ADNOC Gas to convert methane into graphene, hydrogen

ADNOC Gas explores tech to turn methane into graphene, hydrogen

The company’s technology team will evaluate and use the graphene produced at the Habshan complex to explore possible applications

Aramco to set up minerals exploration, mining JV with Ma’aden

Aramco to set up minerals exploration, mining JV with Ma’aden

The venture will focus on energy transition minerals, with commercial lithium production scheduled to commence by 2027

Kenya turns to the UAE for railway funds after China cut financing

Kenya turns to the UAE for railway funds after China cut financing

The two nations signed a trade agreement that aims to boost trade volumes by removing barriers and promoting investments

UAE’s AD Ports to invest in greenfield grain terminal in Kazakhstan

UAE’s AD Ports to invest $30m in greenfield grain terminal in Kazakhstan

The total investment in the grain terminal will exceed $50 million across both phases, with AD Ports contributing approximately $30m

UAE: ENEC launches ENEC Consulting _ Image for illustrative purposes ENEC's Barakah-Nuclear-Plant-Unit-4

Emirates Nuclear Energy Co’s ENEC Consulting to support global projects

The subsidiary will focus on the comprehensive lifecycle of nuclear energy projects, from strategic advisory and project management to operational readiness and capacity building

Abu Dhabi’s ADIA acquires stake in Canadian Firm Innocap

Abu Dhabi’s ADIA acquires stake in Canadian Firm Innocap

The Canadian platform has identified the Middle East as a key growth market and plans to open an office in Abu Dhabi in 2025

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Ras Al Khaimah welcomes a record 1.28 million visitors in 2024

With plans to attract over 3.5 million annual visitors by 2030, the emirate is on track to achieve its ambitious goals

UAE signs trade deals with Malaysia, Kenya, New Zealand

UAE signs trade deals with Malaysia, Kenya, New Zealand

Since 2021, the UAE has initiated a raft of bilateral trade, investment and cooperation deals to bolster long-term growth prospects

Saudi Arabia’s flyadeal set to order Airbus A330neo jets

Saudi Arabia’s flyadeal set to order Airbus A330neo jets

The low-cost carrier is likely to announce the order for the upgraded A330-900 variant in the coming weeks after comparing it with Boeing’s smaller 787-9

Masdar to build world’s first 1GW baseload renewable plant in the UAE

The new solar and battery energy facility will deliver 1 gigawatt of uninterrupted clean power and is expected to cost around $6bn

WATCH: UAE’s MBZ-SAT satellite’s historic launch

MBZ-SAT is a 750kg Earth observation satellite designed to deliver high-resolution images with unprecedented accuracy

From EcoWASTE to sustainability: Tadweer Group's Ali Al Dhaheri talks about creating value

From EcoWASTE to sustainability: Tadweer Group’s Ali Al Dhaheri talks about creating value

The group’s MD and CEO delves deeper into the group’s ambitious plans to revolutionise waste management and support the nation’s sustainability goals 

Intersec 2025 Dubai: World’s biggest safety, security summit opens today

The event hosted 47,506 trade buyers from 141 countries as part of its Silver Jubilee event in 2024

Syria’s new central bank chief vows to boost bank independence post-Assad

Syria’s new central bank chief vows to boost bank independence post-Assad

The changes would need the approval of Syria’s new governing authority, though the process is unclear at this stage

Abu Dhabi fund ADIA invest $500m in US power firm AlphaGen

Abu Dhabi fund ADIA invest $500m in US power firm AlphaGen

The investment by a wholly owned subsidiary of ADIA, Abu Dhabi’s biggest wealth fund, is for a minority stake in AlphaGen

Masdar City officially launched testing of cutting-edge autonomous vehicles as part of its ambitious vision to redefine sustainable urban transportation

Abu Dhabi: Masdar City begins testing autonomous vehicles

The autonomous vehicle tests at Masdar City mark an important step toward reshaping how cities approach sustainable transportation

GCC’s biggest bank QNB posts 10% jump in full-year net profit

GCC’s biggest bank QNB posts 10% jump in full-year net profit

The board proposed a cash dividend of 37 per cent of the nominal share value (QAR0.37 per share).

GEMS to launch UAE’s ‘most expensive’ school: Here’s how much it will cost

The education company says the high fees will allow it to hand-pick specialist teachers from some of the world’s most prestigious institutions

Saudi Arabia’s PIF completes acquisition of 23.08% stake in Saudi Re

Saudi Arabia’s PIF completes acquisition of 23.08% stake in Saudi Re

The investment is expected to boost the growth of the local reinsurance sector and improve coverage for commercial activities for insurance firms and companies in general

UAE and Malaysia sign MoU to collaborate in AI and tech sector Image courtesy WAM

UAE, Malaysia ink agreement to collaborate on AI, tech

The partnership will leverage AI and advanced data analytics to enhance national security, community safety, and operational efficiencies across both nations

2025 price hikes: Salik, parking, sewerage fees, insurance Image courtesy WAM

2025 price hikes: Salik, parking, sewerage fees, insurance

From updated Salik toll prices and reinstated alcohol taxes to rising insurance premiums and new EV charging tariffs, here’s a breakdown of key price hikes to watch for this year

AKCEL GP launches in Dubai, sets sights on global motorsport stage

It will race in circuits across Europe and the Middle East, offering a pathway for drivers aspiring to reach Formula 1.

TotalEnergies starts construction on Iraqi gas project

France’s TotalEnergies starts construction on Iraq gas project

The ArtawiGas25 facility, which is part of the gas growth integrated project, will process 50 million cubic feet per day (Mcf/d) of gas previously flared

Aldar Properties raises Dhs9bn sustainability-linked loan

Abu Dhabi’s Aldar Properties raises Dhs9bn sustainability-linked loan

The facility is six times larger than any other single-bank financing the company has done in its recent history

b2b BNPL potential to transform global-trade -ADL report

B2B BNPL’s transformative potential in global trade: report

B2B BNPL transaction volumes are expected to hit $25-30tn by 2030, according to the ADL report

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ plans to launch takeover of courier firm Aramex

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ plans to launch takeover of courier firm Aramex

Q Logistics has set the takeover bid price at $0.82 (Dhs3) per share, representing a 33 per cent premium over Aramex’s closing price on Thursday

Dubai: Private schools report 6% rise in enrolment for 2024-25 academic year

Dubai: Private schools report 6% rise in enrolment for 2024-25 academic year

The expansion of the sector is highlighted in a new KHDA report, which also noted the opening of 10 new private schools during the academic year

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Planning your next break? Here’s the list of UAE public holidays in 2025

In 2025, UAE residents will enjoy at least 12 public holidays, including the special occasions of Eid, Islamic New Year, and UAE National Day

Dubai Marathon 2025: Key road closures on Jan 12

Dubai Marathon 2025: Key road closures on Jan 12

Dubai Metro services will begin at 5am on January 12, three hours earlier than usual, to provide convenient access to and from marathon-related areas

UAE to develop lander for Emirates asteroid belt mission

The Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt, which will begin its spacecraft development phase, is expected to last a total of 13 years