SOUQ.com, claimed as the largest online and marketplace platform in the Middle East, hosted SOUQ Engage 2016, in Riyadh.
The event was described as the first of its kind to help SMEs and sellers in the Middle East grow their business experience.
The conference provided an integrated platform for sellers to interact with the SOUQ.com leadership team and accustom themselves with the company’s new offerings and enrich their experience.
Saleem Hammad, GM, SOUQ.com, introduced the company’s new Fulfilled by SOUQ and SOUQ selling center programs.
Fulfilled by SOUQ.com is a program built on the foundation of an advanced fulfillment network that offers “unparalleled benefits” to both sellers and customers.
Hammad highlighted the role and importance of SMEs in the e-commerce ecosystem and SOUQ.com’s commitment to help them overcome the challenges in the industry.
He maintained that the sellers are the backbone of SOUQ.com’s success.
“Thus, we are constantly innovating across our platform and investing in technology giving them the power to build and help grow their businesses.”
Hammad added: “The Kingdom is one of our most important markets and as the largest e-commerce platform in the region, we are always looking for opportunities to not only broaden our horizon but also help our sellers and consumers optimize their e-commerce experience.”
He added: “We are committed to assisting sellers in kick-starting their businesses online and further equipping and coaching them to grow profitably with us.”
Hammad underscored that startups and SMEs need solid technology platforms, technical assistance, robust last mile delivery network and market exposure to develop and grow their business, and that is where SOUQ.com comes in as a strategic partner to help create business opportunities for growth.
At the end of the event, top sellers across different categories were honored.
SOUQ Engage aims to provide selling experience
SOUQ Engage aims to provide selling experience
Dammam Airports partners with KaarTech to transform IT services
Dammam Airports, a key player in Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector, has partnered with KaarTech to deliver end-to-end IT managed services across its airport network in the Eastern Province.
This milestone advances Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and strengthens Dammam Airports’ commitment to delivering world-class travel experiences. The collaboration was inaugurated through an official signing ceremony attended by Mohammed Al-Hassany, CEO of Dammam Airports, and Shahinsha Abdul Basheer, CEO of KaarTech, signifying a shared commitment to shaping the future of Saudi Arabia’s aviation through innovation and intelligent technology.
Recognized as one of the world’s largest airports by land area, Dammam Airports connects more than 12 million passengers each year and plays a vital role in strengthening the Kingdom’s aviation growth. With this partnership, the company is set to transform its IT landscape into a secure, scalable, and intelligent environment that supports the complexities of modern airport operations.
KaarTech will manage the complete IT landscape across three airports, covering infrastructure, cloud, and network operations, along with 24/7 service management. This engagement also includes comprehensive application support beyond SAP, enriched with automation, proactive governance, and predictive intelligence. KaarTech will enable Dammam Airports to achieve resilience, efficiency, and long-term scalability through a comprehensive AI governance approach that embeds transparency, accountability, and innovation into every layer of IT operations, positioning the company as a trusted driver of aviation modernization.
This partnership aims to transform IT from a back-end function into an AI-enabled strategic driver of business performance and passenger experience. From ensuring business continuity and strengthening operational reliability to enabling connected, insight-driven airport services, the collaboration reflects a shared commitment to data-driven, intelligent, and sustainable aviation.
Through this engagement, KaarTech reaffirms its position as a trusted partner in AI-led enterprise transformation, delivering deep expertise in managing complex technology ecosystems with intelligence and precision. For Dammam Airports, the partnership represents a decisive step in aligning operational excellence with the national vision for innovation, digital connectivity, and long-term growth.
Together, the two organizations will drive smarter airport operations and deliver sustainable value for the Kingdom’s growing aviation ecosystem.
