Shaping the world's most admired addresses since 1997.
Emaar Properties is one of the world's most valuable and admired real estate development companies. Since our founding in 1997, we have redefined the skyline of Dubai and shaped master-planned communities that set global benchmarks for design, hospitality, and quality of life.
To be a world-class developer of premier lifestyles — trusted, innovative, and enduring.
To design, build and operate exceptional places where people love to live, work, and visit — creating long-term value for our residents, investors, and the communities we serve.
Nearly three decades of building.
- 1997
Emaar Properties founded in Dubai.
- 2000
Listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM).
- 2002
Launch of Downtown Dubai — the world's most visited downtown.
- 2010
Opening of Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
- 2014
Launch of Dubai Hills Estate — the green heart of Dubai.
- 2016
Launch of Dubai Creek Harbour master-planned waterfront city.
- 2022
Launch of The Oasis — Emaar's most exclusive villa community.
- 2025
Grand Polo Club & Resort and The Heights break ground.
Guided by experience, driven by ambition.
Emaar's leadership brings decades of experience across real estate, hospitality, retail, and finance — shaping the group's global vision.
Mohamed Alabbar
Founder of Emaar Properties and one of the region's most influential business leaders.
Board of Directors
A diverse board overseeing strategy, risk, and long-term value creation.
Executive Management
The team behind delivery of Emaar's master-planned communities worldwide.