Construction & Real Estate

Construction & Real Estate

LEAD Development showcases Jubail Island’s integrated water system

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

As the UAE experiences seasonal rainfall this week, LEAD Development is spotlighting the advanced water management system at Jubail Island in Abu Dhabi, demonstrating how well-designed infrastructure can transform natural conditions into long-term environmental and community value.

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Abu Dhabi summit to showcase $57bn infrastructure pipeline

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

The second edition of Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) kicks off in May this year at the ADNEC Centre, anchored by the emirate's $57 billion infrastructure pipeline spanning housing, transport, culture, education, and social infrastructure, said the event organisers.

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Dubai leasing market adjusts as rental listings increase: report

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

With the ongoing regional conflict entering the fifth week, Dubai’s leasing market is entering a more selective phase, with shifting tenant behaviour and an increase in rental listings beginning to reshape market dynamics, according to a new report.

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RTA completes 13 cycling tracks across Dubai

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that it has completed work on 13 cycling tracks as part of a master plan for Dubai. The development of cycling tracks forms part of a comprehensive plan to expand Dubai’s cycling network to 1,000 km by 2030.

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Alta defies regional headwinds, keeps projects on track

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

UAE-based Alta Real Estate Development has announced that construction activity continues across its portfolio despite the challenging situation in the region, thus reflecting the strength, resilience and long-term vision underpinning Dubai’s continued growth.

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EnergyX gets big Qatar backing for global clean-building expansion

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

EnergyX, a South Korea-founded building energy technology company, said it has secured substantial backing from leading private and public sector institutions in Qatar, including Rasmal Ventures and Qatar Development Bank, for its global acquisition strategy and verticalised deep-technology roll-out.

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Abu Dhabi issues new decisions to boost real estate transparency

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Abu Dhabi authorities have issued a package of administrative decisions to implement a new law related to the regulation of the emirate's real estate sector. These are aimed at boosting transparency, governance and creating a flexible legislative framework aligned with international best practices.

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Four global firms in race for 3GW Al Nouf 1 CCGT plant

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (Ewec) has announced that it has received four competitive proposals for the development of Al Nouf 1 Independent Power Producer (IPP) project. The country's largest single-site carbon-capture-ready CCGT plant, it will generate up to 3.3GW power once operational.

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AESG launches new structural design and engineering unit

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Leading global engineering and advisory firm AESG has set up a structural design and engineering unit, further strengthening its multi-disciplinary consultancy platform across the Middle East region. It has appointed industry veterans Matthew Cross and Dr Gavin Lume to spearhead the new division.

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Damac's Safa One 'jewel tower' work 56pc completed

Mon, 30 Mar 2026

Dubai master developer Damac has announced that work is in full swing on its Safa One development which continues rise steadily on the Dubai skyline. The overall construction stands at 56% completion, with core wall levels advancing to Level 46 in Tower A and Level 49 in Tower B.