PepsiCo wins Bupa Arabia’s ‘Live Right’ challenge

PepsiCo triumphed against more than 25 teams by winning the majority of the 14 challenges.
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Updated 06 January 2025
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PepsiCo wins Bupa Arabia’s ‘Live Right’ challenge

PepsiCo has emerged as the winner of Bupa Arabia’s “Live Right” Ultimate Challenge, held at Nox Camp in Riyadh. PepsiCo triumphed against more than 25 teams by winning the majority of the 14 diverse challenges, which tested both physical endurance and mental agility.

The “Live Right” Ultimate Challenge, part of Bupa Arabia’s commitment to promoting health and well-being, served as a platform to inspire participants to embrace healthier lifestyles, while also encouraging team spirit, resilience, and collaboration. PepsiCo’s team displayed outstanding performance throughout the event, earning the top spot with consistent excellence in endurance, strategy, and teamwork.

With a variety of physical and mental challenges, the competition was fierce. Each team of five members faced endurance tests, strength challenges, and strategic thinking tasks, with their performance evaluated based on points. PepsiCo’s team demonstrated their strength and collaboration throughout the day, earning them the top position in this year’s challenge.

In addition to the challenges, the event featured numerous recreational activities such as tug-of-war, volleyball, padel, go-karting, and archery. These activities allowed participants and visitors to unwind and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Nox Camp, spanning 120,000 square meters, offered a luxurious experience with breathtaking views, and ample facilities.

The “Live Right” Ultimate Challenge is part of Bupa Arabia’s broader initiative to promote health and well-being across the Kingdom. Launched in 2022, the program raises awareness about the importance of an active lifestyle and mental health. Through events like the Ultimate Challenge, Bupa Arabia encourages people to adopt healthy habits and engage in physical and recreational activities.

Amin Shaibi, director — segment and trade management of marketing, Bupa Arabia, said: “The ‘Live Right’ Ultimate Challenge is more than just a sports event; it reflects Bupa Arabia’s commitment to enhancing public health and mental well-being in the Kingdom. This year, we are proud to congratulate PepsiCo on their well-deserved victory. Their performance exemplified teamwork, resilience, and a commitment to a balanced, healthy lifestyle — values that our ‘Live Right’ program stands for. We hope that this event continues to inspire individuals to adopt an active lifestyle and recognize the importance of both physical and mental health.”

The success of the “Live Right” Ultimate Challenge has reinforced Bupa Arabia’s commitment to fostering a culture of health and wellness in the Kingdom.


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.