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Four Winds Showcases Its Specialized Logistics Solutions at the Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo 2025
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Ajman Bank Appoints Head of Fintech & AI Underscoring Commitment to Digital Innovation
Ajman Bank has announced the appointment of Tahir Turksoy as the Head of Fintech & AI within the Consumer Banking Division, effective 7 April 2025. In his new role, Tahir will report directly to Faizal Kundil, Head of Consumer Banking, and will lead the bank's digital transformation initiatives, reinforcing Ajman Bank's strategic commitment to innovation and customer-centric digital banking. Tahir Turksoy brings over 20 years of profound expertise in seamlessly integrating business objectives with cutting-edge technology. His proven track record encompasses the development and execution of comprehensive digital transformation strategies, the creation of robust online and mobile platforms, the digitization of branch operations, and the implementation of solutions deeply rooted in customer needs. His strategic acumen and analytical capabilities have consistently empowered organizations to foster innovation, elevate customer experiences, and optimize digital business models. Commenting on the appointment, Faizal Kundil, Head of Consumer Banking at Ajman Bank, said: 'We are delighted to welcome Tahir to Ajman Bank. His extensive expertise in fintech and digital transformation will be invaluable as we continue to reimagine and enhance the banking experience for our customers. This appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to building a digitally advanced and innovation-led consumer banking business.' Prior to joining Ajman Bank, Tahir was the Head of Digital at National Bonds Corporation, where he played a key role in elevating digital distribution, streamlining customer onboarding, and accelerating growth through digital-first product offerings. His leadership contributed to increased acquisition and fund mobilisation through tech-enabled engagement. Tahir has also held senior roles at some of the region's leading financial institutions including Mashreq Bank, First Gulf Bank, and DenizBank, where he led transformative digital banking projects, from branch digitisation and mobile banking to open finance integration and self-service banking optimisation.
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CARMA Expands to Spain to Support Organisations in Managing Reputation and Media Presence
CARMA, a global leader in media monitoring, analysis, and reputation management, has officially announced the launch of its latest office in Madrid, Spain. This strategic expansion provides organisations across Spain with access to CARMA's advanced media intelligence solutions, supporting smarter decision-making and stronger reputation management. Spain's dynamic economy is driving a growing demand for accurate, timely, and actionable media insights. CARMA's services, from monitoring and measurement to deep analysis, are ideally positioned to meet these needs. By delivering meaningful data and expert interpretation, CARMA empowers clients in Spain to achieve stronger outcomes in a competitive media environment. To drive its operations in Spain, CARMA has appointed Antonio Buades de Armenteras as Country Manager, supported by Filipe Manuel Pereira, General Manager Iberia, Latam and Sub-Saharan Africa. Antonio Buades brings 30 years of professional experience across media, hospitality and the distribution sector. Antonio has held many senior roles of note, including Chief Sales Officer for Grupo Prisa in Latin America, Director of International Business at Prisa Radio and Commercial Director of Cadena SER. A Strong Leadership Team to Drive CARMA's Success in Spain CARMA's commitment to the Spanish market is further demonstrated through its investment in a locally-based, dedicated sales and marketing team. Noelia Moncho Rojo, appointed as Senior Business Developer Executive, will play a central role in building relationships with prospective clients and showcasing the strategic value of CARMA's solutions. With a 100% focus on the Spanish market, Noelia brings energy, industry knowledge, and a consultative approach that will ensure businesses understand how media intelligence can drive both commercial and reputational success. Working closely alongside her, Pilar Jiménez, Marketing Executive for Iberia, will support brand visibility and client engagement, ensuring CARMA's offerings resonate across sectors. 'We are proud to expand into Spain, this illustrates CARMA's mission to increase market share and to become the global leader in media intelligence. Under the direct and very experienced management of Antonio Buades and Filipe Manuel Pereira, we are well-positioned to help Spanish businesses succeed with their reputation management and strategic decision-making,' stated Timothy Webb, CEO Europe and the Americas at CARMA.
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First-of-its-kind art and medicine project 'public health' launched by the American University of Beirut Medical Center in collaboration with TAP (Temporary Art Platform)
First-of-its-kind art and medicine project 'public health' launched by the American University of Beirut Medical Center in collaboration with TAP (Temporary Art Platform) The American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC), in collaboration with TAP (Temporary Art Platform), launched 'public health,' an art and medicine project which is a first-of-its-kind initiative in Lebanon and the region that consists of contemporary art interventions for the Halim and Aida Daniel Academic and Clinical Center (ACC) at AUBMC. The launch was held in the presence of AUB President Fadlo R. Khuri, AUB Medical Center Director Joseph Otayek, Associate Vice President for Academic Centers, Development, and External Affairs Ali Taher, TAP Founder and Curator Amanda Abi Khalil, along with esteemed AUB and AUBMC faculty and leadership. 'Public health' is a series of site-specific commissions to eight contemporary artists who were invited in 2017 to consider and challenge the medical center setting as a non-place, defined by anthropologist Marc Augé as a space individuals pass through without forming lasting social connections or a sense of belonging. Initiated in 2017 and brought to life through the vision of Curator Amanda Abi Khalil and Associate Curator Nour Osseiran of TAP, the project unveiled six artworks by Tamara Al-Samerraei, Catherine Cattaruzza, Hatem Imam, and Lara Tabet, as well as artist duos Rayya and Zeina Badran, and Nadim Mishlawi and Sharif Sehnaoui. The works explored the unique sounds, bodies, and stories that inhabit AUBMC's environment. Their site-specific works reframed the medical center's space as one of reflection, interaction, and emotional resonance. By embedding contemporary art within a clinical setting, 'public health' promotes medical-oriented research in the art field, fosters innovative collaborations between artists, curators, and healthcare professionals, and grants patients and visitors access to meaningful artistic engagement in an environment often associated with stress and routine. President Khuri said, 'Today, we are not just launching a collection of art. We are renewing a promise. A promise to build a healthcare system that is compassionate, patient-centered, engaging, and a genuinely human place to receive care. I want to thank everyone who helped bring this vision to life: our partners at TAP, the artists, our generous donors, and, of course, the leadership team at AUBMC—thank you for believing in this project from the start.' 'This is not art as an ornament. This is art as infrastructure—as a vital, integrated part of how we imagine healing. Through intentional and inspired interventions—through art—we can reclaim hospitals as places of meaning, of comfort, of connection,' Ali Taher added. 'By inviting artists to engage with the medical center as a site, not just a backdrop, 'public health' opens up a field of inquiry that is both urgent and under-explored. The project reveals how contemporary art can intervene meaningfully in the hospital environment: from participatory processes with staff and patients, to sensory and spatial interventions that challenge how we experience care,' explained Amanda Abi Khalil. This idea was instigated by Dina Zameli at the inauguration of President Fadlo R. Khuri and was generously supported by AUBMC, Hamzah Dayyeh, Nafiz Mustafa Jundi, Michel Khallouf, Elie Khalil Khoury, Henrietta Abela Nammour, Mohamad Ali and Dina Zameli, and Commercial Insurance. As a milestone in AUBMC's legacy, this project highlights the institution's commitment not only to medical excellence, but also to cultural innovation and community connection, reaffirming AUBMC's role as a pioneer in healthcare.
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MAG GROUP and Citic Limited Sign MoU for USD 6 Billion 'Keturah Ardh' Development in Dubai
In a landmark move poised to significantly shape Dubai's luxury real estate landscape, MAG Group and CITIC Limited, one of China's largest state-owned conglomerates, have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of Keturah Ardh — a visionary USD 6 billion project spanning 18.47 million square feet in the Al Rowaiyah First District of Dubai. The signing ceremony brought together two financial powerhouses: MAG Group Holding, with a portfolio valued at USD 3 billion, ongoing sales worth USD 5 billion, and developments estimated at approximately USD 17 billion; and CITIC Limited, which manages total assets exceeding USD 1.67 trillion. This collaboration, marking CITIC Limited's first major entry into Dubai's premium real estate sector. The development timeline outlines the completion of infrastructure works and full site mobilisation by Q2 and Q3 2025. The first phase, launched under the Keturah Ardh Couture Art brand, will debut in Q4 2025. The second phase is expected in Q1 2026, with subsequent phases rolled out through to 2027. The project is expected to be completed within a two- to seven-year timeframe. Plot sizes within the development will range from 50,000 to 200,000 square feet, and the site will feature more than 100,000 trees—aging between 20 and 2,200 years—brought together through an innovative 'Life-Scaping' approach. In his comments, Moafaq A. Al Gaddah, Founder and Chairman of MAG Group Holding, said: 'Keturah Ardh exemplifies what the future of living in Dubai should look like. Our aim is to create a place where people feel deeply connected to their surroundings, with nature and community embedded into daily life.' Yang Jianqiang, Chairman of CITIC Limited, said: 'Our partnership with MAG Group Holding is built on a strategy of long-term value and genuine collaboration. By leveraging CITIC Limited's wealth of expertise in advanced manufacturing, innovative materials, sustainable infrastructure, and real estate, we want to shape a destination that welcomes all generations and sets new benchmarks for sustainability in the region.' In line with international environmental standards, the project is actively pursuing prestigious certifications such as LEED ND and the WELL Building Standard—underscoring Dubai's commitment to sustainable and future-ready developments.
