Construction costs are expected to rise in the Middle East this year, increasing by around 4% in Saudi Arabia and 3% in the UAE. Across key sectors, demand remains strong, but delivery conditions are becoming more complex, says a new report....
The rapid growth of immersive technologies sector is playing a vital role in reshaping UAE’s real estate, as the country continues to boost its position as a global hub for innovation, said an expert, adding that the UAE immersive VR market is set to grow fourfold to AED1.6 billion ($435 million) by 2030. ...
UAE's real estate market ended 2025 on a successful note thanks to the strong performance across its key sectors including commercial, residential and industrial, mainly driven by resilient non‑oil economic activity, population growth and sustained domestic and global investment appetite, said an industry expert. ...
Ora Developers, a premier name in luxury real estate, has signed an agreement with Yubi, a global fintech unicorn, in a move that marks a significant shift in the UAE real estate market, moving from traditional manual financing to a hi-tech, AI-driven mortgage ecosystem. ...
With the Middle East and Africa (MEA) expecting a $3 trillion project pipeline in real estate and infrastructure between 2026-2030, the region is poised for sustained high performance in 2026, according to JLL. ...
Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of UAE's national railway network, has awarded multibillion-dollar design-and-build contracts for the civil works and station packages of the high-speed railway (HSR) line connecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai, a MEED post in LinkedIn said....
Etihad Rail, the developer of UAE’s national rail network, has kicked off a key awareness campaign designed to encourage logistics providers, manufacturers and heavy industry to shift long-haul freight from road to rail. This comes as the UAE’s industrial and logistics sectors enter a new phase of growth. ...
GFH Financial Group (GFH) has announced that it has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Byrne Equipment Rental, one of the GCC’s leading industrial services and equipment rental providers with an investment and capex programme valued at approximately $400 million....
Etihad Rail, the developer of the UAE National Railway Network, has joined hands with IronLev, a high-tech Italian company, to launch a first-of-its-kind magnetic levitation trial in the Middle East, thus introducing a new vision for the future of sustainable rail transport in the region. ...
McDermott, a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry, has announced that it has secured a major EPCI contract (in the range of $750 million to $1 billion) from Adnoc for its Nasr-115 Expansion Project, located 130km northwest of Abu Dhabi. ...
ONE Development has awarded the main construction contract for its flagship residential project - Laguna - featuring iconic twin towers connected by the UAE’s largest podium-level lagoon. A fully AI-integrated residential community in Dubai, it brings a mix of open space, residential living and 40 key amenities. ...
The UAE continues to consolidate its advanced model for building smart cities, underpinned by wide-ranging strategic investments, most notably in data centres, which form the operational backbone of smart urban systems and knowledge-based digital economy, said an industry expert. ...
UAE-based Takmeel Developments has announced the groundbreaking of its key residential project - Divine Al Barari - in Dubai, featuring 291 residential units with a mix of duplex penthouses, one- to three-bedroom apartments and studios as well as over 30 lifestyle and wellness amenities. ...
Arada, a UAE-headquartered developer, registered year-on-year sales growth of 199% in the UAE during 2025, with AED17.3 billion ($4.71 billion) worth of homes sold across master-planned communities and luxury developments in Dubai and Sharjah. ...
ZāZEN Properties, a key real estate developer in UAE, is set to launch its debut in Dubai South with a new residential project, featuring 48 homes with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom units. A low-density residential community, it is set for completion in November next year. ...
UD Trucks has introduced the new Kuzer light-duty truck in the UAE in partnership with Al Masaood CV&E and United Diesel, a part of Al Rostamani Group. With a choice of three GVW ranges and two engine options, it is a dependable light-duty truck designed for everyday business operations. ...
NMDC Group, through its subsidiary NMDC Infra, and Consolidated Contractors Company (CCC) have formed NMDCCC, a strategic joint venture. The new company will deliver full-spectrum engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services to the UAE’s onshore oil and gas sector....
Flowciti has officially announced its launch in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and UAE as a holding company specialising in smart cities solutions, bringing together technology, operational execution, and user experience within a fully integrated ecosystem. The group seeks to create sustainable value for the real estate sector, businesses and institutions. ...
The UAE’s cabinet had approved 3,567 housing decisions worth AED2.55 billion ($680 million) in 2025, said a report. This federal support included a mix of residential, financing and government grants for low-income families and government housing schemes. ...
UAE-based developer Seven Tides has appointed Dutco Construction as the main contractor for its Golf Views Seven City JLT project in Dubai. A premium mixed-use development, it boasts 2,621 residential units along with 150,000 sq ft of retail space and a variety of dining options. ...
