Savills has extended its global network by forming two new associations in the Middle East.

In the Northern Gulf (covering Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Jordan), the new association operates from offices located in Qatar and Bahrain and will be branded as Savills Qatar and Savills Bahrain respectively. Led by Don Bradley, who is based in Qatar and has over 30-years experience in the region, the new Northern Gulf association provides residential and commercial services including transaction, development and tenant rep advisory, valuation and professional consultancy.

In Dubai, Savills has formed an association with Core Real Estate. This market leading firm offers services including commercial sales and leasing, residential sales and leasing, international property sales, consultancy and market research.

Jeremy Helsby, CEO of Savills, comments: "These new collaborations in Bahrain, Qatar and Dubai allow Savills to grow its presence in the Middle East, an area of increasing importance and a growing source of international capital and investors into real estate, as well as expanding our service offering and network of clients. Both the United Arab Emirates and Northern Gulf are very exciting and growing real estate markets and we hope that these new associations will boost the flow of cross-border activity."

Don Bradley, CEO of Savills Qatar and Bahrain, says: "Savills global reputation and track record for client excellence is firmly established and will provide us with a strong  platform to service our clients. This, combined with our unparalleled local knowledge, track record and experience, will allow us to attract new clients whilst also ensuring we provide our existing clients with a best in class service."

Edward Macura, managing director of Core Real Estate, says: "We are confident that our new association with Savills will prove a great benefit to both businesses by combining Savills extensive international network with our deep understanding and experience of the UAE market. We are very much looking forward to working with Savills in bringing their portfolio of services and prime residential properties to the UAE."

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