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Masdar to invest in endesa clean energy projects in Spain

Masdar to acquire 49.99% stake in 2.5GW Spanish renewable energy portfolio

Masdar will invest EUR817m in the transaction, which values the portfolio at EUR1.7bn, making it one of Spain’s largest renewable energy deals

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FAB posts record H1 profit of Dhs8.4bn amid strong revenue growth

The bank’s profit before tax grew by 15 per cent year-on-year to Dhs10bn

Borouge, ADNOC to develop specialty polyolefins complex in China

Borouge, ADNOC to develop specialty polyolefins complex in China

The proposed complex is projected to produce 1.6 million tonnes per annum of speciality polyolefins

Abu Dhabi to launch 3 high-tech ventures_ ATRC meeting highlights

Abu Dhabi to launch 3 key tech ventures: ATRC meeting highlights

The initiatives will focus on transforming data security in the quantum era, enhancing smart autonomous mobility, and advancing Agritech with robotic technologies

Abu Dhabi to introduce biometric smart travel project at Zayed international Airport Image Abu Dhabi Airports

Abu Dhabi launches biometric smart travel project at Zayed International Airport

The project is expected to enhance operational performance, reduce infrastructure costs, and effectively combat fraud and forgery in identification documents

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Core42, Qualcomm launch Compass 2.0 to advance AI solutions

The platform, which soft-launched in January, has successfully processed approximately 150 billion tokens since its inception

ADNOC L&S invests $1.9bn to expand shipping fleet

ADNOC L&S expands shipping fleet with 13 new vessels

AW Shipping, ADNOC L&S’s joint venture with Wanhua Chemical Group, awarded shipbuilding contracts to Jiangnan Shipyard in China

Abu Dhabi real estate market trends for H1 2024 according to Bayut's findings Image_Getty Images

Abu Dhabi property market soars in H1 2024, shows new report

According to Bayut’s report, Abu Dhabi real estate market demonstrated a strong performance in H1 2024, making it an attractive option for local and international investors

Masdar Raises USD1 Billion Through Second Green Bond to Fund New Global Renewables Projects

Masdar raises $1bn through second green bond issuance

Investor demand was strong, with the order book peaking at $4.6bn, representing an oversubscription rate of 4.6 times

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Cloud seeding tech: UAEREP’s 5th grant cycle project launches

The new grants cycle will focus on five key areas, including enhanced seeding materials and rain enhancement systems

Sanad Facility -Mubadala owned Sanad reports robust growth in H1 2024

Sanad growth soars in H1, expects revenue to hit Dhs4.5bn by year-end

Sanad projects a significant jump to Dhs4.5bn by year-end, reflecting a 28 per cent increase over 2023 and double the revenue of 2022

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5 reasons why Abu Dhabi and Dubai feature in world’s top smart cities index

The UAE capital climbed three places to secure 10th position, while Dubai also improved its standing, moving from 17th to 12th place among 142 cities worldwide

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UAE and Indonesia strengthen ties during high-level meet in Abu Dhabi

President Widodo was awarded the Order of Zayed, the UAE’s highest civilian honour, during a ceremony at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi’s ADGM announces major licence fee reduction for multiple sectors

The revised fee structure will apply to all categories of licences and will be effective from the start of next year

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Abu Dhabi GDP growth hits 3.3% in first quarter of 2024

Non-oil activities now contribute 54.1 per cent to Abu Dhabi’s economy—the highest since 2015

ADNOC to start production at Ras Al Sadr gas field

ADNOC Gas awards $550m contracts to expand UAE gas infrastructure

The project will extend ADNOC Gas’ natural gas pipeline network in the UAE by about 300 kilometres

FAB refutes reports of $5bn Yes Bank stake as “unfounded”

‘Unfounded’: FAB dismisses reports of Yes Bank stake purchase

The UAE’s biggest lender by assets categorically denied that it is evaluating any possible offer for a stake in Yes Bank

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Etihad transports 8.7 million passengers in first half of 2024

Etihad had an operating fleet size of 92 aircraft in H1 2024 compared to 76 in the same period the previous year

ADGM unveils whistleblowing framework Image ADGM

ADGM’s new ‘whistleblowing’ framework to enhance market integrity

Entities within the centre are required to implement proportionate arrangements to support effective whistleblowing by May 31, 2025

Global energy firms take 40% stake in ADNOC LNG plant

ADNOC’s Ruwais LNG sells 40% stake to Shell, Total, BP, Mitsui

The state energy giant said it now has buyers lined up for 70 per cent of the plant’s 9.6 million-tonne annual production capacity

Ritz-Carlton Reserve to launch in UAE on Ramhan Island in 2029 Image: Supplied

First Ritz-Carlton Reserve in UAE to launch on this island

Ritz-Carlton Reserve currently includes only seven properties in destinations such as Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Indonesia, Puerto Rico and Mexico

Abu Dhabi: ADX lists Lunate's Chimera JP Global Sukuk ETF

Lunate’s Chimera J.P. Morgan Global Sukuk ETF lists on ADX

The ETF offers investors access to a diversified portfolio of Shariah-compliant corporate and government sukuks across several global markets

Lunate receives MoHRE, SCA initial nod to offer EoSB solutions

Lunate receives MoHRE, SCA initial nod to offer EoSB investment offerings

Lunate has become the first Abu Dhabi-based fund manager and administrator of the UAE’s voluntary alternative EoSB scheme through the newly licensed Lunate EoSB Fund

ADNOC's Ruwais LNG to earmark 40% stake to four energy companies, say sources

ADNOC’s Ruwais LNG to earmark 40% stake to four energy companies, say sources

The companies are expected to get the offtake at a lower price compared to the market, but with less flexibility, Reuters reported

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Abu Dhabi’s non-oil GDP sees 59% growth in 10 years

In the past decade, Abu Dhabi’s construction sector has grown by 22.6 per cent, finance and insurance by 39 per cent, and manufacturing sector by 102 per cent

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ lists debut $2.5bn on local bourse

Abu Dhabi’s ADQ lists debut $2.5bn bonds on local bourse

The fund sold a $1.25bn five-year portion at 80 basis points (bps) over US Treasuries and another $1.25bn 10-year tranche at 90 bps over the same benchmark

ADNOC, JBIC ink $3bn green financing agreement

ADNOC, JBIC ink $3bn green financing agreement

The credit facility is part of JBIC’s GREEN lending programme and is partially supported by Japanese commercial banks

Tadweer unveils subsidiaries to advance waste management

Tadweer Group launches subsidiaries to advance waste management

The launch of four subsidiaries follows the group’s acquisition of e-waste innovator Enviroserve in May

Abu Dhabi airports handle 22.4 million passengers in 2023

Abu Dhabi airports’ passenger traffic soars to 22.4 million in 2023

The number of annual arrivals through Abu Dhabi’s airports reached more than 11.1 million, while the number of departures stood at 11.3 million

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ADIA subsidiary leads $120m investment in beauty platform Purplle 

ADIA’s leadership in the recent funding round for Purplle Group underscores the attractiveness of the Indian retail market