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Abu Dhabi, UAE — The 14th edition of the International Real Estate & Investment Show (IREIS 2025) opened today at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), setting the stage for one of the largest gatherings of property investors and developers in the region. According to industry data, the total value of active urban development projects in Abu Dhabi has surpassed US$758.79 billion,...

Sharjah is setting new standards for real estate development by prioritizing sustainability, livability, and global investor appeal. At the 14th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2025), industry leaders highlighted how the emirate is successfully aligning economic growth with environmental stewardship and community well-being. In a session titled “From Sharjah Real Estate to a...

Dubai, UAE – The UAE’s commercial real estate sector posted a robust performance in Q2 2025, driven by tightening office supply, rising rental rates, and an evolving retail landscape shaped by shifting consumer behavior, according to JLL’s latest Office and Retail Market Dynamics reports. Dana Williamson, Head of Offices, Business Space & Retail, MEA at JLL, commented:“The UAE’s...

SustainInsight has officially launched in the UAE, introducing an AI-driven platform designed to give construction and real estate companies a comprehensive, real-time view of their sustainability performance — going far beyond conventional carbon accounting. The launch arrives as new climate regulations and stricter ESG disclosure requirements push businesses to raise the bar on verifiable...

UAE Crypto UpdateRAK Properties, the Ras Al Khaimah–based real estate developer listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, has announced it will now accept cryptocurrency payments for international property sales. Buyers will be able to pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT through a new partnership with fintech platform Hubpay. All transactions will be instantly converted into UAE dirhams by Hubpay...

From sweeping tax reforms in UAE Free Zones to record-breaking real estate sales in Dubai, this week has been packed with developments shaping the region’s business and investment landscape. Key highlights include Oman’s launch of a landmark Golden Residency Program, Dubai’s $1.36bn online food delivery sector getting a regulatory boost, and the unveiling of the Middle East’s 100 Best Places to...

Despite global uncertainty and trade tensions, Dubai and the wider UAE continue to fuel one of the world’s most dynamic real estate booms. The emirate’s skyline is so packed with construction that it’s often said a quarter of the world’s cranes are stationed there. From a once-quiet desert stretch along the Persian Gulf, the UAE has transformed into a global business and lifestyle hub....

Dubai has reaffirmed its position as one of the world’s strongest-performing prime residential markets, ranking third globally for capital value growth, according to new research by Savills. The firm’s World Cities Prime Residential Index tracks the performance of high-end villas, houses, and apartments within the top 5–10 percentile of value in each market. These properties are typically the...

RAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates, Aug 21 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — Ras Al Khaimah is undergoing an extraordinary real estate transformation, positioning itself as one of the UAE’s most dynamic property markets. This momentum is fueled by the progressive vision of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah. The Emirate is reshaping its...

BNW Developments is driven by a philosophy of building with vision and purpose. Leadership here isn’t about hierarchy, but about fostering ownership, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking across the team. This culture shapes how BNW challenges convention and delivers projects that balance architectural intent, lifestyle relevance, and long-term investment foresight. Every project in the BNW...