BEEAH has announced the commencement of early works at Khalid Bin Sultan City, its flagship real estate development in Sharjah, with Building Co. (BEST) L.L.C. appointed to deliver the enabling works package. The milestone moves the project from planning into physical development ahead of the targeted completion of Phase 1 in 2029.
Concept master-planned by Zaha Hadid Architects, Khalid Bin Sultan City is envisioned as a next-generation destination that brings together residential, commercial and lifestyle components within a climate-smart urban framework. These works include excavation and earthworks to level the site in line with approved designs.
To date, approximately 90,000 m³ of excavation and cutting works and 111,000 m³ of filling works have been completed across a land area of around 80,000 m², representing nearly 19% of the total early works area. The contract spans a total approximate area of 420,738.96 m², covering several designated development zones within the wider masterplan, prepared to support subsequent infrastructure and unit-level construction.
Reflecting Khalid Bin Sultan City’s sustainability-led approach to development, BEEAH appointed a specialist ecology consultant to conduct a detailed environmental assessment of the site prior to the commencement of works. The assessment identified several plant species protected under local environmental regulations, with preservation and relocation measures being implemented in coordination with the Environment and Protected Areas Authority to ensure full environmental compliance throughout the early works phase.
Nada Taryam, CEO – Real Estate, commented: “Khalid Bin Sultan City reflects BEEAH’s ambition to shape a new model for urban living, one defined by sustainability, innovation and design excellence. The commencement of early works reflects the continued momentum behind Khalid Bin Sultan City and marks the beginning of on-site progress for one of Sharjah’s ambitious developments. As we prepare the site for future infrastructure and construction phases, we are laying the foundations for a destination that will contribute to Sharjah’s sustainable urban expansion while supporting housing demand, tourism and economic growth across the emirate and the UAE.”
Designed as a climate-smart, people-centred development, Khalid Bin Sultan City combines smart infrastructure, sustainable mobility and pedestrian-friendly public spaces within a connected natural environment. The wider masterplan is designed to promote wellbeing, liveability and community connection through walkable neighbourhoods and integrated lifestyle amenities. Its progress comes amid continued momentum in Sharjah’s real estate sector, which recorded AED 65.6 billion in transactions across 132,659 transactions in 2025.
As BEEAH expands its impact into real estate, Khalid Bin Sultan City is poised to set a new benchmark for sustainable urban living in the region. The project is launching against a backdrop of strong economic expansion in Sharjah, where GDP reached AED 160 billion in 2024, while the emirate recorded 142 FDI projects in 2025 and more than 84,000 economic establishments.
