Decrypting the crypto trends 2022
From NFTs to the metaverse, 2021 saw crypto breaking into mainstream consciousness. But as we move past the inflection point, Ripple’s Managing Director for APAC & MENA, Brooks Entwistle, predicts a more focused approach to crypto in 2022 with a renewed focus on real-world applications and their tangible business outcomes. Over the past year, the […]
Huhtamaki signs VPPA with BayWa r.e. for sustainable energy
Huhtamaki takes a major step towards its target of using 100% renewable electricity and carbon-neutral production by 2030 by signing the largest solar Power Purchase Agreement in the packaging industry in Europe Carbon neutral production and the use of 100% renewable electricity by 2030 are stated to be among Huhtamaki’s sustainability ambitions. By signing two […]
Tata Motors and Bandhan Bank signs MOU to fund their passenger vehicles customers
Tata Motors, India’s automotive manufacturer, has become the OEM of choice for Bandhan Bank to sign a retail finance MoU, offering exciting finance options to all its passenger vehicle customers. As part of the tie-up, Bandhan Bank is said to provide loans to Tata Motors’ customers at an interest rate starting from as low as […]
ADNOC and H&P announces Rig Enablement Framework Agreement
ADNOC Drilling Company and Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (“H&P”) today jointly announced the finalization of the Rig Enablement Framework Agreement (“Framework Agreement”). The Framework Agreement is stated to advance ADNOC Drilling’s land rig operational performance, as well as support its ambitious growth and expansion plans. Focused on improving drilling efficiencies and unlocking operational savings, the […]
ekar launches its services in Thailand
ekar, the Middle East’s mobility company, is launching operations in Thailand starting with Bangkok in January 2022, followed by other cities later in the year. As a beachhead strategy, ekar is launching its proprietary car subscription service which offers cars from one to nine-month terms for a single monthly subscription cost with no down payments […]
FSS and CSB Bank partners to open Smart Cash Franchises
FSS (Financial Software and Systems), a provider of integrated payment products and a payments processor, and CSB Bank, one of the oldest private sector banks in India, have joined forces to deliver hyperlocal banking services to financially underserved segments. Under the aegis of this partnership, CSB Bank and FSS plan to open 1,000 Smart Cash […]
DIFC announces the set-up of Specialised court for the Digital Economy
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts today announced the launch of a ‘Specialised Court for the Digital Economy’ aimed at simplifying the settlement process of complex civil and commercial disputes related to the digital economy. The new specialised Court will deal with national and international disputes related to current and emerging technologies. It will […]
Petra Capital launches Arrow Asset Management Fund in 2022
According to Mr. Marias, Arrow Asset Management Fund will target ASX-listed investments with a market capitalization below US$500M upon entry. These emerging opportunities are stated to include stocks with strong niche attributes in technology, innovation, renewables, primary industries, and other investments exclusive to Australia or where Australia provides a competitive advantage. The fund will be […]
Jio-bp and Mahindra group signs MOU for EV products and Low-Carbon solutions
Reliance BP Mobility Limited (RBML), operating under the brand name Jio-bp and The Mahindra Group, today announced a non-binding MoU for exploring the creation of EV products and services, alongside identifying synergies in low-carbon and conventional fuels. The MoU also covers evaluating charging solutions by Jio-bp for Mahindra vehicles including electric 3 and 4 wheelers, […]
Aramco collaborates with L&T for Manufacturing Sector Development
The Saudi Arabian Oil Company (“Aramco” or “the Company”) in collaboration with Indian conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is developing manufacturing capabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding outlining collaboration on L&T’s efforts to establish the region’s first Heavy Wall Pressure Vessels facility at Saudi Arabia’s strategically […]
