Midal Cables, a leading industrial group with a strong manufacturing presence in both Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, is showcasing its advanced industrial capabilities and products as the company’s continued progress in production efficiency at the Made in GCC 2026” event in Bahrain.
Bahrain’s non-oil exports of national origin dropped by 56% to reach BD153 million ($406.4 million) in August 2026, compared to BD350 million for same month in 2025.
Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has concluded the 18th meeting of the Spectrum Strategy and Coordination Committee (SSCC), which continues to shape Bahrain’s digital future in line with Bahrain Economic Vision 2030.
Bahrain’s Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, Dr. Mohammed Bin Dinah, stressed the importance of closer GCC coordination on oil and energy policies to safeguard global energy security and market stability amid rapid economic, technological and geopolitical changes.
Gulf states are seeking to strengthen industrial co-operation and expand manufacturing’s contribution to their economies as they pursue diversification and greater resilience, said senior officials on the opening day of the inaugural 'Made in GCC Forum and Exhibition 2026' in Bahrain.
The Gulf countries have approved five joint industrial investment opportunities as part of an initiative to identify 20 projects across the GCC region, marking a step forward in efforts to deepen industrial integration and boost its manufacturing base, said a top official at the debut 'Made in GCC 2026' event in Bahrain.
Air India Express is expanding its India–West Asia network under its Winter 2026 schedule, with up to 135 daily departures connecting 23 Indian cities with 12 gateways across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
The Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company (ASRY), the leading maritime fabrication facility in GCC, has announced the winners of the first cycle of its 'Ibtaker Award' that was launched recently to foster a culture of creativity and out of the box thinking across the workplace.
Advantari, a Bahrain-based consultancy specialising in digital transformation and cyber security, marked its fifth anniversary with a special celebration.
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has launched “Gulf Air Gardens,” its largest green project at the airline’s headquarters, spanning an area of 2,900 sq m. Launched in conjunction with National Tree Week, the garden is scheduled to open in November 2026, reflecting the airline’s commitment to environmental sustainability and supporting the Kingdom’s efforts to expand green spaces.
