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KEZAD, Tubacex production facility

KEZAD, Tubacex to build OCTG-CRA production facility in Abu Dhabi

The facility will enable Tubacex to establish a strong presence in the UAE while reaching out to its global network of clients

Burjeel to launch neurological institute with Northwell Health Image credit Burjeel Holdings

UAE’s Burjeel, US-based Northwell Health to launch neuroscience institute in UAE

The neuroscience institute will be located at Burjeel Medical City in Abu Dhabi

Desolenator

Silal partners with Desolenator on agricultural solar-powered desalination project

The project aims to contribute to the decarbonisation of food production in desert climates by significantly lowering the carbon footprint of the desalination process

ADNOC L&S secures contract for artificial island

ADNOC L&S secures $975m contract to build offshore artificial island

The contract covers dredging, land reclamation and marine construction of an artificial island for the Lower Zakum offshore field

Abu Dhabi’s life sciences hub ambitions

Hayat Biotech bolsters Abu Dhabi’s life sciences hub ambitions

The city serves as a secure and efficient gateway for global distribution, particularly in the healthcare industry

Snow Abu Dhabi

Snow Abu Dhabi opens doors today

Said to be among the world’s largest indoor snow park, the winter leisure destination features 20 rides and attractions

ADNOC Drilling

ADNOC Drilling acquires two new jack-up rigs for $220m

The rigs will become operational in the fourth quarter of 2023

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Abu Dhabi: New speed limit to kick in on June 7 on this road

Authorities recently lowered the speed limit on Sweihan Road — from Al Falah Bridge towards Abu Dhabi International Airport — from 140kmph to 120kmph

EDB partners with ADDED

Make it in the Emirates: EDB joins hands with ADDED

The development bank is playing a vital role in supporting the UAE’s industrial strategy by providing financial assistance and driving sustainable growth

Zest Pharmacy retail outlet

Aster Pharmacy, Spinneys launch Zest Pharmacy in Abu Dhabi

The pharmaceutical concept will provide a wide range of products including skincare, nutrition, cosmetics and mother and childcare

Adnoc private sector

ADNOC, Nafis to create 5,000 new private sector jobs

ADNOC Group has partnered with Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council to empower UAE talents to take leading roles in sustainable development of the industrial sector

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ADNOC L&S soars over 50% above listing price on ADX

ADNOC L&S expects to increase the annual dividend per share by at least 5 per cent per annum

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Abu Dhabi: New speed limit announced for Sweihan Road from June 4

The speed limit will reduce from 140kmph to 120kmph from Sunday

AD Ports ADRO sign MoU to support golden visa programme to attract talent image credit WAM

AD Ports Group, Abu Dhabi Residents Office to support golden visa programme

The partnership will develop a joint strategy to inform relevant parties and employees about the benefits of the golden visa residency programme, as well as the requirements for eligibility

Lumina’s role is to support UK companies

Flat6Labs Ignite programme spurs growth, backs 38 startups with $10.2m

The programme hosts an intake cycle every six months and has thus far completed four cohorts with the fifth cohort to be announced shortly

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Abu Dhabi issues policy for protected areas

More than 15 government, semi-government and private agencies have participated in preparing and reviewing the policy to ensure its alignment with the relevant national and local strategies

F1 Team Stake

Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake launches partnership with Aioka

As part of the new partnership, Aioka will enhance the team’s offer to guests, as well as to corporate groups and individuals

Jassem Busaibe - Chief Executive Officer at Aldar Investment Image Aldar Properties

Aldar acquires Basatin, expands facility management, landscaping services offering

Through this transaction, which is valued at Dhs150m, Aldar will hold a majority stake of 75 per cent in Basatin with the remaining 25 per cent held by a strategic partner

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Celebrities endorsing brands in the Middle east. Image credit: Instagram/sofiavergara/iamsrk/davidbackham/leomessi/prideofgypsies

7 A-list celebrities who are brand ambassadors in the Middle East

Penelope Cruz, Jason Momoa, Sofia Vergara are the new face of home-grown brands in the UAE and Saudi Arabia respectively

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai at IIFA Awards

Etihad Arena hosts Bollywood’s biggest stars for IIFA Awards 2023 in Abu Dhabi

The IIFA awards are being held in partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi and Miral at the Etihad Arena for the second year in a row

TII unveils its Falcon 40B

Abu Dhabi’s TII unveils its Falcon 40B AI model open source

Falcon 40B is a foundational large language model with 40 billion parameters and trained on one trillion tokens

Adnoc L&S IPO is oversubscribed. Image credit: WAM

ADNOC Logistics gets $125bn in orders for $769m IPO

ADNOC sold 1.41 billion shares in its maritime logistics unit at Dhs2.01 a share, valuing the company at $4.05bn

Taweelah Reverse Osmosis achieves 90 percent capacity

EWEC’s Taweelah Reverse Osmosis facility surpasses 90 per cent capacity

The facility is currently producing 183 MIGD of desalinated water making Taweelah the world’s largest operating reverse osmosis facility

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Abu Dhabi launches housing projects worth over Dhs7bn

The new housing projects, which are located in West Baniyas and Al Samha, include 1,742 residential villas for citizens

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Franchise UAE: Khalifa Fund launches new portal to help businesses buy and sell franchises

Franchise UAE is designed to cater to both existing, homegrown businesses seeking to develop a franchise and aspiring entrepreneurs looking to invest in an established business concept

AD Ports Group, Vale to jointly develop low-carbon mega hub for steel industry photo WAM AD Ports

AD Ports Group, Vale to develop low-carbon mega hub for steel industry

Land and related services from KEZAD will be allocated for the ‘Mega Hub’, in addition to the development and management of a high-tech handling facility at Khalifa Port

ADNOC Group Onshore Drilling Rig

ADNOC, TAQA invest $2.4bn to supply sustainable water to onshore operations

The project will develop a centralised seawater treatment facility for operations at the Bab and Bu Hasa fields in Abu Dhabi

Healthcare facilities

Abu Dhabi temporarily closes two healthcare facilities over several violations

The violations include failure to adhere to safety procedures, use of expired materials and tools, and non-compliance with the standards for medical waste disposal

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Abu Dhabi development fund sees financing, investments cross Dhs189.7bn in 2022

According to its annual report, Abu Dhabi Fund for Development’s investments benefitted 104 nations last year

SeaWorld Yas Island underwater Zoo

SeaWorld Yas Abu Dhabi opens with a star-studded event

The park is home to inspiring entertainment, exciting rides and attractions as well as unmatched dining and shopping experiences