Doha, Qatar May 21 2012: United Development Company (UDC), one of Qatars leading shareholding companies, is proud to be a Silver Sponsor of CityScape Qatar 2012.

The leading conference and exhibition for real estate experts in Qatar will be held from May 23 to 25 at the Doha Exhibition Centre and will focus on the countrys vibrant residential, commercial, retail, and hospitality developments.

CityScape 2012 will also see an awards night, where UDC is shortlisted in three categories, and a summit focusing on Qatars real estate industry and opportunities. Award categories in which UDCs The Pearl-Qatar is shortlisted include: Best Mixed Used Project, Best Sustainable Development and Best Residential Project.

With more than US$100 billion in development already underway in Qatar, the event is backed by industry leaders and will support this continued real estate growth by providing a platform that will highlight high growth investment opportunities, showcase innovative products and underline sustainability in the sector.

By participating in the exhibition, UDC aims also to launch 4 Porto Arabia for sale.  Sales Associates from The Pearl-Qatar will be available throughout the duration of the exhibition to give details about this Tower and to discuss other investment opportunities available there.

As master developer of The Pearl-Qatar, United Development Company is a regular supporter of international real estate exhibitions, and with more than 2000 experts including developers, architects and consultants taking part in this years CityScape, UDC is once again proud to play a part in making this happen.

Extending over an approximate area of 4 million square meters, The Pearl-Qatar is a first-class real estate development development in the Arabian Gulf as well as one of the Middle Easts most fashionable and sophisticated locations for investors, retailers and visitors.

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About United Development Company (UDC)
Founded in 1999, United Development Company (UDC) has been listed on the Qatar Exchange since June 2003 and is one of Qatars leading private sector shareholding companies.

The United Development Company was established with the vision to identify and invest in long-term projects contributing to Qatars growth and providing lasting shareholder value.

UDCs target areas of interest include: infrastructure and utilities, energy-intensive industries, hydrocarbon downstream manufacturing, real estate, urban development, maritime and environment-related businesses, hospitality, retail and fashion, information technology, media and communications, insurance and other services. 

UDC has shown an ability to attract and partner with the highest quality of international talent, bringing outside expertise to bear on significant developments in Qatar and beyond. It has also demonstrated a successful model for synergistic growth, creating and operating a diverse portfolio of substantial businesses that leverage off one another and generate additional revenue streams in new markets.

UDCs founders and current Board Members are among Qatars most successful investors and developers. Thousands of Qatari shareholders hold 75 percent of the total shares and the remaining 25 percent are held by other GCC and international investors.

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Press Release 2012