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AD Ports Group awards construction contract for new terminal in Egypt image WAM for illustrative purposes

AD Ports Group awards construction contract for new terminal in Egypt

The Noatum Ports – Safaga Terminal project is expected to play a pivotal role in Egypt’s maritime infrastructure development

DP World begins dredging work at Sengal's Port of Ndayane

DP World begins dredging work at Sengal’s Port of Ndayane

The port is expected to boost Senegal’s GDP by 3 per cent, increasing trade flows and potentially adding $15 bn in trade value by 2035

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed inaugurates CMA Terminals Khalifa Port image courtesy wam

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince inaugurates CMA Terminals Khalifa Port

With the addition of CMA Terminals Khalifa Port, the facility’s annual container capacity has surged by 23 per cent, bringing the total to almost 10 million TEUs

Josine Heijmans-Senior Vice President-dmg events shares insights on the impact of events such as Big 5 on the construction and infrastructure sectors in the region

How Big 5 has impacted the future of construction in the region

As the largest and most influential gathering of construction professionals in the region, Big 5 Global has been fostering collaboration to shape the future of sector, says dmg Events’ Josine Heijmans

Parsons wins contract for RCRC Road Program Phase in Riyadh Image supplied

Parsons wins $53m 3-year contract for roads programme in Riyadh

Parsons currently has more than 50 active projects in Saudi Arabia

BCG Insights: Building a greener future for the Middle East

Insights: Building a greener future for the Middle East

We explore how emissions performance management is paving the way for the Middle East’s urban projects

Dubai road development plan project being reviewed by Dubai Crown Prince HH Sheikh Hamdan courtesy WAM

How Dubai’s Dhs16bn mega road development plan will ease traffic

The Main Roads Development Plan for 2024-2027 includes 22 strategic projects across Dubai’s road network

NMDC Group, Vingroup partner for coastal protection in Vietnam

UAE’s NMDC Group, Vingroup partner for coastal protection in Vietnam

The projects are expected to generate thousands of jobs for local communities, driving economic growth in Vietnam’s coastal regions and providing substantial social benefits

AD Ports, Vingroup to develop ports, logistics, maritime sectors in Vietnam

AD Ports, Vingroup to develop ports, logistics, maritime sectors in Vietnam

This initiative seeks to bolster Vietnam’s logistics and manufacturing sectors, positioning the nation as a key hub within both regional and global supply chains

Dubai: RTA awards Dhs696m contract to develop Trade Centre roundabout

RTA awards Dhs696m contract to develop Trade Centre roundabout

The improvements will reduce delay time from 12 minutes to 90 seconds, and cut travel time from Sheikh Zayed Road to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street from six minutes to one minute

Al Khail Road Development project completed; travel time to reduce by 30%

Al Khail Road Development project completed – travel time to reduce by 30%

The project is part of a initiative to enhance Dubai’s road network, particularly as a support corridor to major highways like Sheikh Zayed Road, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, and Emirates Road

Saudi Arabia’s PIF sets up company to build staff accommodation

Saudi Arabia’s PIF sets up company to build staff accommodation

SARCC will revolutionise the accommodation market by developing and operating complexes for staff in Saudi Arabia

RTA awards Dhs600m contract for Oud Metha, Al Asayel road development

RTA awards Dhs600m contract for Oud Metha, Al Asayel road upgrade

The upgrade connects Al Asayel Street to Al Khail Road via Al Nawras Street and provides an exit to Oud Metha and Al Nawras Streets

Dorsch Global's group CEO Ayman Haikal on key infrastructure trends in the region

Dorsch Global’s Ayman Haikal on key infrastructure trends in the region

The newly-appointed group CEO shares insights on the company’s recent strategic realignment and the firm’s ambitious projects in the region

Zayed international Airport's Northern Runway reopens Image WAM Abu Dhabi Airports

Upgraded Northern Runway at Zayed International Airport reopens

The reopening of the Northern Runway will allow Zayed International Airport to more effectively manage increasing airline demand

Dubai Maritime City upgrades double ship handling capacity

Dubai Maritime City upgrades double ship handling capacity

Dubai Maritime City’s ship handling capacity more than doubled from 400 to 1,000 vessels per year

Sheikh Mohammed approves Dhs10bn Dubai Exhibition Centre expansion plan

Sheikh Mohammed approves Dhs10bn Dubai Exhibition Centre expansion plan

The exhibition centre will be the largest purpose-built indoor events and exhibitions venue in the region upon completion

SFD signs loan agreement with dominica

Saudi Fund for Development signs first loan agreement with Dominica

Since its inception, the SFD has supported over 800 projects across 100 countries, with a total funding of $20bn

Riyadh Metro launch imminent, says Saudi transport minister

The opening of the Riyadh Metro is just around the corner, says the country’s minister of transport and logistics

traffic enhancements at Al Safa 1 schools complex completes image RTA X

RTA completes traffic improvements at Al Safa 1 Schools Complex

The latest traffic improvements in Al Safa will impact approximately 60,000 residents of the neighbourhood

BII to invest $35m in DRC port

UK’s BII invests $35m in Congo port project, boosts DP World tie-up

With a draft of 17.5 metres, the port will be capable of receiving large container vessels, ultimately reducing trade costs in the DRC by 12 per cent

Agility posts-Q3-2022-profit - July 16, 2022: HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates meets with Joe Biden, President of the US, during the Jeddah Security and Development Summit. Image: WAM

Agility Global reports Q2 net profit of $30m, growth across divisions

Agility subsidiary Menzies, the world’s largest aviation services provider by number of countries, reported $91m in Q2 EBITDA, marking a 27.6 per cent YoY rise

AD Ports Group completes acquisition of Tbilisi Dry Port, takes 60% stake

AD Ports completes acquisition of Tbilisi Dry Port, owns 60% stake

The state-of-the-art, rail-linked, and custom-bonded intermodal logistics hub in Georgia is scheduled to begin operations in October

Empowering local talent to build Dubai's future amis properties _Getty Images

Insights: Empowering local talent to shape Dubai’s economy

We need more domestic craftsmanship and innovation to shape Dubai’s economic, cultural and aesthetic future

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Global Liveability Index 2024: Abu Dhabi, Dubai top rankings in Middle East and Africa

Abu Dhabi reinforced its reputation as a safe city while Dubai grew its healthcare infrastructure

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Parkin reports strong H1 2024 results amid expansion in Dubai

For the first half of 2024, Parkin reported a 10 per cent increase in total revenue, reaching Dhs421m

NEW MURABBA - FIFA STADIUMS

15 stadiums across 5 cities: Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup 2034 roadmap

The kingdom’s capital city Riyadh will host eight stadiums, including the new King Salman Stadium, which will accommodate over 92,000 spectators

ROSHN Group to build 45,000-seat stadium in Riyadh Image: Supplied

ROSHN Group to build 45,000-seat stadium in Riyadh

In addition to international sporting events, the new stadium will host other entertainment, cultural, and social events

Mubadala-owned Porto Sudeste

Mubadala, Trafigura hire banks to sell Brazil port: Reports

Mubadala and Trafigura are looking to sell the port terminal Porto Sudeste, in Rio de Janeiro state, say reports

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RTA issues Dhs165m contract to widen Mall of the Emirates exit routes

The increase in road capacity aims to reduce reduce travel time for traffic coming to the mall from Abu Dhabi and Umm Suqeim