Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — ADNOC Logistics & Services plc has taken delivery of its sixth 175,000 m³ new-build LNG carrier from Jiangnan Shipyard in China. The addition of this vessel further strengthens ADNOC L&S’ role in enabling the reliable movement of energy across global markets. The vessel is part of a US$1.2 billion LNG fleet order placed in 2022, supporting the expansion and modernisation of the company’s fleet to meet global market demand with enhanced efficiency. Captain Abdulkareem Al Masabi, CEO of ADNOC L&S, said, “Each new carrier strengthens our ability to reliably deliver energy and essential commodities…
DUBAI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — Speakers at a session titled ‘Reshaping the Gulf’s Image in Global Media’ outlined a strategic roadmap to transform regional media from a defensive actor into the author and director of the global narrative. They highlighted the strategic weight of the regional image as a soft-power asset, calling for proactive management and comprehensive intellectual and cultural safeguards. The session is part of the Gulf Creators event organised today by the UAE Government Media Office today at Atlantis, The Palm Dubai, bringing together more than 1,000 Gulf media professionals, thinkers, and content creators. Speakers at the…
SK Group recently entered into agreements with Vietnamese partners to build data centres and develop the country’s AI ecosystem. A move that is certain to expand the company’s AI strategy internationally. Through subsidiaries SK Telekom and SK Innovation, the conglomerate struck memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with the Vietnam’s National Innovation Center (NIC) and the Nghe An Provincial government. The deals cover the potential buildout of an AI data centre project in Nghe An, Vietnam’s largest province located on the northern coast. SK Innovation will first assess feasibility around the facility’s energy supply, potentially exploring a link to the Quynh Lap…
UAE residents can expect fair to partly cloudy in general on Tuesday (April 28), according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather department noted that there will be another increase in temperatures on Tuesday, with mercury reaching up to 43ºC in some parts of the country. In Dubai, temperatures will reach up to 40ºC, while mercury in Abu Dhabi can reach up to 39ºC. Light to moderate Southeasterly to Northeasterly winds, freshening at times, are expected to blow across the country. These winds will be gentle with a speed of 10-25kmph and reaching up to 40kmph, and will…
DUBAI, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — The World Free Zones Organization (World FZO), headquartered in Dubai, announced that it will host its 12th annual World Congress from 12th to 14th May 2026 in Panama City, bringing together more than 1,500 policymakers, business leaders and zone C-suite executives from across the globe. The Congress will be formally opened by His Excellency José Raúl Mulino, President of Panama, in the presence of Bernardo Arévalo de León, President of the Republic of Guatemala, and Luis Abinader, President of the Dominican Republic. It will also convene more than 20 ministers, senior government officials and…
SHARJAH, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW) has completed the Ladies Beach Park project in Dibba Al Hisn, covering a total area of 6,350 square metres, as part of its efforts to develop recreational and service facilities dedicated to women and enhance quality of life in the area. The project includes the construction of a building comprising two wings that house a fitness hall, a creativity hall, a café, administrative offices, a clinic, a prayer room, and guard rooms, in addition to various supporting services, providing an integrated environment for sports, social, and recreational activities.…
Google recently commenced construction work on its first data centre in Austria. The project is pitched as a boost for AI capacity and regional digital infrastructure, with heat reuse and water restoration initiatives baked into the project. The tech giant stated the data centre will support growing demand for Google’s AI capabilities and digital services including Search, YouTube, Maps and Workspace across Europe. Once complete, the site in Kronstorf will create 100 direct jobs, with thousands more expected through construction, suppliers and local businesses. The facility is being built heat recovery-ready, with a green roof and solar panels. Google explained…
Client growth remained strong, with active clients increasing by 18% year-on-year and net deposits rising by 39% quarter-on-quarter Published: Mon 27 Apr 2026, 5:37 PM CFI Financial Group, a globally recognised leader in online trading services, has started 2026 with its strongest quarter to date, recording trading volumes of $2.3 trillion. This represents an 11% increase compared to Q4 2025 and an 81% rise year-on-year, building on the momentum of a strong 2025, where total volumes reached $6.4 trillion. Q1 performance overview The quarter’s strong performance was supported by steady growth in client activity across markets and continued momentum in new…
SHARJAH, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW) is implementing the Midline project for rainwater and groundwater drainage at a cost of AED500 million, marking one of the emirate’s largest strategic infrastructure developments. The project enhances drainage efficiency across key areas through an integrated engineering system extending over long distances and serving densely populated districts. Despite much of the work being underground, it plays a critical role in preventing water accumulation, maintaining traffic flow, and safeguarding urban life. The development is divided into three interconnected zones. The first includes a 16 km main transmission and secondary…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 27th April, 2026 (WAM) — As part of its efforts to enhance the transportation system and simplify the mobility experience within the emirate, Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has signed an agreement with Uber, to launch the Uber app services in the emirate. The agreement aims to strengthen the transport ecosystem in Ras Al Khaimah and provide smart and diverse mobility options by enabling users to book taxis and limousines through the Uber app. The agreement was signed by Esmaeel Hasan Al Blooshi, Director-General of RAKTA, and Tala Nsouli, General Manager of Uber UAE, at RAKTA’s…