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Arada awards $593m Madar Mall deal to UNEC
ARADA, a leading UAE developer, has awarded the construction contract for Madar Mall, the landmark retail and entertainment destination at the heart of the Aljada megaproject in Sharjah, to Dubai-based contractor United Engineering Construction Company (UNEC).
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Kuwait launches tenders for building three new cities
KUWAIT'S government has invited local and international companies to take the first step in bidding for contracts as part of its plans to develop three new cities to help tackle a shortage of housing in the country.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Simaisma gathers pace with Trump-branded golf course, theme park
QATAR'S ambitious Simaisma coastal development, a massive $5.5-billion tourism and entertainment project spearheaded by Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, is moving rapidly forward with a string of major announcements that underscore its scale and global positioning.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Forum highlights need for collaboration
EXPERTS stressed the need to align national plans, simplify regulations, and enhance collaboration between government agencies and the private sector to ensure efficient spending and sustainable development at the Global Infrastructure Forum in Riyadh last month.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Geberit delivers efficiency across whole water cycle
LOUISE PITT* highlights Geberit's holistic approach to water management, which gives the Swiss sanitary solutions provider mastery over the entire water chain – from supply to use and drainage - ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and long-term reliability in modern buildings.
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October 2025
Gulf Construction
Ritchie Bros rolls out Super September auction series
RITCHIE Bros, a global marketplace and auctioneer of heavy equipment and trucks, is rolling out Super September 2025 – a month filled with high-volume auctions designed to match the surge in international demand for used machinery and trucks.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Oman issues RFQs for its debut WtE project
OMAN'S Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (PWP) has issued requests for qualification (RFQ) for the development of a utility-scale waste-to-energy (WtE) project in Barka.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Bomag's BF 350 navigates city streets with ease
BOMAG, a global leader in compaction technology, says its city paver BF 350 C-5 impresses with its compact dimensions, excellent manoeuvrability, and eco-friendly ecomode drive, which makes it highly suitable for urban job sites.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Dynapac's SD and XD smart pavers put the operator first
DYNAPAC recently unveiled its new SD and XD series of pavers, which are said to combine cutting-edge technology with intuitive operation and a clear focus on operator comfort.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Invisible but essential: ESG value of power cords
JAE RO, Marketing Manager at Signal + Power, a supplier of IEC plug connectors, discusses how selecting the right power cords through careful material choice, regulatory compliance, SKU consolidation, and lifecycle thinking can help data centres operate more sustainably without affecting performance or uptime.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Bilfinger lands FEED contract from KNPC
INTERNATIONAL industrial services provider Bilfinger has secured a major Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) contract from Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC) for the new North Oil Pier at its Mina Al Ahmadi Refinery in Kuwait.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Kuwait signs $3.27bn deals for Al-Zour power plant
THE Kuwait Authority for Partnership Projects (KAPP) has signed contracts with Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power and the Gulf Investment Corporation for the second and third phases of the Al-Zour North power plant.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
GE Vernova delivers first Saudi-built turbine
In a milestone for Saudi Arabia's energy localisation drive, GE Vernova has rolled out and delivered its first HA.03 gas turbine from its Dammam facility to the Taiba 1 plant near Madinah. The achievement underscores the company's expanding manufacturing footprint, record turbine orders, and long-term investments aimed at boosting local capability.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
du's first hyperscale data centre on anvil
The UAE is positioning itself as a key player in global digital infrastructure.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Off-Site approach can drive faster, safer growth
MOHAMED AMER, Managing Director, International Code Council (ICC) MENA, and RYAN COLKER, Executive Director, Energy, Resilience & Innovation at ICC, explain how modular construction can help the Middle East accelerate development, enhance safety, and achieve sustainability goals.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Aecom secures work on Avenues-Riyadh Phase Two
AECOM, a leading global infrastructure leader, has been awarded the project management consultancy and engineering contract by Shomoul Holding Company for Phase Two of The Avenues-Riyadh, a transformative mixed-use development in North Riyadh City.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Ecomondo 2025 raises awareness with roadshow
ITALIAN Exhibition Group (IEG) has been taking its Ecomondo expo on the road, with three international stops in Egypt, Serbia, and Poland ahead of the main event in November (4 to 7) in Rimini, Italy. The roadshow - which has already been to Cairo in Egypt and is headed for Belgrade in Serbia and Warsaw in Poland this month - aims to broaden the reach of the green, blue, and circular economy exhibition and strengthen connections between Italian companies and foreign markets.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Work starts on Bahrain's utility-scale solar plant
BAHRAIN’S Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) has announced that work has begun on the kingdom's first major utility-scale solar project being set up for electricity generation.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Global Infrastructure Expo spotlights Saudi Arabia's Vision 2034 ambitions
Since its launch, Global Infrastructure Expo has evolved into one of the region's most significant trade exhibitions for infrastructure stakeholders.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
FROM VISION TO REALITY: IN CONVERSATION WITH ALUPCO'S CEO
Since 1975, ALUPCO has been a key force in Saudi Arabia's industrial growth, transforming from a pioneering local extruder to a global solutions provider.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
‘City built for play’ takes shape
Construction on Saudi Arabia's ambitious Qiddiya City is accelerating, with its flagship entertainment and leisure projects nearing completion. Two massive theme parks – Six Flags Qiddiya City and Aquarabia Water Theme Park – are on track to open soon, positioning the giga-project as a global destination for fun and recreation.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Al, ownership law in focus at Cityscape Global
SAUDI Arabia's newly approved foreign property ownership law and the accelerating integration of technology into real estate will be key focus areas at Cityscape Global 2025, the world’s most attended real estate event.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Work begins on Oman's Al Ashkhara Waterfront
OMANI authorities have announced the groundbreaking of the Al Ashkhara Waterfront Project, a major coastal development in the sultanate aimed at boosting tourism and economic activity in the wilayat of Jalan Bani Bu Ali, South Sharqiyah.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Kicking off the Middle East's next growth engine
The Middle East has rapidly positioned itself as a global hub for sports and entertainment, not only as a host of major international events but also as an emerging centre for long-term investment and innovation. Led by Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Qatar, the region is leveraging sports to diversify economies, attract tourism, and connect with its young, digital-native populations.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Global Water Expo scales up to meet surging regional demand
THE Global Water Expo is set to make a significant splash this year, having doubled in size compared to its last event. This dramatic expansion is a direct reflection of Saudi Arabia's booming water sector, which is driven by massive infrastructure investments and a growing need for sustainable solutions.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Digital twins pave way for sustainable modular buildings
Digital Twin-Enabled Facility Management for Relocatable Modular Buildings (RMBs)
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Geberit water solutions built for stadiums
N the demanding realm of stadium construction and operations, where performance, sustainability, and design flexibility are crucial, Geberit is raising the bar with a holistic approach to water management. From roof drainage to bathroom solutions, the company's integrated systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of these large-scale venues, according to the Swiss sanitary solutions provider.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Kooheji Contractors forges ahead on Marassi towers
KOOHEJI Contractors, a prominent Bahraini construction firm, has announced that work is in progress on two residential towers, Marassi Palace and Marassi View, within the Diyar Al Muharraq master community off the northwest coast of Muharraq.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Villeroy & Boch, Ideal Standard at INDEX Saudi
VILLEROY & Boch and Ideal Standard will showcase their latest bathroom innovations at INDEX Saudi Arabia, which will be held this month (September 9 to 11) at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre.
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September 2025
Gulf Construction
Kinetics delivers a sound solution for luxury resort
KINETICS Group, a leader in noise and vibration control solutions, has successfully delivered and installed a state-of-the-art acoustic system, comprising 84 double-bank louvres, for a prestigious luxury resort in Ras Al Khaimah.
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