Greystar has finalised a deal for the University Drive student housing project at Pennsylvania State University. Developed alongside JLC Infrastructure, the scheme will deliver 1,505 beds across 703 units in four podium-style buildings. This project is the second student housing asset for the Greystar infrastructure platform and marks the first public-private partnership housing venture for the university.
A consortium led by Banque Misr has secured an additional EGP 4 billion syndicated loan for Ora Developers Egypt. The deal raises the total financing for the flagship Zed Sheikh Zayed project in West Cairo to EGP 9 billion, helping to fund remaining construction costs across the 165-acre urban development.
The Snøhetta-designed Shanghai Grand Opera House will officially open on October 17, 2026. Currently entering its final development phase, the venue has scheduled 82 performances across 47 productions for its inaugural season, which runs until February 20, 2027. The project features three specialist auditoriums and an accessible public roofscape.
A new report by property consultancy Cavendish Maxwell reveals that Ras Al Khaimah will deliver 25600 new residential units by 2030. The massive property boom is fueled by a population projected to reach 650000 alongside major infrastructure upgrades. Apartments will comprise 97% of the upcoming pipeline to meet shifting buyer demands, with peak delivery expected to hit 9100 homes in 2029.
Oman and Türkiye have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on housing and urban planning initiatives following a bilateral summit in Ankara. Omani Housing Minister H.E. Dr. Khalfan bin Said Al Shueili met with Turkish Minister H.E. Murat Kurum to establish a development framework. The partnership will focus on smart cities, sustainable design and real estate finance.
Saudi-listed Banan Real Estate Company has secured a 54.9 million riyal contract to develop and market a new hotel building in the Al Rahmaniya neighborhood. The two-year agreement was signed with Afaq Al Qimma Al Rabiaa Al Mutatawera Company, a subsidiary of the fourth Artal Real Estate Fund. Financial impacts are expected to lift company revenues from the second half of 2026.
