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New agreement secures approximately 40,000sq m of dedicated space for Sanad’s engine MRO operations at the Etihad Engineering facility adjacent to Zayed International Airport.
Business

Sanad, Etihad Engineering renew long-term lease agreement

Abu Dhabi-based aerospace engineering firm Sanad has announced the renewal of its long-term lease agreement with Etihad Engineering.Signed by Baha Salama, general manager of Aviation and Aero Engine MRO at Sanad, and Daniel Hoffmann, CEO of Etihad Engineering, the agreement secures approximately 40,000sq m of land and facilities at Etihad Engineering’s 550,000sq m MRO facility adjacent to Zayed International Airport.The arrangement strengthens the deep-rooted partnership between two of Abu Dhabi’s leading aviation champions and reinforces their shared commitment to advancing the emirate’s long-term aerospace ambitions. As Sanad enters its next phase of growth, expanding capacity, capabilities, and workforce across both Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, the agreement ensures long-term operational continuity at its historic base of over 38 years.Sanad will continue operating its engine MRO operations, where it maintains LEAP, GEnx, V2500, and Trent 700 engines for over 55 global airlines and leading engine OEM partners. The secured footprint provides the physical capacity needed to increase engine inductions, scale future capabilities, and expand high-skilled technical teams.The agreement comes as Sanad progresses its major expansion in Al Ain, including the new GTF Engine MRO Centre and advanced test cell complex. Together, the Abu Dhabi and Al Ain facilities form a consolidated, UAE-wide engine MRO platform, enhancing capacity, strengthening supply chain resilience, and accelerating the development of specialised technical talent.Mansoor Janahi, managing director and Group CEO of Sanad, said: “As we scale our capabilities in Al Ain, our Abu Dhabi base remains integral to our operations and our people. The renewal of our lease supports the expansion of our engine capacity, growing our workforce, and delivering world-class MRO solutions from Abu Dhabi to the world.”Mahmood al-Hameli, Group CEO of Abu Dhabi Aviation, added: “Sanad’s continued presence at the Etihad Engineering facility, adjacent to Zayed International Airport, strengthens our combined technical capabilities and supports the emirate’s long-term aerospace strategy.”The agreement directly contributes to Abu Dhabi’s vision for a stronger, more advanced aerospace future. By securing long-term access to critical operational space at Zayed International Airport, Sanad is empowered to expand its capacity, scale its engine programs, and grow its highly skilled workforce.The enhanced infrastructure supports next-generation engine MRO and enables deeper integration with Etihad Engineering, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a centre of engineering excellence. Together, these efforts contribute to a vibrant and resilient aerospace sector that drives industrial growth, nurtures local talent, and accelerates the emirate’s rise as a global aviation leader. 

His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz al-Thani, CEO of the QMC, along with a number of officials.
Qatar

In a first, QMC launches ‘Media Encyclopedia’

The Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) launched Monday the ‘Media Encyclopedia: Towards a New Reading of the Structure of the Media Concept’ project at a ceremony held at the Sanad Doha Club in Msheireb, in the heart of the capital.The event was attended by His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Abdulaziz al-Thani, CEO of the QMC, along with a number of officials, editors-in-chief, journalists, experts, and researchers in the media field.This launch marks one of the most prominent pioneering Arab knowledge projects, being the first of its kind in the Arab world. The project aims to enhance the presence of Arab media knowledge and enrich digital and print libraries with rigorous, scholarly content that combines specialisation with accessibility, while restoring the value of authentic and precise media terminology.The launch of the encyclopedia comes within the framework of a comprehensive scientific vision adopted by the QMC. This vision is based on providing an objective analysis of media, its history, concepts, and institutions, drawing upon its Arab heritage and the broader spectrum of human thought.This approach aims to reformulate modern media knowledge in a sophisticated Arabic language that combines academic rigour with accessible presentation. In this context, the encyclopedia aims to support media knowledge in Arabic, meet the needs of academics and professionals, and keep pace with the rapid transformations in the digital environment.It also seeks to document media concepts, theories, prominent figures, and influential institutions within a scientific and methodological framework that enhances empowerment and aligns with the evolution of contemporary Arab media discourse.Mohammed Sal’an al-Marri, the encyclopedia’s supervisor, expressed his deep appreciation to all those who contributed to the completion of this project, including the corporation’s staff, experts, and researchers. He emphasised that the encyclopedia is the fruit of a robust intellectual collaboration aimed at producing a high-quality media resource that serves researchers and practitioners, providing them with a reliable reference that evolves step by step to meet the needs of the Arab media landscape. The launch event featured a panel discussion titled “Towards a New Reading of the Structure of the Media Concept”, which aligned with the project’s objectives of enhancing terminological awareness and developing understanding tools for specialists and those interested in the field.The session was moderated by journalist Abdulrahman al-Shammari, with the participation of Dr Mohammed al-Khatib, Professor of Linguistics at al-Azhar University and member of the Scientific Committee of the Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language; Dr Hanan Ahmed al-Fayyad, faculty member at Qatar University; and journalist Ahmed al-Sheikh.The panellists discussed the evolution of media terminology over time, the importance of re-evaluating it in light of modern technological advancements, and the connection between news and its scientific context and historical reality, thus contributing to the unification of conceptual frameworks within the Arab media landscape.The QMC ensured that the encyclopedia is available in both written and audio formats via a dedicated online platform, allowing access to the content at any time.The first volume of the media encyclopedia is scheduled to be launched at the Doha International Book Fair 2026, while the foundation is preparing to release the next volume in May as part of a periodic publishing plan that maintains the project’s momentum and allows for ongoing research contributions to support its sustainability and development.

QNB KSA has announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Sanad Pay, a leading Saudi fintech and licensed Point-of-Sale (POS) service provider.
Business

QNB KSA signs strategic partnership with Sanad Pay to offer POS solutions

QNB KSA has announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Sanad Pay, a leading Saudi fintech and licensed point-of-sale (POS) service provider, to introduce smart, cloud-based POS terminals that bring merchants seamless connectivity, modern design, and real-time analytics to enhance their business performance.The agreement marks the start of a collaboration aimed at providing merchants across Saudi Arabia with secure, reliable, and innovative POS solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and compliance, in line with Saudi Vision 2030’s goal of advancing a cashless economy.The signing was attended by Hashim Alawi al-Hussain, VP Transaction Banking at QNB KSA and Maher Mahdi al-Shahin, CEO, Sanad Pay, in the presence of several senior representatives from both sides.Through this service, merchants can accept multiple payment methods including debit and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Mada), contactless payments (Apple Pay, STC Pay), and QR code transactions — all through a single device.The solution also provides advanced digital invoicing, inventory management, and accounting system integration, allowing businesses to track and manage their operations efficiently.With built-in monitoring and backup systems, merchants are assured of uninterrupted business operations, while a centralised platform enables them to access consolidated reports and monitor sales performance with ease.This initiative allows QNB KSA to expand its value-added services offering to clients while maintaining its core banking and relationship focus.