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February 17, 2026

Construction

Ahold Delhaize USA has secured a $475 million investment from Blackstone Credit & Insurance to develop a new, highly automated distribution centre in Burlington, North Carolina. This strategic partnership utilizes a triple net lease structure, where Blackstone funds the total construction costs and retains ownership of the site while the retail giant manages operations. The project is designed to enhance the supply chain for the Food Lion brand, creating over 500 jobs and integrating advanced technology to streamline grocery delivery across the region.
Diriyah Company has finalised a major joint development deal with Midad Development and Real Estate Investment Company to create the Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Diriyah. The project is valued at $827 million and will be located within the vast "City of Earth" masterplan in Saudi Arabia. This development includes a 159-room luxury hotel and high-end private residences covering over 235,000 square metres.
A major redevelopment of 75 London Wall is set to begin in the City of London following the appointment of Multiplex as the main contractor. The £250 million contract was awarded by joint venture partners Gamuda Berhad and Castleforge this month. The project will transform the existing site into a £1.2 billion office scheme covering over 450,000sq ft.
Deyaar Development PJSC has officially started construction on DWTN Residences, a significant new high-rise project in Dubai. The developer held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of the flagship tower. The building will provide 522 residential units including apartments, duplexes and penthouses. A unique Royal Palace will sit at the top of the structure. The project focuses on creating a vertical community with extensive amenities.
Dale Stigamier has formally taken over as the executive leader of LCK as the project management firm prepares for its next phase of expansion across the Southeast. The transition comes as Mickey Layden steps down from her role as Chief Executive Officer after leading the company for 32 years. Layden will now serve as Founder and Chair Emeritus where she will focus on business development and community engagement.
MIDAR for Investment and Urban Development has signed a multi-billion pound agreement to establish the first social sports club in the third phase of Mostakbal City. Occupying 42 feddans, the EGP 3 billion project is being developed in collaboration with Alexandria Sporting Club’s investment arm. The facility will offer world-class sports courts, fitness centres and social areas, with the first phase set to open in early 2027.

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