US$4 trillion worth of construction projects in MENA

There is currently an estimated US$4.2 trillion of ongoing construction projects in the MENA region, with the UAE representing the biggest slice of that, at US$698 billion.

Industrial production in Jordan up by 1.8%

According to Jordan News Agency, the general Industrial Price Index (IPI) of the industrial production has increased by 2.8 per cent during the first six months of 2012, compared with the same period of 2011, the monthly report issued by the Department of Statistics showed.

Dubai: Survey shows robust optimism among exporters, manufacturers

Stronger optimism among exporters, manufacturers and a number of retailers gearing for busier days ahead are the highlights of the latest quarterly business survey conducted by the Department of Economic Development ( DED ) in late June 2012.

Iran steel production experience growth upswing

Iran Daily reports more than five million tonnes of crude steel were produced in the country during the first four months of current Iranian year (March 20-July 21), showing an increase of 7.6 percent compared to the figure for the corresponding period of the preceding year.

Corrugated packaging still reigns after 130 years

While the nation celebrated the Queen's unique anniversary landmark, the Diamond Jubilee, 2012 is also an auspicious milestone for another integral part of UK society - corrugated packaging.

Mediterranean diet enriched with olive oil may protect bone

New study shows intake of olive oil associated with increase in bone formation markers

Cocoa compounds may reduce blood pressure

Bad news for environment

Online obesity treatment programmes show promise

Asia an emerging market for organic baby food

Key industry issues to be outlined at Vitafoods Asia

Regulation, trends and opportunities on the agenda from 5-7 September 2012 at the AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong

Butter flavoring in microwave popcorn a respiratory hazard

Ingredient thought safe for food industry workers could be toxic