Nakheel is a Dubai-based real estate developer, founded in 2003 as part of Dubai World, and now integrated into Dubai Holding since early 2024 . It stands as one of the world’s largest developers, overseeing projects valued at over $110 billion and extending across residential, retail, hospitality, leisure, and entertainment sectors . Nakheel has famously reclaimed more than 300 km of Dubai coastline through iconic developments like Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali, and Dubai Islands, significantly reshaping the city’s urban fabric.

Drifting beyond mere size, Nakheel’s hallmark lies in its bold vision—turning sea into seafront living, resort, and leisure spaces underpinned by master community design. The group runs six million square feet of retail via Nakheel Malls, a portfolio of nearly 17,000 leased homes, hospitality venues, marinas offering hundreds of berths, and meticulously managed waterfront communities.
Nakheel is also recognized for operational excellence. In 2023, Nakheel Community Management received the gold award for Business Transformation at the International Business Excellence Awards .
Governance has been steered by notable leaders, including Chairman HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum and former chairman Ali Rashid Lootah, a civil engineer who reset project momentum post-2009 crisis.

Strategically, Nakheel aligns with Dubai’s vision to diversify the economy and draw global investment, often delivering award-winning, large-scale, sustainable community environments. Its edge lies in pioneering imaginative land reclamation and integrated precinct management—offering not just space, but holistic waterfront living. While anchored in Dubai, its reach and reputation resonate across international investment and design circles.