Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports surge by nearly 23% in Sept 2024
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia's non-oil exports surged by 22.8 percent in September, according to a report by the...
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Deals worth $4.26 billion signed at inaugural Global Logistics Forum
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- More than 65 agreements and Memoranda of Understanding worth SAR 16 billion were signed at the...
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OPEC’s World Oil Outlook to be launched at ADIPEC on Oct 31
This year’s publication will again be accompanied by a smart app to give increased access to the WOO’s vital analysis...
- This year’s publication will again be accompanied by a smart app to give increased access to the WOO’s vital analysis and energy data
- First published in 2007, the WOO provides an in-depth review and analysis of the global oil and energy industries
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flydubai, Smartwings sign agreement
flydubai will wet lease four Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
- flydubai currently operates a single-fleet type of Boeing 737 aircraft that includes 32 Next-Generation Boeing 737-800, 33 Boeing 737 MAX 8 and three Boeing 737 MAX 9.
- The all-Economy Class aircraft will operate on select routes on the flydubai network including Chattogram, Colombo, Dhaka, Karachi, Multan, Muscat and Sialkot.
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By 2030, TAQA targets a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions
The strategy includes the national low-carbon power and water champion’s interim greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction goals.
- The strategy includes the national low-carbon power and water champion’s interim greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction goals
- TAQA will focus on the decarbonisation power and water supply, electrification across sectors to support more efficient use of power and water
Business
Mubadala buys stake in EQT Infrastructure’s GlobalConnect
GlobalConnect is a fiber-based data center services provider.
- Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, GlobalConnect is a fiber-based data communication and data centre services provider.
- The company was created in 2019 through the combination of four independent fiber platforms in Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
Economy
Abu Dhabi’s Environment Agency holds training for industries
The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) organized two training workshops on the Green Industries environmental labeling program.
- The Green Industries program aims to recognize industrial facilities that adopt green processes and operations.
- The workshops, held digitally, were attended by over 135 industrial facilities from various sectors in Abu Dhabi.
Business
QatarEnergy becomes 100 percent owner of Siraj Energy joint venture
QatarEnergy bought 49 percent of Qatar Electricity and Water Company’s share in Siraj Energy.
- Siraj Energy was established in 2017 to finance, build, operate, and maintain solar power facilities, and sell electricity generated from solar power, within Qatar.
- Siraj Energy has a 60 percent interest in Siraj (1) which owns and will operate Al-Kharsaa Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Independent Power Project.
Business
Dubai records real estate deals worth $571 million on Thursday
Dubai, UAE---Dubai real estate market recorded realty transactions worth AED2.1 billion ($571 million) on Thursday, Dubai Land Department said. The...
- The transactions included 401 sales deals worth AED1.69 billion, in addition to 77 mortgage deals of AED324.64 million.
- The sales included 373 villas and apartments worth AED687.26 million, and 28 land plots worth AED1 billion.
Business
Lulu Group to list on Abu Dhabi Exchange in 2023
V Nandakumar stressed that the group’s listing is a major opportunity to contribute to the sustainable growth of the Emirati...
- V Nandakumar stressed that the group’s listing is a major opportunity to contribute to the sustainable growth of the Emirati economy
- A number of other firms are considering their IPOs on ADX and the Dubai Financial Market to build up resilience against international uncertainties
Business
Camel Club, Riyadh Chamber to promote camel culture as Saudi heritage
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia---The Saudi Arabia's Camel Club and Riyadh Chamber of Commerce have signed an MoU to develop and create...
- The two entities signed an MoU that also aims at creating investment opportunities in the camel sector.
- Providing support and assistance to the club when holding international conferences are other aims of the MoU.
Business
Oman & Emirates Co. Q3 net profit $5.6m
The profit for the same period in 2021 was 538,832 OR.
- Oman & Emirates Investment Holding Company was established through the Royal Decree in 1993, as an joint venture between Oman and UAE.
- O&E is registered as an Omani Joint Stock Company traded in Muscat, Abu Dhabi and Dubai Securities Markets.
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Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports surge by nearly 23% in Sept 2024
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Nearly 5,000 member companies join Sharjah Chamber in 2023
SHARJAH, UAE - The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has logged an impressive surge in new memberships this...
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Dubai’s top 10 land deals in 2023 is worth US$2.3bn
DUBAI, UAE – A real estate brokerage based here has compiled the 10 largest land deals in the Emirate since...
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Mawani, SGP ink US$266m pact
The aim is to establish multiple logistics zones in the Kingdom.
- The objective is to establish logistics zones that will enhance efficiency of the sector, improve service quality and generate additional job opportunities.
- This initiative is expected to strengthen the role of the logistics sector in supporting the national economy.
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Ground operation likely in Gaza Strip, says Israeli envoy to Russia
MOSCOW, RUSSIA - The probability that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) will launch a ground operation against Palestinian group Hamas...
- Israel announced a total blockade of the Gaza Strip.
- Israeli forces have been bombarding the area.
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Air Arabia launches non-stop flights between UAE’s Sharjah, Egypt’s Giza
SHARJAH/ ABU DHABI, UAE - Air Arabia announced the launch of a new route operating between Sharjah and Giza city...
- The non-stop flights will connect Sharjah International Airport with Giza and will have a frequency of five weekly flights.
- British Airways announced that it will launch daily flights from London to Abu Dhabi next year.