Saudi Aramco produces first unconventional gas at South Ghawar
Saudi Aramco, the world’s biggest oil producer, has produced the first unconventional tight gas from its South Ghawar operational area two months ahead of schedule as the energy giant seeks to boost its gas production. “This development supports Aramco’s strategy to increase gas production by more than 50 per cent, over 2021 levels, through 2030, […]
Riyadh Air signs with Microsoft, Lufthansa for digital operations
At the ongoing Dubai Airshow, Riyadh Air and Microsoft signed a Memorandum of Understanding to drive innovation and sustainability across Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector. As part of the agreement, Riyadh Air has selected Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform as it aims leverage the secure, scalable, and reliable infrastructure for its operational efficiency and customer service. The […]
NEOM unveils 275m futuristic Epicon Towers
One of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious giga-projects, NEOM has announced the launch of a luxury coastal tourism destination called Epicon. A statement on its launch described Epicon as a “luxury coastal tourism destination which includes a residential offering.” Epicon in the desert The new development, located on the Gulf of Aqaba, will comprise off two […]
Saudia, Riyadh Air ink landmark deal to boost kingdom’s aviation ecosystem
Saudi Arabia’s main carriers Saudia and Riyadh Air have inked a strategic cooperation MoU as part of a comprehensive agreement to include codeshare flights. The MOU, the first major agreement between the two airlines, will set the tone for the future of Saudi Arabia’s aviation ecosystem. The partnership will offer many benefits for passengers travelling […]
Ajex joins forces with Modon to boost Saudi logistics offering
Ajex Logistics Services, a Middle East specialist in express logistics and industrial solutions, has sealed a partnership deal with Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (Modon) that will see the group operate expanded logistics services from the burgeoning industrial epicenter of Dammam. Marking yet another significant step in Ajex’s growth since its launch […]
SAL in deal to build new logistics park at Jeddah port
Saudi Logistics Services (SAL) has signed a contract with Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) to establish a logistics park at Jeddah Islamic Port, to build a logistics park at Jeddah port on a total area of 54,000 sq m as part of its efforts to enhance the kingdom’s sea and air connectivity. This agreement is aligned […]