United Development Company (UDC)
Constructionad Dawḩah, Qatar501-1000 Employees
United Development Company (UDC) operates in construction and real estate development with activities that include property management, hospitality and maritime, district cooling, and infrastructure and utilities. Its flagship project is The Pearl Island, a significant urban mixed-use, man-made island, with Gewan Island being developed nearby as its latest residential, commercial, and entertainment destination. Established in 1999, UDC has built a diversified portfolio of investments aimed at supporting growth in the State of Qatar. Based in Doha, on Pearl Boulevard in The Pearl-Qatar, UDC was listed on the Qatar Exchange in 2003. As part of its five-year plan, the company concentrates on its core real estate activities and new developments to sustain its operations. In 2026, reports indicate UDC is pursuing integrated destinations centered around quality of life to foster community engagement and seasonal experiences.