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April 5, 2026

Infrastructure

InfraPartners, a leader in prefabricated AI data centre solutions, and JLL, a global real estate and investment management company, have formed a new strategic partnership. This collaboration is designed to accelerate the development and operation of AI data centres by solving the challenge of efficient project delivery post-site identification. The unified model combines InfraPartners’ prefabricated, upgradeable digital infrastructure with JLL’s expertise in site selection, project execution, financing, and facilities management.
Verdion and Legal & General’s Industrial Property Investment Fund (IPIF) have secured a key urban logistics development site in the London Borough of Greenwich. The 2.6-acre brownfield site on Nathan Way has a GDV of £30 million. This deal marks the first collaboration between the two firms. Verdion will act as the developer, creating 78,987 sq ft of new floorspace across six small to mid-box units.
H.E. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, the Minister of Transport and Logistic Services, has inaugurated the Agility Logistics Park – Jeddah. This massive project represents a SAR 611 million private-sector investment by Agility Logistics Parks (ALP). The complex spans over 576,760 sqm and includes six Grade-A warehouses built to high international standards. Strategically located near Jeddah Islamic Port, the park is designed to serve high-growth sectors including e-commerce, retail, and technology.
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, head of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), has signed a $1 billion investment agreement with the Zimbabwean government. The deal was formalised following a meeting with President Emmerson Mnangagwa in Harare. The funds will be directed towards key strategic sectors in Zimbabwe. These include cement manufacturing, power generation, fertiliser production and infrastructure. The cornerstone of the investment is a petroleum pipeline project.
DAMAC Properties has launched DAMAC Islands 2, its seventh master community in Dubai, with a focus on redefining waterfront living. The development draws inspiration from eight picturesque island destinations including Antigua and Mauritius. Building on the success of DAMAC Islands, the new project features crystal lagoons, lush landscapes and wellness-focused designs. The launch event at the Coca-Cola Arena was hosted by Hussain Sajwani and Amira Sajwani. Star appearances were made by Bollywood actors Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.
Aldar has finalised a deal with AD Ports Group to acquire two institutional-grade logistics assets in KEZAD for AED 570 million. The transaction significantly expands Aldar’s industrial and logistics footprint across the UAE. The acquired Grade A facilities are fully leased to Noon and Emtelle. The assets benefit from direct connectivity to Khalifa Port and Etihad Rail. This acquisition aligns with Aldar’s strategy to scale its recurring income platform.

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