Dubai’s Mall of the Emirates will undergo an AED5 billion redevelopment adding 20,000 square metres of retail space and accommodate 100 new stores
UAE
AECB credit score
UAE credit score: What really affects it? Experts weigh in
Discover the hidden factors that could be silently destroying your UAE credit score – and the simple steps that could save you thousands of dirhams
Marjan
Marjan completes infrastructure at RAK Central development in Ras Al Khaimah
RAK Central is a business district designed to be the commercial nucleus of Ras Al Khaimah
Abu Dhabi
ADNOC internally transfers its shares in several companies to XRG
These include ADNOC Distribution, ADNOC Drilling, ADNOC Gas and ADNOC L&S; Borouge Group International to be added to the list when formed
City Tower 1
Tabreed connects the 93-storied City Tower 1 to its district cooling network
The company will supply 5,300 RT to the tower that has 695 residential units, apart from retail and business space on Sheikh Zayed Road
Ajman
Ajman new professional licences up 37% in H1 2025 as new investors rise 24%
Ajman’s new professional licences surged 37 per cent in H1 2025, with new investors up 24 per cent and Ethiopia and Sudan joining the top 10 nationalities
Dubai South
Dubai unveils VIP Terminal Boulevard at MBRAH to attract global aviation firms and luxury brands
Dubai has launched The VIP Terminal Boulevard at Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, a 204,000 sqm development to boost aviation and luxury retail
social media
UAE cracks down on social media advert over medical claims
UAE Media Council takes action against unsubstantiated medical claims in social media advert
Dubai construction
Dubai to host Big 5 Global 2025 as $7tn construction projects drive record demand
Dubai to host Big 5 Global 2025 as $7tn construction projects drive record demand
Abu Dhabi real estate
UAE office rents jump 31% in Q2 2025 as vacancies hit record lows, retail demand accelerates: JLL
UAE office rents soared in Q2 2025 with Abu Dhabi up 31% and Dubai retail contracts rising 9%, as vacancies hit record lows, JLL reports
Ciel Dubai Marina
World’s tallest Ciel Dubai Marina hotel announces November opening
Ciel Dubai Marina is an 82-storey tower with 377 metres in height and offers 1,004 rooms and suites.
Aldar
Aldar announces final phase of Athlon community with 1,200 new apartments
Rise by Athlon will have eight uniquely themed buildings offering residents bespoke amenities for health, fitness, and wellbeing
Dubai
Dubai real estate: Property market records 10% annual growth despite August dip
Off-plan developments in Dubai dominated buyer preferences, accounting for 73 per cent of all transactions
Dubai Desert Classic launches global competition for sustainability solutions
The Green Incubator Challenge, in partnership with Deloitte, aims to drive meaningful change in sustainability in sport and entertainment industries
ADNOC Distribution
ADNOC Distribution and Landmark Group launch loyalty partnership
ADNOC Rewards and Landmark’s Shukran offer point conversion and cross-platform redemption for millions of members
Dubai Schools
Dubai introduces strict new teacher rules for private schools
Dubai introduces strict new teacher rules for private schools, with KHDA guidelines on hiring, conduct, resignations, and safeguarding standards
AI
UAE rolls out AI-powered HR Assistant to serve 50,000 federal employees
UAE launches AI-powered HR Assistant to serve 50,000 federal employees, automating 80 per cent of services and saving 170,000 work hours annually