Foster + Partners has unveiled the detailed masterplan designs for the Al Najd Agricultural City at Dhofar, in collaboration with Omani consultancy Dar Al Handasah. Spanning 54 million sq ft, the City features shaded pedestrian routes as well as retail and leisure spaces for a projected population of 13,000 residents.
Radisson continues to expand in Saudi Arabia, with 50 hotels open and under development across the kingdom, as it targets 100 properties in operation by 2030. The group aims to open 1,000 more rooms in the country during the second half, said a top official.
Leading Chinese group Jereh New Energy Regeneration and Recycling Tech (Jereh NER) has secured an oil-based drilling cuttings treatment service contract from Kuwait Oil Company. Once completed, each unit will be able to process 12 tonnes per hour, backing continuous large-scale KOC operations.
Dubai master developer Nakheel has released the next phase of Palm Central Private Residences on Palm Jebel Ali, reflecting continued demand for premium beachfront living in Dubai. The project features 222 residences across three low- to mid-rise buildings.
The US-Iran pact has begun to ease concerns around oil supply and shipping routes through the Hormuz. However, a return to normal will take time, and uncertainty remains over where oil will settle and how markets will respond. For the construction industry, the implications go far beyond fuel costs, said an expert.
Innovo, a leading construction company across UAE's built environment, has partnered with FieldAI, a physical AI category leader, to bring general-purpose robots to live construction environments across the Middle East. Their first project is Ghaf Woods, a $462 million development in Dubai.
Marriott Executive Apartments has announced the opening of its newest mixed-use project in Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai. Developed by Orra Hotel Apartments, the key property features 150 apartments with a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom units along with premium lifestyle amenities.
Sharakah, Oman’s leading SME development company, has announced a strategic collaboration with Gulf Technical Support (GTS), a specialist in the supply, installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems across the sultanate.
Saudi Arabia's Real Estate General Authority (REGA) has announced the opening of applications for foreign real estate ownership through its Saudi Properties portal. This is the official portal for the Foreign Real Estate Ownership Law, following its coming into force from January.
Ladun Investment Company said its joint venture with Al Ayuni Investment has been awarded SAR2.4 billion ($639 million) contracts for the infrastructure development works on key Al Qirawan, Al Narjis and Namar plots under the Real Estate Balance Program – Phase One in Riyadh.
