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Gulf Today
21 hours ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed attends Khalid Bin Sultan City Project launch
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, attended on Thursday the launch ceremony of Khalid Bin Sultan City at BEEAH Group headquarters. The project, supervised and developed by BEEAH Group, affirms the pivotal and vital role it plays in supporting the urban development process witnessed by the emirate. The ceremony began with a film titled "We're are shaping the next era,' which explored the origins and evolution of BEEAH Group over time, expanding internationally, and transforming it from a small waste management company to a leading global institution exploring how to build a better future for all, offering various services in the fields of sustainability, energy, technology, healthcare, and real estate development. Khaled Al Huraimel, CEO and Vice Chairman of BEEAH Group, revealed that "Khalid bin Sultan City" represents a pivotal milestone for BEEAH in the field of real estate development, considering it a pioneering project that embodies the group's vision to reshape urban life. He described the project as an expansion of BEEAH's journey to build an integrated system of sustainable solutions in the environment, energy, technology, and healthcare sectors. Al Huraimel pointed out that thanks to BEEAH's diverse expertise in developing advanced infrastructure, from recycling facilities and environmental communities to clean energy systems and smart facilities, it has been able to embark on urban projects that reshape the future of sustainable living. He emphasised that the city is an extension of the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, whose wise leadership has laid the foundations for sustainability and urban planning in the Emirate of Sharjah. The Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and the attendees then watched a film about Khalid bin Sultan City, which embodies BEEAH's vision for developing smart cities centred on sustainability and human connection. This project is inspired by the legacy of the late Sheikh Khalid bin Sultan Al Qasimi, a pioneer in the field of urban design and planning, who left a clear mark on the urban identity of the Emirate of Sharjah. Nada Taryam, CEO of Real Estate Development at BEEAH, then delivered a speech in which she emphasised that through Khalid bin Sultan City, the group seeks to reimagine urban living and embody its vision of creating smart, sustainable cities that place people at the heart of their priorities. She added that this vision is now being embodied on the ground, through the integration of smart infrastructure with architectural design that celebrates identity, transforming public spaces into platforms for creativity, culture, and human interaction. Taryam revealed that Zaha Hadid Architects was commissioned to design the master plan, translating the group's vision for the project into designs that combine beauty and innovation, providing an inspiring, experiential environment that enhances quality of life. The ceremony concluded with a film screening detailing Khalid bin Sultan City, a model for a vibrant community that combines intelligence and sustainability, celebrates human connection, reflects a purposeful design philosophy, and embodies a profound harmony with the environment. The city will span an area of 1.5 kilometers and include 1,500 freehold residential units, commercial units, and spaces dedicated to culture and entertainment. The city will also house BEAAH's headquarters, which has achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification. After the ceremony, the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah toured the platforms showcasing the details of the Khalid bin Sultan City project, learning about its key features. The city, which is aligned with the directives and vision of Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of BEEAH, aims to achieve a zero-waste system based on four key elements: sustainability, technology, culture, and human connection, is a vision that can be realised through the implementation of the project. Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed listened to an explanation of the city and its smart infrastructure that adheres to net-zero standards, renewable energy systems, water recycling facilities, and sustainable transportation solutions that support modern lifestyles. Smart technologies also contribute to enhancing infrastructure based on artificial intelligence and providing digital services, ensuring an integrated and seamless urban experience. The Deputy Ruler of Sharjah was briefed on the master plan, which aims to create walkable neighbourhoods, facilities that support a healthy lifestyle, and a vibrant community environment that inspires interaction, belonging, and shared growth. Khalid Bin Sultan City is planned to include seven distinct residential neighbourhoods, aiming to build a connected, human-centred community. Each neighbourhood revolves around a central plaza, a vibrant public space designed as a social hub and wellness space, located within a five-minute walking distance. It will also include children's centres and health clinics, in addition to sports facilities and outdoor cafes. At the heart of the project is a 2-kilometre green oasis, forming the city's natural backbone. It will feature jogging and cycling tracks, parks, and shaded plazas. Khalid Bin Sultan City will feature freehold residential units, including villas, townhouses, and apartments, offering a variety of carefully designed living options that combine sustainability, comfort, and modern amenities. Additional details about the availability of available units and community services will be revealed soon during future sales phases. At the end of the tour, the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah received a commemorative shield bearing the design of Khalid bin Sultan City, in appreciation and gratitude from BEEAH Group for his presence at the event. The launch ceremony was attended by the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah; Sheikh Dr. Salem Bin Abdulrahman Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Ruler's Office; Sheikh Fahim bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Government Relations; Sheikh Saud bin Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Director-General of the Sharjah Digital Authority; Sheikha Hind bint Majid Al Qasimi, Director of the Sharjah Design Centre; and a number of senior officials, heads and directors of local and federal departments and authorities. WAM
Khaleej Times
a day ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Sharjah's Beeah launches multi-billion dirham freehold Khalid bin Sultan City
Sharjah-based waste management firm Beeah Group entered into the real estate market with the launch of Khalid bin Sultan City — a multi-billion billion dirham freehold project located between Dhaid Road and Khorfakkan Road. 'The project starts from our headquarters, moving south around 1.5 kilometres. Designed by Zaha Hadid, it's a mixed-use development, and it's a sustainable project to be net zero and zero waste. It's built to be the city of the future. We're looking at decentralised digital identities for the residents and people that work and live there,' said Khaled Al Huraimel, group CEO of Beeah Group. 'This city will be freehold, so open to all nationalities. The project will have seven neighbourhoods and will be launched in phases. We have not yet announced the date of the launch of sales, but it will be announced very soon. The price will be extremely competitive for investors or end users,' he said. 'It will also be a LEED-certified master plan. We like to call it a climate, smart, sustainable city.' Beeah Group chief said there is a lot of demand for real estate in Sharjah. 'In the first quarter of this year, sales in Sharjah were up 31 per cent over the previous year. There is a lot of demand in Sharjah for quality developments. Over the last few years, several quality developers have launched different projects in Sharjah because there is much more demand. We had a project launched recently in Sharjah and that was sold out in three hours. So demand is there. And prices are still going up in Sharjah that's because the demand is more than the supply here in Sharjah for quality developments,' he said. Al Huraimel added that GCC, Arabs and UAE nationals dominate the buyers in the emirate, but Asian communities are also growing very fast. 'We have demand from Asian and Arab communities because Sharjah is ideal for its location and has an international airport that's getting busier and now expanding as well,' he added.
Arabian Business
7 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
EXCLUSIVE: Sharjah's BEEAH to unveil ‘major' UAE development in coming weeks, CEOs reveal
Sharjah-based sustainability pioneer BEEAH Group is preparing to announce a landmark real estate project that promises to redefine regional property development, the company's senior executives have revealed to Arabian Business. The diversified group, which began as a waste management company 17 years ago, has officially announced its entry into the real estate sector with what Group CEO and Vice Chairman Khaled Al Huraimel describes as a development 'set to redefine what's possible in regional real estate.' The announcement comes as Sharjah's property market experiences significant growth, with real estate transactions in the first quarter of 2025 increasing by 31.9 per cent compared to the same period last year. BEEAH's first regional property development project revealed BEEAH's entry into the sector aligns with the emirate's economic diversification efforts and builds upon the company's track record of achieving a waste diversion rate of over 90 per cent, among the highest globally. Speaking exclusively, Al Huraimel said the move represents a natural progression for BEEAH, which has expanded from waste management into clean energy, technology, and healthcare. 'Real estate development is a natural evolution for us,' he explained, adding that BEEAH's innovations in sustainability have 'ultimately been about shaping tomorrow's cities and elevating quality of life for all people. Today, we are taking the opportunity to shape our very own development, leveraging our entire ecosystem of innovations.' Whilst specific details remain under wraps, Nada Taryam, CEO of Real Estate at BEEAH, confirmed that the upcoming announcement will reveal 'a first-of-its-kind project in the region.' 'In the coming weeks, we'll be unveiling a major development — one that captures a vision we have nurtured for years.' The development will incorporate AI-powered building management systems that automatically regulate lighting, cooling, and energy use based on occupancy and time of day — technologies already successfully implemented at BEEAH's LEED Platinum-certified headquarters, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, Al Huraimel said. He added that the project aims to create 'an entirely new niche' rather than reproduce existing models. 'The goal is not to reproduce existing models but to create an entirely new niche. It's about setting benchmarks and raising expectations for sustainable living across the industry,' he said. BEEAH's real estate venture will also integrate technologies and expertise from across the group's operations. The company has developed from managing a single landfill in Sharjah to operating the region's first Waste-to-Energy plant and expanding into Saudi Arabia and Egypt with large-scale integrated waste management solutions. 'As a diversified group, we now represent an entire ecosystem of offerings for tomorrow's sustainable, smart cities: Environment, Energy, Technology, Healthcare, and now Real Estate,' Al Huraimel said. 'By pursuing real estate development, we are moving closer to our mission of pioneering a sustainable quality of life by launching projects with people at the heart of it,' he added. The integration will also extend to BEEAH's various subsidiaries and ventures such as ION, the group's green mobility platform will provide EV charging infrastructure, whereas digital ecosystem will offer on-demand logistics and waste recycling services. Moreover, EVOTEQ's supply chain technologies will enhance commercial operations within developments. Strategic partnerships to drive BEEAH real estate development plans Collaboration remains central to BEEAH's real estate strategy, following successful partnerships across its other sectors, the chief executives added. The group's healthcare venture, the Jawaher Boston Medical District, leverages expertise from US medical institutions including Mass General Brigham and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. 'Partnerships have been essential to BEEAH's success across every sector,' Al Huraimel said, adding as they expand into real estate, 'collaboration will remain at the core of our strategy. We are engaging with partners in architecture, engineering, mobility, energy, and smart systems, all of whom will be instrumental in bringing our developments to life.' The developments will feature comprehensive smart technology integration, drawing from BEEAH's experience across multiple sectors. The Sharjah Waste to Energy facility, developed through a joint venture with Masdar, generates enough low-carbon electricity to power nearly 60,000 homes, with expansion plans set to double this capacity. BEEAH is also developing the Middle East's first commercial-scale Hydrogen-from-Waste plant and, in partnership with Khazna Data Centres, is building Sharjah's first Tier 3 data centre with groundbreaking sustainability standards. 'Our goal for the technologies we will deploy in the city is to simplify day-to-day living, reduce resource consumption, and create a more connected, intuitive living experience,' Al Huraimel explained. Taryam outlined BEEAH's approach to real estate development, explaining that the projects focus on creating integrated spaces. 'Our developments will be integrated, intelligent, and purpose-built to serve people now and into the future,' she said. The approach builds on lessons learned from previous projects, including the BEEAH headquarters and Taryam's role as project manager and strategic lead for the Sharjah Creative Quarter. The latter project blends traditional design with modern functionality through green spaces, exhibition areas, courtyards, and collaborative workspaces. 'That experience reaffirmed the importance of placemaking, and the role of sustainable design in fostering creativity and human connection,' Taryam said. BEEAH's real estate developments will also prioritise human experience through green mobility solutions and comprehensive wellness integration. The projects will feature integrated EV charging infrastructure, car-free zones, and mobility hubs that encourage cleaner transit options. 'Our developments prioritise the human experience, which means enabling green mobility to minimise street level emissions, in addition to green spaces to support walkability and overall well-being,' Taryam explained. The wellness approach extends beyond traditional healthcare, incorporating learnings from the Jawaher Boston Medical District, designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop as 'an exceptional patient-centric ecosystem surrounded by a lush forest.' Whilst BEEAH's immediate focus remains on the UAE market, the company has also outlined ambitions for international expansion. 'We want to ensure that this living model is replicable for future cities in the nation and beyond,' Al Huraimel said. The group already operates waste management solutions in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, providing a foundation for potential real estate expansion. 'In the future, we will be open to working with like-minded partners to take our real estate model to other regions. Our aim is to export a proven framework for sustainable, smart urban living, one that can have a positive impact on communities internationally,' Al Huraimel added. Outlining BEEAH's long-term real estate objectives, Taryam explained that the creation of sustainable, smart cities that incorporate innovation whilst maintaining harmony with nature. 'Our vision is to build sustainable, smart cities of the future — places that incorporate sustainability and innovation where people can experience exceptional living in harmony with nature,' she said. The approach represents BEEAH's commitment to creating legacy developments that extend beyond immediate commercial objectives. 'This means going beyond the basics to build future-ready spaces that elevate everyday life, that inspire communities, and that leave a legacy for generations to come,' she concluded.
ME Construction
10-06-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
BEEAH expands into real estate development
Industry News BEEAH expands into real estate development By BEEAH's expansion into real estate development, alongside its core sectors, marks a significant milestone, and positions the organisation as a comprehensive innovator, aligning with national efforts towards a smart, sustainable, and diversified economy BEEAH has announced its strategic expansion into real estate development. This expansion builds upon BEEAH's existing expertise in managing real estate developments, particularly in the areas of environment, energy, technology, and healthcare. By venturing into real estate, BEEAH aims to further its commitment to shaping future ready cities and improving the quality of life for societies. This expansion aligns with BEEAH's diversification strategy, which integrates sustainability at its core and fosters the organisation's growth in emerging, high-impact industries. BEEAH's expansion into real estate development, alongside its core sectors, marks a significant milestone, and positions the organisation as a comprehensive innovator, aligning with national efforts towards a smart, sustainable, and diversified economy, said a statement. 'Developing real estate is a natural evolution for BEEAH, unlocking a new avenue for us to address society's most pressing challenges. Our goal is to create exceptional urban environments, setting new regional benchmarks and creating a world-class model for elevated living in tomorrow's cities,' said Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO and Vice Chairman of BEEAH. 'Our real estate projects are incorporating principles of sustainability, innovation, and commitment to quality of life from the ground up, while building on our accomplishments to date in the Environment, Technology, Energy, and Healthcare sectors.' BEEAH has been involved in various projects from designing its own headquarters with Zaha Hadid Architects to developing sustainable industrial projects. Their latest endeavor is the upcoming Jawaher Boston Medical District by Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW). Earlier this year, the firm was appointed as the project manager and strategic lead for the Sharjah Creative Quarter project, a collaborative effort between Taller de Arquitectura – Mauricio Rocha and Daniel Rosselló. BEEAH is poised to unveil a groundbreaking development for real estate in the region. This landmark project will be smart sustainable design, for modern urban living, the statement explained. In the Environment sector, BEEAH offers a variety of waste-to-value solutions and actively pursues total landfill diversion. Building on its waste collection services, BEEAH has integrated recycling innovations with AI and robotics to develop an end-to-end waste management ecosystem. This approach has contributed to Sharjah achieving one of the world's highest landfill diversion rates, exceeding 90%, the firm noted. BEEAH's waste management expertise has led to its expansion into Egypt and Saudi Arabia, where it is actively contributing to the transformation of cities into cleaner and more circular environments. Beyond its regional operations, BEEAH actively engages student communities and societies through educational initiatives and awards to promote environmental responsibility. BEEAH extends its services to industries, providing environmental consulting to address the challenges posed by waste and emissions. In the energy sector, the firm said it is at the forefront of waste-to-energy, hydrogen-from-waste, and solar technologies. Its Sharjah Waste-to-Energy plant, inaugurated in 2022, has transformed hard-to-recycle waste into clean energy. Currently, the plant is undergoing expansion to double its capacity. The company's upcoming Hydrogen-from-Waste project is said to have shown positive results during initial trials in Nottingham, UK, marking breakthroughs in hydrogen production. BEEAH said it is also actively involved in advancing solar projects in line with their commitment to achieving Net Zero strategies. In the technology sector, BEEAH is using digital transformation through several key ventures. its digital ecosystem venture, has developed platforms that are transforming the recycling, logistics, and moving industries. EVOTEQ, another digital venture, is transforming supply chain integrity through its 'traq' platform. Within green mobility, BEEAH's ION joint venture with Crescent Enterprises is said to be revolutionising EV charging by connecting charger owners and users through a unified platform. Additionally, BEEAH is constructing Sharjah's inaugural Tier III data centre to groundbreaking sustainability principles through its Khazna Sharjah partnership. Within the healthcare sector, BEEAH's efforts demonstrate a growing commitment to improving the quality of life for all societies. Their upcoming Jawaher Boston Medical District (JBMD) project is a hospital of the future, partnered with medical institutions from Boston, United States. This patient-centric campus will combine treatments with sustainable design and serene green spaces to promote well-being, the statement concluded.
Gulf Today
09-06-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
BEEAH expands into real estate development
BEEAH, the region's sustainability and innovation pioneer, has formally announced its strategic expansion into real estate development. The move builds on the organisation's experience managing real estate developments, including the established strengths in Environment, Energy, Technology, and Healthcare, reinforcing its commitment to shaping future-ready cities and enhancing quality of life for societies. The expansion reflects BEEAH's deliberate diversification strategy that integrates sustainability at its core, while fostering the organisation's growth in emerging, high-impact industries. 'Developing real estate is a natural evolution for BEEAH, unlocking a new avenue for us to address society's most pressing challenges. Our goal is to create exceptional urban environments, setting new regional benchmarks and creating a world-class model for elevated living in tomorrow's cities,' said Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO and Vice Chairman of BEEAH. 'Our real estate projects are incorporating principles of sustainability, innovation, and commitment to quality of life from the ground up, while building on our accomplishments to date in the Environment, Technology, Energy, and Healthcare sectors.' With over a decade of multi-faceted experience developing projects, BEEAH is uniquely positioned in the real estate industry, from building the iconic BEEAH Headquarters designed by the world-renowned Zaha Hadid Architects and building sustainable, industrial projects, to its latest work on the upcoming Jawaher Boston Medical District designed by Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW). Earlier this year, BEEAH was also appointed as project manager and strategic lead of the upcoming Sharjah Creative Quarter project, designed by award-winning architectural firm Taller de Arquitectura - Mauricio Rocha in collaboration with Daniel Rosselló. In the weeks ahead, BEEAH will unveil a landmark development set to redefine the future of real estate in the region with smart sustainable design and a new standard for modern urban living. In the Environment sector, BEEAH continues to lead the region in waste-to-value solutions and pursue total landfill diversion. Building on its pioneering waste collection services that have set benchmarks for operational excellence and integrated recycling innovations with AI and robotics, BEEAH has developed an end-to-end waste management ecosystem that has contributed to achieving one of the world's highest landfill diversion rates in the Emirate of Sharjah - over 90%. The organisation's excellence in waste management has also fuelled its expansion to Egypt and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where they are helping shape cleaner and more circular cities. Going beyond its own operations in the region, BEEAH continues to launch educational initiatives and awards to engage student communities and societies to be environmentally responsible. For industries, BEEAH is also advancing environmental consulting services to tackle the challenges of waste and emissions. As part of the Energy sector, BEEAH is at the forefront of waste-to-energy, hydrogen-from-waste, and solar technologies. Its Sharjah Waste-to-Energy plant, inaugurated in 2022, transforms hard-to-recycle waste into clean energy and is currently expanding to double its capacity. Its upcoming Hydrogen-from-Waste project has demonstrated breakthroughs for hydrogen production during initial trials in Nottingham, UK. BEEAH is also advancing solar projects in line with net-zero strategies. In the Technology sector, BEEAH is driving digital transformation through several key ventures. its digital ecosystem venture, has developed platforms that are disrupting the recycling, logistics, and moving industries. Its digital venture EVOTEQ is also transforming supply chain integrity through its 'traq' platform. Within green mobility, BEEAH's ION joint venture with Crescent Enterprises is transforming EV charging by connecting charger owners and users through a singular platform. BEEAH is also building Sharjah's first Tier III data centre around groundbreaking principles of sustainability through its Khazna Sharjah partnership. Within the Healthcare sector, BEEAH's efforts reflect a deepening commitment to enhancing quality of life for all societies. Its upcoming Jawaher Boston Medical District (JBMD) project is a hospital of the future built in strategic partnership with renowned medical institutions from Boston, United States. The patient-centric campus will combine state-of-the-art treatments with sustainable design and serene green spaces to promote holistic wellbeing. WAM
