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Alfardan Automotive, a division of Alfardan Group, has announced a landmark collaboration with First Finance Company, a subsidiary of Dukhan Bank Group, introducing a permanent financing programme that sets new standards for accessibility and flexibility in premium vehicle ownership.The long-term initiative reflects the group’s commitment to delivering customer-focused solutions that enhance every stage of the automotive journey. The official signing ceremony recently took place at the Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle (SV) showroom at Burj Alfardan in Lusail City, in the presence of representatives from both parties, marking the beginning of this permanent initiative that will benefit both existing and prospective customers.The programme, which is now available across Alfardan Automotive showrooms, offers customers a suite of benefits designed to make ownership more attainable and convenient. Through the partnership, Alfardan Automotive and First Finance are setting a new benchmark for convenience and peace of mind in premium automotive retail.Samer Bou Dargham, chief sales officer at Alfardan Automotive, said: “The collaboration with First Finance Company reflects our ongoing dedication to customer satisfaction and our leadership in the automotive market. By embedding flexible, innovative financing solutions into the ownership experience, we are not only meeting today’s customer needs but also building the foundation for lasting trust and loyalty.”Eslah Assem, First Finance CEO, said: “We are proud of this strategic partnership, which will represent a qualitative leap in the world of car financing in Qatar, providing customers with multiple financing options that suit their needs. Signing this agreement is part of our successive steps to strengthen First Finance's position as a leading company in the Qatari market and the region.“This is in line with our approach, which is primarily based on enabling our customers to transform their aspirations into reality by providing seamless services and processes, and innovative solutions that comply with the provisions of Islamic Shariah. We are pleased with this cooperation and hope to build upon it in the future.”First Finance offers financing services to all bank customers, regardless of whether they work in the public or private sector. This makes it a strategic financing partner relied upon by all Alfardan Automobiles customers, including both Qataris and residents.First Finance also allows its customers to obtain advance credit approvals for financing through the company's mobile application, the FFC Mobile App, before the customer even visits its headquarters.By embedding financing into the heart of its customer experience, Alfardan Automotive is reaffirming its role as a forward-thinking industry leader, one that goes beyond sales to create holistic ownership experiences. More than a milestone, this collaboration is an additional step that sets the tone for how automotive retail in Qatar will evolve in the years ahead.

QatarEnergy signed an agreement with Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group (Samsung C&T) for the construction of a world-scale solar power plant in Dukhan, about 80 kilometers west of Doha.The Dukhan solar power plant, one of the largest in the world, will be developed in two phases, reaching a total electricity generation capacity of 2,000 megawatts (MW) by mid-2029. Once completed, it will double Qatar’s solar power production capacity, contributing significantly to the country’s renewable energy goals.The agreement was signed by HE the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, Saad Sherida al-Kaabi, who is also the President and CEO of QatarEnergy, and Sechul Oh, President & CEO of Samsung C&T during a special ceremony held at QatarEnergy’s Headquarters in Doha. The event was attended by Abdulla bin Ali Al-Theyab, President of Kahramaa, and senior executives from both companies.Commenting on this occasion, Minister al-Kaabi said: “This agreement is an important milestone in our effort to manage the environment in a manner that balances economic and social development with environmental protection, as stipulated by Qatar National Vision 2030. It also supports one of the key goals of QatarEnergy’s Sustainability Strategy, which is to generate more than 4,000 megawatts of renewable energy by 2030.”Al-Kaabi added: “When completed, the Dukhan solar power plant, along with Al-Kharsaah, Mesaieed, Ras Laffan solar power plants will help reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 4.7mn tons annually, while contributing up to 30% of Qatar’s total peak electricity demand. “We are pleased to collaborate with Samsung C&T to help achieve this vision.”The Dukhan solar power plant will begin the first phase of production by dispatching 1,000MW of power to the KAHRAMAA grid towards the end of 2028. The new plant will utilise a solar tracker system and will enhance efficiency by installing inverters capable of operating flawlessly in a high-temperature environment.