NEOM, a sustainable city under construction in Saudi Arabia, has placed an order for eight Candela P-12s, the world’s first electric hydrofoil ships. These ships use 80% less energy than traditional vessels and offer longer range and endurance. This order is the largest ever for Candela Technology AB, a company based in Stockholm. The P-12 ships glide above the water on computer-controlled underwater wings, allowing them to be energy-efficient while reaching speeds of 25 knots and sustaining over two hours of travel time. They are designed to help operators move towards more sustainable fleets ..read more

Dubai is poised to host the world’s greenest highway, the Green Spine, an innovative project by URB. This groundbreaking development, powered entirely by renewable energy, predominantly solar, aims to convert Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road (E311) into a 64-kilometer eco-friendly corridor. The Green Spine will include solar-powered trams operating on solar panel-covered tracks, surrounded by urban farms and gardens where residents can grow their own food and plants. This forward-thinking design is anticipated to benefit nearly eight million residents by promoting non-motorized transportation an ..read more

The Dubai street where it rains all year will be extended to 1 km to completely surround a new resort. The Marbella Resort, set to be finished in 2026, will also feature a snow plaza and coral reefs. Located on the World Islands, accessible only by private yacht, the Dh1 billion five-star hotel will draw inspiration from the Spanish resort town of Marbella. Once completed, it will be surrounded by half a million square meters of coral reefs, home to over 30 types of fish. Guests can enjoy snowfall year-round in the snow plaza. The developers claim the resort will be one of the first hotels wit ..read more

On Sunday, Dubai revealed plans for constructing its longest public beach in Jebel Ali, aimed at becoming a major eco-tourism destination. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, approved the 6.6km Jebel Ali Beach Development Project, which will let visitors watch turtles in their natural habitat. This project is part of a broader strategy to expand Dubai's public beaches by 400 percent under the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. “Our focus is on creating spaces rich in beaches, open areas, and recreational greens,” Sheikh Hamdan stated. “The ultimate goal is to enhance the well-being o ..read more

InterContinental Al Ahsa has teamed up with Bateel International to open a new Bateel Boutique and Café at the hotel. Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Al Ahsa, the hotel is part of the largest oasis in the world. The InterContinental Al Ahsa, which has 166 rooms, is surrounded by beautiful date palms. The hotel's General Manager, Walid al Haddad, said: "InterContinental Al Ahsa has always been a renowned hotel, known for its cultural significance due to its historic surroundings and rich natural environment. Our partnership with Bateel International and the launch of these new ..read more

Dubai’s Metro service will expand with more stations for commuters in the next few years, following a development plan approved by the emirate’s Executive Council. The expansion will increase the current 64 stations over 84 square kilometers to 96 stations over 140 square kilometers by 2030, and eventually to 140 stations over 228 square kilometers by 2040. This plan is part of the vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum. Key goals include boosting public transport use to 45%, reducing carbon emissions to 16 tonnes per capita, improving public ..read more

In May of this year, King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh achieved the top spot globally for punctuality in flight schedules, as announced by Cirium Diio, a leader in aviation analytics. This recognition highlights the airport's commitment to operational excellence and efficiency. Ayman Abu Ababa, CEO of Riyadh Airports Company, credited the airport and its partners for this accomplishment, emphasizing their dedication to delivering exceptional services. The airport's rise from third place in January to first place in just five months underscores its rapid advancement in global rankings ..read more

A significant development for Al Mamzar Beach was announced on Monday, June 3: a floating bridge will link its two sides. This 200-meter pedestrian bridge will be the first of its kind in Dubai, marking a milestone in the emirate's infrastructure advancements. The project is part of a broader initiative where authorities also revealed that Deira will host its first night beach, accessible 24/7. This ambitious program is spearheaded by Dubai’s urban planning committee, which has awarded contracts to enhance two of the city's most popular beach areas: Al Mamzar and Jumeirah 1. The Dh355-million ..read more

Oman plans to expand its aviation sector by opening six new airports by 2028-2029. This expansion aims to significantly increase the number of passengers using its airports from the current 17 million to an impressive 50 million by 2040. This initiative was announced by Naif Al Abri, the chairman of Oman’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), during the Future Aviation Forum held in Riyadh. With the addition of these six new airports, Oman will have a total of 13 airports, which will greatly enhance the country's domestic aviation infrastructure and support its growing tourism sector. In recent ye ..read more

A stunning new hotel and residential development is coming to Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, offering luxury hospitality and leisure. The Unexpected Al Marjan Island Hotel & Residences, by award-winning developer Almal Real Estate and the Palladium Hotel Group, will transform the island with unique architecture and immersive wellness, dining, and entertainment experiences. “This project is a significant milestone for us, and we are proud to shape luxury hospitality in the UAE and Ras Al Khaimah,” says Dmitriy Starovoitov, Founder of Almal Real Estate. “Our collaboration with The Unexpe ..read more