Qatar To Boost European LNG Sales As Gas Trades At 7-Year High

Qatari shipments to Europe under medium- or long-term contracts will rise 22 per cent in 2014, the biggest jump since 2009.

Experts Urge Greater Support For UAE Female Start-Ups

Young female entrepreneurs in the UAE require greater mentorship and hands-on-training, say businesswomen in the country.

Saudi King Appoints Son To Head Mecca Province

Prince Mishaal replaces Prince Khaled al-Faisal, who has been made education minister.

Qatar Plans First IPO Since 2010

Mesaieed Petrochemical, a unit of Qatar Petroleum, plans to launch an $880 million IPO In January.

MAF To Develop $467m Mall of Oman Project

The mall, set to become the largest shopping destination in the Sultanate, will house 350 stores.

Dubai’s Ruler Issues New Decree To Regulate Rents

As per the ruling, landlords can raise rents by 20 per cent if contracts are 40 per cent or more below average prices.

UAE Ranks High On Global M&A Attractiveness Index

M&A activity in the UAE has been picking up pace as market conditions improve.

Qatar Airways Starts Hangzhou Flights

Doha carrier flies into scenic Hangzhou which features a rapidly expanding hi-tech and hotel scene

Arabtec Launches New Property Arm In UAE

The builder said it would set up real estate development units in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

UAE Telcos Launch Mobile Number Portability

The mobile number portability service will come into effect on December 30.

Alitalia In Talks With Etihad For Possible Investment

The struggling Italian carrier is studying other options as well, said its CEO.

Apple’s iPhone 5 Is UAE’s Most Popular Smartphone – TRA

iPhone 5 had a marketshare of 2.8 per cent in the third quarter, slightly higher than Samsung’s Galaxy S3.

Saudi Oil Minister Says Market Fears Oil Shortages

Al- Naimi played down any suggestion the Kingdom was ready to cut production to accommodate increased supply.

BAE Systems Falls After UAE Halts Eurofighter Talks

The company had been in discussions with the UAE about a deal possibly worth around $9.82 billion.

Saudi Deportations Leave Broken Dreams In Africa, Asia

More than a million immigrants from across the world have left Saudi Arabia since March.

Broadening Dubai Derivatives

As the UAE market outlook improves, DGCX is looking to expand its offerings.

How Does Air Traffic Control Work At Dubai International Airport?

Ever wondered how your aeroplane is guided out of the airport? Or how aircrafts don’t bump into each other in the sky? Here’s a step-by- step guide.

Dubai Ranks 23 Among World’s Most Expensive Office Markets

Dubai’s office rental market growth is driven by the emirate’s favourable economic and investor-friendly conditions.

Commercial Bank Of Dubai Obtains $450m Loan

Proceeds from the three-year loan will be used for general business purposes.

Bahraini Batelco’s Foreign Ambitions Crimped

The Bahraini operator bought Cable & Wireless Communications’ (CWC) Islands division for $570 million in April.

Etihad Signs Codeshare With Aegean Airlines

Agreement provides Greeks with greater global connectivity and Etihad with improved access to Greece and mainland Europe

Dubai’s Abraaj Plans Further Turkey Deal Next Year

Abraaj bought 80 per cent of dairy producer Yorsan Gida Mamulleri AS for an undisclosed price this month.

Dubai’s Empower Said To Appoint Banks For $600m Financing

Empower is planning a takeover of rival utility Palm District Cooling, say sources.

UAE Plans To Hike Emiratisation In The Media Sector

Currently emiratisation in the UAE’s media industry stands at just a little over 25 per cent.

Flora Hospitality Unveils Dhs750m Dubai Expansion

Non-alcoholic chain embarks on new growth curve following Expo win

US Burger Chain Steak ‘n Shake To Launch In Saudi

The company plans to open 50 restaurants across the Kingdom in the coming years.

Houston Exhibit Shows Antiquities From Saudi Arabia

Roads of Arabia, which runs through March 9, features tools, steles, incense burners, statues and other pieces from the Kingdom.

National Bank Of Kuwait CEO Dabdoub To Retire After 30 Years At Helm

Dabdoub helped transform NBK from a local bank into a major regional lender with offices in 16 countries.

Kuwaiti Gets 5-Year Jail Term For Insulting Ruler

The convicted man’s lawyer said the ruling against Kuwaiti Mohammad al-Mikhyal was “harsh” and did not take into account his mental health problems.

Saudi’s SEC Signs $366m Japanese-Backed Loan For Jeddah Power Plant

The facility, funded by Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ and Mizuho Financial Group, is part of a wider $2 billion finance package for the Jeddah South project.