Startup Scene ME

The EUR 1.5 billion seven-year green bond was priced at mid-swaps +115 basis points, narrowing by 40 basis points from initial pricing expectations.

The deal, among Italy’s largest foreign investments, strengthens ties across energy, AI, defense, and space.

Founded in 2019, Parcel connects businesses to a network of on-demand drivers via its digital platform, providing a more cost-effective solution for companies that want to avoid managing their own fleets or hiring full-time drivers.

Founded in 2022, Flow48 enables SMEs to access immediate capital by converting future revenues into upfront funding under flexible terms.

Partnering with nine Omani businesses, the company is channeling investment into logistics, digital transformation, infrastructure, and engineering services.

Lola, a Bahrain-based cake-ordering startup, has secured $1.3 million in pre-seed funding to accelerate its expansion in Saudi Arabia. The round was led by Vision Ventures and Plus VC, alongside angel investors.

Millions of users will now be able to access Meta’s AI service in Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Libya, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates and Yemen.

While Agthia strengthens its ownership, the Auf family will continue leading daily operations, ensuring a focus on innovation, operational efficiency, and premium product offerings.

Lola, a Bahrain-based cake-ordering startup, has secured $1.3 million in pre-seed funding to accelerate its expansion in Saudi Arabia. The round was led by Vision Ventures and Plus VC, alongside angel investors.

Qatar-based healthtech startup Lillia has received a $1.7 million grant from the Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI) Council to advance its AI-driven chronic disease management platform.