First phase of $598m desalination plant in UAQ complete

Project is a key aspect of the National Water Security Strategy 2036. Construction of the first phase of the Umm Al Quwain...

New eight-screen cineplex opens in Riyadh says Chapman Taylor

Firm says several cinemas have been delivered including the Kingdom’s largest in Mall of Dhahran, while others are under construction. Muvi Salaam...

Hilton reaffirms plan to launch new hotels and create 10,000 new jobs in Saudi Arabia

The hospitality group said it will also be supporting the Ministry of Tourism’s ‘Your Future is in Tourism’ initiative. Hilton has reaffirmed...

Kempinkski to build world’s first floating resort in Dubai

Hospitality project is expected to open its doors in 2023 and will be positioned as a one of its kind. Kempinski plans...

McDermott secures new EPCI contracts from Aramco

Contracts include four drilling jackets and seven oil production deck modules. McDermott, the fully integrated provider of engineering and construction solutions to...

Aldar-led consortium acquires 85.5% of Egypt’s SODIC in $386.8m deal

Abu Dhabi-based consortium of Aldar and ADQ acquires majority stake of Egyptian developer as part of long-term strategy for North African country....

Shurooq launches Khorfakkan Beach expansion project

Project will expand present 1.5km stretch of beach to 2.5km and will include F&B outlets, gym, fountain, service facilities and amenities and...

Sabic and OQ begin study for petrochemical project in Oman’s SEZAD

Project involves a steam cracker unit and derivative units providing olefins derivatives. Sabic has inked a deal with petroleum investment company OQ...

RIKAS Hospitality announces expansion into Saudi market

Firm notes that it has tested the waters with popups in the past and has experienced significant success. RIKAS Hospitality has signed...

Siemens Smart Infrastructure signs agreement to acquire digital twins software from EcoDomus

Move will help expand Siemens Smart Infrastructure’s digital building portfolio. Siemens Smart Infrastructure has signed an agreement to acquire digital twin software...