Dubai’s RTA has awarded an AED 798 million contract for the Al Qudra Street Development Project, enhancing t ..Read More

Dubai’s RTA has awarded an AED 798 million contract for the Al Qudra Street Development Project, enhancing traffic flow and connectivity across key residential and commercial areas. The project spans 11.6 km, includes 2,700m of bridges, and aims to reduce travel time from 9.4 to 2.8 minutes, benefiting 400,000 residents and visitors. Key upgrades include bridges at major intersections, expanding road capacity to 19,400 vehicles/hour, and reducing wait times significantly. The development will also extend Al Qudra Street by 3.4 km and add 4.8 km of new roads, improving access to Arabian Ranches, Dubai Motor City, DAMAC Hills, and more.
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Emerge, a Masdar-EDF joint venture, has signed an agreement to install a 13.25MWp solar PV plant for Tawazun I ..Read More

Emerge, a Masdar-EDF joint venture, has signed an agreement to install a 13.25MWp solar PV plant for Tawazun Industrial Park (TIP), including an 11.5MWp ground-mounted system and a 1.75MWp carport. The project will avoid 14,064 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, supporting UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 Strategy. Under a 25-year BOOT agreement, Emerge will finance, design, construct, operate, and maintain the plant, with construction starting in late 2025.
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Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) has appointed a Deloitte-led global consortium as a consultant for ..Read More

Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) has appointed a Deloitte-led global consortium as a consultant for Phase 7 of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which will add 1,600MW of solar PV and a 1,000MW battery energy storage system (BESS). Set for phased commissioning between 2027-2029, this solar-plus-storage project will help Dubai exceed its 5,000MW clean energy target before 2030. Deloitte will oversee IPP tendering, financial structuring, investor outreach, and regulatory alignment, reinforcing Dubai’s goal of 100% clean energy by 2050.
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Linxon has been awarded a turnkey EPC contract by TAQA Transmission to develop a 400/220 kV substation at ICAD ..Read More

Linxon has been awarded a turnkey EPC contract by TAQA Transmission to develop a 400/220 kV substation at ICAD-4 in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The project supports grid development and the retirement of Sas Al Nakheel generation plant, meeting the growing power demand of Abu Dhabi’s mega projects. Linxon’s scope includes GIS switchgear (400kV, 220kV, 33kV), 500 MVA transformers, SCMS, telecom, and civil works, with commissioning set for 2028. This reinforces Linxon’s commitment to regional infrastructure expansion.
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Parsons announced $475 million in new contracts as part of its Q4 2024 results. In Saudi Arabia, it secured tw ..Read More

Parsons announced $475 million in new contracts as part of its Q4 2024 results. In Saudi Arabia, it secured two contracts worth $275 million with a three-year duration, booking the first option period in Q4 2024. In UAE, it won a $200 million follow-on program and construction management contract in Dubai. Total Q4 revenue rose 16% to $1.7 billion, driven by 14% organic growth and acquisitions, with strong gains in critical infrastructure protection and cyber markets.
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REEF Luxury Developments has broken ground on REEF 1000 in Dubai Land Residential Complex, featuring the world ..Read More

REEF Luxury Developments has broken ground on REEF 1000 in Dubai Land Residential Complex, featuring the world’s first Sunken Balcony with outdoor cooling. The ceremony included planting the first of 126 olive trees, symbolizing sustainability. CEO Samer Ambar emphasized the project’s innovation and premium lifestyle offerings, aligning with Dubai’s vision for cutting-edge luxury living.
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Masdar, TotalEnergies, and EPointZero have signed a Framework for Action (FFA) agreement to enhance clean ener ..Read More

Masdar, TotalEnergies, and EPointZero have signed a Framework for Action (FFA) agreement to enhance clean energy access in Africa and Asia. Masdar and TotalEnergies will focus on sustainable electricity in Africa and clean energy projects in Southeast Asia, while TotalEnergies and EPointZero will support India’s decarbonization through solar, wind, and storage. Signed at the UAE-France High-Level Business Council in Paris on February 16, the FFA aims to drive energy transformation in emerging markets.
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ADNOC and Veolia signed an MoU at the UAE-France High Level Business Council to collaborate on water managemen ..Read More

ADNOC and Veolia signed an MoU at the UAE-France High Level Business Council to collaborate on water management. The partnership will leverage Veolia’s expertise across 44 countries to optimize water resources by analyzing water cycles, developing solutions, enhancing monitoring systems, and reducing water consumption. This initiative aligns with ADNOC’s commitment to sustainable water management while supporting communities and environmental protection.
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