A Night of Vision and Victory: Sharjah Chamber Honors Champions Behind ACRES 2025’s Historic Success
Sharjah, UAE – Under glittering lights and a spirit of triumph, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) hosted a dazzling evening of recognition and celebration, honoring the powerhouse sponsors and strategic partners who brought the Sharjah Real Estate Exhibition “ACRES 2025” to life and to unprecedented heights.
Set against the backdrop of the chamber’s grand headquarters, the appreciation ceremony wasn’t just a formal event, it was a statement. A statement that Sharjah is not merely participating in the region’s real estate evolution, it’s leading it.
A Landmark Exhibition That Rewrote the Playbook
Held from January 22 to 25 under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, ACRES 2025 shattered expectations, registering real estate transactions worth over AED 4.3 billion a jaw-dropping 207% increase over 2024.
The event drew over 15,000 visitors and featured a record 110 exhibitors, transforming more than 10,000 square meters of space into a futuristic showcase of investment opportunities, smart city projects, and architectural marvels. From towering mixed-use developments to eco-conscious urban designs, ACRES was a living blueprint of Sharjah’s real estate future.
The Power Behind the Progress
None of this could have been possible without the unwavering support of the exhibition’s sponsors and strategic partners government agencies, private developers, financial institutions, and visionary stakeholders who saw potential, and invested in progress.
In attendance were top dignitaries, including:
- H.E. Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI
- H.E. Abdulaziz Ahmed Al Shamsi, Director-General of SRERD
- H.E. Mohammad Ahmed Amin Al Awadi, Director-General of SCCI
- H.E. Saeed Ghanem Al Suwaidi, Chairman of the ACRES Organizing Committee
- Nawaf Obeid, CEO of ACRES
Their presence underscored the importance of unity, ambition, and above all trust.
Voices of Impact
“ACRES 2025 wasn’t just a trade show. It was a convergence of visionaries, where deals were made, futures were shaped, and a new standard was set for what real estate exhibitions can be,” declared H.E. Abdallah Sultan Al Owais in his keynote address.
He lauded the collaborative spirit that fueled the exhibition’s success, noting that Sharjah’s surging momentum in the real estate sector is not by chance, but the product of deliberate strategy, investor confidence, and deep-rooted cooperation between public and private players.
Moments That Moved the Audience
A riveting documentary film premiered during the event, transporting the audience back to the exhilarating four days of the exhibition. The film captured everything from high-stakes property launches and innovation pavilions, to international delegations exploring Sharjah’s vibrant real estate landscape for the first time.
For many in the room, it was more than nostalgia, it was validation of their efforts, and a glimpse at the legacy they are building.
Beyond Recognition Towards Reinvention
As the night drew to a close, awards were handed out in a show of sincere appreciation and elegant trophies for those who dared to dream bigger, act bolder, and believe in Sharjah’s potential.
But the atmosphere was far from final. It felt like a beginning. A renewed commitment to making ACRES not just the biggest, but the most influential real estate platform in the Middle East.
ACRES 2025 may be in the books, but the story is far from over. With Sharjah rising as a dynamic destination for real estate and innovation, the next chapter is already being written and it promises to be even more extraordinary.
