Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Automechanika Riyadh postponed to 2027

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia, organiser of Automechanika Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s leading regional automotive aftermarket trade event, has announced the postponement of the upcoming edition.

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Iran's military to coordinate Strait of Hormuz passage: Tehran

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Iran has said that the country’s military will coordinate safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz during the ceasefire.

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Saudi Arabia records over 71,000 commercial registrations in Q1

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce said more than 71,000 commercial registrations were issued during the first quarter of 2026, thus bringing the total number of active registrations in the kingdom to more than 1.89 million.

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Keeta launches SME support initiative in Bahrain for over 2,000 brands

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Keeta, a technology-driven delivery platform, has announced a support initiative for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Bahrain, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening local business ecosystems and supporting its partners.

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Borouge shareholders approve $1.32bn dividend for FY 2025

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Borouge, an Abu Dhabi-based petrochemicals company, has announced that it has won shareholder approval for $1.32 billion worth of dividends for FY2025, reflecting its strong operational performance and record sales. The final set of dividend payments for 2025 amounts to $658 million (8.1 fils per share).

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Morocco gas plan reset to unlock new investment opportunities

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Morocco’s decision earlier this year to pause elements of its long-anticipated LNG import strategy marks less a delay than a strategic reset – one that reflects both shifting global market dynamics and a more pragmatic approach to infrastructure development, said industry experts.

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Riyadh Cables lands Saudi power project supply contract

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Riyadh Cables Group has announced that it has secured a SAR450 million ($120 million) contract from Saudi-based Mohammed Al Ojaimi Contracting Establishment for supply of cable products for some of its key power generation and transmission projects.

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Saudi Arabia's cement sales in Q1 down 4.7pc

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

The cement sales volumes across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia declined by 6.7% y-o-y and 21.3% m-o-m to hit 3.37 MT, reflecting the holiday effect and recent geopolitical developments, according to a new report. The sales volume for the first three months fell by 4.7% y-o-y to 12.76 MT.

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Top Indian food brand Haldiram’s opens flagship store in Dubai

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Haldiram’s, one of India’s most iconic food brands, has opened its flagship outlet on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, as part of its regional expansion strategy. It will boast a full spectrum of offerings - from handcrafted mithais and savoury snacks to a diverse all-vegetarian dining experience.

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Havelsan to deliver third B737MAX full flight simulator to Turkish Airlines

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Türkiye-headquartered flight simulator manufacturer Havelsan has successfully completed the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for a Boeing 737 MAX full flight simulator (FFS) destined for Turkish Airlines, marking continued progress in its production pipeline for the national flag carrier.