COUNTRY'S LARGEST WASTEWATER PLANT

CSCEC breaks ground on $3.3bn Kuwait wastewater treatment plant

Thu, 05 Nov 2026

China State Construction Engineering Corporation Middle East has announced that it has broken ground on the North Kabd Wastewater Treatment Plant Project being implemented at a total cost of KD998 million ($3.3 billion) in Kuwait city. On completion, it will be the country’s largest wastewater treatment plant.

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110 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Bahrain's Gateway Gulf 2026 unveils $22.3bn deals

Thu, 05 Nov 2026

Bahrain's Gateway Gulf 2026 unveiled $22.3 billion in strategic announcements, partnerships, and deals during its fourth edition this week.

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1000% JUMP IN FIVE YEARS

Clean electricity accounts for 46% of Abu Dhabi's power generation

Thu, 05 Nov 2026

Renewable and clean electricity generation sources now account for almost 46 per cent of Abu Dhabi's total power generation, up from under 5 per cent in 2020, according to an EWEC (Emirates Water and Electricity Company) report.

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QATAR, CHINA CONTINUE PEACE EFFORTS

Trump faces pressure to rein in Iran war after Republican defeat

Thu, 05 Nov 2026

Democratic control of Congress could constrain military options, while Gulf diplomacy and Chinese mediation offer a possible route to a settlement. But conflicting signals from Washington and Tehran, and the risk of either side seeking a face-saving military victory, keep the region on edge.

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ANALYSIS

GCC capital markets enter new phase as funding sources diversify: Fitch

Wed, 30 Sep 2026

GCC capital markets have witnessed significant development in recent years, driven by governments’ efforts to diversify funding sources and deepen capital markets, said top rating agency Fitch, adding the combined market capitalisation of listed equity markets across the Gulf region stands at around $4 trillion.

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Top This Week

Bahrain Airport Company renews partnership deal with Thales

Wed, 04 Nov 2026

Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), has renewed its long-term partnership with Thales, a global leader in high technologies for defence, aerospace, cyber and digital, for a further five years, securing specialist maintenance and support for the airport’s security systems.

Gulf Cryo set to start production at Abu Dhabi carbon capture facility

Tue, 03 Nov 2026

Gulf Cryo, a leading supplier of industrial and specialty gases, has announced that its carbon capture facility in Abu Dhabi will begin production within weeks, adding to its existing operational facility in the northern emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The UAE is currently the company's largest market.

Edamah, Kanoo to develop 11,000-sq-m waterfront leisure destination in Bahrain

Tue, 03 Nov 2026

Edamah, the real estate arm of Bahrain’s sovereign wealth fund Mumtalakat, has joined hands with Kanoo Real Estate, a division of the Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Group, to develop a premium waterfront leisure and commercial destination - Pier 1890 - on Manama Corniche, adjacent to the Shaikh Hamad Causeway.

IHCL, Kingdom Projects announce $100m investment in Bahrain with Taj debut

Tue, 03 Nov 2026

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and Kingdom Projects have announced a $100 million investment in Bahrain to introduce three developments: the Taj hotel brand’s debut in the Kingdom, Bombay Brasserie and Hamleys, expanding the country’s hospitality, dining and retail offering.

Bahrain's Beyon boosts green data centre expansion with new solar park phase

Tue, 03 Nov 2026

Bahrain-based technology group Beyon is expanding its renewable energy capacity, with a third data centre set to be powered entirely by clean energy following the completion of the 14,000-sq-m fifth phase of its solar park programme being implemented in partnership with Almoayyed Solar.

Saudi Arabia’s landmark Jeddah Tower approaches 500m mark

Tue, 03 Nov 2026

Jeddah Tower, Saudi Arabia’s landmark mixed-use tower, has achieved a major construction milestone reaching level 120 (approximately 482m) as it advances towards becoming the tallest building in the world. Work is in full swing with over 322,000 cu m of concrete poured and more than 3,900 facade panels installed.

US carries out limited strikes on Iran as Trump says peace deal remains possible

Tue, 03 Nov 2026

The US military has carried out fresh, limited strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island, in an operation Washington described as defensive, even as President Donald Trump signalled that a diplomatic agreement with Tehran remained possible.

Parsons-led JV secures Riyadh Metro Red Line extension contract

Mon, 02 Nov 2026

Parsons Corporation, a leading infrastructure engineering firm, has announced that its joint venture, Riyadh Metro Transit Consultants (RMTC), in partnership with Systra and Egis, has secured the contract to provide project and construction management (PMCM) services for the Riyadh Metro Red Line Extension.

Lynx secures $220m Madinah Downtown mall, office contract

Mon, 02 Nov 2026

Arabian Centers Company (Cenomi Centers), a leading Saudi developer of lifestyle destinations, has announced that it has awarded a $220 million (SAR 825 million) design-and-build order to Lynx Contracting for the mall and office components of its Madinah Downtown project.

DP World expands free eyecare to 12,000 drivers in India

Thu, 05 Nov 2026

DP World’s Shipping Solutions AMEA business, is expanding its partnership with VisionSpring Foundation to provide f...

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