{"id":8041,"date":"2025-07-04T09:47:18","date_gmt":"2025-07-04T04:17:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertystellar.com\/blog\/?p=8041"},"modified":"2025-07-04T09:47:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T04:17:19","slug":"aldar-acquires-almarkaz-logistics-assets-for-144-3m-expands-uae-industrial-portfolio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertystellar.com\/blog\/aldar-acquires-almarkaz-logistics-assets-for-144-3m-expands-uae-industrial-portfolio\/","title":{"rendered":"Aldar Acquires AlMarkaz Logistics Assets in $144.3 Million"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In a major boost to the UAE&#8217;s logistics and industrial real estate landscape, Aldar has acquired high-quality warehousing and light industrial assets in Abu Dhabi&#8217;s Al Dhafra region for AED 530 million (US$144.3 million) from Waha Capital.<\/p>\n<p>This strategic move adds 182,500 sqm of net leasable area (NLA) to Aldar Investment\u2019s rapidly growing logistics portfolio, strengthening its presence in the thriving AlMarkaz Industrial Park.<\/p>\n<h3> Key Highlights of the Acquisition<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Transaction Value:<\/strong> AED 530 million (US$144.3 million)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> AlMarkaz Industrial Park, Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi<\/li>\n<li><strong>Net Leasable Area Added:<\/strong> 182,500 sqm<\/li>\n<li><strong>AlMarkaz Size:<\/strong> 6 million sqm, developed by Waha Land (subsidiary of Waha Capital)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Status:<\/strong> Special Economic Zone with high-quality infrastructure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3> Why This Matters<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Near Full Occupancy:<\/strong> The acquired assets have a strong tenant mix, including international, regional, and government-related entities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexibility &#038; Modularity:<\/strong> Buildings offer a range of unit sizes and heights, allowing tailored solutions for tenants.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strategic Location:<\/strong> Positioned to benefit from booming e-commerce, intra-regional trade, and population growth in the UAE.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diversified Growth:<\/strong> Expands Aldar\u2019s reach across Abu Dhabi and Dubai, including existing assets in:\n<ul>\n<li>Abu Dhabi Business Hub<\/li>\n<li>7 Central, Dubai Investments Park<\/li>\n<li>Upcoming sites in Dubai South and National Industries Park, Jebel Ali<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>CEO Insight: Vision for the Future<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cThe acquisition of assets at AlMarkaz is another step in Aldar\u2019s ongoing expansion within the UAE\u2019s logistics sector, aligning with our strategy to scale and diversify our recurring income streams,\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Jassem Salah Busaibe, CEO, Aldar Investment<\/p>\n<h3> A Milestone for Waha Capital<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Over a Decade of Investment:<\/strong> Waha transformed a government-granted greenfield site into a thriving logistics hub.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Platform Legacy:<\/strong> AlMarkaz is now a high-quality, income-generating industrial platform in the UAE.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cThis transaction is a testament to the strength and scalability of the platform we have built,\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Mohamed Hussain Al Nowais, Managing Director, Waha Capital<\/p>\n<h3> What\u2019s Next?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Aldar is actively developing logistics parks in Dubai South.<\/li>\n<li>A major 146,000 sqm logistics park is also in progress through a partnership with DP World at National Industries Park, Jebel Ali.<\/li>\n<li>With this acquisition, Aldar\u2019s total net leasable area crosses 600,000 sqm, including operational assets and those under development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This deal marks a pivotal moment in Aldar\u2019s journey to become a dominant player in the UAE\u2019s logistics real estate sector, while also reflecting Abu Dhabi\u2019s broader ambition to diversify its economy through world-class infrastructure and industrial growth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a major boost to the UAE&#8217;s logistics and industrial real estate landscape, Aldar has acquired high-quality warehousing and light industrial assets in Abu Dhabi&#8217;s Al Dhafra region for AED 530 million (US$144.3 million) from Waha Capital. 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