Homes England has announced 33 strategic partners to support the government's £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme. Running from 2026 to 2036, the ten-year initiative represents a major public investment in housing outside London. The selected housing associations, councils and developers will build thousands of social and affordable homes to meet growing regional demand across the country.
Urban Story Ventures has announced a $350 million retail and residential district for the Bend in Chattanooga, set to begin construction in 2027. Delivered alongside Hill Partners and Perkins&Will, the open-air riverfront scheme will feature shops, restaurants, Class A office space, and housing. The project is projected to generate more than 1,000 jobs and over $100 million in gross sales, with completion expected in autumn 2028.
Ayala Land has signed land lease agreements with Makro Philippines to open wholesale stores across four major mixed-use developments. Covering Cloverleaf, Broadfield, Arca South, and Evo City, the deal expands Ayala's partnership with CP Axtra. The structure allows Ayala Land to retain property ownership while generating recurring lease income from high-traffic commercial anchors.
Avida Land and Amaia Land have signed a strategic partnership with Pag-IBIG Fund to widen housing options for Filipino workers. The agreement allows eligible members to access Pag-IBIG housing loans of up to ₱10 million for select properties. By combining private sector development with government-backed financing, the initiative aims to make quality homeownership more attainable across various income brackets.
Huong Viet Properties has teamed up with 32 strategic partners to launch Palm River, a new apartment subdivision within the 30.6-hectare Palm City development in eastern Ho Chi Minh City. Built on a 1.9-hectare plot with 60 percent green space, the complex comprises four 36-story towers. Construction began in June 2026, with handover scheduled for the first quarter of 2029.
Phu Quoc Special Economic Zone and Sun Group have signed six strategic agreements with key sector partners to upgrade island infrastructure before hosting APEC 2027. The project commitments cover a new Light Rail Transit line, localised security frameworks, a multi-level school campus, and community English education initiatives. The coordinated efforts aim to strengthen long-term municipal development across the island.
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