Abbas Sajwani Unveils AED 25bn Sheikh Zayed Scheme as Dubai Real Estate Portfolio Targets AED 50bn by 2026
Abbas Sajwani unveils AED 25bn Sheikh Zayed project and aims to grow AHS portfolio to AED 50bn by end of 2026 as Dubai real estate sees robust luxury demand.
Dubai real estate entered the week with fresh momentum after Abbas Sajwani, founder of AHS Real Estate, confirmed plans for a major mixed use scheme on Sheikh Zayed Road and set an ambitious portfolio target. Sajwani told reporters that the company will deliver two projects during 2026 while exploring long term options for its recent acquisition of Shangri La Dubai. The remarks underline continued investor appetite and renewed capital deployment across prime locations in the city.
AHS announces AED 25 billion Sheikh Zayed development
AHS disclosed plans for a flagship development on Sheikh Zayed Road with an estimated investment of AED 25 billion that will include mixed use components and high end residential offerings. Sajwani said final design details remain under review but the project will be positioned as an integrated destination that responds to demand from global investors. The scheme is intended to enhance the company portfolio and complement existing prime assets in Dubai.
Luxury segment posts strong first half of 2026
The luxury segment in Dubai showed exceptional performance in the first half of 2026 according to Sajwani, driven by selective, high net worth buyers seeking differentiated assets. He highlighted an example where a waterfront apartment in Casa AHS on Dubai Canal exchanged hands for more than AED 100 million, signaling continued willingness to pay premiums for location and quality. This trend, he added, reflects a maturing buyer base that prioritises long term value and experience.
Shangri La Dubai acquisition under strategic evaluation
AHS completed the purchase of Shangri La Dubai for AED 1.1 billion and is now conducting strategic studies to determine the best long term use of the asset. Sajwani said the acquisition underscores confidence in Dubai real estate and will be integrated into a broader vision for premium hospitality and mixed use development. Any concrete plans will be announced after the company finalises its assessments and regulatory approvals.
Commercial growth and pre sales success boost confidence
AHS has expanded into commercial real estate and attributed the sell out of all units in its Big Ben tower to a combination of location and repositioning as a commercial-grade asset. Sajwani emphasised that investor decisions, not rhetoric, remain the clearest measure of market confidence, pointing to the rapid uptake for the project on Sheikh Zayed Road. He sees rising demand for high quality commercial assets as corporations and global firms seek premium office, retail and mixed use spaces in Dubai.
Portfolio ambition set at AED 50 billion by end of 2026
The developer aims to grow its Dubai real estate portfolio to approximately AED 50 billion by the end of 2026 through new projects, redevelopments and targeted acquisitions. Sajwani said the company expects to hand over two projects within the year and will continue to pursue strategic assets that offer long term value. He stressed that quality of location and asset fundamentals remain paramount, even as the company pursues scale.
Investor base and geographic focus remain centred on Dubai and the UAE
Sajwani noted that European investors currently make up a significant share of AHS clientele, underscoring Dubai’s international appeal for wealth preservation and lifestyle investment. He also said the company’s expansion focus is concentrated on Dubai and the wider United Arab Emirates to capitalise on local infrastructure and regulatory support. While AHS evaluates opportunities selectively overseas, the immediate pipeline will be driven by projects within the Emirates.
Dubai’s macro backdrop and demographic growth were cited as key reasons the market is not yet saturated, according to Sajwani. He pointed to ongoing population increases, rising business activity and new infrastructure projects that continue to create fresh pockets of opportunity. Regulatory clarity and tax competitiveness also factor into the city’s attraction for long term capital.
Sajwani offered targeted advice for new entrants to the market, urging careful due diligence on location, developer track record and product positioning. He argued that successful real estate investment requires more than timing the market; it demands selecting assets that deliver lifestyle appeal and enduring value. The emphasis on service, experience and unique product features reflects the evolving priorities of modern buyers.
Abbas Sajwani also reflected on his own rise, recalling how he joined the global billionaires list at age 26 and framing that milestone as evidence of what a new generation of entrepreneurs can achieve. He said that personal success has reinforced a company philosophy of long term thinking and delivering projects that shape Dubai’s identity. The founder reiterated that AHS intends to leave a lasting imprint on the city through a portfolio of emblematic developments.
Looking ahead, AHS plans to announce further strategic moves and potential acquisitions as studies conclude and market conditions permit, with Sajwani signalling readiness to capitalise on selective opportunities. The combination of high end residential momentum, targeted commercial growth and a landmark Sheikh Zayed Road investment positions the company to play a notable role in the near term evolution of Dubai real estate.
