Egypt’s New Suez Canal: What are the benefits?

Big Project ME examines the impact the New Suez Canal will have on the region. On August 6, 2015, Egyptian President Abdel...

The mixed-use boom in the Middle East

How one-stop-destination developments are redefining the landscape. Over the last decade, mixed-use developments have moved to centre stage in urban planning, redefining...

Preview: The Dubai International Motor Show

The Middle East’s largest international automotive event is back in town this November. Car-lovers in the UAE will have reason to rejoice...

Renault Trucks eyes opportunities in Iraq

French firm aims to boost after-sales support in troubled country. Ravaged by years of conflict, political instability and now the growing threat...

Middle East gives lift to Japanese machinery firms

Weaker yen is helping manufacturers ride out volatility in global demand . Despite efforts to diversify its manufacturing base, the sales volume...

Locally produced Volvo Trucks to be a driving force in Saudi Arabia

Facility at King Abdullah Economic City has begun production of Volvo trucks. As international OEMs look to capitalise on the lucrative GCC...

Energising Egypt’s power sector

Renewable energy projects are the need of the hour, experts say. For most residents in the Middle East, the thought of weathering...

Road warriors: Volvo CE and FAMCO

Partners make steady in-roads with their asphalt pavers and road-construction equipment. In early 2013, Volvo CE head of EMEA Thomas Kuta and...

Why ZF thinks it’s time to go automated

Automated transmissions in trucks are gaining popularity, says ZF Services Middle East. Manual transmission is still the norm for heavy vehicles in...

Saudi’s Kingdom Tower: How world’s tallest building will benefit Jeddah

Mounib Hammoud of the Jeddah Economic Company discusses the impact of the 1km tower. From King Kong climbing the Empire State Building...

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