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  • Recorded strong nine months sales of AED 12.624 billion (US$ 3.437 billion) in Dubai; 25 per cent higher than the first nine months of 2018 
  • The developer recorded net profit of AED 1.331 billion (US$ 362 million), an increase of 20 per cent in the third quarter of 2019 led by resilient performance of the property, malls and hospitality business
  • Emaar’s total sales backlog, including international operations, is AED 49.213 billion (US$ 13.399 billion), to be recognised in the coming three to four years 

 

Dubai, UAE; – November 10,2019: Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), recorded robust increase in net profit by 20 per cent during the third quarter (July to September) of 2019 to AED 1.331 billion (US$ 362 million), compared to the net profit of AED 1.110 billion (US$ 302 million) during the same period in 2018. Revenue of Emaar also grew by 14 per cent to AED 6.075 billion (US$ 1.654 billion) during third quarter of 2019, compared to revenue of AED 5.348 billion (US$ 1.456 billion) during the same period last year.

Emaar recorded property sales of AED 12.624 billion (US$ 3.437 billion) in Dubai during the first nine months (January to September) of 2019, a growth of 25 per cent compared to same period in 2018.This is the result of Emaar’s continued focus on its customers and quality of construction, which makes us the first choice for investors. This is a testament of why Emaar is ranked as #1 among Real Estate Companies and #20 among all industries in the Forbes World’s best-regarded companies rankings.

The growth is attributed to the continuous interest from foreign investors in both residential and commercial developments as well as new, first-time home buyers entering the UAE property market.

Emaar recorded a revenue of AED 17.644 billion (US$ 4.804 billion) and net profit of AED 4.442 billion (US$ 1.209 billion) in the first nine months of 2019, led by resilient performance of the property, malls and hospitality business.  

Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties and Emaar Development, said: “Emaar’s results are driven by its key principles of having the best people working day and night to achieve utmost customer happiness through providing them superior product and services. Also, in these dynamic markets, maintaining superior performance is a key testimony of an excellent team and their continuous efforts to achieve efficiencies, superior product and financial results.”

Emaar Development

Emaar Development PJSC (DFM: EMAARDEV), recorded a net profit of AED 2.070 billion (US$ 564 million) and revenue of AED 9.625 billion (US$ 2.620 billion) for the first nine months of the year.

During the first nine months of 2019, Emaar Development launched 19 new projects across its mega developments in Dubai with a total project value of AED 10.127 billion (US$ 2.757 billion). Highlighting Emaar’s strong brand value, the company has sold over 70 per cent of its units launched in first nine month of 2019.

During 2019, Emaar launched properties in the newly launched master-planned community of Arabian Ranches III, Emaar Beachfront and Dubai Hills Estate, recording a sell-out response and also launched Ease by Emaar, a property management services, helping investors of South Beach at Emaar Beachfront capitalise on an emerging business model of short-term rentals and earn substantial returns.

Emaar Development has also entered into a new joint venture for master-planned development ‘The Valley’, an AED 25 billion (US$ 7 billion) project located on Dubai – Al Ain Road.

 

Emaar Malls and other businesses 

Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS) recorded 6 per cent increase in revenue to AED 3.412 billion (US$ 929 million) during the first nine months (January to September) of 2019, compared to same period in 2018. Net profit has also increased by 6 per cent to AED 1.732 billion (US$ 472 million) compared to same period last year.

Emaar Malls assets – The Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina Mall, Gold & Diamond Park, Souq Al Bahar and the Community Retail Centres – maintained strong occupancy level at 92 per cent, and robust visitors arrival at 99 million during the first nine months of this year.

Emaar’s hospitality & leisure, entertainment and commercial leasing business along with Emaar Malls, posted a revenue of AED 5.259 billion (US$ 1.432 billion), representing 30 per cent of the total Group revenue. The hotels under Emaar Hospitality Group (including managed hotels) in Dubai reported an average occupancy of 78 per cent, higher than the industry average.

Emaar’s international property development operations recorded 22 percent increase in revenue to AED 2.673 billion (US$ 728 million) during first nine months of 2019, compared to revenue of AED 2.185 billion (US$ 595 million) during same period in 2018. This now represents 15 per cent to the total Group revenue.

Emaar has a landbank of over 1.7 billion square feet in key markets and is ranked 14th among the world’s strongest real estate companies in 2019, with an estimated brand value of US$ 2.7 billion.

Visit https://www.emaar.com/en/investor-relationsfor more information.

 

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Note to Editors

About Emaar Properties:

Emaar Properties PJSC, listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is a global property developer and provider of premium lifestyles, with a significant presence in the Middle East, North Africa and Asia. One of the world’s largest real estate companies, Emaar has a land bank of 1.7 billion sq. ft in the UAE and key international markets.

With a proven track-record in delivery, Emaar has delivered over 59,000 residential units in Dubai and other global markets since 2002. Emaar has strong recurring revenue generating assets with over 880,000 square metres of leasing revenue generating assets and 22 hotels and resorts with 4,965 rooms (includes owned as well as managed hotels). Today, 45 per cent of the Emaar’s revenue is from its shopping malls & retail, hospitality & leisure and international subsidiaries.

Burj Khalifa, a global icon, and The Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited retail and lifestyle destination, are among Emaar’s trophy developments. Emaar has now announced, Dubai Creek Tower, a magnificent icon that will serve as the centerpieceof the Dubai Creek Harbour development, as well as Dubai Square, the retail metropolis of the future. For more information, please visit our website www.emaar.com

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      • Net profit for the third quarter of the year (July to September) 2019 is AED 602 million (US$ 164 million), an increase of 12% over the same period last year 
      • Revenue for Q3 2019 increased by 5% to AED 1.185 billion (US$ 323 million) compared to Q3 2018

 

Dubai, UAE; November 03, 2019:Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties (DFM: EMAAR), recorded an increase in revenue by 6 per cent during the first nine months (January to September) of 2019 to AED 3.412 billion (US$ 929 million), compared to the revenue of AED 3.232 billion (US$ 880 million) during the same period in 2018. Net profit for the period ending 30thSeptember 2019 is AED 1.732 billion (US$ 472 million), an increase of 6 per cent over the same period in 2018 with a revenue of AED 1.639 billion (US$ 446 million).

Revenue for Q3 2019 recorded an increase of 5 per cent to AED 1.185 billion (US$ 323 million), compared to the Q3 2018 revenue of AED 1.129 billion (US$ 307 million) and net profit for Q3 2019 is AED 602 million (US$ 164 million), a 12 per cent increase over the Q3 2018 net profit of AED 537 million (US$ 146 million).

 

Update on Namshi

Namshi, a wholly owned subsidiary of Emaar Malls has recorded sales of AED 689 million (US$ 188 million) during the first nine months of 2019, an increase of 14 per cent compared to the previous year. 

Reporting on quarter-on-quarter growth, Namshi’s sales for the third quarter (July to September) 2019 was AED 267 million (US$ 73 million), a growth of 20 per cent over the sales of AED 223 million (US$ 61 million) during Q3 2018.

 

Strong occupancy and footfall 

The assets of Emaar Malls – The Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina Mall, Gold & Diamond Park, Souq Al Bahar and the Community Retail Centres – together welcomed 99 million visitors during the first nine months of this year with The Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited retail and lifestyle destination, in specific welcoming 61 million visitors. Occupancy levels across all assets remain exceptionally high at 92 per cent ending Q3 of 2019, indicating a healthy demand in the market for the retail space in the right locations.

 

Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties and Board Member of Emaar Malls, said: “Emaar Malls has consistently explored opportunities to deliver an enhanced shopping experience by taking a customer-centric view of the entire consumer journey, which helps us achieve sustained growth – both through our Malls and Namshi, our fully owned online business. As retail disruption endures, we continue to attract retailers that leverage technology to provide an immersive retail experience, meet their customer’s expectations, provide customers with post-purchase services and loyalty-building interactions making our malls as the preferred lifestyle destination of choice.”

 

Upcoming Assets

Continuing its growth strategy, Emaar Malls is set to open Dubai Hills Mall in Dubai Hills Estate in 2020, which offers a GLA of about 2 million sq. ft. and feature about 550 retail and entertainment destinations. Dubai Hills Mall will have four major family entertainment and leisure centres along with a cineplex, hypermarket, seven anchor retail experience stores, and over 7,000 dedicated parking spaces. The company is also redeveloping Meadows Village to increase its GLA by approximately 95,000 sq. ft, and is scheduled for completion in 2020, further enhancing its Community Retail Centres.

Further strengthening its retail infrastructure, Emaar Malls has opened The Dubai Mall Za’abeel extension adding over 3,000 parking spaces. These extensions link The Dubai Mall to the Financial Centre Road and to the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Boulevard enhancing the connectivity and convenience for visitors.

 

Note to Editors 

About Emaar Malls:

Emaar Malls’ properties include some of the most iconic malls, entertainment and community integrated retail centres in the Middle East, including The Dubai Mall, its flagship asset, which has been the most visited shopping and entertainment mall worldwide in each of the last four years.

Emaar Malls also owns and manages Souk Al Bahar, an Arabesque style dining and entertainment development in Downtown Dubai; Dubai Marina Mall, a lifestyle shopping mall for residents and visitors of the Dubai Marina community; and Gold & Diamond Park, a shopping destination dedicated to gold and jewellery.

Emaar Malls’ properties are developed as an integral part of the master plan developments of its controlling shareholder, Emaar Properties, and, therefore, are strategically located in key areas of Dubai that benefit from favourable socio-economic demographics and increasing tourism.

 

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    • Net profit in third quarter of 2019 (July to September) grew to AED 688 million (US$ 187 million) with revenue reaching to AED 3.388 billion (US$ 922 million)
    • Strong sales backlog of AED 36.098 billion (US$ 9.828 billion), underlining remarkable revenue recognition to be achieved in the coming three to four years 

 

Dubai, UAE – November 14, 2019:

Emaar Development PJSC (DFM: EMAARDEV), the UAE build-to-sell property development business majority-owned by Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), reported today the financial results for the nine-month ending 30thSeptember 2019. The company has reported an impressive growth of 25% in property sales during first nine months of 2019, reaching to AED 12.525 billion (US$ 3.410 billion) as compared to similar period in 2018.

Delivering quarter on quarter growth in profitability, the company reported net profit of AED 2.070 billion (US$ 564 million) with a revenue of AED 9.625 billion (US$ 2.620 billion) for the first nine months of 2019.

With the company announcing the launch of 19 new residential developments in 2019 with a total project value of AED 10.127 billion (US$ 2.757 billion), the sales backlog stands at AED 36.098 billion (US$ 9.828 billion), underlining strong financial fundamentals and revenue recognition to be accounted in the next three to four years.

 

Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Development and Emaar Properties, said: “Over the years, Emaar Development has launched properties that deliver on the promise of providing unique living experiences and positioning Dubai as a prime global destination for real estate investments. The organisation focuses on customers, the quality of construction, technology, people and strategy for future growth. We aim to offer unique products to today’s home buyers, seeking modern lifestyles with amenities that prioritize health, wellness and a sense of community.”

Emaar Development views 2019 as a year of transformation with the company noticing a strong demand for residences that offer surroundings that ensure residents health and well-being, and the opportunity to live fulfilling lives.

During the quarter, Emaar Development has entered into a new joint venture for master-planned development ‘The Valley’, an AED 25 billion (US$ 7 billion) project located on Dubai – Al Ain Road extending the map of Dubai. The development is designed keeping in mind the modern urban planning and future dwelling trends with world class amenities.

 

Sites developed into iconic destinations

In 2019, Emaar Development launched South Beach, a first-of-its-kind residential premium waterfront holiday home development and Grand Bleu Tower, the first ELIE SAAB designer building in the world at Emaar Beachfront. South Beach is one of the first developments to be fully listed on Ease by Emaar, the property management service by Emaar offering investors an opportunity to fill the market gap for short-term rentals and help them capitalise on an emerging business modeland gain potential high returns on investment.

The company also marked the launch of several exceptional residential destinations in Dubai this year, including, Sun,Joy  and Spring in Arabian Ranches III – a premium gated community; Bay Shore, Palace, Summer, Creek Edge and Surf in Dubai Creek Harbour, the six square kilometer mega-development, described as ‘The World of Tomorrow’; Executive Residences, Golf Grove, Golfville and  Emerald Hillsin Dubai Hills Estate; Expo Golf Villas – Parkside and Greenview in Emaar South, a pioneering project by Emaar located only 10 minutes from the Expo 2020 Dubai site and seven minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport, recording sell-out investor response; Sirdhana at Mina Rashid, the world’s new sailing destination set by the historic Dubai Creek near Bur Dubai/Deira.

Emaar development has handed over approximately 4,700 residential units so far in 2019 at prime locations such as Dubai Hills Estate, Emaar South, Dubai Creek Harbour and Downtown Dubai.

Emaar has an international investor base of over 200 nationalities and is ranked 14thamong the world’s strongest real estate companies in 2019, with an estimated brand value of US$ 2.7 billion.

  • JOY townhouses are designed to delight the family with amenities including splash pad, hammocks, an outdoor cinema and an adventure-themed children’s play area
  • Arabian Ranches III promotes an active lifestyle and family wellness with exceptional attractions including a lazy river and outdoor sports facilities
  • Five entry points around the neighbourhood offering easy access; within a half-hour travelling distance of Downtown Dubai, Dubai International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport and the Expo 2020 Dubai site, amongst others

 

Dubai, UAE; March 11, 2019: Following the overwhelming sales response to the launch of the first residential community in the new Arabian Ranches III, Emaar Development has announced the launch of JOY townhouses in the new master-planned community that promotes a happy and healthy lifestyle.

Located next to the established Arabian Ranches neighbourhood, Arabian Ranches III is defined by several exceptional features including a central park, a 4 km long boulevard, a lazy river, a wide choice of outdoor sports facilities, community parks with play areas for children, as well as wellness and sports facilities for all. The central park has a central plaza, lawns, adventure zones, parkour course, skate park, barbeque areas, gymnasium, jogging tracks and a cricket pitch, among other facilities.

The three- and four-bedrooms JOY townhouses are available in three design types. In modern, contemporary architectural styles, the homes are spacious, naturally-lit and overlook green lawns and parks. Exclusive features of the new townhouse community include splash pads, hammocks and an adventure-themed children’s play area. Residents can also access cycling tracks, a retail strip, a clubhouse and community centre, a mosque as well as reputed schools and healthcare facilities in close proximity.

A number of leisure attractions await residents with access to the golfing facilities at Arabian Ranches Golf Club and the Dubai Equestrian and Polo Club. Arabian Ranches III is also directly connected to the 86-kilometre long Al Qudra Cycling Track.

Located centrally, Arabian Ranches III is in half-hour travelling distance of Downtown Dubai, Dubai International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport and the Expo 2020 Dubai site, and the Global Village and Sheikh Hamdan Sports Centre are only five minutes away.

For more details on JOY townhouses in Arabian Ranches lll, visit the Emaar Sales Centres in Downtown Dubai; Dubai Creek Harbour Sales Centre in Ras Al Khor; Dubai Hills Estate Sales Pavilion located on Umm Suqeim Road; the Emaar South Sales Centre on the DWC Peripheral Road in Dubai South; and the Abu Dhabi Sales Centre on the ground floor of Al Nahda Tower on 4th Street, Al Muroor Road. The sales centres are open from Sat. to Thurs., 9.30am to 7pm, and on Fri. from 2pm to 7pm in all locations except the Abu Dhabi Sales Centre. Alternatively, call 800 36227 (UAE) or +9714 3661688 (International); or email: sales_enquiry@emaar.ae.

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  • Next to the established Arabian Ranches community, one of the most sought-after neighbourhoods in Dubai
  • A serene getaway in a half-hour radius of Dubai International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, the Expo 2020 Dubai site and Downtown Dubai
  • Arabian Ranches III promotes a healthy lifestyle with a wide range of outdoor sports facilities including a parkour course, skate park, cricket pitch, jogging track and more

 

Dubai, UAE; February 25, 2019: Emaar Development today unveiled Arabian Ranches III, a secure gated townhouse neighbourhood. The new masterplanned community offers a happy lifestyle with a central park spanning an area of over 30,000 square metres (about 7.5 acres), a 4 km long boulevard, community parks with an extensive choice of play areas for children, as well as wellness and sports facilities for all.

The lush-green neighbourhood also features a lazy river, cycling tracks, a retail strip, a clubhouse and community centre, a mosque as well as reputed schools and healthcare facilities in close proximity. The central park serves as a hub for recreation and socialising with a central plaza, lawns, adventure zones, parkour course, skate park, barbeque areas, gymnasium, jogging tracks and a cricket pitch, among other facilities. Arabian Ranches III also offers a direct connection to the 86-kilometre long Al Qudra Cycling Track, while the 42-metre-wide boulevard loop promotes a pedestrian-friendly healthy lifestyle.

Residents can also access the golfing facilities at the Arabian Ranches Golf Course and hone their equestrian and polo skills at the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club.

Arabian Ranches III is effortlessly accessible to all key business and leisure destinations in the city. It is in half-hour travelling distance of Downtown Dubai, Dubai International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport and the Expo 2020 Dubai site, while the Global Village and Sheikh Hamdan Sports Centre are only five minutes away.  The masterplan will be served by a Metro link in the future.

Arabian Ranches III will feature 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses. Recreating the happy lifestyle of Arabian Ranches – which has high ratings in the residents Happiness Score, the new townhouse community will be the most desirable destination for families.

For moredetails on the launch of Arabian Ranches lll on February 25, 2019, visit the Emaar Sales Centres in Downtown Dubai; Dubai Creek Harbour Sales Centre in Ras Al Khor; Dubai Hills Estate Sales Pavilion located on Umm Suqeim Road; the Emaar South Sales Centre on the DWC Peripheral Road in Dubai South; and the Abu Dhabi Sales Centre on the ground floor of Al Nahda Tower on 4th Street, Al Muroor Road. The sales centres are open from Sat. to Thurs., 9.30am to 7pm, and on Fri. from 2pm to 7pm in all locations except the Abu Dhabi Sales Centre. Alternatively, call 800 36227 (UAE) or +9714 3661688 (International); or email: sales_enquiry@emaar.ae.

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Dubai, UAE; January 24, 2019: Dubai Hills Estate is offering customers of its new Executive Residences the opportunity to obtain a complimentary 3-year renewable business licence and renewable residency visa, when they pay only 15 per cent of the apartment price, through its partnership with DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre).

Taking the home-office concept to the next level, this unique opportunity allows entrepreneurs and ‘remote workers’ to obtain a business licence from DMCC, the world’s leading free zone, and operate their business from the comfort of their own home at Executive Residences. With the rise of freelancers, flexible working schedules, as well as the growing importance of the start-up ecosystem in the UAE, this ownership scheme has now become more sought after than ever. Investors will enjoy all the benefits of DMCC, such as 0 per cent tax, 100 per cent business ownership, capital repatriation, as well as discounts on business licence renewal.

Executive Residences homes overlook the lush green Dubai Hills Park and the vibrant Dubai Hills Boulevard, and are in walking distance of the Dubai Hills Mall – all set within the 11 million square metre master-planned green oasis in the heart of the city.

Part of a three-tower development seated on a landscaped podium, Executive Residences feature one, two and three-bedroom apartments where homeowners can start, run and grow their business. Residents can choose from homes with park side, boulevard or Burj Khalifa views.

The tower has business-centric shared spaces such as meeting rooms, a common room and a café to facilitate the work from home lifestyle. Complementing the green views from the homes, Executive Residences focus on the wellness of residents with amenities such as a state-of-the-art modern gymnasium, Zen and yoga gardens, children’s play areas, and an infinity edge swimming pool to foster a stronger sense of community. Residents will also be in walking distance of two world-class hotels, schools, and healthcare centres.

Dubai Hills Estate is effortlessly accessible from Sheikh Zayed Road and is located at the crossroads of Al Qudra and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. It will also have connectivity to public modes of transport including a Dubai Metro link. A dedicated Dubai Hills Rail line will connect residents and visitors to the two international airports in the city.

For more information, visit the Dubai Hills Estate Sales Pavilion on Umm Suqeim Road; Creek Harbour Sales Centre in Ras Al Khor; and the Abu Dhabi sales centre on the ground floor of Al Nahda Tower on 4th Street, Al Muroor Road.

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  • A limited collection of 3 and 4-bedroom premium villas next to an 18-hole championship golf course, assuring strong return and value appreciation
  • Expo Golf Villas are only 7 minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport and 10 minutes to the Expo 2020 Dubai site
  • Ideally positioned for professionals working in Jebel Ali Free Zone, only 30 minutes away, and Abu Dhabi, just 50 minutes away
  • A rich array of amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, neighbouring parks, gym, and kids play area foster community bonding 

Dubai, UAE; January 16, 2019: Following overwhelming sales response to the launch of Expo Golf Villas, Emaar has launched its second phase, with a limited collection of three and four-bedroom premium villas set only 10 minutes from the Expo 2020 Dubai site and seven minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport.

Overlooking an 18-hole championship golf course, the Expo Golf Villas assure strong return on investment and long-term value appreciation, as research by KPMG and the American National Association of Realtors shows that golf courses have historically boosted the value of nearby properties by as much as 20 per cent.

Guaranteeing Emaar’s signature quality at competitive prices, the cost of a three-bedroom premium villa starts at AED 999,888. Investors also benefit from a convenient payment plan with monthly instalments to be paid over an extended period of five and a half years.

Expo Golf Villas are set along the main boulevard of Emaar South, and are ideal for professionals working in the various business hubs in Dubai South including the Aviation District, Logistics District, Business Park, Exhibition District and Humanitarian District. Only 30 minutes from Jebel Ali Free Zone and 50 minutes from Abu Dhabi, the residential community will also serve the requirements of entrepreneurs and professionals who prefer a serene lifestyle in a natural setting surrounded by green parks.

The family villas are spacious at 110 to 140 square metres in size and have a muted natural palette to match the interior design choice of the residents. The neighbourhood parks and shared amenities – an outdoor swimming pool, kids play area, gymnasium and community centre, amongst others – foster community spirit.

For more details on Phase ll of Expo Golf Villas in Emaar South, visit the Emaar South Sales Centre on the DWC Peripheral Road in Dubai South; Emaar Sales Centres in Downtown Dubai; Dubai Creek Harbour Sales Centre in Ras Al Khor; Dubai Hills Estate Sales Pavilion located on Umm Suqeim Road; and the Abu Dhabi Sales Centre on the ground floor of Al Nahda Tower on 4th Street, Al Muroor Road. All the sales centres are open from Sat. to Thurs., 9.30am to 7pm, and on Fri. from 2pm to 7pm in all locations except the Abu Dhabi Sales Centre. Alternatively, call 800 36227 (UAE) or +9714 3661688 (International); or email: sales_enquiry@emaar.ae.

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Dubai Hills Estate, one of the largest master-planned communities in the city developed by Emaar Properties as a joint venture with Meraas, is underlining its commitment to environmental sustainability by saying no to plastic bottles across its site offices.

Currently being developed with several features including an 18-hole championship golf course, the Dubai Hills Mall and Dubai Hills Park, Dubai Hills Estate is a serene and lush master-development located only 15 minutes from Downtown Dubai.

In support of the ‘Drop It’ campaign launched in the UAE by Goumbook with the goal of uniting individuals and the local business community in rethinking single-use plastic consumption, Dubai Hills Estate has set a new precedent that will a secure a cleaner future for the coming generations.

Accordingly, staff at Dubai Hills Estate site offices will no longer use single-use plastic water bottles or other disposable containers but will instead bring in own water bottles or use glasses. Water coolers have been set up on the premises too. Workers on the various sites are also encouraged to reduce the usage of plastic bottles and to adopt reusable bottles.

The campaign comes on the back of estimates that the UAE has the highest consumption of bottled water per capita in the world. Dubai Hills Estate’s ‘Drop It’ campaign is the first in an Emaar project.

Located at the crossroads of Al Khail and Umm Suqeim Roads, Dubai Hills Estate offers the unique opportunity to live a serene lifestyle in the heart of Dubai with breath-taking views of the iconic Dubai skyline, in addition to parks and other lifestyle amenities.

Emaar Community Management joined hands with residents of its master-planned lifestyle destinations to host Iftar for various service providers as part of the #Building_Communities initiative during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

Residents not only contributed a wide array of food products, but also participated as volunteers in serving the workers at the “serve our service providers” Iftar held recently at Emirates Living and Arabian Ranches. The workers were welcomed by Ahmad Al Matrooshi, Managing Director – Emaar Properties.

The event aims to strengthen the spirit of service and sharing, and to demonstrate the gratitude of Emaar Community Management and residents to the service providers for their exceptional work in the upkeep and maintenance of Emaar communities. Security guards, lifeguards, landscaping, MEP and housekeeping staff and other workers took part in the Iftar and celebrated the cohesive spirit of caring and giving in the Year of Zayed.

Follow and participate in the campaign on Emaar’s social networks with the hashtag #Building_Communities