Alef Group, a premier real estate developer in Sharjah, has announced significant progress in the delivery of buildings within its flagship project, Al Mamsha, alongside the opening of a number of new retail outlets during April. These additions reflect a carefully curated tenant mix designed to deliver distinctive, high-quality experiences.
Indian group Bajel Projects, a leading player in the business of power infrastructure and an international EPC partner, has announced that it has secured two major orders from the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region for the construction of 500kV overhead transmission lines.
As the GCC construction sector pushes the boundaries of scale, speed and complexity, the industry is rapidly transitioning from fragmented workflows to integrated, data-driven ecosystems. For Trimble, this shift marks the emergence of “connected construction”, a model that redefines how projects are designed, managed and delivered.
The primary tunnelling works for the AED20.5 billion ($5.58 billion) Dubai Metro Blue Line project was launched on Sunday by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
Adnoc confirmed that it is accelerating growth and delivery of its strategy with AED200 billion ($55 billion) in new project awards for 2026-2028.
Residential unit sales in Abu Dhabi during March and April remained stable, with April exceeding 3,200 residential units sold and AED13 billion ($3.45 billion) in sales value, said a report from the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), the custodian and regulator of Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector.
Takeem, an PropTech platform in the UAE, said it has launched the country's First Rental Guarantee service, a value-added offering for landlords, tenants and agents as regional markets navigate renewed uncertainty. The Takeem guarantee covers landlords against tenant non-payment and includes emergency maintenance for urgent property repairs.
Abu Dhabi has announced the opening of its first fully integrated solar-powered community port - Al Dhannah Community Harbour - following its modernisation and expansion, adding key facilities including a public marina with 16 berths, 99 dry-parking spaces and two boat maintenance units.
Kuwait's State Audit Bureau (SAB) has given conditional approval to proceed with the KD74.703 million ($243.1 million) Shuwaikh water distribution complex project to the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, a report said.
The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka secured Gold at the iF Design Award 2026 in the category Interior Architecture – Trade Fairs / Temporary Exhibitions. The recognition acknowledges the Pavilion’s interior architecture and visitor experience within Trade Fairs and Temporary Exhibitions category.
