DP World and Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) have inaugurated the upgraded South Container Terminal at Jeddah I ..Read More

DP World and Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) have inaugurated the upgraded South Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, a key part of DP World’s SAR 3 billion ($800 million) expansion. The terminal’s capacity has more than doubled from 1.8 million TEUs to 4 million TEUs, with plans to scale up to 5 million TEUs. Equipped with automation, AI-powered tracking, and an expanded reefer capacity (from 1,200 to 2,340), the terminal enhances efficiency and trade connectivity under Saudi Vision 2030. Adjacent to it, the 415,000 sqm Jeddah Logistics Park, set for completion by Q2 2026, will further boost trade across Asia, Africa, and Europe.
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Arada awarded a AED 604 million contract to Modern Building Contracting Company (MBCC) for Phase 1 of Arada Ce ..Read More

Arada awarded a AED 604 million contract to Modern Building Contracting Company (MBCC) for Phase 1 of Arada Central Business District (CBD) within the AED 35 billion Aljada megaproject in Sharjah. Scheduled for completion in Q1 2027, the phase includes eight smart blocks, 812,000 sq. ft. of Grade A office space, 1,666 parking spaces, and 26,500 sq. ft. of retail space, featuring Arada’s headquarters. The district will incorporate a green spine park, LEED, WiredScore, and SmartScore-certified buildings, and next-gen smart city solutions. Aljada spans 24M sq. ft., with 30% of its 25,000 homes completed.
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Khimji Ramdas LLC and JV partner Archimedes Marine Engineering & Contracting LLC signed a OMR 28 million agree ..Read More

Khimji Ramdas LLC and JV partner Archimedes Marine Engineering & Contracting LLC signed a OMR 28 million agreement with Oman's Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries Wealth, and Water Resources to develop a Multipurpose Fishery Port in Masirah, South Al Sharqiyah. The project includes a 4,172m breakwater, port basin deepening (5.0–7.0m), 1,100m skiff beach, and 13 floating pontoons for skiff boat and yacht berthing. The agreement was signed in the presence of government officials and company executives.
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Petro Rabigh and Rossari International Limited have signed an MoU under the Ministry of Energy’s patronage t ..Read More

Petro Rabigh and Rossari International Limited have signed an MoU under the Ministry of Energy’s patronage to explore Propoxylates and Ethoxylates manufacturing in Rabigh. The collaboration aims to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s specialty chemicals industry by supporting local production, reducing import dependency, and driving innovation in sectors like construction and personal care. Aligned with Vision 2030, the initiative will enhance industrial self-sufficiency and contribute to the Kingdom’s economic growth.
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MAIRE’s NEXTCHEM, through its subsidiary NextChem Tech, has secured a three-year contract from SATORP (a Sau ..Read More

MAIRE’s NEXTCHEM, through its subsidiary NextChem Tech, has secured a three-year contract from SATORP (a Saudi Aramco-TotalEnergies JV) to provide engineering and technology services for the Sulphur Recovery Complex at SATORP’s Jubail refinery. The scope includes process advisory, operational troubleshooting, energy efficiency improvements, and carbon footprint reduction for the Sulfur Recovery Unit, Amine Regeneration Unit, and Sour Water Stripper. This contract strengthens NEXTCHEM’s role as a leader in sustainable technology and enhances its collaboration with SATORP, following TECNIMONT’s Amiral project award in June 2023.
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Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) signed agreements for the Jubail-Buraydah Independent Water Transmissio ..Read More

Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) signed agreements for the Jubail-Buraydah Independent Water Transmission Pipeline (IWTP) project with a consortium of Aljomaih Energy & Water, Nesma Co. Ltd., and Buhur for Investment. The SAR 8.5 billion project will have a 650,000 m³/day capacity, spanning 587 km, with strategic storage tanks in Al-Shamasiyah (6) and Al-Jubail (3). Awarded under a BOOT model after competition from 32 companies, it will commence operations in Q2 2029 with a 35-year concession. The project aligns with Vision 2030, ensuring efficient water supply with lower energy costs and increased Saudization.
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U+A, part of the Egis Group, designed Solea, a 34,167 sqm mid-rise development on Saadiyat Island for Taraf Ho ..Read More

U+A, part of the Egis Group, designed Solea, a 34,167 sqm mid-rise development on Saadiyat Island for Taraf Holding, blending modern design, sustainability, and affordability. The seven-floor project features 212 residences with interlocking massing, optimizing privacy and communal spaces. Sustainability strategies include energy-efficient glazing, smart building tech, natural ventilation, and water-efficient landscaping. With resort-style amenities, landscaped courtyards, and aesthetic durability, Solea redefines coastal urban living while ensuring long-term value for residents and investors.
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Kuwait’s Public Authority for Housing Welfare (PAHW) has signed two infrastructure contracts worth KWD 172.1 ..Read More

Kuwait’s Public Authority for Housing Welfare (PAHW) has signed two infrastructure contracts worth KWD 172.1 million (USD 557.5 million) with China Gezhouba Group Co. Ltd. for the South Saad Al-Abdullah residential project. The scope includes construction, completion, and maintenance of infrastructure across multiple residential suburbs (NFU1-NFU19), along with irrigation tank buildings and substations. The contract follows an earlier award in January 2025.
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