Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

UAE-Belarus TISIA comes into force

Wed, 07 Oct 2026

The Trade in Services and Investment Agreement (TISIA) between the UAE and Belarus has officially come into force, marking a significant new phase in bilateral economic relations.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Saudi Arabia, Bahrain seek to deepen industrial, economic ties

Wed, 07 Oct 2026

Saudi Arabia and Bahrain discussed ways to strengthen industrial co-operation and deepen bilateral economic ties during talks in Manama, reported SPA. The meeting took place during Saudi Energy and Industry and Mineral Resources Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman's visit to Bahrain.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Dana Gas, Levidian advance UAE graphene manufacturing with first unit

Wed, 07 Oct 2026

Dana Gas and British advanced materials company Levidian have commissioned the first LOOP 20 unit at the Sharjah Graphene Park, marking the start of commercial graphene production in the UAE emirate.

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GCC approves five joint industrial investment opportunities

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

The Gulf countries have approved five joint industrial investment opportunities as part of an initiative to identify 20 projects across the GCC region, marking a step forward in efforts to deepen industrial integration and boost its manufacturing base, said a top official at the debut 'Made in GCC 2026' event in Bahrain.

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Saudi Arabia’s non-oil shift builds long-term resilience, says S&P

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

Saudi Arabia’s structural shift toward non-oil revenue is strengthening the kingdom’s long-term economic resilience, while rapid growth in its digital economy is supporting efforts to diversify beyond hydrocarbons, according to top ratings agency S&P Global Ratings.

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Inaugural 'Made in GCC' forum and expo kicks off in Bahrain

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

Gulf states are seeking to strengthen industrial co-operation and expand manufacturing’s contribution to their economies as they pursue diversification and greater resilience, said senior officials on the opening day of the inaugural 'Made in GCC Forum and Exhibition 2026' in Bahrain.

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DP World wins 10-year extension to operate Port of Luanda terminal

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

DP World said it has been granted a 10-year extension to its concession to operate the multipurpose terminal at the Port of Luanda, Angola, extending the concession term through to 2051. Since launching its operations in 2021, DP World has invested more than $260 million to its upgrade and modernisation.

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Riyadh’s flexible workspace market enters rapid expansion phase: JLL

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) flexible workspace market has reached a critical inflection point, according to a new report by real estate industry expert JLL, which finds that over 90% of the region’s corporate real estate portfolios remain committed to traditional, long-term leases.

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KBR secures Aramco contract for Marjan offshore field upgrade

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

KBR has secured a project from Aramco to support the upgrade of facilities across the Marjan offshore field in the Arabian Gulf. Under the contract, KBR will provide engineering and project execution services for key offshore processing, gas compression and power infrastructure.

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Crescent, TVS Automobile announce strategic tie-up

Tue, 06 Oct 2026

Crescent Enterprises and TVS Automobile Solutions (TVS ASL) have announced a strategic partnership to support myTVS’ next phase of growth across India, the UAE and wider Middle East and North Africa (Mena).