Sharjah Central Welcomes Zudio with the Launch of its First Store in Sharjah

Sharjah, September 17th,2025 – Sharjah Central Mall proudly announces the opening of Zudio’s first store in Sharjah, a landmark addition that brings one of India’s fastest growing fashion brands to the heart of the Emirate. This launch underscores the mall’s commitment to curating a dynamic retail mix that combines global names with homegrown favorites, all under one roof.

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The 6th Annual Middle East Instrumentation Cybersecurity and Automation EXPO (MEICA)

MEICA EXPO 2025 Convenes Global Leaders to Drive Innovation in Instrumentation, Cybersecurity, and Automation in Middle East

This year’s edition drew an impressive international presence, comprising 70% Middle East, 10% UK/Europe, 10% Asia Pacific, 5% United States, and 5% other regions

Abu Dhabi, UAE – September 2025 — The 6th Annual Middle East Instrumentation Cybersecurity and Automation EXPO (MEICA) marked a successful opening at Rixos Marina, Abu Dhabi, bringing together global leaders, technical experts, and industry stakeholders from 16th to 18th September 2025. This year’s event is hosted by UAE Cybesecurity Council and supported by ISA Saudi Arabia Section. As the region’s first and only dedicated platform for instrumentation, process automation, and industrial cybersecurity, the event reaffirmed its position as a premier hub for knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaboration across the energy and heavy industries.

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Reflex Angelo Joins MERED’s Dubai Project to deliver a full Pininfarina experience

Dubai, UAE; 17 September, 2025 – MERED, the award-winning international real estate developer, has partnered with Reflex Angelo, the global Italian luxury furniture brand, to provide Pininfarina branded furniture able to enhance the one of a kind living experience at ICONIC Residences Design by Pininfarina, the developer’s flagship project in Dubai. This collaboration marks Reflex Angelo’s debut partnership with a real estate developer in the UAE.

Apartments in ICONIC Residences will feature custom-design built-in furniture by Pininfarina. As part of collaboration with Reflex, residents will have the option to complete their homes with a Pininfarina furniture premium collection, enjoying exclusive perks and benefits that bring the full Italian experience throughout their living space. Located in Dubai Internet City, the 290-metre tower will be the tallest in the area, offering 310 luxury apartments with sea views and convenient access to hotspots like Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina.

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GCC food sector poised for steady growth amid evolving consumer preferences, says Alpen Capital

Dubai – September 17th, 2025: Alpen Capital’s latest report forecasts the GCC’s food consumption to grow by 4.6 million MT to reach 55.5 million MT by 2029. While overall food consumption is expected to increase in line with population growth, changing consumer preferences, rising nutritional awareness and healthier eating habits are expected to influence the mix of food categories that are consumed in the coming years. This evolving landscape is likely to compel operators to adapt as well as create opportunities to strengthen their market presence.  

Sharmin Karanjia, Executive Director, Alpen Capital

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UAE Leading $18B Middle East Space Market Growth, BCG Report

The UAE holds 40-45% market share as regional space economy shows strong 5% CAGR trajectory through 2033.

Middle East, September 17, 2025 – The Middle East and Africa (MEA) space market is valued at USD 18 billion, according to a new report from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) titled Governments in Space: A universe of opportunities. The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar represent the core of the region’s civil space investments – each contributing actively to the GCC’s emergence as a hub for space innovation and ambition.  

Faisal_Hamady, Managing Director & Partner_BCG

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