The Aseer Region Development Authority in Saudi Arabia has launched an interactive digital map for Aseer Summer Season 2026, designed to help visitors explore tourist destinations, events, and experiences across the region’s governorates.
Wood has secured a five-year Long-Term Agreement with Aramco, extendable by three years, to provide engineering, design and project management services for oil, gas, refining, petrochemical and lower-carbon hydrogen projects in Saudi Arabia.
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's new national carrier, on Thursday launched daily direct flights between Riyadh and Dubai, operated by its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), in collaboration with the Public Health Authority (Weqaya), has launched a foundational training course in aviation medicine aimed at strengthening expertise and professional qualifications in the specialised field.
SICO Capital, a wholly owned subsidiary of SICO BSC (c), a leading regional asset manager, broker, and investment bank with direct presence in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, has launched the SICO GCC Dividends Fund.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) praised Saudi Arabia’s air traffic management during recent regional geopolitical tensions, commending its efficiency, resilience, and ability to maintain smooth and safe operations despite challenging circumstances in the region.
The UAE has maintained its position as the world's fifth most competitive economy while ranking first globally in Economic Performance in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, reinforcing its status as one of the world's most resilient and future-ready economies.
SME Bank, Aramco Taleed and fintech firm Manafa have launched new financing solutions for SMEs in Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector and Aramco ecosystem, aiming to improve funding access, liquidity and growth, with opportunities expected to reach SAR1.5 billion ($400 million) over five years.
Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector hit record highs in 2025, welcoming 123 million visitors and generating SAR304 billion ($81 billion) in spending. Tourism contributed 4.9% of GDP, created 1.03 million jobs, and saw women account for 47% of Saudi tourism employment.
Saudi Arabia has signed a series of housing, construction and technology agreements worth SAR1.9 billion ($507 million) with Chinese partners, including China State Construction Engineering, as the kingdom deepens cooperation with China in support of its Vision 2030 transformation programme.
