Aldar, UAE, will be the first developer in the MENA region to use hydrogen-based steel rebar supplied by EMSTE ..Read More

Aldar, UAE, will be the first developer in the MENA region to use hydrogen-based steel rebar supplied by EMSTEEL Group for Abu Dhabi’s first net zero carbon mosque in Sustainable City Yas Island, aiming for LEED Zero Carbon certification. This partnership supports sustainable construction by reducing steel production emissions by up to 95% and aligns with the UAE’s National In-Country Value (ICV) program. The initiative was launched at Make It In The Emirates 2025, emphasizing innovation and industrial transition.
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ADNOC has signed AED6 billion ($1.64 billion) worth of framework agreements with 12 UAE-based companies to loc ..Read More

ADNOC has signed AED6 billion ($1.64 billion) worth of framework agreements with 12 UAE-based companies to locally manufacture pressure vessels and cables, supporting the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ initiative. These long-term deals are expected to create 1,300 skilled private-sector jobs, boost industrial activity across UAE zones, and strengthen supply chain resilience. ADNOC plans to locally procure AED90 billion ($24.5 billion) worth of goods by 2030 as part of its In-Country Value (ICV) program.
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Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest single-operat ..Read More

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest single-operator concentrated solar power (CSP) plant at 700 MW, part of the 950 MW fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This phase combines 600 MW from CSP parabolic basins, 100 MW from a CSP tower, and 250 MW from photovoltaic panels. The project also holds records for the tallest CSP tower (263.126m) and the largest thermal energy storage system (5,907 MWh). It supports Dubai’s net-zero 2050 goals.
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• Power

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) plans to invest $4 billion to build the first new primary aluminium plant in t ..Read More

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) plans to invest $4 billion to build the first new primary aluminium plant in the U.S. since 1980, with a 600,000-tonne annual capacity—nearly doubling U.S. output. Located in Inola, Oklahoma, the plant aims to begin construction by end-2026 and produce first hot metal by decade’s end. It is expected to create up to 4,000 construction jobs and 1,000 permanent jobs, and spur a regional aluminium hub. EGA is also expanding its recycled aluminium capacity in Minnesota.
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Kapsch TrafficCom AG (Austria) has been awarded a five-year contract by Sharjah Roads & Transport Authority (S ..Read More

Kapsch TrafficCom AG (Austria) has been awarded a five-year contract by Sharjah Roads & Transport Authority (SRTA), UAE, for the implementation and maintenance of systems in five key tunnels, including the 2.7 km Al Multaqa tunnel—the longest covered tunnel in the Middle East. Valued in the double-digit millions (USD), the project starts in May 2025 and includes MEP systems, SCADA integration, AI-enabled traffic management, fire and safety systems, and XR-enabled control rooms. The project aims to enhance safety, reduce travel time, and improve air quality between Khorfakkan and Sharjah.
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DMCC has appointed Ali & Sons Contracting Company to lead the second phase of Uptown Dubai’s development, fe ..Read More

DMCC has appointed Ali & Sons Contracting Company to lead the second phase of Uptown Dubai’s development, featuring two new commercial towers with 62,000 sqm of Grade A commercial and retail space linked to Uptown Tower by a new bridge. The project emphasizes innovation and sustainability, utilizing advanced technologies like drone surveying, off-site prefabrication, and 3D planning. This collaboration highlights DMCC’s commitment to setting new regional benchmarks in urban development.
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The Walt Disney Company and Miral have announced the launch of a Disney theme park resort on Yas Island, Abu D ..Read More

The Walt Disney Company and Miral have announced the launch of a Disney theme park resort on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, marking Disney’s seventh global resort and its first in the Middle East. Fully developed by Miral and creatively led by Disney Imagineers, the waterfront resort will integrate Disney’s iconic stories with Emirati culture and architecture. This landmark project aims to expand Disney’s global reach and support Abu Dhabi’s vision as a premier entertainment destination, while boosting long-term economic growth.
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Modon Holding P.S.C. has launched the first townhouses at Nawayef Village on Abu Dhabi’s Hudayriyat Island, ..Read More

Modon Holding P.S.C. has launched the first townhouses at Nawayef Village on Abu Dhabi’s Hudayriyat Island, featuring 378 freehold units including three- and four-bedroom townhouses and five-bedroom twin villas inspired by Tuscany. The gated community offers lush green spaces, comprehensive amenities, and proximity to retail outlets, aiming to redefine community living in Abu Dhabi. The development is part of the larger Nawayef masterplan, providing stunning views and a high-quality lifestyle.
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