stc Group named Middle East’s ‘sustainability champion’

Mashaal Al-Rubaian, general manager of corporate communications at stc, received the award during a ceremony held in Dubai.
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Updated 14 March 2023
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stc Group named Middle East’s ‘sustainability champion’

stc Group, the leading digital enabler in the region, won the Sustainability Middle East Champion of the Year Award 2023, given by SME Awards — Sustainability Middle East. The awards highlight the region’s best sustainability and climate actions.
Mashaal Al-Rubaian, general manager of corporate communications at stc, received the award during a ceremony held in Dubai.
With climate change becoming an existential threat, stc worked toward accomplishing net-zero/low-carbon emission and sustainable operations and adopted innovative sustainability strategies by migrating to renewable energy sources, eco-friendly raw materials, and technologically advanced low-carbon-footprint machinery and equipment.
stc was recognized for its unique sustainability program, which when implemented resulted in measurable improvements in making the industry and day-to-day living cleaner and greener for people in the Middle East.
In February, stc signed the environmental position statement and committed to fulfilling a number of obligations, which include a reduction in the environmental impact of stc’s products, services and network operations by driving digitization to maximize its positive impact on the environment. The group aims to exceed environmental legal obligations imposed by relevant laws and regulations, continuously update and improve its environmental management system, by creating related objectives, science-based targets and deploying specific mitigation programs, in addition to minimizing energy consumption, reducing GHG emissions, promoting energy efficiency and integrating low-carbon energy solutions.
Moreover, the group is committed to reducing the environmental impact of its fleet through a combination of cleaner vehicles, fuel-efficient operation systems, minimizing waste and preserving biodiversity. stc has also confirmed its commitment to raising awareness of the importance of environmental protection and sustainability among all its stakeholders and performing yearly internal and external verifications to ensure the accuracy and credibility of its environmental data.

 


LuLu opens two new stores in Riyadh and Dammam

Updated 10 March 2026
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LuLu opens two new stores in Riyadh and Dammam

LuLu Retail has further expanded its presence in Saudi Arabia with the unveiling of two state-of-the-art shopping destinations in Riyadh and Dammam. These new stores are designed to bring a modern shopping experience closer to residential neighborhoods, offering everything from daily groceries to household essentials under one roof.
The expansion includes a massive flagship hypermarket and a convenient express store, each tailored to meet the needs of the local community with high standards of service and variety.
Recently, Yusuffali M. A., chairman of LuLu Group, reaffirmed the group’s commitment to continuous growth while ensuring an uninterrupted supply of products and maintaining stable prices for customers.
The largest of the new openings is located in the Suwaidi district of Riyadh. This massive flagship hypermarket covers more than 400,000 square feet and is built to be a one-stop shop for the capital’s residents.
The store was officially inaugurated by Mohammed Khalid Al-Shalfan, investors relationship manager at the Ministry of Investment, and Matar Salem Ali Marran Al-Dhaheri, ambassador of the UAE to Saudi Arabia.
This new retail landmark features an extensive range of departments, including grocery food and non-food items, beauty and wellness, chilled and dairy products, frozen foods, and a roastery. Shoppers can also find fresh fruits, vegetables, a bakery, and a delicatessen, as well as fresh meat and fish sections. A unique feature is the fresh food dining area. For tech enthusiasts, there are dedicated sections for computers, gaming, telecom, mobile phones, and consumer electronics. The store also carries stationery, household goods, home furnishings, toys, luggage, and footwear, all supported by more than 100 parking spaces.
Meanwhile in Dammam, LuLu inaugurated a new LuLu Xpress store and the LOT, a value shopping destination, in the Faisaliya district. The store was officially inaugurated by Mansour Al-Binali, assistant director general of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development for the Eastern Province.
Covering 33,000 square feet, the store includes a wide range of products with fresh food, local produce, and meat, along with a section for technical consumer goods featuring the latest electronics and gadgets. 
The LOT Value Shop focuses on high-quality items at affordable prices. Residents can shop for household goods, home furnishings, stationery, toys, and educational products, most of which are priced below SR22 ($5.86).
For added convenience, the location provides nearly 100 parking spaces.
LuLu has launched special inaugural offers across all departments in both the Riyadh and Dammam stores. These promotions allow customers to enjoy significant savings on a wide range of products and international brands. This expansion reinforces LuLu’s commitment to supporting the Kingdom’s retail growth and providing quality service to neighborhoods across Saudi Arabia.