The automotive sector in the United Arab Emirates is entering a significant new phase in 2026. While conventional petrol-powered vehicles continue to play an important role in the market, electric vehicles, connected technologies and autonomous mobility are rapidly changing the way people and businesses think about transportation.The UAE’s combination of advanced infrastructure, strong consumer purchasing power, ambitious sustainability targets and government investment in smart mobility is creating an increasingly attractive environment for automotive manufacturers, technology companies and mobility investors A Changing Automotive Landscape The UAE has traditionally been one of the Middle East’s most important automotive markets, supported by a…
Author: Taim
The United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s most dynamic business and investment destinations. In 2026, the country’s economic model is increasingly defined by diversification, international investment, technology, infrastructure and a growing private sector, reinforcing its role as a global hub connecting businesses, investors and markets across the Middle East and beyond.The UAE’s business environment has evolved significantly over the past decade. While oil and gas remain important to the national economy, non-oil activities now represent the majority of economic output. According to the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism, the country’s real GDP…
Abu Dhabi is rapidly establishing itself as one of the world’s emerging hubs for artificial intelligence (AI), driven by major investments in technology infrastructure, research, talent development, and strategic partnerships with leading global technology companies.The emirate’s AI ambitions are part of a broader economic transformation aimed at building a diversified, technology-driven economy. Rather than simply adopting artificial intelligence, Abu Dhabi is working to develop the infrastructure, institutions, and ecosystem required to become a global center for AI innovation. Building the Infrastructure for the AI Economy One of Abu Dhabi’s strongest advantages is its focus on large-scale AI infrastructure. In 2025,…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to strengthen its position as one of the Middle East’s most dynamic construction markets. In 2026, the country’s construction sector is being driven by large-scale infrastructure investments, residential and commercial development, tourism projects, industrial expansion, energy investments, and the rapid adoption of digital construction technologies.From Abu Dhabi’s major infrastructure programmes to Dubai’s expanding real estate and urban development pipeline, construction companies in the UAE are operating in a market that combines strong demand with increasingly sophisticated requirements for efficiency, sustainability, technology, and project delivery.For contractors, developers, investors, and suppliers, understanding the direction of the…
As the United Arab Emirates moves toward 2027, the country is entering a new phase of development focused on strengthening economic competitiveness, accelerating digital transformation, adopting advanced technologies, and building a more sustainable and future-ready economy.Rather than treating 2027 as a single destination, the UAE is approaching the coming years as an important stage in achieving the broader objectives of We the UAE 2031 and the long-term ambitions of UAE Centennial 2071. A New Era of Government Transformation One of the defining features of the UAE’s vision for the coming years is the transformation of government services.Artificial intelligence is expected…
The United Arab Emirates is strengthening its position as a global trade and logistics hub through a major expansion of its maritime infrastructure. DP World has reached an agreement in principle with the Fujairah Ports Authority to develop two new terminals on the UAE’s east coast, creating additional capacity and strengthening connections between the country’s ports, logistics zones and international markets.The project represents another major step in the UAE’s long-term strategy to enhance trade connectivity and build a more resilient supply chain network. Two New Terminals in Fujairah Under the proposed 50-year concession, DP World plans to develop two facilities:…
The UAE’s second Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk has officially been listed and started secondary-market trading on Nasdaq Dubai, giving individual investors greater flexibility to manage their holdings in the government-backed Sharia-compliant investment instrument.The Ministry of Finance announced the listing and start of trading on October 2, 2026, following the successful completion of the subscription, allocation and settlement processes.The five-year T-Sukuk has a target issuance size of AED 50 million and attracted subscription orders worth AED 285 million, equivalent to around 5.7 times the targeted issuance size. Strong demand from retail investors The second issuance attracted participation from a broad range of…
Yogesh Bulchandani, Founder and CEO of Sunrise Capital, has developed a real estate philosophy centered on long-term value, design and the human experience.Sunrise Capital was founded in 2017, and Bulchandani’s approach emphasizes strategic locations, architectural quality and communities designed to remain relevant beyond market cycles. His public philosophy is summarized by a simple idea: he does not want to build merely for today, but to create projects that last.His route into development was not purely conventional. After studying in Boston, he returned to Dubai and gained practical exposure to construction sites and development before launching Sunrise’s first project.That hands-on experience…
Amira Sajwani sits at an unusual intersection of Dubai’s property ecosystem. She is Managing Director of Sales and Development at DAMAC Properties, Founder and CEO of PRYPCO, and Co-Founder and COO of Amali Properties.Her work spans established real estate development, property technology and ultra-luxury residential projects. Through PRYPCO, she has focused on simplifying elements of the property journey, including financing and investment solutions. Through Amali, she is involved in bespoke luxury residences.This combination reflects a broader transformation in real estate. The sector is no longer defined only by construction and sales; it increasingly includes fintech, digital platforms, investor services and…
Lewis and Carl Allsopp built Allsopp & Allsopp from the ground up in Dubai, turning a family business idea into one of the city’s recognized real estate brokerages.The brothers founded the company in 2008, a challenging period for Dubai property. Their decision to establish a brokerage at that point required confidence in the city’s longer-term trajectory.Lewis serves as Chairman while Carl is Chief Executive Officer. Together, they have developed a business model emphasizing technology, data, transparency and customer relationships.Their story is useful because brokerage businesses often sit at the center of market change. Agents see shifts in buyer behaviour, financing,…