Riyadh Mayor Abdullah Al-Muqbil has honored the National Commercial Bank (NCB) for supporting the third Saudi Forum for Green Building, which was held in the capital city with the support of Municipal and Rural Affairs Minister Prince Mansour bin Miteb.
Hosam Al-Yousof, SVP and chief of staff of the bank, received the honor and thanked the mayor for the gesture.
NCB supported the forum because of its keenness toward environmental and social sustainability and the importance of participating in activities that would have direct impact on the environment and society.
Understanding the importance of rationalizing the use of energy and water of a sustainable environment, the NCB has adopted a five-year policy to reduce the use of energy and water in all its buildings and branches.
The NCB is one of the pioneering Saudi companies and the first financial organization in the MENA to issue a report on sustainability, which has been approved by the Global Reporting Initiative.The forum discussed how to strengthen the Saudi green building sector and promote investment in the sector in order to achieve an environmental balance.
Riyadh mayor honors NCB
Riyadh mayor honors NCB
LuLu expands specialty coffee footprint in KSA with Sulalat
LuLu Group has signed a landmark MoU with Sulalat Coffee during the 5th edition of World of Coffee Dubai trade show. This exclusive retail partnership is designed to enhance the specialty coffee offerings across LuLu Hypermarkets in Saudi Arabia, meeting the growing demand for premium coffee experiences within the region.
The agreement was signed by Mohamed Haris, director, Saudi Arabia, LuLu Group, and Abdulelah Al-Murqi, marketing director, Sulalat Coffee. Through this collaboration, LuLu Group will provide a dedicated platform for Sulalat’s specialty-grade beans, which are globally sourced and roasted in Riyadh. This initiative ensures that world-class coffee quality, previously reserved for niche aficionados, is now readily accessible to coffee lovers throughout the Kingdom.
By partnering with Sulalat Coffee, LuLu Group is integrating artisanal expertise with large-scale retail excellence. Sulalat has been a pioneer in the specialty coffee movement in the region, and this partnership allows LuLu to showcase unique varieties and professional-grade roasting. The collaboration reflects a shared vision to celebrate the thriving local coffee culture and deliver an unparalleled selection of premium products to everyday consumers.
In alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, this partnership reinforces LuLu Group’s commitment to empowering homegrown brands and fostering economic diversification within the Kingdom. By providing a global stage for local excellence at events like World of Coffee Dubai, LuLu continues to support the growth of a vibrant private sector and a sustainable retail ecosystem.
As the premier platform for the industry, World of Coffee Dubai 2026 highlights the rapid growth and innovation within the regional coffee scene. With the event attracting more than 17,000 visitors and hundreds of global exhibitors, it provides a vital stage for industry leaders to connect.
