Bahrain

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Bahrain advances tourism digitalisation, sustainability: Al Sairafi

Sun, 27 Sep 2026

Bahrain is continuing efforts to strengthen its tourism sector by developing its competitive advantages, expanding digital transformation and promoting sustainable tourism, Tourism Minister Fatima Al Sairafi said on World Tourism Day.

Construction & Real Estate Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Alba to play key role at debut 'Made in GCC 2026' expo in Bahrain

Sat, 26 Sep 2026

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world's largest aluminium smelter on one site, has signed up as a supporting partner for the inaugural 'Made in GCC 2026 Forum to be held at Exhibition World Bahrain next month. Alba will be showcasing its products portfolio and approach to sustainability across the aluminium value chain.

Finance & Capital Market

Bahrain ministry backs AMAN’s compliance solutions rollout

Fri, 25 Sep 2026

Bahrain's Ministry of Social Development has welcomed AMAN Compliance Solutions' partnership with Family Microfinance House (FMH) at a ceremony held at the ministry's headquarters in Manama.

Construction & Real Estate

Bahrain's Al Hunainiyah Water Project on track for 2027 completion

Thu, 24 Sep 2026

Bahraini authorities have announced that work is in full swing on the Al Hunainiyah Water Distribution Station project in Riffa and will be completed by 2027-end. The project includes a ground-level reservoir with a capacity of 10 million imperial gallons as well as an elevated reservoir with a 1.25 MIGD capacity.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Gulf Air, Sepang Formula 1 event to strengthen Bahrain-Malaysia travel ties

Wed, 23 Sep 2026

Bahrain and Malaysia are set to deepen tourism and travel ties as Gulf Air launches direct flights to Kuala Lumpur on September 29, 2026, ahead of the Formula 1 event at Sepang International Circuit, boosting connectivity and access for travellers.

Finance & Capital Market AI & Automation

Global AI visionary Mo Gawdat to headline Bahrain Fintech Forward

Wed, 23 Sep 2026

Former Chief Business Officer of Google X, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and internationally recognised AI expert Mo Gawdat will share his perspective on the future of artificial intelligence, human judgment, and responsible decision-making at the Fintech Forward 2026 in Bahrain.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping IT & Telecommunications

Batelco by Beyon teams up with Procural to expand SME participation

Sun, 20 Sep 2026

Batelco by Beyon, a leading provider of innovative telecommunications and digital services that empower people and enable businesses, has signed a partnership with Procural, a Bahrain-based e-procurement platform, to accelerate the digital transformation of its procurement operations.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Entrepreneurs’ Organisation opens first dedicated HQ in Bahrain

Sun, 20 Sep 2026

Bahrain has announced the opening of the first dedicated headquarters of the Entrepreneurs’ Organisation – Bahrain (EO Bahrain), thus marking a significant milestone in the chapter’s journey and reinforcing its commitment to advancing entrepreneurship and private sector growth in the kingdom.

Finance & Capital Market

Benefit H1 transactions rise to 261.2m valued at $51.16bn

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Benefit, Bahrain’s leader in Fintech and electronic financial transactions, recorded 261.2 million transactions across the Electronic Fund Transfer System (EFTS)in the first half (H1) of 2026.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Bahrain announces September fuel prices

Wed, 02 Sep 2026

Bahrain has announced September fuel prices, effective September 2, with rates reflecting global market movements. Jayyid 91 is 0.225 ($0.60) dinar per litre, Mumtaz 95 at 0.247, Super 98 at 0.380, and diesel at 0.229.