H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, participated in the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit. This significant event highlighted the ongoing and future infrastructure projects in the emirate, focusing on enhancing connectivity and sustainability. Credit: WAM During the summit, Sheikh...
Dubai has completed a significant flood defense project costing Dhs277 million, aimed at enhancing the city’s infrastructure against future flooding. This new system is located in the Nad Al Sheba 3 neighborhood and serves an area of 340 hectares, covering 300 plots of land. The new infrastructure includes a 24-kilometer sewerage system, which features 11...
Mubadala Investment Company, a sovereign investor from Abu Dhabi, has entered into a partnership agreement with the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) to promote collaborations aimed at advancing infrastructure initiatives. This agreement establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation between the two organizations, focusing on enhancing Abu Dhabi’s development as a preferred destination for...
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...