Machining wind turbine hubs in less time

Arnold MD: It's the final bill that counts!

More than ever before, machine makers must combine optimised dynamics, speed, precision, reliability, durability and price in their design processes. Workplace protective covers and especially guide rail coverings represent a special challenge for designers. The "flying panels" must be perfectly integrated in the overall design and simple to install. Moreover they must safely and durably perform their duties when installed, and at the same time have low maintenance requirements. If they do break

GCC sees upsurge in construction projects

The GCC construction industry will witness a pick-up in project activity towards the second half of the year until 2013 with contract awards reaching a high of US$150 billion, according to experts at the Arabian World Construction Summit 2012.

South Africa's mining sector to reach US$30.9B by 2016

DAFZA set to attract more Korean companies

Integrated SEZs to boost growth development in Africa

The inaugural African Caribbean Pacific Special Economic Zone Convention that took place in Mombasa, Kenya discussed the significance of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) for developing economies in general and how these SEZs could boost growth in existing export processing zones (EPZs) in Africa.

Dubai Exports concludes Dhs117M deals

DUBAL, EMAL create industry presence in China

Acknowledging the importance of the Far East and ASEAN regions - both of which represent major export markets for the premium purity, high quality primary aluminium produced in the UAE - Dubai Aluminium (DUBAL) and Emirates Aluminium (EMAL) has participated jointly in the annual ALUMINIUM China 2012 exhibition.

Foulath vice chairman appointed as Arab Iron and Steel Union chairman

Global steel investment firm Foulath's Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Mr. Khalid Al-Qadeeri, has been appointed Chairman of the Arab Iron and Steel Union (AISU). Foulath is claimed to be the world's first fully integrated steel producer from pelletizing till final product including stainless steel facility constructed at a single site.

EFG Hermes invests US$100M into Egypt refining firm

UAE urges change in geography of world aluminium industry

Midal establishes, invests in manufacturing facilities

Midal Cables Ltd is a success story born in 1977, conceived between Intersteel-Bahrain and Olex Cables-Australia. Its aim was to evolve a degree of industrial self-sufficiency in the Middle East by leading the way in manufacturing aluminium rod and electrical conductors. The seal of approval was given in 1978 when the project reached the completion and started commercial production. The company is now worldwide by establishing an aluminium rods, wires and conductors manufacturing plants in Aust