Frasers Property has named Tony Lombardo as its incoming Group Chief Operating Officer. Starting in October 2026, the former Lendlease chief will oversee investment strategy and capital deployment from Singapore. The appointment aims to streamline operations across international markets including the UK and Australia. Mr Lombardo brings three decades of experience to the role and will work closely with the Group CEO to drive long term value.
CapitaLand Ascott Trust has acquired three rental housing properties in Greater Tokyo for JPY4.6 billion. Located in Southern Kanagawa, the freehold assets boast occupancy rates above 95 per cent and offer stable, long-term returns. This move increases the trust’s living sector portfolio to 17.5 per cent of its total value. The acquisition aligns with a broader strategy to expand presence in key Japanese markets through resilient, income-generating assets.
ROSHN Group and Agility Logistics Parks have signed an agreement to develop a Grade A logistics park in Saudi Arabia. The project will span up to 1.5 million square metres in a strategic trade corridor. By combining the expertise of a PIF-backed developer and a global industrial leader, the venture aims to improve supply chain resilience and support the Kingdom's goal of becoming a premier global trade gateway.
PGIM Real Estate and Northstar Capital have acquired 51 Tuas View Link in Singapore for a major logistics redevelopment. The partnership will replace existing warehouses with a 1.1 million square foot, five-storey facility designed for sustainability. Located near the Tuas Mega Port, the project targets the city's supply-constrained industrial market. This investment follows PGIM’s US$3 billion transaction year in 2025 and focuses on creating long-term value through modern, ramp-up infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia and Syria have signed a series of strategic investment agreements covering aviation, telecommunications, and infrastructure. Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih led a high-level delegation to Damascus to meet with President Ahmad Al-Sharaa. The deals include a major redevelopment of Aleppo International Airport and the creation of a new joint airline with Flynas. STC will lead efforts to modernise Syria's digital infrastructure while ACWA Power explores a large-scale desalination project.
MERED and EMSTEEL have launched a sustainable construction partnership to pilot high-strength steel solutions in the UAE real estate market. Signed at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the deal focuses on improving building efficiency and reducing material waste. The move follows EMSTEEL receiving the prestigious Diamond Sustainability Label for its environmental leadership.
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