, Europe, and Africa.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Mideast, South Asia drive global air cargo tonnages in November

Sat, 06 Dec 2025

The global air cargo tonnages in November surged by 5% over last year, extending year-on-year gains of September and October. The growth was mainly led by traffic originating in the Middle East and South Asia region, which posted a 11% growth, said a report.

Finance & Capital Market Media & Promotion

Forbes unveils region’s Top 30 Rising Trailblazers

Sat, 27 Dec 2025

Forbes Middle East has revealed its eighth annual 30 Under 30 list, celebrating the region’s most dynamic young leaders, innovative creators, and catalysts for change. Egyptians topped the list with 19 honourees, followed closely by 18 Saudis and 15 Lebanese.

Health & Environment

Eight Abu Dhabi facilities in Newsweek’s specialist hospitals’ list

Thu, 25 Dec 2025

Eight healthcare facilities in Abu Dhabi were featured in Newsweek’s Best Specialised Hospitals Middle East 2026 list, with five ranking among the region’s top 10 across multiple specialties. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi topped the Middle East rankings list.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Fahad Al Mheiri named Boeing Vice President for Mena

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Boeing has appointed Fahad Al Mheiri as its new Vice President for the Middle East Gulf and North Africa region, starting in January. Based in Dubai, Al Mheiri succeeds Kuljit Ghata-Aura, who has moved into a new executive role with the company.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

RHI Magnesita boosts regional operations with new Dubai office

Thu, 18 Dec 2025

RHI Magnesita, a global leader in refractory products and services for the steel, cement, glass, and non-ferrous metals industries, has strengthened its operations in the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa region by setting up its regional head office in Dubai.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

MICE in 2026: Smarter sourcing, stronger experiences

Wed, 17 Dec 2025

The Middle East has cemented its position as a place of choice for planners delivering world class in person experiences. 2025 Cvent’s Top Lists named Dubai the #1 meeting destination, with Istanbul at #2 and Abu Dhabi at #3, underscoring the region’s unmatched infrastructure, access, and service culture.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Air Arabia launches daily flights to Munich from Sharjah

Mon, 15 Dec 2025

Air Arabia, a leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa has announced the official launch of its daily non-stop flights to Munich from its hub in Sharjah, thus marking the airline’s first German destination served directly from UAE.

Motoring

Jorge Plata to lead General Motors' Mideast, Africa operations

Fri, 12 Dec 2025

General Motors has announced a leadership transition in its Middle East, Africa operations with Jorge Plata taking over as the new President and Managing Director effective March 1. He succeeds Jack Uppal who moves to Canada as President and Managing Director.