Fakhruddin Properties, Holcim UAE Ink Sustainable Construction MoU

Dubai, UAE — Fakhruddin Properties and Holcim UAE signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance sustainable construction across the region. The agreement marks Holcim’s first MoU with a Middle East-headquartered developer, according to the companies.​

Yousuf Fakhruddin, CEO and Managing Director of Fakhruddin Properties, said, “This MoU supports the UAE’s national sustainability agenda and aligns with the 2015 Paris Agreement, reinforcing the UAE’s long-held commitment to achieving net-zero CO₂ emissions by 2050. We will work closely with Holcim UAE to reduce both embodied and operational carbon, promote circular economy principles, and scale practical sustainability solutions with full transparency.”​

He added that low-carbon materials supplied by Holcim and other manufacturers will be a staple across our future projects. This partnership demonstrates that effective decarbonization requires joint efforts across developers, sustainable solution providers, as well as government and industry stakeholders, combining innovation with measurable climate action.

Sustainable Construction Focus

Ali Said, CEO of Holcim UAE, added, “Sustainability is not just a goal, it is a shared responsibility that requires collaboration, transparency, and innovation. Through this partnership, we will embed low-carbon, circular, and resilient practices across the built environment.”​

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The collaboration leverages Holcim’s NextGen Growth 2030 strategy for low-carbon solutions and Fakhruddin’s vision for future-ready communities. Fakhruddin pioneered UAE’s first in-building waste management system, diverting 90% of waste from landfills, and integrates smart home and air purification technologies.​

Dubai Market Context

Dubai’s real estate emphasizes sustainable construction amid net-zero 2050 goals, with buildings accounting for 30-40% of urban emissions. In 2025, 35% of new office spaces are LEED-certified, and off-plan sales hit AED 68 billion in Q2, up 28% year-on-year, fueled by foreign investment.

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Indian investors, Dubai’s top buyers with AED 30 billion invested in 2024, favor off-plan sustainable projects for 8-15% ROI, tax-free returns, and golden visas over AED 2 million. CBRE highlights rising green building demand.​

This MoU positions Fakhruddin projects like Maimoon Gardens for premium appeal among Indian investors seeking sustainable assets with strong yields and residency benefits. It aligns with Dubai’s green shift, offering long-term value as regulations mandate efficiency.