Dubai

Construction & Real Estate

RTA completes 60pc work on Oud Maitha, Al Asayel Road project

Mon, 05 Jan 2026

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that steady progress is being made on its Oud Maitha Road and Al Asayel Street Development Project with 60% work already completed. The scope of work includes development of four major intersections, featuring bridges and 14-km-long roads.

Construction & Real Estate Lifestyle

Meraas unveils d3 masterplan, set to introduce waterfront neighbourhood

Mon, 05 Jan 2026

Dubai developer Meraas has unveiled an expanded residential masterplan for Dubai Design District (d3), thus transforming the district into one of Dubai’s most desirable creative-led waterfront neighbourhoods. Spanning 18 million sq ft, it will offer residents a blend of cultural, retail and hospitality experiences.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Singapore Airlines introduces A380 on Dubai–Singapore

Mon, 05 Jan 2026

Singapore Airlines will deploy the Airbus A380 on its daily Dubai–Singapore route from March 29, 2026, offering increased capacity and an enhanced onboard experience across all cabins.

Construction & Real Estate

Azizi's prime Dubai residential project on track for Q1 handover

Sat, 31 Jan 2026

UAE-based Azizi Developments has announced that the construction is in full swing on its key residential project - Azizi Central - located in the Al Furjan community of Dubai. With nearly 77% work already completed, the project is set for Q1 handover.

Finance & Capital Market Industry, Logistics & Shipping

UAE’s non-oil foreign trade tops AED3.8 trillion for first time

Sat, 31 Jan 2026

The UAE’s non-oil foreign trade reached approximately AED3.8 trillion ($1.03 trillion) in 2025, recording growth of 27% compared to 2024 and 44.3% compared to 2023. It also achieved growth of 65% and 97.4% compared to 2022 and 2021 respectively, exceeding twice the level of 2019.

Media & Promotion

Dubai launches new digital platform to offer family-friendly content

Sat, 31 Jan 2026

Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI) has announced the launch of its new digital platform Dubai+, bringing a significant addition to the region’s digital broadcasting landscape via family-friendly content. It features a library of first-run and exclusive film and series releases as well as live TV channels.

Construction & Real Estate Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Würth Professional Solutions to drive humanoid robotics at Expo City ConTech innovation hub

Thu, 29 Jan 2026

Würth Professional Solutions is accelerating Dubai’s construction technology ecosystem through the deployment of advanced robotics, integrated engineering capabilities, and real-world technology implementation.

Construction & Real Estate

ADE Properties unveils 274-unit mixed-use residential project in Dubai

Wed, 28 Jan 2026

ADE Properties has unveiled Barari Gate, a mixed-use residential development located in Majan, Dubai, adjacent to the Al Barari area. Set for 2028 completion, the project features 274 residential units spread across a total built-up area of 442,580 sq ft along with premium amenities.

Construction & Real Estate

Nabni announces full sell-out of its 166-unit Dubai residential tower

Mon, 26 Jan 2026

UAE-based Nabni Developments has confirmed the complete sell-out of its newest residential project, Nabni Avenue 7 in Dubai’s Al Furjan community. A 12-storey residential building, it features 166 apartments with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom units as well as other amenities.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Dubai among global leaders in new hotel room openings for 2026

Sun, 25 Jan 2026

Among global hotel markets, Dubai, Shanghai, and London are set to open the most rooms in 2026, per CoStar data. The Middle East & Africa saw 18,273 rooms open in 2025, with 54,238 projected in 2026, led by Dubai (5,053) and Qatar (2,406).