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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Non speculative project development is creating a vibrant sustainable construction industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Ali Kolaghassi, VP, Saudi Oger, at the Arabian World Construction Summit gives Phil Blizzard an overview of the key projects under development and the factors driving them, along with the need for strategic alliances.
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