Construction & Real Estate

Construction & Real Estate

Al Maktoum International Airport first phase work on track for 2032 opening

Mon, 15 Jun 2026

Dubai has confirmed that the first phase of Al Maktoum International Airport remains on track for a 2032 opening, with major construction milestones achieved and AED13 billion ($3.5 billion) in contracts underway as preparations advance for future awards worth AED55 billion ($15 billion).

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Seef Mall revitalisation project awarded to Mohammed Jalal Contracting

Mon, 15 Jun 2026

Bahrain-based Seef Properties has signed an agreement with Mohammed Jalal Contracting to execute the main construction works within the Seef Mall - Seef District redevelopment project.

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Dubai RTA to build 31 pedestrian bridges in key locations

Mon, 15 Jun 2026

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved the five-year plan 2026–2030, covering the construction of 31 pedestrian bridges and tunnels across key locations in Dubai.

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NHC signs cooperation deal with China's Sinoma-CDI

Mon, 15 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia's National Housing Company (NHC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with China's Sinoma Chengdu Design and Research Institute of Building Materials Industry Co (Sinoma-CDI) to enhance cooperation in the field of construction and real estate.

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$506m Saudi housing projects awarded to Chinese firms

Mon, 15 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia has awarded new housing projects in Riyadh and Dammam worth more than SAR1.9 billion ($506 million) to Chinese firms, as part of efforts to strengthen the Saudi-Chinese partnership in the housing and construction sectors.

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UAE midday outdoor work ban begins today

Mon, 15 Jun 2026

The UAE today begins implementing its midday break (occupational heat stress prevention policy) which prohibits outdoor work under direct sunlight daily from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm.

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Saudi Arabia residential market records sharp slowdown: report

Mon, 15 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia's residential market recorded a sharp slowdown in activity during Q1 2026, with transaction volumes falling by 50% year-on-year, according to an analysis by global property consultancy, Knight Frank.

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Saudi Arabia seeks stronger construction, housing tieups at Chinese event

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Leading Saudi Arabian groups have signed six agreements with Chinese entities covering investment co-operation, construction technology, knowledge transfer, workforce development and public-private partnerships at a key industry event in Shenzhen, China.

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Omran's flagship project wins top recognition at Singapore event

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Omran has announced that its flagship urban destination - Madinat Al Irfan - has been named 'Mixed-Use Development of the Year - Oman' at the Real Estate Asia Awards 2026 held in Singapore. The top honours were in recognition of its integrated mixed-use masterplan and long-term urban vision.

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Shalfa secures contract to provide FM services at Qassim school buildings

Sun, 14 Jun 2026

Saudi-based Shalfa Facilities Management has announced that it has secured a key contract from Tatweer Buildings Company to provide FM services at its school buildings in the kingdom's Qassim Region. The scope of work includes cleaning, maintenance and gatekeeper services.