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Falconcity of Wonders hit by investor downturn
The infrastructure is in place, residential units have been handed over and other units are coming on stream says Salem Al Moosa, Chairman & CEO, Falconcity of Wonders. Talking to Phil Blizzard he expresses his views on the 'state of the market', as well as talking about the key 'attractions' of the project and how it is progressing.
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Demographic change driving Egypt real estate market
In Egypt, Sodic, a public joint stock real estate development company, is emerging as one of the fastest growing companies as the market supplies a more affluent society. Youssef Hammad, Chief Commercial Officer, Sodic, talks to Phil Blizzard about their key projects and the driving factors behind them, as well as opportunities for Gulf based investors and developers.
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Cluttons report show continuing rental drop across the emirates
Cluttons Q3 report show that in the residential market, sale and rental rates have continued to fall across the UAE in Q3 2010, as new supply from new developments exerts downwards pressure on prices. Phil Blizzard and Steven Morgan, Head of Cluttons, UAE provide a snapshot review of the report for both the residential and commercial markets across the UAE and beyond.
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KSA waterfront project in Damman to boost tourism
Damman's Al Marina seafront development in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province is designed to boost property and tourism activities. Omar Abdulla Al-Kadi, MD, Injaz Development Company talks to Phil Blizzard about the project and the strong interest it is attracting from companies outside of the KSA.
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Bahrain Bay ready to deliver first handover
A major development in the Kingdom of Bahrain is ready to handover its first property - the Arcapita headquarters. Abdulla Faisal Al Doseri, Deputy CEO, Bahrain Bay Development B.S.C.(c) talks to Phil Blizzard about the progress of the $2.5bn landmark waterfront community located off the north shore of Manama and how they were able to take advantage of the slowdown, due to the global credit crunch.
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A global perspective at Dubai real estate show
The region's premier real estate show has a worldwide focus as the 9th edition of this event at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre is re-branded Cityscape Global. Phil Blizzard reports on the show as Dubai's key developers Emaar, Damac, Nahkeel and Meydan participate alongside exhibitors from across the world.
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Real estate company believes it is perfect time to invest in Dubai
Despite the slowdown in the real estate market, Smith & Ken Real Estate Company is optimistic that Q4 2010 will yield growth. As Phil Blizzard continues his interview with Benjamin Smith, CEO, Smith & Ken Real Estate, Smith explains his view of the current market conditions.
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Real Estate Recovery Scheme launched in Dubai
A unique Real Estate Recovery Scheme has been launched to help investors who have lost money on off-plan property investments in the UAE. Phil Blizzard talks to Benjamin Smith, CEO, Smith & Ken Real Estate, on how the scheme works and about the benefits to both parties.
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Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel, Dubai ready to open
The themed Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel is based on the travels of the famous Moroccan explorer and is scheduled to open in Q4 2010. Phil Blizzard gets to preview this new hospitality project with Michael Scully, Managing Director - Hospitality, Seven Tides, developers of the hotel which will be operated by Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts
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Rotana develops Centro brand of properties
Rotana Hotels and Resort are rolling out their new contemporary brand of hotels across the UAE, and beyond. Phil Blizzard looks at the development of the Centro brand and how these properties will fit into this rather crowded sector of the hospitality landscape by talking with Omer Kadouri, COO, Rotana.
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Royal Amwaj develop waves on Palm Jumeirah
Water bungalows, pool villas, lagoons and condominium apartments are some of the key features of The Royal Amwaj, which nestles into the crescent of Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. Phil Blizzard talks to Michael Scully, Managing Director - Hospitality, Seven Tides who are the developers of the project, about its features and also the investment opportunities.
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UAE Green Buildings a Landmark Survey
Landmark Advisory in conjunction with Cityscape Intelligence have completed the first UAE Green Building survey. Phil Blizzard talks to Jesse Downs, Director of Research & Advisory, Landmark Advisory, about the aims of the research, its key findings and the financial aspects of going green.
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Al Jaber Group on surviving economic slowdown
H.E. Fatima Obaid Al Jaber, COO, Al Jaber Group talks to Phil Blizzard at the Arabian World Construction Summit on surviving the economic slowdown and how they are considering projects outside of the UAE and Qatar.
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Arabtec Chairman calls for sustainable margins
An early entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia saved Arabtec when the UAE construction industry was hit by the economic downturn according to Riad Kamal, Chairman, Arabtec. Talking to Phil Blizzard at MEED's Arabian World Construction Summit he also called for the industry to look at sustainable margins and stronger cash flow options.
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MEED view of GCC construction market
At the Arabian World Construction Summit Edward James, Head of MEED Insight, talks to Phil Blizzard about the key aspects in their view of the GCC construction market - including project prospects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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