Construction & Real Estate

Construction & Real Estate

Market uncertainty 'creates long-term investment opportunities in Dubai real estate'

Wed, 26 Aug 2026

Periods of market uncertainty have historically created some of the strongest long-term investment opportunities in Dubai's real estate market, according to Nisus Finance, which believes the UAE's strong macro-economic fundamentals, resilient regulatory environment and sustained population growth continue to support long-term investor confidence.

Construction & Real Estate

Legend Robot to unveil Its mobile paint spraying robot at Big 5 Construct Saudi

Wed, 26 Aug 2026

Legend Robot has previewed the regional adaptation of its interior painting fleet set to be unveiled at the upcoming Big 5 Construct Saudi.

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi residential sales value soars 178% to $18.46bn in H1

Wed, 26 Aug 2026

Abu Dhabi’s residential property sales values climbed 178% year-on-year to reach AED67.8 billion ($18.46 billion) in H1 2026, says leading real estate advisory and property consultancy, Cavendish Maxwell.

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Dubai sees 37.4% rise in licensed buildings in H1

Wed, 26 Aug 2026

Dubai saw a 37.4% year-on-year increase during the first half of this year in the number of licensed buildings, reflecting continued momentum in urban development and sustained confidence in Dubai’s real estate market, according to Arabian Gulf Properties.

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UAE real estate market shows resilience amid evolving market dynamics: Colliers

Wed, 26 Aug 2026

The UAE real estate market continues to evolve towards a more balanced phase following an extended period of exceptionally strong growth, supported by market fundamentals, ongoing investment and economic diversification initiatives, says a Colliers report.

Construction & Real Estate

ICC to spotlight application of Saudi Building Code at Big 5 Construct

Wed, 26 Aug 2026

The International Code Council (ICC) will facilitate industry professionals better understand the regulatory landscape and navigate the practical requirements of the Saudi Building Code (SBC) during its participation as an exhibitor at Big 5 Construct Saudi 2026.

Construction & Real Estate

McDermott secures EPCI contract for Adnoc’s Umm Shaif development

Wed, 26 Aug 2026

McDermott has secured a mega engineering, procurement, construction and installation (EPCI) contract from Adnoc for Package 4 of the Umm Shaif Integrated Gas Cap and Surface Pressure Boosting Project.

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Supply chain rerouting, diversification reinforce Saudi status as logistics hub

Tue, 25 Aug 2026

Strong investor confidence, a strategic realignment of regional trade flows, and sustained momentum toward Vision 2030’s industrial diversification goals have reinforced Saudi Arabia’s position as a critical and resilient logistics hub, according to a JLL report.

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Amali Properties’ Villa Avatea listed among Dubai’s top transactions

Tue, 25 Aug 2026

Amali Properties, an ultra-luxury property developer based in Dubai and co-founded by Ali and Amira Sajwani, announced that the AED220 million ($59.9 million) sale of Villa Avatea at Amali Island, The World Islands, ranks among Dubai’s top residential property transactions of 2026.

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VA Tech Wabag wins key desalination plant deal in Kuwait

Tue, 25 Aug 2026

VA Tech Wabag, a leading pure-play multinational water technology group, has secured the design, build, operate (DBO) contract for the Doha SWRO Desalination Plant with Recarbonation System – Stage II in Kuwait.