Mohamed Alabbar, Founder of Emaar and Noon, and Chairman of Eagle Hills, revealed that the tender for the long-anticipated Dubai Creek Tower will be awarded within the next three months.

Speaking during a panel discussion at the Dubai International Project Management Forum, Alabbar emphasized that the global competition in architecture is no longer just about building the tallest towers. Today, it’s about creating designs that offer aesthetic value and reflect the ambition and forward-looking vision of cities like Dubai.

Alabbar described Dubai Creek Harbour as one of the most ambitious future developments in the emirate, with an area twice the size of Downtown Dubai, where the Burj Khalifa currently stands. While the upcoming mall within the project will be smaller in size compared to The Dubai Mall, it will feature a completely innovative design to deliver a fresh and distinctive experience for visitors.

He also highlighted the UAE’s strong position to benefit significantly from artificial intelligence (AI) in the coming years, noting that technological transformation will bring profound changes to many industries—especially in real estate development.

Alabbar underscored that human creativity and ambition remain essential. “Technology doesn’t eliminate human roles,” he said. “It redefines them and strengthens the connection between innovation and added value.”

He further stressed the importance of balanced urban planning, urging real estate developers to respect the communities they build in. He believes that projects should serve people and elevate the urban environment, rather than being solely profit-driven.

“Developers have a social responsibility just as important as their commercial one,” Alabbar added. “It’s about positively contributing to society and enhancing urban life—not just generating financial returns.”

With the Dubai Creek Tower project finally approaching a major milestone, expectations are high for a development that not only reshapes the skyline but also reinforces Dubai’s global leadership in architecture, innovation, and sustainable urban living.