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UAE: Eships aims to double its fleet in next three years
7 February 2010
UAE: Raw material price hike pushes up rebar costs, demand continues to remain weak
7 February 2010
UAE: Aabar offer for Arabtec tough to reject – Deutsche
6 February 2010
UAE: UAE Construction industry expected to grow at 18pct during 2009-2013
6 February 2010
UAE: Domestic debar market to face shortage in March as inventory falls on increased buying
4 February 2010
UAE: Lamprell announces new contract awards worth USD51 million
4 February 2010
UAE: Fluor wins Abu Dhabi offshore design deal for Sath al-Raazboot field in Abu Dhabi
4 February 2010
UAE: Parsons Brinckerhoff group is frontrunner for Abu Dhabi tram deal
4 February 2010
UAE: Second port planned to serve the growing number of industries in Musaffah & ICAD
3 February 2010
UAE: Emirates Gas offers environment-friendly and cost-effective product for metal cutting
2 February 2010
UAE: Dragon Oil awards major jack-up rig contract to Yantai Raffles Offshore
1 February 2010
UAE: Masdar to appoint an engineering contractor to oversee its CO2 pipeline network by June
1 February 2010
UAE: Gulf Navigation plans to buy 8 ships in 2010
31 January 2010
UAE: Polish firms express desire in setting up petchem, manufacturing and steel industry JVs
30 January 2010
UAE: Hamriyah Steel launches trial production, to achieve full operating capacity by the end of 2010
28 January 2010
UAE: Dodsal secures Abu Dhabi pipeline contracts worth over USD160 mln
28 January 2010
UAE: Firms line up for USD700 mln refinery pipeline deal in Abu Dhabi
27 January 2010
UAE: Emirates Steel to consolidate its debt financing in 2010
27 January 2010
UAE: UAE requires more than 42 pct of GCCs total infrastructure financing
26 January 2010
UAE: Local rebar prices rise marginally amidst a sharp rise in global steel prices in Jan-2010
26 January 2010
UAE: Abu Dhabi to tender one of the Gulfs largest infrastructure schemes worth up to USD2.4bn
26 January 2010
UAE: Contractors asked to express interest in USD6.8bn worth Abu Dhabi airport terminal
25 January 2010
UAE: Emirates Steel to approach banks to refinance USD700m bridging loan that matures in Aug-10
24 January 2010
UAE: Danieli completes integrated mill at Emirates Steel Industries in Abu Dhabi
23 January 2010
UAE: Drydocks World subsidiary secures vessel building contract
23 January 2010
UAE: Boulder Steel announces closing operations in the Hamriyah Free Zone, Sharjah
21 January 2010
UAE: Masdars first carbon capture and storage project in Abu Dhabi by 2012
21 January 2010
UAE: Grandweld wins USD128 mln contract to build salvage tugs for Algerian Port Authority
19 January 2010
UAE: Topaz Energy completes Fujairah Marine Extension Project
18 January 2010
UAE: Gulf Nav likely to cancel USD174 mln tanker order with a S. Korean shipbuilder : CEO
18 January 2010
UAE: Dodsal wins pipeline deals worth USD160 mln in Abu Dhabi
18 January 2010
UAE: Adnoc pushes ahead with tenders on USD10 bln Shah gas development scheme
18 January 2010
UAE: Contractors submit commercial bids for Cleveland Clinic estimated at USD1.4bn
17 January 2010
UAE: ADNOC to buy hi-speed oil spill response vessels, tugs
17 January 2010
UAE: Emirates Building Systems on expansion drive of its UAE and overseas operations
17 January 2010
UAE: Abu Dhabi to start building worlds biggest hydrogen power plant this year
14 January 2010
UAE: Drake & Scull International wins two major contracts
14 January 2010
UAE: Crane manufacturers feel the pinch as demand slumps on low construction activity
13 January 2010
UAE: Byelorussian Steel Works to open a trade office in UAE
13 January 2010
UAE: Essar Steel to open a 250,000 tpy Processing Centre in Jebel Ali Free Zone
13 January 2010
UAE: Italians keen to enter Mideast steel market
13 January 2010
UAE: Marine experts predict demand for ship repair services to pick up
12 January 2010
UAE: Visit Steelfab 2010 to explore opportunities in the infrastructure development and O & G sectors
11 January 2010
UAE: DEWA to award first independent water and power project in Q1-2011
11 January 2010
UAE: Competitive prices within the local market and excess supply reduce imports
10 January 2010
UAE: Aabar to acquire 70 pct stake in UAEs largest construction firm Arabtec Holding
9 January 2010
UAE: Four firms submit bids to build Abu Dhabi pumping station worth USD 572 mln
9 January 2010
UAE: Light-rail tram system in Abu Dhabi is projected to arrive two years earlier by 2012
7 January 2010
UAE: Mubarak & Brothers issues tenders for USD272 mln Deerfields Town Square project
7 January 2010
UAE: Kanoo Group awards Amana the contract to construct a workshop and showroom in Musaffah
7 January 2010
UAE: Middle East Coal plans to invest USD5.2 bln in Indonesia
7 January 2010
UAE: DP World to build Europes largest combined deep sea port and logistics park east of London
6 January 2010
UAE: Local steel stays stable despite rise in global market prices
6 January 2010
UAE: Dept. of Transport to select firms for tram system feasibility study
4 January 2010
UAE: Burj Dubai, the worlds tallest man-made structure awaits official ceremony tomorrow
3 January 2010
UAE: ADGAS signs USD1bn gas processing deal with Hyundai
2 January 2010
UAE: Firms delay Shah gas deal as difficulties mount
31 December 2009
UAE: Rakia to launch integrated industrial cluster to manufacture previously imported items
30 December 2009
UAE: Seoul signs up with MASDAR for development of wind, solar and other renewable energy projects
30 December 2009
UAE: Drydocks World – Dubai delivers 3-D seismic vessel Polarcus Nadia
30 December 2009
UAE: Petrofac consortium wins USD9.7bn Turkmen gas contract
30 December 2009
UAE: Turkish iron and steel exports drop to the region as construction slows down
30 December 2009
UAE: Four nuclear plants to provide 25 pct electricity demand by 2020
29 December 2009
UAE: Steel prices might witness a further increase following an increase in scrap prices
29 December 2009
UAE: Eversendai successfully completes structural steel work on Burj Dubai
29 December 2009
UAE: Adgas awards USD1 bln contract for construction of an integrated gas development plant
29 December 2009
UAE: Rig builder Maritime Industrial Services to enter the renewable energy sector
28 December 2009
UAE: Korea Electric Power Corp. to provide design, construction and maintenance of nuclear reactors
28 December 2009
UAE: National Petroleum Construction Co. of Abu Dhabi to build USD162 mln oil platform in India
27 December 2009
UAE: UAE forms nuclear power body, in the final stages of negotiations with contractors
27 December 2009
UAE: Convrgnt Value Engineering wins contract to build Jashanmal Group Headquarters at Al Barsha
26 December 2009
UAE: Polarcus takes delivery of first of the six advanced seismic vessels from Drydocks World Dubai
24 December 2009
UAE: DANA GROUP to start coil service center in Libyan as a part of its rapid expansion plans
24 December 2009
UAE: Developer to tender Deerfields Town Square project in January
24 December 2009
UAE: WorleyParsons wins deal to build gas booster station and pipeline
22 December 2009
UAE: Stanford Marine division of Gulf Maritime acquires 5 offshore supply vessels
21 December 2009
UAE: Ras Al Khaimah to open its first dry dock facility in Q1-2010
20 December 2009
UAE: Average steel prices decline by 4.83 pct in Nov. compared to Oct 2009
20 December 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi MAR preferred bidder to acquire majority stake in Greek Hellenic Shipyards
19 December 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi launches refinery pipeline scheme worth USD700-800 mln
19 December 2009
UAE: Al-Futtaim assesses prices for super-structure contract to build City Centre mall in Beirut
19 December 2009
UAE: Hamriyah Steel to be commissioned on January 6th, 2010
17 December 2009
UAE: Al-Bahar awards Amana a turnkey contract to construct workshop extension project
16 December 2009
UAE: First private railway project to boost Ras Al Khaimas mining interests in Indonesia
16 December 2009
UAE: Masdar signs contracts to build worlds largest offshore wind farm, London Array
16 December 2009
UAE: Gulf Marine secures USD100 mln loan to fund acquisitions in the offshore supply vessel sector
15 December 2009
UAE: ADNL lease finances two brand new dry bulk vessels to Stellar Shipping
15 December 2009
UAE: Fujairah Refinery Co. Ltd awards EPC contract to Nico International
15 December 2009
UAE: Rise in scrap value likely to lift local rebar prices
14 December 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi may see funding cost rise for its USD100 bln investment drive
14 December 2009
UAE: ADPICO to start production at its new spiral welded pipe facility in February 2010
14 December 2009
UAE: Lamprell loads out second jack-up rig for its fabrication yard for Scorpion Offshore
13 December 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to receive USD 7 bln construction contracts this month
12 December 2009
UAE: Steel producers expect banks to tighten lending, demand to drop further
10 December 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi firm to design, manufacture and sell military, commercial, passenger cars
10 December 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi MAR to acquire stake in submarine unit HDW of ThyssenKrupp
9 December 2009
UAE: Sub-contract packages for Concourse-3 to award next year
8 December 2009
UAE: Adco awards USD1.5 bln onshore oil and gas deals to National Petroleum Construction
8 December 2009
UAE: Pressure vessel & heavy steel fabricator MeFab Engineering receives ISO 9001 Certification
7 December 2009
UAE: USD1.36 bln Dubai World Central Aviation City starts to tender Phase-1
7 December 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi receives bids for football stadium construction deal at Baniyas City
7 December 2009
UAE: Adnoc postpones Shah pipeline decision until March 2010
7 December 2009
UAE: Capital Gate in race to enter Guinness Records for furthest leaning manmade tower
7 December 2009
UAE: Macsteel International establishes its Middle East base in Jumeirah Lakes Towers
6 December 2009
UAE: Samsung Engg. commissions Uhde for USD1.2 bln Ruwais Fertilizer Contract in Abu Dhabi
5 December 2009
UAE: Steel imports to remain steady in 2010 with more than $40 bln still to be spent on projects
3 December 2009
UAE: ADNOC to award a contract to build fuel storage facilities at Hamriyah in December
3 December 2009
UAE: Amana to construct ADNOC Petroleum Institute accommodations
3 December 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi launches USD68bn master plan to ease congestion and improve transport links by 2017
1 December 2009
UAE: 2010 will not be an easy one for the construction industry: Arabtec
1 December 2009
UAE: Hongfu Steel of China plans to double exports to GCC in next 12 months
1 December 2009
UAE: Japan-based pump suppliers Torishima to open facility in TechnoPark
1 December 2009
UAE: French consortium comes under pressure to lower bid for USD41 bln nuclear plant
30 November 2009
UAE: Further delay in construction activity likely to impact Indian long steel segment
30 November 2009
UAE: National Petroleum Construction Co. to build onshore oil production facilities in Abu Dhabi
30 November 2009
UAE: Contractors preparing bids to build 78-storey building
30 November 2009
UAE: Gulf Energy Maritime successfully implements fleet expansion programme for 2009
25 November 2009
UAE: Valbruna encourages investments in stainless steel rebars
25 November 2009
UAE: Gasco hands Technip USD408 mln Asab-3 job
25 November 2009
UAE: Mubadala invites firms to prequalify for a contract to build Khalifa stadium in Abu Dhabi
25 November 2009
UAE: VSL Middle East sees bright future in 2010, plans expansion in GCC region
25 November 2009
UAE: Gasco evaluating EPC bids for construction of a 100-km gas pipeline
25 November 2009
UAE: Zamil Steel predicts prices to start increasing by end-2010
24 November 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi firm in talks to undertake USD18 bln property development in Karbala
24 November 2009
UAE: Drydocks World-Dubai announces first Offshore LNG Regasification Terminal conversion project
24 November 2009
UAE: Domestic demand for steel & construction materials to rise
24 November 2009
UAE: Dodsal bids low for construction contract of Abu Dhabi nitrogen pipeline
23 November 2009
UAE: Borouge invites firms to bid for $4.5bn Ruwais expansion
23 November 2009
UAE: Samsung Engineering wins USD2.7 bln refinery order from TAKREER
22 November 2009
UAE: Hamriyah Steel to start production in January 2010
22 November 2009
UAE: Steel prices in Abu Dhabi decrease 1.86 pct during October 2009 on lower prices, MoM
22 November 2009
UAE: Thermadyne of USA brings its welding & cutting equipment to the MidEast, appoints regional OEM
21 November 2009
UAE: 4 international firms line up for Abu Dhabi nitrogen pipeline deal
21 November 2009
UAE: UAE to award USD40 bln nuclear power reactors contract to a French consortium in next few weeks
21 November 2009
UAE: Takreer awards USD4.4b deals for Ruwais refinery expansion project, 3 S. Korean companies win bid
21 November 2009
UAE: Gasco awards Technip USD415 mln EPC contract for Asab-3 project on a lumpsum turnkey basis
19 November 2009
UAE: VSL-AST wins Hodariyat Island bridge contract
19 November 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to open bids on gas pipeline EPC deal worth up to USD150 mln
19 November 2009
UAE: SR Technics owned by Mubadala plans to build aircraft maintenance plant in Malta
18 November 2009
UAE: Adbic & Gulf Extrusions to set up new aluminium plant in Taweelah
18 November 2009
UAE: Non-oil foreign trade increases in 2008, steel imports from China up on real estate boom
18 November 2009
UAE: Drydocks World – Dubai wins Lloyds List Shipbuilding / Shiprepair Award for 2009
18 November 2009
UAE: Fourth raft pouring for foundation of Dubai Pearl completed using 2,500 tons of steel
17 November 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi & Pakistan in USD5bn JV to build Khalifa Coastal Refinery project in Baluchistan
17 November 2009
UAE: Burj Dubai, the worlds tallest tower to open on January 4, 2010
16 November 2009
UAE: Steel production to grow 200 pct by 2012 from the 2006 level: Report
15 November 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to develop USD6.8bn midfield terminal project at its international airport
15 November 2009
UAE: Consultants submit bids for feasibility study, winner to design 340-kms of tram lines
15 November 2009
UAE: Slow recovery seen for UAE construction sector
14 November 2009
UAE: UAE ranked number one in importing rebar in 2008
14 November 2009
UAE: Analysts predict SME sector to witness sustainable improvement in 2010
12 November 2009
UAE: 1845 construction projects worth USD657 bln in UAE still active: Survey
12 November 2009
UAE: Gulf Marine Services builds two jackup vessels for North Sea work
12 November 2009
UAE: Spanish and French firms win Hassyan 1 power and water project
12 November 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to tender Khalifa stadium in 2010
11 November 2009
UAE: Dubai Municipality forms advisory committee for certificates and product compliance marks system
11 November 2009
UAE: Worlds tallest tower: Burj Dubai update
10 November 2009
UAE: S. Korean firms secure Ruwais refinery deals worth USD5.2 bln from Abu Dhabi Oil Refining Co.
9 November 2009
UAE: Attieh to supply structural steel on the basis of Bill of Material
9 November 2009
UAE: Emirates to build four nuclear reactors
8 November 2009
UAE: ABB signs deal to supply electrical system for billion-dollar Abu Dhabi crude pipeline
7 November 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Investment Co. to bid for Daewoo Engineering of S. Korea
5 November 2009
UAE: Manazel to retender contracts for towers at Building Materials City worth USD1.3 bln
5 November 2009
UAE: Voluntary trading suspension of Boulder Steel shares on Nasdaq Dubai
5 November 2009
UAE: Saadiyat infrastructure packages to be awarded in Q1-2010
5 November 2009
UAE: SK Engineering of S. Korea wins USD2.1 bln contract to build an oil refinery
4 November 2009
UAE: Shopping malls developer Majid Al Futtaim eyes USD4 bln expansion over the next five years
4 November 2009
UAE: Masdar to carry out wind power project on the Seychelles Mahe island
3 November 2009
UAE: GASCO signs deals worth USD9 billion for Integrated Gas Development project
3 November 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to invest USD1 trillion on projects to boost infrastructure & manufacturing sectors
3 November 2009
UAE: Danube expects 30-40 pct growth in revenues and profits every year
2 November 2009
UAE: Technip of France stands as frontrunner for Asab gas contract worth more than USD400 mln
2 November 2009
UAE: Gulf Navigation in discussions to purchase four petrochemical carriers
1 November 2009
UAE: Additional production capacity to boost NAFFCO annual growth
1 November 2009
UAE: TMK licenses its premium threading technology to Wesco Abu Dhabi
1 November 2009
UAE: Aldar announces completion of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi External Structure
31 October 2009
UAE: Dubai may have a fifth rail line as part of USD98 bln Jumeirah Gardens project
31 October 2009
UAE: Gasco awards construction deals worth USD1.70 bln to S. Korean companies
31 October 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi bets on steel & aluminium projects as part of its diversification plans
31 October 2009
UAE: Alumco Group wins contract to supply facades to Meena Plaza Project in Abu Dhabi
31 October 2009
UAE: Samsung wins USD1.2 bln fertilizer plant order from a subsidiary of ADNOC
31 October 2009
UAE: Construction on the Paradise Lakes Towers is progressing at a tremendous pace in Ajman
27 October 2009
UAE: UAE spends USD26 bln to reinforce its position as a global logistics hub
26 October 2009
UAE: Steel prices see overall decline of 7-17 pct in Abu Dhabi
26 October 2009
UAE: Bid deadline set as 5th November for contract on USD900 mln JV industrial gas scheme
26 October 2009
UAE: DP World takes delivery of 15 new cranes at its Jeddah facility
25 October 2009
UAE: Khorfakkan takes delivery of two more container gantries as part of the ongoing expansion
22 October 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Ship Building delivers two SeaKeeper landing crafts to Royal Bahrain Naval Force
22 October 2009
UAE: Taqa & Gazprom of Russia in Dutch gas project, storage site expected to open in 2013
22 October 2009
UAE: Firms line up for USD150 mln Abu Dhabi nitrogen pipeline deal
22 October 2009
UAE: Al-Naboodah wins more work at Dubai International Airport
22 October 2009
UAE: Roads & Transport Authority considers public-private partnership model for future rail projects
21 October 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel in talks to acquire Shadeed of Oman, final deal expected by November end
21 October 2009
UAE: USD21 bln worth of EPC projects to be awarded in the coming 6-9 months : Technip
21 October 2009
UAE: Emaar may cancel 13 high-rise Burj Dubai towers
20 October 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi set to tender USD6.8 bln airport terminal by year end
20 October 2009
UAE: Conares Metal Supply to start new operations in Q1-2010
19 October 2009
UAE: French engineering firm Alstom sees growth in urban transport projects in the Middle East
19 October 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi delays 340-km tram study tender
19 October 2009
UAE: Two firms submit bids for USD150 mln fuel storage project
19 October 2009
UAE: Steel prices increase again by up to 14 pct
18 October 2009
UAE: Amana to construct newspaper production facility for Gulf News at Dubai Investments Park
18 October 2009
UAE: Bohler Welding of Germany launches its regional operations from Jebel Ali Free Zone
17 October 2009
UAE: To expand its presence in the MENA region, Metinvest opens offices in Jebel Ali and Tunis
17 October 2009
UAE: Dana, Crescent plan USD60 bln gas city in Iraq
17 October 2009
UAE: Bids in for expansion of Vopak Horizons oil terminal in Fujairah
15 October 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi prepares to take on the global steel titans
14 October 2009
UAE: Pearl Dubai achieves a key construction milestone with the installation of rafts on 3 towers
13 October 2009
UAE: Steel bar prices down 5.6 pct compared to the last week of September
12 October 2009
UAE: First Energy to tender USD1.2bn deal to build polysilicon plant
12 October 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel finds backers for extension
12 October 2009
UAE: Emirates Aluminum awards Amana cast house offices & service buildings contract
11 October 2009
UAE: Mall of the Emirates expansion
to boast second glass dome
8 October 2009
UAE: Emirates to tender USD8 bln rail network, to invite bids in 2010
8 October 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to upgrade 100-kilometre gas pipeline network, delays bidding deadline
8 October 2009
UAE: Eversendai expects increase in net profits YoY backed by recent contracts the Middle East
8 October 2009
UAE: Al Ghurair to double steel capacity at its Abu Dhabi plant to 400,000 tons a year by 2011
7 October 2009
UAE: Drydocks World – Graha delivers Jack-Up Drilling Rig Hull L202 to Saipem
7 October 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Ship Building completes latest workboat with 74 more vessels on order
7 October 2009
UAE: Gulf Marine Services designs self-propelled self elevating jack-up barge
7 October 2009
UAE: Al Ghurair seeks protection from steel dumping
7 October 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries in final stages to fully acquire Omani Shadeed Iron & Steel Co.
7 October 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel eyes rails production to supply material for the USD8.2 bln national rail project
6 October 2009
UAE: Majid Al-Futtaim to add as many as 10 malls over 5 years in the MENA region
6 October 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel to sign loan extension to its USD700 mln bridging loan
6 October 2009
UAE: Firms line up for upgrading key gas distribution infrastructure in Abu Dhabi
6 October 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries to almost double output to 3 mln tons per year by Q1-2011
5 October 2009
UAE: Hadeed Emirates Contracting wins contract to expand Zamil Steel in RAK
4 October 2009
UAE: Dutch gas storage project partners seek exit because of disagreements with partner TAQA
3 October 2009
UAE: One mln sft. central production facility is progressing on schedule: National Fire Fighting Mfg.
3 October 2009
UAE: Exterior cladding work for Burj Dubai completed
3 October 2009
UAE: Export prices of Chinese structural steel drop further
1 October 2009
UAE: Work on new countrywide rail network could start by end-2010
1 October 2009
UAE: Etihad Railways Co. to invest USD8 bln to build a countrywide rail network spread over 1100-kms
1 October 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel increases output and sales in the third quarter
30 September 2009
UAE: Qualitest introduces High End Closed Loop Micro / Macro Vickers Hardness tester QV-4500
30 September 2009
UAE: UAE leads in GCC region for investment
in real estate sector
29 September 2009
UAE: Fairstar Heavy Transport awarded contract by Saipem to transport jack-up rig
28 September 2009
UAE: Saipem awards contract for transport the jack-up rig to Fairstar Heavy
27 September 2009
UAE: Onyx Heavy Ind. acquires 93.75 pct stake in Ceylon Heavy from S. Korean Doosan Group
26 September 2009
UAE: Healthy growth in the construction sector to boost steel consumption to 15 mln tons by 2012
26 September 2009
UAE:  Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. awards USD218 mln rig deal to Chinese firm
26 September 2009
UAE: Vallourec of Paris acquires DPAL FZCO, a well established supplier of drill pipes
24 September 2009
UAE: Fabtech records robust 24 pct growth despite economic downturn
23 September 2009
UAE: Import prices of steel likely to slide as China cuts export rates
22 September 2009
UAE: Construction machinery sector continues to face low sales amid slowdown
22 September 2009
UAE: Dana Group to Expand into Indian Steel Market
22 September 2009
UAE: The future of Al Imlaq tower - a 224-storey skyscraper in limbo
19 September 2009
UAE: Al-Futtaim and Aldar to build the largest IKEA store in Middle East on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
17 September 2009
UAE: NASDAQ Dubai Announcement - Voluntary Delisting Notice of Boulder Steel Limited
17 September 2009
UAE: Domestic construction sector is still leading the GCC with a total value of around USD900 bln
17 September 2009
UAE: Eships Oldendorff to double tonnage of iron ore to Emirates Steel plant
17 September 2009
UAE: ADNOC receives technical proposals for its two EPC contacts worth USD1bn
17 September 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Oil Refining Co. seeks interest to build fuel storage tanks
16 September 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi delays Shah sour gas development bidding by 2 months after pressure from potential bidders
16 September 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi in plans for a USD3.5 bln, 224-story skyscraper, the tallest structure in the world
15 September 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel to complete due diligence in one month to acquire 100 pct of a company in the Gulf
15 September 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel signs USD474m deal with Danieli for construction of phase II-B
15 September 2009
UAE: Rig manufacturer, Lamprell bags three separate contracts worth USD52 mln
15 September 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi reviews consultancy bids for its 131-kilometre metro rail system
14 September 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel extends USD700 mln bridge loan until end of September
14 September 2009
UAE: Government delays awarding USD41 billion nuclear power station contract
14 September 2009
UAE: Boulder Steel announces withdrawal of securities from secondary listing on NASDAQ Dubai
13 September 2009
UAE: Arabian Oasis Ind. manufactures worlds thickest SS dished head using cold spinning process
12 September 2009
UAE: Gulf Marine receives hull for the first of two new self-propelled jackup barges
12 September 2009
UAE: UAE still has rebar stock that was imported last year
10 September 2009
UAE: Sharjah Gascities Ltd. signs agreement to develop energy clusters in Yemen
10 September 2009
UAE: Musanada invites bids for a contract to build football stadium at Baniyas City in Abu Dhabi
10 September 2009
UAE: ADNOC sets an October bid deadline for Shah gas pipeline deal
9 September 2009
UAE: Amana to Construct Lulu Mall & Hypermarket Extension in Fujairah
9 September 2009
UAE: UAE says the process is still ongoing for nuclear power plant deal
9 September 2009
UAE: Arabian Construction Co. wins contract to build 124 floors tower worth USD397 mln
8 September 2009
UAE: Traders stop or reduce their debar imports from Turkey on estimates of further drop in prices
8 September 2009
UAE: DEWA delays USD1.5 bln Hassyan tender closing date
3 September 2009
UAE: Steel output growth may slow on credit curb
3 September 2009
UAE: Fujairah Port awards contract to Nico International to expand oil product handling
3 September 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel capacity reaches 2m tons, appoints ArcelorMittals ex-boss as CEO
3 September 2009
UAE: Traders stop or reduce imports of rebars from Turkey expecting a decline in prices
3 September 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel to tap markets for USD600 mln in Q1-2010 to fund expansion and consolidate debt
3 September 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi enters talks over Habshan gas recovery project
1 September 2009
UAE: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to establish strategic business development office in Abu Dhabi
31 August 2009
UAE: Consultancy contract for Abu Dhabi metro project nears
30 August 2009
UAE: Taweelah–Fujairah Gas Pipeline reaches its first milestone
30 August 2009
UAE: Steel fabrication specialist, MeFab opens in Industrial City
30 August 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel to extend USD700 mln loan for expansion of its Mussafah steel plant
29 August 2009
UAE: Opportunity to secure EPC contracts has been limited during H1-2009: Lamprell
29 August 2009
UAE: Drydocks World inaugurates the advanced 6000-tonne ship lift facility
27 August 2009
UAE: Rebar prices rise despite slow demand
24 August 2009
UAE: Taqa, Gazprom agree on Dutch gas storage project
23 August 2009
UAE: Steel prices increase slightly in July over June
23 August 2009
UAE: SEDD signs contract with Haifa Industrial for manufacture of gas cylinders
23 August 2009
UAE: Taweelah-to-Fujairah gas pipeline project back on track after delays earlier in 2009
20 August 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Mar to eye marine operations unit of ThyssenKrupp
17 August 2009
UAE: Dolphin Energy to finish building a cross-country gas pipeline by Q3-2010
17 August 2009
UAE: ADNOC prequalifies 10 contractors for its USD10 bln Shah gas development project
16 August 2009
UAE: EMKE Group plans USD1 bln expansion for its retail stores across the Gulf region
16 August 2009
UAE: Global liquidity crisis still grips the construction sector limiting awarding of new tenders
13 August 2009
UAE: Mammut Contracting wins civil defence project
13 August 2009
UAE: DP World subsidiary takes delivery of cranes for its Vietnam container terminal
13 August 2009
UAE: End to retendering and renegotiation of contracts in sight for construction sector: Analysts
12 August 2009
UAE: Aabar in conjunction with five German firms plans vehicle & engine mfg. plants in Algeria
11 August 2009
UAE: Amana Steel enjoys better growth during H1-09 compared to the same period last year
10 August 2009
UAE: Rebar hits November 2008 peak price, analysts predict it could be temporary
10 August 2009
UAE: Piling work of Burj Al Alam to utilise 58000 cubic metres of concrete and 5000 tons of steel
9 August 2009
UAE: Rebar hits November 2008 peak price for the first time since February this year
9 August 2009
UAE: Limitless evaluating bids for the contract to design and build a light railway system
6 August 2009
UAE: Power shortage forces RAK Steel to reduce its output by 15 pct
4 August 2009
UAE: Building material firms continue to post losses & do not expect positive growth until year end
4 August 2009
UAE: Local steel prices hit by dumping from Turkish manufacturers: RAK Steel
4 August 2009
UAE: International rail regulators invited to draft standards for country wide rail network
3 August 2009
UAE: Dolphin Energy refinances debt for Taweelah-Fujairah Pipeline
2 August 2009
UAE: Technip of France wins deal to design the second phase of Abu Dhabi oil pipeline
2 August 2009
UAE: French companies in fierce bid to build civil nuclear reactors
1 August 2009
UAE: First phase of Abu Dhabi tram system to be ready by 2014
29 July 2009
UAE: Study predicts construction sector recovery in 2010
29 July 2009
UAE: Lamprell delays projects as slowdown hits demand for newbuild jack-up rigs
29 July 2009
UAE: Canadian Gulf Construction Co. secures contract for erection of the new Dubai Autism Center building
28 July 2009
UAE: GASCO to tender EPC contracts for two gas pipelines in Abu Dhabi
27 July 2009
UAE: Murray & Roberts, Al Habtoor JV wins Abu Dhabi hotel contract
26 July 2009
UAE: Analysts predict stability in steel prices to continue in the short-term
26 July 2009
UAE: Qatar International Cable Co. awards Amana a construction contract for factory at Messaieed
26 July 2009
UAE: Dubai based Bukhatir Group launches its USD5 billion Tunis Sports City
25 July 2009
UAE: Major investments in pipeline for new and expansion of shopping malls in Sharjah
22 July 2009
UAE: Industry says steel demand witnessing a slight revival, liquidity still remains a prime concern
22 July 2009
UAE: Financing for Dolphin Energy gas pipeline between Qatar and the UAE on track
22 July 2009
UAE: National Petroleum Construction Co. submits lowest bid for replacing Abu Dhabi oil pipeline
21 July 2009
UAE: Dubai set to open the worlds largest single cut and bend rebar plant at Techno Park in Jebel Ali
20 July 2009
UAE: Chicago Bridge & Iron wins USD530 mln storage tank contract from GASCO
20 July 2009
UAE: Adnoc-ConocoPhillips of USA finalize JV to develop Shah Gas field
20 July 2009
UAE: Investors eye petroleum, energy and infrastructure development in Rwanda
18 July 2009
UAE: Petrofac awarded USD2.1 bln Abu Dhabi integrated gas development contract
18 July 2009
UAE: ADGAS awards USD1 bn Integrated Gas Development contract to Hyundai Heavy
18 July 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi awards USD9.2bn contracts to set up integrated gas systems projects
16 July 2009
UAE: Dubai World Trade Centre extension on fast track for exhibition season
16 July 2009
UAE: Cable manufacturer Ducab plans setting up a plant in Qatar
16 July 2009
UAE: Chinese steel prices come closer to Middle East reality
16 July 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi receives bids for transport contract
15 July 2009
UAE: No signs of new jack-up rig orders for next two years: Maritime Industrial Services
14 July 2009
UAE: Mubadala invites nine groups to bid for USD1.36bn Cleveland Clinic in Abu Dhabi
13 July 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi opens bidding on key oil and gas projects
12 July 2009
UAE: Steel & cement prices slip in June as crisis bites realty sector
12 July 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel asks banks to extend USD700m loan by further 9 months
11 July 2009
UAE: UAE plans to build a countrywide network of railways
9 July 2009
UAE: Steel imports decline 75 pct on lower demand y-o-y
8 July 2009
UAE: Dubai revisits underwater hotel plan
8 July 2009
UAE: Department of Civil Aviation invites tenders for Concourse-3 engineering work
8 July 2009
UAE: Three firms bid for nuclear power plant deal
8 July 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Ports Co. awards major contract to Al Habtoor Leighton
8 July 2009
UAE: Emirates Sunland Group confirms construction underway for Palazzo Versace Dubai
8 July 2009
UAE: ADNOC awards USD402m natural gas development contract
7 July 2009
UAE: Italian electrical steel processing firm Legnano Teknoelectric to set up facility in JAFZA
7 July 2009
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services delivers newbuild jack-up rig to SeaWolf
5 July 2009
UAE: Borouge awards USD1.075 billion contract for ethane cracker in Abu Dhabi to The Linde Group
4 July 2009
UAE: Shandong Lu Steel appoints Noble International as the authorized seller of its products in the M.E
1 July 2009
UAE: Amana wins contract from AOFT of Oman to construct fabrication workshop at Rusayl
1 July 2009
UAE: UAE wins bid to host International Renewable Energy Agency HQ
30 June 2009
UAE: Dubai Investments plans building warehouses for its subsidiary pharmaceuticals mfgr. Globalpharma
30 June 2009
UAE: Al-Fahim Group to build USD409 mln Abu Dhabi mall
30 June 2009
UAE: Adma-Opco confirms USD402m offshore deal to NPCC
30 June 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi plans Olympic stadium at Mina Zayed in JV with The John Buck Company of the US
28 June 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel on an aggressive expansion plan covering inward investment and acquisitions
27 June 2009
UAE: Horizon Terminals to spend USD250m on expansion in next two years
25 June 2009
UAE: Mott MacDonald wins consultancy services contract for chemical storage terminal
25 June 2009
UAE: Low demand forces steel pipe producers ADPICO to operate at 60 pct capacity utilization
25 June 2009
UAE: Lamprell delivers USD112 mln heavy duty vessel used to install wind energy turbines to Seajacks
24 June 2009
UAE: SteelFab 2010, for manufacturing and steel fabrication industry to kick off next January
24 June 2009
UAE: Grandweld secures three vessel order from Humaid Badir Marine Shipping
24 June 2009
UAE: Adnoc signed EPC contract with NPCC for IGD project worth USD402 mln
23 June 2009
UAE: Emaar to build the worlds tallest tower, which will stand at more than 1km high
23 June 2009
UAE: ADSB starts works on steel landing craft being built for the Royal Bahrain Naval Forces
23 June 2009
UAE: UAE and South Korea signed agreement for co-operation in nuclear energy for twenty years
23 June 2009
UAE: Proclad to delay initial public offering in Dubai and plans USD300 mln expansion in UAE
23 June 2009
UAE: Drydocks World-Dubai installs Grounding Avoidance System on BP Shipping oil tanker
22 June 2009
UAE: Hyundai Heavy sets off final offshore oil production platform for Umm Shaif project
22 June 2009
UAE: Contractors say margins have fallen by 50 percent
21 June 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries aims to increase market share in Iraq
21 June 2009
UAE: Local ETA Ascon replaces Kharafi National on Dubai airport MEP contract worth USD435mln
20 June 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries opening of phase one expansion worth AED9bln
20 June 2009
UAE: Hyundai Heavy Industries to set production platform for Abu-Dhabis Umm Shaif project
18 June 2009
UAE: Dubai airports suggests alternative to Purple Line of Dubai Metro
18 June 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries set to invest Dh6 bln for the second phase of its UAE plant expansion
18 June 2009
UAE: Doosan to deliver evaporator No. 1 for Shuweihat S2 water desalination plant
18 June 2009
UAE: International firms compete for offshore pipeline contract in the Emirates
16 June 2009
UAE: Steel prices fallen over past year; but whats the future in the Middle East?
13 June 2009
UAE: Dubai considers central terminal to provide 52-kilometre-long rail links to airports
13 June 2009
UAE: SS Lootah to manufacture plant which will fabricate and assemble gas infrastructure equipment
11 June 2009
UAE: Middle East Foundation eyes contracts worth Dh1 bln across GCC
11 June 2009
UAE: Topaz completes first milestone activity of Fujairah terminal project
10 June 2009
UAE: Nakheel further pushed back work on 1km high Nakheel Tower project
9 June 2009
UAE: Demand for local steel increased as Government reintroduces 5pct customs duty on steel products
9 June 2009
UAE: Al Jaber invites subcontractors to prequalify for airport work by June 18
9 June 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi invites international companies to bid for its Taweelah C project by year-end
8 June 2009
UAE: Liebherr to position 72-tonne steel shrouds in the construction of Abu Dhabis bridge
7 June 2009
UAE: Dewa to set closing date for bids to build 120-mln-gallon Ghafat reservoir worth USD108mln
6 June 2009
UAE: Contractors invited to bid for construction work on on Saadiyat island by 10 June
4 June 2009
UAE: Drydocks World installs advanced grounding avoidance system on BP shipping vessel
4 June 2009
UAE: RAK Steel to expand production capacity by 50 percent
3 June 2009
UAE: Stromek bags Dh5.6 mln contract from Damac to carry out piling work at Burjside
2 June 2009
UAE: Al-Habtoor Leighton secures work in Riyadh with Al-Rajhi Projects & Construction
2 June 2009
UAE: Work at Abu Dhabi Yas Marina project nearing completion
1 June 2009
UAE: Masdar connects 10 MW power plant to Abu Dhabis electricity grid
1 June 2009
UAE: Contenders in Burj Al Alam bid rise to eight
1 June 2009
UAE: Contractors bid for Abu Dhabi metro project
1 June 2009
UAE: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority invites tenders for construction projects
1 June 2009
UAE: Construction materials price drop not helping contractors
30 May 2009
UAE: Tekla Model Competition brings out iconic structures built on BIM
30 May 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi prequalifies six contractors to construct pumping station
30 May 2009
UAE: Danube Building Materials plans to invest Dh80mln in Saudi Arabian mega projects
28 May 2009
UAE: Construction industry see developers change contracts to reduce cost
28 May 2009
UAE: Contractors invited to prequalify for the major construction of Masdar project
28 May 2009
UAE: Taweelah-Fujeirah gas Pipeline construction set to complete by end of 2010
28 May 2009
UAE: Construction giant Al Habtoor eyes Kuwait and North Africa for building contracts
28 May 2009
UAE: Construction of the worlds largest smelter to be 50pct complete
27 May 2009
UAE: Capital Gate to reach 100m height & expected to lean 18 degrees, supported by steel struts
27 May 2009
UAE: Engineering and design for second phase EMAL to start this year
27 May 2009
UAE: Raw materials prices begin to revive in Emirates
23 May 2009
UAE: Majid Al Futtaim receives contract to construct Mirdiff City Center-Bound Bridges
23 May 2009
UAE: Firms submit bids for Abu Dhabi civil defence centre
21 May 2009
UAE: Steel traders resume steel imports as stocks decline
21 May 2009
UAE: Gasco to invite tenders to upgrade Abu Dhabi gas processing and distribution infrastructure
19 May 2009
UAE: Emirates shortlists three groups to build the first nuclear power plant
19 May 2009
UAE: Drydocks World expands yard space to handle supertanker-size vessels
19 May 2009
UAE: Turkish rebar prices decrease in the local market
19 May 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi set to award USD7bn worth of construction contracts this year
19 May 2009
UAE: Four firms enter into an alliance with European energy exploration majors worth USD8 bln
18 May 2009
UAE: Future expansion of Dubai Metro will depend on the economic situation of the region: RTA
16 May 2009
UAE: Target Engg. wins various contracts from Emirates Aluminium
14 May 2009
UAE: Two Abu Dhabi firms to invest USD2 bln in Morocco power projects
14 May 2009
UAE: IPIC to delay 320 kilometre Hormuz bypass line by 2 yrs
13 May 2009
UAE: Masdar to be part of a consortium that will build the worlds biggest offshore wind farm in UK
13 May 2009
UAE: First phase of 42.5-km Abu Dhabi Metro rail to be operational by 2015
13 May 2009
UAE: Sharjah to set up seven special zones for small and medium enterprises
12 May 2009
UAE: Steel industry show to make debut at Expo Centre Sharjah
11 May 2009
UAE: Steel prices increase to USD500 per ton in April
9 May 2009
UAE: Arkan Building decides to cancel the Industrial Park development amidst losses
9 May 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding profit tumbles 62 pct in Q1-09
7 May 2009
UAE: MIS delivers newbuild offshore jackup drilling rig built for Mosvold ahead of schedule
7 May 2009
UAE: Lamprell delivers newly completed jackup rig Offshore Freedom to Scorpion
7 May 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to invite tenders for construction of 30 light rail routes in the next 2 months
7 May 2009
UAE: International Petroleum Investment Co. pipeline to avoid Hormuz
6 May 2009
UAE: MIS completes keel laying and steel-cutting for two rig hulls
6 May 2009
UAE: Lamprell moves ahead with expansion plans despite uncertain market conditions
6 May 2009
UAE: Masdar begins talks with ADNOC on fair price for carbon capture project
5 May 2009
UAE: Dolphin to split Taweelah-Fujairah pipeline deal
4 May 2009
UAE: Enoc subsidiary Horizon and Taeyoung Industries inaugurate chemical terminals in Korea
4 May 2009
UAE: Outlook for real estate market remains negative amid project delays: Markaz
4 May 2009
UAE: Boulder Steel decides to close down its Seamless Tube Finishing Plant project in Sharjah
4 May 2009
UAE: One kilometer tall tower to be delayed until the market changes
4 May 2009
UAE: First metro line to link downtown Abu Dhabi
4 May 2009
UAE: MEP contractor Kharafi National of Kuwait exits Dubai airport deal
3 May 2009
UAE: ArcelorMittal sees evidence of new demand for steel in the Middle East market
30 April 2009
UAE: DEWA expects 25 pct lower project costs due to a drop in steel and other material prices
30 April 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. awards USD818 mln EPC contract to SK Engg. of S. Korea
28 April 2009
UAE: Scorpion Intrepid docks at Lamprell yard inside Hamriyah Free Zone
28 April 2009
UAE: Al Jaber Engg. wins major contract to build Concourse-3 at Dubai International Airport
28 April 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to launch consultancy tender to work on its 340km tram line within the next 2 months
27 April 2009
UAE: Bids in for Downtown Jebel Ali transport system
26 April 2009
UAE: Concourse 3 to be completed by 2011 at the Dubai International Airport
26 April 2009
UAE: Drydocks World delivers the worlds largest multi-purpose Offshore Construction Vessel
25 April 2009
UAE: Rebar prices increase marginally due to non-availability of stocks
23 April 2009
UAE: Local contractor Alec is frontrunner for USD1.3bn Dubai airport concourse-3 deal
22 April 2009
UAE: Fundamental challenges ahead for the industrial sector: Dubai Chamber of Commerce
22 April 2009
UAE: Global Investment House of Kuwait predicts UAE economy to rebound in 2010
22 April 2009
UAE: RAK Properties delays projects worth USD1.1bn
21 April 2009
UAE: Drydocks World to showcase its global expertise at leading asian maritime show Sea Asia 2009
21 April 2009
UAE: Drydocks World to showcase its global expertise at leading asian maritime show Sea Asia 2009
20 April 2009
UAE: Main Rebar & Wire Rod producers and their production during the year 2008
19 April 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries (Abu Dhabi) expansion plans outlined
19 April 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to award USD11.2bn worth of contracts in 2009
19 April 2009
UAE: TAS Qatar awards Amana a district cooling plant contract at Barwa City
19 April 2009
UAE: Harsco wins contract for supplying scaffolding & formwork to support infrastructure projects in Gulf
19 April 2009
UAE: Hadeed Emirates wins construction contract for a cable manufacturing plant in RAK
19 April 2009
UAE: Department of Transport in Abu Dhabi orders 400 city and intercity buses from MAN Nutzfahrzeuge
18 April 2009
UAE: ESI awards Harsco Corp. services sector contract totaling more than USD50 mln
18 April 2009
UAE: RMMI seeks partners to finance USD1 bln rail link project & terminal to ship coal from Indonesia
18 April 2009
UAE: Sharp decline in bldg. material prices decrease construction costs of USD5 bln City of Arabia
16 April 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel in talks to sell stakes to GCC firms to support its expansion plans
16 April 2009
UAE: HMRT JV pulls out of USD1.3bn Dubai airport Concourse 3 deal
16 April 2009
UAE: Experts urge GCC to set up special bodies as they predict flooding of cheap steel imports in 2 yrs
16 April 2009
UAE: Union Iron & Steel starts rebar production in Abu Dhabi
15 April 2009
UAE: Dragon extends rig contract, scouting for an extra rig
15 April 2009
UAE: ESI domestic steel market share surges to 35 pct
15 April 2009
UAE: Qatar Steel to start production by next month at its new rebar mill in Jebel Ali
15 April 2009
UAE: Al Manara tower at Business Bay in its last leg of construction, structural steel works in progress
15 April 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel plans to raise production capacity to 6 mln tpy in next 5 years
14 April 2009
UAE: Steel dumping hurting domestic prices: Economy Minister
14 April 2009
UAE: Steel demand to have stabilized: ESI
14 April 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel plans to spend USD1 bln on acquisitions in Gulf region
13 April 2009
UAE: Arab Steel Summit covers impact on sector
13 April 2009
UAE: Enec prequalifies bidders for nuclear power plant, embarks on USD40 bln investment by 2020
12 April 2009
UAE: Dubai Investments Park joins hands with DEWA to construct 14 new power stations
12 April 2009
UAE: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority to tender USD5.98 bln power project in Sept.
11 April 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to select firms for nuclear reactors by year end
11 April 2009
UAE: Horizon Terminals to invest USD300 mln in the bulk petroleum products storage expansion
11 April 2009
UAE: Singaporean firms eye business deals worth USD6 billion in Mideast
11 April 2009
UAE: Siemens to build USD463 mln gas power plant in Abu Dhabi
8 April 2009
UAE: Kharafi National secures MEP works contract for Concourse 3 at Dubai International Airport
8 April 2009
UAE: Offshore fabricator Maritime Industrial says MENAdrill rigs on track
8 April 2009
UAE: Nakheel confirms cancellation of USD1 bln construction contract with S. Korean Samsung C&T
7 April 2009
UAE: Metro project on track, 44 trains arrive at Jebel Ali
7 April 2009
UAE: Steel inventory drops in region backed by healthy consumption: Macsteel
7 April 2009
UAE: Adyard Abu Dhabi completes construction of USD17 mln Qatargas LNG Loading module
6 April 2009
UAE: Local steel prod. can suffice the current demand as slowdown hits construction activity: Experts
5 April 2009
UAE: Firms submit bids for offshore gas processing platform at Umm Shaif oil & gas field in Abu Dhabi
5 April 2009
UAE: Dolphin Energy to retender USD418 mln Taweelah-Qidfa gas pipeline contract
5 April 2009
UAE: Industry experts predict life in construction sector backed by softening building materials prices
4 April 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi unveils surface transport master plan
2 April 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries commissions new plant to produce billets
1 April 2009
UAE: Federal government to expedite nuclear plan for its future energy requirements
1 April 2009
UAE: Industry welcomes the decision to reintroduce duty on steel & cement
31 March 2009
UAE: Petrofac signs USD2.2 billion EPC contract in Algeria
31 March 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi National Energy Co. to invest USD2.5 billion in Morocco and Tunisia
31 March 2009
UAE: Drilling rig manufacturer Lamprell updates on the new contracts awarded in 2009
30 March 2009
UAE: German MAN sells 70 pct in its industry firm Ferrostaal to Abu Dhabi
30 March 2009
UAE: Hadeed Emirates delivers 15 industrial establishments in 2008
30 March 2009
UAE: Rebar prices up in Abu Dhabi increase following scarcity in the supply of Turkish steel
30 March 2009
UAE: Five percent customs duty on steel, cement imports reintroduced almost after an year
30 March 2009
UAE: What are the repercussions of financial crisis on steel industry in the Arab region?
29 March 2009
UAE: Construction giant says USD528m deal cancelled
26 March 2009
UAE: Consortia line up for Abu Dhabi metro consultancy services
25 March 2009
UAE: RAK to float an intl. tender for construction of a 150km railway transport facility in Indonesia
25 March 2009
UAE: RAK Govt. wins license for construction & operation of a special purpose rail network in Indonesia
24 March 2009
UAE: HR coils and plates import prices in Dubai
24 March 2009
UAE: Horizon Singapore Terminals completes expansion of USD306 million bulk liquid storage terminal tanks
23 March 2009
UAE: Double track rail service built from Ruwais in Abu Dhabi to Fujairah gets approval
23 March 2009
UAE: Firms submit their prequalification documents for Ruwais refinery construction contract
23 March 2009
UAE: Qatar German Switchgear awards factory construction contract to Amana
23 March 2009
UAE: Firms line up for construction of a major offshore oil & gas production platform in Abu Dhabi
22 March 2009
UAE: Firms prepare to bid for Zakum pipeline work
22 March 2009
UAE: Keppel Seghers Engg. of Singapore awards contract for waste management center to Amana
22 March 2009
UAE: SK Engg. & Construction of S. Korea wins USD805 mln contract at Abu Dhabi oil field
19 March 2009
UAE: Swedish truck and bus manufacturer Scania to open an assembly plant in JAFZA
19 March 2009
UAE: Eta Melco gets elevator order for the 20-storey Champions Tower IV project
18 March 2009
UAE: Dubai and Abu Dhabi consider linking metro projects
18 March 2009
UAE: Drake & Scull secures Durrat al-Bahrain district cooling plant contract
18 March 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi metro consultancy services contract attracts major interest
14 March 2009
UAE: Horizon Terminals owned by ENOC to invest USD300 mln for expansion in Morocco and S. Korea
14 March 2009
UAE: Dubai imports more than 6 mln tons of steel rebars in 2008
12 March 2009
UAE: Stroytransgaz begins welding work on Taweelah-Fujairah gas pipeline
12 March 2009
UAE: UAE energy firm signs oil refinery deal to develop the Ras Lanuf oil refinery in Libya
11 March 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel contracts Harsco as the principal onsite service partner to its new EAF
10 March 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Gas Industries Co. delays bids for engineering work on its integrated gas project
10 March 2009
UAE: Dubai Export Development Corp. to boost exports by spreading its geographical presence
10 March 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel receives first shipment of iron oxide pellets
9 March 2009
UAE: Yas Island project in Abu Dhabi to meet its completion deadline despite global economic meltdown
8 March 2009
UAE: Lamprell delivers one of the first two MSC Gusto-designed jack-up units
5 March 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi firm resumes work on the USD5 bln Pakistani refinery
5 March 2009
UAE: Dubai Electricity & Water Authority to invest more than USD19 bln in new power & water facilities
5 March 2009
UAE: Lamprell delivers revamped Al-Ghallan jackup rig to National Drilling Co.
4 March 2009
UAE: UAE plans to execute projects worth USD918bn: International Monetary Fund
3 March 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi to invest USD24bn in the Khalifa Port and Industrial Zone
3 March 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi metro trains to start operations by 2016
3 March 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Ship Building wins contract to build 12 war ships for UAE Navy
2 March 2009
UAE: Arkan Building Materials reports huge loss backed by decline in the value of its steel inventory
2 March 2009
UAE: Demand for steel could drop by 35 pct in the region: DMCC
1 March 2009
UAE: Steel industry optimistic on massive bounce back in demand
28 February 2009
UAE: IPIC of Abu Dhabi sets up USD1.5bn shipping JV with Restis of Greece
26 February 2009
UAE: Dubai set to unveil Stimulus Plan to help struggling real estate, small & mid-sized businesses
26 February 2009
UAE: L&T bags Transmission & Distribution Sector orders worth USD231 mln
25 February 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi invites bids for a 131km metro project
25 February 2009
UAE: Maritime Industrial wins jackup rig refurbishment work worth USD5 million
25 February 2009
UAE: Industry calls for reimposing customs duty on steel to protect the interests of local manufacturers
24 February 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Ship Building wins USD125 mln deal to supply 34 interceptor vessels
24 February 2009
UAE: USD2 billion carbon capture and storage project delayed to late next year
23 February 2009
UAE: RAK Steel postpones planned capacity expansion
22 February 2009
UAE: J Ray McDermott wins USD1.2bn Saudi Aramco contract for the platforms & pipelines package
19 February 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi calls for feasibility study bids on metro and rail project
18 February 2009
UAE: Cargo rail lines under study in Dubai to ease traffic congestion
18 February 2009
UAE: DEWA delays USD8.6bn power plant; in talks with European banks to arrange financing
17 February 2009
UAE: Steel demand projected to drop by 50 pct due to slowdown in the construction sector
17 February 2009
UAE: ADNOC to invite bids for gas project worth billions of dollars in next 2 years
15 February 2009
UAE: Standard Supplies Taps Vela Systems and Tekla to Implement RFID Tracking for Fabricated Steel
12 February 2009
UAE: Metro Purple Line complete design, awaits approval to go ahead on construction
12 February 2009
UAE: Emirates Industrial Cities awards deal to start construction on the first phase of Warehouses City
12 February 2009
UAE: RAK STEEL receives CARES Certificate of Approval
11 February 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries implements integrated SAP business information system
9 February 2009
UAE: Developers renegotiate contracts as construction costs fall by 71 pct in Dubai
8 February 2009
UAE: Thiess Services Middle East signs 15-yrs waste management contract with the Abu Dhabi Govt.
8 February 2009
UAE: 52 pct of construction projects suspended
7 February 2009
UAE: Grandweld wins contract to build vessel for CGGVeritas of France
7 February 2009
UAE: Boulder Steel puts its Sharjah Seamless Tube Finishing Plant Project on hold
4 February 2009
UAE: USD263 billion worth of real estate projects have been delayed or cancelled: Morgan Stanley
4 February 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel to start its new billet plant paving way to become the first integrated steel plant
3 February 2009
UAE: Emirates Aluminium smelter plans on schedule
3 February 2009
UAE: Contracts awarded plummets by 85 pct in the final quarter of 2008
2 February 2009
UAE: Drop in steel prices in wake of crisis decreases construction costs by 30 pct
2 February 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding profits nearly quadrupled in 2008
2 February 2009
UAE: Birdair completes construction supervision of S3 Cricket stadium construction in Dubai Sports City
2 February 2009
UAE: Projects worth USD75 bln on hold or cancelled, says HSBC
1 February 2009
UAE: 1500 new firms to start operating at Hamriyah Free Zone this year
1 February 2009
UAE: US-based Peddinghaus, mfgr. of structural steel machines, sales in Gulf increase by 14 pct in 2008
1 February 2009
UAE: Tender for Federal Railway Project to be floated in 2015
1 February 2009
UAE: Temsa Global, manufacturer of buses, coaches and light vehicles, opens factory in Egypt
1 February 2009
UAE: Oil & Steel of Italy supplies new truck mounted access platforms to Dubai
31 January 2009
UAE: Schön Business Park to use 8175 tons of steel upon completion, surges ahead despite slowdown
31 January 2009
UAE: MIS cuts steel on first of two MENAdrill offshore jackup drilling rigs
29 January 2009
UAE: Preliminary works start on phase one of Al Sufouh tram project
28 January 2009
UAE: UAE industrial enterprises increase by 39 pct
28 January 2009
UAE: ADCO awards USD3 bln contracts for SAS project
28 January 2009
UAE: Steel bridge work begins to link Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre and Marina Zone
27 January 2009
UAE: Steel demand expected to fall by over 30 pct due to slowdown: Emirates Steel Industries
27 January 2009
UAE: Lamprell Sharjah announces its trading update for the year 2008
26 January 2009
UAE: Parsons and Systra win Dubai Metro green line extension deal
26 January 2009
UAE: KEF Holdings plans units in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar and India
25 January 2009
UAE: Roads & Transport Authority completes viaduct precast works of Dubai Metro
25 January 2009
UAE: Steel prices plunge by 38 pct in December 2009 due to slow construction activity
25 January 2009
UAE: UAE ranks top receiver of Chinese steel exports to Middle East in 2008
24 January 2009
UAE: MASDAR to develop world class Carbon Capture and Storage network in Abu Dhabi
24 January 2009
UAE: Danube opens new facilities to provide diversified range of building materials to the regional market
24 January 2009
UAE: International firms feel access to Iraq and Iran can boost their business in the region
22 January 2009
UAE: Companies cancel orders to renegotiate prices of construction materials
22 January 2009
UAE: Work suspended at USD450m Exhibition City project in Dubai
21 January 2009
UAE: Thule finalises rig work at the MIS yard in Sharjah
21 January 2009
UAE: Dubai signs USD16 billion deal to develop oil and gas infrastructure in Nigeria
21 January 2009
UAE: Masdar may quit London Array, a project to build offshore wind farm
20 January 2009
UAE: Tekla Middle East at SteelFab Sharjah
20 January 2009
UAE: Emirates Steel to seek USD2 bln in long term financing to expand its Taweelah based steel facility
19 January 2009
UAE: Chinese steel companies consider Plan B in case domestic business climate turns bearish
17 January 2009
UAE: Global financial crisis translates into lower construction costs for City of Arabia
17 January 2009
UAE: Iconic Capital Gate of Abu Dhabi uses diagrid technology to consume less structural steel
15 January 2009
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services loads out its third newbuild offshore jackup drilling rig
15 January 2009
UAE: Emirates Aluminium smelter remains on schedule
14 January 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi National Energy Co. expresses interest in investing in wind power & energy sector
14 January 2009
UAE: Majid Al Futtaim Group to build Fujairah City Centre
13 January 2009
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services launches third new-build offshore jack-up drilling rig
12 January 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Airports Co. shortlists 2 firms for passenger terminal
12 January 2009
UAE: IPIC of Abu Dhabi to acquire 70 pct stake in the German industrial group MAN Ferrostaal
12 January 2009
UAE: TAQA to develop biggest underground gas storage facility in the Netherlands
12 January 2009
UAE: DWC has been secured with fences and gates costing Dh26m
11 January 2009
UAE: Three construction companies in frame for airport contract worth USD6.8 bln
11 January 2009
UAE: Nakheel lays foundation for two of its biggest electrical substations at Waterfront
8 January 2009
UAE: Experts predict infrastructure development & housing to boost UAE steel demand in 2009
6 January 2009
UAE: Dubai Investment Properties unveils luxury Sunset Mall
6 January 2009
UAE: Gulf Navigation takes delivery of new tanker built by Hyundai Mipo Dockyard in S. Korea
6 January 2009
UAE: Steel prices in Dubai projected to decline by 10-15 pct in early 2009
6 January 2009
UAE: Helios-SinoGulf JV to tap growth in demand for warehousing and logistics services in the region
5 January 2009
UAE: Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Co. awards EPC contract for potable water
3 January 2009
UAE: Current steel prices indicate market may have reached rock bottom in November
3 January 2009
UAE: Work on advanced corvettes for UAE Navy progressing fast at Abu Dhabi Ship Building
3 January 2009
UAE: Construction activity falls by 85 pct in 12 months as projects fail to secure funding
31 December 2008
UAE: Dubai rebar demand very slow, stocks being sold for re-export to Iran & Iraq
30 December 2008
UAE: Shipping firms not expanding their fleet even as falling prices make new builds more affordable
30 December 2008
UAE: Gulf Metal Craft signs agreements to supply sheet metal products for projects in the UAE
27 December 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi Shipbuilding builds last of six Navy corvettes for UAE Navy
27 December 2008
UAE: Department of Planning & Economy reports 35 pct drop in Steel prices during November
25 December 2008
UAE: Steel construction firm Yongnam of Singapore in talks with the Abu Dhabi govt. for new projects
25 December 2008
UAE: Manufacturing sector remains strong in UAE: Experts
25 December 2008
UAE: Thule of Norway sells rigs to Royal Oyster of Dubai
25 December 2008
UAE: Gaussin SA of France plans to set up a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in JV with DII
24 December 2008
UAE: Shipbuilding & repair firms struggle to find more space to expand their operations & meet demand
24 December 2008
UAE: Al Jazeera Steel Products Co. of Oman begins trading on Dubai Financial Market
20 December 2008
UAE: Emirates Trading Agency ties up with Oman Shipping Co. to acquire three VLCCs
18 December 2008
UAE: Al Jazeera Steel of Oman to be listed on Dubai Financial Market from December 18, 2008
17 December 2008
UAE: DMCC expects to trade 60,000 tonnes of steel at the exchange by the end of 2008
16 December 2008
UAE: Emirates Steel to go ahead with its expansion plans despite slowdown
16 December 2008
UAE: Over 40 industrial units to be set up in new Al Ain Industrial Park
15 December 2008
UAE: DMCC Steel Club established to foster business opportunities and information exchange
14 December 2008
UAE: Al Habtoor Engineering wins contract to build Concourse 3 at Dubai International Airport
11 December 2008
UAE: CNPC & IPIC Sign EPC contract of crude oil pipeline project
11 December 2008
UAE: Construction work commences at the Warehouses City set within Emirates Industrial City in Sharjah
11 December 2008
UAE: Construction costs to fall 10 pct backed by fall in steel prices
10 December 2008
UAE: UAE seeks Japans help to develop nuclear power plants
6 December 2008
UAE: A steep 70 pct drop in steel prices since July push traders into heavy loses
6 December 2008
UAE: Dubai consumes 2 million tons more steel in 2007 than 2006
4 December 2008
UAE: Massive construction projects keep steel demand strong
3 December 2008
UAE: Dubai Airports call for scrapping the current plan for Purple line of the Dubai Metro
30 November 2008
UAE: Arkan of Abu Dhabi & Urbina of Spain create new JV to manufacture and supply scaffolding
30 November 2008
UAE: Beton Costruzioni of Italy to produce pre-fabricated, pre-stressed industrial buildings
27 November 2008
UAE: 83 steelmakers from all over the world apply for product conformity certificate at DCL
27 November 2008
UAE: ADPICO embarks on Euro 65 mln expansion plan
27 November 2008
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries gets product conformity certificate from Dubai Central Laboratory
27 November 2008
UAE: National Petroleum Construction Co. to invest USD700 mln into expanding its fleet of vessels, cranes
26 November 2008
UAE: Significant portion of unexecuted projects to be shelved: Moodys
26 November 2008
UAE: ETA Ascon Star Group forays into Steel Manufacturing
25 November 2008
UAE: Corus reviewing Mideast growth plans amid global economic slowdown
25 November 2008
UAE: Construction steel demand tumbles in the domestic market
25 November 2008
UAE: Mammut set to double capacity by next year, announces two key appointments
23 November 2008
UAE: Amana to construct LuLu Hypermarket in Dibba
23 November 2008
UAE: Dubai Maritime City begins earth works for first-of-its-kind yacht repair facility in Middle East
23 November 2008
UAE: Danube to invest in Bahraini steel industry
22 November 2008
UAE: Masdar picks Mustang Engineering for front-end engineering and design services
20 November 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services set to deliver the first offshore jack-up drilling rig
20 November 2008
UAE: Lamprell wins USD14.8 mln Ensco rig job contract
20 November 2008
UAE: Nakheel extends closing date for tower proposals
20 November 2008
UAE: RAK Steel receives ISO 9001:2000 certification
20 November 2008
UAE: UAE steel projects
20 November 2008
UAE: UAE becomes manufacturer and exporter of European quality buses
20 November 2008
UAE: Dubai Sports City invites firms to express interest in the main construction package for Arena Mall
19 November 2008
UAE: Amana to construct fiberglass manufacturing facility for Eastern Petrochemical Co. at Jubail
19 November 2008
UAE: Finnish Outokumpu opens a sales company in Dubai
19 November 2008
UAE: EMAL completes erection of the first Potroom Steel and is on schedule to produce hot metal in 2010
16 November 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi steel prices plunge by 31 pct in October, fall for third month in row
16 November 2008
UAE: Firms submit bids for USD5 bln integrated gas development project in Abu Dhabi
16 November 2008
UAE: Mammut Building Systems nears completion of PEB construction of a PET facility in Oman
15 November 2008
UAE: KEF Holdings, manufacturer of steel castings & valves opens new facility in Hamriyah Free Zone
13 November 2008
UAE: Domestic steel prices experience marginal hike as Turkey increases its export prices by 50 pct
12 November 2008
UAE: Shuweihat 2 independent water and power project to use Outokumpu duplex stainless steel
12 November 2008
UAE: China Architectural Engg. wins two contracts worth USD80 mln in Dubai & Singapore
12 November 2008
UAE: Union Railway plans to complete the first stage of Inter-Emirates rail network by 2011
10 November 2008
UAE: Roads & Transport Authority receives bids for an integrated rail transit study
10 November 2008
UAE: ESNAD signs dry docking deal with Abu Dhabi Ship Building Company
9 November 2008
UAE: Prices of steel rods experience free fall as producers continue cutting rates
9 November 2008
UAE: Topaz Energy commission major oil and storage terminal
8 November 2008
UAE: Tekla launches new Building Information Modeling solution for construction
6 November 2008
UAE: Investment in manufacturing sector surges to USD4.6 billion in Dubai
4 November 2008
UAE: O2 Marine opens boat building factory in Ajman
3 November 2008
UAE: Nakheel invites contractors to submit plans for 1-kilometre-high skyscraper in Dubai
2 November 2008
UAE: Global stainless steel industry marks UAE as a strategic hub: Tad Metals
1 November 2008
UAE: Investment in the domestic industrial sector set to rise
30 October 2008
UAE: Emirates Aluminium launches study for phase 2 of worlds largest smelter
30 October 2008
UAE: New green building regulations in Dubai soon
29 October 2008
UAE: Danube plans to have its chunk in massive GCC steel trade expected to cross USD200 bln by 2010
29 October 2008
UAE: Emirates Aluminium installs first steel beam for the potrooms
28 October 2008
UAE: Work starts on building largest 72 meter long vessel for navy at Abu Dhabi Ship Building
27 October 2008
UAE: Profits up at Arabtec Holding backed by superior performance of Gulf Steel Industries
27 October 2008
UAE: RB Farquhar manufacturer of pre-fabricated bathroom pods to set up factory in Al Ain
26 October 2008
UAE: Hadeed Emirates wins contract to build vessel manufacturing workshop for Abu Dhabi Ship Building Co.
26 October 2008
UAE: Amana undertakes contract for Dubai Bank building
26 October 2008
UAE: Emirates Steel announces price cut on its rebar
22 October 2008
UAE: Drydocks World to expand its ship repair and fabrication business in Southeast Asia
22 October 2008
UAE: Steel prices in Abu Dhabi plunge by up to 20 pct in September
21 October 2008
UAE: Murray & Roberts of South Africa to open steel plant in Dubai
20 October 2008
UAE: Roads and Transport Authority awards Al Sufouh Tram project to a consortium of Alstom & Besix
19 October 2008
UAE: Production increases 43 pct & sales revenue more than doubles at ESI in first 9 months of 2008
16 October 2008
UAE: New smelting unit at Emirates Steel Industries to be operational by the end of January 2009
16 October 2008
UAE: Emirates Building Systems accelerates regional expansion with Kuwait World Trade Center project
16 October 2008
UAE: Steel buyers could face up to USD1 bln loss due to 50 pct fall in steel prices: John Short
16 October 2008
UAE: Drilling rigs manufacturer Maritime Industrial struggles to support its expansion plans in Abu Dhabi
15 October 2008
UAE: Emirates Steel to resume production in 3 weeks after halting output in September due to oversupply
14 October 2008
UAE: RAK Steel factory resumes production last week
13 October 2008
UAE: Samsung of S. Korea wins USD95 billion Jumeira Gardens tower deal
12 October 2008
UAE: DGCX completes record-breaking physical settlement of steel & gold rebar futures contracts
9 October 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial receives order for 2 offshore oil rigs worth USD400 from MENAdrill
6 October 2008
UAE: Nakheel plans one-kilometre-high tower in Dubai
6 October 2008
UAE: Dana Group to invest in a new coil service center & tube mill project in Northern Emirates
4 October 2008
UAE: Dubai steel traders suffer loss of at least USD200 mln as prices plummeted by around 40 pct
4 October 2008
UAE: UAE replaces Germany to become the leading importer of Turkish steel
2 October 2008
UAE: Dubai Investments expects double profits in Q3-2008
2 October 2008
UAE: Metrail of Switzerland wins City of Arabia monorail deal
29 September 2008
UAE: Claxton Engg. Services opens its office in Jebel Ali to serve its international clientele network
29 September 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial names new CEO to substantially develop the Group
29 September 2008
UAE: Al-Jazeera Steel Products Co. of Oman to be listed on the securities market
28 September 2008
UAE: JV Global of Australia enters into an MoU with local investors to tap MENA region
27 September 2008
UAE: Steel mills cut rebar production to reduce inventory and shore up prices
25 September 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi plans 370-km long Fujairah crude pipeline to ensure reliable exports
25 September 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi Future Energy Co. invests in Finnish wind turbine maker
24 September 2008
UAE: Steel prices fall 40pc on surplus stocks & panic selling by traders
24 September 2008
UAE: Monorail deal signed to link USD5 bln City of Arabia with the Purple Line of RTA
23 September 2008
UAE: Steel prices drop 15 pct in August after huge surge in first-half
22 September 2008
UAE: DGCX changes initial & delivery period margin requirements for steel, silver & gold future contracts
18 September 2008
UAE: Dubai Investments Industries acquires 10 pct stake in upcoming South Steel Company of Saudi
17 September 2008
UAE: Single-hull oil tankers and vessels over 20 yrs not allowed to trade after 2010
17 September 2008
UAE: ADNOC plans to build fuel storage tanks to serve the Northern Emirates
16 September 2008
UAE: Mass stockpiling and less demand leads to drop in steel prices
15 September 2008
UAE: ADPICO plans to diversify into spirally welded water pipes in 2009
13 September 2008
UAE: Madar Holding eyes expansion in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi: CEO Sameh Hassan
13 September 2008
UAE: Dana Steel commissions new Cable tray and ladder management system
13 September 2008
UAE: Dubai International Capital acquires 45 pct stake in KEF Holding, provider of steel castings
11 September 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial reports largest number of rigs in its yard covering USD520 million backlog
11 September 2008
UAE: Gulf General Investment Co. acquires Lloyds Engg Company
10 September 2008
UAE: Emarat Maritime to buy two VLCCs from S. Korean shipbuilder Hanjin Heavy Industries
9 September 2008
UAE: Topaz wins contract worth USD 225 mln to custom build and supply three support marine vessels
9 September 2008
UAE: Dubai Mall uses more steel than Eiffel Tower
7 September 2008
UAE: PSL Ltd. announces future capacity expansion of Sharjah facility at its AGM
7 September 2008
UAE: RAK Steel factory goes under maintenance for 2 weeks, to resume production by last week of Sept.
7 September 2008
UAE: Lamprell Energy to build jack-up rig for Rowan at its Jebel Ali facility
6 September 2008
UAE: Mubadala & Petrofac set up EPC firm in JV to provide a full range of onshore oil and gas services
2 September 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi issues tenders for the next phase of USD1 bln Fujairah pipeline
1 September 2008
UAE: Construction Products Holding Co. invests USD27mn in precast factory
1 September 2008
UAE: Roads & Transport Authority of Dubai to tender USD4 bln Palm Deira metro deal
31 August 2008
UAE: USD5.8 bln smelter will make the country a global powerhouse in aluminium production
28 August 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial starts fifth jack-up drilling rig construction
27 August 2008
UAE: Dubai considers expanding railway, metro and tram networks to serve new developments
25 August 2008
UAE: Cylingas plans installation of electronic synchronised full hydraulic rolling machine
21 August 2008
UAE: Steel industry set for 235 per cent growth by 2012
20 August 2008
UAE: Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard eyeing long term deal with Brazilian Transpetro
20 August 2008
UAE: Industry experts predict that sharp drop in steel prices is temporary development only
19 August 2008
UAE: Steel prices rise 14pc in July
18 August 2008
UAE: Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation invites bids for nuclear power project
18 August 2008
UAE: McDermott wins FEED contract of Barzan offshore deal
18 August 2008
UAE: Federal Customs Authority delays introduction of VAT until 2010
18 August 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi steel prices soar 91 pct since the beginning of the year
17 August 2008
UAE: Small construction firms need escalation clause to vindicate themselves from price fluctuations
16 August 2008
UAE: Mammut Building Systems takes contract to build Meydan business park
13 August 2008
UAE: Tekla BIM software adopted by Al Habtoor-Murray & Roberts JV for Trump Tower in Dubai
12 August 2008
UAE: Dubai buildings to comply with Green building standards from next year
12 August 2008
UAE: Steel prices drop 15 pct due to decline in global prices
11 August 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi bank holds fresh talks over Shadeed financing
9 August 2008
UAE: Former east German parliament steel headed for use in Burj Dubai
9 August 2008
UAE: Soaring building material prices to hurt Dubai real estate, construction industry
7 August 2008
UAE: Ultrathick Japanese H-Beam exports sold at USD1600 FOB level for September shipments
7 August 2008
UAE: Dubai World Central to develop USD33 bln lightrail transport system
7 August 2008
UAE: Palm monorail to start from April 1, 2009
6 August 2008
UAE: Qasco in talks with international banks over resurrecting USD1.3 bln project finance deal
6 August 2008
UAE: Construction sector grows by 25 per cent in 2007 contributing USD15.8 bln to the GDP
6 August 2008
UAE: Swicorp acquires stake in Mosvold Middle East, a jackup drilling rig firm
5 August 2008
UAE: Madar Holding announces 2008 mid-year business results showing significant growth
5 August 2008
UAE: Final & structural design for the iconic bridge to The Palm Jebel Ali submitted to Nakheel
3 August 2008
UAE: UAE based Maritime Industrial Services gets listed on Norwegian Stock Exchange
2 August 2008
UAE: Energy experts begin site surveys for first three nuclear reactors
2 August 2008
UAE: Contractors accuse steel firms of hedging & manipulating black market in a bid to increase prices
2 August 2008
UAE: Technical bids due for Dubai LNG facility
30 July 2008
UAE: Dubai receives six more trains from Japan
30 July 2008
UAE: Massive iconic bridge to enter final stages of construction, uses 40,000 tons of reinforced steel
29 July 2008
UAE: Madar to expand its rebar processing capacity to take advantage of the construction boom in Gulf
29 July 2008
UAE: Gulf General Investment Co.acquires leading process equipment manufacturing firm
29 July 2008
UAE: Steel prices are here to stay and no one is anticipating a crash, says Mr. Hassan of Madar Holding
27 July 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services wins USD335m deal to build drilling rigs
26 July 2008
UAE: Steel prices soar more than 20 pct in Abu Dhabi during April
24 July 2008
UAE: Four firms bid for green line contract of Dubai Metro
23 July 2008
UAE: Dolphin awards USD418 mln Taweelah to Fujairah natural gas pipeline to Stroytransgaz
23 July 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi begins construction on longest tunnel in Middle East
23 July 2008
UAE: Construction firms seek protection from steel price hike
22 July 2008
UAE: Malaysia Mining Corp of Malaysia to build first Gulf coal power plant in Ajman
22 July 2008
UAE: Steel prices soar 10 pct in one week due to demand from construction sector
21 July 2008
UAE: Amana awarded contract to build Tabreed Cooling Plant at Al Rigga Metro Station
21 July 2008
UAE: Oiltanking of Germany invites bids for Jebel Ali tank expansion
21 July 2008
UAE: Prices of steel increase 4-17 pct while pipes rates rose by 19 pct
20 July 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi launches building materials price index to eliminate widespread market manipulation
20 July 2008
UAE: Punj Lloyd bags USD108 mn order for 2 offsite & utilities project of Abu Dhabi Polymers Co.
20 July 2008
UAE: Steel pipemaker PSL Ltd plans to quadruple its capacity to 300,000 tons per year
16 July 2008
UAE: Lootah wins installation of gas distribution pipeline deals in Abu Dhabi
14 July 2008
UAE: ETA Star plans Ras Al Khaimah cement plant
13 July 2008
UAE: Stroytransgaz of Russia leads on deal to extend Dolphin gas pipeline from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah
13 July 2008
UAE: UAE settles hot-dip galvanized coil & sheet prices with Japanese mills
13 July 2008
UAE: Mubadala plans major sports stadium in Abu Dhabi known as Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Stadium
13 July 2008
UAE: Dolphin Energy to fence Al Ain–Fujairah pipeline
12 July 2008
UAE: Steel rebar prices rise by 15 pct this month
10 July 2008
UAE: Adelaide-based Steel Building Systems plans to set up plant in Abu Dhabi by 2009
10 July 2008
UAE: Emirates Steel Industries seals 10-yr iron ore transportation contract with Eships
8 July 2008
UAE: Dubai Maritime City acquires worlds largest mobile boat hoist
7 July 2008
UAE: Chinese shipbuilder wins USD500 mln Al Jaber contract to build and supply eight bulk carriers
7 July 2008
UAE: Ghantoot to procure USD100 mln worth trucks and earthmoving machinery from Galadari
6 July 2008
UAE: National Bank of Abu Dhabi seeks backers for USD760 mln Shadeed steel project
5 July 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi to invest USD200 billion in infrastructure projects by 2030
3 July 2008
UAE: Tamouh Investment invites firms to prequalify for ski dome project on Jebel Hafeet
2 July 2008
UAE: BESIX-Alstom consortium receives USD400 mln contract to design & build Al Safooh Transit System
2 July 2008
UAE: Aliya Contracting of Sharjah secures contracts in Dubai and Ajman
1 July 2008
UAE: ArcelorMittal to acquire 60 pct of Dubai Steel Trading Co. LLC to enhance its distribution network
30 June 2008
UAE: Gulf companies urged to complain against dumping activities which harm their trade
30 June 2008
UAE: Trump Organization of USA may join Nakheel to build the worlds tallest building
28 June 2008
UAE: Emirates Steel delays USD2 bln refinancing because of high financing costs
28 June 2008
UAE: Alam Steel & S. African Macsteel announce 5-year expansion programme across the Gulf region
25 June 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi steel prices soar by more than 20 pct in one month
24 June 2008
UAE: Al Jaber Group launches new firm to manufacture pre-engineered steel buildings
24 June 2008
UAE: Nakheel increases height of Tall Tower to 1.4 kilometres
22 June 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce proposes mega bank to fund manufacturing projects
21 June 2008
UAE: SMS Meer to supply complete mill including equipment to Hamriyah Steel
21 June 2008
UAE: Manazil to produce and install light steel framing solution for 30 villas in Abu Dhabi
21 June 2008
UAE: Al Ghurair Iron and Steel set to start production from August
19 June 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi National Energy Company to bid for Morocco wind farm project
18 June 2008
UAE: Dubai Metro Project: 90 pct of viaduct pre-cast segments are produced till date
18 June 2008
UAE: Tekla releases its new Tekla Structures 14 Building Information Model software
17 June 2008
UAE: 320-km long, 48-inch Habshan-Fujairah pipeline start-up delayed 1 year
16 June 2008
UAE: Leading South African carmakers wish to setup manufacturing facilities in UAE
16 June 2008
UAE: Amana receives Takreer construction contract worth Dhs85mln
15 June 2008
UAE: Al-Habtoor and Murray & Roberts receives contract worth USD790 mln to construct Trump Intl
15 June 2008
UAE: Arabtec in negotiations to acquire major piling contractor
14 June 2008
UAE: Nakheel prepares to issue tender for Palm Jebel Ali bridge
14 June 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi Basic Industries plans to launch metal park in Al Taweelah
12 June 2008
UAE: Burj Dubai the worlds tallest building facing nine-month delay -says Alabbar
10 June 2008
UAE: Arabtec receives construction contract worth USD816 mln at Nakheels Al Furjan
8 June 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services to grow by 40pct in the first quarter
8 June 2008
UAE: Government to rule out intervention in the market to curb reinforced steel price
8 June 2008
UAE: Sahara Centre to construct bridge made of structural steel frame across Al Nahda
5 June 2008
UAE: Dana-Emarat to complete its Hamriyah pipeline project
4 June 2008
UAE: Minnesota, Mining and Manufacturing (3M) plans to establish manufacturing plant in UAE
2 June 2008
UAE: China State Construction receives Mudon building contract worth USD109 mln in ME
29 May 2008
UAE: Al-Habtoor and Murray & Roberts receives contract worth USD327 mln to design & build Sorbonne campus
28 May 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi in talks with Dubai to connect two emirates via high-speed rail link
26 May 2008
UAE: ALEC wins USD910 mln contract to build the first phase redevelopment of the World Trade Centre
26 May 2008
UAE: Al-Habtoor receives USD422 mln contract to build the Esplanade development
26 May 2008
UAE: Mammut Buildings Systems receives contract to build 12 footbridges
25 May 2008
UAE: PSL FZE receives order to supply steel pipes aggregating USD45 mln
25 May 2008
UAE: Danube Building Materials to invest Dh50 mln in the construction of new facility in Ajman
21 May 2008
UAE: Mammut Building Systems to complete AED20 mln Lahore Expo contract by end of July this year
20 May 2008
UAE: Dana to invest over USD500 mln in its Iraq, Egypt and UAE based projects this year
19 May 2008
UAE: Aldar and Arkan Building Materials signed MOU to maximise business opportunities
19 May 2008
UAE: Atkins to design super slim tower in Dubai
18 May 2008
UAE: National Transport Authority says UAE railway network plans in final stages
15 May 2008
UAE: Qatar Steel Company FZE gets license to use Dubai Central Laboratory Conformity Mark on its products
15 May 2008
UAE: PSL FZEwins USD45 mln steel pipes order from Hanwa of Japan
14 May 2008
UAE: Five-year plan to focus on diversification: Abu Dhabi Dept. for Planning & Economy
14 May 2008
UAE: Dubai Drydocks to manage Maritime City industrial zone
14 May 2008
UAE: RAKIA partners with Becker Industrie to establish new coatings facility within Industrial Zone
14 May 2008
UAE: Dolphin Energy evaluates bids for pipeline between Taweelah and Fujairah
14 May 2008
UAE: Boulder Steel reports progress on its Sharjah finishing plant
14 May 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi to invest USD25 bln in gas-processing plants and pipelines to meet surging demand
13 May 2008
UAE: Al Ain unveils USD953 mln convention centre to boost its exhibition & conference business
13 May 2008
UAE: Amana to construct plasterboard factory for Saint-Gobain
13 May 2008
UAE: Dubai Electricity & Water Authority signs 6 water & power deals worth USD3.2 bln
12 May 2008
UAE: Interpipe says its sales office in UAE contributed greatly to Q1 success, pipe production up by 12pct
12 May 2008
UAE: Government likely to implement VAT early next year, to replace existing customs duty
8 May 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi to get metro rail network within 7 years
8 May 2008
UAE: Mammut breaks ground on Nakheels Waterfront project
7 May 2008
UAE: Five new supertowers worth USD7 bln to transform Dubai skyline
7 May 2008
UAE: Proleads research states UAE as the key driver of Middle East construction boom
6 May 2008
UAE: Steel prices hit USD1225 per ton backed by construction boom
5 May 2008
UAE: Priced tenders due this week for Taweelah-Fujairah gas pipeline construction
5 May 2008
UAE: Burj Dubai gets dressed with stainless steel from ThyssenKrupp of Germany
3 May 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services builds offshore jack-up drilling rig for SeaWolf Oilfield Services
1 May 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Co. completes structural work and enters final stage of construction
30 April 2008
UAE: Wartsila expands with new offices and workshop to meet the rapidly growing market demand in UAE
28 April 2008
UAE: Drydocks World delivers giant Aker H-6e, semi-submersible drilling rig hull to Norway
27 April 2008
UAE: Dubai & Shell to build floating LNG re-gasification facility at the DP World Jebel Ali Terminal
27 April 2008
UAE: Limitless plans tender call for the main construction work on its USD11 bln Arabian Canal in May
27 April 2008
UAE: Nakheel Retail to build 35 shopping malls in Dubai
27 April 2008
UAE: Dubailand to have 50-60 km of tram and monorail lines
24 April 2008
UAE: Emaar unveils advanced public tram system for Downtown Burj Dubai
24 April 2008
UAE: Qatar Steel Dubai gets UAE Quality Mark Certificate
23 April 2008
UAE: Dubai developer Al Futtaim to build USD9 bln Cairo complex
23 April 2008
UAE: More bidders likely for the giant Khalifa Port, worlds largest man-made harbour
23 April 2008
UAE: UAE signs pact with US for developing civilian nuclear energy
22 April 2008
UAE: Sharjah plans metro rail as a part of its comprehensive public transport solutions
22 April 2008
UAE: Majority traders fail to hedge risk using steel rebar futures: DGCX
20 April 2008
UAE: UAE, Sinopec & Hainan Govt of China in talks to build crude oil storage facility at Yangpu port
20 April 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi awards 131-km long, 64-inch steel water pipeline deal worth USD610 mln
19 April 2008
UAE: Dubai World eyes Mauritania port deal, sees great potential in mining, and energy sectors
16 April 2008
UAE: Steel prices likely to hit USD1500 a ton due to a booming construction industry
16 April 2008
UAE: Six contractors to submit technical bids for Zadco pipeline contract
15 April 2008
UAE: Standardisation certificate to make it easier for products to gain access to GCC & Intl. markets
13 April 2008
UAE: Emirates Steel sees USD5-6 bln investment by 2012
10 April 2008
UAE: Industry insiders deny shortage of steel and existence of black market trading
10 April 2008
UAE: JAFZA awards contract to Al Habtoor to build its Convention Centre complex
8 April 2008
UAE: Nakheel trumps Burj Dubai with plans to build worlds tallest tower at 1200m high
7 April 2008
UAE: Mammut Building Systems completing cargo terminal at Dubai World Central Airport in Jebel Ali
5 April 2008
UAE: Red Line of Dubai Metro to start operations next year - Update
5 April 2008
UAE: Steel traders accuse Abu Dhabi Customs Dept. on violating an order of 5 pct duty exemption
3 April 2008
UAE: Dubai Mall set to open by end of 2008
2 April 2008
UAE: Firms invited to bid for worlds longest steel arch bridge
30 March 2008
UAE: Second rolling mill starts operation at the new Emirates Steel Industries mini mill
29 March 2008
UAE: French firm Gaussin SA plans to setup a manufacturing plant for industrial and port trailers
27 March 2008
UAE: Czech Republic keen to export steel to booming construction market
25 March 2008
UAE: Construction boom increases steel & cement imports by 36 and 74 pct respectively in 2007
24 March 2008
UAE: Dubai constructs worlds largest pre-stressed concrete drinking water reservoirs
24 March 2008
UAE: USD4.35 billion infrastructure boost to Northern Emirates
24 March 2008
UAE: RAK Steel factory to manufacture 500,000 tons of deformed steel reinforcement bars
24 March 2008
UAE: Dubai Electricity & Water Authority awards 6 contracts for power and desalination plants
22 March 2008
UAE: Reinforcing steel bar prices shoot up to 30 pct within a week
22 March 2008
UAE: Largest-ever physical steel delivery at DGCX
19 March 2008
UAE: Revised tenders submitted to Roads and Transport Authority Al Sufouh for tram project
19 March 2008
UAE: Traders and contractors skeptic if duty waiver on steel & cement would cut construction costs
18 March 2008
UAE: Steel and cement duty waiver to cover whole nation
17 March 2008
UAE: Dodsal Engg. signs financing deal for replacement of NGL Pipeline Network Project
16 March 2008
UAE: Customs duty waiver unlikely to curb costs
15 March 2008
UAE: Mammut Building Systems wins Dubai Metro contract
15 March 2008
UAE: Industry hails customs duty waiver on steel & cement
13 March 2008
UAE: Dubai lifts customs duties on steel & cement until further notice
13 March 2008
UAE: Boulder Steel announces significant progress on UAE-based finishing plant project
12 March 2008
UAE: Mabani Steel to award PEB & HR steel structure facility contract within a month
11 March 2008
UAE: Alam Steel to expand steel-processing facilities
11 March 2008
UAE: Zenath, part of ETA Ascon Star acquires largest horizontal drilling machine
10 March 2008
UAE: Dubai Multi Commodities Centre plans USD200 mln oil storage facility at Techno Park
9 March 2008
UAE: RAK Steel commences trial production of deformed steel reinforcement bar
9 March 2008
UAE: Inflation in construction galloping at 1.5 pct per month
8 March 2008
UAE: Boulder Steel plant progress in Sharjah
6 March 2008
UAE: Rail agency to award two tenders to increase the number of lines and length of Dubai Metro
5 March 2008
UAE: Madar Holding partners with MMFX to introduce new super steel to revolutionize construction industry
4 March 2008
UAE: Emirates Ship Investment Co. orders two LPG Tankers for USD76 mln
4 March 2008
UAE: ISTIL Middle East plans to set up a 500.000 MT bar and rod mill in Dubai Industrial City
4 March 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company awards major offshore contract
3 March 2008
UAE: Construction work begins on USD500 mln aircraft hangar for Etihad
3 March 2008
UAE: Dana Gas and Emarat sign JV agreement for Hamriyah Gas Pipeline Project
2 March 2008
UAE: ADBIC plans listing to on Abu Dhabi bourse to become self-sufficient for funding its projects
2 March 2008
UAE: Dubai Industrial City expects USD15 bln investment in its infrastructure and factories
27 February 2008
UAE: Rebar prices rise on strong domestic demand and pick-up in international billet prices
26 February 2008
UAE: Sharaf in JV with Finetec and Marvast to set up CNG cylinder manufacturing plant in RAK Free Zone
25 February 2008
UAE: Fabricated metal, machinery and equipment industries in Dubai contribute significantly to GDP: DCCI
25 February 2008
UAE: Six firms submit bids to extend the Dolphin Energy gas pipeline from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah
24 February 2008
UAE: Soaring building material costs & supply shortage hits Gulf construction sector
24 February 2008
UAE: Plans for Abu Dhabi aluminum smelter near completion
21 February 2008
UAE: RAK investment agencies sign MoU with Sumatra province for coal mining
19 February 2008
UAE: Emirates Techno Casting to manufacture valves, castings & corrosion prevention systems in India
18 February 2008
UAE: Qatar Steel to rebuild plant in Jebel Ali to increase capacity to 600.000 tons per year
14 February 2008
UAE: GS Engg. & Construction of S. Korea wins USD1.14 bln refinery order from Abu Dhabi Oil Refining Co.
13 February 2008
UAE: Steel production to reach 10 mln tons by 2010: Sheikha Lubna
12 February 2008
UAE: Four northern emirates to invest USD15 bln to increase power & water supplies over the next decade
11 February 2008
UAE: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority invites bids for power and desalination project
11 February 2008
UAE: Arabian Construction Company lands record USD190mn luxury mall deal
9 February 2008
UAE: Al-Ghurair Steel has no obstacles and to be fully operational by May: COO Abubucker Husain
9 February 2008
UAE: First DGCX Steel Futures delivery through JRG Metals
6 February 2008
UAE: General Holding Corp. to sign agreement with Danieli to boost capacity of ESI
5 February 2008
UAE: Arabian Construction Co. receives contract to build shopping mall worth Dh694m
5 February 2008
UAE: Danube Building Materials to invest USD15mln to set up manufacturing units in China
4 February 2008
UAE: Gulf steel producers urged to consolidate to survive
4 February 2008
UAE: Crescent Petroleum of Sharjah keen to lay gas IPI-pipeline in Pakistani territory
2 February 2008
UAE: Emal announces USD5 bln plan for Saudi smelter
2 February 2008
UAE: Interpipe, producer of steel pipes & railway wheels opens warehouse facility in Jebel Ali Free Zone
30 January 2008
UAE: Work begins on Tall Tower of Nakheel, expected to cross 1-km in height
30 January 2008
UAE: Al Ghurair steel plant start-up delayed due to construction obstacles
29 January 2008
UAE: Reliance loads out 6,300 MT-platform from Jebel Ali facility of J.Ray McDermott
29 January 2008
UAE: New Danieli high-speed wire rod mill in successful operation at Emirates Steel Industries
28 January 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services plans new rig-building yard to cash in on demand
28 January 2008
UAE: Dubai World Trade Centre awards contract for Dubai Exhibition World to Samsung
28 January 2008
UAE: Lindenberg wins Saadiyat island water transmission contract
27 January 2008
UAE: Ras Al Khaimah forms Industrial Minerals & Metals Investment Company
26 January 2008
UAE: RAK entity to develop berths at Paradip Port in Orissa
23 January 2008
UAE: Projects worth USD160 bln suspended in Dubai
23 January 2008
UAE: Spending on leisure projects in Middle East to reach USD3 trillion over next 20 years
23 January 2008
UAE: SteelFab - Steel Fabrication and Metal Working Exhibition opens at Expo Centre Sharjah
22 January 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi firm orders 100.000 tons of large-diameter steel pipes with Sumitomo of Japan
20 January 2008
UAE: Abu Dhabi to launch industry- specific economic zones for metals and polymer
19 January 2008
UAE: Agility, Mubadala and Al Bateen Investment to establish logistics joint venture in Abu Dhabi
19 January 2008
UAE: Annual capacity of Emirates Steel to be increased from 700,000 tons to 2 mln tons by early 2009
17 January 2008
UAE: US sets preliminary AD duties on steel nails from UAE & China
17 January 2008
UAE: Steel-framed, shell-shaped metro stations start taking shape
16 January 2008
UAE: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority executes major power transmission & water projects
13 January 2008
UAE: Steel prices up by 30 pct in two months due to surge in international billet prices
9 January 2008
UAE: Etihad Shipping seeks to benefit from economic boom in the region
8 January 2008
UAE: Danube Building Materials to invest more than USD27 mln in steel industry
8 January 2008
UAE: Dubai Drydocks plans to invest USD200 mln for acquisitions and new JVs
7 January 2008
UAE: Arabtec acquires 55 pct of a leading structural steel fabrication company, Gulf Steel Industries
6 January 2008
UAE: UAE plans to pump over USD50 bln in oil and gas sector in the next five years
6 January 2008
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services loads out first offshore jack-up drilling rig built in the region
6 January 2008
UAE: Burj Dubai reaches 158 levels to set world record
5 January 2008
UAE: Industry experts predict 20 pct hike in steel & cement prices by the end of this month
5 January 2008
UAE: Dubai Municipality invites tenders to build a new stainless steel monument in Zabeel Park
3 January 2008
UAE: Sumitomo, Salzgitter & Jindal win 360-km long Abu Dhabi-Fujairah oil pipeline deal
3 January 2008
UAE: Limitless begins work on USD11 bln, 75 km long Arabian Canal project
2 January 2008
UAE: Belgian reinforcement manufacturer Fortius offers alternative to conventional steel rebars or dowels
31 December 2007
UAE: Construction work on Dubai-based Darvesh Groups aluminium processing plant to begin soon
30 December 2007
UAE: Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange to introduce larger steel futures
29 December 2007
UAE: ETA LLC to commence new steel facilities by mid of 2008
27 December 2007
UAE: Dubai Dept. of Economic Development issues 12 industrial licenses, include steel manufacturing units
27 December 2007
UAE: Reliance Industries of India orders Control Riser Platform topsides with J Ray McDermott Middle East
25 December 2007
UAE: Demand for steel in UAE set to double in three years
25 December 2007
UAE: KS Energy secures USD37 million Middle East rig deal
25 December 2007
UAE: Scorpion Offshore to build premium jackup drilling rig for Lamprell
25 December 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi Gas awards EPC contract for replacement of its existing pipeline network to Dodsal
24 December 2007
UAE: Dolphin Energy awards steel line pipe supply order to Salzgitter Mannesmann
24 December 2007
UAE: Steel nails manufacturer Dubai Wire FZE faces dumping charges in United States
23 December 2007
UAE: USD3.2 bln Ajman airport construction to begin next year
23 December 2007
UAE: Rising building material costs may have serious implications on real estate sector
22 December 2007
UAE: Dubai Chamber calls for monitoring of imported construction materials
22 December 2007
UAE: Govt. plans to establish Emirates Authority for Industrial Development to supervise expansion
16 December 2007
UAE: Steel rebar volumes steadily increases to a record daily volume of 2,960 mln tons
16 December 2007
UAE: Three groups submit bids for USD544m Al-Sufouh tram network
16 December 2007
UAE: Drilling manufacturer National Oilwell Varco opens second manufacturing facility in Dubai
15 December 2007
UAE: Boulder Steel elects Mr Abdulrahman Falaknaz as its new chairman
15 December 2007
UAE: Roads & Transport Authority to add fifth and sixth lines to Dubai Metro
12 December 2007
UAE: DGCX announced Turkeys Kaptan as its 10th approved producer for Steel Rebar Futures contract
10 December 2007
UAE: Sharjah to develop strong industrial base for maritime, steel & cement industries
6 December 2007
UAE: Al Habtoor wins construction contract for new JAFZA Convention Centre in Dubai
6 December 2007
UAE: Laser & More in talks to supply SS laser-cut and welded components to Dubai Metro
6 December 2007
UAE: Gulf Metal Craft expands product range
4 December 2007
UAE: Dubai to be delivery point for new LME steel billet contract
1 December 2007
UAE: Dubai Roads and Transport Authority plans to add 2 more lines to Metro rail network by 2015
29 November 2007
UAE: Saleh Al Hobaishi awards Amana to design & construct warehouse at Dubai Investment Park
28 November 2007
UAE: Alam Steel becomes first rebar processing factory to attain UK CARES certification
27 November 2007
UAE: Tekla announces building information modeling software solution for construction management
26 November 2007
UAE: Dubai to spend massively on mass transport system
26 November 2007
UAE: Dana to promote its water heater ranges to Middle East construction sector
26 November 2007
UAE: UK Cares certification for rebars gains importance
26 November 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Co. awards USD370 mln contract to National Petroleum Construction Co.
21 November 2007
UAE: Emirates Building Systems targets annual production of 75,000 metric tons of steel structures
20 November 2007
UAE: French firms line up for potential railway contracts
20 November 2007
UAE: ProLogis to develop 798,000 sft of distribution center for Aramex in Dubai
20 November 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi Basic Industries in final talks with Rio Tinto to develop an aluminium smelter
19 November 2007
UAE: Dubai to have a car manufacturing plant that will produce low-budget smart cars
18 November 2007
UAE: Amana to construct rubber manufacturing plant for Al Dobowi Group in Ras Al Khaimah
14 November 2007
UAE: DGCX approves Turkish Habas as Producer for Steel Rebar Futures Contract
13 November 2007
UAE: Limitless invites expression of interest in a two-stage tender for Arabian Canal project
12 November 2007
UAE: Al Burj – The Tall Tower over 1-km mark is yet to find its home
11 November 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. receives second of four vessels from Grandweld
8 November 2007
UAE: Adyard wins fabrication deal from Swiss-based Single Buoy Moorings Inc
8 November 2007
UAE: Qatar Steel FZE obtains UK Cares certificate for its rebars
7 November 2007
UAE: Construction work starts on phase-2 of Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
7 November 2007
UAE: Drydocks World poised to become a marine industry giant
7 November 2007
UAE: Maritime Industrial Services to build new jack up rig
5 November 2007
UAE: Brush Transformers Gulf starts new power transformers plant in Abu Dhabi
3 November 2007
UAE: Dubai International Capital acquire specialty alumina producer Almatis
3 November 2007
UAE: Posco of S. Korea to cooperate in the establishment of a mini steel mill in Abu Dhabi
1 November 2007
UAE: Construction on a countrywide high-speed railway service is to begin early next year
1 November 2007
UAE: Steel rebar futures contract receives a muted response in its debut
30 October 2007
UAE: Dubai Drydocks offers USD1.63 bln to acquire marine construction & engg group in Singapore
30 October 2007
UAE: Industry optimistic to hedge their risk against price volatility on rebars at DGCX steel futures
29 October 2007
UAE: Dubai Metro faces delays, contractors seek more time to complete urban rail network
29 October 2007
UAE: Emaar and Bawadi form USD16 bln JV to develop Dubailand
29 October 2007
UAE: USD544 mln Al-Sufouh tram bid deadline extended
29 October 2007
UAE: Danube to invest USD250.000 over next one year in steel imports
28 October 2007
UAE: 3 companies submit bids for USD400 mln main construction contract at Exhibition City
28 October 2007
UAE: DGCX Steel Rebar Futures Contract all set to trade tomorrow; new producers approved
28 October 2007
UAE: Siemens to install new 300.000 tpy bar mill for Abu Dhabi National Co. for Building Materials
28 October 2007
UAE: Kersten Europe wins steel tube bending work for Burj Dubai from Arabian Aluminium
27 October 2007
UAE: United Steel Industries FZC builds the first rolling mill with prod. cap. of one mln tpy in Fujairah
27 October 2007
UAE: Amana wins contract to construct support buildings for industrial warehouses in Ajman
24 October 2007
UAE: Amana to construct bar and wire rod manufacturing facility for United Steel Industries in Fujeirah
24 October 2007
UAE: Danlesco Gulf diversifies into steel fabrication with the launch of its new facility in Fujairah
23 October 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi Gas Industries Co. to award 225-km-long gas pipeline network
22 October 2007
UAE: Amana Contracting and Steel Buildings to receive contract from Faisal Holdings
21 October 2007
UAE: DGCX announces new Approved Producers for its proposed Steel Rebar Futures Contract
20 October 2007
UAE: Emirates Aluminium seeks USD5 bln loan to build the worlds largest smelter in Abu Dhabi
18 October 2007
UAE: Radiant Group awards Amana the contract to build warehouse and offices in Dubai Logistics City
17 October 2007
UAE: KM Properties unveils steel & glass tower project in Business Bay
17 October 2007
UAE: Nakheel plans Tall Tower Project that will rival Burj Dubai and will be 1-km in height
15 October 2007
UAE: Arabian Canal, biggest project ever in Middle East requires 1 mln tons of steel & concrete
15 October 2007
UAE: PJSC Stroytransgaz officially registers branch in Abu Dhabi to tap O&G construction in the region
14 October 2007
UAE: Samsung Corp. chooses Eversendai to carry out structural steelworks Burj Dubai project
14 October 2007
UAE: Preparation underway to launch steel rebar futures by month end, contractors to reap the benefits
14 October 2007
UAE: Lamprell PLC confident of second half growth backed by demand for offshore works and drilling rigs
11 October 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi Ship Building Co. plans to build new shipyard for commercial vessels
11 October 2007
UAE: Maersk wins contract to build new jackup rig for Dubai Petroleum Est.
10 October 2007
UAE: Topaz Energy wins USD210 mln contract to provide three offshore support vessels
9 October 2007
UAE: Alghanim to double its PE steel buildings capacity through greenfield facilities & expansions
8 October 2007
UAE: Boulder Steel announces confirmation of debt funding package for 2 projects in Australia and UAE
7 October 2007
UAE: Emirates Techno Castings FZE evaluates the possibility of setting up a manufacturing base in India
7 October 2007
UAE: DUBAL to deploy its Pot Control System at aluminium smelter in Iran
7 October 2007
UAE: KONE of Finland wins contract to supply elevators & escalators to Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi
2 October 2007
UAE: Drydocks World rides high on global demand for ship repair, conversion and building firms
2 October 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi set to invest USD7 bln in airport overhaul project
1 October 2007
UAE: Whitesea Shipping places USD120m order for six new anchor handling tug supply vessels
1 October 2007
UAE: Govt. plans 350-km long national railway network that will be linked to the proposed GCC network
1 October 2007
UAE: Dubai Steel Futures poised to emerge as strong hedging tool against price volatility
30 September 2007
UAE: Chicago Bridge & Iron wins Borouge 2 petrochemical expansion project in Ruwais
30 September 2007
UAE: Eversendai Engineering wins steel structure job for Burj Dubai
27 September 2007
UAE: Singapore firm SMRT Engineering to run USD381 mln Palm monorail
25 September 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi plans massive transport infrastructure development over the coming 23 years
25 September 2007
UAE: Dubai World & MMC of Malaysia sign MoU to develop South Johor in USD4.649 bln plan
25 September 2007
UAE: DGCX holds road shows to engage investors ahead of the launch of their steel rebar futures contract
23 September 2007
UAE: Indo Emirates Building Solutions to setup full-fledged fabrication unit in India
19 September 2007
UAE: Tecton Engg. to lay 60-km long new DN800 carbon steel pipes for water transmission network
18 September 2007
UAE: Burj Dubai likely to get a competitor, Samsung scouts for new tower project
17 September 2007
UAE: Aviation authority awards Al-Naboodah USD545 mln contract for Concourse 3
16 September 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi to develop inter-city train network and metro lines
15 September 2007
UAE: EC clears acquisition of Emirates Aluminium by Dubal and Mubadala
15 September 2007
UAE: Burj Dubai is now the tallest free-standing structure surpassing 553.3 metre CN Tower in Toronto
15 September 2007
UAE: DGCX Steel Rebar Futures bring diverse benefits to steel producers, contractors, traders & investors
13 September 2007
UAE: Dubal mulling alumina refinery in Africa to meet rising global demand
12 September 2007
UAE: Essar to get USD5 bln of capital goods from China through Global Supplies (UAE) FZE
11 September 2007
UAE: US-based pipeline solutions company, TD Williamson opens service centre in Dubai
11 September 2007
UAE: WorleyParsons of Australia wins FEED contract for 360-km-long trans-emirates oil pipeline
10 September 2007
UAE: Roads & Transport Authority of Dubai issues tenders for Al-Sufouh tram network
10 September 2007
UAE: Gulf Metal Craft wins four major projects in Dubai worth USD1.09 mln
9 September 2007
UAE: Construction industry to feel pinch as tax rebates hike costs of Chinese building materials
8 September 2007
UAE: UK Certification Authority, CARES insists on usage of certified steel for all construction projects
8 September 2007
UAE: Al Ghurair Iron and Steel plans to expand new CR and galvanizing facilities in second phase
6 September 2007
UAE: Al Masoud Bergum in JV with Hertel Group to service UAE & Qatar energy industry
5 September 2007
UAE: Hill International named as construction manager of massive Mall of Arabia development
5 September 2007
UAE: Steel Markets Middle East conference highlights on strong steel demand in the region
4 September 2007
UAE: Leighton Holdings of Australia acquires 45 pct stake for USD715 mln in Al Habtoor Engineering
4 September 2007
UAE: Roads and Transport Authority of Dubai appoints Systra as tram consultant
3 September 2007
UAE: Dubai Domestic Rebar Steel Futures contract to commence trading on October 29
2 September 2007
UAE: Govt. to establish new control body for commodities subject to import, export and re-export
1 September 2007
UAE: Dubai Aluminium together with Larsen & Tubro to invest in alumina plant in Orissa, India
30 August 2007
UAE: Prequal. list and tender for Taweelah-Fujairah gas pipeline contract to be issued in late Sep
29 August 2007
UAE: UAE ranks top in Middle East in per capita steel consumption
29 August 2007
UAE: Regional steel manufacturers face increasing challenge to meet demand - Steel Consultant
28 August 2007
UAE: Lootah Group plans investment in infrastructure, services, manufacturing in India
25 August 2007
UAE: Mammut & Reliance of India ink JV agreement to set up pre-engineered building facility in Gujarat
25 August 2007
UAE: New steel pipe manufacturing facility of PSL Limited in Sharjah is now operational
22 August 2007
UAE: Ukrainian Steel pipe producer, Interpipe to set up regional headquarters in Dubai next month
22 August 2007
UAE: Gulf Metal Craft to provide sheet metal products to key projects
21 August 2007
UAE: Danube reveals Chinese building materials imports to cost 10-15 pct higher
19 August 2007
UAE: Agility Logistics awards contract to Amana Steel to build warehouse and regional office in Jebel Ali
19 August 2007
UAE: Abu Dhabi Oil Refining Co. plans 230-km-long, multi-products pipeline
19 August 2007
UAE: Department of Civil Aviation of Dubai likely to award USD1bn contract for Concourse 3
19 August 2007
UAE: Dubai awards contract to design an integrated transport masterplan for the Palm Deira
19 August 2007
UAE: Gulf Navigation buys Gulf Sheba, a 300,000 deadweight tons very large crude carrier
15 August 2007
UAE: UPDATE - Steel bar mill of Qatar Steel Company FZE
15 August 2007
UAE: Al Jaber Group receives infrastructure contract worth AED 416 mln
14 August 2007
UAE: Dubai airport construction contract worth USD 1 bln to be awarded soon
14 August 2007
UAE: Contractors submit commercial bids for 225-km long Ruwais gas pipeline network
13 August 2007
UAE: Amana receives contract to construct multipurpose industrial facility at RAK
12 August 2007
UAE: Tall Tower project being planned by Nakheel will be 1050 metres tall
11 August 2007
UAE: Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange to launch steel rebar futures in H2
8 August 2007
UAE: J. Ray McDermott wins 7-year EPC construction & installation contract from Aramco
8 August 2007
UAE: Al-Habtoor Engineering wins 3rd phase of Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
5 August 2007
UAE: Consortium headed by Kampac Oil Co. signs USD1.6 bln contract for a railway project in western Ghana
5 August 2007
UAE: Al Attar Group chooses Tekla Structures for its building information modeling requirements
4 August 2007
UAE: Nakheel appoints Singapore firm to operate 5.45-km monorail on Palm Jumeirah
2 August 2007
UAE: Boulder Steel receives firm commitments for USD91 mln in equity funds for the seamless tube project
1 August 2007
UAE: Lamprell confirms contract for new-build jack-up
31 July 2007
UAE: Aabar Petroleum agrees to sell its oil-rigs unit for USD446 mln
30 July 2007
UAE: RTA of Dubai involves private investors to pay for metro rail infrastructure
29 July 2007
UAE: RTA of Dubai issues tender for Shaikh Zayed flyover, longest city flyover spanning 4-km
29 July 2007
UAE: DUBAL & Mubadala in USD137 mln deal with Outotec of Finland for construction of two plants
29 July 2007
UAE: Dubai Islamic Bank subsidiary appointed as adviser for Arcelor Mittals USD2.2 bln iron ore project
29 July 2007
UAE: Amana Steel to construct well services operational base for Dowell Schlumberger
29 July 2007
UAE: Drydocks World completing construction of the worlds largest semi-submersible drilling rig
29 July 2007
UAE: Dubai Drydocks set to acquire 100 pct ownership of the Singapore-based Pan United Marine
28 July 2007
UAE: Rebars price looking up, might increase further because of price increase applied by Turkish mills
28 July 2007
UAE: Posco Engineering & Construction plans strong presence in the Middle East
26 July 2007
UAE: German military relic of World War II inspires recently launched floating bridge in Dubai
25 July 2007
UAE: Amana secures contracts from Schlumberger and Abu Dhabi National Oil Co.
25 July 2007
UAE: First steel cut on Seajacks International lift boat
24 July 2007
UAE: National Petroleum Construction Company wins Saudi Aramco contract for two tie-in platforms
24 July 2007
UAE: Cost of building materials soar as import costs from top supplier China have increased
23 July 2007
UAE: At 512.1 metres & 141 levels, Burj Dubai becomes the worlds tallest tower
22 July 2007
UAE: Demand for fire resistant coatings for structural steel increases 20 pct in 2006