The UAE-IX, powered by DE-CIX, has been upgraded to offer 400 Gigabit Ethernet (400 GE) connectivity, reinforcing its position as the largest and most advanced Internet Exchange in the Middle East. This upgrade, announced by datamena, a carrier-neutral data center and connectivity platform from du, and DE-CIX, a global leader in Internet Exchange operations, is...
Nakheel, a subsidiary of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has recently announced the awarding of three significant contracts for infrastructure works on Palm Jebel Ali. The total value of these contracts exceeds AED750 million, highlighting Nakheel’s commitment to the ongoing development of this ambitious project. The awarded contracts encompass essential infrastructure upgrades aimed at enhancing the...
Abu Dhabi Ports, which manages and operates commercial, leisure, and community ports in Abu Dhabi, has initiated a new program to promote waste recycling among port users. This initiative aims to enhance environmental sustainability and manage waste more effectively within the port areas. Credit: Abu Dhabi Ports The company has outlined that the program will...
Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, recently met with Ebrahim bin Hasan Al Hawaj, Bahrain’s Minister of Works. The meeting took place as part of ongoing efforts to explore avenues for cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Credit: WAM During the discussion, both ministers highlighted the importance of collaboration...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a significant overhaul for Al Wasl, one of the city’s busiest neighborhoods. This initiative aims to reduce traffic and travel times across the emirate, enhancing the overall urban landscape. The project follows similar plans introduced earlier in June for Umm Suqeim Street and Jumeirah, focusing on urban...
Gridora, an infrastructure platform established by ADQ, IHC, and Modon Holding, has signed its first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC). This agreement aims to accelerate the delivery of significant transport infrastructure projects valued at an estimated AED 35 billion. The MoU represents a critical step in Gridora’s...
Saudi Arabia is embarking on a revolutionary urban project known as THE LINE, which is envisioned to stretch 170 kilometers long, 200 meters wide, and rise 500 meters high. This ambitious initiative is designed to redefine urban life and sustainability, aiming to create a carbon-free city powered entirely by renewable solar and wind energy. By...
Dubai is making significant improvements to its stormwater infrastructure with a new project in Dubai South. Dubai Municipality has signed a strategic agreement worth AED 150 million with Dubai South to construct an advanced drainage system in the residential district of the area. This initiative is part of the larger Tasreef project, which includes the...
The UAE and Bahrain are aiming to strengthen their collaboration in vital sectors such as transport, logistics, and infrastructure. Recently, Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, the UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, met with Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, the Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications in Bahrain, to discuss potential joint projects. During their...
The Dubai Municipality has successfully completed a two-kilometre-long Dubai Creek wharf on the Deira side, with the project costing AED 112 million. This initiative is designed to enhance the quay’s infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and boost the commercial and tourism appeal of the historical waterway. Significant upgrades included raising the retaining wall height to 8.3...