The construction industry in the UAE and the region are increasingly turning to tools that improve planning, reduce risk, and align stakeholders from the onset
UAE construction sector
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Building materials
UAE property developers face rising costs as new launches, labour crunch strain supply chains
The boom in new real estate projects is driving up construction material costs by up to 15%
Abu Dhabi
Ramadan 2025 announced in GCC; 50 UAE megaprojects; Best and most expensive schools in Dubai; Real estate price analysis – 10 things you missed this week
Ramadan start dates announced, UAE megaprojects, top Dubai schools, real estate analysis and more of the top stories this week
Abu Dhabi
UAE megaprojects 2025: 50 massive developments set to transform the nation
Here are some of UAE’s upcoming projects planned for the next decade
Construction
UAE and Saudi construction costs to increase in 2025
The cost of construction is set to increase in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, according to an international report
UAE construction
UAE construction has $772bn of projects, infrastructure sector tipped to grow
Infrastructure and construction in the UAE are tipped to continue growth in the next five years
RICS
UAE construction sentiment at 6-year high with no sign of sector slowing down
UAE construction sentiment among the best in the world, according to a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors report
UAE construction
UAE construction sector thrives as airport expansion and hospitality projects drive demand despite 5% increase to costs
The UAE construction sector is thriving as hospitality and real estate projects drive demand.
Dubai
Expo City Dubai awards contracts for new residential project
Expo Valley, set to welcome its first residents in early 2026, will comprise 532 villas, townhouses and semi-detached properties
blue-collar workers
KPMG launches ‘Blue Wave’ to uplift blue-collar workers in UAE
KPMG launches ‘Blue Wave’ initiative to provide free educational opportunities, skill development and support to uplift blue-collar workers in the UAE
JLL
UAE construction pipeline valued at $590bn, MENA region has $3.9tn of unawarded projects
The UAE construction sector has a high-value pipeline of upcoming projects and developments
construction activities
UAE construction sector remains strong in face of challenges from weather, skills shortages, material costs and Saudi competition
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors highlights challenges and opportunities for UAE construction sector
Bahrain construction
UAE construction market valued at $94bn in 2023: Report
The market is expected to grow at a 3% AAGR during 2025-2028
Construction
UAE and Saudi construction costs to rise by up to 7% in 2024
UAE and Saudi construction firms look to AI, modular building and sustainability as costs rise
Abu Dhabi construction
Aldar Properties awarded $6bn in contracts last year
Aldar Properties says it awarded $6bn in contracts for major developments in Abu Dhabi last year
Construction
UAE construction activity grows, despite signs of slowdown
UAE construction sector is showing signs of growth, but headwinds exist
Abu Dhabi
UAE megaprojects: 34 upcoming developments set to transform the nation
Dubai’s Palm Jebel Ali, Hatta Masterplan, Abu Dhabi’s massive museums – here is a closer look at all the upcoming projects that will shape the UAE over the next decade