• Kuwait mulls new $12bn mega airport

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    Kuwait is considering building a new $12-billion world-class mega airport to meet the rapid growth in air traffic, a senior official said.

  • Kuwait plans mega Northern Gulf Gateway project

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    Kuwait has announced plans to build a mega-project that will attract up to $200 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) and contribute $220 billion to the country’s GDP.

  • Dubai RTA completes work on two key bridges


    Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed construction works on the two main bridges at the intersection of Marrakech Road and Airport Road and will phase their opening in two stages.

  • Azizi announces $204m new projects


    Azizi Developments, one of the leading private developers in the UAE, has announced a brand new residential project, Azizi Grand, in the Dubai Sports City as well as three premium new residential and commercial projects in Meydan Avenue.

  • Future Cities Show to highlight home-grown solutions


    Home-grown solutions that will be a part of everyday urban landscapes in the region will be featured at the second edition of the Future Cities Show next month in Dubai, UAE.

  • GE launches innovative energy storage platform


    GE has launched the GE Reservoir, a comprehensive energy storage platform that delivers a suite of customised storage solutions to help customers address new challenges and seek new opportunities in a rapidly transforming power grid.

  • Focus on American softwood at Dubai seminar


    The characteristics of American softwood and its strengths and weaknesses were discussed at a seminar in Dubai, UAE, hosted by the American Softwoods (AMSO), the promotional partnership formed by three major US softwood trade associations.

  • WoodShow success for Russian firms


    Several leading Russian enterprises presented their latest products at the recent international woodworking industry exhibition Dubai WoodShow 2018, held in Dubai, UAE.

  • Saudi stone expo gets stronger


    After a successful first edition, Stone & Surface Saudi Arabia is returning to Jeddah next month with a bigger and more comprehensive showcase of products.

  • Caparol Paints unveils range of summer shades


    Caparol Paints, a leading player in the global paints industry, has introduced its summer shades for 2018, which includes a wide palette of pastel and bright shades.

  • LG Electronics launches new VRF system in Abu Dhabi


    LG Electronics has released its new Multi V 5 variable refrigerant flow (VRF) solution in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

  • Amna leads green technology sector at major expo


    Amna Insulations, a leading provider of energy-saving solutions for the construction sector, has signed up as the Green Technology Sector sponsor for the upcoming Gulf Construction Expo in Bahrain.

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