TAQA Arabia Reports 40% Revenue Increase in 2024

A technician operates a valve on a gas pipeline at a TAQA Arabia gas facility (TAQA Arabia's official website)
A technician operates a valve on a gas pipeline at a TAQA Arabia gas facility (TAQA Arabia's official website)
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TAQA Arabia Reports 40% Revenue Increase in 2024

A technician operates a valve on a gas pipeline at a TAQA Arabia gas facility (TAQA Arabia's official website)
A technician operates a valve on a gas pipeline at a TAQA Arabia gas facility (TAQA Arabia's official website)

TAQA Arabia announced a 40% surge in its revenue last year, reaching 18.9 billion Egyptian pounds ($370 million) compared to 2023.

In a financial statement released Tuesday, the company described the results as “remarkable,” despite facing significant regional and global challenges in 2024.

These challenges included notable economic volatility, inflation, rising interest rates, disruptions in global supply chains, and fluctuations in energy prices.

The company attributed the strong performance to its oil sector, which led the growth in TAQA Arabia’s revenue, posting a 33.6% increase to 10.5 billion pounds, up from 7.4 billion pounds in the previous year.

This growth was driven by a 6.4% rise in fuel sales, alongside fuel price increases implemented during 2023 and 2024.

The financial report also highlighted the electricity and renewable energy sectors, which saw significant growth with a 47.7% revenue increase, reaching 3.531 billion pounds.

This growth stemmed from higher electricity prices in 2024, increased electricity sales from new photovoltaic solar projects, and higher consumption by industrial, tourism, and commercial customers in distribution projects.

Additionally, the depreciation of the Egyptian pound contributed positively to revenues.

The gas sector also reported strong growth, with revenues rising by 30.7% to 4.85 billion pounds compared to the previous year.

This growth was fueled by the expansion of compressed natural gas stations, with five new stations launched, along with price hikes in compressed natural gas in 2024.

Furthermore, the expansion of the gas distribution network in Hurghada and positive foreign currency impacts boosted regional revenues.

On its regional expansion efforts, the company said its strategy had paid off, marking key achievements such as entering the Tanzanian and Mozambican markets and establishing a joint venture in Saudi Arabia.

The company’s regional gas business saw substantial growth, with revenues increasing from 109 million pounds in 2023 to 234 million pounds in 2024.

Additionally, TAQA Arabia reported notable expansion in its water energy sector in 2024, launching nine new projects with a combined capacity of 18,000 cubic meters per day. This expansion led to a 231% increase in revenues, reaching 52 million pounds.

 



Cluster2 Company Launches Direct Flights from Muscat to Saudi Arabia's Taif

 Three direct flights will take place per week between Muscat and Taif via Oman Air - SPA
Three direct flights will take place per week between Muscat and Taif via Oman Air - SPA
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Cluster2 Company Launches Direct Flights from Muscat to Saudi Arabia's Taif

 Three direct flights will take place per week between Muscat and Taif via Oman Air - SPA
Three direct flights will take place per week between Muscat and Taif via Oman Air - SPA

The Cluster2 Company, operator of Taif International Airport, announced the launch of three direct flights per week between Muscat and Taif via Oman Air, starting January 31, SPA reported.

The launch of international flights through the cluster’s airports comes as part of its ongoing commitment to improving the passenger experience and expanding international travel options, while continuing to build strategic partnerships with global airlines to enhance air connectivity in the Kingdom.


Oil Prices Rise as US Ramps up Action against Venezuela Tankers

A view shows an oil pump jack outside Almetyevsk, in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia July 14, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer
A view shows an oil pump jack outside Almetyevsk, in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia July 14, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer
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Oil Prices Rise as US Ramps up Action against Venezuela Tankers

A view shows an oil pump jack outside Almetyevsk, in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia July 14, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer
A view shows an oil pump jack outside Almetyevsk, in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia July 14, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer

Oil prices rose on Monday after the US intercepted ​an oil tanker in international waters off the coast of Venezuela and tensions in Russia's war against Ukraine remained high, with both developments raising fears of supply disruption.

Brent crude futures gained $1.31, or 2.17%, to $61.78 a barrel by 1316 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate crude rose by $1.25, or 2.2%, to $57.77.

Market participants now see a risk of disruption to Venezuelan oil exports because of the US ‌embargo, having previously ‌been complacent in that regard, said ‌UBS ⁠analyst Giovanni ​Staunovo.

Venezuelan crude ‌accounts for about 1% of global supply.

Growing supply from the US and the OPEC+ producer group have largely offset worries over supply disruption elsewhere to keep Brent futures around $65 a barrel in the second half of 2025, though prices have eased in the past month because of oversupply concerns.

Oil prices have been supported by developments off Venezuela while ⁠Russia-Ukraine tensions simmer in the background in an otherwise very bearish market, said June ‌Goh, analyst at Sparta Commodities.

The US Coast ‍Guard is pursuing an oil ‍tanker in international waters near Venezuela in what would be the ‍second such operation over the weekend and the third in less than two weeks if successful, officials told Reuters on Sunday.

A rebound in oil prices has been sparked by US President Donald Trump's announcement of a "total ​and complete" blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers and subsequent developments there, followed by reports of a Ukrainian drone strike ⁠on a Russian shadow fleet vessel in the Mediterranean, said IG analyst Tony Sycamore.

The Brent and WTI benchmarks fell by about 1% last week.

US special envoy Steve Witkoff said on Sunday that talks between US, European and Ukrainian officials in Florida over the past three days in an effort to end Russia's war in Ukraine had focused on aligning positions. Those meetings and separate talks with Russian negotiators had been productive, he said.

However, the top foreign policy aide of Russian President Vladimir Putin said that changes made by the Europeans ‌and Ukraine to US proposals had not improved prospects for peace.


GASTAT: Construction Costs in Saudi Arabia Rose 1% in November

The monthly Construction Cost Index survey results showed price stability in November 2025 compared with October 2025. SPA
The monthly Construction Cost Index survey results showed price stability in November 2025 compared with October 2025. SPA
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GASTAT: Construction Costs in Saudi Arabia Rose 1% in November

The monthly Construction Cost Index survey results showed price stability in November 2025 compared with October 2025. SPA
The monthly Construction Cost Index survey results showed price stability in November 2025 compared with October 2025. SPA

The Construction Cost Index in Saudi Arabia rose 1% in November 2025 compared with the same month last year, driven by equal 1% increases in both residential and non-residential construction costs, according to data released by the Kingdom’s General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).

The monthly Construction Cost Index survey results showed price stability in November 2025 compared with October 2025.

The Construction Cost Index bulletin is part of GASTAT’s ongoing efforts to develop statistical products for vital sectors and provide a reliable and effective reference with accurate estimates to support decision-making by contractors, real estate developers, and relevant entities.

These efforts contribute to drawing a clear roadmap for residential and non-residential construction projects in the building and construction sector.