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Marriott signs deal to launch The Westin Abha by 2031

Mon, 06 Jul 2026

Marriott International will open the 464-room The Westin Abha in Saudi Arabia’s Asir region by 2031 under a new agreement with Manarat Al Dheyafah Company. Located in Jabal Thah Valley, the hotel will provide easy access to the airport and city centre.

Finance & Capital Market

SICO completes merger of fund services unit into bank

Sat, 04 Jul 2026

Bahrain-based investment bank SICO has announced the successful completion of the merger of its key subsidiary, SICO Funds Services Company, into the bank, thus marking the final phase of its strategic integration initiative designed to further boost its integrated operating model.

Finance & Capital Market

Gross insurance premiums in Saudi Arabia hit $22.59bn in 2025

Fri, 31 Jul 2026

Gross written insurance premiums in Saudi Arabia increased by 10.7% in 2025 to reach SAR84.3 billion ($22.59 billion), compared with 2024, a report said.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Saudi launches maritime security alliance as conflict threatens Suez shipping

Fri, 31 Jul 2026

Saudi Arabia has launched a major international initiative to safeguard global shipping lanes, securing the backing of 14 countries for a proposed Maritime Defense Alliance as escalating conflict between the US and Iran raises fresh concerns over the security of two of the world's most important maritime trade corridors — the Strait of Hormuz and the Suez Canal.

Construction & Real Estate

Cityscape expands to Saudi Arabia's Western Region with new event in Jeddah

Thu, 30 Jul 2026

The Cityscape brand is expanding to Saudi Arabia’s Western Region with the launch of Cityscape West KSA, sponsored by the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing (MOMAH), creating a dedicated platform for the region.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping Miscellaneous

Saudi food company Al Babtain to sell entire stake in Jordan's Chocolate Lake

Thu, 30 Jul 2026

Saudi food company Al Babtain said it has agreed to sell its entire 3% stake in Jordan-based Chocolate Lake Company to Dubai group Indulgent Food International Holding. The deal is part of Indulgent Food's acquisition of a 70% stake in the confectionery maker from existing shareholders.

Finance & Capital Market

International investors deploy $5.3bn into Saudi private markets in 2025

Fri, 03 Jul 2026

Foreign private capital investment in Saudi Arabia's private markets reached SAR20 billion ($5.3 billion) in 2025, representing about 60% of total private capital investment in the Kingdom and marking a significant milestone in the continued expansion of Saudi Arabia's private capital ecosystem.

Construction & Real Estate

Saudi, Pakistan boards sign MoU to develop cricket stadium in Jeddah

Fri, 03 Jul 2026

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.

Energy, Oil & Gas

US-Saudi Mera Oil advances final site selection for $5bn refinery project

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

US-Saudi consortium Mera Oil has entered the final stage of selecting a host location for its planned $5 billion integrated refinery and energy export corridor. Following three years of evaluation, three GCC sites outside the Strait of Hormuz have been shortlisted.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

flynas, Turkish Airlines sign codeshare partnership

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

flynas and Turkish Airlines have signed a codeshare agreement to strengthen air connectivity between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and destinations across their global networks.