DarGlobal PLC is an international real estate developer specializing in exclusive luxury developments across the world’s most coveted cosmopolitan cities . Catering to global citizens seeking prime investments, second homes, and luxury living, DarGlobal transforms real estate into economic catalysts, unlocking opportunities for both investors and the countries it enters. DarGlobal has partnered with over 10 world-renowned luxury brands, including Trump Organization , Aston Martin, Automobili Lamborghini, Dolce & Gabbana, ELIE SAAB, Marriott Residences, Missoni, Mouawad, Pagani Automobili, and W Hotels. These collaborations offer unique investment opportunities in global cities, providing both wealth growth and protection. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, DarGlobal goes beyond property development, it drives economic transformation by attracting international clients and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). By injecting capital, confidence, and industry expertise, DarGlobal enhances local infrastructure while elevating the global appeal of each destination. With a presence in 14 international cities across 9 countries, DarGlobal’s portfolio spans the United Kingdom, Spain, Greece, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Oman, and Qatar. The company is also expanding into world-class hospitality, developing luxury hotels in Dubai, the Maldives, and Oman. To support its international clientele, DarGlobal has sales and customer service offices in New York, London, Marbella, Athens, Dubai, Jeddah, Riyadh, Muscat, and Doha. DarGlobal is a strategic investment partner, catering to investors looking to grow, preserve, or diversify their wealth. Every opportunity is backed by market insight, strategic planning, and long-term value.
Dar Global was founded as the international arm of Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development PJSC (“DAARE”), a leading real estate developer in Saudi Arabia with over 31 years of experience. Since its listing on the Saudi Stock Exchange in 2007, Dar Al Arkan has successfully delivered over 16,000 residential units and holds total assets of approximately US$8.9 billion.
Ziad El Chaar is the Chief Executive Officer of Dar Global PLC, a leading developer of luxury real estate in prime international destinations. He is a visionary leader with a proven track record of orchestrating growth and innovation in the real estate and financial services sectors across the Middle East and Europe. Prior to Dar Global, El Chaar held key leadership positions at Emaar Properties PLC and DAMAC Properties, where he directed significant project developments and strategic expansions. Under his stewardship, Dar Global successfully listed on the London Stock Exchange in 2023 and has forged collaborations with renowned brands such as Missoni, Versace, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, and The Trump Organization on prestigious projects across the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Spain. El Chaar is also pioneering Dar Global's expansion into the hospitality sector, targeting key markets such as Dubai, the Maldives, and Saudi Arabia, including new collaborations with the Trump Organization in Dubai, Riyadh, and Athens. Beyond his dedication at Dar Global, El Chaar presides over several other leadership positions, including Chairman of Wasalt and Vice Chairman of Quara Holding. His achievements have been recognised with numerous industry awards, including Property CEO of the Year at the CEO Middle East Awards. Ziad El Chaar holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the American University of Beirut.
Bilal Matarneh is the Chief Executive Officer - Development, Construction and Procurement at the Company, having first joined the Group in November 2019. Bilal leads the technical and project teams in UAE, Qatar, Oman, United Kingdom, Spain, and Bosnia. Bilal brings strong managerial and people skills to project delivery with an exemplary record of delivery of multiple projects contemporaneously, with the emphasis on completion on-time and within budget. Prior to joining the Group, Bilal was CPO at Emaar Properties PJSC, Executive VP for Projects at DAMAC Properties delivering major master development projects and was also CEO at ASTRA Group.
Shivaraman Iyer is Chief Financial Officer of the Company, having joined the Group in June 2022. Shivaraman brings over 38 years of rich international working experience to the Group as Chief Financial Officer, overseeing financial operational performance, investment strategy, portfolio management and group restructuring. In a wide-ranging international finance career prior to joining the Group, Shivaraman has held leadership and senior management roles with several prominent organizations, including SVP Finance at the DAMAC Group, CFO at Aldar Laing O'Rourke LLC and at Al Raha International LLC. He possesses sector-wide financial and operational expertise in real estate development, property and asset management, and contracting in UAE, India, Qatar, Russia and Hungary.
Redwan Zaouk is the Chief Operating Officer at the Company, having joined the Group in 2020. Redwan has more than 15 years of experience in real estate development and more than 10 years of managerial experience within real estate companies. Redwan's management roles includes previous roles as a member of the Board, Audit Committee, Corporate Governance Committee and Remuneration Committee at Al-Tajamouat for Touristic Projects Plc, Senior Vice President at Damac Properties, COO at EMAAR Middle East, Development Director at Kinan International Real Estate Development Company, and Head of Business Development at The Savola Group. Redwan holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Balamand in Lebanon. He is also a graduate of McGill University's Graduate School of Management - KEC Project.