Amman’s outgoing transport chief Ayman Smadi represents a shining example of how a dedicated civil servant can make a positive difference to our everyday lives. GAM should ensure that the work he started progresses as planned. By Hazem Zureiqat Last month,…
In a bid to reach young, tech-savvy consumers, brands in Jordan are increasingly partnering with social media influencers with armies of loyal online followers. By Laith Abou-Ragheb The advertising industry’s switch to online is picking up pace around the world,…
Now that the second phase of the multimillion-dollar project to expand Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) is complete, Jordan’s main gateway to the world will be able to smoothly handle rising traffic demand for years to come. By Laith Abou-Ragheb…
A suite of Sky Software’s advanced quality management and guest services solutions were recently implemented at Towers Rotana with the aim of boosting the quality of the hotel’s services and providing their guests with a valuable and memorable experience. The…
While luxury goods sales remain sluggish in traditionally strong markets like Russia and China, demand for brands like Louis Vuitton and Bulgari look set to grow in the Middle East despite regional unrest, according to a recent Deloitte report. The…
Samih Toukan, Cofounder of Maktoob.com Date of Interview: July 2009 Maktoob, the first social network in the Arab World, was one of the first to exploit the new medium of the Internet as it was launched in the early 2000s….
ReserveOut, the leading online restaurant reservations platform and table management system provider in the Middle East and other growth markets, just announced a Series A raise of over $4 million led by regional VC firm Silicon Badia with the participation…
Customers around the world are using digital access to tailor the way that they shop, according to Deloitte’s recent report entitled “Navigating the new digital divide”. With more shoppers – both in the developed and developing worlds – embracing cultural…
Gaining a foothold in the economic powerhouse of Dubai is an ambition held by many Jordanian SMEs. But to succeed in doing so, preparation is key. By Rebecca Irvine The benefits of setting up a business in Dubai are easy…
Formula One Star Martin Brundle and New Jaguar XJR Take On High-Flying ‘Jetman’ in World-First Desert Drag Race In a unique contest deep in the Dubai desert, Jetman Dubai pilot Yves Rossy took on his first-ever live race when he…