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.
Corinthia Hotels has teamed up with RoundShield and Kervis SGR to launch a 58-key luxury resort in Lake Como. Set to open in 2028, the property will be located in Menaggio next to Italy's second-oldest golf course. The development includes a beach club, three private villas and branded residences designed to blend with the alpine landscape. This project marks Corinthia's second site in Italy and focuses on restoring local heritage.
Lagos State has signed a two-year partnership with the Institution of Public-Private Partnerships Hong Kong to advance its infrastructure goals. The deal was formalised during the 19th Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong this January. The agreement focuses on technical collaboration and knowledge sharing to support the THEMES+ development agenda in Lagos. Special Adviser Mrs Bukola Odoe led the Nigerian delegation to secure improved access to global investment networks and best practices.
A new joint venture in Saudi Arabia has secured its first landmark deal to provide 2.25 GW of smart solar trackers for the Bisha Solar project. Nextpower Arabia, formed by Nextpower and Abunayyan Holding, will supply the equipment to Larsen & Toubro for the massive utility-scale plant in Asir Province. The move supports the Kingdom’s National Renewable Energy Program by shifting manufacturing and supply chain operations to local soil.
GARBE Industrial and Fortress Real Estate Investments have launched a joint venture to build a 61,000 square metre logistics centre in Bucharest. The project, GARBE Park Bucharest, marks the German developer's first entry into the Romanian market. Located on an 11-hectare plot near the new A0 ring road, the facility is designed for high-tech, automated operations with a 12-metre clear height. Construction is scheduled for late summer 2026, targeting a 2027 opening.
Al Saedan Real Estate has entered a major strategic partnership with Serpentine Lake Capital and SGI Real Estate to launch SL Property, an investment platform valued at SAR 1.5 billion. The initiative aims to develop a range of projects across Saudi Arabia, including residential communities, commercial hubs and digital infrastructure. By combining local development heritage with international asset management, the partners seek to deliver high-quality assets that support the Kingdom's economic diversification goals under Vision 2030.