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Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Valmet to buy US industrial valve company Severn for $480m

Mon, 22 Dec 2025

Valmet, a global technology leader serving the process industries, has entered into a deal with UK-based private equity firm Bluewater to acquire the Severn Group, a major US industrial valve company, for $480 million on a cash and debt-free basis.

Finance & Capital Market

Global GDP likely to grow 2.8% in 2026, says Goldman Sachs

Sat, 20 Dec 2025

The global GDP is projected to surge 2.8% in 2026, led by stronger momentum in the US and resilient exports from China, while the euro zone benefits from targeted fiscal support despite longer-term challenges, said Goldman Sachs Research in its new report.

Finance & Capital Market

Bahrain's non-oil exports of National Origin soared to $836m in October

Thu, 18 Dec 2025

The total value of Bahrain's non-oil exports (national origin) increased to BD317 million ($836 million) over the last year's figures of BD316 million ($833 million), said a report. The top 10 countries accounted for 73% of the total exports (National Origin) value.

Construction & Real Estate

Mubadala, Barings ink $500m global real estate debt partnership

Mon, 15 Dec 2025

Abu Dhabi-based Mubadala Investment Company and Barings, one of the world’s top investment managers, have entered into a $500 million global real estate debt partnership. The new JV will focus on investing in subordinated loans across real estate asset classes.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Three US regions produce more natural gas than most countries: EIA

Sun, 09 Nov 2025

In 2023, the US produced 104 Bcf/d of natural gas, surpassing Russia. Three US regions—Appalachia, Permian, and Haynesville—rank among the world's top ten producers, with Appalachia at 33 Bcf/d, Permian at 21 Bcf/d, and Haynesville at 15 Bcf/d.

Construction & Real Estate

Modon in strategic US ultra-luxury real estate development investment

Wed, 26 Nov 2025

Abu Dhabi-based Modon Holding has announced a strategic investment in Wellington Lifestyle Partners (WLP), to deliver a landmark ultra-luxury real estate development in US featuring high-end residences, a boutique hotel and a championship golf course.

Construction & Real Estate

Al Tahaluf unveils $291m residential project on Red Sea coast

Tue, 25 Nov 2025

Al Tahaluf, a Saudi-US joint venture comprising a subsidiary of Hovnanian Enterprises and Hamad bin Saedan Real Estate Company, has unveiled its SAR1.07 billion ($291 million) residential community project - Soleya - within the King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC).

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

New Saudi-US venture to launch mobile fuel delivery services in KSA

Tue, 25 Nov 2025

Saudi-based Front End Limited Company has joined hands with US-based mobile fuel expert, Booster Fuels, to launch its revolutionary mobile fuel delivery services across the kingdom. It will start with an initial pilot phase in Dammam city.

Energy, Oil & Gas

US associated natural gas production increased 6pc in 2024

Mon, 24 Nov 2025

US production of associated dissolved natural gas, also known as associated natural gas, increased by 6 per cent last year, mirroring the growth in crude oil production from the Permian region.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Aramco Group firms seal $30bn agreements, MoUs with US firms

Thu, 20 Nov 2025

Saudi oil giant Aramco has announced 17 MoUs and agreements with a potential total value of more than $30 billion with major companies in the US, through its Aramco Group Companies. These are aimed at supporting Aramco’s strategic growth objectives while enhancing its shareholder value.