AMEA Power, UAE, has been awarded two projects under South Africa's Battery Energy Storage Independent Power P ..Read More

AMEA Power, UAE, has been awarded two projects under South Africa's Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP) Window 2. The Gainfar and Boitekong projects, each with a capacity exceeding 300MWh, will enhance Eskom's grid stability and address load-shedding issues. Gainfar connects to the Ngwedi substation, and Boitekong to the Marang substation, supporting South Africa's transition to sustainable energy.
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Drydocks World has launched a $75 million South Yard expansion, increasing fabrication capacity by 40% and yar ..Read More

Drydocks World has launched a $75 million South Yard expansion, increasing fabrication capacity by 40% and yard capacity by 25%. The facility, equipped with advanced technologies, supports large-scale projects such as offshore wind energy infrastructure and FPSO conversions. It is powered by clean energy from the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, aligning with Drydocks World’s sustainability goals. The expansion enhances the company’s ability to meet global energy transition demands and deliver complex marine and offshore solutions.
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The Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), UAE, has secured approval for four new renewable energy sit ..Read More

The Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), UAE, has secured approval for four new renewable energy sites across Abu Dhabi, including three solar PV plants in Al Faya, Al Khazna, and Al Zarraf, and a wind farm in Sila. These projects will add 4.5GW of solar PV and 140MW of wind capacity, supporting Abu Dhabi's Clean Energy Strategic Target 2035 and the UAE's Net Zero by 2050 initiative. This development aligns with environmental sustainability goals and decarbonization efforts through collaborations with key partners like the DoE, EAD, and ADNOC.
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Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is implementing a smart grid with AED 7 billion investments to en ..Read More

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is implementing a smart grid with AED 7 billion investments to enhance electricity and water services using advanced technologies like AI and IoT. The grid features automated decision-making, fault detection, and restoration systems, reducing electricity and water losses to world-leading levels. DEWA’s initiatives align with Dubai's vision to become the smartest city globally, supported by smart meters, big data analytics, and innovative customer alert systems.
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McDermott has opened a state-of-the-art welding and technology center in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Freezone, coverin ..Read More

McDermott has opened a state-of-the-art welding and technology center in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Freezone, covering over 4,100 sqm. The facility will centralize McDermott’s pipeline development and qualification expertise, focusing on welding, coating, non-destructive testing, and simulation for global pipeline projects. It aims to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance predictability, supporting McDermott's leadership in subsea pipeline fabrication and installation.
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Foster + Partners has unveiled designs for Regent Residences Dubai, Sankari Place, featuring two 180-meter twi ..Read More

Foster + Partners has unveiled designs for Regent Residences Dubai, Sankari Place, featuring two 180-meter twisting residential towers in Marasi Marina, Business Bay. The design includes 60 interlocking apartments with panoramic views of the Burj Khalifa, private pools, and expansive terraces for outdoor living. Highlights include a sky pool connecting the towers, a greenery-filled podium with amenities, and retail spaces integrated with the marina promenade. The project emphasizes luxury, nature, and wellbeing.
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Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a AED20.5 billion contract for the Dubai Metro Blue Li ..Read More

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a AED20.5 billion contract for the Dubai Metro Blue Line to a consortium of MAPA, LIMAK, and CRRC. The 30-kilometer line, featuring 14 stations, will improve connectivity and support the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. With a focus on sustainability, the Blue Line will reduce traffic congestion, boost property values, and enhance public transport, serving up to 320,000 passengers daily by 2040. Construction will begin in April 2025, with operations expected to start in September 2029.
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Ohana Development has partnered with luxury brand Jacob & Co. to launch "Jacob & Co. Beachfront Living by Ohan ..Read More

Ohana Development has partnered with luxury brand Jacob & Co. to launch "Jacob & Co. Beachfront Living by Ohana," a luxury beachfront project in Abu Dhabi. Featuring villas, apartments, and mansions with stunning sea views and resort-style amenities, the development includes unique offerings like the Jacob & Co. Beach Club and Seafront Cigar Lounge. Completion is slated for Q2 2028, with the official launch in Q1 2025.
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