In the energy industry’s most challenging production environment, the question is often not whether a resource can be produced, but whether the risks surrounding it can be managed without endlessly expanding surface infrastructure – and with minimal environmental impact. Managing a Costly…
The media landscape shifted beneath their feet, yet most PR agencies clung to outdated playbooks. AJ Ignacio watched from his office as traditional firms pitched journalists with the same tired promises they’d made for decades: no guarantees, no accountability, just invoices and…
The India-UAE relationship is entering a more ambitious chapter, shaped not simply by the movement of goods but by the movement of ideas, capital and skilled people. For Fursa Consulting, the opportunity lies in helping businesses recognize that this is no longer…
In the late 1990s, the idea of building a private medical college in Ajman carried more than the usual risks of a new educational venture. The UAE’s healthcare landscape was developing rapidly, and the need for locally trained medical professionals was becoming…
For shoppers walking through a Lulu Hypermarket in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat or Doha, the journey of a packet of spices, a carton of mangoes or a shelf-ready Indian snack often begins thousands of kilometres away. It may start with a grower…
As India marks its 80th Independence Day, the relationship between India and the United Arab Emirates stands out as one of the most dynamic partnerships in the region. What began with historic maritime trade routes, family connections and cultural exchange has matured…
As India marks its 80th year of independence, the view from the UAE is not simply one of celebration. It is a recognition that India has become central to the economic map of the region, combining the scale of a vast consumer…
Bahrain’s push to broaden its economy beyond hydrocarbons is showing up in the numbers, as non-oil activity accounts for a growing share of national output. Retail, financial services, manufacturing and tourism have become larger contributors, reflecting years of policy aimed at reducing…
Bahrain’s insurance sector, including its established takaful segment, is expanding as businesses and households seek broader coverage across health, property and liability. The growth reflects rising awareness of risk management and a regulatory framework that has long positioned the kingdom as a…
A generational handover is under way at many Gulf family businesses, and with it a shift in how these firms are led and governed. Younger leaders, often educated abroad and exposed to global practice, are introducing more formal structures to enterprises long…
