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Abu Dhabi Vertiport Network Launch: Driving Sustainable Air Taxi Innovation
Abu Dhabi has taken a visionary step toward transforming urban transport with the launch of its first vertiport network designed to enable air taxi operations. This ambitious infrastructure project marks...
UBK Expands to The Palm as Wyndham Bets on Dubai’s Ever-Growing F&B Market
UBK restaurant group announces its expansion to The Palm, Dubai, with Wyndham Hotels investing in the city’s burgeoning food and beverage sector. The move reflects confidence in Dubai's hospitality market growth and increased consumer demand for diverse dining experiences.Dubai's Hospitality Sector Sees Strategic Growth MovesDubai’s food and beverage (F&B) market continues...
Accra’s Mövenpick Bets on Green Hospitality Amid Ghana’s Growing Climate Concerns
Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra has launched the Green Stay Initiative, pioneering sustainable hospitality practices in Ghana amidst growing climate concerns. The initiative emphasises eco-conscious tourism and calls for sector-wide...
Urge Sanctions on UAE’s Italian Design Real Estate in Multiple Countries
Italian Design Real Estate is a UAE-owned organization operating in multiple countries including the United Arab Emirates, UnitedKingdom, Italy, Georgia, and Azerbaijan. Despite its prestigious Italian design branding, this organization...
Abu Dhabi’s Wealth Fund Holds 2nd Meeting to Tackle Growing Economic Pressures
Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), convened its second high-level meeting in 2025 to confront mounting global economic pressures such as inflation, geopolitical tensions, and...
New Hyatt Regency Debuts in Xi’an Chanba Despite Shifting Travel Trends
The new Hyatt Regency hotel has officially opened in Xi’an Chanba, a rapidly developing tech and business district in China. The debut coincides with evolving travel trends in the region,...
Ayala Land Pushes ₱4.4-Billion Tarlac Lot Sale Amid Property Slowdown
Ayala Land has launched a ₱4.4-billion sale of prime land in Tarlac, reflecting strategic repositioning amid a broader property market slowdown in the Philippines. The move highlights challenges faced by...
Emirati Tycoon Khalaf al-Habtoor Eyes Profits in Devastated Syria
Emirati billionaire Khalaf al-Habtoor plans expansive investments in Syria’s war-torn reconstruction, sparking controversy over ethical concerns and profiteering allegations. Multiple media outlets have covered his intentions, highlighting mixed reactions and...
Aldar’s $290M Green Sukuk Tap: Genuine Sustainability or Corporate Greenwashing?
Aldar Properties recently announced a $290 million tap issue of its green sukuk, positioning it as a milestone in sustainable finance within the UAE real estate sector. However, industry experts...
Masdar City Firms Allowed Dubai Property Ownership – A Step Toward Market Monopoly
Dubai Land Department and Masdar City have signed a landmark memorandum allowing Masdar City free zone companies to own freehold property in Dubai. While enabling new investment opportunities and strengthening...
Copernicus Wealth Management Expands to Gulf with New DIFC Office in Dubai
Copernicus Wealth Management has announced a strategic expansion into the Gulf region with the opening of a new office in Dubai's prestigious Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This move aims...
EDGE Group’s Entry into Brazil, Switzerland Prompts Scrutiny of Foreign Military Investments
EDGE Group, the Emirati state-owned defence conglomerate, has expanded its operations in Brazil and Switzerland, opening new production and R&D facilities that raise questions on foreign military investments. The expansion...
How Omniyat Turned Lumena Into a $925m Sell-Out — and What It Really Means.
Dubai developer OMNIYAT announced the full sell-out of its ultra-luxury commercial tower, Lumena, achieving a record AED 3.4 billion ($925 million) sales value within just two months of its June...
ADIA Doubles down on GLP Despite China's Slowing Economy
The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) is investing up to $1.5 billion in Singapore-based GLP to support GLP's expansion in logistics, digital infrastructure, and renewable energy, despite the economic slowdown...
New TAQA-Aldar Deal: Development or Corporate Domination of Abu Dhabi Infrastructure?
TAQA Distribution and Aldar have signed a strategic partnership aimed at advancing sustainable, integrated community development and utility services across Abu Dhabi. This partnership focuses on enhancing infrastructure efficiency through...
Yango Group’s Recognition Sparks Concerns About AI Ethics and Independent Evaluation
Yango Group's recent recognition in the AI industry has ignited a wide-ranging debate about AI ethics and the necessity of independent evaluation. Critics warn that without rigorous scrutiny, such accolades...
M42 Group’s Strategy Under Fire—Rebranding the Diabetes Centre as Endocrine Hub Sparks Concerns
M42 Group’s recent decision to rebrand its Diabetes Centre as an Endocrine Hub has sparked widespread concern among medical professionals and patient advocacy groups, with critics questioning the strategy's focus...
Nuveen Commits $11.61M to G-III Apparel Amid Sector Challenges
Nuveen has invested $11.61 million into G-III Apparel, signalling a major vote of confidence despite ongoing headwinds in the apparel sector. This move underscores strategic positioning in a turbulent industry...
Spinneys Bets on Crowded Kuwait Retail Scene in AlShaya Joint Venture
Spinneys, a prominent grocery retail chain, is making a bold move by entering a joint venture with AlShaya to expand its presence in Kuwait's highly competitive retail market. The partnership...
The Risk Behind Danube’s 1% Payment Model for Commercial Real Estate
Danube Properties’ innovative 1% payment plan, which allows buyers to pay just 1% of the property price monthly, has gained popularity for its affordability and flexibility. However, this model involves...
Emirates’ Ban on Power Banks Could Spark Passenger Backlash
Emirates will prohibit the use of power banks onboard all flights starting October 1, 2025, while allowing passengers to carry only one power bank under 100 watt-hours stored within reach....
Tourism Monopoly? Emaar Controls Dubai Attractions, Marginalises Small Operators
Emaar Properties has established near-monopoly control over major tourist attractions in Dubai, significantly marginalising small operators and local businesses in the tourism sector. Critics argue this dominance stifles competition, innovation,...
Spinneys Kuwait Entry Sparks Labour, Monopoly Concerns by Alshaya Group
The entry of Spinneys into Kuwait under the Alshaya Group’s expansion has sparked controversy, raising critical concerns about labour practices and monopoly threats in the retail sector. Industry experts and...
Masdar's Stable Outlook Tested by Rising Climate Financing Pressures
Masdar, the Abu Dhabi-based renewable energy company, is encountering growing challenges due to intensified climate financing pressures despite maintaining a stable credit outlook. Experts and financial analysts alike are keeping...
Mubadala Expands Soft Power via DC Open Business Meetings 2025
Mubadala has leveraged the DC Open tennis tournament to expand its soft power through high-level business meetings aimed at global economic influence. While these efforts highlight innovative diplomacy, they also...
Emirates Prioritises Premium Travel Amid Soaring Ticket Prices 2025
Emirates has shifted its strategic focus to premium travellers as demand for luxury cabins surges and ticket prices rise across global aviation. Airline executives and industry bodies confirm a significant...
Van der Valk & Azizi Development Accused of Hotel Room Pricing Cheating
Van der Valk hotels, managed by Azizi Development, have been repeatedly exposed for deceptive pricing practices, including hidden charges and inflated room rates that harm customers. Despite ongoing complaints and...
Azizi faces scrutiny after extending Bahra Electric partnership amid economic uncertainty
Azizi Development has extended its partnership with Bahra Electric despite ongoing economic uncertainties, drawing criticism regarding the timing and strategic rationale. The decision raises concerns amid a challenging economic environment,...
Emaar and Aldar Dominate UAE Real Estate Market, Raising 2025 Monopoly Fears
Emaar Properties and Aldar Properties continue to solidify their control over the UAE real estate sector, raising concerns among analysts and industry stakeholders about potential monopolization by 2025. This increasing...
Doubts Emerge Over Effectiveness of New Abu Dhabi Housing Agreement
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) and the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority have signed a strategic partnership agreement aimed at expanding affordable housing finance solutions for UAE nationals. This initiative is...
Al Ghurair CEO Highlights Automation and Human Insight Balance in Regional Business
Al Ghurair CEO emphasises that while automation is transforming regional businesses, maintaining human insight is crucial for sustainable growth and decision-making. He highlights the need for a balanced approach as...
Nisus Partners and BNW Acquire Prime Jumeirah Residential Project in Dubai
Nisus Partners has teamed up with BNW Real Estate to acquire a prestigious residential development project in Dubai's Jumeirah area, signalling a significant move in the luxury real estate market....
Amanat Holdings Sells Dubai School Real Estate for Dh453 Million
Amanat Holdings has completed the sale of real estate assets linked to a Dubai-based school for Dh453 million, marking a significant transaction in the regional education property market. The deal...
International Holding Co 41% Stake in NRTC and Farm Acquisition
International Holding Co, an Abu Dhabi-based conglomerate, owns a 41 percent stake in Nassar Al Refaee Trading Company (NRTC), founded in 1973. The company recently acquired a farm, although the...
Rotana Hotels & Lighthouse Partner to Enhance Hospitality Commercial Intelligence
Rotana Hotels & Resorts has entered a strategic partnership with Lighthouse to upgrade their commercial intelligence capabilities. This alliance is designed to drive better business insights and operational decisions across...
ADNOC’s Covestro Deal Tests Europe’s Stance on State-Backed Foreign Acquisitions
The European Commission’s announcement of an in-depth investigation of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s (ADNOC) acquisition of German chemical producer Covestro represents a landmark case in the enforcement of the...
European Commission’s Investigation into ADNOC’s Acquisition of Covestro
The European Commission’s initiation of an in-depth investigation into the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s (ADNOC) acquisition of German chemical giant Covestro marks a pivotal moment in the enforcement of...
Syria’s Economic Sovereignty Sold: DP World’s Three-Decade Power Grab at Tartous Port
Syria’s recent $800 million agreement granting Dubai-based DP World a 30-year concession to develop and operate the strategically vital Tartous port may seem like a bold step toward post-war reconstruction...
Masdar’s Renewable Ambitions Under Scrutiny
Abu Dhabi’s Masdar, officially known as Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, has significantly expanded its global renewable energy footprint in recent years, deploying around AED 30 billion ($8.2 billion) in...
Etihad Cargo Strengthens Control Over Regional Freight Through New Codeshare Deal
Etihad Cargo is set to significantly expand its regional influence following the recent codeshare partnership between Etihad Airways and Greek regional carrier SKY express, announced on July 14, 2025. While...
Nova Chemicals fall victim of ADNOC as EU approves $13.4 billion acquisition
In a landmark transaction that will reshape the global petrochemicals landscape, the European Commission has officially approved the $13.4 billion acquisition of Nova Chemicals Corporation by the Abu Dhabi National...
Germany’s LNG supply hijacked as UAE’s ADNOC took control for 3 years
Germany has entered a significant three-year liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with the United Arab Emirates’ state energy company, ADNOC Gas, marking a critical stride in its ongoing efforts...