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Top award for Technology Control Company

The SAS public security business has named Technology Control Company (TCC) its public security partner of the year for 2011.

Huawei launches ‘Honor’ in Kingdom

Prince Waleed bin Saud, chairman BDL, a service provider and a partner of giant electronic Chinese company "Huawei, told reporters on Tuesday that China's technology is highly competitive and Huawei, being number five in the world with a sales amounting to $33 billion for telecom carrier business alone, would make its product "Honor" a smartphone of confidence and trust.

Saudia Cargo moves 73-ton generator rotor rotor

Saudi Airlines Cargo has successfully transported a 73-ton generator rotor to Jeddah from Chengdu, China, on behalf of Rabigh Electricity Company (RABEC).

Emirates to start third daily flight to Milan

Emirates has announced a third daily flight to Milan from June 1, taking to 49 the number of weekly flights offered to Italy. The new service will be operated by a 237-seat Airbus A330-200 in a three-class configuration.

Saudi Post honors Abana

Saudi Post recently honored Abana Enterprises Group Co., as a partner in achieving success at the annual forum held under the motto: “Let us think, let us be creative.”

STC ‘student key’ provides more discounts

In line with Saudi Telecom Co. (STC) keenness on diversifying its services to meet the expectations of various segments of the society and in assertion of the significance of customers, it introduced Student Key with new and several advantages.

Swedish envoy highlights STC’s prominent status

Swedish Ambassador Dag Juhlin-Dannfelt paid a visit to the STC Group headquarters in Riyadh. He was received by STC Group CEO Saud bin Majed Al-Daweesh in the presence of STC CEO Jameel bin Abdullah Al-Molhem.

STC committed to 4G network expansion

The total number of STC Group subscribers has surpassed 160 million customers across the world, its CEO Saud bin Majed Al-Daweesh announced.

‘Live chat’ with Zain KSA customer services

Zain KSA has introduced a new service that allows customers to communicate directly with the Call Center via live chat on its website sa.zain.com.

Etihad partners with Mobily’s loyalty program

Etihad Etisalat (Mobily) is continuing the enhancement of its loyalty program — Neqaty — by signing a strategic agreement with Etihad Airways.

Fitch affirms SABB’s rating

Fitch Ratings said it has affirmed Saudi British Bank’s (SABB) long-term local and foreign currencies Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) at "A" respectively with stable outlooks.

IFC invests $124m in MedGulf

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is investing up to $124 million in the Mediterranean and Gulf Insurance and Reinsurance Company (MedGulf).

Mobily reveals packages for BlackBerry service

Etihad Etisalat (Mobily) has announced its latest packages for BlackBerry service, the new "Premium" and "Plus" packages; dedicated to its new and existing subscribers whether postpaid or prepaid, for a fixed monthly fees with great benefits and for a limited period.

Zain Saudi Arabia takes part in 'We share to participate' forum

Zain Saudi Arabia, through its participation in the first Forum for Social Responsibility in Riyadh, organized by Saudi Aramco, under the title "We share to participate" at Saudi Aramco headquarters in Dhahran last Wednesday, emphasized on a number of community partnership issues and the culture of social responsibility which it considers a priority.

Ethiopian carrier flying to Dammam

Ethiopian Airlines has started operating new nonstop flights to Dammam from Addis Ababa.

Key posting at Hilton Worldwide

Hilton Worldwide Middle East and Africa is set to further increase its presence across Africa and Indian Ocean with the announcement of the company’s most senior appointment for the continent.

Top German delegation visits Sulaiman Al-Habib Hospital

A high level German delegation, comprising officials of several companies specialized in the medical communications field, paid a visit to Dr. Sulaiman Al-Habib Hospital.

Elaf Bank extends financing facility in Malaysia

Elaf Bank said it has concluded an Ijarah Muntahia Bittamalluk facility to Serba Dinamik Sdn. Bhd. (SDSB) to finance a five-year contract awarded by Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd.

Motorola Mobility dazzles with ‘smart actions’

Aside from Motorola Razr’s groundbreaking design and dazzling technological specs, the smartphone is winning plaudits on the Middle Eastern smartphone scene for its ability to make life that little bit easier.

STC provides discounts for Lanka National Day

To share the happiness with the Sri Lankan community among, as they commemorate their Independence Day on Saturday, Saudi Telecom Co. (STC) decided to provide them a chance to easily communicate and contact their families and beloved, back home, at a discount rate of 50 percent.             

SABB, Zamil mark 50 years of partnership

The Saudi British Bank (SABB) has recognized the Zamil Group for completing 50 years as a key SABB Commercial Banking customer.

Faisaliah and Radisson Blu chefs a big draw at RFF

Indonesian chefs consisting of Dede, Bayu and Aruji are a big attraction for food lovers at Faisaliah Hotel, one of the organizing hotels of Riyadh Food Festival (RFF), which is sponsored by Saudi Committee for Tourism and Antiquities in cooperation with Tourism Development Council in Riyadh.

Second Home Centre in Madinah City

Home Centre KSA, a leading market retailer in furniture and home furnishing, unveiled a brand new look and feel with their latest store at Madinah City.

STC and Apple hold strategic talks in Riyadh

RIYADH: The strategic partnership between the STC Group and Apple Corporation was the focus of a high-level meeting held at STC headquarters in Riyadh. The talks came as the STC moves ahead of the market by introducing iPhone 4 and other smartphones and tablets. The STC has also launched a host of a new packages and pptions to meet customers’ needs and to keep pace with their expectations, a press release said.

Etihad, Waha team up for Somalia

Etihad Airways and Waha International, an international non-profit, non-governmental organization, have teamed-up to transport disaster relief kits to Somalia. The relief kits, destined for two refugee camps and two hospitals in the Somali capital Mogadishu, contained 474 tents, 50 education boxes, and three tons of electrical material.

Body Shop launches new 'Chocomania' range

The Body Shop launched their new body care range called "Chocomania" for its chocoholic customers in Saudi Arabia.

Al-Rajhi Bank deploys Gemalto solution

Al-Rajhi Bank, a major financial institution in Saudi Arabia, has completed the main phase of the Dexxis Instant Issuance deployment program for on-the-spot EMV card delivery.

DHL Express names country manager for Saudi Arabia

DHL Express, a leading cross-border express services provider, has named Geoff Walsh as its new country manager for Saudi Arabia in a management restructure of its Middle East And North Africa operations.

Zain KSA sets benchmark in customer service

Saud Al-Bawardi, chief commercial officer (CCO) at Zain Saudi Arabia, highlighted the company’s success in achieving the top position in customer services, according to results announced by an independent research entity.

‘Aircon’ show planned in Riyadh

The Saudi heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) sector is expected to achieve between 30 and 50 percent growth to emerge as a SR4.5 billion market by 2014.

Sindbad announces Swiss holiday raffle

Sindbad, Oman Air's frequent flyer program, has announced its second online raffle.

Matco opens SR3m center in Riyadh

Solution provider Maham Al-Khaleej Trading Company (Matco) has announced the opening in Riyadh of its SR3 million center.

SEHAI deal to boost training

Saudi Electronics and Home Appliances Institute (SEHAI) has signed a major agreement with Japan Cooperation Center for the Middle East (JCCME) to expand its training programs on the sidelines of the Japanese-Saudi Business Opportunities Forum in Tokyo.

STC rings up higher returns

Deutsche Bank has renewed its positive outlook for Saudi Telecom Co. (STC) shares. It recommends STC’s share price at SR48.

Panasonic promotes eco learning

Winning entries for Panasonic’s eco picture diary competition are truly inspirational, says Panasonic executive.

Zain to reward promotion winners

Zain Saudi Arabia said the closing ceremony for its promotional campaign "Amani Zain" will be held on Thursday (Feb. 9) at Granada Mall in Riyadh.

Fashion Exposure brings in new brands

Fashion Exposure has announced the debut of three global mother and child clothing brands, Noukie’s, Paris and Oliver and forms, in the Kingdom as they opened their stores at Stars Avenue Mall in Jeddah.

World on the threshold of changes in Internet technology

Saud bin Majed Al-Daweesh, CEO of the STC Group, has said that the "next decade will witness crucial changes in the dominance of the Internet. One of them will be the Internet's controlling hands will shift from Western individuals and institutions to their counterparts in the emerging markets eastward, especially the mobile phones.

AAC posts 70% increase in Cadillac sales

Aljomaih Automotive Company (AAC), the exclusive dealer for Cadillac cars in Saudi Arabia, posted a qualitative leap in Cadillac sales in January 2012 reached 70 percent compared to same period of last year.

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Iran attack: History does not repeat itself too often

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Attacks in Syria’s Homs resume after Russian peace foray

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Haia recruits to be trained

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