Bobcat launches new Zero Tail Swing excavator

Ease of transport, operability in confined spaces and enhanced hydraulic systems highlight the 1.7t E172 model. Bobcat has launched the new 1.7t...

Chestertons MENA appoints new Qatar country manager

Nick Witty to use nearly 30 years of real estate experience to capitalise on opportunities in Doha’s real estate market. International property...

UAE ‘set to boost infrastructure spending’

Current real estate and tourism investments set to boost economy – report. The UAE is expected to increase expenditure, primarily in areas...

Construction of Dubai’s Bluewaters ‘75% complete’

Developer Meraas says 90% of buildings undergoing façade work at upcoming island destination ahead of handover starting early next year. Construction at...

In profile: Hamed Zaghw, Mideast chief executive at AECOM

Executive talks about adapting to life in a challenging economic environment, and why he’s optimistic about where his firm is headed. For...

Project profile: Deira Islands – revitalising ‘Old Dubai’

Big Project ME profiles Nakheel’s megaproject following an exclusive media tour of ongoing works. Located on the east side of the Dubai...

UAE’s DP World eyes Panama Canal opportunities

Chairman and CEO meets with Panama President Juan Carlos Varela. Dubai ports operator DP World is exploring opportunities relating to the expanded...

Dubai’s Drake & Scull to sell share in One Palm

Engineering company completes phase one of deal with Omniyat Properties. Drake & Scull International (DSI) says it has signed a deal to...

Nakheel awards $50m contract for Ibn Battuta hotel

Dubai developer continues AED3 billion hospitality expansion with another 375 rooms at retail hub. Dubai developer Nakheel says it has awarded a...

Aldar to invest $517m on Yas, Reem islands

Abu Dhabi developer gives details of four new projects including Shams Marina. The Abu Dhabi-listed Aldar Properties says it is to invest...

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