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Rabigh Refining appoints Hassan Al Yami as president and CEO

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Rabigh Refining and Petrochemical Company (Petro Rabigh) has appointed Eng Hassan bin Hamad Al Yami as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, following the resignation of Eng Othman bin Ali Al-Ghamdi from the post.

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Dubai Chambers highlights investment opportunities at Bengaluru roundtables

Mon, 24 Aug 2026

Dubai Chambers recently organised a series of roundtable discussions in Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, India, highlighting the diverse investment opportunities Dubai offers to Indian companies across various sectors, particularly in digital economy and advanced technologies.

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UAE-Russia Trade in Services and Investment Agreement enters into force

Sun, 23 Aug 2026

The Trade in Services and Investment Agreement (TISIA) between the United Arab Emirates and the Russian Federation has officially entered into force, marking a significant advancement in bilateral economic relations.

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UAEIIC initiatives support outward investment agenda

Sun, 23 Aug 2026

The third board meeting of the UAE International Investment Council (UAEIIC) highlighted two products developed by the UAEIIC to support its members operating internationally.

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NBO launches SME-focused workshops in Muscat

Sun, 23 Aug 2026

National Bank of Oman (NBO), in collaboration with Sharakah, has completed the first workshop of its SME Growth Program in Muscat, bringing together entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) owners as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting Oman’s economic development.

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Borouge declares $656m interim dividend for 2026

Sun, 23 Aug 2026

Borouge, the Abu Dhabi-based petrochemicals company, has confirmed approval of an interim dividend of $656 million, equivalent to 8.1 fils per share, following its H1 2026 performance.

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Nizwa Industrial City signs $10.4m chemical, oilfield project

Sun, 23 Aug 2026

Nizwa Industrial City, affiliated with Oman’s Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), has signed a long-term investment usufruct contract for a chemical mixing and oilfield equipment maintenance project valued at more than RO4 million ($10.4 million).

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Saudi Vitrified Clay Pipes seeks CMA nod for 70pc capital reduction

Sat, 22 Aug 2026

Saudi Vitrified Clay Pipes Company has announced that it had recently submitted an application to the kingdom's Capital Market Authority (CMA) seeking approval to reduce its share capital by nearly 70% (10.46 million ordinary shares) as part of a proposed restructuring to offset accumulated losses.

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Saudi Energy-Acwa, Engie consortiums land $1.16bn BESS projects contract

Sat, 22 Aug 2026

The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), the Principal Buyer, has awarded consortiums of Saudi Energy and Acwa Power as well as French utility major Engie contracts worth over SAR4.35 billion ($1.16 billion) for the first group of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in Saudi Arabia.

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DP World moves 500,000 TEUs across GCC overland network

Fri, 21 Aug 2026

DP World has moved 500,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) across the GCC through its road and rail network since March this year, giving customers more routing options amid disruption to regional shipping routes.