Abu Dhabi property show to feature daily seminars

An upcoming property show in Abu Dhabi is to feature daily seminars covering aspects of the real estate sector, it has emerged.

The talks will address the latest developments in the United Arab Emirates property sector, as well as issues that have arisen following the global economic turndown, organisers of the International Real Estate and Investment Show 2009 revealed.

Antoine George, executive director of Dome, which is overseeing the three-day event, said the seminars will be held by experts and chief executives of major property developers.

"This will allow all participants to get acquainted with the latest developments in this vital sector amidst the current global financial crisis," he explained.

The issue of property sustainability may also be discussed at the event, after a survey by developer Nakheel found that the environmentally-friendly credentials of a property are now more important than its location.

According to the study, 47 per cent of those surveyed believe this to be the most important factor when making a purchase in the region.