Construction & Real Estate

Construction & Real Estate

Metal Park seals lease agreement with top Dubai developer Binghatti

Tue, 24 Mar 2026

Metal Park, the first integrated downstream metals ecosystem based in Kezad, Abu Dhabi, has signed a lease agreement with Dubai developer Binghatti, thus establishing a collaboration focused on optimising its own construction supply chain through improved control, efficiency and material assurance.

Construction & Real Estate

Arada awards contract for K-12 school at mega Sharjah project

Tue, 24 Mar 2026

UAE developer Arada has awarded the main construction contract for a K-12 school at Masaar, its AED9.5 billion ($2.6 billion) forested megaproject in Sharjah. Developed in partnership with Bright Capital Investment, the new Reigate Grammar School is the first branch campus of a UK school in the emirate.

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Sanipex launches new architectural hardware, ironmongery category

Tue, 24 Mar 2026

Sanipex Group has expanded its portfolio with the introduction of its architectural hardware and ironmongery category, offering architects, designers, developers and homeowners a comprehensive and aspirational range of hardware solutions that refine the smallest details within a space.

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New-look Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi to open next month

Mon, 23 Mar 2026

Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading developer and creator of immersive destinations and experiences, has announced that its latest expansion of Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi will open to guests on April 4. These standout additions will significantly enhance the waterpark’s portfolio and will bring the total number of in-park experiences to more than 70.

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Chestertons names new CEO to lead next phase of Mena growth

Mon, 23 Mar 2026

Chestertons, a leading real estate advisory firm, has appointed John Stevens, an industry veteran with over three decades of experience across the Middle East and Asia as its new CEO. This significant step in the firm’s growth across the region signals a decisive move to align leadership with a rapidly evolving market.

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RTA awards contract for Phase I of Dubai Urban Walkways Master Plan

Mon, 23 Mar 2026

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that it has awarded the contract for Phase I of Dubai Walk Master Plan in Al Ras, comprising 12 km of walkways and 5 km of cycling tracks. The plan covers the rollout of a walkway network across 160 areas.

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Synergy plays key advisory role for major RAK sewage plant facility

Mon, 23 Mar 2026

Synergy Consulting, a major financial advisory services company, has announced that it is playing a vital role as financial advisor to a consortium comprising Etihad Water and Electricity, Taqa Water Solutions and Saur International for a key sewage plant in Ras Al Khaimah with a 60,000 cu m/day capacity.

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Saudi contractor Unimac seals partnership deal with ProGrowth Company

Sun, 22 Mar 2026

United Maintenance and Contracting Company (Unimac), a specialised heavy civil contracting company based in Saudi Arabia, has announced that it has officially signed a strategic agreement with ProGrowth Company for collaboration on leading projects in the kingdom.

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Miral announces official opening of Yas Bay East Beach

Sun, 22 Mar 2026

Abu Dhabi developer Miral has announced the opening of Yas Bay East Beach, newest stretch of shoreline on Yas Island. Operated by Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, the beach spans 290 m of waterfront, providing a contemporary coastal escape designed for adults seeking a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere.

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Power Grid inks $158.7m contract for key Kuwait power project

Sun, 22 Mar 2026

Kuwait's Power Grid Company has awarded a contract for the development of a 400 kV Overhead Transmission Line (OHTL) at the Al Shaqaya Solar Power Generation Station. It is mainly aimed at linking the station to the main substation in Al Wafra.