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China–UAE News
Source: Xinhua News Agency

PowerChina Completes Construction on 1.5-Gigawatt Al Ajban Solar Farm in Abu Dhabi

Power Construction Corporation of China is completing engineering, procurement, and construction works on the 1.5-gigawatt Abu Dhabi PV3 Al Ajban solar project. The facility spans approximately 20 square kilometers in northeastern Abu Dhabi and utilizes automated Chinese-made installation robots. Once operational, it is expected to generate 4.4 billion kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually.

China–UAE News
Source: UAE-China Chamber of Commerce (UECN)

Chinese Contractors Expand Solar, Storage, and Infrastructure Cooperation in UAE

Chinese engineering contractors have expanded their presence across clean energy developments in the UAE, as highlighted during ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi. Projects include PowerChina's 1.5-gigawatt Al Ajban solar plant and an integrated 2.1-gigawatt PV project with 7.75 gigawatt-hours of battery storage. In addition, DEWA International and Shanghai Electric signed an MoU to explore global energy, water, and green hydrogen investments.

China–UAE News
Source: CGTN

Ras Al Khaimah Opens Guangzhou Gateway and Signs MoUs in Shenzhen

UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi led a high-level delegation to Guangdong Province, inaugurating RAK International (Guangzhou) LLC. The new consultancy serves as a permanent business gateway to connect Chinese investors with corporate opportunities in the emirate. During the RAK-China Business Summit in Shenzhen, the delegation signed several MoUs focusing on manufacturing, clean energy, and artificial intelligence.

China–UAE News
Source: Gulf Today

ADIPEC 2026 Opens as ADNOC and Partners Expand Local Energy Manufacturing

ADIPEC 2026 has opened at ADNEC under the theme 'Performance under pressure: Energy systems in a new era', bringing together 239,000 energy professionals and 2,250 exhibitors. The event highlights local manufacturing momentum following ADNOC's reaffirmation of Dhs200 billion in project awards and Dhs60 billion in local manufacturing opportunities. UAE-based Petro Middle East showcased joint industrial ventures with international partners, including Chinese firms CEPAI and Jereh.

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