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MAIR Group Announces Unaudited Preliminary Financial Results for FY 2025

MAIR Group Announces Unaudited Preliminary Financial Results for FY 2025, Reporting 11% YoY Growth in Net Profit

  • FY 2025 net profit up 11% supported by continued operational improvements despite revenue moderation
  • 2026 will see the rollout of the Abu Dhabi Citizens’ Food Products exclusive program, continued private-label expansion, the start of store remodeling at ADCOOP, and further growth in Makani’s commercial real estate portfolio including the recently announced acquisition of KEZAD Logistics Park – KLP Free Zone 3 (FZ3)

ABU DHABI, UAE – 11 February 2026: MAIR Group PJSC (ADX: MAIR) (“MAIR” or the “Group”), a strategic investment company focused on grocery retail and commercial real estate in the UAE, announced its unaudited preliminary financial results for the fiscal year ended 31 December 2025.

Ongoing Transformation Positions MAIR for the Next Phase of Growth

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AD Ports Group Joins Africa Ports Development’s (APD)

AD Ports Group Joins Africa Ports Development’s (APD) 30-Year Concession for the New Dry Bulk Terminal in Douala Port – Cameroon

  • Port of Douala is a vital link to Central Africa, handling 80% of the Cameroon’s bulk cargo and 85% of national trade volumes
  • Agreement broadens AD Ports Group’s presence and supports long term economic development in Africa
  • The new terminal is expected to create up to 4,000 direct and indirect job opportunities, supporting workforce development and economic growth in Cameroon
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Holcim launches Women in Sustainable Construction initiative to invest in the future of the industry

Strengthening  women’s leadership and capabilities across sustainable construction – supporting innovation, decarbonization, and long-term growth.

Dubai, UAE, February 12, 2026: Holcim has announced the launch of Women in Sustainable Construction (WISC), a long-term leadership and capability-building initiative across its UAE and Oman teams. The program is designed to advance the role of women across technical, operational, sustainability, and leadership functions through focused upskilling, active industry engagement, and mentorship, while reinforcing Holcim’s position as a leader in low-carbon and circular construction.

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National Bonds Launches an AI-Powered ChatGPT Guide in a First for a UAE Financial Institution

Caption: Interface of National Bonds Digital Guide on ChatGPT

  • This initiative aligns with the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, reinforcing National Bonds’ commitment to innovation and responsible technology adoption.
  • The AI-powered Digital Guide represents a first step in a broader digital engagement journey for National Bonds.
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