CapitaLand Ascott Trust has acquired three rental housing properties in Greater Tokyo for JPY4.6 billion. Located in Southern Kanagawa, the freehold assets boast occupancy rates above 95 per cent and offer stable, long-term returns. This move increases the trust’s living sector portfolio to 17.5 per cent of its total value. The acquisition aligns with a broader strategy to expand presence in key Japanese markets through resilient, income-generating assets.
The Dubai Land Department is launching Phase II of its Real Estate Tokenisation Project, allowing secondary market trading from 20 February 2026. This move transitions the project from a pilot stage to a regulated operational framework involving 7.8 million tokens. The initiative aims to enhance market liquidity and transparency while supporting the Dubai Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033. By enabling fractional ownership, Dubai is positioning itself as a global leader in property technology.
Devonport City Council has unveiled the Formby Road Urban Renewal Study, identifying two major CBD sites for private development. Part of the LIVING CITY project, the plan proposes high-end apartments and commercial offices to replace existing car parks. By creating a new urban plaza and improving pedestrian links to the Mersey River, the council aims to boost footfall for local retailers and meet growing demand for inner-city living.
Saudi Arabia's General Real Estate Authority has launched the long-awaited Real Estate Ownership System for Non-Saudi Nationals, effective from 22 January 2026. This new regulatory framework allows residents, non-residents, and international companies to own property across the Kingdom via the "Saudi Properties" digital portal. While major cities like Riyadh and Jeddah are included, specific restrictions remain for Makkah and Madinah to protect their unique status.
Long & Foster Real Estate has named Lacey Conway as its new president to lead its growth and agent support strategies. Conway brings more than two decades of industry experience to the role, having previously served as the CEO of Latter & Blum. She will partner with CEO Patrick Bain to maintain the firm's reputation for local expertise and teamwork.
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.
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