HFA Architecture + Engineering has acquired Boston-based life sciences specialist TRIA, marking its formal entry into the Science + Technology sector. The move brings TRIA’s laboratory and biomanufacturing design expertise into HFA’s national architecture and engineering platform, strengthening its ability to serve biotech, pharmaceutical and research clients across the US while expanding its geographic footprint.
The Lab Ventures has closed its €29.1 million Fund II to accelerate investment in early-stage B2B startups across Spain and MENA markets. Focused on sectors including PropTech, HealthTech, and professional services digitisation, the operational VC combines capital with hands-on support in product, engineering, business development, and talent acquisition to help founders scale efficiently.
New7Wonders has launched its global “7 Wonders of Future Cities” campaign on World Cities Day 2025, inviting urban developments worldwide to compete for recognition as leading models of innovation and sustainability. Cities and districts have twelve months to apply before global public voting begins in October 2026. Winners will be named on 31 October 2027 in the next major New7Wonders initiative.
Property Finder has secured $250 million in debt financing from Ares Credit Funds to accelerate its growth across the MENA region. The funding will support AI-driven solutions, product innovation, and strategic partnerships while reinforcing the company’s position as the region’s largest property platform.
REMAX® has expanded into North Africa with the sale of REMAX Morocco, a new master franchise headquartered in Casablanca. Led by Rachida Khalil and Bilal Dabri, the venture aims to establish more than 100 franchises and recruit over 1,000 agents, further strengthening REMAX’s position as the world’s most productive real estate network.
Alef Group and BEEAH have announced a partnership to drive sustainable development in Sharjah by combining real estate expertise with environmental innovation.
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