Global airlines scrambled to fix a newly identified software glitch flagged by Airbus in its A320 family of aircraft, and although many carriers rushed to apply the update overnight, the issue still triggered widespread disruption to flight operations around the world.
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Total global passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), was up 6.6% in October 2025 compared to October 2024, said International Air Transport Association (IATA) data.
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A sharp rise in life-sciences mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are likely across the Middle East as Gulf governments intensify efforts to build a globally competitive biotech and health-technology manufacturing base, according to a new Grand View Research study.
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AD Ports Group, a leading global facilitator of trade, logistics, and industry, today announced the sale of its 9.77% stake in NMDC Group, a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and marine dredging, to Alpha Dhabi Holding for AED1.6 billion ($436 million).
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The AI sector is in a volatile stage as investors “abandon the idea that one unified mentality can carry every company involved in advanced computing”, says Nigel Green, the CEO of deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory organisations.
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ADNOC Gas and its subsidiaries, a world-class integrated gas processing company, today announced the signing of a landmark agreement, valued between $3.5 billion and $4.2 billion with EMSTEEL, one of the region’s largest integrated steel and building materials manufacturers.
Leading developer Meraas has awarded a AED1.9 billion ($517 million) contract for the construction of its exclusive standalone villa community, The Acres, in Dubailand. The deal covers the first release comprising 642 villas and associated community facilities.
ADNOC Board of Directors, presided over by UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has approved a capex of $150 billion (AED551 billion) for 2026-2030 to maintain ADNOC’s current operations and drive smart growth.
AD Ports Group, a global enabler of integrated trade, transport, industry, and logistics solutions, and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), a global clean energy leader, have signed a partnership agreement to collaborate on the development and delivery of offshore wind projects.
The Dubai Airshow 2025 set a historic record with deals surpassing $202 billion, double the $101 billion secured at the 18th edition in 2023.
Despite tight financial conditions and regional uncertainty, Bahrain’s real GDP is likely to hit 2.9% in 2025. With the completion of refinery upgrades and robust services in tourism and finance, it is set to post a 3.3% growth in 2026, said a report by IMF.
Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, in partnership with Pasqal, a global leader in neutral-atom quantum computing, have achieved a major breakthrough for the Middle East’s technology landscape with the successful deployment of Saudi Arabia’s first quantum computer — and the region’s first quantum computer dedicated to industrial applications.
Big 5 Global, the largest and most influential construction and urban development event in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), opened today (November 24) in Dubai, showcasing 2,800 exhibitors and over 60,000 products, services, systems and solutions from around the world.
Saudi Arabia and the UAE are poised to lead the Gulf’s economic expansion in 2026, supported by strong private-sector performance, resilient domestic demand and renewed investment momentum, according to a new report.
China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) has secured the contract for a major infrastructure package in the Phase I expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport. The work involves laying of five parallel runways, terminal buildings and 400 boarding gates.
ABB opened a $2-million training and customer experience facility in the UAE on Thursday to develop digital and engineering skills for industrial, power and utility applications across the Middle East.
Global airlines scrambled to fix a newly identified software glitch flagged by Airbus in its A320 family of aircraft, and although many carriers rushed to apply the update overnight, the issue still triggered widespread disruption to flight operations around the world.
Network International (Network), a leading fintech company with operations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, said it has reached an agreement with leading UAE group Rakbank to buy its merchant acquiring business in the emirates.
A sharp rise in life-sciences mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are likely across the Middle East as Gulf governments intensify efforts to build a globally competitive biotech and health-technology manufacturing base, according to a new Grand View Research study.
The first edition of “Salone del Mobile.Milano” in Riyadh, which opened on November 26 under the theme ‘Red in progress’, will conclude today (November 28) at King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD).
A sharp rise in life-sciences mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are likely across the Middle East as Gulf governments intensify efforts to build a globally competitive biotech and health-technology manufacturing base, according to a new Grand View Research study.
ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation, has opened a major training and customer experience facility in the UAE aimed at developing digital and engineering skills for industrial, power and utility applications across the Middle East.
Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (Danat) has marked a new milestone in its growing global outreach with the launch of Danat–Bicester Collection Lounge at the Jewellery Arabia 2025 for major promotion of the kingdom's natural pearls.
Network International (Network), a leading fintech company with operations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, said it has reached an agreement with leading UAE group Rakbank to buy its merchant acquiring business in the emirates.
The National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) said it has signed an agreement with Batelco by Beyon, the kingdom's leading telecom services company, to broaden the range of value-added retail services accessible through both institutions.
Ashok Leyland, an Indian multinational automotive manufacturer, has launched its new subsidiary in Saudi Arabia as part of its Middle East expansion plans. Ashok Leyland Saudi will be setting up assembly plant for buses and trucks in the kingdom.
Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (Danat) has marked a new milestone in its growing global outreach with the launch of Danat–Bicester Collection Lounge at the Jewellery Arabia 2025 for major promotion of the kingdom's natural pearls.
DMCC, a leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, has unveiled the world’s largest silver bar – a record-breaking 1,971 kg asset officially recognised by Guinness World Records.
