Abu Dhabi

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi luxury residential market evolving as buyer preferences shift, says expert

Tue, 04 Aug 2026

Abu Dhabi's luxury residential market is evolving as buyers place greater emphasis on long-term value, quality of design and the overall living experience, said leading developer Mered, highlighting continued activity across Abu Dhabi's established waterfront destinations.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Abu Dhabi appoints new Director of PR & Marketing

Tue, 04 Aug 2026

Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Abu Dhabi has appointed Lotachukwu (Lota) Monyei as Director of PR & Marketing, a strategic move to strengthen the hotel's brand presence and reputation.

Construction & Real Estate Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Etihad Rail Dubai, Al Dhaid stations to open on September 30

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s national railway network, has announced that its passenger network will continue to expand with Dubai and Al Dhaid stations scheduled to open on September 30, 2026.

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi approves bigger homes under Shuwaib housing programme

Mon, 03 Aug 2026

The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has increased the maximum gross floor area allowed for homes in the Shuwaib National Housing Project to 900 sq m in co-ordination with Abu Dhabi Housing Authority, thus giving Emirati families greater flexibility to expand and customise their homes.

Motoring Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from Dec 3 to 6

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will take place from December 3 to 6 at Yas Marina Circuit, bringing the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship season to a close.

Construction & Real Estate

Work starts on Dar Al-Funoon project in Saadiyat Cultural District

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Work on Dar Al-Funoon, a cultural development near the Saadiyat Cultural District in Abu Dhabi, has started, according to a report.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Masdar starts commercial operations at second UK battery storage facility

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company– Masdar has started commercial operations at a 35MW/70MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Rochdale, strengthening the company’s contribution to UK energy security and marking the latest step in its planned £1 billion ($1.4 billion) investment in British battery storage.

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi puts livability at the heart of urban development with new framework

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Abu Dhabi is putting the quality of everyday life at the heart of how its cities are planned and built, with a new framework designed to ensure that major urban developments are judged not just by what they deliver, but by how well they serve the people who live in them.

Media & Promotion

Hili Forum to focus on Gulf conflict, consequences

Thu, 20 Aug 2026

The Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR) and the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) have launched the third edition of the annual Hili Forum, which will take place in Abu Dhabi on September 7 and 8.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Investcorp Capital FY2026 profit plunges 44pc on higher financing costs

Sun, 02 Aug 2026

Abu Dhabi-based Investcorp Capital has reported a sharp decline in its annual profit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026 which fell to $44 million from $81 million last year as higher financing costs and timing of private market exits weighed on earnings.