Archive | Construction & Engineering In Iraq

Iraq Business News brings you the latest information on developments and opportunities in the construction & engineering industries in Iraq.

Austria interested in Iraq's Development Road Project?

By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa Al-Sudani received the Ambassador of Austria to Iraq, Mr. Andrea Nasi, on Tuesday, on the occasion of assuming his duties as the country's first resident ambassador in Baghdad in thirty years. According to a statement from the Prime Minister's office, discussions covered various aspects of bilateral relations between […]

Social Media Marketing Strategies: Reaching Iraqi Audiences Effectively

By Dewey Grant. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Social Media Marketing Strategies: Reaching Iraqi Audiences Effectively Iraqi digital landscape is evolving rapidly, and even though there are plenty of limitations when marketing to Iraqi audiences, there is a way to […]

Iraqi, Saudi Firms sign $44m Cement Partnership

By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani commended the signing of a partnership agreement between the private Iraqi company Al-Diyar Al-Iraqia and the Saudi Northern Region Cement Company, marking the first collaboration between the private sectors of Iraq and Saudi Arabia in the field of cement. The event took place during the reception of […]

Understanding Dust Explosions: The Role of the Hartmann Tube

From Ex-Machinery. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. The Hidden Danger of Combustible Dust Dust explosions, though less obvious than other hazards, pose significant risks in various environments. Such explosions occur when combustible dusts like sawdust or flour become airborne and […]

JICA Renews Commitment to Development in Iraq

JICA renews commitment to boost infrastructure projects for transformative development in Iraq The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Iraq and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Iraq Office renewed its long-standing, partnership agreement related to the establishment of socio-economic infrastructure projects in Iraq, with the support of the Government of Iraq (GoI). This agreement is […]

Saudi Arabia has $3bn to Invest in Iraq

By John Lee. Saudi Arabia has reportedly made $3 billion available for investment in Iraq. The country's ambassador to Iraq, Abdulaziz Al-Shammari (pictured), told the state-run Iraqi News Agencyt (INA) that, "$3 billion is now available at the Public Investment Fund ... coordination is underway between the fund of Iraq for development and the investment […]

Understanding Intrinsic Safety in Electrical Equipment

From Cobic-Ex. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Electrical equipment, from industrial machines to everyday devices like smartphones, can become potential ignition sources due to electric arcs and heat generation. This is particularly critical in hazardous environments where flammable gases or […]

Sar Albraa Wins Contracts with UNAMI

By John Lee. Baghdad-based Sar Albraa for General Contract and Trade has won two contracts with the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI): "Construction and Connection of Storm water Networks in Al Ahrar Neighborhood, Basra." The contract is valued at $358,515, with a potential end date of November 30, 2026. "Construction and Connection of Storm […]

Iraq's PM Launches Basra-Fao Road Project

By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa Al-Sudani laid the foundation for the rehabilitation and construction of the second lane of the Basra-Fao [Faw] road in Basra province on Saturday. He reviewed project details, timelines, and emphasized the government's commitment to improving services crucial for citizens across sectors. Al-Sudani highlighted the significance of the Basra-Fao […]

UK Businesses to build $285m Drainage System in Hilla

By John Lee. UK Export Finance (UKEF), the UK's export credit agency, has announced that it has secured £226 million [$285 million] in financing for the Iraqi government to develop over 350 kilometers of drainage infrastructure as well as 15 kilometers of stormwater and wastewater lifting stations near Hillah city. Upon completion, the project is […]