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August 7, 2026

Middle East

L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Offshore (LTEH Offshore) has won an ultra-mega contract from ADNOC Offshore for a major Middle East project. Acting as lead partner in a consortium, LTEH Offshore will manage the engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning (EPCIC) of new offshore facilities alongside existing site upgrades. Fabrication work will take place across L&T yards, reinforcing its long-standing presence in the region's energy sector.
Miraval Resorts and Spas has opened its first international location, Miraval The Red Sea, on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia. Announced on 9 June 2026, the 180-room adults-only wellness retreat blends the brand's mindfulness philosophy with local heritage. The eco-friendly resort features the largest spa on the island, plant-forward dining and specialised wellness programs powered completely by renewable energy.
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has started construction on a new automotive logistics hub in Dubai's Jebel Ali Free Zone. The dedicated 28,000 square metre facility is designed to meet the growing regional demands of the automotive sector, offering scalable distribution across the GCC, Africa and international markets.
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.
JLL has promoted Julien Naouri to lead its hotel investment sales across Asia. Based in Singapore, Naouri starts his new role on 1 April 2026. He will manage the firm's sales strategy and operations throughout the region. With nearly twenty years of experience, he aims to help clients navigate a busy market as JLL forecasts hotel investment volumes to reach $13.3 billion this year.
Dubai-based AI lab Smart Bricks has secured $5 million in pre-seed funding led by Andreessen Horowitz. The startup is developing agentic AI infrastructure to automate the global real estate investment process. By processing millions of data points, the platform identifies high-value opportunities and handles underwriting in minutes rather than months. The company aims to provide retail and institutional investors with the same sophisticated tools used by major private equity firms.

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