Retail

Construction & Real Estate

Shurooq, Afhad to develop key Sharjah plot into new retail destination

Tue, 02 Jun 2026

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has signed an agreement with Afhad Holding to activate a 15,095-sq-m plot in Kshisha into a new retail destination, marking a key step in expanding commercial infrastructure across emirate's growing residential districts.

Construction & Real Estate Retail & Wholesale

Havelock One secures fit-out contract for The Avenues - Khobar

Wed, 17 Jun 2026

Havelock One, a leading interior fit-out contractor in the region, has announced that it has been signed up as the front-of-house fit-out contractor for The Avenues - Khobar, an ambitious mixed-use development coming up on a 820,000 sq m area in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Savola Group delivers solid results for Q1; net profit up 50pc

Thu, 07 May 2026

The Savola Group, a leading strategic investment holding group in the regional food and retail industry, has reported a 50.4% growth in its net profit for the first quarter, while its revenue hit SAR7.3 billion ($1.94 billion), helped by stronger performance in its food processing business and improved margins.

Construction & Real Estate

Alef Group accelerates delivery at its flagship lifestyle destination in Sharjah

Mon, 04 May 2026

Alef Group, a premier real estate developer in Sharjah, has announced significant progress in the delivery of buildings within its flagship project, Al Mamsha, alongside the opening of a number of new retail outlets during April. These additions reflect a carefully curated tenant mix designed to deliver distinctive, high-quality experiences.

Energy, Oil & Gas Retail & Wholesale

Bahrain revises fuel prices for May

Sat, 02 May 2026

Bahrain's Fuel Pricing and Monitoring Committee has announced fuel prices for the local market for May, in line with the approved pricing mechanism and reflecting global market changes.

Retail & Wholesale

Adnoc Distribution, Americana in deal to boost food retail offering

Tue, 19 May 2026

Adnoc Distribution has announced that it has sealed a strategic partnership with Americana Restaurants to expand dining and convenience offerings at its service stations in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Under this deal, it will set up 200 Americana quick service restaurants across its network.

Construction & Real Estate

Emaar exits the JV structure for prime Syrian mixed-use project

Mon, 18 May 2026

Emaar Properties said it is in the process of exiting the JV structure relating to The Eighth Gate, its key mixed-use development in Damascus, thus marking a decisive new chapter in its long-standing relationship with Syria. With this move, the Dubai master developer will be operating in the country without any partner.

Motoring Retail & Wholesale

Choithrams teams up with Parkonic to provide streamlined parking for shoppers

Wed, 08 Apr 2026

Choithrams, a leading UAE-based retail and distribution company, has announced that it has joined hands with Parkonic, a digitally managed parking operating system, to introduce a streamlined, ticketless parking experience across selected store locations in the UAE.

Retail & Wholesale

E-commerce business in UAE jumps 20% since Feb

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

E-commerce business in the UAE jumped by 20 per cent since February this year, as most consumers maintained work from home and study from home to ensure public safety, according to a report.

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.