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Entrepreneur
21-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Mohamed Alabbar Announces Launch of Autobiography
Alabbar said he was "grateful to my greatest sources of support and inspiration: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and bin Rashid." You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Emaar founder Mohamed Alabbar has announced that his autobiography "For the Love of the Craft" will be released soon. In a post on social media announcing the book, he said it is "a memoir I've been working on for some time. It's inspired by a simple intention: to share reflections from my life journey with my children and grandchildren – to story of an Emirati Arab man shaped by his roles as a son, husband, father and grandfather, and by his deep pride in being a citizen of the UAE, devoted to his country, its leaders and its people." He added, "My hope s that younger generations will find something in these reflections that prompts thought and inspiration. Life has taught me that success is rooted in hard work, discipline and courage – and embracing every opportunity with one's full effort." Alabbar also said he was "grateful to my greatest sources of support and inspiration: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and bin Rashid." Related: Revealed: First Picture of Cover of Mohamed Alabbar's New Autobiography
Arabian Business
17-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Eagle Hills acquires Mandarin Oriental Munich hotel in major European deal
Abu Dhabi's Eagle Hills has entered into an agreement to acquire the Mandarin Oriental, Munich, a hotel located in the heart of Bavaria's capital. The acquisition aligns with Eagle Hills' vision to curate destinations in the world's cities that are culturally rich and economically vibrant. Eagle Hills expands luxury hotel portfolio This milestone marks the second Mandarin Oriental property in Eagle Hill's growing portfolio, following the development and grand opening of Mandarin Oriental, Muscat in 2024. The Mandarin Oriental, Munich, opened in 2000 and has been recognised as one of the city's top hospitality addresses. The hotel is located near Munich's shopping streets and cultural landmarks and has become a symbol of elegance and design. Under the stewardship of Eagle Hills and under a long-term management agreement with Mandarin Oriental, the property will continue to deliver its hospitality experience to both residents and international guests, preserving its charm while enhancing the service excellence that defines its legacy. The new agreement ensures that the hotel remains operational while introducing elements that reflect both the heritage of the property and Mandarin Oriental's signature style. Mohamed Alabbar, chairman and founder of Eagle Hills, said: 'The acquisition of Mandarin Oriental, Munich reflects Eagle Hills' unwavering commitment to investing in iconic destinations that stand the test of time. This property is more than a hotel — it's a symbol of cultural elegance and world-class hospitality in one of Europe's most vibrant cities. We are proud to continue building a global portfolio that blends exceptional design, heritage, and long-term value.' This reinforces Eagle Hills' growth in key international markets and underlines its ambition to become a major player in the global hospitality and real estate landscape. Abu Dhabi real estate and hospitality company remains committed to shaping landmark projects that blend design with cultural authenticity, creating destinations of lasting impact and enduring value. Laurent Kleitman, Group Chief Executive of Mandarin Oriental, added: 'We are delighted to deepen our valued partnership with Eagle Hills through Mandarin Oriental, Munich – an iconic hotel in one of Germany's most dynamic cities. Together, we share a commitment to delivering exceptional experiences and elevating the standards of luxury hospitality in culturally rich locations around the world.'
Zawya
17-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Eagle Hills enters into agreement to acquire Mandarin Oriental, Munich
United Arab Emirates - Eagle Hills has entered into an agreement to acquire the prestigious Mandarin Oriental, Munich, a premier luxury hotel located in the heart of Bavaria's capital. This acquisition aligns with Eagle Hills' vision to curate iconic destinations in the world's most culturally rich and economically vibrant cities. This milestone marks the second Mandarin Oriental property in Eagle Hill's growing portfolio, following the development and grand opening of Mandarin Oriental, Muscat in 2024. Opened in 2000, Mandarin Oriental, Munich has long been recognized as one of the city's most exclusive hospitality addresses. Strategically located near Munich's renowned shopping streets and cultural landmarks, the Mandarin Oriental, Munich has become a symbol of refined elegance and timeless design. Now under the stewardship of Eagle Hills and under a long-term management agreement with Mandarin Oriental, the property will continue to deliver its renowned luxury experience to both residents and international guests, preserving its iconic charm while enhancing the service excellence that defines its legacy. The new agreement ensures that the hotel remains operational while seamlessly introducing refined elements that reflect both the heritage of the property and Mandarin Oriental's signature style. Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman and founder of Eagle Hills, said: ' The acquisition of Mandarin Oriental, Munich reflects Eagle Hills' unwavering commitment to investing in iconic destinations that stand the test of time. This property is more than a hotel — it's a symbol of cultural elegance and world-class hospitality in one of Europe's most vibrant cities. We are proud to continue building a global portfolio that blends exceptional design, heritage, and long-term value' Laurent Kleitman, Group Chief Executive of Mandarin Oriental, adds: 'We are delighted to deepen our valued partnership with Eagle Hills through Mandarin Oriental, Munich - an iconic hotel in one of Germany's most dynamic cities. Together, we share a commitment to delivering exceptional experiences and elevating the standards of luxury hospitality in culturally rich locations around the world.' This reinforces Eagle Hills' strategic growth in key international markets and underlines its ambition to become a major player in the global hospitality and real estate landscape. Eagle Hills remains committed to shaping landmark projects that blend exceptional design with cultural authenticity, creating destinations of lasting impact and enduring value.
Entrepreneur
10-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Revealed: First Picture of Cover of Mohamed Alabbar's New Autobiography
You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. It has been five years in the making – but the wait is nearly over for the release of Mohamed Alabbar's long awaited autobiography. Called "For the love of the craft", sources say the book will be released in August – as seen in the leaked pictures of the cover. It is understood to be several hundred pages long, and covers every detail of the Emaar founder's life story. "He shares everything – the early days growing up in Dubai, family, the launch of Emaar, Noon, the building of the Burj Khalifa. But most of all, it is also very much a book of advice – how to build and run an empire," says a source close to Alabbar. The cover suggests the first run of the book will be in English, and available across the Arab world, Europe, Asia and USA – with an Arabic version also believed to be in the works. Alabbar is now a global entrepreneur with interests in real estate, retail, hospitality, e-commerce, technology, logistics, F&B, and venture capital. A graduate in Finance and Business Administration from Seattle University in the United States, Alabbar also holds an Honorary Doctorate from Seattle University, an Honorary Doctorate from London School of Economics, and a Political Science Honorary Doctorate from Sun Moon University in South Korea. The book, written in the first person, is understood to delve into all aspects of his life. "Every high and every low is in there, no stone has been left unturned," says a source.
The National
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Timeframe: When a 155 million-year-old dinosaur first roamed Dubai Mall
This weekend, film fans in the UAE will be heading to the cinema to watch the latest Jurassic World film, but those who want to get a closer look at a real dinosaur can do so in one of Dubai's biggest tourist attractions. On March 10, 2014, Dubai Mall might have felt more like Jurassic Park after a massive dinosaur skeleton was unveiled to the public at the mall's Grand Atrium, and it quickly became a popular attraction, garnering attention from residents and tourists alike. The 24.4 metres long and 7.6 metre-tall fossil from the late Jurassic Period was 90 per cent original. Skeleton displays of the dinosaur species, known to scientists as Diplodocus longus, usually only feature 30 per cent of original bones. The dinosaur remains were unveiled by Mohamed Alabbar, founding member and chairman of the mall's owner, Emaar. The remains of the creature, distinguished by its long tail, slender neck and very small head, were unearthed in 2008 at the Dana Quarry in central Wyoming, US. The specimen is of an adult female and was discovered in a resting position. Before arriving to Dubai, it was previously exhibited at the Houston Museum of Natural Science and acquired for Dubai Mall through Khalid Seddiq, founder of the Etihad Modern Art Gallery in Abu Dhabi. After the unveiling, a competition was announced to give the Dubai Mall dinosaur a name, with the winner getting a chance to travel to Jurassic Park at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. In June that year, Johara Al Bayedh, a bank manager from Saudi Arabia, was announced the winner for her suggestion, DubaiDino. 'I'm a big fan of dinosaurs and I had submitted three names,' Al Bayedh told The National after her win. 'I was so excited about this that I entered instantly, and knew I had to be one of the first ones. It's just amazing to have a giant dinosaur fossil in Dubai. It is not just educational, but will make people imagine how planet Earth used to function, and how the world was back then.' In August 2019, Emirates Auction announced that it would hold an auction to find DubaiDino a new home, seeking lovers of rare collectibles as potential new owners. The online auction began with a starting value of Dh14.6 million. Despite the auction, DubaiDino is still a resident of Dubai Mall. The fossil has since been moved from the Grand Atrium to a new location. It can now be found near the mall's ice rink.
