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Construction
American University of Sharjah (AUS)
UAE researcher develops fire-resistant concrete for sustainable construction
Dr. Rami Hawileh’s research, conducted over ten years at the AUS Structures and Construction Materials Lab, focuses on creating concrete with non-metallic reinforcements and eco-friendly materials
food security
Tanmiah partners with China’s CDI to construct 100 broiler houses in Saudi Arabia
Work on the project is scheduled to begin in January 2025, with an estimated completion in December 2026
Emirates Green Building Council
EmiratesGBC, Global Green Growth Institute join forces to promote sustainable urban development in the UAE
The collaboration will be implemented through a combination of support mechanisms, training, knowledge platforms, and knowledge-sharing events
cement
Saudi’s City Cement to buy Umm Al Qura stake through capital hike
Post-capital hike, the shareholders of Saudi Arabia’s Umm Al Qura Cement will own 30.4% of its capital