Dubai actual property continued its record-breaking run, Abu Dhabi colleges achieved new scores, and Etihad Rail confirmed nationwide connectivity. Saudi Arabia’s PIF led the world’s greatest gaming takeover whereas Wynn Al Marjan ready for its landmark resort opening.
Meet up with 10 of the most important tales this week, as chosen by Arabian Enterprise editors.
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Etihad Rail to attach 11 UAE cities by 2026 with 57-minute Dubai–Abu Dhabi journeys
The developer and operator of the UAE’s nationwide railway community, Etihad Rail, , has confirmed that it’s progressing with confidence towards launching passenger transport providers by 2026.
The challenge aligns with the UAE’s ambition to ship an built-in, protected, and environment friendly rail system. In response to the corporate, the passenger community will improve connectivity between cities and communities whereas assembly passenger wants in accordance with the very best worldwide requirements.
Dubai launches ‘Worker to Entrepreneur’ programme to show employees into startup founders
The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) has announced the launch of the “Employee to Entrepreneur Programme”, an initiative designed to empower staff inside DIEZ and its affiliated financial zones to determine and develop their very own startups.
The programme aligns with the nationwide marketing campaign “The Emirates: The Startup Capital of the World”, launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
It reinforces DIEZ’s dedication to accelerating Dubai’s financial progress and fostering innovation by selling a tradition of entrepreneurship throughout the emirate.
Dubai property gross sales soar 34% to $121.2bn as fäm CEO warns slowdown fears price buyers
“Bidding on reviews of a slowing market has resulted in an enormous alternative being misplaced for many who fell for it,” mentioned Al Msaddi. He added that Dubai has persistently proven resilience: “Dubai has bounced again stronger and sooner than every other metropolis on the earth for the reason that 2009 international monetary disaster, and the COVID pandemic, highlighting the town’s distinctive resilience.
“Whereas progress has naturally slowed in comparison with the document tempo of 2021–2022, this displays a wholesome, sustainable market, quite than a lack of momentum.”
Wynn Al Marjan advertises for on line casino supervisor forward of 2027 Ras Al Khaimah opening
The Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah has launched a massive recruitment drive ahead of its highly anticipated 2027 opening with 101 new positions listed on the resort’s official careers page throughout a number of departments, together with on line casino operations.
Among the many roles listed is “On line casino Supervisor – Desk Video games Operations,” marking the primary place of its type within the GCC area. In accordance the job specification, the on line casino supervisor might be anticipated to fulfil tasks akin to making certain the integrity of video games, enforcement of regulatory compliance and oversight of pit managers and gaming workforce members.
Further tasks embody correct dealing with of the Card Monitor System (CTS), coordinating with the Card Room and collaborating with distributors to make sure enough inventory of enjoying playing cards and cube throughout the on line casino grounds.
Dubai courtroom guidelines property patrons should pay service charges from challenge completion, even earlier than handover
The Rental Disputes Centre has issued a brand new judicial precept confirming that unit house owners are answerable for such prices from challenge completion, even when formal handover has not but taken place. The ruling resolves recurring disputes between builders and patrons over accountability for the prices of working and sustaining shared services.
The ruling anchors itself in Regulation No. (6) of 2019 on Collectively Owned Properties, which regulates funds to cowl administration, operation, and upkeep of widespread areas. Below the regulation, both the developer or the proprietor should bear prices for unsold models, with funds directed to administration corporations to make sure uninterrupted providers and environment friendly constructing maintenance.
First UAE air taxi service to attach Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah by 2027
Ras Al Khaimah is set to become the first emirate in the UAE to launch an air taxi service, following the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with US-based Joby Aviation and UK-based Skyports Infrastructure.
Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, witnessed the signing of the MoU at his palace in Saqr bin Mohamed Metropolis. Sheikh Saud additionally obtained JoeBen Bevirt, CEO and founding father of Joby Aviation, and Duncan Walker, CEO of Skyports, throughout a reception attended by Esmaeel Hassan Alblooshi, Director-Common of Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority and Appearing Director-Common of the Division of Civil Aviation, together with senior officers.
The initiative displays the UAE’s imaginative and prescient for shaping the long run by progressive and sustainable mobility options. Sheikh Saud added that the challenge represents an funding in folks’s high quality of life whereas strengthening Ras Al Khaimah’s place as a world hub for residing, working, tourism, and funding.
Abu Dhabi colleges progress: 23 upgraded to ‘Good’, 13 rated ‘Excellent’
As regulator, ADEK has applied structured motion plans, necessary follow-up classes, and focused interventions to make sure accountability, present exact suggestions, and implement corrective actions the place essential. These measures are supported by rigorous inspection and monitoring throughout the sector.
In response to the newest Irtiqa’a outcomes, 23 colleges superior to a “Good” score inside a single 12 months, reflecting vital enchancment throughout the emirate’s personal training sector.
- Excellent: 13 colleges rated
- Very Good: 51 colleges rated
- Good: 93 colleges rated
- Acceptable: 42 colleges rated
- Weak: 5 colleges rated
Saudi PIF leads $55bn takeover of Digital Arts in world’s greatest gaming deal
Below the settlement, the consortium will purchase 100 per cent of EA, with PIF rolling over its present 9.9 per cent stake. EA stockholders will obtain $210 per share in money, representing a 25 per cent premium to EA’s unaffected share value of $168.32 on September 25, and above the corporate’s all-time excessive of $179.01 on August 14, 2025.
The deal represents the biggest all-cash sponsor take-private in historical past, with PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Companions combining capital, trade experience, and international networks throughout gaming, leisure, and sports activities.
Dubai actual property gross sales hit $14.8bn in September 2025; prime areas and tasks revealed
The worth of gross sales climbed to AED54.3bn ($14.8bn), up 21.2 per cent year-on-year, whereas the common value per sq. foot reached AED1,689 ($460).
Breakdown of gross sales volumes and values in contrast with September 2024:
- Residences: 17,112 gross sales value AED31.8bn ($8.7bn), up from 14,167 gross sales value AED24.5bn ($6.7bn)
- Villas: 955 gross sales value AED5.2bn ($1.4bn), down from 3,244 gross sales value AED14.6bn ($4bn)
- Industrial properties: 514 gross sales value AED1.5bn ($408 million), up from 352 gross sales value AED751.3 million ($204 million)
- Plots: 1,545 gross sales value AED15.7bn ($4.3bn), up from 282 gross sales value AED4.8bn ($1.3bn)