Emaar Properties PJSC is a Dubai-based global real estate development and management company, founded on June 23, 1997, by visionary entrepreneur Mohamed Alabbar. Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, it operates as a public joint-stock company listed on the Dubai Financial Market since 2000, making it one of the first to open shares to foreign investors. Emaar specializes in creating value-added, master-planned communities that integrate residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, and leisure elements to meet full-spectrum lifestyle needs.

The company has transformed Dubai’s skyline and global perceptions through iconic projects like the Burj Khalifa (the world’s tallest building at 828 meters), The Dubai Mall (one of the largest shopping centers globally), Downtown Dubai (a 500-acre mixed-use hub), Dubai Marina (a luxurious waterfront district), and Dubai Hills Estate (a 2,700-acre green community). Other notable developments include Emaar Beachfront, Dubai Creek Harbour (featuring the upcoming world’s tallest tower), The Dubai Fountain, Address Hotels + Resorts, and Dubai Opera. Since 2002, Emaar has delivered over 34,500 residential units, accounting for about 22% of Dubai’s freehold residential properties. With operations spanning the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and North America, Emaar’s portfolio emphasizes innovation, sustainability (e.g., green technologies and energy-efficient designs), and timely delivery. In 2024, it reported strong financials, with residential prices rising 19.9% year-on-year, underscoring its role in Dubai’s booming property market.