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Bahrain’s real GDP set for 3.3pc growth in 2026: IMF

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

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.

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INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS

Aramco, Pasqal make history with Saudi Arabia’s first quantum computer

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

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.

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2,800 EXHIBITORS

Big 5 Global opens, connecting regional and global players

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

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.

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INSIGHT

UAE’s retail, office sectors lean in favour of landlords: JLL

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

The current supply-demand imbalance in the UAE’s office and retail markets presents a clear pathway for agile investors and developers to unlock significant new value and drive resilient, long-term growth, reveals JLL's latest Q3 2025 report.

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INTERVIEW

GCC region 'pivotal to Tech Mahindra's global growth vision'

Tue, 18 Nov 2025

Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries, marked its 39th anniversary with the launch of a bold new brand identity — a statement of its evolution into a progressive, purpose-led transformation partner.

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Top This Week

Indian firms sign deals to invest $313m in Kezad

Fri, 21 Nov 2025

AD Ports Group subsidiary Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi - Kezad Group, the largest operator of integrated and purpose-built economic zones in the region, has signed two land lease agreements of more than AED1.15 billion ($313.14 million) investments with two leading Indian business groups, Jindal SAW Group and Haldiram Group.

MBRAH, Atherion Aerospace in deal to set up manufacturing unit

Fri, 21 Nov 2025

The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH), the aerospace platform of Dubai dedicated to advancing the aviation ecosystem, has signed an agreement with Atherion Aerospace, an aerospace manufacturing venture and a subsidiary of Economic Group Holdings (EGH).

Airbus, Mubadala sign deal on industrial collaboration for A400 aircraft

Fri, 21 Nov 2025

Airbus and Mubadala Investment Company, an Abu Dhabi based sovereign investor, have signed a Collaboration Framework Agreement (CFA) during Dubai Airshow 2025, marking a significant step forward in strengthening the UAE’s aerospace ecosystem.

EDGE extends contract with Strata to supply parts for Airbus Programme

Fri, 21 Nov 2025

EDGE Group entity EPI, the cornerstone of precision engineering in the UAE’s aerospace, energy, and defence industries, has extended its contract with Strata, wholly owned by the Mubadala Investment Company and a leader in advanced manufacturing in the country, to produce complex titanium parts for Strata’s Airbus A330 programme.

UAE's Space42, EDGE Group plan Satcom manufacturing alliance

Thu, 20 Nov 2025

Space42, the UAE's leading AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, and EDGE Group, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defence groups, today announced the formation of a strategic satellite communications (Satcom) manufacturing alliance at the Dubai Airshow 2025.

Drydocks World begins work on new head office complex in Dubai

Thu, 20 Nov 2025

Drydocks World has begun construction of its new head office complex in Dubai, marking a major step in the company’s continued transformation as a global leader in marine and offshore services and reinforcing its commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Dubai launches 22m sq ft auto market development project

Thu, 20 Nov 2025

Dubai Auto Market development project, encompassing facilities spread over 22 million sq ft, was launched on Thursday. Initiated on the directives of Mohammed bin Rashid to make the market the world’s largest and most advanced, the project is being developed by DP World.

Aramco Group firms seal $30bn agreements, MoUs with US firms

Thu, 20 Nov 2025

Saudi oil giant Aramco has announced 17 MoUs and agreements with a potential total value of more than $30 billion with major companies in the US, through its Aramco Group Companies. These are aimed at supporting Aramco’s strategic growth objectives while enhancing its shareholder value.

AMD, Cisco, HUMAIN to form JV to drive Saudi AI ambitions

Thu, 20 Nov 2025

AMD, Cisco and HUMAIN, a PIF company delivering global full-stack AI solutions, have announced plans to establish a joint venture aimed to support the development of Saudi Arabia’s position as a leading provider of world-class AI solutions for regional and global customers.

Meraas unveils urban waterfront living at Dubai Design District

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

Leading developer Meraas has launched The Edit at d3, a landmark residential development located within Dubai Design District (d3). It features three sculptural waterfront towers rising along the Dubai Canal promenade, featuring 557 residences.

Krohne unveils key aviation fuel integrity technologies

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

Krohne, a global manufacturer of measurement solutions, has announced new milestones in its aviation fuel management portfolio - including deployments of leak detection systems and SAF blending technologies across Europe, Middle East, Asia and Americas.

Red Sea Museum set for December 6 launch

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

The Red Sea Museum, a regional landmark located in the heart of Historic Jeddah, a Unesco World Heritage Site, is all set to open its doors to the public on December 6. Housed in the restored Bab Al Bunt building, it will serve as a cultural anchor for the region.

Bahrain’s real GDP set for 3.3pc growth in 2026: IMF

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

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.

UAE’s retail, office sectors lean in favour of landlords: JLL

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

The current supply-demand imbalance in the UAE’s office and retail markets presents a clear pathway for agile investors and developers to unlock significant new value and drive resilient, long-term growth, reveals JLL's latest Q3 2025 report.

Oryx to premiere 37LX model at the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show

Thu, 20 Nov 2025

Oryx will present the global premiere of the 37LX model at the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2025 – another key marker in the brand’s fast evolution.

Bahrain’s female surgeon achieves a first

Wed, 19 Nov 2025

Dr Nina Tariq Saeed has achieved the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS Plast), a distinction awarded to surgeons who have achieved the highest standards of training in plastic surgery.

Abu Dhabi TII inks strategic partnership with Canadian AI institute

Sat, 22 Nov 2025

Abu Dhabi-based Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has sealed a strategic partnership with Mila, the Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute, in a move aimed at driving collaborative research in AI safety and next-generation machine learning models.

Belgian group Whyfive launches new regional office in Riyadh

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

Belgium-based Whyfive, a global consumer insights and strategy consultancy, has announced the opening of its new regional office in Riyadh. Whyfive’s Saudi expansion has been supported by AstroLabs, the top GCC business expansion platform.

Bahrain’s real GDP set for 3.3pc growth in 2026: IMF

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

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, Pasqal make history with Saudi Arabia’s first quantum computer

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

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.

Saudi entities ink deal with Stellantis for vehicle manufacturing JV

Sat, 22 Nov 2025

The Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA) has signed a pact with the National Industrial Development Center (NIDC), global automaker Stellantis and energy group Petromin to explore the establishment of a vehicle manufacturing project within the kingdom.

dmg events, Deutsche Messe to develop new global energy platform

Sat, 22 Nov 2025

Two of the world’s most established international events organisers - dmg events and Deutsche Messe - have signed an agreement to jointly develop a major new global energy exhibition and conference that is set for launch in Germany in 2027.

UAE groups ARY, Maher Al Zarooni set up new property JV

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

UAE groups ARY and Maher Al Zarooni have announced the formation of ARY & MAZ Developments, a joint venture set to deliver a new wave of landmark projects in Dubai with an estimated AED2.5 billion ($681 million) development pipeline.

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