Jotun Group has recorded a nine per cent growth in operating revenues in Q1 2012 as regional sales in the powder coatings and paints divisions increased
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Nass defies market conditions to post Q1 profit growth
Bahraini construction firm Nass Corporation has announced a net profit of BHD 1.938 million (US$5.1 million) for the first quarter of 2012, representing a slight rise from the BHD 1.827 million (US$4.8 million) posted for the same period in 2011
GDF Suez sells stake in Bahrain power plant
GDF SUEZ and International Power have completed the sale of Bahrains Hidd Power Company (HPC) to Malakoff International Ltd for US$113.4 million
Accenture to assist SEC restructuring scheme
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has appointed Accenture to help the state-owned utility company manage its restructuring programme, which it is has said will lead to a more competitive electricity market in Saudi Arabia
Project Qatar attracting international attention
Project Qatar 2012, now in its ninth year was opened with much fanfare by Qatar?s minister of municipality and urban planning, as the dedicated construction trade show looks to become a gateway for businesses entering the Qatari market