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By John Lee. Erbil plans to plant one million oak trees within the next five years, according to a statement from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), which adds that 300,000 of these trees are already planted. The project from the Ministry of Municipalities and Tourism is intended to enhance the greenery along the 120 Metre […]
From Kurdistan24. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. New, modern park to be built in Erbil A large-scale park is to be constructed in Erbil at a cost of more than $1 million, according to a statement from the Erbil Governorate. Click […]
By John Lee. The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has Barzani has opened what is described as the largest cardboard and packaging factory in Iraq. Masrour Barzani opened the Fabyab facility in Erbil on Tuesday, saying: "This factory plays a crucial role in bolstering our agricultural sector by providing essential packaging and […]
By John Lee. From September 17 to 21, 2023, Veteffect, RVO and the Dutch Consulate General-agricultural team organized a Horticultural Orientation Mission to the Kurdistan region of Iraq (KRI). Because of urbanization and climate change, protected horticulture offers attractive opportunities for business, food security and jobs in KRI. According to a statement just issued from […]
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Will Iraqi Kurdistan's rail ambitions lead anywhere? The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is reviving longstanding efforts to build a railway that would connect neighboring Iran and Turkey through territory it controls. The development follows […]
By John Lee. A factory in Erbil is recycling road materials, specifically asphalt, to reuse them for road maintenance and construction, according to a statement from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). It says this project, run by public sector employees, is one of the most modern asphalt recycling facilities, with a daily production capacity of […]
By John Lee. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has reportedly inaugurated its first flight from Abu Dhabi to Erbil today (Friday 6th October). According to WAM, the flights operate on Monday and Friday, with the national airline flying to more than 40 destinations from Abu Dhabi. The company reported on Monday that it has added a […]
By John Lee. Prime Policy Group, which describes itself as "one of the first bipartisan government relations firms in Washington", has entered an agreement to provide professional services to the Erbil-based Arab Project Party. The firm, which is wholly owned by the UK-based multinational communications company WPP plc, will provide "election program support", with the […]
By John Lee. The Saudi Export Development Authority (SEDA), under the banner of "Made in Saudi Arabia, Exported to the World," has conducted a trade mission to Erbil, Iraq. The mission, held on August 15, 2023, featured the participation of 34 Saudi companies and 140 Iraqi companies across diverse sectors including construction materials, food products, […]
By John Lee. The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has said that the Gomaspan Dam in Erbil Governorate will be the third largest in the Kurdistan Region when it's completed in mid-2024. Key statistics: Location: Erbil Governorate, Kurdistan Region Size: Third largest dam in Kurdistan Region Reservoir Storage: Expected 115 million cubic metres Water Usage: Irrigation: […]
By John Lee. Erbil-based freight forwarding and customs clearance company Almas Group Logistics has joined the Project Cargo Network (PCN). Established in 2009, the company has three offices in Erbil, Baghdad and Sulaymaniyah. PCN provides access to a global network of agents who can handle shipments; it comprises more than 350 companies in 125 countries. […]
By John Lee. Ultra-low-fare airline Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, has announced its latest route to Erbil, in the Kurdistan Region in Iraq. Flights to Erbil will commence on 6th October and will operate twice a week, on Monday and Friday. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is a subsidiary of Hungary's Wizz Air. (Source: Wizz Air Abu […]
