Marjan Group has appointed new senior executives to lead its development, hospitality, and lifestyle sectors in Ras Al Khaimah. Key hires include Sheikh Saqr bin Omar Al Qasimi, Alison Grinnell, and Donald Bremner as CEOs of their respective divisions. The restructure supports the Emirate’s accelerated growth and global investment strategy.
Property developer Arada has introduced Jenna, an upscale residential development within the Aljada megaproject in Sharjah. The six-building complex features 631 premium apartments ranging from one to three bedrooms. Residents will have access to smart home technology and high-end amenities. This launch follows a significant 40.7% rise in Sharjah’s real estate trading value during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting strong market demand.
Related Digital and Blackstone have secured financing for a $16 billion data centre project in Saline Township, Michigan. The campus is designed for Oracle and OpenAI to boost AI computing capacity. The development promises thousands of jobs and millions in tax revenue. It features sustainable technology such as a closed loop cooling system and incorporates a large battery storage investment to assist the local energy grid.
CIM Group, Centennial Yards Company, and The Drew Company have partnered to bring a Virgin Hotel to the $5 billion Centennial Yards development in Atlanta. Scheduled for 2027, the 261-room hotel will feature the brand’s signature 'Chambers' and residential-style suites. The project forms a central part of a new 470,000 square foot Entertainment District designed to revitalise the city’s downtown core.
DMCC has launched One Uptown Place and Two Uptown Place, a twin-tower commercial development in its Uptown Dubai district. The project will provide 560,000 square feet of Grade A office space and 82,000 square feet of retail area. Scheduled for completion in early 2028, the expansion will increase the district’s total commercial footprint to over 1 million square feet to meet rising demand from global firms.
Talaat Moustafa Group has unveiled "The Spine," a landmark cognitive city project in Egypt. Launched alongside Prime Minister Dr Mostafa Madbouly, the EGP 1.4 trillion development integrates artificial intelligence with urban living. The project aims to contribute 1 per cent to Egypt’s GDP and create 155,000 jobs. It features a Special Investment Zone designed to attract global corporations through digital infrastructure and simplified regulations.