BESIX announced the financial closing of the Khalifa University accommodation PPP project, confirming that all funding has been secured and financing conditions met. With this milestone achieved, the project will move ahead with full momentum, the firm said.

Construction is scheduled for completion in time to welcome residents in Winter 2026.

Operating under the banner of KUnnected Living, this project will bring together BESIX, Plenary Group, Mazrui International, and United Engineering Construction. This collaboration combines international infrastructure expertise, facilities management proficiency, and local UAE investment.

“By leveraging our expertise as an industrial equity provider and our leadership in the PPP domain, we are committed to setting new benchmarks and demonstrating the transformative power of public-private partnerships in driving community and economic development,” said Peter Lembrechts, General Manager of BESIX Middle East.

KUnnected Living represents a partnership rooted in synergy. With the support and trust of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIO) and Khalifa University, KUnnected Living is well-positioned to drive this project forward, noted Elias Sfeir, Head of Concessions & Assets, BESIX Middle East.

“A key component of our facility management team is to enhance student satisfaction through well-maintained facilities, reliable equipment, a clean, safe, hygienic living environment, and seamless service delivery. This commitment to operational excellence is at the core of our facility management approach,” noted Eric Tranchant, Head of Operations and Maintenance – Concessions & Assets, BESIX Middle East.

The Khalifa University accommodation will cover 114,000sqm on two sites and with a capacity of 3,260 beds. It will prioritise individual ensuite rooms, green spaces, natural light, and student-centric amenities, ensuring an optimal living and learning environment.