More than 4,000 property buyers, investors, real estate brokers, developers, asset managers and trade visitors are expected to participate at the International Real Estate and Investment Show (IREIS) 2026 in Abu Dhabi next week.
The event will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from November 10 to 12, 2026, bringing together industry stakeholders to one of the UAE’s most prominent dedicated real estate sales exhibitions.
IREIS 2026 takes place in Abu Dhabi as the emirate solidifies its position as an economic powerhouse in the Middle East with massive investment in infrastructure, energy, power, housing ports, airports, aviation, shipping and logistics, overseen by its visionary leadership.
The total value of active development projects in Abu Dhabi has surpassed US$758.79 billion (Dh2.78 trillion) across various stages of planning, development, and construction, according to BNC Networks, a construction intelligence provider.
These include urban construction projects worth $221.56 billion, Oil and Gas projects with a combined investment worth $595.67 billion, Transport projects worth $238.01 billion, Industrial projects worth US151.36 billion and Utilities projects worth US$130.29 billion, according to BNC Networks which tracks 2,168 projects in Abu Dhabi with a combined value of $475.41 billion.
Abu Dhabi’s major sovereign wealth funds (SWFs) and state-backed investment vehicles hold an estimated $1.7 trillion in aggregate assets in 2026, solidifying the emirate's status as a leading global center of sovereign capital. The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) aims to attract Dh235 billion into innovation-led sectors to contribute over Dh284 billion to GDP by 2045.
The total value of ongoing infrastructure and development projects managed by the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) exceeds Dh200 billion ($54.5 billion) across 600 active projects. These projects, along with the multi-billion dollar mega projects announced by developers in recent months, will create massive opportunities for buyers and investors as well as contractors and suppliers, change the economic landscape of Abu Dhabi – the economic powerhouse of the Middle East.
The emirate of Abu Dhabi recorded Dh95.8 billion through 21,416 registered home sales during the first 9 months (January to September) of 2026. Total real estate transaction value for the first nine months of 2026 reached Dh175.7 billion, according to Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC).
Residential supply in Abu Dhabi reaches approximately 409,000 units, with 71,000 additional units projected by 2030 and deliveries peaking in 2028, according to ADREC. Around 7,562 to 8,000 residential units are scheduled for completion across 2026, with activity heavily back-loaded toward the second half of the year. As many as 233,000 active residential lease contracts were recorded across the emirate, with lease values reaching Dh9.3 billion in the first half of 2026.
Approved by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), IREIS has established itself as a dedicated platform for real estate sales, investment and direct engagement between developers and buyers. The three-day exhibition will showcase residential, commercial and mixed-use investment opportunities from Abu Dhabi and across the wider UAE.
As the UAE’s real estate market continues its growth trajectory, IREIS 2026 will provide investors with access to opportunities across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and other emerging markets. The exhibition reflects the growing diversification of property investment among UAE-based investors, while providing developers from across the Emirates with direct access to one of the region’s most active investor communities.
Leading property developers and other stakeholders are joining IREIS 2026, as investor confidence strengthens in UAE’s real estate. Abu Dhabi Global Markets (ADGM) joins IREIS as its Official Knowledge Partner while Samana Developers, Aqaar and Al Rasikhoon Real Estate partners with IREIS as Gold Sponsor, De Sousa Holdings as Platinum Sponsor in addition to Silver Sponsors, Ellington Properties, Dugasta Properties, Zimaya Properties and Capstone Real Estate and Vertix Holding reaffirming commitment as Strategic Partner of IREIS 2026.
IREIS Conferences
IREIS 2026 is going to host a series of interesting conversation under its busy conference agenda, supported by Conference Partner Knight Frank and Jones LangLaSalle (JLL), which will focus on Proptech, Artificial Intelligence and innovation in real estate and construction.
Citizenship Expo Pavilion
IREIS 2026 will also host Citizenship Expo Pavilion that will highlight immigration, permanent residency and citizenship by investment among various Caribbean and European countries. The exhibition is being organised with the aim of facilitating the dual citizenship process for numerous high-net-worth individuals from around the globe. This event offers opportunities to explore various options provided by different countries. - TradeArabia News Service
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