Emaar

Emaar Properties, founded by Mohamed Alabbar, has become a global leader in real estate. With Mohamed Alabbar's vast experience in tourism and construction, the company has achieved remarkable success, including iconic projects like the Burj Khalifa. As of 2021, Mohamed Alabbar serves as the Managing Director, with Jamal Bin Theniyah as Chairman and Ahmed Jawa as Vice Chairman. The CEO is Amit Jain.

Since its international expansion in 2004, Emaar Properties has grown to over 60 subsidiaries, operating in 36 markets across North America, Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It has ongoing projects in various countries such as Turkey, Egypt, India, Saudi Arabia, and the United States, including Jeddah Gate in Saudi Arabia and Beit Misk in Lebanon.

Living in Dubai Marina offers the advantage of easy access to major roads like Al Sufouh Rd and Sheikh Zayed Rd, connecting all seven emirates. While the area lacks nearby schools, there are plenty of options in neighboring areas like Al Sufouh, Umm Suqeim, and Al Barsha, offering Indian, British, and American curricula. Plus, there are numerous kindergartens nearby for parents with young children.

Emaar Properties is committed to building sustainably and supporting environmental initiatives. They aim to contribute to the UAE's environmental goals while also giving back to society through their Emaar Foundation. This foundation supports programs like Dubai Cares, which helps provide education to children in developing countries, and the Dream for Future Africa Foundation, which focuses on creating opportunities for those in need in Africa. Additionally, they work with the UN World Food Program to fight global hunger.

Emaar has achieved remarkable success over the years, earning multiple Guinness World Records for their projects. Their most famous building, the Burj Khalifa, stands as the tallest building globally, reaching almost 2,722 feet in height. Construction started in 2004 and was completed in 2010, with 160 floors dedicated to residential use. The Burj Khalifa has set records for the most floors in a building, the highest restaurant, the tallest residential apartments, and hosting the largest light and sound show on a single building.