Bahrain

Industry, Logistics & Shipping Media & Promotion

Bahrain’s Fablemill joins Goldfinch to power Mideast film industry growth

Mon, 18 May 2026

Fablemill, a Bahraini production company, has joined forces with London-based Goldfinch International to launch a bold new platform supporting the growth of film, TV and creative industries in the region. It is tailored to help creative industries scale through smarter policy development and support for local creative projects.

Finance & Capital Market

American Express Middle East partners with Beyon Al Dana Amphitheatre

Sun, 17 May 2026

American Express Middle East has announced a new partnership with Beyon Al Dana Amphitheatre, in Sakhir, Bahrain, offering its card members a range of exclusive benefits and on-site activations designed to enhance the event experience at selected performances.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

VFS Global opens new Turkey visa centre in Bahrain

Sat, 16 May 2026

VFS Global has opened a new Türkiye Visa Application Centre in Manama, Bahrain, on the 18th floor of the Diplomat Commercial Offices in the Diplomatic Area, enhancing secure visa services for travellers.

Finance & Capital Market

GFH Bank's net profit up 16.5pc in Q1

Fri, 15 May 2026

GFH Bank, a leading dynamic bank in the GCC region, has reported a 16.5% growth in its net profit for the first quarter which rose to $35.1 million supported by growth across its core business lines despite the regional developments and heightened market uncertainty.

Finance & Capital Market

National Bank of Bahrain posts $54.6m Q1 net profit

Thu, 14 May 2026

National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has reported a net profit attributable to shareholders of BHD20.6 million ($54.6 million) for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, representing a 27% decrease from BHD28.1 million ($74.5 million) reported in the first quarter of 2025 or a 2% increase from the normalised 2025 profit of BHD20.2 million ($53.6 million).

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Bahrain targets GCC families with tourism push

Thu, 14 May 2026

Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) launched a campaign promoting Bahrain’s concerts, festivals, family attractions, sports and shopping experiences, aiming to attract GCC visitors seeking entertainment-filled weekend breaks and short regional getaways.

Lifestyle Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

New indoor destination Leo & Loona Kids Park opens in Bahrain

Thu, 14 May 2026

Leo & Loona Kids Park has opened at The Avenues Mall Bahrain, introducing one of the region’s leading indoor family entertainment concepts to the Kingdom.

Construction & Real Estate

Bahrain issues public tender for strategic highway project

Wed, 13 May 2026

A major multi-million dinar upgrade of one of Bahrain’s busiest transport corridors – Shaikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Sabah Highway – has entered the tender stage after royal ratification of its financing agreement.

Finance & Capital Market

Bank ABC reports $52m net profit attributable to shareholders in Q1

Wed, 13 May 2026

Bank ABC (Arab Banking Corporation) today delivered a resilient start to 2026, reporting a first quarter net profit attributable to the shareholders of the parent of $52 million.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Alba Q1 net profit jumps 316% to $200.3m

Wed, 13 May 2026

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, has reported a profit attributable to equity holders of BD75.3 million ($200.3 million) for the first quarter of 2026, up 316% year-over-year (YoY), versus BD18.1 million ($48.2 million) for the same period in 2025.