Qatar Real Estate News
UDC launches Tower31 at Porto Arabia -22/10/2007
The Owner and developer of The Pearl Qatar, The United Development Company (UDC), yesterday announced the launch of Tower31, located at the exclusive entrance of Porto Arabia.
Seven contractors short-listed for construction of phase two of Pearl Qatar -21/10/2007
First Qatar Real Estate Development Company has announced the short-listed names of the seven contractors for the main construction of phase two of its residential project at the Pearl Qatar.
Estate Qatar 2007 to offer better insight into latest trends in realty market -19/10/2007
Qatar Property Investment Forum, the Estate Qatar 2007, will be held in Doha for two days, the 26th and 27th November 2007.
First Qatar to showcase iconic architectural projects at Cityscape 2007 -19/10/2007
The First Qatar Real Estate Development Company will be showcasing its new iconic architectural landmarks and real estate projects at the Cityscape Dubai 2007, the largest real estate development and investment exhibition in the world.
Barwa plans massive tower complex in Al Sadd District -11/10/2007
The Barwa Real Estate Company, announced plans to develop about 27,000 square meters of area in Al Sadd District, which will include a building with the tallest towers comprising luxury apartments, office space, and a shopping mall.
Phase II of Chelsea Development to be purchased by Qatari Diar -11/10/2007
The Qatari Diar will purchase Phase Two of Grosvenor Waterside Residential Development in Chelsea, London, from its developer St James, a part of the Berkeley Group, states a news release by the company.
Central Rents Committee to be assigned the task of rent-fixing: Cabinet -5/10/2007
The Qatari Government has announced its decision that none of its departments, ministries or agencies has the right to decide on their own regarding lease or rental amount to be paid for a plot of land, apartment or building which they seek to rent or lease.
Old buildings should have reduced rents: Sheikh Faisal -5/10/2007
Speaking to a local Arabic daily, Sheikh Faisal bin Qassem Al Thani, a prominent real estate developer and businessman, mentioned that the rentals of old buildings that lack proper security services and amenities should be reduced in a year or so.
Construction works on Qatar-Bahrain causeway scheduled for next May -3/10/2007
The construction works on Qatar- Bahrain causeway, stretching 40kms (25miles) in length is expected in May next year, costing two billion dollars.
BURNS & McDonnel to build student housing accommodation in Qatar -25/9/2007
A new $175million contract has been signed by BURNS & McDonnel and Treanor Architects, to design and build a student housing facility in the Education City of Qatar Foundation.
Labourers in Doha being evicted by Landlords and middlemen -22/9/2007
The middlemen and Landlords in Doha are resorting to violence and harassments to evict tenants in Doha.
Doha Property Market witnesses surge despite the establishment of new buildings -21/9/2007
The property market operators in Doha are amazed with the fact that despite numerous new buildings being built across the city, the house rents have witnessed a steady rise, instead of continuing to remain stable.
QIIB launches its real estate arm Mackeen Real Estate Investment and Development -16/9/2007
Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB) has initiated the launch of a new real estate investment and development company.
Poor construction materials main cause behind loss of lives and properties; say experts -10/9/2007
The bad materials that are being used in building construction is said to be the main reason for loss of property and human lives, say fire experts at the Civil Deference Exhibition and Conference, organized by Dar Al Sharq.
Ettizan launches business center in Qatar -10/9/2007
A Qatari financial and real estate management company, Ettizan, has established a business center, comprising offices that provide complete business-related assistance to companies and investors’ interested in owning and establishing businesses in Qatar.
Dafna Towers face stiff criticisms from residents -10/9/2007
The residents residing at Dafna Towers, on the Corniche, have complained about the terrible living conditions in their newly constructed buildings.
Ashghal in Doha to build 23 schools, 10 kindergartens -7/9/2007
The Public Works Authority in Doha, Ashghal, has launched the largest project in the educational sector.
GCC real estate projects witness 59 percent value appreciation -7/9/2007
The Trowers & Hamlins International Law Firm has revealed that the value of all GCC real estate projects announced during the financial year 2006-07 has surged up by 59 percent reaching USD143billion.
Barwa Real Estate to sell Paris Centre for $620million -31/8/2007
Barwa Real Estate in Qatar has given its consent to sell a convention center in Paris for an amount of 456 million euros ($620 million), thereby gaining 13% return on its investment in four months time.
ASPIRE Architecture awarded with a silver medal -19/8/2007
The Aspire Dome has been awarded by the prestigious International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS).
