Kuwait Petroleum Corporation subsidiary Kuwait Oil Company has signed a 16 billion US dollar deal with Blackstone, Brookfield and KKR. The 20.5-year lease and leaseback agreement covers the firm’s domestic and export crude oil pipeline network. Marking the largest foreign direct investment in Kuwait history, the deal will provide 7.85 billion US dollars in upfront proceeds to support national production goals.
AtkinsRéalis subsidiary Edaroth has finished 12 affordable homes across four sites in Epsom, Surrey, for Raven Housing Trust. Built using offsite modern methods of construction, the development aims to provide a repeatable model for social housing providers across the UK. The scheme exceeds current government targets for offsite manufacturing while meeting future environmental efficiency standards.
Real asset manager ESR has appointed Reini Otter as Chief Executive Officer for its Australia and New Zealand operations. Based in Sydney, he will oversee regional growth, focusing on fund management, logistics real estate and data centres. He succeeds Phil Pearce, who established the regional branch in 2018 and now steps into the role of corporate President following the company's 2025 privatisation.
Asset World Corporation has revealed plans for two major projects along the Chao Phraya River, featuring an eco-friendly cross-river cable car and the new MONA Bangkok art museum. Developed alongside Australia’s Museum of Old and New Art, MONA Bangkok will form an unconventional cultural destination at Asiatique The Riverfront. The multi-billion baht initiative aims to enhance the city's sustainable tourism and creative offerings.
Hyundai E&C has selected 12 promising startups through its fifth annual open innovation contest, co-hosted with the Seoul Economic Promotion Agency. Chosen from 156 applicants, these firms will undergo a four-month proof-of-concept phase to test emerging technologies across artificial intelligence, robotics, digital healthcare and smart construction. The initiative aims to integrate cutting-edge solutions directly into active construction sites and residential developments.
SURJ Sports Investment, a company owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, has launched a new joint venture called radia alongside Live Nation and Oak View Group. The initiative will manage, operate and commercialise multi-use sports and entertainment venues across the country. It aims to support Saudi Arabia’s growing sports sector, which is projected to exceed $22 billion in value by 2030.
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