Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

KSA launches 'Industrial Ideas Development' programme

Wed, 21 Oct 2026

The Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, in collaboration with Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, has launched the Industrial Ideas Development Programme.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

WETEX explores key solutions to boost water security, resource sustainability

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

The global water equation is evolving, driven by climate change, urban growth and rising demand, said industry experts at the 28th edition of WETEX expo in Dubai. Water security is no longer solely about increasing supply; it also depends on cities’ ability to diversify water sources, recover and reuse water and reduce losses.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Qatar Gas Transport net profit down 1.5pc in Q3

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat) has announced that it has registered a slight decline in its net profit for the third quarter of 2026 which fell by 1.5% to QAR1.29 billion ($347 million) over last year's figure of QAR1.3 billion ($352 million) owing to the ongoing regional situation.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

AW Rostamani unveils VerraPak as new identity for packaging business

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

AW Rostamani Group has announced the launch of VerraPak, marking the next phase in the development of its packaging business, formerly Sineo Packaging. Operating from a 50,000 sq ft facility in Dubai Industrial City, VerraPak has 15 high-speed production lines with over 400 million units annual capacity.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Ritchie Bros. kicks off year-end campaign amid buyer demand across EMEA

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Ritchie Bros., the world's largest industrial auctioneer, has opened its year-end 'Finish Strong' campaign across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), urging businesses to review surplus and idle equipment while buyer demand remains strong.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Tanmiah signs agreements with Sabil and NGC

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Tanmiah Food Company, one of the kingdom’s leading vertically integrated poultry and food producers, has signed two agreements with the National Grain Supply Company (Sabil) and its wholly owned subsidiary, the National Grain Company (NGC).

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Portuguese Natural Stone makes its mark on Saudi Arabia’s premium architecture

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

From royal palaces and luxury hotels to airports and high-speed rail, Portuguese Natural Stone is already part of some of Saudi Arabia’s most prestigious architectural projects, combining aesthetic distinction with technical precision and long-term performance

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Schneider Electric delivers energy, digital backbone of VDX

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has delivered the electrical and digital backbone of Skysports’ VDX, the world's first commercial vertiport at Dubai International Airport.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Rakez wins CIPS ethical procurement certification

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (Rakez) has achieved the Corporate Ethical Procurement and Supply Certification and Kitemark from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

UAE's MoIAT strengthens partnerships in Shanghai

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

The UAE has concluded its participation in the China International Industry Fair 2026, held in Shanghai, supporting efforts to strengthen strategic relations with global markets across industry and technology.