Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding have announced a landmark merger to create one of the UAE’s largest integrated real estate and hospitality developers. The combined entity will operate under the Marjan brand, leading key projects including Al Marjan Island, RAK Central, Marjan Beach, and a new Jebel Jais masterplan, driving Ras Al Khaimah’s Vision 2030 for sustainable tourism and investment.
Sobha Realty has unveiled Sobha AquaCrest, the second residential cluster in its USD 20 billion Downtown UAQ | Sobha Realty masterplan. Spanning 25 million square feet, the development will feature five towers offering one- to three-bedroom residences with sustainable features and will accommodate over 150,000 residents upon completion.
Global real estate investment manager Invesco Real Estate and Logistics Capital Partners have announced a £250 million logistics and industrial park in Thamesmead, London. Covering 67 acres, the project will provide 800,000ft² of new industrial space and is expected to generate 1,500 jobs, alongside meeting top-tier sustainability standards.
Saudi Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail will begin a tour of China and South Korea to boost cooperation in real estate, urban technology, and smart cities. The trip will include signing agreements for 100,000 new homes by 2030 and furthering partnerships with leading Asian firms, in support of Saudi Vision 2030’s urban development goals.
Bungalow Projects and Bain Capital Real Estate have secured $304 million in construction financing for Echelon Studios, two next-generation film and television production campuses in Brooklyn. The developments will deliver 600,000 sq ft of soundstages, office, and support space, backed by New York’s largest-ever C-PACE financing package.
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has partnered with the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) to deliver a fully digital mortgage service that simplifies home loans and supports the UAE’s sustainability goals. The partnership will allow customers to access verified property data and mortgage validation in real time, significantly improving the speed and convenience of the homeownership process.
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