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IREX 2026 – Second Edition
Following the outstanding success of IREX 2025 at the Sheraton Damascus Hotel, IREX 2026 returns in its second edition with a stronger international presence and a larger scale, reinforcing its position as the leading real estate, engineering, and construction forum & exhibition in Syria and the Middle East region.
Taking place at Damascus Fairgrounds, IREX 2026 reflects the rapid growth of the real estate, engineering, and construction sectors, bringing together investors, developers, engineering and design firms, construction leaders, and advanced building technology providers in a high-impact platform for business, investment, and strategic partnerships.
The Syrian Real Estate Market
The Syrian real estate and construction market is entering a promising transformation phase, with a significantly high increase in demand a shortage of properties, creating investment opportunities at low costs and high growth potential in the future. The Syrian government seeks to attract investments to address housing needs for over 3 million displaced people in the coming years. According to the World Bank, reconstruction costs are estimated at 75 billion USD for residential buildings and $59 billion USD for non-residential buildings.
Why Participate in IREX 2026?
- Showcase your project and attract real clients and partners, whether it’s in the planning, execution, or sales phase.
- Discover investment opportunities through business meetings where real market opportunities are discussed.
- Showcase your brand and reinforce your company’s position as an industry leader
- Expand your network with professionals and decision-makers in the public and private sectors, as well as local and regional companies and investors.
IREX 26 specializations
The IREX International Forum and Exhibition for Real Estate Development, Engineering and Construction covers a wide range of sectors and companies that form the integrated structure of the construction and development sector in Syria and the surrounding region, including:
Real Estate Development & Major Projects
• Residential and Commercial Projects.
• Shopping Malls and Commercial Center Projects.
• Entertainment and Sports Complex Projects.
Engineering & Design
• Architectural Design and Engineering Consultancy Firms.
• Civil, Structural, and Soil Treatment Engineering Firms.
• MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) Systems.
• Landscape and Public Space Design.
• Sustainable Architecture and Green Buildings
Contracting & Construction
• General Contracting and Specialized Construction Companies.
• Finishing and Interior Works Construction Companies.
• Infrastructure and Urban Transportation Implementation.
Finance, Investment, & Marketing
• Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).
• Banks and Real Estate Finance Companies.
• Legal and Real Estate Consulting Services.
• Asset Management and Real Estate Valuation.
• Insurance Companies
• Media and Marketing Companies..
• Companies Offering Citizenship and Residency Services.
Sustainability & Energy
• Energy Efficiency Solutions in Buildings.
• Solar Energy Systems and Eco-friendly Buildings
• Water and Waste Management in Real Estate Projects.
• Sustainable Building Materials and Environmental Innovations.
Facilities Management & Real Estate Technology (PropTech)
• Digital Platforms for Marketing and Real Estate Management.
• Real Estate Brokerage Companies.
• Digital Solutions for Facilities Management and Monitoring.
HEH Specialized Sector
IREX 2026 is hosting, for the first time in Syria and the region, a professional demonstration that brings together expert consultants and major companies specialized in the design and construction of:
- Hotels, Restaurants, and Entertainment Facilities.
- Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities.
- Educational Institutions.
IREX 25 – The Premier Real Estate Event
The first edition of the International IREX Forum was held under the patronage of the Ministry of Public Works and Housing, in strategic partnership with the Arab Union for Real Estate Development and the Syrian Engineers Syndicate.
Over the course of two days and 10 panel discussions, IREX 2025 brought together a distinguished group of local and international experts, with the participation of more than 1,200 decision-makers and industry professionals in real estate, finance, and marketing, representing 14 nationalities and 230 local, Arab, and international organizations and companies, IREX 2025 successfully highlighted the most prominent development projects in the region, and presented innovative solutions to address the challenges the construction industry is facing.
IREX Awards
The IREX Excellence Awards recognize pioneers, companies, projects, and professionals who have made a tangible impact in the real estate development, engineering, and construction sectors.
The awards highlight innovation, success stories, and commitment to quality, while promoting the best practices that drive the industry toward a more sustainable and competitive future.
Contracting Category
Mr. Nazo Yakoubian
General Manager of "Bozant Yakoubian" Group, in recognition of its pioneering role in the contracting sector for over 103 years.
Engineering Consultancy Firms Category
Eng. Luna Rajab
Partner and CEO of "Architects & Consulting Engineers (ACE)", in recognition of the firm’s distinguished legacy established 56 years ago by Eng. Ahmad Louay Rajab.
Architectural Systems Development Category
Mr. Mohammad Daaboul
Owner and CEO of "Madar Aluminum Group", in recognition of his leadership and creative contributions spanning more than half a century in the field.
Legal and Financial Services Category
Dr. Firas Mamoun Sannoufi
Chairman of the Board of the "Damascus Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration", and Owner & General Manager of "Maamoun Sanoufi International Law & Legal Consultancy Group", in recognition of nearly 59 years of distinguished professional excellence.
Real Estate Investment and Development Category
Mr. Majd Sharbaji
General Manager of "Glory International Company", among the first Syrian real estate investors to return and invest in their homeland.
