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Trade Delegation Visits Karbala

A trade delegation representing companies from the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia met with the Governor of Karbala as well as members of the Provincial Council last week. The companies presented their capabilities and discussed with officials and technical experts of the provinces a wide range of economic and social development and […]

In Karbala, Religious Grief Translates to Big Business

This article was originally published by Niqash. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. It is traditional for Shiite Muslims to wear mourning black around Ashura, a memorial day commemorating the death of one of their sect’s most important icons. But while some […]

Karbala’s Faith-Funded Businesses Threaten Smaller Firms

By Abbas Sarhan. This article was originally published by Niqash. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. In Karbala religion is big business. But for some time now, the religious authorities there have been moving into businesses other than faith - such as […]

Rotana Names New Karbala Management Team

Abu Dhabi-based Rotana, a leading hotel management company, announced the general manager and other senior appointments for its new property in Iraq, the five-star Karbala Rayhaan by Rotana. General manager Nader Mobader, a seasoned hospitality player with 18 years of industry experience in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, has been leading the team through […]

Video: Western Shias Urged to Make Iraq Pilgrimage

From Al Jazeera. Any opinions expressed are those of the authors, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq is home to some of the most sacred sites for Shia Muslims. Pilgrims from across the Middle East visit in huge numbers. The Governor of Karbala urges western Shias to make the […]

Entering Karbala: Getting a Visa to US would be Easier

By Ibrahim al-Jibouri. This article was originally published by Niqash. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Karbala’s famous old city is home to two of Islam’s most important shrines and attracts millions of tourists. It is also surrounded by high walls and […]

Another New Cement Factory Planned

By John Lee. Following the news last week that Muthanna Cement is to be rehabilitated, it has now been announced that a new cement plant is to be built in Karbala. The state-owned plant will require an investment of US$300 million and will be constructed by a Iraqi-Canadian joint venture. World Cement reports that the […]

Technip Wins Contract for Karbala Refinery

Iraq's State Company for Oil Projects (SCOP) has awarded French company Technip a significant contract for project management consultancy (PMC) services for the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) phase of the Karbala refinery. This award follows the front-end engineering design (FEED) executed by Technip in 2010. The scope of work will cover two phases: phase […]

Contractors Invited to Build New Airport

By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Transport (MOT) has invited contractors to participate in a pre-qualification procedure for the construction of the new Middle Euphrates International Airport (MEIA). Sited near Kerbala [Karbala], the project will be financed by the General Federal Budget of the Republic of Iraq. MEIA will be a domestic and international airport […]