Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 2026: Holcim has joined the Alliance for Industry Decarbonization (AFID) under the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), reinforcing its commitment to play an active role in shaping the future of low-carbon construction in the UAE and beyond.
Partnership signals major regional milestone: Holcim’s first-ever MoU with a Middle East–headquartered developer
Dubai, UAE; 16 December 2025: Fakhruddin Properties, one of the UAE’s leading sustainability-oriented developers, and Holcim UAE, the leading partner for sustainable construction, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly advance sustainable construction across the region.
Ali Said, CEO Holcim UAE
The new partnership marks a significant regional milestone for Holcim as its first MoU signed with a Middle East-headquartered developer. It underscores the company’s commitment to expanding its geographical reach and championing sustainable building solutions that support the UAE’s net-zero ambitions.
Driving sustainable growth and innovation in the UAE construction sector
Dubai, UAE, 12 November 2025 – Lafarge Emirates Cement has officially rebranded as Holcim UAE, marking a pivotal milestone in the company’s growth journey and reinforcing its long-term commitment to sustainable construction in the United Arab Emirates.