Etisalat, a major operator in the Middle East and North Africa region, reported that its data roaming traffic in 2010 jumped by 200 per cent as businesses and consumers access an increasing number of advanced services when travelling.

Tekla, the 3D modeling software provider launched a new advanced free application for building information model-based project communication and cooperation.

Elina Networks, a Bangalore based networking and IT management solutions company, is expanding its presence in 2011 into the Middle East and Africa.

Mubadala Development Co., the Abu Dhabi-based investment firm, and Indra, a Spanish technology company, have signed an agreement for the development of technology to improve traffic and transport systems in Abu Dhabi.