Pampers introduces diapers for premature babies

Pampers is the first global diaper brand to offer a diaper specifically designed for babies this small.
Updated 31 December 2018
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Pampers introduces diapers for premature babies

Pampers has partnered up with the Saudi Pediatric Association (SPA) to initiate its community service program in Saudi Arabia by launching and donating 1 million Preemie diapers to hospitals all over the Kingdom. 

“The happy and healthy development of every baby, including the tiniest little fighters, is our priority,” said Karim El-Fiqi, brand director baby care category at P&G India, Middle East and Africa. “In 2002, we were the first major diaper manufacturer to create a diaper for premature babies globally. When nurses asked us to design a diaper for babies as tiny as 800 grams, everyone at Pampers was inspired to create our best diaper yet for the most vulnerable babies.”

The new Preemie diaper Size P-3 is three sizes smaller than Newborn diapers, specially developed to fit the tiniest and most vulnerable premature babies born in the second trimester and weighing as little as 1 pound (800 grams). 

Pampers is the first global diaper brand to offer a diaper specifically designed for babies this small.

“Caring for such a small and fragile baby can be daunting, but SPA understands that getting families more actively involved in caring for their premature baby aids development, creates valuable bonding time and helps babies get better faster and Pampers has designed a diaper that I believe meets their needs better than anything available to us today,” said Dr. Saad Al-Saadi, consultant neonatologist and member of the board of directors at the Saudi Pediatric Association. “With a contoured and customizable fit, nurses can position these new diapers in a way that’s best for each baby, while not hindering medical care. Having a Pampers diaper as part of the NICU also helps the experience feel more ‘normal’ to moms and dads, which is important, too.”


Saudi Awwal Bank becomes first Middle East bank to earn 7-star CinOrg innovation accreditation

Saeed Assiri, chief innovation banking officer at SAB
Updated 05 March 2026
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Saudi Awwal Bank becomes first Middle East bank to earn 7-star CinOrg innovation accreditation

Saudi Awwal Bank has become the first bank in the Middle East to receive a 7‑star Certified Innovative Organization rating from the Global Innovation Institute, the highest recognition awarded by the institute.

The accreditation marks a significant step in SAB’s innovation strategy and follows an innovation maturity assessment conducted by the institute in December 2025. The review, which built on an earlier assessment in December 2023, raised the bank’s maturity level from “Champion” to “Leader.” The new rating reflects SAB’s institutionalized approach to innovation, its enterprise-wide impact and its ability to consistently deliver measurable results.

With the 7‑star rating, SAB becomes the first bank in the region to reach the highest innovation maturity level, strengthening its position as a regional reference point for innovation-led and future-ready banking.

In 2025, the bank opened its flagship Innovation Centre and secured six internationally recognized innovation awards, along with a lab accreditation. The centre has supported SAB’s efforts to accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies, encourage cross-functional collaboration and reinforce its standing as a regional leader in financial innovation.

Saeed Assiri, chief innovation banking officer at SAB, said the recognition reflects years of focused work to build a sustainable innovation ecosystem.

“By investing in SAB’s culture, governance and talent, innovation enables the bank to remain future-ready,” he said. “This milestone reinforces our role in accelerating financial innovation in Saudi Arabia and delivering long-term value for our customers.”

The certification adds to SAB’s broader efforts to strengthen its innovation capabilities as the Kingdom’s banking sector continues to evolve.