This year’s expanded list – which has grown from 100 to 150 – introduces a three-category structure that captures the full spectrum of Arab influence
Business
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Alserkal Avenue
Dubai homegrown brand bkry announces UAE, Egypt expansion
bkry, which operates from Al Quoz in Dubai, has attracted customers from Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Ras Al Khaimah, and other cities
Al Ain Farms Group
New 260,000sqft logistics hub in Dubai set to accelerate food distribution
The hub, to be created by Al Ain Farms Group and Food Tech Valley will strengthen UAE’s food security and enhance sustainability
DP World
Dubai’s National Industries Park secures $273mn in new projects
NIP forms part of DP World’s flagship assets in the UAE, including Jebel Ali Port and Jebel Ali Free Zone
Dubai
Rove Hotels launches HQ by Rove office concept in Dubai’s Business Bay
HQ by Rove sits on Marasi Bay Marina, steps from the canal promenade and minutes from Dubai Design District and Downtown Dubai
Marjan
Marjan completes infrastructure at RAK Central development in Ras Al Khaimah
RAK Central is a business district designed to be the commercial nucleus of Ras Al Khaimah
Dubai
Dubai South launches Digital Business Hub for same-day company formation
The platform operates within Dubai South Business Park and offers same-day licensing, end-to-end digital applications, and a founder-first approach to company formation
Bahrain
Bahrain businessman Khalid Kanoo dies at 84
Born in 1941, Khalid Kanoo belonged to one of Bahrain’s most prominent merchant families
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi issues 5,930 new business licences to Emirati women in one year
The data shows that 2,768 licences (46.6 per cent of new licences issued to Emirati women) were issued under the Mobdea licence scheme in Abu Dhabi
Dubai
Indian companies lead Dubai Chamber registrations in first half of 2025
The figures demonstrate Dubai’s continued appeal as a destination for Indian investors and entrepreneurs
DMCC
Dubai’s DMCC signs MoU with Swedish fintech Vermiculus to strengthen technology ecosystems
The partnership will see the two entities explore collaboration in the deployment of critical financial technology solutions for exchanges, clearing houses and central securities depositories, including joint projects and knowledge transfer initiatives
logistics business
Saudi’s Sadr Logistics inks $66.66mn services contract with Starlinks
The 10-year agreement, signed on August 20, covers the provision of logistics and warehousing services to third parties, beginning in September 2025
AstroLabs
The Hospitality Network expands Saudi business with new Riyadh office
It will enable THN to stage meaningful conversations, forge new partnerships, and tailor its solutions to help stakeholders keep pace with the changes
Audemars Piguet
Audemars Piguet acquires majority stake in Inhotec SA
The investment aims to strengthen Inhotec SA’s position in the Swiss watchmaking industrial ecosystem and support its long-term development
Cafu
Parkin turns Dubai’s parking spaces into ‘moment of convenience’ with CAFU tie-up
CAFU will offer on-demand fuel delivery and car wash services for vehicles parked at Parkin facilities starting Thursday, August 14
architectural design
Mark Zeff has ambitious vision for the region’s design landscape
Mark Zeff is an international, full-service consulting firm based in New York City.
