The handover ceremony was attended by Ahmed Baghoum, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar City, alongside Eng. Islam Suleiman, Chief Executive Officer of Burtville Developments, as well as representatives from the company and project stakeholders.

Located at the entrance of Masdar City, Ville 11 comprises 111 residential units combining distinctive architectural character, contemporary living and a range of thoughtfully planned amenities. Inspired by neoclassical English architecture, the development features refined detailing, contemporary tones and quality interior and exterior finishes, creating a distinctive residential address within Masdar City.

Eng. Islam Suleiman, Chief Executive Officer of Burtville Developments, said: “Ville 11 is a beautiful expression of what we set out to achieve at Burtville, striking architecture, thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship brought together in a development created for modern living. We are equally proud of how efficiently we delivered it, completing the project 14 months ahead of schedule. This reflects the strength of our team and our commitment to delivering high-quality projects with the speed and precision that define our approach.”

Ville 11 offers two, three and four-bedroom residences across simplex, duplex and triplex configurations, designed around spacious living and contemporary family needs. Residents have access to a range of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, shaded children’s pool and play area, health club, BBQ areas and outdoor social spaces.

A key feature of the development is its roof garden and outdoor cinema, providing residents with a dedicated setting to relax, socialise and enjoy the surrounding views. The development also includes parking facilities, four passenger elevators and a dedicated service lift.

The residences are complemented by carefully selected materials, finishes and specifications throughout, with attention given to both aesthetics and functionality. Natural marble stone features prominently across key interior spaces, adding a refined material quality to the residences, alongside carefully selected products and installations from established brands including Roca, Siemens, The One, Samsung and OTIS. Together, these specifications reflect Burtville Developments’ focus on quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail across the development.

The completion of Ville 11 marks another step in Burtville Developments’ approach to creating residential projects that bring together distinctive design, quality execution and efficient delivery.

Looking ahead, Burtville Developments is preparing to launch its upcoming project, Bab Al Qasr Beach Resort Residence 77 on Al Reem Island. The new development will continue Burtville’s commitment to high-quality design and efficient construction, with the same focus on delivering distinctive residential projects to a high standard and within ambitious timelines.

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The company also opened the project’s dedicated Experience Centre, providing prospective buyers and investors with an opportunity to explore its masterplan, residences, design, finishes and waterfront location.

The ceremony was attended by Husein Salem, CEO, and Mustafa El Sammak, COO of Ohana Development; Ferran Soriano, CEO of City Football Group; Sultan Al Memari, Acting Executive Director of the Real Estate Regulation Sector at the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC); Ahmed Salem, GM of Ohana Development; and other senior executives.

The groundbreaking marks an important step in the project’s journey, and reflects Ohana Development’s commitment to delivering the community in phases by 2029.

Husein Salem, CEO of Ohana Development, said: “Breaking ground and opening our new Experience Centre represent two key milestones in bringing Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana to life. The project reflects our long-term commitment to Abu Dhabi and our confidence in the continued strength of its real estate market. Our vision is to create a unique waterfront community shaped by thoughtful design, quality and a strong sense of belonging, while delivering lasting value for residents and investors. Today, we are taking another important step towards creating a place that residents will be proud to call home.”

Ferran Soriano, Chief Executive Officer of City Football Group, said: “This is a significant milestone for Manchester City as our first branded residential development moves into this important new phase. Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana is an ambitious and distinctive project, and it is exciting to see construction now underway. We look forward to watching this landmark development take shape and welcoming residents to a truly unique Manchester City experience in Abu Dhabi.”

Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana marks Manchester City’s first branded residential development globally, with the club’s identity reflected across the project’s design, amenities and resident experiences.

Spanning 1.67 million square metres, the development will offer more than 2,000 residences. These will include four- and five-bedroom standalone villas, twin villas, townhouses, alongside maisonettes, waterfront penthouses and apartments.

Located on Yas Canal, adjacent to Yas Island and only minutes away from key attractions including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, the development sits within one of the capital’s most prominent leisure and lifestyle destinations.

The development will feature a Manchester City training academy with football fields, tactical and fitness training areas, and immersive experiences celebrating the club’s history. Other amenities will include the City Lounge, City Café, marina sports club and facilities for kayaking, paddleboarding and sailing.

Wellness will be integrated throughout the community, with advanced fitness centres, spas, infinity pools and dedicated recovery facilities offering hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, oxygen therapy and mindfulness spaces. More than 55% of the masterplan will be dedicated to landscaped gardens and green spaces, supporting an active, balanced and wellbeing-focused lifestyle.

With work now underway, Ohana Development will focus on progressing construction in line with the project’s phased delivery schedule. Further updates will be announced as Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana continues to take shape on Yas Canal.

For more information on Ohana Development, please visit https://ohana.ae/.

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The agreement was signed by Samir Hamadeh, Founder and CEO of Elevate World, and Lisa Goswell, Senior Vice President of Sales at Miral Destinations. As part of the partnership, Elevate becomes -Yas Island’s exclusive destination management company on DerbySoft’s connected platform, giving travel partners single-point access to Yas Island’s hotel and experience portfolio. The agreement supports Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Strategy 2030 by expanding international access to Yas Island and reinforcing the emirate’s ambition to lead as a global tourism destination.

Powered by DerbySoft’s technology, the model gives travel partners real-time availability and instant confirmations, while automatically processing bookings to reduce manual administration. The partnership broadens accommodation options available to the global travel trade. The offering also includes Stay & Play packages combining stays at eligible hotels with complimentary access to Yas Island’s theme parks, including Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, and SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi,

Samir Hamadeh, Founder and CEO of Elevate World, said: “Great destinations need more than great experiences; they need strong routes to market. Yas Island is one of the UAE’s most compelling tourism success stories, and this partnership will make it simpler for the global travel trade to package and sell the destination. Turning international demand into bookings creates value for travel partners, hotels, attractions and the wider UAE tourism economy. We are proud to work with Miral on the kind of practical collaboration that strengthens the country’s position as a global tourism hub.”

Lisa Goswell, Senior Vice President of Sales at Miral Destinations, said: “At Miral Destinations, we are committed to making it easier for travel partners around the world to access and package Yas Island’s diverse portfolio of experiences. Through this collaboration with Elevate World, we are strengthening global trade connectivity and creating new opportunities to inspire visits to Yas Island”

The partnership extends beyond distribution. Elevate and Miral Destinations will also collaborate on destination marketing campaigns, sales initiatives, trade engagement and promotional activities designed to strengthen Yas Island’s visibility in international markets and generate bookings.

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betterhomes sees the move as a significant development for Abu Dhabi’s off-plan market, where buyer demand has grown faster than the financing options traditionally available to purchasers.

The project is the first to put Modon’s financing partnership with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) into practice, addressing a long-standing gap in the off-plan market. Mainstream mortgage financing has typically only been available once a property is completed and a title deed exists, leaving off-plan buyers with fewer financing options during construction.

42% rise in off-plan sales highlights demand for flexible financing

That matters at a time when off-plan is driving much of Abu Dhabi’s residential growth. According to Quanta, off-plan villa and townhouse transactions increased 42% year-on-year in volume in Q2 2026, while the value of off-plan villa transactions rose 215% over the same period.

For buyers, financing during construction reduces the amount of capital that needs to be committed upfront. It also gives people who may previously have needed to pay in full, or wait several years for a completed property, another route into the off-plan market.

Opening the off-plan market to a wider pool of buyers

For a development the size of Wadeem Gardens, betterhomes believes the impact could extend beyond sales activity by widening the pool of buyers who can realistically consider purchasing during construction.

“The collaboration between Modon and ADIB is a positive step for Abu Dhabi’s real estate market,” said Nada Osman, Director at betterhomes Abu Dhabi. “By offering buyers greater financial flexibility and a clearer path towards property ownership, this initiative will strengthen end user confidence and support the continued growth of Abu Dhabi as an attractive place to live and own a home.”

Wadeem Gardens will now provide an early indication of how construction-stage financing could shape Abu Dhabi’s off-plan market, particularly if similar structures become available across more developments.

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Following the strong response to Phase One, which sold out within 24 hours of launch, Phase Two forms part of the AED 1.45 billion development and introduces a focused branded residential mix tailored to the investor market in the UAE and internationally. The furnished residences are intended to be rental-ready upon handover, offering buyers a straightforward investment proposition within the branded residences market. Strategically located in a prominent waterfront setting on Al Reem Island, framed by Abu Dhabi’s mangrove landscape and with access to Reem Central Park, the wider project brings together contemporary residential architecture and Radisson Hotel Group’s hospitality standards within a community conceived for modern urban living.

Phase Two will retain the design theme, branded-residence benefits, and lifestyle offering established across Radisson Residences Al Reem Island. Panoramic glazing and private terraces frame views across the water and the surrounding greenery, while warm timber, soft coastal tones, and textured finishes define the interiors. Residents will also have access to the wider development’s lifestyle offering, including waterfront trails, landscaped courtyards, fitness and wellness spaces, communal lounges, a pool deck overlooking the water, providing thoughtfully curated experiences. Together, these elements reinforce Radisson Residences Al Reem Island’s position as a distinctive waterfront residential destination shaped around wellbeing, nature, and community.

Tariq Nazzal, Chief Executive Officer of Royal Development Holding, said: “The success of the first phase of Radisson Residences Al Reem Island reflects the depth of demand for premium branded residences in Abu Dhabi and the continued confidence buyers have in developments that combine location, design quality, trusted brand standards, and long-term value. Phase Two builds on that momentum with furnished residences shaped around investors in the UAE and international markets and designed to be rental-ready upon delivery. This creates a compelling investment opportunity within the branded residences market, combining rental potential with the quality, and lifestyle offering established across the wider development. At Royal Development Holding, our focus remains on listening to the market, strengthening our partnerships, and creating communities that deliver enduring value for customers, investors, and homeowners. It is this commitment that sits at the heart of our promise to keep evolving spaces and elevating lives.”

Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer for the Middle East, Northeast Africa, Greece & Cyprus at Radisson Hotel Group, added: “Radisson Residences Al Reem Island represents an important milestone for our growth in the branded residences segment and a strong expression of the Radisson brand beyond traditional hospitality. The exceptional response to the first phase reinforces our confidence in Abu Dhabi as a market where trusted international brands, quality real estate and lifestyle-led living come together particularly well. Together with Royal Development Holding, we are creating a distinctive residential proposition that combines an outstanding waterfront location with contemporary design and the service standards associated with Radisson. The launch of Phase Two marks another exciting step in bringing this vision to life.”

Radisson Residences Al Reem Island reinforces Royal Development Holding’s presence in Abu Dhabi’s branded residences sector, expanding a portfolio built around distinctive, design-led living. The development reflects the company’s broader ambition to grow its footprint in premium real estate while creating communities that combine thoughtful design, strong brand partnerships and an elevated residential experience.

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Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Eagle Hills, said: “The Maldives is a truly special place, with unmatched beauty and global appeal. Our ambition is to build responsibly on that strength and create something truly world-class.”

Envisioned as a world-class global tourism, waterfront and marina destination, the development will bring together international hospitality, premium residences, branded residences, a world-class marina, waterfront leisure, retail, dining, entertainment, wellness, education, healthcare and community facilities within one integrated destination.

H.E. Dr. Abdulla Muththalib, Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, Maldives, said: “In Eagle Hills and its Chairman, Mr. Mohamed Alabbar, the Maldives has a partner whose record speaks for itself — from the making of Downtown Dubai to Belgrade Waterfront and destinations across three continents, few names in global real estate carry the same authority in building city-scale destinations from the ground up. That is the calibre of partnership we have secured for Ras Malé.”

The project builds on the extraordinary strength of the Maldives brand. Recognised around the world for its natural beauty, exceptional hospitality and unique island experience, the Maldives has established a position few destinations can replicate. The development will build on this legacy, complementing its globally renowned resort sector with a new generation of waterfront living, hospitality and marina experiences.

At its heart will be an internationally significant destination where hotels and resorts, premium residences, branded residences, marina experiences, waterfront promenades, dining, retail, wellness and entertainment come together around the water. Education, healthcare, community infrastructure and high-quality public spaces will complete an integrated environment combining tourism, residential life and year-round economic activity.

The development is expected to broaden the Maldives’ tourism offering, creating new reasons to visit, stay longer, return and invest, while attracting new international visitor segments and further strengthening the country’s position as one of the world’s most desirable tourism and lifestyle destinations. At full maturity, the destination is projected to welcome more than one million visitors annually and generate over USD 2 billion in annual tourism revenue.

Responsible development and environmental stewardship will guide the project from planning through delivery. The masterplan will respond carefully to the Maldives’ unique relationship with the ocean and its sensitive island environment, with sustainability, resilient infrastructure, responsible land development and protection of the natural setting embedded in its planning.

H.E. Dr. Abdulla Muththalib, added: “For the Maldives, this is the largest investment programme in our history — tens of billions of dollars of foreign investment moving through our banking system, more than 54,000 jobs, thousands of homes for Maldivian families, and direct revenue to the State from every sale, achieved without tax giveaways and without government borrowing.”

Maldives Waterfront and Marina is expected to establish a major new platform for sustained foreign investment in the Maldives. Preliminary economic impact estimates indicate that it could attract more than USD 30 billion in gross foreign investment over its lifetime, of which approximately USD 18 billion would represent net foreign investment into the country. This significant and sustained inflow of international capital will underpin long-term value creation across the Maldivian economy. The wider activity generated by the development is also expected to create significant tax contributions and stimulate growth across hospitality, construction, retail, marine services, technology and other sectors.

Over its lifetime, the project could create more than 54,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. This activity will open new career pathways for Maldivians, strengthen local supply chains and create sustained demand for local businesses, suppliers and professional services, helping retain a greater share of the economic value created within the Maldives.

By bringing tourism, hospitality, residential communities and enterprise together, Maldives Waterfront and Marina aims to translate international investment into lasting economic value for the Maldives and its people, while establishing an exceptional waterfront and marina destination worthy of the country’s extraordinary international standing.

H.E. Dr. Abdulla Muththalib, added: “Most importantly, this project establishes a structured, world-class real estate sector for the Maldives — a new pillar of our economy standing alongside tourism. It is a decisive step on our path to becoming a high-income country by 2040.”

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Framed by three iconic cultural establishments, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, and the Zayed National Museum, with the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi and teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi in close proximity, Saadiyat Grove stands as the connecting heart of Saadiyat Cultural District, a one-square-mile masterpiece where every space is inspired by art, culture, and connection.

His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Aldar, said: “Saadiyat Grove is a centrepiece in our strategy to position Saadiyat Island, and Abu Dhabi more broadly, as a premier global destination for culture-led living, tourism, and investment. It is a place where culture and lifestyle intersect to create a truly differentiated value proposition for residents, visitors, and businesses alike. As the first destination of its kind in the region, Saadiyat Grove reflects Abu Dhabi’s ambition to create distinctive experiences that bring together culture, community, and contemporary living, while further enhancing the appeal of Saadiyat Island as one of the world’s leading cultural destinations.”

Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Aldar, said: Saadiyat Grove marks a new era for luxury retail in Abu Dhabi. It is a destination purpose-built to stand alongside the world’s great retail addresses, offering a genuinely distinctive experience rooted in Emirati hospitality and set within one of the most compelling cultural environments globally. We expect Saadiyat Grove to attract visitors from across the world and, in doing so, it will help establish luxury retail as a significant new pillar of Abu Dhabi’s economy.”

At the centre of Saadiyat Grove sits a landmark retail destination, where a collection of the world’s most iconic brands will tell their stories, sharing their heritage and envisioning their futures through curated experiences. Audemars Piguet, Brunello Cucinelli, BVLGARI, Cartier, Chaumet, Dior, FENDI, James Perse, Loewe, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co, Valentino and Van Cleef & Arpels are among the flagship names anchoring the retail project.

Saadiyat Grove will create a new standard for customer experience, introducing an elevated journey of discovery for guests and residents across the destination. Inspired by the principles of traditional Emirati hospitality, guests will be welcomed with unconditional warmth and care and guided through the destination with selfless generosity, excellence beyond expectations, and respect for all cultures.

The destination will feature an expanding line-up of innovative concepts and regional debuts, each designed to push the boundaries of creativity, storytelling, and luxury experience.

	Audemars Piguet will present its new global boutique concept, marking a major evolution in the brand’s retail experience. The concept reimagines the visitor journey, placing watchmaking at the centre. Inspired by the landscapes of Le Brassus, Switzerland, the design reflects the brand’s heritage and forward-looking spirit.
	Unlike any of its other boutiques, Cartier brings Abu Dhabi’s heritage to the forefront. The impactful façade and uniquely inspired focus walls are shaped by stories of the region. With locally sourced fabrics, materials and collaborations with home-grown artists, the Cartier boutique stands as a tribute to the cultural richness of the UAE.
	Chaumet will debut a world-first immersive Tiara experience with an interactive display covering every stage of the Tiara’s creation.
	FENDI will unveil a dedicated experiential space featuring a cinema and multipurpose room, bringing the Maison’s craftsmanship and creativity to life through year-round programming.
	Loewe will open its first Personalisation Bar in the region, inviting visitors to create bespoke series of charms and accessories inspired by craft and culture in a location showcasing a unique and specially designed façade.
	Louis Vuitton will unveil a new retail experience including a cultural escapade, celebrating the House’s heritage.
	Van Cleef & Arpels will open a new boutique at Saadiyat Grove, Abu Dhabi. Sleek Art Deco lines subtly dialogue with new materials inspired by the surrounding landscapes. In this refined setting, the Maison showcases its enchanting collections.
	Tiffany & Co. unveils a new destination in Abu Dhabi, introducing the House’s latest design concept rooted in its iconic Fifth Avenue flagship, The Landmark. Drawing on Tiffany & Co.’s nearly two centuries of craftsmanship, artistry and heritage, the boutique invites visitors to discover the wonder of Tiffany while creating a dialogue with Abu Dhabi through a shared commitment to creativity, culture and design.

Alongside these reimagined experiences, Saadiyat Grove will also introduce new-to-market F&B concepts spanning restaurants, cafés, bakeries and other distinctive dining experiences. Among them is Alain Ducasse Café, the singular experience imagined by Michelin-starred Chef Alain Ducasse. The Café brings together a world of timeless pleasures, from chocolate and coffee to ice cream, pastries and desserts, each crafted from the finest ingredients perfected to reveal the true essence of taste. The line-up will also feature Monsieur Paul, the iconic Bocuse French brasserie concept featuring a restaurant, café and boutique, alongside Kokoro Handroll Bar and Momofuku, part of the acclaimed restaurant group founded by Chef David Chang in New York City and known for its innovative approach to Asian American cuisine.

Saadiyat Grove will also welcome BEAMS, Japan’s leading culture shop, to the UAE for the first time. Founded in Harajuku, Tokyo in 1976, it curates exclusive fashion and lifestyle products from around the world through a distinctive Japanese lens. More than a shopping destination, BEAMS bridges Japan and Abu Dhabi through creativity, design, craftsmanship and meaningful experiences.

A destination to be explored from day to night, Saadiyat Grove will be home to Abu Dhabi’s first Time Out Market, a curated food and cultural market bringing together the very best of the city under one roof. Featuring a handpicked selection of the city’s leading chefs, restaurateurs and homegrown dining concepts across 16 kitchens, including the region’s first Time Out Café, dedicated beverage concepts and interactive entertainment experiences. The destination’s offering will be complemented by dining experiences next door at Louvre Residences Abu Dhabi, including Alica Deli, Barrafina, Gymkhana, Le Palais, Magma and Zephyr.

Saadiyat Grove will further elevate Abu Dhabi’s retail proposition and unlock significant economic growth opportunities by catalysing private-sector investment, expanding visitor spend, and creating jobs, further bolstering retail as a key engine of Abu Dhabi’s diversified economy. The destination forms part of a wider cultural ecosystem that includes globally renowned museums, prestigious educational institutions, and a rich calendar of artistic programming, including events such as Saadiyat Nights. Saadiyat Grove will soon become the social and cultural heart of Saadiyat Island.

As part of its mixed-use space, Saadiyat Grove’s experiential retail offering will be complemented by immersive venues, a wellness centre and longevity clinic, luxury hotels, residences and premium office space.

The destination will be home to Saadiyat Forum, a 7,000 sqm space that will bring culture, hospitality and luxury together for the first time through a transformable platform shaped by an evolving programme of experiences and collaborations. The space will also introduce a reimagined cinema experience as part of a wider cultural and social offering.

A 2,200 sqm executive club connected to the retail environment will combine private offices, boardrooms and member lounges with concierge service and hospitality, offering Abu Dhabi’s business community an exclusive setting to work, host and convene. Saadiyat Grove will also provide 25,000 sqm of premium office space with four Grade A buildings catering to local and international institutions seeking an iconic base for their businesses in Abu Dhabi. This commercial core enjoys direct connectivity to a luxury hotel that extends the working day into a world-class hospitality experience. It also sits within easy reach of a host of boutique lifestyle and luxury hotels across the wider Cultural District.

The destination will also host a 2,000 square metre gym that will be operated by BXR, a London based luxury gym backed by heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua, marking the brand’s first flagship location in the Middle East. A wellness centre and longevity clinic will see a new wellness brand entering Abu Dhabi, creating personalised programmes for clients and offering a range of longevity services on site.

The residential offering will comprise distinctive communities, such as Louvre Abu Dhabi Residences, Baccarat Residences Saadiyat, and The Arthouse, designed for culture-led urban living with more than 1,000 homes set to be handed over in the coming months.

As Saadiyat Island’s master developer, Aldar is delivering world-class infrastructure, destinations and experiences across one of the world’s leading destinations for culture, luxury living and beachfront lifestyle. It is home to prestigious educational institutions including Cranleigh Abu Dhabi by Aldar, NYU Abu Dhabi, and Berklee Abu Dhabi, alongside leisure destinations like Soul Beach, Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Kai Beach, and the Saadiyat Beach Golf Club.

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Designed with outdoor living at its heart, Talay is centred around a landscaped green spine that brings together spaces to gather, connect and unwind. Falaj-inspired water channels run through the landscape, complemented by shaded seating areas, an outdoor majlis pavilion, a garden with kitchen facilities, and maritime-inspired children’s play spaces, bringing elements of Emirati heritage into everyday life. Residents will also enjoy access to beaches, dining experiences and a range of dedicated amenities, including a state-of-the-art gym, pool, and wellness facilities bringing together fitness, leisure and social experiences by the water.

The villas are designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, with generous spaces, privacy and a strong connection to the surrounding landscape. Their contemporary architecture is complemented by bespoke louvre details created in collaboration with Emirati artist Abdalla Almulla, bringing a distinctive artistic element to the homes. His contribution will also extend into the public realm through a commissioned fountain within Talay, reflecting Marsa Al Saadiyat’s integration of art and culture across the destination.

Families will also benefit from convenient access to three schools within the masterplan as well as leading educational institutions and universities across Saadiyat Island, including Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, Muna British Academy, American Community School of Abu Dhabi, Harrow International School Abu Dhabi, Berklee Abu Dhabi, and NYU Abu Dhabi, alongside the island’s cultural and lifestyle destinations.

As Marsa Al Saadiyat’s first residential launch, Talay places its residents at the heart of a masterplan that spans approximately 6.4 million square metres and eight kilometres of coastline, and will be home to more than 58,000 residents across private mansions, luxury villas, waterfront apartments and branded residences, alongside Abu Dhabi’s largest marina, 5.6 kilometres of beaches, waterfront dining and hospitality, and extensive walking and cycling routes.

The destination will also connect directly to Saadiyat Cultural District, placing residents within easy reach of the island’s world-renowned museums, cultural institutions, education and hospitality, while Marsa Al Saadiyat’s own theatre district, anchored by Dar al Funoon, will add a new cultural landmark within the community. An Etihad Rail underground high-speed rail station, integrated within a Transit-Oriented Development hub, will further enhance sustainable mobility and connectivity to the wider UAE.

Talay will be available for sale from 23 September 2026. Interested buyers can visit Aldar’s Sales Centres on Yas Island and in Dubai or reach out via customermanagement@aldar.com or call 800-ALDAR (800-25327).

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Masdar City Square comprises more than 47,000 sqm of net leasable area across seven office buildings. Completed in the first quarter of 2026, the complex is 99% occupied by a high-quality tenant base that includes TAQA, the Department of Energy, Emirates College and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence.

The acquisition further strengthens Aldar’s commercial portfolio, while deepening the JV’s presence in Masdar City which continues to develop as a leading sustainable urban community and business destination with a highly diversified ecosystem. Located near Zayed International Airport and with direct access to major highway networks connecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Masdar City Square is strategically positioned within one of Abu Dhabi’s key business districts.

Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive at Aldar, said: “Abu Dhabi’s strong economic fundamentals and continued investment in future-focused industries are attracting businesses, institutions and talent from around the world, supporting sustained demand for high-quality commercial real estate. Masdar City is an important part of that growth story, with a distinctive ecosystem built around clean energy, technology, artificial intelligence and advanced research. Masdar City Square adds a high-quality, highly occupied asset to our joint venture with Mubadala as we continue to scale our presence in this strategically important destination.”

Ali Eid AlMheiri, Executive Director, Diversified Assets, UAE Investments Platform at Mubadala, said: “Investing in the infrastructure of future-focused sectors is central to how Mubadala’s UAE Investments Platform builds long-term economic value in Abu Dhabi. Masdar City Square is a newly completed commercial asset with near-full occupancy and a high-quality institutional tenant base that reflects Mubadala’s disciplined investment approach. Through our joint venture with Aldar, we are assembling a real estate portfolio that strengthens the operating environment for knowledge-driven industries, advances the UAE’s Net Zero ambitions, and contributes to the continued diversification of the UAE economy.”

Ahmed Baghoum, Chief Executive Officer of  Masdar City, said: “Sustainability is central to the design of the complex, which is designed to achieve LEED Platinum and WELL Gold certifications and features solar photovoltaic systems and passive cooling techniques. It also adds a net-zero energy HQ office building, currently serving as Abu Dhabi Department of Energy’s HQ, to the joint venture’s portfolio. Connected to Masdar City’s wider commercial and lifestyle ecosystem, the acquisition advances Masdar City’s vision for a connected, sustainable community that supports investment, innovation and growth, creating lasting value for Abu Dhabi.”

The acquisition is the latest transaction under a Masdar City focused joint venture created by Aldar and Mubadala in 2024, which included the acquisition of 17 assets within the Masdar City Green REIT and The Link at Masdar City, which completed in Q1 2026. With the addition of Masdar City Square, the joint venture now holds a diversified portfolio spanning more than 158,000 sqm of net leasable commercial space occupied by a high-quality tenant base that includes IRENA, Masdar, Siemens, G42, and the UAE Space Agency with a weighted average unexpired lease term of approximately 5.2 years. The portfolio also includes over 1,400 residential units, which are fully occupied.  

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This next phase of development reflects a clear focus on expanding Yas Island’s existing world-class theme parks and attractions, as well as introducing new immersive rides and experiences, that respond to evolving visitor expectations. The investment will also grow the island’s hospitality offering, adding new hotel rooms and elevating its accommodation portfolio.

H.E. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Miral, said, “This investment reflects our commitment to Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision and our ambition to continue shaping one of the world’s most dynamic tourism destinations. Yas Island has become a global success story, demonstrating how world class experiences contribute to economic growth, enhance quality of life, and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s appeal to audiences from around the world.

Over the next five years, this investment will build on that momentum, introducing new experiences and expanding our hospitality and leisure offering to meet our evolving visitor expectations. As Abu Dhabi continues to strengthen its position as a global center for tourism and entertainment, we remain focused on creating lasting value for residents, visitors and future generations, while contributing to the emirate’s sustainable growth and diversification ambitions.”

The AED 12 billion investment, separate from the previously announced Disney project, marks an important step in shaping the long-term growth of Yas Island, building on its established appeal and continuing to enhance its diversity of experiences.

These projects are designed to further enrich the visitor experience, while also supporting job creation and skills development within the tourism sector, thereby fostering a vibrant and future-ready economy for the emirate.

This investment demonstrates Miral’s continued ambition to shape the future of leisure and entertainment in Abu Dhabi and the region, signaling the evolution of Yas Island’s world-class attractions and experiences that will captivate and delight visitors from around the globe for generations to come.

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