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Europe's top circular economy event set for Rimini in November
THE Rimini Expo Centre in Italy will host Ecomondo 2025 from November 4 to 7 bringing together companies, researchers and policymakers for one of Europe's largest events on the circular, green and blue economies.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Palfinger's new crane “punches above its weight”
PALFINGER’S new PK 880 TEC loader crane is now available for order following its world premiere at bauma 2025, the world’s largest construction equipment show held in Munich, Germany, in April. The company says the model “punches above its weight” with its impressive lifting power and advanced features.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Guardian Glass launches Claria: glass specs simplified
GUARDIAN Glass has announced the launch of Claria, a generative AI-powered assistant that helps customers easily navigate the technical aspects of glass and product selection. Claria combines decades of manufacturing expertise and product knowledge in a single AI-powered assistant, according to the US-based company.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Making a contract through WhatsApp
The construction industry is built on formal contracts, but what happens when a deal is sealed with a simple \"yes\" on WhatsApp? STUART JORDAN* highlights a recent English court case that exposes the risks of mixing casual communication with high-stakes business.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
ZHA's concept masterplan for BEEAH's new project
BEEAH has announced the upcoming launch of Phase One of Khalid Bin Sultan City, an innovative new community in Sharjah.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Contract signed for Dukhan solar power plant
QATARENERGY has announced that it has signed an agreement with Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group (Samsung C&T) for the construction of a world-scale solar power plant in Dukhan, located about 80 km west of Doha.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Maraya Zujaj meets high-end needs with clear solutions
MARAYA Zujaj, a newly established Saudi glass company backed by Bahraini partners, has entered the market to serve Saudi Arabia's booming construction and glass-processing sectors as a supplier of raw materials and engineered solutions for national development projects.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
The Avenues - Riyadh rising fast as city's next icon
THE Avenues - Riyadh, one of the most ambitious mixed-use developments in Saudi Arabia, continues to make steady progress across its various phases, cementing its role as a landmark destination that will transform the commercial, retail, hospitality and residential landscape of the capital.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
EOls invited for Qiddiya High-Speed Rail Project
THE Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), in partnership with the National Center for Privatization & PPP and Qiddiya Investment Company, has announced the start of the registration phase for companies interested in bidding for the construction of the Qiddiya High-Speed Rail Project.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Diriyah drives development with $5bn new deals, branded residential projects
DIRIYAH, a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, is seeing a remarkable surge in development, marked by significant contract awards and the launch of new ultra-luxury residential projects.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Sarens lifts Saudi gas ambitions at Jafurah field
SARENS, a global leader in heavy lifting and engineered transport, is playing a key role in the Jafurah Gas Field Development, a project set to dramatically increase Saudi Arabia's gas production. The company has deployed a specialised fleet of cranes and transporters to handle the massive components of the gas processing facility, a critical part of the kingdom's energy strategy.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
$500m deal to implement Oman-GCC power link
THE GCC Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) and Sohar International Bank have signed a $500 million interim financing agreement to support the implementation of a direct electricity interconnection project linking the authority's grid with that of Oman.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
WOLFFs to rise as kingdom's tallest tower cranes at Qiddiya
WOLFFKRAN has begun executing its contract to supply a full turnkey tower crane package for the Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Stadium, part of Saudi Arabia's Qiddiya megaproject and a future venue for the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Aldar's Athlon to offer themed buildings in Dubai
ALDAR has launched Rise by Athlon, an apartment community in Dubai comprising eight uniquely themed buildings that offer residents bespoke amenities for health, fitness, and wellbeing.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
SOL Properties launches $599m mixed-use project
SOL Properties, the premier real estate development arm of the Bhatia Group, has launched SOL Luxe, a landmark AED2.2 billion ($599 million) mixed-use development in Dubai.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Construction sector enters next phase of growth
DESPITE challenges such as labour shortages, rising material costs, and long procurement lead times, Saudi Arabia's construction sector is showing resilience and initiatives to localise supply chains, upskill the workforce and encourage modern methods of construction, a report said.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
MBRAH launches VIP Terminal Boulevard
VIP Terminal Boulevard stretches 769 m and features 16 premium buildings,
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
BUILDING MOMENTUM FOR GROWTH
Qatar's construction sector is entering a new growth cycle, underpinned by government-led infrastructure spending, LNG megaprojects, and diversified development plans that include massive tourism hubs, aligned with its National Vision 2030.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
RAK Central: infrastructure done, ALEC wins HQ deal
MARJAN, the master developer of freehold properties in Ras Al Khaimah, has announced the completion of infrastructure works at RAK Central, its upcoming mixed-use commercial development in the northern emirate. It has also appointed ALEC, as the main contractor for RAK Central headquarters complex, marking a major milestone in the development of Ras Al Khaimah's upcoming business hub.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
NEOM NGHC plant reaches major milestone
NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) has reached a major milestone, with more than 80 per cent construction completion of the world's largest green hydrogen plant.
1 min |
October 2025
Gulf Construction
Installux Gulf boosts regional presence, unveils new solutions
INSTALLUX Gulf, the Middle East arm of France-based Installux Group, is strengthening its regional footprint with a new logistics hub in Bahrain and a focus on innovative, high-performance aluminium systems designed for the unique climate and architectural demands of the region.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
SPCC issues RFQs for 5.3GW renewables projects
SAUDI Power Procurement Company SPCC (Principal Buyer) has issued a request for qualification (RFQs) for the seventh round of its National Renewable Energy Programme (NREP), which includes six solar and wind projects with a total capacity of 5.3 GW, further advancing the country's transition toward clean energy. Of this, solar will account for 3.1 GW capacity.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
ROSHN offers new Jeddah community homes
ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia's leading multi-asset class developer and a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, has announced a new offering of homes for sale within ALAROUS community in northern Jeddah.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Bahrain launches tender for 1,400 MW power plant
BAHRAIN'S Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) has announced the launch of an international tender for the development of the Sitra Independent Water and Power Production Plant (IWPP), with a planned capacity of 1,400-1,500 MW of electricity and 30 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD) of potable water.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
RIBA selects 15 finalists for debut Middle East Award
THE Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has revealed the 15 finalists for the inaugural Middle East Award, showcasing the most transformative and socially impactful new architecture across the Gulf (GCC).
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Acciona advances water reuse and digitalisation
SPANISH infrastructure giant Acciona has marked significant progress in the water treatment and desalination sectors in the Middle East, reaching key operational milestones and unveiling innovative technologies to boost efficiency and sustainability.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
West Bay's coastline set for transformation
GLOBAL and regional developers have been invited to participate in a public-private partnership (PPP) project that aims to help shape the future of sustainable seaside experiences in Qatar through the transformation of five West Bay beachfront plots and the iconic Al Safliya Island.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Saudi expo to unlock $112bn investment opportunities in water infrastructure
SAUDI Arabia's capital is set to become the hub for environmental innovation as IFAT Saudi Arabia makes its debut from January 26 to 28, 2026 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
OCTA launches Missoni waterfront project
OCTA Development – the real estate development arm of OCTA Properties – has launched its first residential project, OCTA Isle Interiors by Missoni, a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship located in Dubai Islands, Island A.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
ROSHN Group makes progress on mega Riyadh communities
SAUDI Arabia's largest multi-asset developer ROSHN Group is pushing ahead on its projects in the capital. The group, which is developing two communities in Riyadh, has made several sales announcements over the past couple of months, for apartments and villas, townhouses and duplexes.
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