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Financial & Wealth Management
On 1 November, Bahrain-based SICO announced approximately US$1.6 billion in new business mandates awarded during 2026. This includes around US$1.4 billion in fund and portfolio...
Read storyESG & Sustainability
On 27 October, stc Bahrain introduced a feature in its my stc app allowing users to contribute towards tree planting across the Kingdom. The initiative supports national...
Read storyEducation & Consulting
On 1 November, Tamkeen signed an agreement to support Ahlia University’s expansion, increasing its capacity from 2,100 to 5,000 students. The project’s total investment value was...
Read storyTravel, Hospitality & Leisure
On 27 October, Bahrain’s Economic Development Board announced preparations for Gateway Gulf 2026, scheduled for 1–2 November at the Four Seasons Hotel in Bahrain Bay. The event is...
Read storyTechnology & Digital Strategy
On 25 October, News of Bahrain reported that ARRAY Innovation had achieved CMMI Maturity Level 5 following an appraisal by KPMG, described in the report as a first for Bahrain....
Read storyStartups & Venture Capital
Between 26 and 27 October, Bahrain’s business updates highlighted Zain Bahrain and Kerne Youth’s Women in Tech initiative alongside preparations for Gateway Gulf 2026. These...
Read storyReal Estate & Development
On 27 October, Bahrain’s Economic Development Board highlighted Gateway Gulf 2026, due to take place on 1–2 November at the Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay. The forum is designed...
Read storyMedia, Marketing & PR
On 22 October, Seef Properties announced sponsorship of the Student Film Festival of Bahrain 2026, organised by Saynario, including hosting festival events at Al Liwan Cinema. The...
Read storyMarket Research & Analytics
Updates published between 21 and 27 October included preparations for Gateway Gulf 2026, Alba’s participation in London Metal Exchange Week and Bahrain’s water-infrastructure...
Read storyM&A & Corporate Finance
On 24 October, National Bank of Bahrain Group announced a sustainable collateralised Murabaha transaction valued at more than US$50 million, involving NBB and Bahrain Islamic...
Read storyLegal, Regulatory & Compliance
On 21 October, reports covered a Bahrain–France memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. The agreement focuses on developing the...
Read storyInfrastructure & Energy
On 22 October, MEED reported that Bahrain had opened bids for water projects on the Hawar Islands, including a seawater intake and outfall system intended to serve a planned...
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