Greenlogue/AP TotalEnergies and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar have signed a binding agreement to create a $2.2 billion joint venture that will combine their onshore renewable energy activities across nine Asian markets, in a move that underlines how large energy groups are shifting capital towards power demand growth in the region. The partners said the new platform will be owned equally, based in Abu […]
Real estate developers across the UAE are sticking to original construction and launch schedules despite a regional war that has lifted energy and materials costs, with industry participants signalling that any easing in prices and transaction volumes is more likely to be temporary than structural while the conflict runs on. Market activity has slowed in parts of the sector, but there has been no broad retreat from […]
Masdar and TotalEnergies have signed a binding agreement to combine their onshore renewable energy portfolios across nine Asian markets into a 50:50 joint venture valued at $2.2 billion, marking one of the more significant cross-border clean energy tie-ups involving Gulf and European players this year. The new platform, to be headquartered in Abu Dhabi, is set to become the exclusive vehicle through which the two companies develop, […]
United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are set to dominate Middle East sustainable bond issuance this year, with total regional volumes projected to reach between $20 billion and $25 billion, according to S&P Global, as governments and corporations accelerate funding for climate and energy transition goals. The ratings agency estimates that the two largest Gulf economies already accounted for about 80 per cent of sustainable bond issuance […]
Greenlogue/AP Abu Dhabi’s flagship Al Dhafra Solar Photovoltaic Independent Power Plant has secured long-term refinancing through a major green bond issuance worth US$870.75 million, underscoring the emirate’s ambition to anchor clean energy financing in global capital markets. The transaction was announced during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 by a consortium led by Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC, working alongside Emirates Water and Electricity Company, Abu Dhabi […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi-based clean energy company Masdar has reached financial close on the Ibri III Solar Independent Power Project in Oman, marking a milestone for the sultanate’s power sector as it brings together utility-scale solar generation with battery energy storage for the first time. The project is being developed by a consortium comprising Masdar, Al Khadra Partners, Korea Midland Power Co. and OQ Alternative […]
Greenlogue/AP A consortium led by Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company Masdar has achieved financial close for Oman’s first utility-scale solar power project integrated with battery energy storage, marking a significant step in the Sultanate’s clean energy transition and long-term decarbonisation strategy. The project, located in the Wilayat of Manah in the Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate, is designed to supply enough electricity to power about 33,000 homes while avoiding […]
Greenlogue/AP Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar has signed a long-term power purchase agreement for a 150-megawatt solar photovoltaic project in Angola, marking its first contracted power deal in the country and extending the company’s African portfolio at a time when regional governments are accelerating grid expansion and energy diversification. The agreement covers the Quipungo Solar PV project, located in Angola’s southern region, and was […]
Taraf, the real estate arm of Yas Holding, has entered a strategic development partnership with Masdar City to deliver Fay Hills, a 153-acre residential masterplan positioned at the centre of Abu Dhabi’s flagship sustainable urban district. The project reflects a broader shift in the capital’s property market towards low-carbon living, wellness-focused design and long-term community planning. Located within Masdar City, Fay Hills is planned as four interconnected […]
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, known as Masdar, has withdrawn from a consortium seeking to take ReNew Energy Global private, bringing the proposed buyout of the Nasdaq-listed renewable power producer to an abrupt end and sending a fresh signal about the challenges facing large-scale clean energy transactions. ReNew disclosed the development in a filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission, confirming that the investor group will […]
Greenlogue/AP Masdar, a global leader in renewable energy, has signed a landmark agreement to develop Uzbekistan’s largest standalone battery energy storage system in the Navoiy region. The deal marks a significant step in the country’s energy transformation as it seeks to bolster grid reliability and enhance the integration of renewable energy sources. The 600 MW / 600 MWh BESS will be pivotal in supporting Uzbekistan’s growing renewable […]
A landmark agreement has been signed by the UAE clean-energy firm Masdar and Austrian integrated energy company OMV to establish a joint venture for the financing, construction and operation of a 140 MW green-hydrogen electrolyser plant at Bruck an der Leitha, Austria. The plant is expected to commence operations in 2027, following the commencement of construction in September 2025. OMV will hold a 51 per cent majority […]
Greenlogue/AP A partnership between clean-energy pioneer Masdar and integrated fuels and chemicals company OMV will create a 140 megawatt green-hydrogen electrolyser plant in Bruck an der Leitha, Austria, with operations targeted for 2027. The binding agreement grants Masdar a 49 per cent stake while OMV retains 51 per cent and oversees day-to-day operations. The venture is projected to produce up to 23,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually, […]
Greenlogue/AP Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar has secured two large-scale solar photovoltaic projects in Saudi Arabia, with a combined capacity of 2 gigawatts, under the country’s sixth round of the National Renewable Energy Programme. One facility, located in Najran Province, will deliver 1,400 megawatts, and the other, in Jizan Province, will provide 600 MW. Both projects will operate on a build-own-operate basis and are […]
The groundbreaking ceremony of the world’s first gigascale round-the-clock renewable energy project took place in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in the global transition to sustainable energy. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, deputy chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, was present at the event, which will see the integration of solar power and cutting-edge battery storage technologies capable […]
Abu Dhabi has initiated a landmark pilot for self-driving delivery vehicles in Masdar City, with the Integrated Transport Centre collaborating with K2 and EMX under oversight from the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council. The operation includes the issuance of the emirate’s first licence plate for an autonomous delivery vehicle.
The vehicles, developed by K2’s Autogo subsidiary, are designed to travel urban routes and deliver orders without direct human control, using artificial intelligence and smart mobility systems. Officials say the trial is a stepping-stone toward broader commercial deployment across the emirate.
This pilot follows approved Level 4 autonomous vehicle trials in Masdar City, overseen by the Integrated Transport Centre in partnership with the smart mobility provider Solutions+, a Mubadala firm. Under these trials, vehicles are operating over a 2.4-kilometre geofenced route linking landmarks such as the Siemens building, Central Park, My City Centre Masdar mall, and others. Initially safety officers are onboard; remote control from a central operations hub is planned as trust and performance increase.
Regulators emphasise that safety, compliance, and adaptability are core to the initiative. Dr Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Acting Director-General of the ITC, stated that the project marks a significant milestone in Abu Dhabi’s strategy to support innovation while ensuring legal and operational frameworks protect public welfare. Ahmed Baghoum, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar City, described the undertaking as a leap forward in autonomous mobility capabilities and aligned with the emirate’s vision of sustainable, technological integration.
Tariq Al Wahedi, Group CEO of 7X, said that through its logistics arm EMX, the company views this pilot as part of a broader last-mile delivery ecosystem. He indicated plans to expand coverage beyond Masdar City to areas such as Khalifa City and Dubai, with full commercial rollout expected within the next twelve months.
The moves align with Abu Dhabi’s goals under its smart mobility strategy, including the target that a quarter of all trips in the emirate use smart transport solutions by 2040. The ambitions also dovetail with the UAE’s broader sustainability framework, including its Net Zero by 2050 initiative.
Taraf, the real-estate arm of Yas Holding, has entered a joint venture with Masdar City to build a residential community covering 1.4 million square metres within Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s flagship sustainable innovation hub. The development will offer over 1,000 homes, including two- to six-bedroom villas and townhouses, with freehold ownership options.
Designed around a neighbourhood cluster model, the community emphasises human-centred amenities: shaded walkways, cycling routes linked to Al Masar Park, numerous parks, and extensive open spaces for wellbeing and active lifestyles. The layout will also include family-friendly infrastructure: dedicated clubs, safe environments for children, and walkable areas throughout.
Low Ping, Group CEO of Yas Holding, said that this project reflects Taraf’s strategy of building “design-led communities that inspire modern living where sustainability and innovation come together,” and that it aligns with Abu Dhabi’s Falcon Economy Vision for dynamic, connected growth. Ahmed Baghoum, CEO of Masdar City, emphasised the intention for the development to combine Taraf’s design focus with Masdar’s sustainability framework, creating a place “where people can live, work, learn, and innovate” under low-carbon principles.
This project represents a growing trend in the UAE towards full-community developments built on sustainable, low-carbon design and green infrastructure. Masdar City has already established itself as a leader in eco-innovation, hosting many businesses, research centres and incubation hubs under strict environmental standards. The inclusion of freehold ownership is relatively rare in developments of this nature in Masdar City, potentially making the homes attractive to investors and owners seeking long-term assets.
Investors and urban planners are likely to monitor how the community balances high design and sustainable living with affordability and infrastructure delivery. Ensuring that walkable, shaded and bike-friendly pathways are effectively integrated, as well as ensuring accessibility of services such as schools, healthcare and public transport, will be critical to the success of the development.
Regulatory and market conditions in Abu Dhabi have been increasingly favourable to sustainable urban development, with government policy pushing for low-carbon goals, renewable energy adoption, and integrated infrastructure. Abu Dhabi’s Falcon Economy Vision is central to this, aiming for economic diversification and environmental sustainability together.
As the morning light kisses the glazed curtain wall of the Burj Khalifa over the Persian Gulf, and the evening breeze of Doha whispers against the dome of the Museum of Islamic Art, a practice team named “Weihai Yangxing” from Weiyang College of Tsinghua University is measuring the lands of the Middle East with their footsteps and building bridges of cooperation through dialogue. From August 14 to 24, […]
Greenlogue/AP The United Arab Emirates is elevating its contribution to the global clean‑energy shift through an ambitious expansion of solar generation capacity, backed by major state and private entities, spanning domestic projects and international initiatives. Domestically, the Al Dhafra Solar PV project near Abu Dhabi, boasting a capacity of 2 GW, remains one of the world’s largest single‑site solar power plants and significantly bolsters the UAE’s installed solar capacity […]
Greenlogue/AP Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company is poised to receive continued backing from the local government to fuel its expansion in the energy sector. As part of an ongoing commitment to achieve its ambitious target of 100 gigawatts in renewable energy capacity, the Abu Dhabi government will provide regular equity injections for brownfield projects. This financial support underscores the government’s confidence in Masdar’s role as a key […]
Greenlogue/AP The United Arab Emirates and Senegal have formalised a significant partnership aimed at addressing Africa’s escalating water and sanitation challenges. This collaboration, announced during the 2025 UN Ocean Conference, underscores a shared commitment to sustainable water management and climate resilience across the continent. At the heart of this initiative is the establishment of an integrated water-ocean management framework, designed to harmonise freshwater and marine ecosystems. This […]
ADNOC Group’s six publicly listed entities posted a combined net profit of USD 4.7 billion for the first half of 2025, underscoring how the widespread deployment of advanced artificial intelligence across operations has sharpened efficiency and underpinned robust growth.
At the heart of this transformation lies MEERAi, ADNOC’s proprietary AI platform. It is deployed across ADNOC Gas, ADNOC Distribution, ADNOC Drilling, ADNOC Logistics & Services, Fertiglobe and Borouge, delivering real-time, data-driven insights that are elevating decision-making and operational precision across the board.
ADNOC Gas achieved a record Q2 net income of USD 1.385 billion, marking a 16 per cent year-on-year rise, while EBITDA increased 8 per cent to USD 2.256 billion, propelled by surging local demand and operational prowess. Investors will see the payoff as the board approved an interim dividend of USD 1.792 billion, up 5 per cent, due for disbursement in September 2025. MEERAi’s impact was central in guiding the board’s strategic decisions.
ADNOC Distribution delivered its highest first-half EBITDA to date—USD 566 million, up 10 percent—with net profit climbing 12.2 percent to USD 358 million. Fuel volumes surged to a record 7.62 billion litres, and non-fuel retail gross profit lifted 14.9 percent. The AI-driven enhancements include predictive fuel-demand forecasting, intelligent assortment planning and hyper-personalised customer offerings. The company introduced MEERAi to its board for real-time strategic oversight, and it expects to distribute a USD 350 million dividend in October 2025.
ADNOC Drilling also delivered standout performance, with management attributing its ability to scale through diverse energy cycles to advanced technologies including AI. The board approved a USD 217 million second-quarter dividend in August 2025. The company is also pursuing regional expansion, including a majority stake acquisition in SLB’s land drilling business across Kuwait and Oman.
Borouge’s AI, digitalisation and technology programme generated USD 307 million in value, including an AI-powered control room in collaboration with Honeywell and integration with MEERAi. New product innovations such as medical-grade polyolefins and recyclable packaging also featured prominently.
Meanwhile, ADNOC’s broader push to harness AI is also playing a central role in its clean-energy pivot. Following earlier investments in AI tools like RoboWell and AR360, which generated USD 500 million in value and reduced around one million tonnes of CO₂ emissions between 2022 and 2023, the company is now deploying AI to advance low-carbon energy frontiers including hydrogen and carbon management, in partnership with entities such as SOCAR, Microsoft and Masdar.
Across all six listed companies, the near-term financial performance echoes the effectiveness of ADNOC’s strategy of embedding AI across both core operations and emerging markets. The unified deployment of MEERAi is not just enhancing control-room functions, but reshaping boardroom dynamics, driving smarter strategy execution, operational optimisation, emissions reduction and product innovation.
Key players in this transformation include the leadership of ADNOC Distribution, championing digital retail evolution; ADNOC Drilling’s CEO Abdulla Ateya Al Messabi, who has publicly credited AI for the company’s resilience and growth momentum; and the broader ADNOC executive team, aligning technology and energy transition goals. Their collective efforts are reinforcing ADNOC’s position as a global energy player committed to leveraging AI for sustainable value creation.
Greenlogue/AP Emirates Water & Electricity Company has formally invited bids for a new combined-cycle gas turbine power plant—dubbed Taweelah C—designed to be carbon-capture ready. The facility, to be located within the Al Taweelah Power and Desalination Complex around 50 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, is slated to deliver up to 2.5 gigawatts of electricity and is expected to commence commercial operations in the third quarter of 2028. […]
Greenlogue/AP Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with Emirates Development Bank to explore collaborative opportunities in the development and financing of distributed solar projects across the UAE. This partnership comes at a critical time when the UAE is accelerating its commitment to renewable energy and sustainability as part of its broader goals for economic diversification and industrial […]
