The UAE’s full passenger railway network will connect 11 cities and regions through strategically located stations, forming the UAE’s first fully integrated national passenger railway system, Etihad Rail announced on Thursday.
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Lebanese group Dar Al Handasah has secured a contract to conduct studies for the $4billion Qatar-Bahrain causeway project. The scope of work includes financial, economic, social and environmental feasibility studies for the 40km causeway, also known as the Friendship Bridge, said a report.
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In a strategic move, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (Sabic) has agreed to divest its entire stake in Sabic Europe (including the group's petrochemicals business and assets in the European Union) along with its Engineering Thermoplastics (ETP) business in Europe and the Americas.
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A practical blueprint for governments and innovators on what comes next and how nations are re-architecting governance for the digital age has been launched.
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As the GCC enters 2026, economic policy is being shaped by tighter external conditions, accelerating technological change and a more fragmented global trading system, says an expert.
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The UAE tourism sector delivered a robust performance last year, with its contribution to the national GDP rising to 15 per cent, compared to six per cent in 2021, said Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has ranked first worldwide in the Road Network Connectivity Index, and also ranked fourth among G20 countries in the Road Infrastructure Quality Index, thus reflecting the continuous development of the road sector, said a report.
The new amendments to the UAE Commercial Companies Law marks a pivotal milestone that underscores the UAE’s commitment to enhancing the flexibility and sustainability of companies and supporting their ability to keep pace with future trends, said Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism.
Saudi Arabia has taken a major step in accelerating the global integration of its financial markets, announcing that its capital market will be fully opened to all categories of foreign investors from February 1, 2026.
AlBawani, a diversified Saudi industrial conglomerate, has been appointed as the main contractor for the Hexagon Data Center, which is set to become the largest government data centre in the world. Spanning more than 30 million sq ft, the key facility boasts a massive 480MW capacity.
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, has delivered a historic production record of 1.623MT in 2025 over the previous year's figure of 1.622 MT, thus underscoring its resilience, disciplined operations and commitment to sustainable growth.
Linxon, a global engineering, procurement, and construction company, has completed the work on the Taibah 380 kV Bulk Supply Point (BSP) substation and handed it over to the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), marking a significant milestone in boosting Madinah’s power grid capacity.
VoPay International, a global fintech infrastructure platform, today announced the establishment of its global headquarters in Qatar.
Intersec 2026, the world’s leading platform for advancing security, safety and fire protection, will have some significant new features when it opens at the Dubai World Trade Centre from January 12-14.
The World Cement Association (WCA) has appointed Philippe Richart as its new Chief Executive Officer.
As Principal Partner of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026, the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) will showcase projects aligned with its Strategic Framework 2050 that demonstrate an integrated approach to improving efficiency, resilience, and sustainability across the energy and water sector.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data on global passenger demand for November 2025, showing continued growth across the aviation sector. Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), increased by 5.7% compared to November 2024.
Turkish Airlines has launched a comprehensive investment initiative that will strengthen Türkiye’s aviation infrastructure and further advance its competitive edge.
A practical blueprint for governments and innovators on what comes next and how nations are re-architecting governance for the digital age has been launched.
Work is nearing completion on Jumeirah Beach 1 project, a fully integrated coastal destination in Dubai featuring modern recreational and sports facilities including dedicated pedestrian, cycling and jogging paths. It is set to reopen to the public next month following revamp.
Seequent, the Bentley Subsurface Company, has announced that it is partnering with some of the leading universities and research institutions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to launch qualified degree courses to help boost students' geotechnical modelling skills.
Dubai master-developer Nakheel has partnered with Bildits, the creator of realistic construction learning kits, to launch Blueprint for the Future, a hands-on sustainability and construction initiative designed to equip students with practical skills in sustainable development and responsible design.
Deliverect, a global ecosystem of on and off-premise solutions that empowers restaurants and retailers to sell anywhere and deliver everywhere, has launched Deliverect Kiosk in the MENA region.
Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, has completed its inaugural dual-tranche $1 billion sustainable bond issuance under its Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) Programme.
Oman Data Park (ODP), the Sultanate’s first managed services and cloud provider delivering secure, scalable, and locally hosted ICT solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group, to strengthen cybersecurity services across Oman and selected regional markets.
LEPAS, Chery Group's all-new NEV brand, has signed a distribution agreement with Al-Babtain Group as LEPAS's distributor in Kuwait.
Abu Dhabi-based Ethmar International Holding (EIH) said it has joined forces with Guggenheim Brothers Media (GB Media), a private investment firm, to launch a multi-million-dollar investment fund with a global focus on media, entertainment, and the digital creative economy.
The UAE’s full passenger railway network will connect 11 cities and regions through strategically located stations, forming the UAE’s first fully integrated national passenger railway system, Etihad Rail announced on Thursday.
