Qatar

Energy, Oil & Gas

QatarEnergy takes stakes in three Uruguay offshore exploration blocks

Thu, 21 May 2026

QatarEnergy has acquired stakes in three offshore Uruguay exploration blocks from Shell’s BG International, including 18 per cent in OFF-4, 30 per cent in OFF-2, and 30 per cent in OFF-7, strengthening its partnership with Shell, Chevron, and APA Corporation across key exploration assets.

Construction & Real Estate Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Jazeera Paints expands Gulf presence by opening first branch in Qatar

Thu, 21 May 2026

Jazeera Paints, a leading company in the paint, colour, and building solutions industry, is strengthening its presence across Gulf markets as part of its broader regional expansion strategy, by opening its first branch in Doha.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Qatar Airways delivers $1.94bn net profit in 2025/26

Wed, 20 May 2026

Qatar Airways Group reported a post-tax profit of QAR 7.08 billion ($1.94 billion) for FY2025/26, carrying over 41.8 million passengers and maintaining strong global connectivity via Hamad International Airport despite geopolitical challenges.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Qatar Tourism launches training for immigration officers

Mon, 18 May 2026

Qatar Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior (MOI) and Hamad International Airport (HIA), has launched a service excellence training programme for immigration officers working across Qatar’s key entry points, reinforcing ongoing efforts to deliver a welcoming arrival experience for visitors.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Qatar to host 2026 T100 Triathlon World Championship Final in Lusail City

Sat, 16 May 2026

The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) and Qatar have announced that the 2026 Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final will return to Lusail City for a second consecutive year, taking place from December 10–12 , 2026 in partnership with Visit Qatar.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Iraq, Pakistan strike shipping deals with Iran as Tehran flexes its muscle

Wed, 13 May 2026

Countries striking side deals with Iran to secure oil and gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are raising fresh concerns among Gulf exporters, as the lack of progress in US-Iran peace talks fuels fears that Tehran could entrench its new control over one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Europe to source two-thirds of its LNG imports from US in 2026

Wed, 13 May 2026

Europe is increasing reliance on US LNG, projected to supply two-thirds of imports in 2026, potentially becoming the EU’s main and costliest gas source amid shifting global supply, according to Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Qatari cargo vessel targeted by drone, limited fire brought under control

Sun, 10 May 2026

The Qatari Ministry of Defence has reported that a commercial cargo vessel in the country's territorial waters - northeast of Mesaieed Port- was targeted by a drone on Sunday morning.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Air India Express resumes flights to Bahrain, Qatar

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Air India Express, India’s international value carrier, has announced the reinstatement of operations to Qatar and Bahrain, along with additional flights to the UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia, starting April 30.

IT & Telecommunications

Ooredoo Q1 revenue up 6%; net profit 4.7% to $274m

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Ooredoo, a major telecom company, has announced a strong start to 2026, delivering higher profitability and solid earnings momentum in the first quarter.