The Middle East

Located in the west of the emirate, Al Gharbia has long been an important pillar of Abu Dhabi’s economy. In the coming years, it is set for substantial investment as the government looks to rejuvenate the region and ensure that local talent is retained and plays an integral role in development. As such, over the next two decades, a host of...

While upstream activity may be grabbing all the headlines in Abu Dhabi, there is also substantial investment in the emirate’s midstream and downstream sector. Given the plans to significantly boost domestic oil production in the coming years, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has also turned its attention to the refining industry.

Located 160 km to the east of Abu Dhabi City, in the centre of a large oasis that has been inhabited for thousands of years, the “garden city” of Al Ain is known for its long history and traditional character. Unlike the gleaming towers of the capital, Al Ain is made up mostly of low-rise buildings in a traditional Arab style. The birthplace of...

Agriculture has long been a mainstay of the Al Gharbia region’s economy and among its chief employers. In the coming years, new projects will build on this agricultural base, moving into a variety of different areas and bringing additional value to the sector through the production of processed and finished goods.