Modon, a leading master developer, has entered into a deal with Emsteel Group, the UAE’s leading steel and building materials manufacturer, to source its pioneering low-carbon steel for a key project in the UAE capital.

With this, Modon said it has become the first real estate developer to use low-carbon steel in the UAE.

This collaboration underscores Emsteel and Modon’s vital role in driving the construction industry’s transition toward sustainability and decarbonisation, it stated.

Aligned with the UAE’s Net-Zero 2050 Strategy, the partnership aims to facilitate decarbonisation across the construction value chain in the UAE and the wider region by introducing green steel produced with certified renewable hydrogen.

According to Modon, the green steel sourced from Emsteel Group and Masdar’s pioneering green hydrogen pilot project – the first of its kind in the Mena region – sets a new benchmark for sustainable and responsible construction practices.

On the key deal, CEO Ibrahim Al Maghribi said: “We are delighted to partner with Emsteel in this pioneering initiative. This strategic alliance not only underscores our commitment to sustainability but also positions Modon as a leader in the adoption of low- carbon building materials.”

“By integrating green steel into our projects, we are taking a significant step towards reducing our carbon footprint and supporting the UAE’s green targets. This collaboration is a testament to our dedication to create vibrant, sustainable communities that align with the UAE’s net-zero 2050 strategy,” he added.

Saeed Alghafri, CEO, Emirates Steel, part of Emsteel Group, said: “With the recent launch of our green hydrogen pilot project with Masdar, we are elevating our utilisation of clean energy and laying the foundation for future implementation of clean hydrogen for green steel production at scale.”