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Market analytics, guides and news about property in the UAE, checked and dated before publishing.
News
Market, company and developer news about UAE real estate, checked and dated before publishing.
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In-depth analysis of the UAE property market, with a source and a date behind every figure.
Dubai opens the final bridge at the World Trade Centre interchange
The RTA opens the fifth and last bridge at the World Trade Centre roundabout on 30 October, easing access to DIFC, Za'abeel and nearby central districts.
October 2026
Abu Dhabi to link Ramhan and Jubail islands to the E12 motorway with a Dh872m road network
Abu Dhabi's DMT is building bridges, tunnels and roads to tie two island communities to the mainland, with completion expected in 2027.
October 2026
Dubai Municipality starts building the world's first villa with robotic construction systems
Dubai Municipality says it is building the world's first villa using robotic construction systems, with a consortium of more than 25 companies.
October 2026
Etihad Rail and Miral to link Mohamed bin Zayed City station with Yas Island by shuttle
Miral and Etihad Rail agreed to connect Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed City rail station with Yas Island and city districts by shuttle buses.
October 2026
Dubai's RTA unveils plans for an underground transport network, led by the Dubai Loop
RTA presented plans for an underground network beneath Dubai, with the first Dubai Loop phase linking the DIFC area and Dubai Mall.
October 2026
Dubai regulates shared housing: over 44 areas approved and a one-year window to comply
Dubai Municipality has set rules for shared housing in 44+ areas, giving owners a year to align buildings with Law No. 4 of 2026.
October 2026
UAE developers move early on the Fourth Corridor linking Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi
A new 80km highway between the three emirates is already shaping where developers buy land, and where buyers may want to look next.
October 2026
Etihad Rail adds weekend trains on the Abu Dhabi–Dubai line after a sold-out launch
Etihad Rail added weekend services between Abu Dhabi and Dubai after opening-weekend tickets sold out, strengthening the corridor's transport links.
October 2026
Etihad Rail opens Dubai passenger station with a direct Metro link
Etihad Rail's Al Yalayis station at Jumeirah Golf Estates opened on 30 September 2026, tying Dubai to Abu Dhabi and the Metro Red Line.
October 2026