Latest news with #Kuwait
Associated Press
6 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Medical Supplierz Showcases Cutting-Edge Medical Equipment from Verified Global Suppliers
'At Medical Supplierz, we connect healthcare institutions with cutting-edge medical tech. Our showcase streamlines procurement, boosts supplier visibility & drives global access to innovation.'— Bader Alajeel, CEO of Medical Supplierz KUWAIT, KUWAIT, June 28, 2025 / / -- Medical Supplierz, a global B2B marketplace for medical equipment and healthcare procurement, has launched a dedicated showcase of advanced medical products sourced from verified suppliers across the globe. This initiative aims to spotlight innovation in the healthcare sector while reinforcing the importance of secure, transparent procurement channels for medical institutions worldwide. The product showcase features a range of state-of-the-art medical equipment—including diagnostic imaging devices, portable patient monitors, surgical tools, and infection control solutions—that reflect the latest advancements in healthcare technology. All featured items are listed by thoroughly vetted manufacturers and distributors, in line with Medical Supplierz's strict supplier verification and compliance standards. The digital showcase is accessible through the Medical Supplierz platform and allows buyers from hospitals, clinics, government agencies, and humanitarian organizations to explore high-quality offerings in a centralized and user-friendly environment. The initiative provides much-needed visibility to reliable suppliers—many of whom are small or mid-sized manufacturers with limited access to international markets. Suppliers featured in the showcase span over 15 countries, with growing representation from Europe, Asia, North America, and the Middle East. Products undergo compliance checks and documentation reviews before being listed, ensuring that buyers can assess not only performance but also regulatory alignment. The launch comes at a time when healthcare systems globally are under increased pressure to modernize and streamline their procurement operations. Supply chain disruptions, inconsistent quality standards, and limited supplier visibility have historically challenged procurement teams—particularly in emerging markets. By curating a space for trusted medical innovations, Medical Supplierz aims to bridge the gap between supplier capabilities and buyer needs, while reducing reliance on intermediaries and long procurement cycles. In addition to product discovery, the platform provides tools for direct communication between buyers and suppliers, regional demand analytics, and marketing support to help suppliers position their offerings more effectively. About Medical Supplierz: Medical Supplierz is a global B2B platform that connects verified medical equipment suppliers with healthcare buyers, including hospitals, clinics, and institutions. Focused on transparency, quality assurance, and digital innovation, Medical Supplierz enables secure, efficient, and scalable procurement solutions in the international medical trade sector. Homod Falah Alshemmri Medical Supplierz +965 9408 9218 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Zawya
20 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Kuwait crude oil up two cents to $68.31 pb
KUWAIT -- The Kuwaiti crude oil price rose by two cents during Thursday's trading to reach USD 68.31 per barrel (pb), compared with USD 68.29 pb the day before, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) said Friday. Brent futures also went up by five cents to USD 67.73 pb and West Texas Intermediate rose by 32 cents to USD 65.24 pb. All KUNA right are reserved © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
Kuwait's KOC eyes green economy with net-zero goal by 2050
KUWAIT CITY - Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) is conducting a comprehensive study on the green economy as part of its efforts to transition to clean energy and support the national goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Sources told the newspaper that the study focuses on three key areas: the production of green hydrogen using renewable energy, the expansion of carbon capture centers, and the underground storage of carbon dioxide. Sources said this is one of several practical measures that KOC is pursuing to align its operations with global sustainability targets. In a related development, the Board of Directors of the Central Agency for Public Tenders (CAPT) has approved the request of KOC to cancel three tenders related to the supply of electrical power for industrial lift pumps and remote vertical manifolds in the southern and eastern parts of the country. The cancelled tenders were originally intended for the construction of power stations in zones 6, 10 and 12 (first tender); zones 8 and 13 (second tender); and zones 7, 9, and 11 (third tender). The cancellations were made under Article 55, Clause Seven of Public Tenders Law No. 49/2016. Sources indicated that this decision reflects the broader policy of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) to rationalize expenditure and reduce operating costs, particularly given that many of the lift pumps currently rely on diesel-powered engines. 'The move also aligns with environmental goals to reduce carbon emissions across the oil sector,' sources added. Despite the cancellation of these tenders, KOC continues to modernize operations and improve production efficiency through the adoption of advanced global technologies. The company is also intensifying its development drilling program and accelerating the rehabilitation of idle oil wells. Notably, the percentage of idle wells was reduced from 14 percent to five percent over the past year, with approximately 2,107 wells repaired in 2024. This added an estimated 10,000 new wells and current oil production is averaging around 1,000 barrels per day. KOC officials have confirmed ongoing efforts to expand renewable energy integration into its operations. Hani Al-Saqabi, a renewable energy specialist at KOC, informed the newspaper that the company has long embraced scientific methods to boost production and reduce energy costs. He highlighted KOC's early adoption of renewable energy initiatives, including the launch of the Sidra 500 solar project in 2017—one of the region's pioneering ventures in clean energy. Ali Al-Harz, Chief Engineer of Technology Management at KOC, added that the company is actively pursuing multiple initiatives focused on solar and wind energy. He emphasized KOC's commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, stressing that the company is studying several pathways to ensure the amount of carbon emitted is offset by the amount captured or stored through clean energy technologies. 'These efforts position KOC at the forefront of the energy transition efforts of the country, as it seeks to balance traditional oil production with sustainability and environmental responsibility,' he added.
Zawya
a day ago
- Automotive
- Zawya
Kuwait continues road development works in Sulaibikhat under new contracts
KUWAIT CITY - Minister of Public Works Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan confirmed on Thursday that field teams from the ministry are continuing infrastructure development works on Khalaf Al-Ahmar Road in Sulaibikhat, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance the country's internal road network and implement scheduled maintenance programs. In a press statement, Dr. Al-Mashaan said the Ministry of Public Works remains committed to developing the country's infrastructure by upgrading internal roads in accordance with the ministry's long-term plans. She noted that the ministry's engineers are supervising the implementation on-site, ensuring compliance with approved technical specifications and safety standards while utilizing modern equipment and machinery. "The work is proceeding according to the approved timeline while upholding all necessary safety and security protocols," the minister said. Al-Mashaan emphasized that the internal road maintenance and rehabilitation initiative aims to improve living conditions in residential areas and address road-related issues in response to public feedback. The program is being executed in collaboration with relevant regulatory bodies. She reaffirmed the ministry's dedication to providing a safe and modern road network that supports efficient traffic flow and helps reduce risks and traffic accidents. The minister also called on residents in the area to cooperate and show understanding regarding temporary diversions until the completion of the works. Deputy Engineer Mamdouh Al-Enezi, who supervises Road Maintenance Contract No. 13 in Jahra Governorate, stated that he and his team were present on-site at Khalaf Al-Ahmar Road to monitor progress and assess the latest developments under the newly launched maintenance contracts. Al-Enezi explained that Thursday's work involved laying a layer of Type 3 asphalt as part of the broader plan to enhance road quality and performance. Arab Times | © Copyright 2024, All Rights Reserved Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
a day ago
- Health
- Zawya
Pharmacists to take bigger role in Kuwait's healthcare shift
KUWAIT CITY - Kuwait Pharmaceutical Association President Dr. Ahmed Taqi has called for the expansion of pharmaceutical services in the country to include clinical pharmacy, supply, storage, and drug inspection, aside from dispensing medicines. In an exclusive interview with the newspaper, Taqi revealed that work is underway to launch a pharmacy consultation room service in hospitals to relieve pressure on doctors assigned to clinics. He explained that this will involve pharmacists reviewing simple medical cases and referring other cases to specialists. He also disclosed that a strategic study is being conducted on the establishment of a public-private partnership for dispensing prescriptions to patients in hospitals and public clinics through private pharmacies. He believes this will enhance competitiveness among private pharmacies and contribute to alleviating the burden on public pharmacies, in addition to ensuring the provision of medicines and reducing prices in private pharmacies. He confirmed as well the finalization of a draft of the new Pharmacy Practice Law to guarantee the expansion of pharmaceutical services and broader powers for pharmacists in the country. He said this law is a top priority for the association in the coming period, indicating that the final touches are being put on the draft law, which he expects to be implemented by the end of this year. He said the existing law was passed in 1996 -- about 30 years ago -- when the number of pharmacist graduates did not exceed 80, and there were no more than 100 private pharmacies. 'Now, the number of pharmacists exceeds 2,200, and there are about 600 private pharmacies. This necessitates amending the law and adding new articles to expand pharmaceutical services, as the number of articles in the previous law did not exceed 16,' he clarified. He stressed the importance of involving private pharmacies in the country's health system, revealing that a plan is being studied to dispense government prescriptions in private pharmacies, which could contribute to reducing the burden on patients and public pharmacies as well. He pointed out that this experiment was implemented in neighboring countries years ago, and its implementation in Kuwait is currently being studied. 'However, it requires a lot of time and effort to implement a unified electronic prescription system for dispensing medicines, electronically link private and government pharmacies, and take other steps that precede the implementation of the experiment. Following is an excerpt of the interview Question: First, tell us about the most important steps you took during your first six months as president of the association. Answer: After forming the association's Board of Directors at the end of December, we followed a clear strategy to strengthen the relationship of the association with decision-makers. Our first step was to meet with Minister of Health Dr. Ahmed Al- Awadhi, as he is the head of the health sector. During the meeting, we discussed pharmaceutical challenges, plans and priorities for the next phase. Our plan is based on working along three parallel lines. First is the development of human resources -- the pharmacists. We believe that the advancement of the profession begins with the development of the pharmacists. Therefore, our plan relies on investing in pharmacists by providing opportunities for continuing professional education and developing technical skills, such as dealing with the work team and facing challenges, as well as supporting training, management and leadership programs. The second line is supporting the social aspect of pharmacists to work as a team in order to overcome challenges and realize the aspirations of the pharmacist community. The third line is coordination with decision-makers to find effective ways to overcome the challenges that the profession is currently facing. Providing job opportunities for pharmacists is one of the most important challenges that the association is facing now. The current number of Kuwaiti pharmacists is around 2,200; and the number of pharmacy graduates from Kuwaiti and foreign universities this year is expected to reach around 5,000. This is a challenge for the association -- to provide job opportunities for everyone. Q: Does this mean that the Kuwaiti labor market is suffering from pharmacist saturation? A: No, the government sector still needs pharmacists. However, our duty as an association is to consider the next steps, especially with the continuous increase in demand for this specialization. Consequently, we are exploring several plans to expand the scope of pharmaceutical services in Kuwait, in cooperation with the public and private sectors. We are currently studying the establishment of pharmacy consultation rooms in hospitals and primary healthcare centers. This service entails patients making an appointment to see a pharmacist in the pharmacy consultation rooms in order to view medications and obtain appropriate prescriptions. We are also studying the expansion of pharmaceutical services provided in several related departments like drug registration, drug inspection, drug control and medical warehouses; because the pharmacist's role is no longer limited to managing the medicines warehouse, as it has expanded to include diverse functions and tasks. Q: What about the private sector? A: We are currently studying several plans and strategies to expand the scope of pharmacist work in the private sector, in coordination with the Pharmaceutical Importers Association and several international companies, to conduct training programs for newly graduated Kuwaiti pharmacists. Around 90 percent of pharmacists go directly to work in the government sector. Through this coordination, we are trying to create a suitable environment for Kuwaiti pharmacists to gain experience and skills by undergoing training at international companies. This will enhance the graduates' resumes and provide them with the opportunity to choose between public and private sector employment. Through this step, we are gradually creating a suitable environment for pharmacists in the private sector and for the betterment of pharmaceutical services in the country; thereby, leading to quality and sustainability at work. Q: Some criticize the practice of pharmacists wearing the doctor's robe. How do you expect to receive patients through the 'pharmaceutical consulting rooms' service in view of this criticism? A: This service is already offered by the geriatric clinic at Ministry of Health hospitals and has been well received by patients. We hope to expand it to include other patients in all hospitals. This service has been offered in many countries around the world for more than 15 years, including some Gulf countries. In Britain, the government uses pharmacists to review minor medical cases and dispense medications to relieve pressure on other clinics. Pharmacists are qualified to identify serious cases requiring medical attention or dispense medications for minor cases. Pharmacists possess a high level of clinical and pharmacological knowledge, so why not use them to review minor cases that do not require waiting and appointments at clinics? Q: Do your plans include expanding clinical pharmacy services? A: Yes. I remember when I started working at Al-Adan Hospital in 2013, I was the first clinical pharmacist at the hospital. At that time, the number of clinical pharmacists in all of Kuwait's hospitals did not exceed five to six. Today, with the development of Kuwait University's curricula, the number of pharmacists capable of providing clinical services and managing pharmaceutical services has reached around 150. Q: Do you have a plan to expand the number of seats allocated to pharmacy students in and outside Kuwait? A: There is only one College of Pharmacy at Kuwait University, so we hope to establish an auxiliary college to meet the growing demand for this vital specialization. Nevertheless, everyone knows that medical colleges face numerous challenges, including the provision of laboratories, hospitals, training teams, specialized halls, and other requirements that constitute a burden and require time and effort to expand the academic scope. Regarding external seats, the number of seats allocated to Kuwaiti students abroad ranges between 100 and 200. This, in my opinion, is a very suitable rate to feed the market at a steady pace over the coming period, ensuring that there is no pressure on the health system to employ these outputs. Q: Citizens always complain about the high prices of medicines in Kuwait compared to other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. What is your comment on this? A: Medicines are of two types: therapeutic and nutritional supplements. Therapeutic medicines are priced according to the law and a clear government mechanism. As for nutritional supplements, we cannot set the prices due to their diversity; particularly the differences from one company to another. It is well known that setting prices for medicines in countries are subject to several factors, including population density, supply chains and market size. If we compare medicine prices in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, for example, we find that the population of Kuwait is much smaller than that of Saudi Arabia. Thus, it is natural for medicine prices to be higher in Kuwait than in Saudi Arabia. Arab Times | © Copyright 2024, All Rights Reserved Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
