Construction & Real Estate

Construction & Real Estate

Emirates breaks ground on $5.1bn massive MRO complex

Mon, 18 May 2026

Emirates has broken ground on its new $5.1 billion engineering complex at Dubai South slated to become the world’s most modern and advanced maintenance, repairs and overhaul (MRO) facility, cementing Emirates' and Dubai's leadership in global aviation capability and infrastructure.

Construction & Real Estate

Armstrong Fluid Technology names UAE regional sales manager

Mon, 18 May 2026

Leading intelligent flow equipment manufacturer, Armstrong Fluid Technology, has appointed Erwan Elias as a regional sales manager for the UAE. An industry veteran, he brings 15 years’ experience in HVAC, pump manufacturing and the water industry.

Construction & Real Estate

Emaar exits the JV structure for prime Syrian mixed-use project

Mon, 18 May 2026

Emaar Properties said it is in the process of exiting the JV structure relating to The Eighth Gate, its key mixed-use development in Damascus, thus marking a decisive new chapter in its long-standing relationship with Syria. With this move, the Dubai master developer will be operating in the country without any partner.

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Qiddiya picks Google Cloud to power mega Saudi entertainment city

Mon, 18 May 2026

Saudi-based Qiddiya Investment Company and Google Cloud have announced a major collaboration to establish the digital foundation for one of the world’s largest entertainment projects. Through strategic systems integrator Master Works, Qiddiya will leverage Google Cloud technology to power its mega entertainment hub - Qiddiya City.

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World Cement Association marks 10 years amid global turmoil

Mon, 18 May 2026

The World Cement Association (WCA) is celebrating its 10th anniversary, a key milestone that reflects a decade of profound transformation for both the global cement industry and the wider world economy. Over the past ten years, the world has faced the Covid-19 pandemic, geopolitical conflicts and energy crises.

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Taiba Investment, Osool enter $640m deal to develop three hotels in Madinah

Mon, 18 May 2026

Taiba Investment Company has signed a final partnership agreement with Osool Integrated Real Estate Company to develop, refurbish and operate three hotels in the central area of Madinah in a project valued at SAR2.4 billion ($640 million), strengthening the city’s hospitality infrastructure as Saudi Arabia expands accommodation capacity for pilgrims under Vision 2030.

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AD Ports Group awards 3 contracts for Noatum Ports Pointe-Noire Terminal

Mon, 18 May 2026

AD Ports Group, a leading global enabler of trade, industry, and logistics solutions, has announced the award of three major contracts for the Noatum Ports Pointe-Noire Terminal in the Republic of the Congo.

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Dubai Holding Real Estate partners with ADIB for Sharia-compliant home financing

Mon, 18 May 2026

Dubai Holding Real Estate, one of the largest integrated master developers in Dubai, has entered into a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) to expand access to Sharia-compliant home financing solutions for eligible customers across Nakheel, Meraas and Dubai Properties.

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Sobha Realty to introduce Keeta Drone’s air delivery in its communities

Mon, 18 May 2026

Sobha Realty, a leading global luxury real estate developer renowned for innovation and building future ready communities, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Keeta Drone, a pioneering green air delivery company, to introduce next-generation air delivery ecosystems across its integrated communities.

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Oman's new Real Estate Registry Law aims at digital transformation

Mon, 18 May 2026

Oman has promulgated the new Real Estate Registry Law, which is a transformative step that advances institutional modernisation and accelerates digital transformation.