The future of logistics: Insights from DHL’s Amadou Diallo
The future of logistics is a convergence of technology, sustainability, and human ingenuity, which are transforming supply chains into more...
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First wind turbines reach Saudi green hydrogen plant, says CEO
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - The first wind turbines have arrived at what Saudi officials bill as the world's biggest green hydrogen...
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‘KSA bets big on technology and AI, makes global supply chain excellent’
Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim AlKhorayef highlighted his ministry’s role in the country’s development in...
- Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim AlKhorayef highlighted his ministry’s role in the country’s development in a interview with TRENDS at DAVOS 2023
- ‘As for our industry, we have certain programs to train young people and make our new investments more and more technology-based,’ says the Saudi minister AlKhorayef
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Rise and fall of luxury-loving former Malaysia first lady
Rosmah Mansor, who was sentenced to 10 years in prison and given a US$216 million fine for graft, has been...
- Born on December 10, 1951, Rosmah was the only child of a Malay school headmaster and his teacher wife in southern Negeri Sembilan state.
- Rosmah has reportedly accumulated an enormous collection of luxury handbags, and is said to shop at Harrods in London, Chanel in Hawaii, Saks Fifth Avenue in New York.
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Qatar Economic Forum highlights country’s role
The forum reflects the strategic position of Qatar as an influential economic player and as a bridge for communication and...
- Qatar Economic Forum reflects the country's status as an influential economic player
- The forum reflects Qatar's keenness to enhance international cooperation to achieve a just economic recovery
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‘UAE’s new labor law is a game-changer’
Legal and business leaders tell TRENDS that the new legislation is in line with the industrial modernization roadmap that the...
- The changes in the new labor law are fairly substantial and necessitate amendments to existing employment contracts
- They also call for modifications to policies and procedures concerning future agreements with new employees
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Musk’s world and we just live in it
Buying Twitter is just the latest conquest for Musk, who has revolutionized the car industry, sent his own rocket to...
- Musk, 50, last year became the world's richest person taking the title from Amazon's Jeff Bezos
- His new guise as a social media overlord will fuel controversy over his political views, business methods and outsized personality
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Should you invest in Metaverse real estate?
The economic opportunities and jobs created by the Metaverse will revolutionize how we work, socialize, play, and earn, says Sebastien...
- Revenues from the Metaverse are estimated to grow to $800 billion in 2024
- Metaverse plot prices rose from $100 in January 2021 to $15,000 in December 2021
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GCC FMCG market faces headwinds
Certain FMCG companies benefited from the pandemic since people spent more time at home baking and spending time together. As...
- Rising worldwide raw material and transportation costs have put pressure on FMCG profits
- The current global issues caused by rising oil prices is also impacting consumers and prices
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Abu Dhabi to trade carbon credits like assets
Carbon credits can be traded on legal carbon markets, such as the Emissions Trading System of the European Union. They...
- Expected to launch in Q3 2022, ACX will be established as a recognized investment exchange regulated by ADGM
- The GCC's broader plan to achieve net-zero was one of the main factors in establishing a carbon market in Abu Dhabi
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BNPL gains currency in the UAE
It also seems to be extremely helpful for customers who want to pay for a purchase in installments or make...
- BNPL payments in the UAE are expected to grow 89.4% on an annual basis to reach $1.82 billion in 2022
- BNPL is not just for Gen Y and millennials; it is expected to see adoption by elderly individuals as well
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GCC luxury market grows despite supply chain woes
The GCC personal luxury market will continue to be on a ‘strong growth trajectory,’ Chalhoub Group Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)...
- High-end jewelry is expected to continue to record strong growth in the region
- Meanwhile, online shopping has doubled in the Middle East in the last two years
The future of logistics: Insights from DHL’s Amadou Diallo
The future of logistics is a convergence of technology, sustainability, and human ingenuity, which are transforming supply chains into more...
Interview
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Qatar Economic Forum highlights country’s role
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‘UAE’s new labor law is a game-changer’
Legal and business leaders tell TRENDS that the new legislation is in line with the industrial modernization roadmap that the...
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Musk’s world and we just live in it
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GCC FMCG market faces headwinds
Certain FMCG companies benefited from the pandemic since people spent more time at home baking and spending time together. As...
- Rising worldwide raw material and transportation costs have put pressure on FMCG profits
- The current global issues caused by rising oil prices is also impacting consumers and prices
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Abu Dhabi to trade carbon credits like assets
Carbon credits can be traded on legal carbon markets, such as the Emissions Trading System of the European Union. They...
- Expected to launch in Q3 2022, ACX will be established as a recognized investment exchange regulated by ADGM
- The GCC's broader plan to achieve net-zero was one of the main factors in establishing a carbon market in Abu Dhabi
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BNPL gains currency in the UAE
It also seems to be extremely helpful for customers who want to pay for a purchase in installments or make...
- BNPL payments in the UAE are expected to grow 89.4% on an annual basis to reach $1.82 billion in 2022
- BNPL is not just for Gen Y and millennials; it is expected to see adoption by elderly individuals as well