Aldar and the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) have launched a strategic public-private partnership to reshape Abu Dhabi’s urban landscape. This collaboration activates over 20 million square meters of land across five strategic locations, establishing a new global benchmark for purposeful, inclusive, and large-scale development.
Key Strategic Objectives
- Integrated Urban Living: Development of walkable, mixed-use communities featuring residential, retail, and educational hubs integrated with green public spaces.
- Housing Accessibility: A significant expansion of the Value Housing Programme, enhancing access to high-quality, affordable rental and sale options.
- Infrastructure Synergy: Leveraging DMT’s land stewardship and Aldar’s master-developer expertise to drive long-term economic growth.
- Island Activation: The first-time development of Al Mihsinah Island into a premier waterfront residential and wellness destination.
The partnership was inaugurated during the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) 2026 in the presence of His Excellency Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, His Excellency Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport – Abu Dhabi, and His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Aldar. The agreement was signed by His Excellency Abdulla Mohamed Al Blooshi, Director General of the Urban Planning and Permits Centre at the Department of Municipalities and Transport, and Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Aldar.
Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Aldar, said: “This strategic partnership marks an important step in shaping Abu Dhabi’s next phase of urban growth. As the emirate continues to attract residents, businesses, and investment, there is a growing need for thoughtfully planned destinations that expand housing choice across multiple market segments while enhancing quality of life. Through this collaboration with DMT, we will shape communities that will meet evolving market needs and support the emirate’s long-term development ambitions. The scale and breadth of these projects reflect Aldar’s strong conviction in the long-term fundamentals of Abu Dhabi’s real estate market and our continued confidence in the emirate’s economic growth trajectory.”
His Excellency Abdulla Mohamed Al Blooshi, Director General of the Urban Planning and Permits Centre at the Department of Municipalities and Transport said: This partnership with Aldar represents a new model for Abu Dhabi’s urban development, one that brings together strategic master planning, private-sector execution capability, and government oversight to deliver transformational growth. By collaborating with a trusted partner like Aldar, DMT can accelerate the delivery of the housing and mixed-use communities Abu Dhabi needs, while maintaining the highest standards of planning, sustainability, and quality of life.”
Transforming the Urban Landscape
The partnership focuses on Muwaylih, Mussafah, Al Zahiya, and Al Faya, alongside previously committed projects in Mohamed Bin Zayed City and Baniyas. By delivering approximately 9,000 residential units to the rental market, the initiative directly addresses evolving demographic needs while ensuring seamless connectivity to Abu Dhabi’s transport networks.
This agreement transcends traditional real estate development; it is a direct execution of Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision for sustainability and liveability. By merging public-sector oversight with private-sector agility, Aldar and DMT are setting a replicable model for future-proofed, community-centric urban growth.
More from the world of Aldar, DMT and Real Estate: Dubai South And Aldar Alliance To Develop Kuehne+Nagel’s BTS Facility
Aldar inks agreement with Siemens
Dubai South And Aldar Properties Alliance To Develop Grade A Logistics Facility
Aldar Properties, Mubadala to jointly develop commercial tower
BlackBrick Property launches Complimentary Real Estate Advisory service
Emtelaak promotes Egypt’s digital real estate investment at MIPIM 2026
