Dubai Land Department sweeps Real Estate Asia Awards with triple win

Majid AlMarri was honoured as CEO of the Year.

Majid AlMarri, CEO of the Real Estate Registration Sector at the Dubai Land Department (DLD), has been recognised as the CEO of the Year at the Real Estate Asia Awards 2024 in acknowledgement of his role in pioneering substantial innovations and improvements in Dubai’s real estate sector and enhancing its global market presence.

Under AlMarri's guidance, DLD launched Dubai REST, a cutting-edge digital platform for real estate transactions that has reduced the need for physical paperwork and direct interactions for all stakeholders, including landlords, investors, and tenants. The platform, which received the Digital Initiative of the Year - UAE award, facilitates services across various sectors, boosting operational efficiency and user convenience. This aligns with Dubai's strategy towards a paperless society and contributes to the Smart Cities initiative by limiting environmental impacts and improving community satisfaction.

AlMarri's focus on service excellence also led to DLD winning the Customer Service Innovation of the Year - UAE award for its Building Classification Survey (BCS). This initiative sets a new industry benchmark by categorising buildings based on their facilities and adherence to green building standards, playing a significant role in lowering emissions and bettering the transparency of valuations and rental agreements.

Dubai REST's success is supported by strategic collaborations with key partners such as DEWA, Etisalat by e&, Dubai Courts, and others, that secure and streamline real estate transactions. These partnerships are crucial for boosting operations and supporting Dubai's economic development.

AlMarri’s contributions have advanced administrative and customer service practices within the sector and also influenced global parameters. His methods have improved Dubai's ranking in various global indices for registration performance and positioned the UAE in the green zone of the Real Estate Bubble Index.

Thanks to these achievements, AlMarri and the Dubai Land Department are on track to transform Dubai into the leading global property market by 2028. His stewardship focuses on technological and service advancements, as well as sustainable growth, raising Dubai's reputation as a top destination for living and investment.

The Real Estate Asia Awards 2024 has recognised the innovative strides made by the Dubai Land Department and further solidified Majid AlMarri's status as a visionary leader capable of driving the sector towards a future of innovation, proficiency, and greater customer satisfaction.

The Real Estate Asia Awards is presented by Real Estate Asia Magazine. To view the full list of winners, click here. If you want to join the 2025 awards programme and be acclaimed for your company's exceptional projects or initiatives in the Real Estate industry, please contact Julie Anne Nuñez at [email protected].