Blatter resignation casts further doubt over Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup

With construction of stadiums in full swing, loss of FIFA competition would cost Qatar about $16 billion, according to estimates. Further doubts...

UAE employers will need permit to hire Indian workers

Foreign employers looking to recruit blue-collar workers will need to register online and declare terms and conditions of employment. UAE-based companies seeking...

Kuwaiti-owned firm to raise $3.6bn for Paramount UK theme park

London Paramount Entertainment Resort is scheduled to begin construction in autumn 2016, with a 2020 opening in mind. London Resort Company Holdings...

UAE’s ASGC ‘on track’ with $90m Abu Dhabi oil and gas projects

Contractor says it will compete ADNOC and Al Hosn Gas projects on schedule in 2016. Al Shafar General Contracting (ASGC), the UAE-based...

Drake & Scull bags $95m MEP, HVAC contracts in Oman

DSE Oman to carry out mechanical, electrical and plumbing work for various projects including Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. A Drake &...

Midday break for UAE construction workers to start on June 15

Labourers prohibited from working under direct sunlight from 12.30pm to 3pm until September 15. The UAE has announced details of its ‘midday...

UAE’s Tasweek eyes smart city projects in India

Real estate firm, along with local partner MAMS Holding Group, discusses investment opportunities. The UAE real estate company Tasweek is considering involvement...

UAE suspends 14 crusher and quarry operators

Ministry of Environment and Water says operators were flouting regulations. The UAE’s Ministry of Environment and Water has suspended 14 crusher and...

First leg of Dubai Eye big wheel lifted into place

Contractor ALEC says leg sections of what is set to be world’s biggest Ferris wheel are expected to be completed by end...

EU delegation tours Saadiyat workers’ village in Abu Dhabi

European Union representatives given first-hand look into conditions, following claims of alleged mistreatment of workers. Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Development & Investment Company...