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Advancing sustainable mobility across the Middle East

EV LAB invests in Pure Electric, kicks off partnership with new lineup of e-scooters

  • New lineup delivers a strong blend of performance, innovation, and clever design for modern eco-conscious cities
  • UAE micromobility market is projected to reach USD 2,014.8 million by 2030
  • The partnership also marks a major celebration in line with Adam Norris’ son, Lando Norris, claiming his maiden F1 World Championship title in Abu Dhabi

UAE, December 08, 2025: EV LAB, the region’s first omni-channel multi-brand EV store, has invested in Pure Electric, a global specialist in electric micromobility founded by British entrepreneur Adam Norris, and will serve as the brand’s exclusive partner across the Middle East. The partnership kicked off with the launch of Pure Electric’s three new e-scooters in the UAE – Air⁴, Pure x McLaren, and Pure Flex. The collaboration marks a pivotal move towards advancing sustainable transport solutions and supporting the UAE’s goal of reaching Net Zero by 2050.

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Launch of BNW Real Estate Fund

BNW Developments and Enlightened Minds Investments Forge a Strategic Partnership to Launch BNW Real Estate Fund

USD 300 million fund set to accelerate real estate opportunities through land acquisition, project completion support, and premium development initiatives

Dubai, UAE, 8th December 2025 – BNW Developments and Enlightened Minds Investments have officially entered a strategic association as Co-General Partners to launch the BNW Real Estate Fund, which had capital commitments of USD 27 million on the day of launch itself, aimed at accelerating premium real estate development across the UAE. The partnership was formalized during an exclusive signing ceremony in the presence of select investors and industry stakeholders.

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Asyad Group Executes a Complex Air Transport from Italy to Oman for OQRPI

  • This successful collaboration highlights Asyad Group as a trusted logistics partner for the oil and gas sector

Muscat, Oman | 7 December 2025: Asyad Group successfully executed a mission-critical transport operation for OQ Refineries and Petrochemical Industries (OQRPI). The specialized project involved rapid and secure relocation of 25 tons of essential, heavy equipment from Italy to Oman using a dedicated (Boeing F 747) cargo charter. Managed entirely by Asyad’s specialized project logistics teams, the equipment was delivered safely and in strict adherence to the established schedule to OQRPI’s Sohar warehouse facility, showcasing Asyad’s ability to coordinate large, complex operations with precision and reliability.

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Malaysia Secures Strong Investor Interest in Dubai, Concluding High-Impact Special Business Mission 2025

Mission generates 43 qualified leads and AED 56.4 million in potential investments for Malaysian franchise and SME brands

DUBAI,UAE: Malaysia’s Special Business Mission to Dubai has wrapped up with resounding success, generating significant investor interest and reaffirming Malaysia’s position as a rising global player in the franchise and SME ecosystem. Held recently, the four-day mission brought together Malaysian franchisors, SMEs, government agencies, and strategic partners in a high-impact program designed to strengthen Malaysia–UAE business relations and accelerate Malaysia’s entry into the GCC’s fast-growing retail and franchise markets.

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UAE-China Entrepreneurs Forum to boost Startup eco-system to accelerate US$101.8 bn bilateral trade to US$200 bn by 2030

UAE and Chinese entrepreneurship and start-up associations sign series of agreements with Chinese counterparts to boost cross-border cooperation in technology, innovation, AI, Machine Learning, Robotics and investment

Date: Dubai, UAE; December 6, 2025

News Highlights:

Bilateral trade between the UAE and China is expected to double from US$101.8 billion in 2024 to US$200 billion by 2030;

China has over 116,383 startups, making it the seventh-largest startup hub globally. Of these, 32,700 have collectively raised US$1.02 trillion in venture capital and private equity;

China is home to 146 unicorns. A total of 11,277 investors have participated in 30,526 funding rounds, with 5,813 startups securing early-stage funding and 1,670 raising late-stage funding;

The UAE is home to 52,719 startups, as of late 2025. Approximately 2,815 of these start-ups have collectively raised around US$97 billion in venture capital and private equity.

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