Saudi Arabia
Mega projects reset aims steady growth
PIF’s newly approved 2026–2030 strategy is expected to reshape project prioritisation across Saudi Arabia, with construction no...
May Special Features
Water Security
AI, cybersecurity and PPPs to drive next phase of water resilience
As the UN declares a global water crisis, utilities and governments are turning to AI-driven analytics, digital twins, and smar...
Digitisation & Connected Construction
How connected data is transforming GCC’s mega-projects
Connected construction is moving beyond simple digitisation to create a fully integrated, data-driven ecosystem. SABARI KRISHNA...
Hardwood & Softwood
Saudi prefab timber sector gains traction amid shift to low-carbon construction
Engineered wood solutions are increasingly specified across residential and hospitality projects in Saudi Arabia, supported by ...
Trucks
Cat 707 wide-body model delivers durability and lifecycle value
With its rebuildable structure, fully integrated Cat powertrain, and reinforced chassis, the new Cat 707 wide-body truck is bui...
Focus: Building Urban Resilience
Tomorrow’s cities must be smart, sustainable and resilient
The future of stability depends on how cities withstand and recover from crisis. DR SHAIKHA FAY BINT ABDULLAH BIN MOHAMMED AL K...
Legally Bound
UAE Civil Code 2026: Contractor essentials
A sweeping overhaul of the UAE Civil Code is set to take effect this June, introducing clearer legal hierarchy and stricter goo...
Regional News
Nama signs PPAs for 3,500 MW projects
Oman’s Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (PWP) has signed new power purchase agreements (PPAs) with three independent...
Saudi Focus
NEOM rollout in stages, focus on Oxagon now: PIF
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) Governor Yasir Al Rumayyan said NEOM projects are presently being restructured to...
UAE Focus
Dubai to start work on $9.26bn Metro Gold Line
In a bold move towards the future, Dubai city has greenlit its most ambitious transport project yet: the all-new Gold Line of...
Events
Geberit highlights engineering precision at Milan Design Week
Swiss sanitary solutions provider Geberit International unveiled an immersive installation at the world’s largest and most...
Videos
GC TRADE News
DEWA posts record revenue of $1.76bn for first quarter
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), the emirate of Dubai’s exclusive electricity and water services provider, has reported a recor...
Retal lands contract for $830m residential community in Sultan Haitham City
Leading Saudi developer Retal has secured a key contract from Oman for the development of an integrated residential community on a 1.3 milli...
Esnaad completes MBR City residential project handover
Dubai developer Esnaad has announced the handover of its residential project in Mohammed Bin Rashid City, marking a key milestone in its jou...
Dubai Investments Q1 profits steady at $50.54m
Dubai Investments reported profit before tax of AED185.06 million ($50.54 million) for the three-month period ended March 31, 2026, compared...
Dubai Holding becomes Emaar Properties’ largest shareholder
Dubai Holding and the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD) have announced that Dubai Holding has acquired a 22.27 per cent equity stake in ...
RAK Ceramics delivers resilient Q1 2026 performance, revenue down slightly
RAK Ceramics, one of the world’s leading ceramics brands, delivered a resilient first-quarter performance in 2026, supported by robust deman...
Sohar Titanium project reaches production stage
Sohar Titanium project in Oman has reached 90 per cent completion, marking its transition into the final development phase, said DUBAL Holdi...
Binghatti Holding posts Q1 revenue of $1.19bn; profit reaches record $389m
Binghatti Holding Limited, a leading developer, has reported a net profit of AED1.43 billion ($389.38 million) for Q1 2026, representing a 7...
