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4 Trends Transforming UAE Construction Management in 2026

The UAE’s construction and real estate sector is entering a new phase in 2026, defined by how efficiently, transparently, and sustainably projects are delivered. With the UAE real estate market projected to reach USD 759 billion by 2029, project management practices are undergoing pressure to deliver on time, on budget, and in line with stricter regulations and ESG expectations.

Against this backdrop, PlanRadar highlights four major shifts that are reshaping how projects are planned, executed, and operated.

From “going digital” to digital discipline

In 2026, the question has changed from “Do we have digital tools?” to “Are our digital processes consistent, auditable, and used by everyone on the project?”

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Lionsoul Global Announces Strategic Partnership with ALTNovel

Lionsoul Global (“Lionsoul”) is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with ALTNovel Capital Ltd (“ALTNovel”), an Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”)–based investment platform focused on private capital opportunities, data-driven research, and ethical impact investing. Through this partnership, Lionsoul will integrate seamlessly with ALTNovel’s research intelligence, curated investment infrastructure, and global impact philosophy. Together, the two companies will introduce a new standard for wealth management that bridges traditional finance, digital assets, and mission-driven capital allocation.
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Standard Chartered Global Market Outlook 2026

The Bank’s 2026 Global Market Outlook assesses elevated equity market valuations driven by the AI boom, highlights the Gulf’s growing role in sustaining AI valuations and private market deal flow, and outlines key themes shaping global markets for investors

14 January 2026, Dubai – Standard Chartered (“the Bank”) Wealth Solutions Chief Investment Office (CIO) released its Global Market Outlook for 2026, which outlines its investment strategy and key themes for navigating global markets in the year ahead.

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OpenText Opens Regional Headquarters in Riyadh, Deepening Commitment to Saudi Arabia and the Middle East

Canada’s Minister of International Trade, Hon. Maninder Sidhu marked the occasion as part of the Team Canada Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, January 13, 2026 – OpenText™ (NASDAQ/TSX: OTEX), a global leader in secure information management for AI, and one of Canada’s leading technology companies, today announced the opening of its Middle East regional headquarters in Riyadh, underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to Saudi Arabia and the region’s accelerating digital economy.

The opening was celebrated with the visit of Canada’s Minister of International Trade and Economic Development, Hon. Maninder Sidhu, and His Excellency Jean-Philippe Linteau, Canada’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia.   

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Emirates Islamic provides USD 500 million structured financing to Mass Group Holding

  • Landmark structured funding transaction is aimed at constructing the largest natural gas-fired plant in Europe.

Dubai, UAE, 06 January 2026: Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has announced a landmark structured funding transaction valued at USD 500 million to Mass Group Holding.

The funding will be used to construct a natural gas fired power plant with an impressive capacity of 1.7GWh, in Romania, set to be the largest of its kind in Europe. With a total project value estimated at EUR 1.2 billion, this facility is poised to become a cornerstone of Europe’s energy security and a significant driver of economic growth for Romania.

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