Abu Dhabi

Health & Environment

UAE to develop unified emergency command, control system

Wed, 21 Oct 2026

The UAE plans to develop a unified national health emergency command and control system over the next two years, building on Abu Dhabi's integrated model, said Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Appian, IFC launch $1bn critical minerals, metals fund for emerging markets

Tue, 21 Oct 2025

Appian Capital Advisory, an investment advisor with a major presence in the region, has joined forces with International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group to launch a new $1 billion critical minerals and metals fund for emerging markets.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

NBA action returns to Abu Dhabi

Tue, 21 Oct 2025

Abu Dhabi once again took centre stage in the global sporting calendar as it hosted the NBA Abu Dhabi Games, with the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers facing off in two thrilling preseason games on October 2 and October 4, at Etihad Arena on Yas Island.

Construction & Real Estate Finance & Capital Market IT & Telecommunications

Abu Dhabi bolsters position as global financial and AI hub

Tue, 20 Oct 2026

Abu Dhabi's has bolstered its position as a global financial and technology hub, supported by expanding financial services activity, strong investment inflows and sustained demand for prime office space.

Construction & Real Estate Motoring

Aldar Estates JV to deliver AI smart parking solutions in Abu Dhabi

Mon, 20 Oct 2025

Aldar Estates has joined forces with Parkonic, the largest parking operator in the region, to set up a new venture that will deploy seamless, AI-powered parking solutions across its diverse portfolio of managed communities in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

Construction & Real Estate Media & Promotion Miscellaneous

Gulf cities surge in global rankings on livability, innovation, says report

Mon, 20 Oct 2025

The cities in the GCC region are cementing their positions as top global hubs in Kearney’s 2025 Global Cities Report. Dubai topped the Mena list while Abu Dhabi, Manama and Riyadh showed some of the biggest global ranking gains in the report.

Construction & Real Estate Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Yas Bay Waterfront unveils six new openings

Mon, 20 Oct 2025

Yas Bay Waterfront in Abu Dhabi is ramping up its appeal with six new concepts and two nearing-completion beach developments. The openings are set to redefine dining and entertainment in Abu Dhabi.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Abu Dhabi hosts travel trade workshops in Germany

Mon, 20 Oct 2025

Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) recently hosted a series of workshops in Frankfurt, Düsseldorf, and Berlin, designed to connect directly with the German travel trade and provide in-depth updates on the emirate’s tourism offerings.

Construction & Real Estate Motoring

Etihad Rail, Q Mobility and Parkin to develop smart vehicle parking at stations

Fri, 02 Oct 2026

Etihad Rail, Q Mobility and Parkin PJSC have announced a strategic partnership to develop and operate smart parking solutions across Etihad Rail’s passenger station network, designed to make station parking more seamless, convenient and efficient.

Construction & Real Estate Digital Government & Smart Cities

Abu Dhabi, Siemens sign deal to advance digital urban infrastructure

Fri, 02 Oct 2026

The Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has entered into a strategic partnership with Siemens to advance digital urban infrastructure and advanced transit networks across Abu Dhabi.