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Aldar Properties

Aldar Properties PJSC was incorporated on 12 January 2004 and is headquartered at Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi. It is the UAE's leading listed real estate developer, manager and investor, operating through two core segments: Aldar Development (master developer of integrated communities) and Aldar Investment (manages an income-generating asset base of over AED 47 billion). Aldar masterplanned Abu Dhabi's flagship investment zones, including Yas Island (Yas Marina Circuit / F1, Ferrari World, Yas Mall), Saadiyat Island, Al Raha Beach and Al Reem Island. Its 2013 merger with Sorouh Real Estate consolidated its position as Abu Dhabi's largest developer by land bank and units delivered. Since 2021 Aldar has expanded into Dubai (e.g. Haven in Dubailand) and Ras Al Khaimah, and internationally through SODIC in Egypt and London Square in the UK. In 2025 the company recorded AED 5.1 billion in international sales.

Arista Properties

Arista Properties is a Dubai-based boutique real estate developer focused on creating high-end residential and mixed-use developments with an emphasis on contemporary design, craftsmanship, and luxury living. The company entered the UAE market with a vision centred on quality over quantity, thoughtful space planning, and distinctive architectural experiences. Its portfolio includes projects such as Wadi Villas in MBR City and HQA by Arista in Al Furjan, with the developer positioning itself around bespoke design, premium materials, and carefully curated communities.

Bloom Holding

Bloom Holding was established (sources cite 2007 and 2008) as a subsidiary of National Holding, headquartered in Abu Dhabi. It operates across four segments — real estate, education, hospitality and services — through subsidiaries including Bloom Properties, Bloom Education, Bloom Hospitality and Bloom Facilities Management. Its real estate portfolio centres on master-planned communities such as Bloom Gardens, Bloom Living (Zayed City), Bloom Marina and Park View Residences on Saadiyat Island, plus Bloom Towers in Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai. Hospitality assets include The Abu Dhabi EDITION and Bloom Arjaan by Rotana. Bloom Holding has delivered over 5,000 homes with a further 20,000+ in the pipeline as of 2025.

ICT (International Capital Trading)

International Capital Trading (ICT) is a privately held real estate development and investment company founded in 2007, headquartered at Nation Towers, Abu Dhabi. Its completed portfolio includes Nation Towers itself, United Square, Cubes Park, Marasy, Al Aryam and Al Bateen Gardens, as well as hospitality assets such as the St. Regis and Al Raha Beach hotels. Its newer development arm, ICT Real Estate Development (ICTReD), focuses on waterfront residential communities at Luluat Al Raha, including the Juman 1, 2 and 3 developments. Public information on ICT's founder/CEO and detailed financials is limited; the company operates as a privately held entity.

Modon Properties

Modon Properties is a master developer established in January 2018 and mandated by the Abu Dhabi government to build vibrant, sustainable communities and strategic mixed-use projects across the emirate. The company is backed by ADQ and IHC. Its flagship development is Hudayriyat Island, a 5,100-hectare waterfront destination with over 50 km of coastline, home to communities such as Nawayef, Al Naseem and Bashayer, alongside sports and leisure infrastructure including Surf Abu Dhabi (the world's largest wave pool) and a velodrome. On Al Reem Island, Modon develops Reem Hills, Maysan and Muheira. Modon was also appointed master developer of the Ras El Hekma project in Egypt, marking its first major international mandate.

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Ohana Development

Ohana Development is a UAE-based luxury developer that entered the market around 2022, though its parent group (Ohana Industries) cites over 35 years of MENA real estate and construction experience, primarily via its origins in Lebanon. It is led by CEO Husein Salem. The developer is known for high-profile branded-residence partnerships, including Jacob & Co. Beachfront Living (Al Jurf, Abu Dhabi), Elie Saab Waterfront/Tower (Al Reem Island), and the USD 4.1 billion Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana on Abu Dhabi's Yas Canal — the club's first globally branded residential project. Ohana's UAE portfolio spans Al Jurf, Al Reem Island and prime Dubai locations, alongside an established base of projects in Beirut, Lebanon.

Radiant Real Estate

Radiant Real Estate is a young Abu Dhabi developer founded by brothers Naser Amer Omar and Ahmed Amer Omar (sources cite founding years between 2021–2023 — confirm exact date with the company). It is led by CEO Khaldoon Mohamed Saleh. The developer specialises in mixed-use residential towers concentrated on Al Reem Island and Shams Abu Dhabi, with notable projects including Radiant Marina Towers, Radiant Square, Radiant Elite, Radiant Bay and AK Tower on Muroor Road. As of the most recent sources, Radiant has no projects in Dubai and remains focused exclusively on the Abu Dhabi market.

Reportage Properties

Reportage Properties was established in 2014 in Abu Dhabi by shareholders with 30+ years of international development and construction experience. Its first large-scale project, Leonardo Residences in Masdar City, was handed over in 2018 and reportedly sold 93% of units within its first day. The company introduced the townhouse-with-loft concept to Abu Dhabi and has since expanded to Dubai (Verdana, Bianca, R. Hills, Rukan, Taormina Village) and Al Reem Island / Shams Abu Dhabi (Marlin, Marlin II), as well as international markets including Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Saudi Arabia and others. Since inception, Reportage has planned and designed over 11,000 residential units and is chaired by Aref Al Khoori.

Sobha Realty

Sobha Group was founded in 1976 by PNC Menon, beginning as an interior decoration firm in Oman before expanding into real estate. Sobha entered the Dubai market in the early 2000s and is now headquartered there, with Sobha Realty as its UAE real estate arm. Sobha is known for a fully backward-integrated development model — controlling design, construction, engineering and interiors in-house — which underpins its reputation for build quality and on-time delivery. Its flagship UAE development is Sobha Hartland, an 8 million sq ft mixed-use waterfront community in Mohammed Bin Rashid City. The Group has a footprint spanning the UAE, India, Oman and growing ambitions in the US and Australia, alongside its India-listed arm, Sobha Limited.