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Hassan Allam unit wins Amaala Triple Bay hotel contract

Egyptian builder Hassan Allam said its Saudi unit has secured an additional contract for a hotel in Amaala Triple Bay, situated along the kingdom's west coast. The scope of work includes civil construction, secondary infrastructure and inground service.
Emaar to repair for free rain-hit homes within its communities

Emaar Properties has announced an initiative to repair all homes within its communities affected by the recent severe weather in Dubai, at no cost to residents.
Aldar, Siemens to make Saadiyat Grove leading smart project

Aldar Properties (Aldar) has announced a partnership with Siemens to make Saadiyat Grove, an integrated mixed-use project under development in the cultural heart of Abu Dhabi, a leading global example of smart urban living.
Aldar-Siemens plan 'smart' transformation of Saadiyat Grove
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Aldar Properties (Aldar) has announced a partnership with Siemens to make Saadiyat Grove, an integrated mixed-use project under development in the cultural heart of Abu Dhabi, a leading global example of smart urban living.
Kuwait awards contracts for homes in new residential district

Kuwait has awarded two contracts worth KD42.468 million ($140 million) for the construction of social housing units within the new Al Metlaa residential district. The key facilities will include nurseries, schools as well as retail outlets.
Alstom lands Jeddah Airport's APM system upgrade contract

Alstom, a leader in sustainable and green mobility solutions, has announced that it has secured a major contract to boost the capacity of the Innovia automated people mover (APM) system at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Barbara Caporali appointed Commercial Director of Yanmar

Yanmar Compact Equipment’s (Yanmar CE) Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region has appointed Barbara Caporali as Commercial Director.
Nabni starts work on Waldorf Astoria Residences sales centre

UAE-based Nabni Developments has announced that it has begun work on Waldorf Astoria Residences Dubai Downtown’s sales experience centre, in Business Bay. The 1,000-sq-m complex aims to set a benchmark for luxury and real estate sales.
MZ Architects wins design contract for 11 buildings at $8bn Azizi Venice

UAE-based Azizi Developments has signed up MZ Architects to provide concept design for 11 buildings within its AED30-billion ($8.2 billion) mixed-use project, Azizi Venice in Dubai. Once completed, it will feature 30,000 homes and over 400 luxury villas.
Hitek-Virgin Mobile in deal to develop smart cities in Saudi

Middle East regional technology services company, Hitek has signed a joint venture partnership with Virgin Mobile Saudi; a Beyond ONE group company, as the preferred technology partner to enable a strategic approach to developing smart cities in Saudi.
Dubai Investments shareholders approve 12.5pc dividend

Dubai Investments, a leading diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), has announced the distribution of 12.5% cash dividend to the shareholders for the financial year ending December 31, 2023.
Halspan to showcase innovative fire door systems at UK expo

Halspan, a global market leader in fire safety solutions with a major presence in the region, will be showcasing some of its innovative fire door systems and fire asset management services at the upcoming Fire Safety Event (FSE) in Birmingham, UK.