“Mindset” is preventing green building

Developers urged to change their attitudes towards sustainability. Energy consumption in new buildings and villas could be reduced by 40% if developers...

Bayer Material Science launches polycarbonate sheet

Explosion-proof material pioneered to provide extra insulation and versatility. ?A new alternative to glass has been launched by polymer manufacturer Bayer Material...

Saudi Arabia project tender cancelled due to “favouritism” claims

Allegations of misconduct from competing bidders led to re-tender of a KSA development. The tendering process for a US $70 million KSA-funded...

Lafarge introduces cement that is sulphate-resistant

New product is specifically designed for use in UAE and Oman . Lafarge Emirates Cement has added a new sulphate-resistant cement, Shield,...

Häcker reports high demand in Emirate’s fit-out market

German kitchen manufacturer attributes strong sales to “discerning” UAE market. Kitchen manufacturer Häcker has reported higher sales of its new ‘Phantom’ kitchen...

Dubai Index down 5.4% year-on-year

UAE economy “doing well”, but Dubai Index shows decline. Dubai was the worst-performing Gulf Arab listing on the Dubai Index after “disappointing...

Emirates Steel to dramatically increase its production

Capacity growth will reduce dependence on imports, according to the firm . Emirates Steel will increase capacity to a “record” six million...

World Bank names KSA best MENA country for business

Number of reforms reflect well on Saudi Arabia’s business reputation. Saudi Arabia’s improved process for dealing with construction permits has led to...

Enerpac brings Titanic lifters to the region

Latest hydraulic technology capableof lifting 75,000 tons launched by Enerpac. High-precision hydraulic equipment, which can move loads heavier than the Titanic, has...