Construction & Real Estate

Construction & Real Estate

Aldar's net profit surges 20pc in Q1 to $626m

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

Leading Abu Dhabi developer Aldar Group has recorded strong financial and operational results for the first quarter with a 20% jump in its net profit which rose to AED2.3 billion ($626 million), driven by the realisation of development revenue backlog which hit AED72.1 billion ($19.6 billion).

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Siemon flags renewable energy gains, emissions drop in ESG report

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

Siemon, a global leader in high‑performance network infrastructure solutions for data centers and smart buildings, has released its 2026 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, highlighting progress on climate targets and expanded use of renewable energy and focus on transparency.

Construction & Real Estate

Durar Group awards main contract for Missoni-branded homes in RAK

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

UAE-based Durar Group has appointed Ali & Sons as the main contractor for its flagship branded residential development - Moonstone Interiors by Missoni - on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. A premium development, it features 226 sea-facing residences along with key amenities.

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Azizi's Dubai South mixed-use project 39pc completed

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

Azizi Developments has announced that construction across the first 14 buildings released at Azizi Venice, its mixed-use community in Dubai South, has reached 39% completion. Azizi Venice will boast over 36,000 residential units across 100+ apartment complexes and 109 ultra-luxury mansions.

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Alef Group awards contracts for final phase of its flagship Sharjah project

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

UAE-based Alef Group has awarded construction contracts worth AED750 million ($204 million), marking the commencement of the final phase of its flagship Hayyan development in Sharjah. The Samr 1, Samr 2, and Deem residential clusters feature more than 700 residential units.

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Ultra-luxury propels Dubai real estate sales to $49bn in Q1

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

Dubai’s real estate market recorded over AED180 billion ($49 billion) in residential and commercial sales during the first three months of the year, supported by a surge in ultra-luxury property transactions and sustained demand across both sectors, according to a market report.

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Johnson Controls unveils new cooling technology for UAE buildings

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Johnson Controls, a global technology leader energy efficiency, decarbonisation, thermal management and mission-critical performance, has announced the launch of Balanced Cooling, a purpose-built solution for buildings connected to centralised cooling systems in the UAE.

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Al Ain project to deliver over 10,300 villas for citizens

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Abu Dhabi authorities have announced that steady progress is being made on the Al Ain Residential Project featuring five housing complexes that, on completion, will boast a total of 10,316 villas for citizens, designed to the highest standards of sustainability and quality.

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Steel, construction projects lead $519m industrial push in Oman

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Oman's Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones has signed RO200 million ($519 million) agreements to establish a portfolio of industrial projects across its free zones, supporting its push to build an export-oriented industrial base spanning steel, construction and industrial products, said a report.

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Ewec renews clean energy partnership with Mediclinic Middle East

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (Ewec) has announced the extension of its clean energy partnership with Mediclinic, the first healthcare institution in Abu Dhabi to decarbonise their operations. The deal ensures all Mediclinic’s hospitals will be powered by clean electricity, verified using CECs issued by Abu Dhabi.