Tracking energy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Energy · Business & EconomyBritain deploys HMS Dragon to Strait of Hormuz. Multinational escorts could cut maritime insurance 2-4%, lowering costs for UAE businesses and consumers importing goods.
Business & Economy · EnergyEmpower's Q1 net profit surged 44% to AED 208M. Discover how Dubai's district cooling expansion impacts residents, investors, and developers.
Business & Economy · EnergyUAE releases AED 367M in export financing for qualifying manufacturers under new EDB partnership. Lower interest rates, faster approvals, and support for food security, healthcare, and renewable energy sectors.
Technology · EnergyUAE's new OT cyber academy and AI defense system protect critical infrastructure including power, water, energy. Training starts 2026 in Abu Dhabi innovation centre.
Business & Economy · EnergyStrait of Hormuz tensions drive $60M weekly shipping cost increases. Learn how US-Iran deal negotiations affect UAE supply chains, energy prices, and business planning.
Energy · LifestyleMay temperatures in UAE hitting 40°C+ early. Expect doubled electricity bills, heat health risks, and shifted work schedules. Expert guide for residents.
Energy · Business & EconomyUS launches major operation to clear Iran's Hormuz blockade as oil hits $106/barrel. UAE residents face higher fuel, food, and transport costs despite Fujairah pipeline workaround.
Energy · Business & EconomyUS launches Project Freedom to rescue 2,000 stranded ships from Hormuz blockade. Discover how this operation affects UAE shipping routes, energy prices, and expatriate workers.
Business & Economy · EnergyNMDC Group's AED 6.6B Q1 revenue and AED 55.4B backlog guarantee construction work through 2027. New water and energy divisions open roles for engineers and contractors.