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Community living in Sharjah: Inside Alef’s next-gen developments

Sharjah’s real estate appeal stems from its strategic location, offering proximity to Dubai while maintaining a unique cultural identity

Dubai Metro: How is it using AI to support infrastructure

The process reduces manual inspections by up to 70 per cent and improves infrastructure assessment capabilities by 40 per cent

Qatar launches world’s largest 3D-printed construction project

Printing is scheduled to take place at night to improve concrete performance and mitigate heat-related challenges

Abu Dhabi's GDP grows by 3.8 per cent in 2024, driven by non-oil sector

Abu Dhabi’s luxury property market soars in 2025: Here’s why

The surge is being driven by increasing demand from high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), international investors, and long-term residents

World’s tallest vertical residences: Deyaar unveils Downtown Residences in Dubai

The development integrates luxury, innovation, and connectivity, with panoramic views of the Burj Khalifa, the Arabian Gulf, and Sheikh Zayed Road

Dubai Metro Blue Line: How will it change commuting in the city

The Blue Line will transform mobility across nine key districts projected to accommodate over one million residents by 2040

Dubai Metro Blue Line: Inside the world’s tallest metro station

The station, a signature feature of the Dubai Metro Blue Line, reflects the emirate’s ambition to blend innovation with urban development

Dubai Metro Blue Line: Foundation laid for first station

The Dubai Metro Blue Line will significantly enhance mobility across the city by connecting key residential and commercial areas

South Square: Dubai’s newest luxury residential hub launched

The development is just minutes from the recently announced new terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport

Dubai traffic solution: New project to increase road capacity by 5,000 cars per hour

RTA has also completed traffic improvement works on Street 13 in Al Warqa 1 to serve residents and school goers

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Oman’s real estate: How many homes, hotel rooms are to come up by 2030?

Oman’s residential real estate inventory grew by 3.6 per cent in 2024, with 38,400 new homes delivered

Dubai’s new project eases traffic: Reduces 3.8 minutes travel time

The project stretches from the intersection with Al Khail Road to the intersection with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road

Dubai traffic: How RTA aims to eliminate jams on Sheikh Zayed, Al Khail Roads

The RTA is also set to construct a two-lane bridge in Nad Al Sheba, spanning approximately 700 metres

Dubai traffic: New project to reduce travel time from 104 minutes to just 16

Spanning 13km, the corridor serves one million residents and major developments, including Dubai Islands, Dubai Waterfront, and Port Rashid

Road projects: How Dubai is readying to tackle traffic, reduce travel time

Collectively, these projects are designed to support a growing population projected to reach 8 million by 2040

Nakheel unveils 3rd phase of Bay Grove Residences

Dubai Islands: Nakheel launches third phase of Bay Grove Residences

Dubai Islands spans five islands over 17 square kilometres, offering 20 kilometres of beaches and a mix of resorts, cultural venues, and open spaces

Kuwait moves ahead: Gulf rail link design contract signed

The railway will span 111 kilometres within Kuwait, from its southern border with Saudi Arabia in the Nuwaiseeb district to Al-Shadadiya in the north

Travel time reduced: Dubai’s new 3 lane bridge to handle 4,800 cars per hour

The bridge not only expedites the flow of traffic but also facilitates movement right from the Infinity Bridge via Al Mina Street to Sheikh Rashid Road

Sheikh Zayed Road expansion: 3,200 cars to be accommodated per hour

The road adjacent to the Financial Centre Metro Station has been expanded in the direction heading towards Abu Dhabi

RTA planning new Dubai Metro Gold Line

It will help ease the pressure on the Red Line and improve accessibility between the older part of Dubai and the newer residential and commercial developments

Travel time reduced: Dubai’s RTA to upgrade roads in Business Bay, other areas

Traffic routes will be adjusted to improve flow just before the intersection of Al Khaleej Street and Al Mustaqbal Street

Autodesk's Naji Atallah on technologies shaping Saudi giga projects

Autodesk’s Naji Atallah on technologies shaping Saudi giga projects

From building information modelling to digital twin technologies, we look at how Autodesk’s technology is supporting Saudi’s giga projects and workforce

Commute time reduced: Dubai drivers to benefit from Al Ain road upgrade

The road development aims to improve traffic flow and significantly reduce commute times for drivers heading to both Al Ain and Dubai.

Dubai: Kite Beach Street upgraded to reduce traffic flow to 5 mins

This upgrade is part of the RTA’s ongoing efforts to improve traffic flow across Dubai

50 Dubai locations improve traffic flow for drivers

The improvements were carried out to coincide with the city’s urban expansion

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Video: 4 new Dubai road projects to ease traffic, add more parking spaces

These upcoming initiatives aim to enhance traffic flow at key entrances and exits in Dubai

How Arada is expanding its presence in UAE’s luxury property market

Arada’s developments in Sharjah reflect its aim to create integrated communities that promote active living and meaningful connections, says group CEO Ahmed Alkhoshaibi

Saudi Arabia IPO: PIF-backed developer Umm Al Qura to list on Tadawul

Saudi IPO: PIF-backed developer Umm Al Qura to list on Tadawul

The Saudi Exchange granted conditional approval on December 8, 2024, for the listing of Umm Al Qura’s shares on Tadawul’s Main Market

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Saudi Arabia: Red Sea Global unveils luxury Red Sea Residences

The first of Red Sea Residences’ developments is located on Shura Island at The Red Sea destination, with properties set to be ready for handover by the end of 2025

MAG Group to lead first phase of Marsa Zayed beachfront development in Jordan

Marsa Zayed is a large-scale project designed to convert a 320-hectare (3.2 million square metres) stretch of Red Sea coastline into a major tourism and business hub