Al Hilal Healthcare Group, recognized as the largest private healthcare provider in Bahrain, has successfully acquired Middle East Hospital in Segaya. The facility has now been rebranded as Al Hilal Premier Hospital, marking a significant expansion in the group’s operations. This state-of-the-art hospital becomes the 10th branch and the second hospital under the Al Hilal...
Bahrain’s Shura Council has unanimously approved legislation that allows the government to secure a $200 million loan from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). This loan will finance the construction of the new 400kV Al Jasra electricity station, which is part of a broader $465 million financing plan aimed at expanding Bahrain’s national electricity transmission network....
Northstar Telecom, a licensed telecommunications provider in Bahrain, has announced a strategic partnership with HADE Middle East, a prominent leader in leadership coaching and digital transformation consulting. This collaboration aims to enhance the skills of ICT and telecom professionals in both public and private sectors, facilitating their adaptation to technological advancements and evolving leadership roles,...
Islamic banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are expected to see a rise in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the coming years. This trend is largely driven by the need for competitive advantage and to access growth opportunities, according to Fitch Ratings. The firm’s Head of Middle East Bank Ratings and Islamic Banking, Redmond...