Abu Dhabi

Energy, Oil & Gas

Adnoc, OMV forge ahead with big Borouge Group International merger

Sat, 21 Mar 2026

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and Austrian group OMV Aktiengesellschaft (OMV) have announced strong progress towards the formation of Borouge Group International, including the signing of an asset usage agreement for the Borouge 4 (B4), an integrated polyolefins production complex in Abu Dhabi.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Abu Dhabi, Dubai ask hotels to extend stay of stranded guests

Mon, 02 Mar 2026

In a swift intervention to support travellers caught in the fallout of regional airspace disruptions, authorities in the UAE have moved to ensure that stranded visitors are not left without accommodation — or with unexpected bills.

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi, Dubai approve $2.59bn housing benefits to citizens

Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Abu Dhabi and Dubai have approved major housing benefits totalling AED9.52 billion ($2.59 billion) for their citizens ahead of Eid-Al-Fitr, reflecting the leadership’s ongoing commitment to enhancing Emirati families’ wellbeing.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Abu Dhabi's Shah gas field comes under drone attack

Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Abu Dhabi authorities and relevant response teams have contained and brought under control a fire that broke out at Shah gas field, caused by a drone attack.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Experience Shangri-La staycation in Abu Dhabi

Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri invites UAE residents to relax with its Residents’ Retreat staycation. Guests can unwind on a private beach, enjoy an infinity pool, and explore traditional architecture via abra rides through scenic waterways.

Construction & Real Estate

Ohana registers record $1.63bn sales for Manchester City Yas Residences in 72 hours

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Ohana Development, a leading UAE real estate developer of luxury projects, has recorded AED6 billion ($1.63 billion) in sales in 72 hours for Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana, a gated waterfront community located along Yas Canal in Abu Dhabi, setting a new sales record in the emirate’s real estate market.

Construction & Real Estate

Modon unveils prime residential freehold project on Reem Island

Sat, 14 Mar 2026

Modon, an Abu Dhabi-based real estate developer, has announced the launch of Tara Park, a centrally-located residential freehold development on Reem Island featuring a range of residential towers that offer one- to three-bedroom apartments along with premium amenities.

Motoring

Abu Dhabi expands autonomous taxis operations on Yas Island

Fri, 13 Mar 2026

Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has announced the expansion of the commercial operations of autonomous taxi services on Yas Island.

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi residential property sales hits record $20bn in 2025

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

Abu Dhabi’s residential real estate sector secured record-breaking AED73.2 billion ($20 billon) in sales in 2025 as transactions rose 55% to reach 22,400, said an industry expert. Off-plan sales dominated the market, accounting for 71% of sales activity, backed by strategic project launches.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Top attractions industry expo IAAPA Mideast postponed to April 2027

Tue, 10 Mar 2026

IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has announced the cancellation of its inaugural edition in the region owing to the ongoing Middle East conflict. The IAAPA Expo Middle East will now be held next year in Abu Dhabi on April 12. This comes following a meeting with the IAAPA Board of Directors.