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UAE-headquartered developer Arada has awarded two major construction contracts totalling AED 2.04 billion ($545 million) for the next residential phase of its Aljada megaproject in Sharjah. The agreements will see the delivery of 2,210 new homes spread across 14 apartment blocks. This massive capital injection confirms Arada's aggressive delivery schedule and highlights the continuing surge in demand for premium, masterplanned communities within the Northern Emirates. Project

Modern waterfront towers rise over traditional wooden dhows in Dubai Marina, showcasing the UAE’s rapid urban development and world‑class construction skyline. Arada's Dubai Harbour Bet: A $422m Construction Contract That Signals Far More Than a Single Project The appointment of Engineering Contracting Company (ECC) as main contractor for Arada's W Residences at Dubai Harbour marks a defining moment in a development story that is reshaping how a Sharjah-founded developer is s

Project Overview The delivery partner tender covers programme management support for a planned satellite terminal development at Zayed International Airport (AUH), formerly Abu Dhabi International Airport. The selected consultant will work alongside Abu Dhabi Airports to steer design coordination, procurement sequencing, interface management, and construction oversight across a multi‑year expansion phase. The role is positioned as a strategic extension of Abu Dhabi Airports’

Mega airport terminal and concourses under construction with long‑span steel frames, tower cranes, and parallel runways, highlighting large‑scale aviation infrastructure expansion, complex airport superstructure works, and modern construction engineering. Artistic image Project Overview Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects has issued tenders for three superstructure packages covering key elements of the first‑phase expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport. The contracts w

The UAE has emerged as the Gulf’s rail frontrunner, combining a fully operational national freight network with imminent passenger services and mature urban rail systems. This momentum is underpinned by clear policy direction, strong project pipelines, and effective execution that continues to attract international rail expertise across design, civil works, systems, rolling stock, and operations. Modern passenger and freight trains running on parallel tracks through a desert

Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) has announced a substantial $354 million development programme to enhance its healthcare and wellness infrastructure. This ambitious investment underscores Dubai's commitment to solidifying its position as a leading regional medical hub, catering to growing demand for advanced healthcare services and integrated medical tourism. Futuristic healthcare campus development in Dubai Healthcare City featuring sustainable architecture, green landscaping,

Abu Dhabi has officially launched a new tram and light rail project, marking a big step forward for transport, tourism, and urban living in the UAE capital. Announced by the Abu Dhabi Transport Company (ADT) and approved by the Department of Municipalities and Transport, the multi-phase system will connect iconic destinations on Yas Island, including Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, and Yas Mall, direct to Zayed International Airport, Al Raha Beach, Etihad Plaza, and key re

Nakheel, the master developer behind Dubai Islands, has awarded a AED169 million ($46 million) contract to Al-Nasr Contracting Company for key infrastructure works at the Bay Villas community. This new milestone will see construction of internal roads and utilities for 636 luxury homes—a move that secures the ground for Dubai’s next signature waterfront neighbourhood and continues the Islands project’s rapid post-rebrand momentum. The Bay Villas Development: An Overview The B

G42, a leading AI and cloud computing company based in Abu Dhabi, has sealed a deal to build the first 200-megawatt phase of the Stargate UAE data centre, a facility set to become a game-changer for artificial intelligence across the region. When complete, this data centre will anchor a giant 1GW cluster at the heart of the new 5GW UAE–US AI Campus in Abu Dhabi. It’s a bold move, backed by global tech heavyweights, OpenAI, Oracle, Nvidia, SoftBank, and Cisco, that puts the UA

Etihad Rail, in collaboration with Jordan's Ministry of Transport, is set to open tenders in early 2026 for a monumental $2.3 billion railway project. This 360-kilometre railway line aims to connect the phosphate and potash mining centers of Al-Shidiya and Ghor Al-Safi to the Port of Aqaba. This initiative is part of a larger $5.5 billion investment package involving Jordan and the UAE, with Etihad Rail overseeing the design, construction, and operation of the railway. The ra

In a landmark decision, Arada has recently awarded a significant contract worth AED 2.18 billion (approximately $594 million) to the United Engineering Construction Company (UNEC) for the construction of Madar Mall in Aljada, Sharjah. This announcement marks a vital milestone not only for Arada but also for the entire region, as the mall aims to become a key retail and entertainment hub within the ambitious Aljada mixed-use community. Project Overview Built-up area: 3.9 mil

In a landmark announcement for the construction sector, the Combined Group Contracting Company (CGCC) of Kuwait has secured a significant road project worth $28.5 million (AED 104.4 million) from Dubai's Road and Transport Authority (RTA). This project, focused on constructing internal roads in Wadi Al-Amardi, is projected to take 426 days to complete. This cross-border collaboration not only underscores the growing relationship between Gulf construction firms but also repres