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Abu Dhabi to host global energy leaders at ADIPEC 2025
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and hosted by ADNOC, this year’s edition will unite more than 205,000 participants from 172 countries, cementing Abu Dhabi’s role as a global hub...

Triton EV to set up electric trucks manufacturing center in Abu Dhabi
Al Sayegh Group has signed a strategic agreement with Triton EV, a leading manufacturer of electric and hydrogen vehicles, to establish a state-of-the-art electric trucks manufacturing center in Abu Dhabi. This new electric trucks manufacturing...

Thyssenkrupp starts up hydrogen recovery unit in Abu Dhabi
The unit was installed at the Fertil plant owned by fertilisers producer Fertiglobe, and has an ammonia production capacity of 2,120 metric tonnes a day Become a MEED subscriber for unlimited access to: Exclusive news, comment and analysis on the...

Dubai Fountain reopens with new sound, lighting and choreography
Following a five-month closure, Dubai Fountain opened to public on Wednesday evening. The Downtown Dubai attraction had been closed over the summer for the first phase of its renovation. The first show began at 6.30pm, and was welcomed by a large...

UAE’s Lulu Group completes solar rooftop project
The rooftop systems are expected to generate about 37 million kWh of clean energy over the 10-year lease period Become a MEED subscriber for unlimited access to: Exclusive news, comment and analysis on the MENA region An unrivalled 20-year old...

Abu Dhabi agricultural regulator bans use of farmland for crypto mining
The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), the agricultural regulator for the emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), announced a ban on using agricultural land for crypto mining. Violators will face a 100,000 AED fine...

UAE expanding Etihad Rail's freight capacity as business grows
Efforts are under way to expand the capacity of Etihad Rail’s freight network as business grows, a senior official has said. Omar Al Sebeyi, acting chief executive of Etihad Rail's freight section, said the network is operating at full capacity...

Meet Leading voices of Gaming world at The Global Games Show 2025 hosted by VAP Group in association with Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau in Abu Dhabi
Gear yourself with gamification where gaming meets innovation, e-sports champions, and industry leaders collide with top creators to shape the next evolution of interactive entertainment 10-11th December 2025 at Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi Following...

UAE key partner in advancing global shipping sector: IMO Secretary General
Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), stated that the United Arab Emirates plays a pivotal role in supporting the organisation’s efforts and advancing the global maritime shipping sector, through...

Abu Dhabi tops Mena sovereign wealth fund spending
Two Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth funds were the most active investors in the Middle East and North Africa during the first nine months of 2025, as the region continues to strengthen its economic diversification. A total of $56.3 billion from 97...

Abu Dhabi reviews plans to make emirate first AI-enabled government by 2027
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed and Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed reviewed progress on key AI and digital transformation goals that aim to make the emirate world's first AI-enabled government by 2027. The...

Sunburn announces a UAE debut in December 2026
Abu Dhabi just landed a new weekend on the global rave calendar. Sunburn, the Indian-born EDM giant, has confirmed a full-scale UAE debut in December 2026, marking the festival’s first overseas edition and a serious flex for the capital’s...

Air Taxi Services in Dubai Set to Launch as Flying Taxis in UAE Expand Across Emirates
25October 1, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: The introduction of flying taxis in UAE is advancing as both international companies and local government entities participate in discussions to establish services on a national scale. The initiative intends to link...

PM invites UAE supermarket chain to open up in Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited a LuLu Hypermarket in the UAE. Photo: Albanese Facebook. Anthony Albanese wants to see more competition in the Australian supermarket sector, and he is looking to the Middle East to help deliver it. On a...

Active Family Holiday in the UAE: Adventure, Sun & Sea for the Perfect Escape
Words: Lauren Murphy This was our first trip to the UAE – and we arrived with a mix of excitement and curiosity that you only get on a long-awaited family holiday. As a Blacklane transfer pulled up to the airport and drove us into the city, and...

Abu Dhabi Bans Crypto Mining on Farms With Fines Up to $27,225
The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has reiterated its ban on cryptocurrency mining on farmland, stressing that the practice falls outside the scope of approved agricultural and livestock economic activities. The...

Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Launches UAE’s First Floating Superyacht Holiday Home
Yas Marina has announced the arrival of the Orchid Overnight Superyacht — Abu Dhabi’s first-ever floating holiday home. Permanently docked at Yas Marina and operated by Dutch Oriental, the Orchid Overnight Superyacht blends seafaring design with...

KKR takes stake in Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC
KKR acquired a minority stake in the lessor of ADNOC’s gas pipelines as the global investment firm makes a Gulf push and appetite grows among the region’s energy majors to do deals with foreign investors. Under Middle East Chairman David Petraeus,...

Trice Chemicals 1st to open manufacturing facility at DIP Angola
DIP Angola, region’s first fully integrated economic zone developed by Dubai Investments, has signed its first tenant agreement with Trice Chemicals IND. LLC to establish its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility within DIP Angola’s industrial...

Indian national working at a mobile shop in Ajman wins $1 million in Dubai Duty Free draw
Gulf Today, Staff Reporter The 260th Indian winner of $1 million was announced on Wednesday in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire and Finest Surprise draw, held at Concourse C of Dubai International Airport. Subhash Madam, a...