The KfW Development Bank and UNOPS signed a new agreement to support the conflict-affected communities and to enhance their access to basic public services in Anbar and Sinjar, Iraq. With the support from the Federal Republic of Germany, through KfW Development Bank, UNOPS will rehabilitate war-damaged shelters and basic community infrastructure such as water and […]
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Minister pushes Phosphate Fertilizer Project in Anbar
By John Lee. Iraq's Minister of Industry and Minerals, Dr. Engineer Khaled Battal Al-Najm, chaired a meeting of the Board of Directors of the General Company for Phosphates on Tuesday. The meeting was attended by the directors of the control, legal, technical, and investment departments within the ministry to discuss the latest developments regarding the […]
Contract to Rehabilitate War Shelters in Ramadi
By John Lee. Fallujah-based Aswar Al-Dammam for General Contracting has won a contract with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for the "Rehabilitation of 109 War Damaged Shelters ( WDSs) in Ramadi." The contract is valued at $712,791. (Source: UN)
Iraqi Customs Official Jailed; must Repay $60m
By John Lee. Iraq's Commission of Integrity has ordered five years "severe imprisonment" for the former Director of Customs at the Trebil (Tarbiel, Trebil) border crossing (pictured) between Iraq and Jordan. The director was also required to pay back 78 billion dinars ($60 million) to the state treasury. The decision was made following an investigation […]
Ummet al Salam Wins another UN Contract in Anbar
By John Lee. Ummet Al Salam Co. Ltd. For General Trading & Contracting has won a contract with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for the "Construction Contract for Small Works - Rehabilitation of one road in Ana district, Anbar." The contract is valued at $942,820. (Source: UNGM)
$1.4m Contracts to Rehabilitate War-Damaged Shelters
By John Lee. Abeer Alshimal Company For General Contracting Ltd. has won a contract with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for the "Rehabilitation of 56 War Damaged Shelters in Ana & Haditha." The contract is valued at $295,593. Under the same reference, UNOPS granted Al-Fityan Company For General Contracts Ltd a contract for […]
$1.9m Contract for Construction Housing in Anbar
By John Lee. Abeer Alshimal Company For General Contracting Ltd. has won a contract with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for the "Construction of Cat IV Housing Units in Karma, Fallujah and Ana in Anbar." The contract is valued at $1,871,889. (Source: UNGM)
UNOPS Commissions Rehab of Water Plants in Anbar
By John Lee. Tareek al-Tebr has won a contract with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for the "Rehabilitation of Nine Water Treatment Plants in Anbar," specifically in Qaim an Ana [Anah]. The contract is valued at $601,441. Under the same reference, UNOPS granted Salah El-Din Company for General Contracting a contract to […]
German Management Consultancy Wins Iraq Contract
By John Lee. WEE Pros GmbH (Water, Energy, Environment Professionals) has won a contract with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for "Capacity Building for Professional Services of Beneficiaries, NGOs & Private Sector staff and the Public Sector staff members in Anbar." The contract is valued at $95,000. The company describes itself as […]
Completion of Seismic Surveys in Al-Najaf's Haifa Site
By John Lee. The Iraqi Oil Exploration Company recently marked the successful completion of seismic surveys for the two-dimensional Haifa program in the Al-Najaf province. According to the Ministry of Oil, the surveys, conducted by the company, covered extensive areas within record time. This initiative aligns with the Ministry of Oil's plan to conduct seismic […]
Progress on Masdar Solar Projects in Iraq
By John Lee. The Minister of Electricity presided over a significant meeting with a delegation from the UAE-based company Masdar. The company is planning solar power projects in Maysan, Thi Qar, Anbar, and Kirkuk. The minister highlighted the government's commitment to diversify energy sources and reduce reliance on gas and fossil fuels. He emphasized the […]
Climate Change threatens Iraqi Delicacy
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Climate change threatens eagerly awaited Iraqi delicacy Amid hot summer months, many Iraqis await the winter rain and the arrival of truffles. Iraq's truffles are also highly desired internationally, especially in the Gulf […]