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GPCA and IRU join forces to drive safety in dangerous goods transport

Under the new agreement, GPCA and IRU will work together to strengthen safety, efficiency and sustainability in the cross-border transport of dangerous goods

Dubai, UAE – 29 April 2026: The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf, is proud to announce it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IRU, the world road transport organization, to advance safer dangerous goods transport.

Under the newly signed agreement, GPCA and IRU will work together to strengthen safety, efficiency and sustainability in the cross-border transport of dangerous goods, including chemical and petrochemical products.

The MoU sets out several priority areas for cooperation, including knowledge sharing, training and capacity building for stakeholders involved in dangerous goods transport.

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Faya Research Grant: Global Institutions Join Forces

Sharjah, April 29, 2026,

Leading universities and research institutions from across the world have entered the scientific review phase for the Faya Research Grant Programme, marking a key milestone in advancing research at the Faya Palaeolandscape World Heritage Property.

The programme is structured across two core tracks: long-term research grants, which support multi-year scientific projects focused on in-depth fieldwork, analysis, and data generation; and short-term research grants, which fund one-year studies designed to address targeted research questions, test innovative methodologies, and contribute specialised insights to the site’s broader scientific framework.

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Decarbonising Packaging: Key Insights from EEG’s 2026 Panel Discussion

Emirates Environmental Group Hosts 2nd Panel Discussion of 2026

Dubai, UAE – 29 April 2026: Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) successfully hosted its 2nd Panel Discussion of 2026, titled “Decarbonising Packaging: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Carbon Footprint, Innovation and Climate-Neutral Strategies.” The session convened policymakers, industry leaders, sustainability experts, academicians and youth to examine pathways for reducing packaging-related emissions and advancing climate-aligned, circular packaging systems.

As global climate commitments intensify, the discussion addressed the growing recognition that packaging represents a significant contributor to Scope 3 emissions across manufacturing, retail and consumer goods sectors. The panel explored how life cycle thinking, data-driven assessment and innovation can guide meaningful emissions’ reductions across the full packaging value chain; from material extraction and production to use and end-of-life management.

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AD Ports Group Partners with Azerbaijan for Strategic Trade Growth

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 29 April 2026: AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of trade, industry and logistics solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Azerbaijan Transport and Communications Holding (AZCON Holding) to explore strategic collaboration across ports, shipping, logistics, and digital trade solutions in Azerbaijan.

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SUKOON TAKAFUL REPORTS Q1 2026 RESULTS WITH PROFIT GROWTH

April 29, 2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Sukoon Takaful has announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, extending the strong trajectory established in 2025. Following a year marked by record contribution levels and a near doubling of profitability, the company has carried this momentum into the new financial year, supported by disciplined underwriting, improved cost control, and a balanced investment approach.

Gross Written Contribution for the quarter reached AED 82.9 million, reflecting a 13% increase year-on-year and building on the broad-based growth recorded across all business segments last year. Investment income stood at AED 5.2 million, up 13% compared to Q1 2025, driven by a well-managed portfolio.

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