IKEA has introduced an interactive catalog for the first time.
The 2013 IKEA Catalogue is being delivered for free to homes in Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province, with 324 pages of products, tips and inspiration for a better everyday life at home.
From modular sofas to LED lamps, there are tons of new products out of its full product range found online and in stores.
IKEA has also from lowered its prices on over 1,200 products this September from last year.
This year, IKEA is giving more attention and celebration to textiles and their importance at home.
An easy and affordable way to bring new life to a room, textiles make a big difference without creating a big dent in your budget.
“Whether we stop to think about it or not, life would be pretty boring without textiles. That’s why this year at IKEA and in the 2013 catalog, we’re celebrating textiles for making life soft, lively and personal,” according to a company announcement.
“From blankets and rugs to curtains and towels, textiles are an easy, affordable, attractive and quick way to bring new life to your home. Refresh a sofa with cushions or throws. Switch out curtains instead of repainting a room. Change doesn’t have to be big and difficult. It can be as small and simple as changing the sheets.”
The following are some quick facts about the new catalog.
• 211 million copies worldwide
• Distributed in 43 countries in 62 versions
• Focuses on soft, impactful textiles as well as encouraging creativity
• Includes films and interactive material for even more inspiration
IKEA brings out interactive catalog
IKEA brings out interactive catalog
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.
