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Dubai is a city known for its impressive skyline, modern infrastructure, and luxurious amenities. The city is committed to progress and growth, as evident in its pioneering and ambitious megaprojects. Here are eight upcoming Dubai megaprojects that are set to transform the city’s landscape.
Dubai Islands, formerly known as Deira Islands, are set to redefine the concept of waterfront living. The five-island development will offer innovative living experiences, cultural hubs, recreational sports beaches, and beach clubs. The islands will be home to over 80 resorts and hotels, including luxury and wellness resorts, boutiques, family hotels, and eco-conscious hotels. The project will also include 20 kilometres of beaches, including a Blue Flag-certified beach.
The UAE's Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) and the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) have announced the launch of the Industrial Technology Transformation Index (ITTI).
Her Excellency Sarah Bint Yousef Al Amiri, UAE Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, announced ITTI at the World Government Summit 2023, which runs until February 15 under the theme ‘Shaping Future Governments’.
Jordan has become a regional leader in renewable energy, with the country ranking first in the Arab world in terms of installed capacity of renewable energy sources last year.
In a significant achievement, Saudi Arabia has sent its first shipment of independently certified low-carbon ammonia to Japan for use as fuel in power generation.
The ammonia was produced by Sabic Agri-Nutrients with feedstock from Aramco and sold by Aramco Trading Company to the Fuji Oil Company.
Technical support was provided by Mitsui OSK Lines and Japan Oil Engineering Co.
Zain Bahrain has partnered with Rental Solutions & Services (RSS) to implement a renewable power source at one of its commercial 5G sites, with plans to expand the solution to more sites.
LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (LONGi), committed to being the most valuable solar technology company in the world, has donated 20 kW of its newest module product, Hi-MO 6, to Beirut’s Al Zaharaa hospital in collaboration with its local distributor, AGS International.
Abengoa,a Spanish multinational company in the green infrastructure, energy, and water sectors, in partnership with SEPCOIII, a Chinese construction and engineering company that designs, builds, operates, and owns power plants, has announced the commercial operation of the second phase of the Taweelah desalination plant in Abu Dhabi, following the successful completion of contractual tests.
HEISCO and Mitsubishi Power Limited Consortium have signed a contract worth KWD 90.9 million (USD 298.3 million) with the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy in Kuwait.
Sustainability is increasingly important in the luxury travel sector in the Middle East, particularly in the United Arab Emirates, where 61% of residents are willing to pay more for eco-friendly experiences, according to YouGov.
One in 10 consumers has stayed in luxury eco-friendly accommodation in the past three years, and high-income travellers' sustainable hotel stays have increased by 50% during the same period.
The construction industry is one of the most polluting and resource-intensive sectors on the planet, but it can significantly reduce its carbon footprint with the help of state-of-the-art technologies, according to Paul Wallett, Regional Director of Trimble Solutions in the Middle East and India.