Fragrance World unveils latest perfumery trends in GCC

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Updated 20 March 2024
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Fragrance World unveils latest perfumery trends in GCC

Fragrance World, a leader in the fragrance industry, has revealed the newest perfume trends emerging in the GCC region. 

The region has experienced a surge in the fusion of French and oriental perfumery, influenced by the cross-cultural exposure of its diverse population. While French perfumes are characterized by fresh, citrus, and fruity notes, oriental fragrances are renowned for their depth, opulence and sensuality. Fusion perfumery, also known as French oriental perfumery, blends elements of both to create intriguing and complex fragrances. 

Fragrance World’s latest creation Al-Qamar presents an alluring fusion of spices like clove and saffron, entwined with the delightful essence of vanilla and caramel. Enhanced with the latest ingredient from Givaudan, Akigalawood, it offers a genuinely distinctive olfactory experience. 

Furthermore, Fragrance World has delved into minimalism with its luxury brand Maison Des Parfums. A prime example is the product Maison D’ Arabie — Musk Gold, utilizing only two ingredients — rose and vanilla at the top, complemented by musk and amber for an oriental touch, achieving a subtle floral scent with perfect balance.

Crafting the desired blend with limited ingredients poses a significant challenge. Fragrance World ensures harmonization between ingredients from both worlds, maintaining quality without disruption. Driven by a passion for excellence, Fragrance World persistently engages in research and development to explore new raw materials and innovate fragrances.

Fragrance World has also embarked on the trend of functional fragrances, aiming to influence emotions, mood and cognitive state scientifically by blending scent with active ingredients. This trend has gained momentum post-COVID and Fragrance World is actively testing functional fragrances with suppliers, anticipating the release of new products soon. 

Another popular trend in the region is fragrance layering, where various perfumed materials are combined for longer-lasting scents. This sophisticated practice, widely adopted by consumers, is gaining global recognition for its ability to offer enhanced fragrance experiences across different product categories.

“Our exploration of perfume trends in the GCC, including fusion perfumery, functional fragrances and fragrance layering, has led to the development of innovative blends, exemplified by Al-Qamar under the esteemed brand French Avenue,” said Poland Moosa Haji, the visionary founder of Fragrance World. “We aim to offer fragrances that resonate with the diverse tastes of consumers while maintaining the highest standards of quality and innovation,” added Haji.

To solidify its position as a premier fragrance brand in the Middle East, Fragrance World has expanded into Saudi Arabia. As Fragrance World continues its journey of growth and innovation, the brand remains committed to delivering premium fragrances that captivate and inspire. With a focus on creativity, quality and accessibility, Fragrance World strives to be the ultimate destination for fragrance enthusiasts in the GCC and beyond.


Schneider Electric launches academy in Saudi Arabia to build future-ready talent

Updated 04 February 2026
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Schneider Electric launches academy in Saudi Arabia to build future-ready talent

Schneider Electric has announced the launch of the Energy Tech Academy Middle East and Africa in Saudi Arabia, a regional capability platform dedicated to skilling, upskilling, and knowledge sharing.

The launch comes at a critical moment as the Kingdom accelerates energy transition, industrial localization, and human capability development under Vision 2030. The academy reinforces the Kingdom’s leadership role in building future-ready talent while supporting industrial and energy transformation across the wider Middle East and Africa region.

The Energy Tech Academy Middle East and Africa is not a traditional training center; it is a regional platform translating Schneider Electric’s global energy technology expertise into applied capability for Saudi Arabia and the broader region. Anchored in Riyadh, the academy is designed to serve as a benchmark for skills development and enablement across the MEA.

The launch reflects Schneider Electric’s long-term commitment to investing in people and capabilities, and to supporting national priorities across energy, industry, and digital infrastructure.

Mohamed Shaheen, cluster president of Schneider Electric Saudi Arabia and Yemen, said: “This launch reflects our long-term commitment to Saudi Arabia and to building capability that lasts. After more than 40 years in the Kingdom, we continue to invest where impact matters most: in people. Launching the Energy Tech Academy Middle East and Africa from Riyadh underscores our belief that sustainable transformation is built on local capability and trusted partnerships.”

The academy directly supports Saudi Arabia’s focus on human capability development, localization, and Saudi-made outcomes by enabling the skills behind advanced energy systems, industrial automation, and digital infrastructure. Capabilities developed through the academy will support Saudi manufacturing, national projects, and resilient supply chains, while also strengthening regional industrial ecosystems.

“The Energy Tech Academy Middle East and Africa is designed to enable real outcomes,” said Walid Sheta, zone president for the MEA at Schneider Electric. “By equipping talent with future-ready skills across electrification, automation, and digital intelligence, we are strengthening Saudi and regional capability to design, operate, and lead the energy and industrial systems of the future.”

The launch event in Riyadh brought together senior government representatives, industry partners, customers, and Schneider Electric’s leadership, highlighting the importance of cross-sector collaboration in aligning education, skills development, and labor market needs.

Designed as a long-term platform, the Energy Tech Academy Middle East and Africa will continue to evolve through partnerships, programs, and continuous capability development, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s role as a regional hub for skills, knowledge, and industrial enablement.