Barwa Real Estate Group has developed a comprehensive strategic plan for 2026, structured around three fundamental pillars, outlining next phase of growth.
"The plan seeks to secure sustainable returns, optimise shareholder value, and support the group’s contribution to the development of Qatar’s real estate sector," Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah, Barwa chairman, said in the board report, tabled before shareholders annual general assembly meeting, which approved 18% cash dividend.
Under its Pillar One – Revenue Growth and Maximisation of Investment Returns - the group is committed to achieving sustainable revenue and return growth through a strategic blend of operational project development and the augmentation of income-generating assets.
Over the short to medium term, Barwa’s focus will be on increasing occupancy rates in newly developed projects, including “Madinatna,” “Argentine District,” and the third phase of “Mawater City”; maintaining and further enhancing high occupancy levels across existing assets; and optimising the utilisation of low-yield or underperforming assets.
Barwa’s long-term growth plans are guided by its alignment with national initiatives aimed at realising the objectives of the Qatar National Vision 2030, which acts as a major catalyst for the economy and the real estate sector.
As part of 2026 agenda, the group will explore expansion opportunities within the educational realty sector; complete development works for the “Madinatna School” project and the first and second phases of the “Barwa Hills” project.
It would also advance the preparation of master plans and feasibility studies for future projects, including Phase Four of the “Mawater City” project; upcoming phases of the “Barwa Hills” project in Lusail City; and development studies for several plots of land owned by the group.
It seeks to maximise the benefits of regulations permitting property ownership by non-Qataris, with the group having already launched two phases of the “Barwa Hills” project in preparation for future phases, alongside the launch of the “Barwa Royal” project.
The plan also aims to strengthen partnerships with the public sector through active participation in public-private partnership (PPP) tenders, supporting national development programmes, particularly those related to the development of land for Qatari citizens’ housing.
Barwa is also exploring new investment solutions for managing financial assets, thereby enhancing returns and improving the group’s investment structure.
The second pillar involves pursuing initiatives to enhance the efficiency of operational, administrative, and financial processes, maximising resource utilisation while upholding service excellence and ensuring continued progress on development projects.
The purposes of these initiatives include enhancing cost efficiency; increasing net financial returns; improving operational efficiency; and ensuring long-term profitability sustainability.
Under Pillar Three – Brand Strengthening and Institutional Development - Barwa seeks to strengthen its market position through delivering real estate solutions in accordance with global standards; maintaining competitive pricing that caters to diverse client segments; and adopting innovative operational models that reflect the group’s commitment to continuous development.
