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India's Rana Group launches smart manufacturing hub in Ras Al Khaimah

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

India’s Rana Group has launched Erisha Smart Manufacturing Hub that will see the development of 150 large industries at Al Ghail Industrial Area in Ras Al Khaimah in the next five years.

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MAJOR RETAIL INVESTMENT

Al-Futtaim buys 49.95% stake in Cenomi Retail for $686m

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

Al-Futtaim, a regional retail powrhouse, has acquired a 49.95% stake in Cenomi Retail, a leading retail brand in Saudi Arabia, for a total consideration of SAR2.52 billion ($686 million), at SAR44 per share.

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SPOTLIGHT

Saudi construction sector enters next phase of transformation

Mon, 15 Sep 2025

Despite challenges such as labour shortages, rising material costs, and long procurement lead times, Saudi Arabia's construction sector is showing resilience and several key initiatives are helping to build long-term capacity, a report said.

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INSIGHT

Dubai’s residential property 'fundamentals steady despite seasonal dip'

Thu, 11 Sep 2025

Dubai’s residential property market demonstrated steady fundamentals despite seasonal slowdowns in August, a report said. The total value of deals reached AED42 billion ($11.44 billion), in the month.

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SPOTLIGHT

SUNGROW: Poised for unprecedented growth and a bright, sunny future

Tue, 09 Sep 2025

Award-winning Sungrow Power Supply Company (Sungrow) is a global leader in renewable energy technology and solutions, while being both a pioneer and front-runner in sustainable power solutions. This flag-bearer company operates in 100+ countries.

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Top This Week

Asia firms account for 58% of MNCs joining Dubai International Chamber in H1

Sun, 14 Sep 2025

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has revealed that 58% of the multinational companies (MNCs) it attracted to the city during H1 2025 came from Asia.

RTA completes new pedestrian bridges across Dubai

Sun, 14 Sep 2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed two pedestrian bridges on Sheikh Rashid Street and Al Mina Street as part of Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project.

KSA committed to inclusive tourism: Princess Haifa

Sun, 14 Sep 2025

Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable, inclusive tourism, solidifying its position as a global tourism leader at the G20 Tourism Ministerial Meeting and Tourism Investment Summit held for the first time in South Africa.

2 MILLION: Etihad achieves passenger milestone in August

Sat, 13 Sep 2025

Etihad Airways marked a historic milestone in August as the airline carried more than 2 million passengers in a single month for the first time ever.

Value of active development projects in Abu Dhabi tops $758bn

Sat, 13 Sep 2025

The total value of active development projects in Abu Dhabi exceeds $758.79 billion, it was revealed as the UAE capital played host to the 14th edition of the International Real Estate & Investment Show (IREIS 2025).

RAK Central infra works complete, ALEC named main contractor

Fri, 12 Sep 2025

Marjan, the masterdeveloper of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the completion of infrastructure works at RAK Central, its upcoming mixed-use development in the northern emirate. ALEC has been appointed contractor for the HQ complex.

Qatar to host emergency Arab-Islamic summit

Fri, 12 Sep 2025

The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Doha will host an emergency Arab-Islamic summit on September 14–15 to discuss the repercussions of the Israeli attack on its territory.

Saudi Arabia grants Syria 1.65m barrels of crude oil

Fri, 12 Sep 2025

Saudi Arabia, represented by the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), has provided a grant to supply Syria with 1,650,000 barrels of crude oil.

Adnoc shifts stakes in its listed firms to company's XRG unit

Fri, 12 Sep 2025

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) announced on Thursday that it will transfer its equity stakes in its listed companies to XRG (XRG), Adnoc’s wholly-owned international energy investment company.

Nemetschek showcases vision for sustainable, digital infrastructure

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

The Nemetschek Group, a global leader in software solutions, is spotlighting its suite of solutions that enable organisations to build smarter, more sustainable infrastructure, at the Global Infrastructure Expo and Smart Cities Saudi Expo 2025.

Oman’s natural gas production exceeds 32 billion cubic meters

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

Oman's natural gas production, including domestic output and imports, saw a slight increase of 0.7 per cent, reaching 32.8795 billion cubic meters by the end of July 2025. This is up from 32.6432 billion cubic meters during the same period in 2024.

IBTM World launches new platform for start-ups

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

IBTM World, a global trade show for the meetings and events industry, has announced the launch of IBTM Ignite – a new initiative that connects start-ups with industry advisors and investors.

India's Rana Group launches smart manufacturing hub in Ras Al Khaimah

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

India’s Rana Group has launched Erisha Smart Manufacturing Hub that will see the development of 150 large industries at Al Ghail Industrial Area in Ras Al Khaimah in the next five years.

Saudi construction sector enters next phase of transformation

Mon, 15 Sep 2025

Despite challenges such as labour shortages, rising material costs, and long procurement lead times, Saudi Arabia's construction sector is showing resilience and several key initiatives are helping to build long-term capacity, a report said.

Dubai Creek International Pairs Tournament in December

Fri, 12 Sep 2025

Dubai Creek Golf Club, home to The Dubai Invitational, and the championship fairways of the Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates, will host golf enthusiasts from across the world for the inaugural Dubai Creek International Pairs Tournament in December.

Jamjoom Pharma enters deal with Bio-Thera for Cosentyx biosimilar

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

Jamjoom Pharmaceuticals Factory Company (Jamjoom Pharma) has signed a strategic commercialisation agreement with Bio-Thera Solutions for the exclusive rights to commercialise a proposed biosimilar to Cosentyx (secukinumab) across the Mena region.

EmpowerME equips 86,000 with job, enterprise skills, plans expansion

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

EmpowerME has equipped more than 86,000 young people across MENA and Türkiye with practical skills for work and entrepreneurship in its first year, pairing intensive, mentor‑led learning with ambassador‑led local trainings, the group has said.

Al-Futtaim buys 49.95% stake in Cenomi Retail for $686m

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

Al-Futtaim, a regional retail powrhouse, has acquired a 49.95% stake in Cenomi Retail, a leading retail brand in Saudi Arabia, for a total consideration of SAR2.52 billion ($686 million), at SAR44 per share.

Mashreq launches digital retail bank in Pakistan

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in MENA region, has officially announced the commercial launch of its full services digital retail bank in Pakistan, Mashreq Bank Pakistan.

Beyond One opens new Riyadh office

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

Beyond ONE, a digital services provider reshaping the personalised digital ecosystems of consumers in emerging markets, celebrated the official opening of its new Riyadh office, signalling a major milestone for the region’s future of work.

Abu Dhabi launches trial operation of autonomous delivery vehicles

Tue, 16 Sep 2025

Abu Dhabi's Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) has launched the emirate's first pilot programme for autonomous delivery vehicles, in collaboration with K2 and EMX, the logistics arm of 7X.

Creators HQ, YouTube collaborate to launch first YouTube Academy in MENA

Sat, 13 Sep 2025

Creators HQ, the first content creator hub in the UAE and the Middle East and part of Visioneers, announced its collaboration with YouTube to launch the first YouTube Academy in the Middle East & North Africa.

EO Bahrain chapter members create 3,900 jobs

Sun, 14 Sep 2025

The Bahrain Chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), a global network of influential business leaders, currently comprises 37 Bahraini entrepreneurs whose companies collectively represent an investment volume of $120 million, it was revealed.

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