Dubai to host IPS 2025 expo, elevating global property deals

• IPS 2025 will showcase the latest technologies and smart solutions, reflecting Dubai’s commitment to building sustainable cities.
• Bringing together industry leaders, innovators, developers, investors, and financial institutions, the event serves as a catalyst for real estate growth, facilitating high-value deals, strategic partnerships, and business expansion.
• Event also facilitates the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and insights on smart building technology and sustainable designs.

The Dubai Land Department has officially announced the 21st edition of the International Property Show (IPS) 2025, set to take place from April 14-16, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. As the world’s premier real estate platform, IPS 2025 aims at reaffirming Dubai’s commitment to fostering a dynamic and investor-friendly property market.

Bringing together industry leaders, innovators, developers, investors, and financial institutions, the event serves as a catalyst for real estate growth, facilitating high-value deals, strategic partnerships, and business expansion. With a strong focus on investment opportunities, networking, and market confidence, IPS continues to position Dubai as a global real estate powerhouse.

It also facilitates the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and insights and provides access to the latest trends and innovative technologies in construction, design, and real estate development, such as smart building technology and sustainable design.

The upcoming edition is witnessing a surge in global interest, with increasing demand from real estate entities worldwide. The event aims to attract more than 16,000 visitors, providing an exceptional platform for exhibitors to showcase their projects, engage with industry leaders, and explore investment opportunities on an international scale.

Bringing together participants from across the globe, including the United Arab Emirates, the U.S., Indonesia, Mexico, Poland, Greece, China, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Oman, the exhibition fosters international collaboration and opens new avenues for strategic partnerships. With strong representation from both regional and global markets, the event serves as a key driver for cross-border investments and industry growth.

Over three days, the 21st session of IPS will feature the main real estate exhibition along with a dynamic agenda of annual and newly introduced events. Key highlights include the main conference and a focus on five core pillars: IPS Real Estate, IPS Future Cities, IPS Startups & PropTech, IPS Design, and IPS Services.

H.E. Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalaita, Director General of Dubai Land Department (DLD), emphasized Dubai’s commitment to strengthening its position as a global destination for real estate investment through the hosting of the twenty-first edition of (IPS) 2025 show.

He highlighted that the exhibition serves as a strategic platform, bringing together experts, investors, and companies to explore collaboration opportunities and showcase the latest projects and technologies that are reshaping industry standards. This international event, he noted, underscores Dubai’s ability to attract major events that enhance market momentum and create new avenues for development and growth.

Furthermore, he stated that Dubai achieved exceptional results in the real estate sector in 2024, witnessing record sales growth and the launch of high-quality projects. These achievements, he explained, reflect the confidence of global investors and major companies in Dubai’s market. He attributed this outstanding performance to the vision of the wise leadership, which has positioned the real estate sector as a key driver of economic development. This vision has reinforced Dubai’s status as a premier global destination that fulfills the aspirations of investors and businesses worldwide.

IPS embodies Dubai’s ambitious vision for a brighter and more sustainable future. As a global hub for real estate, Dubai continues to lead the industry through its forward-thinking leadership and commitment to innovation. IPS serves as a premier platform for showcasing the latest advancements in construction technologies and smart solutions, reinforcing sustainability as the cornerstone of future developments.

With Dubai’s real estate sector experiencing rapid growth, IPS plays a crucial role in attracting foreign direct investment by offering an unparalleled investment environment. The emirate’s transparent regulatory framework, flexible policies, and competitive incentives make it a preferred destination for global investors. By fostering international collaboration and highlighting cutting-edge trends, IPS strengthens Dubai’s position as a leader in the real estate industry.

Importance of IPS 2025

IPS offers a global platform to showcase the latest real estate projects and future trends. This must-attend event brings together leading developers, experts, and investors worldwide, featuring diverse real estate opportunities, from luxury residential to commercial and industrial projects.

IPS 2025 adopts a fresh approach focused on smart and sustainable cities, highlighting the latest technologies and eco-friendly real estate projects that use renewable energy. The exhibition offers promising investment opportunities for local and foreign investors, showcasing the latest projects and government incentives supporting real estate investment. It also serves as an ideal platform for networking and connecting with key figures in the real estate sector.

Key Expo Pillars

IPS Real Estate showcases the latest trends across all areas of the real estate sector. IPS Future Cities seeks to reshape sustainable urban cities. IPS Startups & PropTech explore innovations and technological developments in real estate. IPS Design unleashes creativity in architectural aesthetics. IPS Services aim to elevate property management, real estate services and finance.

Activities and Events

IPS Conferences are among the main accompanying activities, bringing together elite real estate experts, senior officials, and representatives from government bodies and international institutions to exchange knowledge, share insights, and explore the latest trends and innovative technologies. IPS 2025 will also feature a dedicated conference for institutional investors, focusing on the latest high-return property investment opportunities and providing a platform to meet key industry players.

Startup Competition

The next generation of technology innovators in real estate take center stage at IPS, presenting their pioneering ideas and projects. They share their visions with industry leaders and investors, seeking recognition and support for their initiatives.

IPS Women

This initiative highlights women’s leadership in real estate, offering investment opportunities, industry connections, and insights tailored for women in the sector.

Country Pavilions

Country Pavilions showcase unique real estate opportunities from around the world in one venue, allowing participants to explore new markets, cultures, and investment prospects.

IPS Investors Zone B2B Hub

Officials, investors, and decision-makers can network to discuss and promote real estate investment opportunities and explore future partnerships.

Last year, Dubai recorded 2.78 million real estate transactions—the highest in its history—including both real estate and rental transactions. This represents a 17 per cent increase compared to 2023. The number of real estate transactions alone reached 226,000, with a total value of AED 761 billion, marking a growth of 36 per cent in volume and 20 per cent in value compared to the previous year.

Dubai’s robust real estate performance underscores its continued appeal as a dynamic and resilient market, reinforcing its status as a leading global hub for property investment.

Amidst the booming real estate market in Dubai, characterized by record transactions and rapid growth, IPS holds great significance, serving as a link between industry professionals, investors, and stakeholders to capitalize on the momentum and explore the latest trends and opportunities shaping the future of real estate.

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