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The 2nd International Conference & Exhibition for Real Estate Development, Engineering & Construction
6,7,8 August 2026
Damascus Fairground, Syria
International Conference Area:
Exhibition topics
• Urban planning and definition of real estate development areas in Syria.
• The future of real estate development in Syria and the challenges of sustainability and preserving the national architectural identity.
• Real estate investment and financing.
• Engineering insurance in the reconstruction phase.
• Challenges of national engineering consulting firms.
• Technology, innovation and modern methods in the construction and contracting sector.
• Reconstruction between local and migrant national expertise and capabilities, and regional and international companies.
• Modern real estate marketing methods and real estate application technology.
IREX 25 speakers:
Dr. MAGED EL HAWARY
A global leader in excellence and innovation in the construction industry.
Managing Partner at Analytica.
Assistant Professor and Research Supervisor at Heriot-Watt University, Dubai - United Arab Emirates.
Mr. KHALID Al MAHROOQI
CEO of Marasi Holding Oman.
Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Oman Green Buildings Council.
Ms. Majd Chourbaji
General Manager of Glory International Group
Eng. Ahmad Al-Lahham
Chairman of Al-Yusr Urban Development Company.
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 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.
HEH Specialized Sector
Consultants and engineering & construction firms specialized in the design and development of:
- Hotels and hospitality facilities
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Educational institutions
Secondary market
As part of the exhibition activities, a dedicated real estate zone will be allocated to showcase ready and directly available ownership opportunities through accredited real estate offices.
This platform features a diverse range of residential and commercial properties, including newly launched projects available for sale (primary market), as well as transferred ownership and resale properties (secondary market), providing investors and prospective buyers with realistic, ready-to-execute opportunities.
The zone serves as a direct meeting point between real estate offices and clients, where visitors can review property details, compare available options, and receive immediate consultations on pricing, legal procedures, and ownership solution