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ArabGT
a day ago
- Automotive
- ArabGT
Meet Aurus: Russia's Answer to Rolls-Royce Soon Built in Saudi Arabia
In a recent interview with Russia's TASS news agency, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Bandar Al-Khorayef, revealed the Kingdom's openness to international automotive brands interested in establishing production lines within Saudi Arabia. 'We are working toward producing more than 300,000 vehicles locally, which accounts for nearly 40% of the market,' the minister stated, adding that Saudi Arabia welcomes any brand seeking to set up localized manufacturing operations. Among the names drawing particular attention is Aurus, the Russian luxury carmaker known for crafting the official presidential vehicle used by President Vladimir Putin. Saudi Arabia has expressed interest in assembling Aurus vehicles domestically—part of the country's broader efforts to develop its automotive industry and localize production capabilities. From State Limousines to Civilian Icons Founded in 2018, Aurus Motors began as a state-backed initiative to develop a new fleet of official motorcade vehicles for the Russian presidency, replacing the Mercedes-Benz S 600 Pullman Guard. The brand debuted its flagship sedan, the Aurus Senat, for civilian use in May 2021. According to the automaker, 115 units were sold in 2023, and facelift versions are scheduled for 2026 and 2030. A refreshed model was already delivered to President Putin in 2024. The name 'Aurus' combines the Latin word aurum (meaning gold) or aura with 'Rus,' symbolizing a blend of prestige and Russian heritage. A National Project with Global Ambitions Aurus's development began in 2013 through NAMI, the Central Scientific Research Automobile and Automotive Engines Institute, with the goal of crafting a fully homegrown Russian state limousine. In 2018, the Aurus Kortezh line was officially introduced, comprising the Senat sedan and limousine, the Arsenal van, and the Komendant SUV—each named after towers of the Kremlin. In 2019, Abu Dhabi-based Tawazun Holding acquired a 36% stake in Aurus Motors for $124 million, with plans to distribute the vehicles across the Middle East. Civilian production began in May 2021 at the Ford Sollers plant in Yelabuga, Tatarstan, which also produces the Russian-market Ford Transit. Launch pricing started at approximately 18 million rubles (around $243,000), with the limited launch edition priced at 22 million rubles (about $297,000). Luxury Meets Performance: Aurus Lineup As of today, the Aurus lineup includes four main models: the standard Senat sedan, a limousine variant, an extended-wheelbase edition, and the Komendant SUV. Armored versions are also available to meet the needs of dignitaries and VIP clients. The Komendant SUV is powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 hybrid powertrain paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. It delivers 598 horsepower, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, and reaches a top speed of 220 km/h. It measures 5380 mm in length, 2004 mm in width, 1819 mm in height, and weighs 3175 kg, with a ground clearance of 230 mm. The Senat shares the same hybrid V8 setup but offers slightly higher performance, with a 0–100 km/h sprint in just 6 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h. Its dimensions are 5632 mm in length, 2020 mm in width, and 1689 mm in height, with a ground clearance of 200 mm and curb weight of 3235 kg.
BBC News
3 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Interested tenant farmers visit Sark dairy as search rolls on
Three interested parties have come forward to run Sark Dairy Farm after its last milking cows were moved off the tenants Jason and Katherine Salisbury formally left the farm to return to the UK in March - but the search for a new tenant continues. Maj Christopher Beaumont, chairman of Sark Dairy Trust, said the notice period to replace the dairy farm's tenants "proved much too short in hindsight", but said three candidates had shown an Beaumont, who is also Sark's Seigneur, said the island should be "striving" to look after itself when it came to dairy production. Yoghurts, ice cream, butter He added: "That's what we should all be striving to be, I think, be as sustainable as we can."Making sure that we can produce as much product as we consume locally has to be a good thing to do."He said two of the interested candidates had visited the site, with the third expected to visit soon."I am looking forward to having more sort of Sark product available."Artisan cheeses, yoghurts, ice cream, butter." He added: "I'm really looking forward to seeing that back in production."The chairman said prospective farmers had been asked how they would be able to incorporate an apprenticeship scheme to support the farm in the future.
CTV News
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Local production Tycho Freakin' Brahe!
Winnipeg Watch CTV's Ainsley McPhail speaks with the creators of a local production company about their latest work
Zawya
10-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Medical sector investments in Oman's Raysut Industrial City surpass $143mln
MUSCAT: Raysut Industrial City, an affiliate of the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), is making significant strides in expanding its medical industries and supplies cluster, marking a significant step toward enhancing health and pharmaceutical security in the Sultanate of Oman and meeting growing demands across local and regional markets. The city is currently finalising contracts for three new projects focused on the production of eye drops, blood bags, and a range of medical supplies. Additionally, a veterinary related facility is currently under development in Raysut Industrial City. Raysut Industrial City is currently home to three operating projects in the medical sector with a total investment volume surpassing RO 55 million. Occupying a combined area exceeding 72,000 square metres, the operating projects are specialised in producing antibiotics, hormones, topical preparations, effervescent tablets, solid and liquid oral dosage forms, intravenous solutions, dialysis fluids, medical gloves, masks, cotton products, bandages, adhesive tapes, and more. By attracting and localising investments in the medical sector, Madayn aims at enhancing the Sultanate of Oman's pharmaceutical security, encourage local and foreign investments in the sector, reduce reliance on imported pharmaceuticals, and boost local production capacity. These efforts align with Oman Vision 2040 objectives to advance industrial development and achieve self-sufficiency in key sectors. 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
ABC News
04-07-2025
- Business
- ABC News
WA screen industry workers call on government to enforce 'buy local' policy
Tourism WA is working on the next phase of its push to sell the state as a premium holiday destination, but an east coast-based director and production company will be used for part of the work. Mark Braddock, a board member of IN:WA, which represents 40 creative production companies in the state, says it is always frustrating when local firms miss out on state government work. "For us, it's all about keeping taxpayers' money in the state and building out a production ecosystem that allows the state to service the government's policy commitments through Diversify WA and their buy local policy, and the investment they're making in Creative WA strategy," he said. Mr Braddock said the government was making a big investment in new film studios in Malaga, but private commercial work such as government ad campaigns was vital to sustain the local workforce. "At the moment, our local production companies are really struggling," he said. "[WA government agencies] are the biggest client for us in the state. A state government spokesperson said local company The Brand Agency had been chosen to lead the development and production of the Tourism WA campaign. The firm assessed more than 50 suppliers, including ones from WA, for their experience and ability to deliver value for money for the taxpayer-funded campaign. "Unfortunately, while a local production company and director were shortlisted, the cost identified was prohibitively higher than the chosen option," the spokesperson told ABC Radio Perth. But Premier Roger Cook acknowledged the screen industry's concerns and said he was disappointed a local production company was not selected. "We know that in WA we've got some great production crews and I'm sure that work could have been undertaken in Western Australia," he said. "I can't see a need to export that sort of work." Mr Cook's support was welcomed by Perth-based camera assistant Arthur Bienkowski, who has worked as a camera assistant for 15 years. Mr Bienkowski said he had regularly seen WA workers miss out and that he would like to see the state government's "buy local" policy more strictly enforced. "There are good productions where they do engage locals and they try their hardest to support the local industry," he said. "And it's cost-effective for them to do so — historically, our rates are actually a lot lower than on the east coast, and yet our proficiency is quite high. "Then there's others where they maybe take the easy route and employ someone they know and work with all the time rather than taking a risk on someone they don't from here. Mr Bienkowski recently finished work on a Bruce Beresford film called The Travellers that was shot entirely in Western Australia and said the feedback for the local production workers was positive. "They used as many locals as they possibly could," he said. "Towards the end of the shoot Bruce Beresford and his longtime cinematographer Peter James, who was my direct boss on that job, said that the local crew were as good as any crew they've ever worked with, and they used the words 'world class.'" Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance representative John Fairhead said the union had been advocating for more stringent employment requirements on government projects for years. "Historically the TVC [television commercial] sector is what has kept us going," he said. "TVCs support freelancers in between long-form productions." Mr Bienkowski said working on TV commercials also supported the professional development of film crews, which would be needed for the expected expansion of the sector. Perth Film Studios, which have been financed by the state government at a cost of more than $200 million, are expected to open at Malaga next year and create hundreds of jobs. "It's a no-brainer if you're the state government — [TV ad campaigns] should be going back into the industry here," Mr Bienkowski said. The Brand Agency declined a request to comment.
