Abu Dhabi

Construction & Real Estate

Metal Park launches new cut-and-bend rebar capacity

Mon, 13 Apr 2026

Abu Dhabi's Metal Park has announced the launch of 25,000–30,000 metric tons per month of new cut-and-bend rebar capacity starting in Q2 2026, equivalent to roughly 10–12% of the UAE’s total monthly consumption.

Construction & Real Estate

Sobha Realty enters Abu Dhabi with mega waterfront living community

Mon, 13 Apr 2026

Luxury property developer Sobha Realty has announced its foray into the Abu Dhabi market with the unveiling of its master-planned community - Sobha City. Spanning 38 million sq ft, it is envisioned as a 'City within a city' featuring a range of residences along with a 2-km waterfront promenade and integrated marina destination.

Construction & Real Estate

Mered's Abu Dhabi waterfront residential tower enters fast-track

Sat, 11 Apr 2026

UAE developer Mered has announced that deep foundation works was currently under way at its waterfront residential tower - Riviera Residences - in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. With work in full swing, the premium project, featuring over 400 apartments and 11 exclusive villas, is on track for timely completion.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

DIAFA takes over Richard Caring’s prime hospitality portfolio in $1.8bn deal

Sat, 11 Apr 2026

DIAFA, the Abu Dhabi-based luxury investment platform and a IHC unit, has acquired a majority stake in the hospitality portfolio of British businessman Richard Caring. The deal estimated at $1.8 billion includes some of the UK’s iconic brands such as Ivy restaurants chain and private members’ club Annabel’s.

Finance & Capital Market

UAE wins right to host 2029 meetings of World Bank Group and IMF

Fri, 10 Apr 2026

The UAE has won the hosting rights for the 2029 meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund in the capital, Abu Dhabi, said HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, in his X post.

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit to focus on sustainable cities

Fri, 10 Apr 2026

The UAE capital’s flagship conference and exhibition for infrastructure and urban development, the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) 2026, will return in an expanded format next month.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Sharp increase in UAE fuel prices

Wed, 01 Apr 2026

The UAE has increased fuel prices sharply for April 2026 amid rising oil prices globally, following the Middle East conflict and closure of Strait of Hormuz by Iran.

Construction & Real Estate

Modon to cover registration fees for all residential units bought in March

Wed, 01 Apr 2026

Modon, a developer of iconic projects and experiences in the UAE, has announced that it will cover registration fees for all residential units purchased in March, in recognition of its customers’ trust.

Construction & Real Estate

Burtville sees prime Abu Dhabi projects on track

Sat, 07 Mar 2026

Burtville Developments has announced that construction across its projects in Abu Dhabi is progressing at a steady pace and in full alignment with the established development timelines. These include five in Masdar City and two each in Yas Island and Al Raha Beach respectively.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Etihad, Emirates slowly resume limited operations

Fri, 06 Mar 2026

Flight operations at the UAE’s major airports are beginning to regain cautious momentum as regional airspace gradually reopens, allowing carriers to restart limited services after days of disruption triggered by the escalating conflict in the Gulf.