Nakheel

Assistant editor Jamie Stewart discovers that Donald Trump in the flesh is pretty much the Donald Trump we see on television. But has The Don bitten off more than he can chew with his ambitious plans for Dubai? Naturally, he doesn't think so.

EXCLUSIVE: Billionaire tycoon to develop 'One&Only' resort on The World development.

Property tycoon says he would 'love' to invest in golf course in emirate, in talks with Nakheel.

The GCC Leadership Summit '08 labour conference busted so many stereotypes held by labour unions and employers.

Security will be a top priority for the Trump International Hotel & Tower Dubai to avert potential terrorist attacks.

Developer teams up with Australia's Gold Coast City Council on Blue Communities.

New firm, Tashyed, to target UAE's real estate market, set to begin 2 projects.

World-famous circus reported to have received Dubai takeover bid, could value company at $2bn.

Dubai World-owned Nakheel has awarded a joint venture of Al Habtoor and Murray & Roberts a contract worth US $790 million (AED2.9 billion) for the construction of the Trump International Hotel and Tower on the Palm Jumeirah.

The leisure industry revealed a united front and shared ambition at last month's Arabian Travel Market (ATM) held in Dubai.

Royal Haskoning Architects has unveiled its design for a project that will put Palm Jebel Ali on the map.

World's tallest building now worth more per square foot than rival on Palm Jumeirah.

Plans to refurbish and refit the QE2 as a floating hotel next to the Palm Jumeirah are still being finalised, according to QE2 Enterprises chief executive Manfred Ursprunger.

Pangkor Laut Luxury Resort, Residence and Spa Village, a five-star resort property being developed on The World, was unveiled to potential investors at a gala dinner reception, held at Westin Dubai, Mina Seyahi Beach Resort last month.

Dubai developer aims to offer 'affordable housing' with Badrah district in mega project.

Kuwait hotel developer plans extension to Kingdom of Sheba resort on crescent of manmade island.

Construction Week visits the construction site of Nakheel's epic Waterfront project, which will be twice the size of Hong Kong when completed.

Azizi Investments recently made its debut on the Dubai real estate scene. But there's a lot more to this property developer than meets the eye, as Diana Milne finds out when she meets its founder Merwiss Azizi.

Dubai-owned developer plans to tap debt market again before end of year, chief executive says.

Dubai World subsidiaries bring EasyHotel brand to region.

Nakheel has awarded a $272 million (1 billion dirhams) infrastructure contract to Khansaheb Civil Engineering to develop the first phase of its family-oriented residential community, Al Furjan.

Design and concept of two islands on Dubai mega project still under review, says Salya.

Property developer Nakheel has launched a residential project on its Dubai Waterfront development called Veneto.

Hypermarkets division tipped to sign deal with international brand, as part of company's mammoth expansion.

Developer to create 100 shopping centres over 20 years to cater to its three million-strong Dubai communities.

In his second article, Mukund Karnick, senior contracts advisor at Nakheel's Palm Jebel Ali, broaches the topic of Nominated Subcontractors (NSC).

Half of GCC real estate investors do not favour any particular property developer, according to survey.

Jewellers will open new stores in Dubai skyscraper and on Palm Jumeirah island by end of this year.

Dubai developer begins sale of residences in world’s largest coastal development.

For centuries, technological innovation has been the facilitator behind transcending the boundaries laid down by nature.

Under fire developer says it is 'looking at various scenarios' after investor backlash.

Football star David Beckham gives Palm Jumeirah mansion to parents of 'Posh Spice'.

UAE property developer Nakheel has signed BIW to provide project management applications through software as a service model

Palm Jebel Ali master developer Nakheel 'very surprised' at Damac project cancellation.

Nakheel has launched the Emirates, its final and tenth precinct in the residential district of International City.

Is your HR a partner or a player? Let me explain what I mean by that question...

How investment trusts are looking to tap demand for indirect property investment.

Nakheel Hotels chief executive Joe Sita discusses the company's strategies in the shadow of looming global economic uncertainty and explains why he is quietly optimistic about 2008.

With a hectic life as a banker in the city, Karim Naccache has created his perfect weekend getaway with a shoreline apartment on the Palm.

Nakheel launches massive Waterfront project.

Dubai's tourism industry should set standards for the future, not repeat the mistakes of the past.

Rough shaping on the Fire and Earth courses at Jumeirah Golf Estates is now complete and fine shaping 80% finished, according to a representative of the development.

Island on Nakheel's The World archipelago to be launched under 'V...' boutique hotel brand.

Dubai-owned developer agrees to buy 50% of Los Cabos resort, first foray in Latin America.

New world's tallest building to be built in Middle East region, double height of current record holder.

The Cinnovation Group has announced the acquisition of the Nova Island in Nakheel's ‘The World Islands' project where it will build a "luxurious hospitality haven".

The development of Dubai's home mortgage security arrangements is one of the industry's most interesting stories.

WORLD EXCLUSIVE: The latest films and photos of world's tallest structure in Dubai after 600-metre breach.

Nakheel Hotels chief executive Joe Sita has ruled out entering the mid-market hotel sector in the short-term future.

In February 2008, Talal Malik took a VIP helicopter trip over Dubai and The World islands. Here he explains why he decided to do something quite unexpected as the helicopter was taking off...

Thai-hotel operator reveals plans for its three luxury developments on The Palm Jumeirah.

Nakheel will have a challenge to complete the remainder of The World project unless it finds specialist island resort developers.

The Palm Jumeirah's biggest investor talks about the ambitious developments for the man-made island.

Reversing climate change, one city at a time.

A city of bold contrasts and huge ambition, Dubai is pulling out the stops to boost tourism infrastructure.

Plans are being drawn up for a shopping mall on Nakheel's Palm Deira that will be ‘among the biggest in Dubai'.

French firm tipped to win foundations contract for what could be world's tallest building, sources say.

A large expo is to take place to take place at the National Exhibition centre in Abu Dhabi on the 28-30 April.

EXCLUSIVE: Firm took out injunction against Dutch broker using Palm name last year.

EXCLUSIVE: Launch of The Universe raises concerns among buyers of The World's islands.

There is huge demand for women's only banking services across the Middle East prompting several banks in the region to launch female only products. Dubai Islamic Bank has gone one step further by opening five official women only branches and launching a women's credit card and auto finance as part of its Johara service. Rana Hindawi, product development manager at Johara, tells Holly Sands more about the service.

Dubai property firm says initiative aimed at raising environmental awareness.

Once the preserve of the ruling Chinese dynasties, Feng Shui is now a global phenomenon impacting interior designers in the Middle East. By Adam Dawson

Nakheel has set up a training school providing health and safety courses for construction firms.

Sara Moore, principal and board of directors, tells COD about Burt, Hill's rapid growth in the Middle East, and the firm's plans to bring a little piece of New York to Jebel Ali Village.

WORLD EXCLUSIVE: Last rock is placed to complete iconic 300-island project in Dubai five years on.

Dubai-based developer reveals latest waterfront real estate project.

Omar Mourad, Planning Manager, Nakheel's The World, talks about the challenges ahead for a construction industry that needs to save time.

Nakheel has awarded the first building contract for homes at Dubai Waterfront to the Mammut Group.

Dubai World consolidates hotel business under one banner.

Dubai-owned real estate developr will use proceeds to finance general corporate activities.

The 2006 figures for carbon trading show that climate change is already having a major impact on global financial markets. Edward Poultney explains why companies need to be prepared and get in at ground level.

Property developer invites school students to learn about marine preservation.

A shift in focus from Dubai property giant Nakheel will usher in a new culture of sustainability for the group.

Claire Ferris-Lay talks to Hyder Consulting about how they build eco-friendly design into buildings, central to Dubai's green strategy..

Global travel and trade summit comes to the Middle East.

Hollywood's Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie buy 'African' private island.

Even though the region's road to sustainable development is a long one, Nakheel's latest announcements could put the developer in pole position.

Sustainability has become a hot topic throughout the UAE thanks to a mandate issued by Sheikh Mohammed.

Thousands of property professionals flooded Dubai last month for the world's largest property expo. Arabian Property reports on the real estate mega event that was Cityscape Dubai 2007.

If anyone was in doubt about the long-term future of the Middle East's construction industry, two events this month should have proved reassuring.

In the first of a four-part series on leadership, Dr Tommy Weir delves into the issue of what constitutes a good leader.

Chinese businessman behind 'Shanghai' buy will bid to purchase every one of the six islands that represent China on iconic project.

It is already the biggest real estate show in the world, and this year's exhibition got even bigger.

Owner of The World's ‘Shanghai' island Bin Hu on how he hopes to buy a whole string of islands.

CITYSCAPE: Many firms just paying 'lip service' to sustainability, says CEO O'Donnell.

CITYSCAPE: Firm to focus on sustainable development, set up standards in areas like human rights.

Unique set of images shows transformation of the Dubai landscape over past, present and future.

With its many audacious projects, Nakheel has achieved more than most firms achieve in a lifetime.

Palm Jebel Ali's sheer scale puts its celebrity-endorsed neighbour Palm Jumeirah firmly in the shade.

Dubai-based property giant considering listing in next two years in bid to fund new projects, CEO says.

Nakheel sells island on man-made archipelago to prominent Chinese businessman.

Nakheel's Marina Residences development on The Palm Jumeirah is now 20% complete.

Nakheel's Design Group plans to design LEED accredited green buildings.

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Nakheel has completely sold the first phase of its family-focused Al Furjan development in Jebel Ali, Dubai.

Large government developers are keeping the UAE ahead in the environmental sustainability stakes.

Buying a piece of the Dubai dream is now easier than ever for expatriates. Our step-by-step guide to mortgages.

Developer will create up to 200,000 units in Dubai over next 10 years to calm market.

Dubai World subsidiary teams with The Extreme Group to roll out a new food and beverage chain in the UAE.

Off-plan property purchases have proved hugely beneficial for buyers in Dubai over recent years.

The $5.2bn MGM Mirage deal is a bold new move for Dubai World. Does a fortune lie waiting in the Nevada desert?

Long-standing Dubai community set to be redeveloped to address the growing demand for housing.

Uncertainty over UAE property laws has real estate agents calling for clarification.

Civils contractor, Wade Adams, has won the US $136 million (AED500 million) infrastructure package for Al Oud district at Dubai Waterfront.

Arabian Forasol selected as contractor to carry out enabling works package on the Trump Tower in Dubai.

Marwan Al Qamzi, managing director, Palm Jebel Ali, dispels rumours of any redesign on Nakheel's second offshore island.

SMRT Engineering wins a competitive tender to manage all day-to-day operations for the Middle East's first monorail.

Al Masaood Bergum wins $64mn contract for construction of Nakheel's labour camp at Dubai Waterfront.

Curiosity over how constructing an artificial island is done was one reason Nakheel's CEO left Australia for Dubai.

How can you guarantee projects on time, within budget and to a high quality? By partnering and prefabrication says Charles Lever, regional manager for MEP contractor Rotary-Humm (M&E) Services UAE. Alison Luke reports.

The Australasian continent on The World development is now at final design stage.

NSCC has begun piling work on part of a new residential community being developed by Nakheel.

Melissa Hancock speaks to GE's Middle East CEO Nabil Habayeb, on the company's strategy for the Gulf region.

The real estate giant has launched its newest residence project in Dubai's Jumeirah district.