Mona Lisa’s Toshiba Smile

Toshiba’s MEA managing director, Yasuyoshi Matsunaga, talks about powering the world’s fastest elevator and Middle East expansion.

Turkey’s E-Commerce Firms Set For Shakeout

According to a Deloitte report on e-commerce in Turkey, 17 merger and acquisition deals were closed last year.

QE2 To Be Converted Into Asia-Based Floating Hotel

The Dubai-based cruise liner will be renovated into a 500-room luxury hotel.

Boeing Beats Airbus On Deliveries And Orders

But Airbus had a stronger year in the competitive single-aisle arena as it received 455 deliveries, while Boeing recorded 415 for its next-generation B737s

Boeing Dreamliner Is ‘Safe’ – Analyst

As countries around the world ground their 787s on battery fears, analysts say the new aircraft is only facing teething problems.

Currency Crisis Won’t Stop Qatar’s Soc Gen Buy

The Gulf bank is buying a 77 per cent stake in National Societe Generale Bank.

Qatar Joins US, India, Japan Airlines In Grounding Boeing 787s

Qatar Airways CEO says it will only resume 787 operations “when we are clear that the aircraft meets the full requirements of the Airworthiness Directive”.

Gulf Airports Warned Over Security Threats

Regional airports were warned today to remain vigilant from ever-present security threats.

ME Must Remove Fuel Subsidies To Grow Renewables ­– Expert

The UAE and Saudi Arabia will find it very challenging to reach their renewable energy targets if they don’t phase out fossil fuel subsidies, warns senior IEA official.

Investors Face Uncertainties In 2013 – Barclays

A report by the lender has warned to be wary of the US fiscal cliff, the on-going Euro crisis and the Chinese economy.

Qatar Airways Denies Talks To Buy SpiceJet Stake

Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker says the carrier has no plans to acquire stakes in any Indian airlines.

Etihad Starting Amsterdam Flights

Abu Dhabi airline’s arrival in May will help boost Netherlands-UAE trade links, currently valued at $3.6 billion

Bahrain’s Investcorp sells CCC Information Services

Investcorp sold the insurance industry software provider to US-headquartered Leonard Green & Partners.

Emirates Airline President – “Oil Prices Spiked By Greed”

Tim Clark tells Gulf Business the airline industry will continue to face problems in 2013.

UAE’s Abraaj Group Sells Thai Hospital Stake

Abraaj sold its stake in Vejthani to KPJ Healthcare for an undisclosed sum.

Nike Unveils McIlroy Sponsorship In Abu Dhabi

The golfing star has split from previous sponsor Jumeirah and joins Tiger Woods.

Obama Meets New Saudi Minister At White House

The President of the United States met with Prince Mohammed bin Nayef to discuss security issues.

Bank Of America To Increase Gulf Lending

The investment bank expects activity to pick up in the MENA region in 2013.

China To Join UAE-Based IRENA

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) now has 160 participating countries.

Rolls-Royce ME Reports Record Year

Sales in the Middle East were up 26 per cent as Saudi and Abu Dhabi performed strongly, says global CEO.

Morgan Stanley To Trim Dubai Staff Amid Global Cuts

The bank plans to slash 1,600 jobs globally to reduce costs.

Standard Chartered CEO – ‘Excessive Austerity Will Be A Disaster’

V. Shankar, CEO of Standard Chartered EMEA, says much will still depend on Europe.

UAE’s TAQA Buys Stake In India Hydro Plant

The Abu Dhabi National Energy Company has acquired an interest in Himachal Sorang Power Limited for an undisclosed sum.

Kenya Sees 96.3% Rise In UAE Visitors

A total of 32,865 people arrived in Kenya from the UAE in the first ten months of 2012.

Boeing Confident Of FAA Dreamliner Probe

Boeing said Federal Aviation Administration will find no significant issues with Dreamliner safety.

France’s Hollande In UAE Visit For Total

The French President will meet Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahayan to help Total win a $10 billion deal.

Winners And Losers In Emerging Markets

China will storm ahead of Brazil in 2013 says Matein Khalid, fund manager in a royal investment office.

Drive To Success – Interview With Rolls Royce’s Briscoe

Geoff Briscoe, regional director for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, gives the insider view on the region’s luxury auto market.

Revealed: Top 10 Best CEOs In The World

INSEAD, along with the Harvard Business Review, ranks the best performing chief executives in the world.

Swatch Group 2012 Sales Up 14%

The group expects good results at operating profit and net income level when they’re released next month.