Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Ajman's Superyacht Service Centre enters strategic operational phase

Sun, 01 Mar 2026

The Superyacht Service Centre (SYSC) in Ajman has completed its final operational phases, marked by the activation of vital infrastructure and commissioning of core technical service capabilities, thus reinforcing its position as one of the most advanced refit and maintenance centres for superyachts in the region.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Iran attack shatters hopes of return of containers to Red Sea, says expert

Sun, 01 Mar 2026

The repercussions of the joint military operation by the US and Israel against Iran and subsequent retaliatory action will see the further weaponisation of trade and shatter prospects of a large-scale return of container shipping to the Red Sea in 2026, said a leading logistics industry expert.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Iran says no ship will be allowed through Strait of Hormuz

Sun, 01 Mar 2026

Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned on Saturday that no vessel would be allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint through which nearly a fifth of the world’s oil supply passes.

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Sharjah Airport eyes cargo growth as throughput tops 204,000T

Fri, 27 Feb 2026

The Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) showcased expansion plans in air cargo, integrated logistics solutions as well as its sustainability strategy at this year's Air Cargo India. The Sharjah Airport has recorded strong cargo growth over the past five years with a throughput of over 204,000 tonnes in 2025.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

EDGE inks defence co-operation $35bn deal with Korea

Fri, 27 Feb 2026

UAE-based EDGE Group has signed a Defence Industry Cooperation Framework with Korea's Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) with defence cooperation under the framework expected to amount to $35 billion.

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Global energy leaders head to Riyadh for major industry event

Fri, 27 Feb 2026

Leading global decision makers including heads of state, ministers, CEOs, energy experts, academics and engineers will be at the Energy Week in Riyadh for a coordinated series of high-level meetings and strategic forums. In tandem, the 25th WPC Energy Congress will be held in the kingdom for the first time in its 93-year history.

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Metal Park joins German group Frindt to launch digital laser cutting services

Fri, 27 Feb 2026

Metal Park, an integrated downstream metals ecosystem based in Kezad, Abu Dhabi, has signed a strategic agreement with Germany-based digital industrial technology specialist Frindt Consulting to launch its advanced digital laser cutting services in the UAE and transform sheet metal work across the region.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Abu Dhabi begins testing driverless trucks in logistics zone

Fri, 27 Feb 2026

Abu Dhabi’s transport regulator has initiated a pilot programme for autonomous freight trucks - in tieup with global company Autotech - a move aimed at preparing regulatory frameworks for the commercial rollout of driverless logistics services. It was implemented within Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (Kezad).

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Ericsson, Mastercard join forces to reshape digital money movement

Fri, 27 Feb 2026

Global telecom major Ericsson and Mastercard have announced a collaboration to reshape how money moves across the world. It is aimed at empowering telecom service providers, banks, and fintechs to expand digital wallet capabilities and reach unbanked or underbanked communities.

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Abu Dhabi records 29pc jump in new economic licences for 2025

Thu, 26 Feb 2026

The Abu Dhabi Registration Authority (ADRA) has announced solid growth in the number of new economic licences for 2025 which increased by 29% compared to the year before with significant growth recorded across all regions of the emirate, economic sectors, and licence categories.