Saudi Arabia – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Saudi Arabia Sets Record Solar Targets
So far, gas and oil have dominated power generation in Saudi Arabia, with renewables playing only a minor role. But according to plans, less oil will be used for electricity generation. The gap will be filled with gas, nuclear power, and renewable energies. 40 GW of photovoltaic output is planned by 2030.
Published: 25 April 2019
Russia – Chemical Industry
Russia Increases Massively Its Production of Polyolefins
Russia is in the process to cover more of its demand for thermoplastics by its local production facilities and import less. Large investment projects are reducing the dependence on imports.
Published: 25 April 2019
Qatar – Medical Devices
Qatar's Healthcare Sector Expands
New hospitals and health centers improve health care in Qatar. Several projects are in the pipeline. Foreign technology and expertise remain in demand.
Published: 24 April 2019
Kenya – Sector Overview 2019
Import Business Is Usually More Profitable Than Local Production
Kenya’s industrial growth is meager. In a regional comparison, the country is in danger of falling behind Ethiopia, a low-wage country. There are business opportunities for foreign providers of staple foods and used cars.
Published: 24 April 2019
Vietnam – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Vietnam's Solar Energy is Developing Ahead of Expectations
With the introduction of a feed-in tariff for solar energy in 2017, a run on solar projects has begun in Vietnam. By June 2019 solar power capacity will reach 1.5 to 2 GW.
Published: 21 April 2019
Poland – Electric Power & Renewables 2019
Poland Aims to Massively Expand Offshore Wind Energy
New strategies by the Polish government are promoting offshore wind energy, and onshore wind turbines are on the sidelines. But the government says that this is all a misunderstanding, and announces new auctions.
Published: 19 April 2019
Oman – Infrastructure Projects
Megaprojects Are Taking Place in the Duqm Region of Oman
Massive investments are pending in the Omani special economic zone of Duqm. Projects worth US$ 33 billion are planned.
Published: 17 April 2019
Pakistan – Automotive Industry 2019
Pakistan’s Automotive Industry is on the Move
Investment incentives are having a positive effect. South Korean, Chinese and European manufacturers are setting up production facilities and are competing with Japanese companies, who have dominated the market until now.
Published: 08 April 2019
Sri Lanka – Electric Power & Renewables
Sri Lanka Could Rely More on Renewable Energies in the Long Term
Sri Lanka enjoys ideal conditions for producing solar and wind energy. However, expansion projects are progressing rather slowly, though this may change in the near future.
Published: 08 April 2019
Indonesia – Infrastructure & Transportation
Indonesia Seeks Private Investors to Improve Infrastructure
As part of an infrastructure initiative, Indonesia is expanding its still-rudimentary highway network. Regarding railways, prestige projects are being launched, such as the country’s first high-speed train.
Published: 08 April 2019