Abu Dhabi

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Abu Dhabi non-oil trade jumps 36% to $113bn in 2025; exports rise 63%

Wed, 29 Apr 2026

Abu Dhabi's non-oil foreign trade rose 36 per cent in 2025, exceeding AED415.4 billion ($113.11 billion) compared with approximately AED306 billion in 2024, Abu Dhabi Customs said.

Construction & Real Estate

Modon announces sell-out of 834-unit Reem Island development

Wed, 29 Apr 2026

Leading Abu Dhabi developer Modon has announced the complete sell-out of Tara Park, a residential development on Reem Island, with the project generating AED2 billion ($544 million) in sales. It comprises six residential towers with 834 apartments across one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts.

Construction & Real Estate

ALAIN breaks ground on first Vida-branded homes in Abu Dhabi

Wed, 29 Apr 2026

Abu Dhabi-based asset management company ALAIN has officially begun work on the debut Vida-branded residences in the UAE capital. On completion, the Vida Residences Saadiyat Island will feature 121 fully furnished one-, two- and three-bedroom residences along with key amenities.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Make it in the Emirates gears up for its largest edition yet

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

The fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates kicks off on May 4 in Abu Dhabi under the theme 'Emerging Stronger', bringing together more than 1,100 exhibitors across 12 industrial sectors, while introducing new procurement opportunities aimed at localising the production of 5,000 products within the UAE.

Construction & Real Estate

Aldar's net profit surges 20pc in Q1 to $626m

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

Leading Abu Dhabi developer Aldar Group has recorded strong financial and operational results for the first quarter with a 20% jump in its net profit which rose to AED2.3 billion ($626 million), driven by the realisation of development revenue backlog which hit AED72.1 billion ($19.6 billion).

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Speedex Tools expands into Abu Dhabi with new store

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Speedex Tools has officially opened its newest retail destination in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, marking another milestone in the company’s continued UAE expansion. Spanning over 10,000 sq ft, the branch offers 20,000+ products across 12 categories including power, welding tools and workshop equipment.

Construction & Real Estate

Al Ain project to deliver over 10,300 villas for citizens

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Abu Dhabi authorities have announced that steady progress is being made on the Al Ain Residential Project featuring five housing complexes that, on completion, will boast a total of 10,316 villas for citizens, designed to the highest standards of sustainability and quality.

Construction & Real Estate

Mered advances deep foundation works on Abu Dhabi waterfront project

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

UAE developer Mered has announced a major construction milestone at Riviera Residences, its flagship waterfront project on Al Reem Island, as the project enters deep foundation and piling works. On completion, it will feature over 400 apartments and 11 exclusive villas, including sky villas, ocean villas and a penthouse.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Etihad first airline to depart from Frankfurt's new Terminal 3

Sun, 26 Apr 2026

Etihad Airways became the first airline on Thursday (April 23) morning to depart from Frankfurt Airport's newly opened Terminal 3, as flight EY 122 took off for Abu Dhabi.

Health & Environment

M42 advances global healthcare ambitions with Diaverum’s Brazil acquisition

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

M42, a global health leader powered by AI, technology and genomics, and its world leading renal care business, Diaverum, on Thursday announced the completion of a strategic acquisition of four clinics in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, from the Lund Group.