Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority, in cooperation with the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority, has exempted cargo trucks arriving from Oman and operating within the approved logistics corridor routes from toll gate fee across the Emirate of Sharjah.
EDECS, a leading EPC contractor in the region, has secured a key contract for the construction of a dry port and veterinary quarantine facility at the Economic Zone in Al Dhahirah (EZAD) – IP3, Ibri Provence in Oman. The scope of work includes enabling works, earthwork as well as infrastructure and final fit-out works.
EMSTEEL Group, one of the region’s largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers, today announced the official launch of its ES600 high-strength steel rebar, the highest-strength steel grade currently produced in the UAE.
AD Ports Group, a leading global enabler of trade, logistics and industry, has established a consolidated, multimodal inland logistics network of rail-linked dry ports and cargo depots, including KEZAD Group’s Industry City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD).
Elsewedy Electric, a leading integrated provider of energy and infrastructure solutions across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, has acquired a 60% majority stake in Netherlands-based Thomassen Service, a specialised provider of gas turbine maintenance and repair solutions.
Jazeera Paints, a leading company in the paint, colour, and building solutions industry, is strengthening its presence across Gulf markets as part of its broader regional expansion strategy, by opening its first branch in Doha.
Global leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain inaugurated its new construction chemicals manufacturing unit in Ras Al Khaimah, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the UAE market and expanding its regional product range offer along with production capabilities.
Abu Dhabi-based BILDCO is studying a strategic logistics project in Oman aimed at developing an integrated logistics hub at the Port of Salalah, alongside a collection and operations centre in Sohar.
DSV, a global transport and logistics leader, and Arcapita Group Holdings Limited, a global alternative investment firm, through its real estate development platform Lintara Properties, have announced the completion of a new, state-of-the-art 30,000-square-metre build-to-suit logistics warehouse at Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA).
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Britain concluded negotiations on a free trade agreement on Wednesday, in what officials described as a landmark deal expected to deepen economic ties and deliver significant benefits to both sides.
