Dubai, UAE – Anis Sajan, Vice Chairman of Danube Group, took center stage at IPS 2025, participating in a dynamic fireside chat focused on the impact of global supply chain disruptions on real estate in the UAE.
Speaking on how global events – from the pandemic to ongoing geopolitical tensions; have tested supply chains worldwide, Anis highlighted the UAE’s remarkable resilience and the power of proactive planning. He shared how Danube’s vertically integrated model has enabled the group to consistently deliver projects ahead of schedule, turning challenges into opportunities.
4th Edition CX & Loyalty Summit & Awards MENA 2025 is the premier event where industry leaders, innovators, and experts come together to explore the evolving landscape of digital transformation and customer loyalty. Taking place on 17-18 June 2025 at Conrad Dubai, this exclusive summit offers a deep dive into how cutting-edge strategies and technologies are redefining customer engagement across industries.
Meet the Power Players Behind the Region’s Mega Projects and Urban Transformation
UAE-based leaders reign with 42 entries, followed by 21 in Saudi Arabia and 16 in Egypt.
DAMAC Properties’ Hussain Sajwani tops the ranking.
Five billionaires appear on the list, collectively worth $19.3 billion.
Dubai, April 16, 2025: Forbes Middle East has revealed its 2025 ranking of the region’s 100 Most Impactful Real Estate Leaders, spotlighting the developers and decision-makers transforming the region’s skylines. The list was compiled based on each leader’s years of experience, the value of completed and ongoing projects, company financials including total assets and revenues where available, and the size of landbanks and number of units held.
The UAE dominates this year’s ranking with 42 leaders of companies headquartered in the country, followed by Saudi Arabia with 21 entries and Egypt with 16. Claiming the top spot is Hussain Sajwani, Founder and Chairman of DAMAC Properties. In February 2025, DAMAC announced the pricing and settlement of its $750 million senior unsecured three-and-a-half-year Reg S Sukuk—its largest to date. Sajwani’s net worth has doubled over the past year, rising from $5.1 billion in March 2024 to $10.2 billion as of March 2025.
Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the 6th largest jewellery retailer in the world with a global presence of over 390 showrooms across 13 countries, proudly unveiled its much-anticipated Festive Edition Jewellery Collection. The collection was officially unveiled by bollywood icon and brand ambassador of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Kareena Kapoor Khan at a function held in Dubai, UAE.
AI-powered personal wellness app ‘hayat’ demonstrates how AI can improve care management, patient experiences, and treatment outcomes
16 April, 2025; Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Microsoft today brought its AI innovations in healthcare solutions to Abu Dhabi Global Health Week, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to advancing the field of health and wellness in the United Arab Emirates and beyond.
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