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Meraas awards Dhs1.9bn construction contract for The Acres

Meraas awards Dhs1.9bn construction contract for The Acres

The Acres has been masterplanned around the expansive Halo Loop Park, connecting multiple neighbourhoods through green corridors, shared spaces and integrated community infrastructure

Lafarge Emirates Cement announces rebrand to Holcim UAE

Lafarge Emirates Cement rebrands as Holcim UAE to accelerate decarbonisation

Holcim UAE provides high-performance, sustainable building materials and solutions that improve construction efficiency and reduce environmental impact

ECC awarded main contract for Sidr Residences at Expo City Dubai

ECC awarded main contract for Sidr Residences at Expo City Dubai

The project will feature three interconnected towers – two rising 15 floors and one 13 floors

Eaton begins construction of sustainable advanced manufacturing hub in Dubai’s Jafza

Eaton begins construction of sustainable advanced manufacturing hub in Dubai’s Jafza

The new facility will integrate 20 Industry 4.0 technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Parsons awarded $56m contract for Diriyah Phase 2 public realm development

Parsons awarded $56m contract for Diriyah Phase 2 public realm development

Parsons first began working with the Public Investment Fund in 2017 and has since played a key role in advancing the Kingdom’s giga-project ecosystem

Qiddiya awards $1.4bn contract for performing arts centre

Qiddiya awards $1.4bn contract for performing arts centre

Once completed, the venue is expected to host over 200 performances annually, spanning theatre, music, digital art, and international productions

DMCC, REIT Development to build Crypto Tower in Dubai's JLT

DMCC appoints NEB as consultant for world’s first Web3 commercial tower

Crypto Tower will serve as a central hub for the more than 700 crypto and blockchain companies already based in DMCC

Saif Bin Darwish acquires UAE’s largest precast concrete manufacturer

Saif Bin Darwish acquires UAE’s largest precast concrete manufacturer

The combined expertise will enhance the group’s ability to deliver complex, large-scale projects with greater efficiency and quality

Dubai

Nemetschek Group partners with WakeCap to drive digital transformation in GCC construction sector

The partnership also extends to knowledge exchange and the co-creation of thought leadership content, including whitepapers and digital construction initiatives

DP World advances construction of new global headquarters at Expo City Dubai

DP World advances construction of new global headquarters at Expo City Dubai

The design will also feature the Middle East’s first fully automated parking facility of this scale, capable of accommodating nearly 1,000 vehicles, including 100 electric vehicles

AD Ports Group inks Dhs2.47bn land sale for mixed-use community

AD Ports Group inks Dhs2.47bn land sale for mixed-use community

The project signed with Mira Developments will include one of the region’s largest shopping malls, a business complex, hotels, world-class golf courses and educational institutions

Wynn Al Marjan Island

RAK to develop Wynn Boulevard connecting casino with UAE highways

The project was unveiled during the launch of Marjan Beach

Dubai Islands

Nakheel awards Dhs169m infrastructure contract for Bay Villas at Dubai Islands

Contract covers internal roads and essential utilities for a 636-unit waterfront community

Tissoli and Pininfarina partner to deliver Dhs1.2bn Palazzo Tissoli on Al Marjan Island

Tissoli and Pininfarina partner to deliver Dhs1.2bn Palazzo Tissoli on Al Marjan Island

Drawing inspiration from Ras Al Khaimah’s Hajar Mountains, Palazzo Tissoli reflects Pininfarina’s 95-year legacy of design excellence

JW Marriott Residences at Dubai Islands, Central

CG Developers launches Dubai’s first JW Marriott Residences on Dubai Islands

Dubai Islands is emerging as one of the emirate’s most sought-after destinations

MAAIA breaks ground on La Clé

MAAIA breaks ground on La Clé, a boutique residential project in Al Furjan

The project builds on the developer’s philosophy of human-centered design, creating homes that promote wellness, community and long-term value

Mariam Azmy, chief people officer at Innovo

Innovo’s Mariam Azmy on embedding sustainability into UAE construction

Among Innovo’s most notable initiatives are its solar-diesel hybrid power plants, designed for construction sites where grid access is delayed

PIF-backed ROSHN partners with EVIQ to power EV adoption in Saudi Arabia Image courtesy Getty Images

Foxconn’s FIT to build Saudi EV charger factory by 2026

FIT expanded into EV connectivity and charging through its acquisitions of Germany’s Prettl SWH group

IPO update: ALEC Holdings plans to list on Dubai Financial Market

IPO update: ALEC Holdings plans to list on Dubai Financial Market

Subscription for all tranches will open on September 23 and close on September 30

Dubai’s bridge boom: RTA builds towards zero-fatality, pedestrian-first future

Dubai’s bridge boom: RTA builds towards zero-fatality, pedestrian-first future

This expansion aims to improve safety, enhance connectivity, and encourage the use of sustainable transport options

Orascom Construction lists on Abu Dhabi's ADX

Orascom Construction lists on Abu Dhabi’s ADX

Since its IPO in March, the company has rewarded shareholders with over $300m through dividends and share buybacks, with total dividends increasing 20.7 per cent year-on-year to $51.8m

Joseph Eapen, CEO of Asian Paints

Asian Paints Global CEO on CureAssure’s role in redefining sustainable construction in GCC

Beyond water savings, CureAssure also promises tangible improvements in concrete performance

RRS breaks ground on $100m NH Collection project in Ras Al Khaimah

RRS breaks ground on $100m NH Collection project in Ras Al Khaimah

The development will feature 121 hotel keys and 36 branded apartments

Dubai’s airport traffic set to smooth out: Bridge expansion project kicks off

Dubai’s airport traffic set to smooth out: Bridge expansion project kicks off

The project is designed to improve traffic flow, reduce journey times, and accommodate the airport’s rapidly increasing passenger numbers

Inside UAE’s wellness, sports communities: What would it be like to live there?

Inside UAE’s wellness, sports communities: What is it like to live there?

The UAE is elevating the concept of “living well” with developments like The Heights Country Club & Wellness by EMAAR

Bay Villas in Dubai render

Nakheel awards Dhs2.6bn Bay Villas contract to Fibrex Contracting

Bay Villas incorporates traditional design touches, such as wooden finishes and arabesque detailing

Drake & Skull

Drake & Scull posts sharp profit drop but wins major contracts

The MEP, oil and gas, and water and wastewater treatment contractor saw revenue climb 57 per cent

Here are the top 6 UAE property hotspots to invest in 2025

Barco Developers enters UAE market with 2 million sq ft residential pipeline

Barco Developers aims to deliver homes with high utility, modern designs, and technology-enabled amenities

Dubai RTA’s fast-track fix: New lane to slash Ras Al Khor traffic by 30%

The change will benefit motorists heading towards Business Bay, Ghadeer Al Tair, Al Quoz, Al Safa, and surrounding development areas

Investors are rushing to Dubai: Here’s why you shouldn’t wait

Initiatives such as the Golden Visa and the 10-year investor visa have bolstered buyer confidence by offering long-term security