UAE's ADNOC awards $1.36bn contract to build artificial islands
National Marine Dredging Company will build islands in first phase of development of the Ghasha oil and gas concession Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
February 2019
Saudi Arabia identifies five caves for ecotourism drive
Saudi Geological Survey reportedly plans to launch the projects as part of the Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
How Dubai motorists can now avoid paying their traffic fines
Dubai Police announces new initiative to offer discounts on traffic fines related to good behaviour Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Dubai retailer unveils plan for Umm Al Quwain mall, homes
Umm Al Quwain Coop Project, which will be managed by Union Coop, is expected to be completed in October 2020 Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Pope Francis departs, with message for UAE President
Head of the Catholic Church completes three-day visit to Abu Dhabi, the first to the Gulf region Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Dubai royal backs cryptocurrency fund manager Invao
Emirates Group chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum to support Invao as it seeks investors in the UAE Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Architects sought to design new Saudi cinema project
Art Jameel launches global competition to design cinema for Jeddah’s Hayy Creative Hub Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Online travel agencies' commission 'too high', says UAE hotel CEO
Khalid Anib said hotel operators should attempt to reduce commission rates by OTAs, which can be as high as 22% Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
UAE leaders, Pope Francis discuss 'road map for harmony'
UAE royals hold historic meeting at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi with Pope Francis Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)
Garcia avoids suspension over Saudi International meltdown
Spanish star was thrown out of the event on Saturday after complaints that Garcia had displayed his frustration by damaging six greens Source: Arabian Business Industry News (ITP.NET)