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A newly renovated luxury villa in Arabian Ranches 2 has achieved a record-breaking sale of AED 14.5 million, representing the highest recorded property transaction in the community and underscoring the rising demand for exclusive, high-end homes in the area. The six-bedroom property, which sits on an expansive 7,543 sq.ft plot, was fully renovated by leading construction and design firm DMDC following a premium aesthetic of modern minimalism. The villa features an array of amenities including walk-in wardrobes, en-suite bathrooms, two spacious living rooms, a state-of-the-art German Hacker kitchen, a dining room for formal occasions, and a dedicated office space. Outdoor…
Santos signed a mid-term LNG supply contract with QatarEnergy Trading to supply approximately 0.5 million tonnes of LNG per annum over a two-year period starting in 2026. The LNG will be supplied from Santos’ portfolio of world-class LNG assets on a delivered ex-ship basis. Kevin Gallagher, Santos Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, said the contract with QET is an “extension of our existing strong business relationship and a great opportunity for both Santos and QET to leverage their expertise in Asian LNG markets”. “This contract reinforces our ability to leverage our flexible LNG portfolio to achieve great outcomes for…
Burjeel Holdings, the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX)-listed super-speciality healthcare services provider in the region, has expanded its operations in Saudi Arabia following the acquisition of a 100 per cent stake in Riyadh’s PhysioTrio Physiotherapy Center. The deal was done through its subsidiary, Burjeel Arabia, and reinforces the company’s commitment to advancing its capabilities in physiotherapy and rehabilitation services in Saudi. Burjeel expands Saudi healthcare footprint PhysioTrio, established in 2013, is known for its patient care, operational efficiency, and high patients demand. It will become part of Burjeel’s PhysioTherabia network, the largest physiotherapy and wellness network in the Kingdom. PhysioTrio…
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Etihad Airways has touched down in Atlanta for the first time, expanding its US footprint and connecting the cultural and commercial heart of the US Southeast with Abu Dhabi and beyond. The launch marks another milestone in Etihad’s North American expansion. Etihad’s first flight from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport to Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport touched down on July 2, making Atlanta the fifth US gateway in Etihad’s global network, joining New York City, Chicago, Washington DC, and Boston. Benefit for US-bound passengers at Zayed international Airport Visitors travelling from Abu Dhabi benefit from the convenience of the US…
Americana Restaurants International will make its entry into the region’s luxury food retail sector, after it signed an exclusive franchise agreement with carpo – the Greek brand renowned for its premium nuts, artisanal chocolates, and refined coffee. Known as the region’s biggest out-of-home dining and quick-service restaurant operator with brand such as KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee’s, Krispy Kreme, TGI Friday’s and Costa Coffee, the partnership with carpo represents a strategic diversification for Americana, expanding beyond its core restaurant operations into the high-margin premium retail space. Americana will have the exclusive rights to build and operate carpo stores in Kuwait and…
We are entering an age where growth is no longer the result of favourable conditions. It is shaped by resilience, discipline, and clarity of purpose. Today’s leaders must respond to a world defined by geopolitical fragmentation, shifting trade routes, supply chain disruptions, and intensifying regulatory pressure. Growth in this environment is not a passive outcome of expansion. It is the result of choices made deliberately and executed with conviction. Across the Middle East, governments and institutions are pushing forward with long-term transformation agendas despite these headwinds. This is not a sign of immunity to risk but rather a reflection of…
The DIFC Innovation Hub and Dubai Land Department (DLD) have launched the Dubai PropTech Hub, the Middle East’s first dedicated innovation centre for property technology. Located in the DIFC Innovation Hub, home to the largest fintech accelerator in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, the initiative aims to transform the real estate sector through collaboration, experimentation and scalable innovation. The Dubai PropTech Hub is expected to support more than 200 PropTech start-ups and scale-ups, generate over 3,000 jobs, and attract $300m in investment by 2030. The hub will offer startups customised licensing, purpose-built workspaces, advanced incubators, and…
Image courtesy: carpoworld.com/ for illustrative purposes Americana Restaurants International, the quick-service and casual dining operator in the MENA region and Kazakhstan, has signed an exclusive franchise agreement with premium lifestyle brand carpo, expanding its footprint into the luxury food retail sector. The agreement grants Americana the exclusive rights to operate carpo stores in Kuwait and Qatar, with further expansion planned across Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. The rollout will begin with flagship stores expected to open by late 2025. Founded in 1991 in Athens, carpo is known for its premium nuts, artisanal chocolates, and refined coffee, and operates in high-end locations…
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