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Cityscape Global offers regional and international mix
The re-branded Cityscape Dubai opens with key local developers Emaar, Damac, Nakheel and Meydan alongside exhibitors from across the world as they aim to attract investors to their opportunities. Phil Blizzard reports on the new Cityscape Global.
Real estate investor scheme launched in Dubai
A scheme to help investors who have lost money on off-plan property investments in the UAE has been launched in Dubai. Phil Blizzard talks to Benjamin Smith, CEO, Smith & Ken Real Estate, on how the Real Estate Recovery Scheme works and about the benefits to both parties.
The Royal Amwaj, Palm Jumeirah investment opportunities
Phil Blizzard takes a look at The Royal Amwaj, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai and talks to Michael Scully, Managing Director - Hospitality, Seven Tides, developers of the project, the investment opportunities and its features which include condominiums, lagoons and water bungalows.
UAE green property market is viable in the future
According to the first UAE green building survey, which was conducted by Landmark Advisory in conjunction with Cityscape Intelligence, a green property market is viable, but regulation will be the key to implementation, as Phil Blizzard reports.
Emirates Environmental Group judge Dubai Green Tourism Awards
At the debut Dubai Green Tourism Awards Habiba Al Marashi, Chairperson, Emirates Environmental Group, talks to Phil Blizzard on how hotels are embracing their Corporate Social Responsibilities and how environmental awareness is gaining momentum.
BuildingSMART reduces costs and delivery time
Building Information Models (BIM) enables a virtual 3D model of a building to be viewed, incorporating all the elements associated with the build. Nishakar Dubey, Market Intelligence Manager, Building Smart talks Phil Blizzard about the industry need to have a standard method with BuildSMART - a non-profit making international organisation.
Arabtec Chairman speaks out against slim margins
Talking to Phil Blizzard at MEED's Arabian World Construction Summit Riad Kamal, Chairman, Arabtec calls for the industry to look at sustainable margins and stronger cash flow options. He also talks about their early entry into Saudi Arabia following the slowdown in the UAE construction industry.
Al Hamra Residences at The Palace, RAK
The Palace, Ras al Khaimah is a luxury hotel with apartments and studios forming part of the development. Phil Blizzard talks to Nikolaos Chatzipetros, VP Operations, Hamra Hotels & Resorts about the investment opportunities in this regal environment.
One and Only The Palm, Dubai to open 10.10.10
The location on Palm Jumeirah makes the One and Only Palm Dubai a prime piece of real estate just a short boat ride from their mainland hotel. Phil Blizzard talks to Michael Payne the general manager of the new property about its key facilities and the confirmed opening date for later this year.
Etqaan to develop hotels in Saudi Arabia
Tourism away from the major cities in Saudi Arabia is being seen as a strong growth area and to address this demand Etqaan Hospitality Management are set to develop a chain of 3* and 4* properties. At AHIC Blizzard talks to Eng. Khalid Albadi, President, Etqaan about this growth.
Global atlas of real estate investment show strong UK recovery
A global overview of real estate investment activity in 2009 and early 2010 was launched at Cityscape Abu Dhabi by Cushman & Wakefield. Phil Blizzard talks with Michael Atwell, Head of Middle East Operations, Cushman & Wakefield and gets an overview on the latest International Investment Atlas.
Colliers International release regional property review
A new review of the regional property market shows that formerly strong performers in the GCC are now being overtaken by countries in the Levant in terms of good investment returns. Phil Blizzard talks to Ian Albert, Regional Director, Colliers International about the findings in their report.
Cityscape Abu Dhabi opens with 2030 vision
Phil Blizzard reports on the opening day Cityscape Abu Dhabi with its star attraction being a large display showing the vision of the UAE capital in 2030. The event has attracted the largest gathering, so far this year, of real estate professionals in the Middle East.
Cityscape Abu Dhabi views transparency
Phil Blizzard talks to Chris Speller, Cityscape Group Director in this preview of Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2010. The event will see 'greater transparency and the delivery of projects' being debated at the conference and exhibitors from all corners of the globe participating in the show which is being driven by host city Abu Dhabi.
Germany breaks ground on The World islands
The Kleindienst Group has become the first developer to start construction on The World islands in Dubai. Phil Blizzard joins the CEO, Josef Kleindienst to view the island and talk about the construction process, what the island will feature and the selling philosophy.
