Khansaheb Civil Engineering has been appointed to deliver the 46-storey West Residence, the first phase of Palma Development’s AED5bn Serenia District project at Jumeirah Islands
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DAMAC tops out the world’s first Cavalli-branded tower at 71 floors
The Tower, scheduled for handover later in 2026, is conceived by renowned architect Shaun Killa, and will feature bespoke interiors by Roberto Cavalli
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Ellington Properties signs AED1 billion construction deal with China Railway for Uptown Dubai project
The partnership marks a major milestone for the project, which aims to deliver world-class design, premium amenities, and vibrant retail offerings in one of the city’s most sought-after districts
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
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UAE holiday, petrol price changes, tax update, Saudi property reforms, new Kuwait laws – 10 things you missed this week
From a new UAE holiday and petrol price changes to a significant tax update, Saudi property reforms and new Kuwait laws — here are 10 big Gulf business stories you may have missed this week
Dubai construction
Dubai warns firms over villa construction costs
Dubai Municipality warns firms over inflated villa designs, enforcing Building Code to cut costs and ensure safe, sustainable construction
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636 luxury villas coming to Dubai Islands as Nakheel awards $708m contract
Nakheel awards AED2.6bn Bay Villas contract to Fibrex for Dubai Islands luxury community
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Dubai construction inspections surge 36% in 2025 as sustainability efforts hit new milestone
Dubai Municipality conducted 25,000 construction inspections in H1 2025, boosting safety, compliance, and green building across the emirate
Dubai construction
Dubai construction booms with 30,000 permits issued in H1 2025 as built-up area surges past 5.5 million sqm
Residential villas and commercial towers lead a 20 per cent rise in Dubai construction permits, signalling strong investor confidence and sustainable growth
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EXCLUSIVE: Dubai’s Heart of Europe to see all remaining hotels under construction by end-2025, says Kleindienst
The Heart of Europe is the first major development to gain traction on the World Islands following years of inactivity since 2008
Dubai construction
UAE holiday dates; GCC visa ‘coming soon’; Dubai real estate record; New Saudi law – 10 things you missed this week
UAE holidays, petrol prices, visas, real estate and more top news stories this week
Dubai construction
Dubai suspends 2 engineering firms, announces major upgrade to contractor evaluation system
Dubai Municipality suspends two engineering consultancy offices for six months and unveils a new contractor evaluation system to boost construction sector
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Dubai real estate: Meraas awards $123m construction contract for Central Park Plaza
Meraas awards construction contract for work on Central Park Plaza in Dubai
Dubai construction
Nakheel awards $204m for Palm Jebel Ali infrastructure works
Nakheel has awarded $204m in contracts for Palm Jebel Ali infrastructure in Dubai
Drake & Scull International
Restructured Drake and Scull International returns to profit for Q1
The company declares a net profit of $680,000 for Q1 2025, compared to a net loss of $11.6 million in corresponding period last year
Azizi Developments
Dubai real estate: Azizi Developments announces 58% completion of Riviera Beachfront
As construction progresses, Azizi Developments continues to make strides in delivering a French Mediterranean-inspired waterfront community in MBR City, advancing luxury waterfront living
Azizi Developments
Azizi Developments recruits 1,600 staff this year to bring employee count to 36,000
Azizi Developments targets 7,000 new workers by the end of this year
