Consultancy Tender for 1.6 GW Solar Project with 1 GW BESS issued by Dubai Utility

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has issued an invitation for proposals for advisory services in order to construct a 1,600 MW solar photovoltaic project that is integrated with a 1,000 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The BESS will provide an energy storage capacity of six hours. By December 17, 2024, bids must be submitted..... Read more »

Posted on : 11/26/2024


Dongfeng Motors makes its formal debut in the UAE market

With the launch of its first showroom in Dubai, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, one of China's most inventive automakers, has formally joined the UAE market. Dongfeng unveiled four flagship vehicles in collaboration with M.A.H.Y. Khoory: the AX7 and MAGE SUVs, as well as the SHINE and SHINE MAX sedans. This launch demonstrates Dongfeng's dedication to quality, performance, and cutting-edge automotive technology and marks the company's aggressive regional expansion..... Read more »

Posted on : 11/22/2024


The UAE Delivers Mpox Vaccinations to Five African Countries

The UAE has despatched many aircraft carrying mpox vaccines to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, South Africa, Cote d'Ivoire and Cameroon, according to Emirates News Agency WAM..... Read more »

Posted on : 11/19/2024


Dubai's Manufacturing is Becoming More Sustainable and Intelligent.

Dubai is increasing its investments in next-generation manufacturing, which already includes hundreds of sophisticated factories. The emirate's premier industrial park, Dubai Industrial City (DIC), is home to steel and food firms as well as pioneers of the smarter, more sustainable future of production. .... Read more »

Posted on : 11/13/2024


The Growing Power Of The UAE In Africa

According to a UAE official who spoke to the Financial Times, the country has invested $110 billion in Africa. Regarding the country's presence in Africa, an associate professor at Georgetown University in the US claims that the UAE is now "going toe to toe with Beijing." The Emirates has continuously ranked among the top four investors on the continent over the last ten years, he says, even though many of these investments will never come to fruition. More risk-averse investors have shunned African projects, but UAE companies have embraced them. Despite "challenges when it comes to policies and politics," Hamad Buamim, chair of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, the primary trading hub in Dubai, asserts that Africa has a lot "to offer in terms of commodities and minerals.".... Read more »

Posted on : 10/22/2024


UAE to Double Re-Exports In 7 Years

The UAE Cabinet has approved initiatives aimed at doubling the level of national re-exports within seven years. The approvals came during a meeting of the UAE Cabinet on Tuesday, March 28..... Read more »

Posted on : 4/11/2023


Oman to Offer 1-GW Manah Solar Projects to International Investors

Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP), the sole off-taker of electricity in the Sultanate, has been authorised to award to international investors the Manah 1 and 2 solar projects with a combined capacity of 1 GW..... Read more »

Posted on : 4/10/2023


Masdar, Taaleri Cut Ribbon on 200-MW Solar Park in Jordan

Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC, better known as Masdar, and Finnish renewable energy developer Taaleri Energia Ltd have officially opened their 200-MW Baynouna Solar Park in Jordan.... Read more »

Posted on : 4/10/2023


UAE, Egypt, Bahrain & Jordan discuss manufacturing the first joint Arab electric vehicle

In a statement, Egypt's Arab Organization for Industrialisation (AOI) urged for the completion of preparatory processes as soon as possible so that the vehicle may be shown at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) later this year in the UAE..... Read more »

Posted on : 4/7/2023


UAE's Al Ghurair Investment collaborates with Chinese automaker EXEED

Al Ghurair Investment, one of the UAE's most diversified family business families, announced today a strategic agreement with Chinese automotive manufacturer Exceed Automobile Corporation (EXEED) to launch their premium line of sports utility vehicles (SUVs) across the UAE. The collaboration intends to accelerate Al Ghurair Investment's quest of long-term excellence via innovation and technology..... Read more »

Posted on : 4/7/2023