Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Elsewedy Electric powers ahead with six HV substations in Saudi Arabia

Fri, 10 Apr 2026

Elsewedy Electric Power Systems Projects said it is implementing a portfolio of six high voltage power substations across various the kingdom in collaboration with Saudi Electricity Company and National Grid Company. These projects have a voltage levels ranging between 110 and 115 kilovolts.

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DAE, Blackstone Credit seal $1.6bn aviation leasing investment deal

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has announced a partnership agreement with Blackstone Credit & Insurance to launch a new long-term global investment programme branded Equator that will focus on aircraft on lease to commercial airlines, with a target deployment of $1.6 billion annually.

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Volvo CE starts world’s first serial production of e-haulers

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has announced that it has begun production of its A30 Electric and A40 Electric, becoming the first manufacturer in the world to bring electric articulated haulers of this size into serial production.

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UAE to strengthen alternative trade corridors to protect supply chains

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

The United Arab Emirates is accelerating efforts to strengthen alternative trade corridors, improve customs systems and expand regional shipping connectivity as it works to protect supply chains and reinforce its position as a trusted global logistics hub amid continuing regional disruptions.

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CBB seals BD2bn currency swap deal with UAE Central Bank

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

The Central Bank of Bahrain has signed a currency swap deal with Central Bank of UAE that has a nominal value of BD2 billion (AED20 billion), with a tenor of five years. This reaffirms the duo’s shared commitment to expanding monetary co-operation as well as boosting trade and investment ties.

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Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy inks deal with Congolese mining firm

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy, an integral part of AD Ports Group, has signed a research, development, and operational deployment agreement with Minexx, a technology-enabled mining and mineral processing company operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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Two-week ceasefire won't end ocean container shipping disruption, says expert

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

The two-week ceasefire announced by US with Iran will not restore container shipping operations through the Strait of Hormuz to pre-conflict conditions, with ocean supply chain disruption and elevated rates expected to continue, according to an industry expert.

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Grant Thornton, AstroLabs in deal to support business expansion in Saudi Arabia

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Aldar Audit Bureau (Grant Thornton Saudi Arabia), a leading professional services firm, has announced a strategic collaboration with AstroLabs, the region’s premier business setup and growth platform, to provide international businesses with a fully integrated pathway to enter and scale in the kingdom.

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Health Water Bottling seals strategic deal with Saudi PIF company

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Health Water Bottling Company, the owner of top bottled water brand Nova, has signed an agreement with Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC), a PIF company, to jointly explore significant initiatives aimed at reducing waste, improving material recovery and increasing national recycling rates.

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Kuwait's Alshaya Group acquires Starbucks franchise in Greece and Cyprus

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Alshaya Group, a leading Kuwaiti business conglomerate, has announced that it has acquired the Starbucks Greece & Cyprus licensed business, becoming the new exclusive owner and operator of the business. It operates 30 stores in Greece and 18 in Cyprus employing around 500 people.