MANGUSTEEN Middle East marked its fifth anniversary with a milestone celebration held at Pullman Doha West Bay, bringing together over 100 guests including clients, partners, industry leaders, and team members from across its regional offices in Qatar, Oman, Saudi, and the UAE. Founded in Qatar as a boutique events venture, Mangusteen has evolved over the past five years into a regional events and experiences company with a growing footprint across the GCC. This journey reflects the company’s long-term commitment to excellence, collaboration, and contributing to the advancement of the region’s events and experiences ecosystem.**media[414337]**Over the years, Mangusteen Middle East in support with its production arm MANGUSTEEN Experience, has delivered complex, world-class conferences, exhibitions, live events, and brand activations for a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients. These include leading government entities and organizations such as the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology – Qatar, the Ministry of Interior – Qatar, NCSA Qatar, Qatar Foundation, and Qatari Diar, alongside global and regional brands including Snapchat, Vodafone, Toyota, David Webb, and QNB. Reflecting on the milestone, Malik Shishtawi, Founder and CEO of Mangusteen Middle East, said: “What began as a bold vision five years ago has grown into a regional platform delivering meaningful, high-impact events across the GCC. Our journey has been shaped by passion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to quality. As we move forward, our focus remains on raising standards, expanding our proprietary platforms, and creating experiences that leave a lasting legacy.” Aziz Louksah, Managing Partner and COO, added: “At Mangusteen, we see events as powerful experiences, not just moments in time. Our success is driven by our people, our processes, and an uncompromising attention to detail. Consistently delivering world-class experiences is central to who we are and how we operate.” In addition to its role as a trusted delivery partner, Mangusteen Middle East continues to strengthen its position as a creator of original event intellectual property. Its proprietary platforms—including the Qatar Event Show and the MEA Fintech Festival—demonstrate the company’s growing influence in shaping regional conversations and industry development. As Mangusteen Middle East enters its next chapter, the company reaffirms its commitment to innovation, excellence, and playing a leading role in positioning the GCC as a global hub for world-class events and experiences.

UDC to activate The Pearl Island & Gewan Island with full day of community sports on National Sport Day United Development Company (UDC), master developer of The Pearl Island and Gewan Island, will transform its destinations into vibrant, open community spaces on February 10, as it marks Qatar’s National Sport Day (NSD) with a full-day programme of inclusive, community-focused sports, and wellness activities. Building on its continued success year after year, UDC has curated a comprehensive programme spanning multiple zones across The Pearl Island and Gewan Island, reinforcing its commitment to community engagement, wellbeing, and the promotion of active lifestyles. The initiative reflects UDC’s core values by encouraging movement as part of everyday life, strengthening social bonds, and activating public spaces in a way that supports both residents and the wider community.Running from 8am-8pm, the National Sport Day activities will engage residents, visitors, and participating corporate entities from UDC, its subsidiaries, and partner organisations, alongside their employees and families. **media[414215]** The full-day activation is designed to create a memorable, inclusive experience while supporting retail activity and enhancing footfall across key destinations. A highlight of the programme is a community walkathon along Porto Arabia, extending from 1 La Croisette to 10 La Croisette, offering participants an opportunity to stay active while enjoying the waterfront setting. Additional activities will be hosted across prominent locations, including Porto Arabia and Qanat Quartier Boardwalks at The Pearl Island, and Crystal Walk on Gewan Island, turning these destinations into lively gathering points throughout the day. The programme features fitness activation zones, interactive sports areas, table football, and light recreational activities suitable for all age groups. First aid support, health check-up points, and water stations will be available throughout the day to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all participants. Through this initiative, UDC reinforces its role as a lifestyle developer and community builder, supporting national efforts to promote health and well-being in line with the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030. By activating public spaces and encouraging active participation, UDC continues to foster stronger, healthier, and more connected communities.