Aldar has announced a major AED 3.8 billion investment to deliver new residential, commercial, and logistics developments across Abu Dhabi. The move is part of the company’s “develop-to-hold” strategy aimed at meeting strong demand for rental housing, Grade A office space, and logistics facilities in the capital. With this investment, Aldar’s total develop-to-hold pipeline rises to AED 17.6 billion, reinforcing its position as one of the UAE’s leading real estate players.

Jassem Salah Busaibe, Chief Executive Officer of Aldar Investment, said: “Our latest investments reflect the strong demand we are seeing for residential rental units, Grade A commercial space, and logistics real estate in Abu Dhabi. The develop-to-hold strategy is a core growth driver for Aldar, enabling us to significantly expand our diverse portfolio of income-generating assets across the UAE while responding to client requirements for professionally managed commercial, residential, logistics, hospitality, retail and education assets.”

Residential Developments
Aldar’s plans include two major residential projects in Al Shamkha and Yas Island. In Alreeman, the company will build nearly 2,000 rental apartments ranging from studios to three-bedroom units. The new community will also feature retail outlets, leisure amenities, and landscaped green areas. Located near Zayed International Airport, the project has convenient access to main highways connecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai and is within easy reach of Yas Island and Saadiyat Island.

On Yas Island, Aldar will deliver 665 homes, including 217 townhouses and villas within a gated community designed for families and professionals seeking proximity to top schools, offices, and leisure attractions. An additional 448 apartments will be developed as part of an expansion of Yas Residential Village, catering to staff working on the island.

Commercial Expansion
Aldar will also enhance Yas Island’s business landscape with Yas Business Park, a new office development consisting of four architecturally distinctive towers providing 47,500 square metres of leasable space. Situated next to Yas Mall and Aldar’s headquarters at Aldar Square, the project will offer tenants direct access to retail, dining, and entertainment options. Yas Business Park is scheduled for completion by the second half of 2027 and will feature flexible office layouts, high-end amenities, and public areas designed to support modern workplace needs.

Logistics Growth
In the logistics sector, Aldar will expand Abu Dhabi Business Hub (ADBH) by adding 175,000 square metres of gross floor area on an adjacent site. Following the hub’s previous expansion, which reached over 93% occupancy in 2024, this new phase will cater to logistics, e-commerce, and distribution tenants. The site benefits from direct access to the E30 highway and reflects ongoing demand for Grade A warehousing in the capital.

The AED 3.8 billion package also includes Abu Dhabi’s first Tesla Experience Centre, a 5,000-square-metre purpose-built facility with a showroom, service centre, and delivery operations located on Yas Island.

Once completed, all new developments will become part of Aldar Investment’s AED 47 billion portfolio of income-generating assets. The company’s established record in asset management and leasing is expected to support strong uptake across the new properties once operational.