Abu Dhabi

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi launches new unified infrastructure governance framework

Thu, 14 May 2026

The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) has announced a new infrastructure governance framework designed to accelerate approvals, strengthen coordination and enhance delivery across Abu Dhabi’s capital project ecosystem.

Construction & Real Estate

Aldar, Abu Dhabi department to develop five communities covering 20m sq m

Wed, 13 May 2026

Aldar and the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) have announced a landmark public-private partnership to deliver new integrated communities spanning more than 20 million square metres across five strategic locations in Abu Dhabi.

Construction & Real Estate Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

ALAIN breaks ground on Four Seasons Private Residences Abu Dhabi

Wed, 13 May 2026

ALAIN, a leading Abu Dhabi-based asset management company, has commenced construction of Four Seasons Private Residences Abu Dhabi at Saadiyat Beach, marking a key milestone in the delivery of the capital’s most prestigious beachfront residential offering.

Miscellaneous

Abu Dhabi to host inaugural Global Sustainable Security Summit

Tue, 12 May 2026

Abu Dhabi will host the inaugural Abu Dhabi Global Sustainable Security Summit 2026, accompanying the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR 2026) this month.

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi launches $15bn new public-private partnership projects

Tue, 12 May 2026

Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) have launched a new pipeline of public-private partnership (PPP) projects with a total value of AED55 billion ($14.98 billion), as part of the emirate’s wider PPP programme.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Abu Dhabi marks International Museum Day with free museum access

Tue, 12 May 2026

Abu Dhabi is marking International Museum Day by showcasing its expanding cultural network across Saadiyat Island, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra, reinforcing its position as a leading global hub for museums and heritage experiences, with select free access offered.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Shangri-La unveils wellness-led summer travel experience

Mon, 11 May 2026

Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts has launched “Summer In Motion” (May 11–Aug 31), a global campaign spanning the Middle East, Europe, Canada, India, Sri Lanka, and Mauritius, offering wellness-led, sport-inspired luxury stays with complimentary nights and curated experiences.

Energy, Oil & Gas Finance & Capital Market

Mubadala assets under management up 17% to $385bn

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Mubadala Investment Company, an Abu Dhabi–based sovereign investor, today reported strong financial performance in its 2025 annual results with its assets under management growing 17 percent to AED1.4 trillion ($385 billion), with annualised five- and ten-year returns exceeding 10 percent.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Etihad to launch seasonal Dhaka service from June 26

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will launch a seasonal service to Dhaka, Bangladesh, from June 26, strengthening trade and cargo links across the South Asia corridor, while responding to strong and sustained demand for travel and logistics between the UAE and Bangladesh.

Construction & Real Estate

Investors shifting to completed properties, says Driven

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Abu Dhabi real estate market's current trends indicate a preference for completed, income-generating assets over more speculative opportunities, says a new report.