The emirate of Ras Al Khaimah will soon have its first golf course as part of a major programme to increase tourism in the area. The Tower Links Golf Club, a new 18-hole golf course is currently under construction in the emirate. The project is situated on a fertile green plain of natural vegetation, against the backdrop of the Hajar Mountains.

THE UAE's Northern Emirates are witnessing an upsurge in activity in various sectors.Taking a leaf from the more high-profile Dubai, the majority of them - Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah - are concentrating on tourism, real estate, retail and industry.

Following the successful operation of the first Tamrock Ranger 700-2 surface drill rig in the UAE, leading drill and blast contractor Technical Drilling & Blasting has taken delivery of a second rig.

Al Fahd crushers of Fujairah, UAE, is looking to double production in a bid to meet increased demand for its aggregates from neighbouring Gulf states. The quarry produces high-quality aggregates for asphalt and concrete production from gabbro - considered to be the region's toughest rock.Featuring a density of 2.