New Chairman For Telecoms Provider Zain Saudi

Fahd bin Ibrahim al-Dughaither has been named the new head of the struggling telecoms operator.

Abu Dhabi Airports Company Appoints Tony Douglas As New CEO

Douglas was formerly CEO of Abu Dhabi Ports Company (ADPC) and replaces James Bennet.

Top 10 Technology IPOs In 2012

Apart from Facebook, how many other tech IPOs in 2012 can you remember?

Politics, Money Overhang Ambitious Lebanon Telecom Reforms

Lebanon wants to become a digital hub for the Middle East, selling excess bandwidth to other countries.

Gulf Bonds’ Huge Order Books Not As Solid As They Seem

Recent bond issues have seen heavy bids but perform poorly in the secondary market.

Pictures: First Mandarin Oriental Residences In Turkey

The luxury villas will be targeted at wealthy Gulf buyers looking for an escape from the summer heat.

GCC’s Islamic Banking Assets’ Growth Slows To 14%

Growth in 2012 was up on 2011, far outperforming conventional banking assets’ growth of 8.1 per cent.

Apartment Prices In Dubai Marina, JLT Rise 8-10%

Property rates in prime locations have increased substantially in the last six months, says new report.

Arabtec To Raise $650m Via Rights Issue By End-June

The Dubai-based contractor said that the fundraising was part of a five-year expansion plan.

US Imports Of Saudi Crude Oil Up Nearly 300,000 bpd Last Week

Shipments to the US from OPEC’s top producer had dipped earlier in the year.

UAE Set To Award Bab Gas Project To Shell

ADNOC has recommended that Shell win the multi-billion dollar project, sources have said.

Leeds United Owner Says Seeks Investors, Not Buyer

The statement conflicts with comments made by its Bahrain-based parent Gulf Finance House.

Fitch Says Saudi Upgrade Likely, Outlook Positive

The country could get a one-notch upgrade if it makes more progress tackling unemployment and diversifying the economy.

Obama Talks Tough On Syria, Counsels Patience With Iran

The long-running Middle East peace process took a back seat at the start of Obama’s four-day tour.

Emirates Signs 5-Year Sponsorship Deal With Barcelona Open

As part of the deal, the airline will have promotional rights to branding and digital elements of the tennis tournament.

YouTube Users In MENA Can Now Monetise Original Content

The video-sharing website has started its partner programme in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt.

IATA Raises Profit Outlook For World’s Airlines

The International Air Transport Association expects the industry to make a net profit of $10.6 billion this year.

Dubai’s DEWA Says No More Sukuk Issues Before 2015

DEWA’s $1 billion Islamic bond issued in February drew very strong demand.

Qatar Airways Expands In Iraq

The new capacity raises its Iraq network to five destinations and frequencies to 20 weekly services

Dubai’s DMCC Launches Islamic Commodity Trade Platform

The platform allows trading of warehouse receipts, which represent ownership of commodities stored at warehouses.

UAE Oil Firm Lamprell Fined Dhs13.3m By London Regulator

The UK’s Financial Services Authority said Lamprell failed to inform the market of its deteriorating financial position on time.

Dubai’s DP World Posts 21% Profit Growth For 2012

The company’s profit was boosted by a $249 million gain from sale of non-core assets.

Saudi Labour Reforms Add 600,000 Private Sector Jobs

Unemployment among men last year dropped to 6.1 per cent, the lowest figure since 2000.

Dubai-Based GFH Capital In Talks To Sell Leeds United Soccer Club

GFH Capital purchased the club from majority shareholder Ken Bates at the end of last year.

US Fertilizer Firm Enters Phosphate Joint Venture In Saudi Arabia

US-based Mosaic Co plans to invest up to $1 billion in a joint venture with Saudi firms Ma’aden and SABIC.

Top 10 Busiest Airports In The World

A country’s global aviation reach is at the top of its bragging rights, with these airports seeing more passengers than any others.

Abu Dhabi’s Kizad On Track To Generate 150,000 Jobs

Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi has signed deals with 50 local and international companies, says CEO.

New Sri Lankan Airport Takes Flight With UAE Low-cost Carriers

New airport aims to boost business development along eastern and southern coasts and take pressure off Colombo

Oman’s Bank Muscat To Price $500m Bond

Despite attracting more than $2.5 billion of demand so far the size of the bond will not be increased.

Abu Dhabi’s Al Hilal Bank To Issue Sukuk In Q3

The lender expects to obtain a credit rating in the coming two or three months.