Abu Dhabi

Construction & Real Estate

H&H, Mubadala launch 200-unit Eden House on Al Maryah Island

Thu, 12 Feb 2026

H&H, a Dubai-based developer, on Thursday announced a landmark partnership with Mubadala Investment Company, the Abu Dhabi-based sovereign investor, to bring the esteemed Eden House brand to Abu Dhabi.

IT & Telecommunications

GBM strengthens leadership team with two senior appointments

Thu, 12 Feb 2026

Gulf Business Machines (GBM), an end-to-end digital solutions provider, today announced two senior leadership appointments to further reinforce its executive bench, deepen market presence and sharpen its focus on delivering customer-centric digital transformation across the UAE.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Events in January boost Abu Dhabi hotel rates

Thu, 12 Feb 2026

Abu Dhabi’s hotels saw strong January performance, with occupancy at 85.2% (-0.5% YoY), while average daily rate (AED 846.34/$230.45) rose 10.4% and RevPAR increased 9.9% to AED 720.98, driven by strong demand and higher room rates, according to CoStar data.

Construction & Real Estate

Royal Development announces sellout of Rotana Al Reem Island homes

Wed, 11 Feb 2026

UAE-based Royal Development has successfully sold out its AED1 billion ($272 million) Rotana Residences – Al Reem Island project in Abu Dhabi, ahead of its official launch. Set for 2028 completion, the landmark development comprises two iconic towers featuring a collection of 439 residences.

Construction & Real Estate

Abu Dhabi construction sector grows 13.9% in Q3 2025

Tue, 10 Feb 2026

Abu Dhabi's construction sector recorded one of the strongest performances in Q3 2025, growing by 13.9 per cent year-on-year and contributing 9.4 per cent to Abu Dhabi’s GDP, with a value added of AED30.5 billion ($8.3 billion).

Finance & Capital Market

Abu Dhabi economy grows 7.7% Q3 2025

Tue, 10 Feb 2026

Abu Dhabi’s economy expanded by 7.7 percent in the third quarter of 2025 (July to September) compared to the same period in 2024, reaching its highest quarterly value on record at AED325.7 billion ($88.69 billion).

Finance & Capital Market

Abu Dhabi seals major partnership to support family businesses

Tue, 09 Dec 2025

The Abu Dhabi Family Business Council (ADFBC), an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has signed a cooperation agreement with the Family Business Council Gulf (FBCG), a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the sustainability and long-term success of family businesses across the Gulf Cooperation Council.

Construction & Real Estate

Mubadala, Aldar in landmark $16bn Al Maryah Island expansion deal

Tue, 09 Dec 2025

Mubadala and Aldar have announced a landmark AED60 billion ($16.3 billion) expansion of Abu Dhabi’s financial district on Al Maryah Island. The development will deliver 1.5 million sq m GFA including Grade A offices, luxury homes, retail and hospitality space.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Investcorp Capital buys top US fire, life safety services company

Mon, 08 Dec 2025

Investcorp Capital, an investor in private markets and a capital financing services provider in the alternative investments space, has acquired Guardian Fire Services, a leading fire and life safety services company operating in the US, thus capping $1.1 billion of new investments in six months.

Construction & Real Estate

Modon launches first premium waterfront community on Hudayriyat Island

Mon, 08 Dec 2025

Leading UAE developer Modon has unveiled its first ultra-premium waterfront community on Hudayriyat Island - Bashayer - featuring 157 luxury villas, as well as 330 apartments, including penthouses with views of Al Bateen and Abu Dhabi’s skyline.