Bahrain News
Bahrain authorises $3.97 billion in industrial projects
More than BD1.5 billion, or $3.97 billion, in industrial projects have been approved by Bahrain’s government since 2009, Industry and Commerce Minister Dr. Hassan Fakhro said Friday.
Bahrain Airport Company begins new airport expansion
Bahrain Airport Company has announced the formal launch of the Bahrain International Airport (BIA) expansion project, which will boost capacity by 50% from the current 9 million passengers to 13.5 million.
Bahrain back on the F1 calendar
Officials in Bahrain have confirmed the F1 Grand Prix, originally scheduled from March 13th, will now take place on October 30th. The event was postponed as civil unrest swept the country. However, following a recent lifting of the state of emergency in the Middle Eastern country, officials have concluded it is safe to return.
Britons urged to flee Bahrain
British citizens in Bahrain are being urged to leave as the political situation in the Middle Eastern country continues to deteriorate. As of this morning the Foreign Office is recommending all those still in the country without a pressing reason to remain should leave.
Bahrain slips into state of emergency as unrest continues
Authorities in Bahrain have declared a three month state of emergency following the resurgence of political unrest in the country. Special forces from the Gulf Cooperation Council have entered the country in recent days, with the domestic security apparatus struggling to control demonstrations.
Britons advised to avoid Bahrain as protests continue
British travellers are being advised to steer clear of Bahrain as political unrest continues to sweep the country. While Tunisia and Egypt are retuning to the tourist trail, following their own political upheavals, Bahrain has seen an increase in protests over recent days.
Bahrain GP cancellation to cost $100m
This week’s decision to cancel Bahrain Grand Prix, the opening race of the Formula 1 2011 season, due to civil unrest is expected to cost the organisers an estimated $100 million in contract cancellations. Among the biggest losers are the Ferrari team as well as F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone.
Bahrain out of hosting F1 as unrest continues
Bahrain has been forced to withdraw from hosting the opening round of the 2011 Formula 1 season as civil unrest continues to sweep the country. Hundreds of protestors continue to occupy Pearl Square in the centre of the capital Manama demanding elections to end the rule of the despised Al Khalifa family.
Bahrain Exhibition and Convention Authority reports boost in 2009 bookings
is Excellency Dr. Hassan A. Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, chairman of Bahrain Exhibition&Convention Authority (BECA), chaired BECA’s board of directors meeting held on Monday, March 22, 2010.
Bahrain’s top companies sponsor key expo industry event
Key players from Bahrain’s Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry are stepping up to the plate to develop the Middle East’s event industry by sponsoring its fourth UFI Open Seminar in the Middle East themed, “Toolbox for Future Exhibition Management,” which runs from March 29-31, 2010 in Manama.
Bahrain enhances air traffic safety with SITA data link systems
Bahrain’s Civil Aviation Affairs (BCAA) has contracted SITA to deliver air/ground data link systems aimed at enhancing air traffic safety at Manama International Airport and in airspace under its control.
Bahrain Airport reveals networking upgrade
Bahrain International Airport has installed SITA’s Professional Mobile Radio service through a five-year $3.2 million agreement. The fully managed turnkey solution which provides voice and data communication through a dedicated wireless network is now in operation for 640 users working for all airlines and ground handlers on the airport campus.