Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman
Projects:
Downtown Dubai, UAE
Arabian Ranches in Dubai, UAE
Dubai Marina, UAE
Dubai’s pioneer of master-planned communities, Emaar Properties, is one of the most renowned real estate developers in the region. The group’s reputation has grown through the successful delivery of innumerable properties including shopping malls, retail, and hospitality and leisure outlets.
The group was established in 1997 as a Public Joint Stock Company listed on the Dubai Financial Market. Today, Emaar extends its expertise internationally with its presence in several key markets. Its world-class projects have raised the bar especially when talking about its assets in Dubai.
Emaar also places emphasis on managing environmental risks and impacts arising business activities. Its environmental policy adheres to strict operating guidelines to ensure minimal impact on the ecosystem. The group also seeks to educate and spread awareness among employees, contractors, suppliers and communities.
Earlier this Emaar also won the Best Developer of the Year at the RLI Global Awards 2015.
Chairman and Founder, Mohamed Alabbar, is known to be a global entrepreneur with interests across retail, luxury, hospitality, mining and commodities. Apart from Emaar, he keeps his hands full working with numerous national and international organisations. He is also the founder and chairman of Africa Middle East Resources (AMER), a board member of Eagle Hills, on the board of Noor Investment Group, a member of the Dubai World Expo 2020 Preparatory Committee, and the founding Director General of the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED).