Abu Dhabi

Energy, Oil & Gas Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Masdar to build SEA’s largest floating solar plant in Malaysia

Tue, 23 Dec 2025

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar has announced its first project in Malaysia, with the signing of a power purchase deal to build a 200MW floating solar plant in Pahang State. Once operational, the Chereh Dam facility will become the largest floating solar project in Southeast Asia.

Miscellaneous Motoring

Abu Dhabi to host Gran Turismo World Series 2026 opening event

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

For the first time in the Middle East, Abu Dhabi will host the Gran Turismo World Series 2026 opening event, scheduled for March 28 at the Space42 Arena. The landmark event will bring together the world’s top Gran Turismo drivers to compete in an elite live championship.

Construction & Real Estate

Taraf, Masdar City to launch 153-acre residential masterplan in Abu Dhabi

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Taraf, the real estate division of Yas Holding, and Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s pioneering sustainable urban district, are joining forces to develop Fay Hills, a 153-acre residential masterplan designed around sustainability, wellness, and human-centred living.

Construction & Real Estate

Emirates Stallions unit announces sell-out of Radisson Residences Phase 1

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Royal Development Holding, a premier real estate development firm and a subsidiary of Emirates Stallions Group, has announced the complete sell-out of Phase 1 of its recently launched Radisson-branded residential development in Abu Dhabi.

Construction & Real Estate

Modon inks $1.36bn contract for 735 Abu Dhabi villas

Fri, 19 Dec 2025

Modon has awarded the main construction contract for two of its residential developments on Hudayriyat Island: Nawayef East and Nawayef West. With a total value of AED5 billion ($1.36 billion), the contract is the largest awarded for residential projects in Abu Dhabi in 2025.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

ADGM strengthens global standing with new addition, $9 trillion in AUM

Thu, 18 Dec 2025

ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, is entering its second decade with strengthened momentum, as it announces the addition of 11 new major global financial institutions representing more than $9 trillion in assets under management.

Energy, Oil & Gas Industry, Logistics & Shipping

TWMA begins operations at its newly-built Abu Dhabi treatment facility

Wed, 17 Dec 2025

TWMA, a global leader in drilling waste management, has announced the first receipt of drill cuttings at its newly-built treatment facility in Abu Dhabi. Designed to support over 100 rigs for a major UAE operator, it can process up to 300 tonnes of drill cuttings per day.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Liwa Festival: Abu Dhabi’s 23-day winter extravaganza in the Al Dhafra region

Mon, 15 Dec 2025

The Desert's Grand Stage', the Liwa International Festival, has returned (from December 12, 2025 to January 3, 2026), bringing 23 days of culture, adventure, motorsports, music, and family fun to the golden dunes of the Al Dhafra region.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

IHC boosts stake in commodity trading company Invictus

Sun, 14 Dec 2025

IHC, a global investment company based in Abu Dhabi, has announced that it has increased its shareholding in Invictus Investment Company, a full service commodity trading company, to 40% through the acquisition of 196 million shares.

Construction & Real Estate

Parkin seals landmark 5-year agreement with Damac

Sat, 13 Dec 2025

Parkin Company, a leading provider of paid public parking facilities and services, has signed a five-year agreement with Damac Properties to optimise the use of 3,600 parking spaces across Damac’s portfolio of premium developments in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.