TAG 91.1

TAG PACK UP NA
Duyan
Ben&Ben

Listen To TAG 91.1

New projects worth AED 10 billion underway along UAE’s East Coast

Saturday, 9 January 2021 17:32

WAM

Infrastructure projects valued at AED 10 billion are currently underway along the East Coast of the UAE.

Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure said that the projects are a part of the 2018-2023 five-year plan.

The projects also include upgrading of the existing Sheikh Hamad bin Abdullah Road at a total cost of AED 250 million. This is in addition to AED 96.7 million new headquarters of the Fujairah Police.

During his tour of the projects, Al Mazrouei said that the ministry is overseeing 104 dams and levees. He added that over 40 million cubic metres of rainwater was stored at the ministry's dams last year.

More from Business

Warsh wins confirmation as Fed chair, with inflation on the march

The US Senate on Wednesday voted to confirm Kevin Warsh as the chair of the Federal Reserve, paving the way for the lawyer, financier and former central-bank governor to take the reins of the Fed.
Dubai Taxi Company to acquire National Taxi

Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has announced a major expansion deal, signing an agreement to acquire National Taxi, one of the UAE’s established taxi operators, in a transaction valued at AED 1.45 billion.
Dubai Holding becomes largest shareholder of Emaar Properties

Dubai Holding has acquired a 22.27 per cent equity stake in Emaar Properties from the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), becoming the company's largest shareholder with a total 29.73 per cent stake.
Abu Dhabi gets AED55 billion boost for 24 infrastructure projects

Abu Dhabi has greenlighted 24 infrastructure projects under a new AED55 billion public-private partnership that will see the development of roads, flood control systems and education campuses among others.
Abu Dhabi aims for 80% local materials in housing projects

Abu Dhabi plans to increase the use of locally manufactured building materials in housing developments to as much as 80 per cent under a new agreement between two government entities.

Recently Played

Latest Blogs

Pinoy Bulletin May 11 - 15, 2026
Pinoy Expat Corner

Welcome to Pinoy Bulletin, your go-to source for staying informed about important announcements, exciting group activities, community events, and job opportunities!
Pinoy Tribe with Lightning Scientific Arnis International (LSAI)
Pinoy Expat Corner

How did Lightning Scientific Arnis International Dubai begin here in the UAE? What are the main skills and disciplines learned in Arnis training? #pinoytribe #TagPuyatanNa
Pinoy Bulletin May 4 - 8, 2026
Pinoy Expat Corner