Construction & Real Estate

Construction & Real Estate

Sobha Realty seals home finance deal with Rakbank

Mon, 12 Oct 2026

Sobha Realty, a leading luxury real estate developer, has signed an agreement with the National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah (Rakbank) to provide home financing solutions to eligible buyers of its ready and selected off-plan residential properties across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

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Ohana launches second phase of Manchester City branded homes in Abu Dhabi

Mon, 12 Oct 2026

Abu Dhabi-based Ohana Development has announced the launch of the second phase of its Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana project, featuring two- and three-bedroom townhouses, duplex villas, and four- and five-bedroom villas. The premium development is set for phased delivery by 2029.

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Oman's total electricity production surges by 4.3%, says report

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Oman’s total electricity generation rose 4.3% year on year to 37,481.8 gigawatt-hours (GWh) in the first eight months of 2026, while water production fell 3.5%, preliminary data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) showed.

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Saudi NWC completes key sewer system projects in Al Baha region

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Saudi Arabia's National Water Company (NWC) said it has completed a range of sewer systems in the Al Baha region as part of its infrastructure development projects. These include the construction of a tertiary wastewater treatment plant using bio-membrane technology as well as laying of 46km-long sewage networks.

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Project Oman 2026 to spotlight $120bn construction pipeline

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Oman’s construction sector is poised for growth, supported by a pipeline of projects worth $120 billion through 2030 spanning infrastructure, tourism and industrial development, with the sector’s investment opportunities set to be highlighted at Project Oman 2026 in Muscat this November.

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NMDC expands fleet adding ‘Abu Al Bakhoush’ dredger

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

NMDC Group, a global leader in integrated marine, energy, construction, logistics, and engineering solutions, has inaugurated the Abu Al Bakhoush vessel, a state-of-the-art self-propelled heavy-duty cutter suction dredger.

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KEC partners with TGP to develop a new Food Hall

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Knowledge Economic City (KEC), a leading master developer, has partnered with global hospitality agency TGP International to develop a new Food Hall at Multaqa AlMadinah Mall.

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Abu Dhabi announces major upgrades to Mussafah Road

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Abu Dhabi has announced plans to upgrade key roads in Mussafah, improving journeys between the industrial area, Mohamed Bin Zayed City and Zayed City. The scope of work includes upgrades to four interchanges along E30 as well as plans for building two new bridges.

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Dubai launches trial operation of Glydways automated transit system

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the trial operation of the Dubai Glydways automated transit system at a premium retail destination in the emirate - Bluewaters. The system uses autonomous electric vehicles supported by artificial intelligence technologies, operating on dedicated guideways.

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Emaar EC CEO steps down; Naif Saleh AlHamdan the new head

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Emaar, The Economic City (Emaar EC) has announced that its CEO Abdulaziz Ibrahim Alnowaiser will be stepping down from his post effective October 31, due to professional commitments. Naif Saleh Al Hamdan, the company's current Vice Chairman has been named its Managing Director.