BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia. The MoU outlines the establishment of BlackRock Riyadh Investment Management (BRIM), a wholly owned subsidiary of BlackRock. The non-binding MoU between BlackRock and PIF sets the stage for the creation of […]
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Egypt
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Villeroy & Boch’s in Partnership with Keramika Magenta
Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy (MBH), has successfully advised Villeroy & Boch, a renowned German ceramics manufacturer, on their new partnership with Keramika Magenta. This collaboration marks Villeroy & Boch’s strategic move to start manufacturing
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Dreny & Partners Closes EGP 600 Million Issuance for Hermes
Dreny & Partners, has successfully closed the issuance of a senior unsecured short-term note for the Hermes Securities Brokerage Company (HSB), a subsidiary of EFG Hermes Holding. The transaction, worth EGP 600 million, marks the fifth
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Transport
United Arab Emirates
Historic Cross-Country Railway Project Connects UAE and Oman
In a landmark development, Siemens Mobility and Hassan Allam Construction have been awarded the contract to design and build the railway systems and integration for the Abu Dhabi – Sohar railway link. This project marks the
AD Ports Group, a global leader in trade facilitation, logistics, and industry, has recently signed a 20-year concession agreement with Unicargas and Multiparques to operate and enhance the Luanda Multipurpose Port Terminal. This landmark agreement,
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United Arab Emirates
Smart Urban Living: Aldar-Siemens Initiative at Saadiyat Grove
Aldar Properties and Siemens join forces to transform Saadiyat Grove into a global smart living exemplar. Using Siemens’ Xcelerator portfolio and Building X platform, Aldar will introduce the UAE’s first cloud-based smart district management
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United Arab Emirates
Freshfields Guides DP World in Seafreight Business Deal
Global law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer (‘Freshfields’) is advising in DP World’s latest move within the global supply chain landscape. Freshfields is advising DP World, the renowned company in global supply chain solutions headquartered
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United Arab Emirates
Masdar, EGA Join Forces for Low-Carbon Aluminium Solutions
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) have embarked on a strategic partnership aimed at advancing aluminium decarbonisation efforts and exploring avenues for low-carbon growth. The collaboration, solidified with the
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United Arab Emirates
ADNEC and Tadweer Forge Sustainable Waste Partnership
ADNEC Group has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tadweer Group, marking a significant step towards bolstering collaboration in waste management and sustainability initiatives. The MoU encompasses a broad spectrum of activities aimed
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Egypt
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PwC Report: Diversification Fuels 2024 M&A Boom in Middle East
The winds of change are blowing across the business landscape of the Middle East. With a focus on economic diversification and a growing embrace of clean energy and technology, the region is poised for a
