flynas, the Saudi low-cost carrier, will launch direct flights between Jeddah and Aleppo in Syria from August 21, expanding its international network and strengthening air connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Syria. The airline will operate two weekly flights on the new route.
Saudi luxury travellers are reshaping global hospitality, with KBLT Chairman Sulaiman Al Romi urging international brands to prioritise privacy, cultural understanding, trust and discreet service over traditional displays of luxury as competition for the market intensifies.
Skyro, a digital-first consumer finance platform based in Bahrain, is expanding into Saudi Arabia and has appointed former Mastercard executive Maria Medvedeva as the regional managing director. In this role, she will oversee Skyro's market entry in Saudi Arabia and its broader expansion across the region.
SAL Logistics Services, Saudi Arabia’s national leader in cargo handling, logistics and supply chain management, has received the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Security Management System (SeMS) Level 1 certification.
Al Rajhi Capital and LogiPoint have entered into a deal to establish a dedicated investment fund for the development of the South Jeddah Logistics and Industrial Park, a landmark mixed-use logistics and industrial project in the Saudi port city, at a total investment of SAR5 billion ($1.3 billion).
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, has launched daily flights between Riyadh and Dhaka, marking its entry into the Bangladeshi market and its ninth operating destination since beginning operations on June 10, 2026.
Saudi Arabia’s cement sales volumes recorded a solid boost rising 5.5% month-on-month in July to 4.63 million tonnes, while it was down 1.8% over last year. Yamama Cement dominated its position as the market leader, with a 15.3% share of year-to-date cement sales through the month.
Saudi Arabia is stepping up efforts to drive sustainable development in the Jazan region, with authorities overseeing 38 strategic projects aimed at upgrading infrastructure, attracting investment and supporting long-term economic growth under the kingdom's Vision 2030 agenda.
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are strengthening economic and logistical integration through a digital customs data exchange system and expanded co-operation on railway development, aimed at improving cross-border trade and transport links.
Saudi-based Remat Al Riyadh Development has signed a contract for the installation, operation and maintenance of advertising billboards on building facades at three locations across Riyadh. This comes as part of its efforts to expand and regulate the city's outdoor advertising network.
