The initiative is aimed at highlighting Dubailand's goal of setting up a business environment for excellence as the mega project continues to take shape.
Mohammed Al Habbai, CEO of Dubailand presented the awards to the three investors - Anita Mahra, Executive Director of Dubai Heritage Vision, Simon E. Azzam, CEO Union Properties - Motor City CEO and Arthur Fitzwilliam, President of Plantation Holdings - Polo & Equestrian Club.
Mohammed Al Habbai said Dubailand rigorously evaluated the fundamentals of all the investors and selected the three projects in recognition of the strong and unwavering support they have given Dubailand.
"We initiated these awards to honour the commitment of our investors which has helped in accelerating progress at the world's most exciting leisure and entertainment project.
"Al Sahra Desert Resort, Motor City and Polo & Equestrian Club are key projects and destinations within Dubailand. All three have participated and showcased their projects at different events, much to the admiration of the public. I am privileged to award them with certificates, recognising their contribution to Dubailand.
"These awards symbolise our continuing commitment in supporting our investors who are developing innovative concepts for theme parks and entertainment-driven projects." Al Habbai added.
Dubailand, situated alongside the Emirates Road, will cover an area of three billion square feet. It will include the 'The Restless Planet', a dinosaur theme park being developed in cooperation with the Natural History Museum in the UK; a Sports City, featuring large state-of-the-art stadiums; the Great Dubai Wheel; Aqua Dunya; Falcon City of Wonders; Polo & Equestrian Club, Al Sahra Desert Resort; Motor City, the Islamic Culture and Science World; the Mall of Arabia, set to become one of the largest shopping centres in the world, and several other attractions catering to the entire family.
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Dubailand, a member of Tatweer, today honoured three successful investors, who have committed to their projects within the region's largest tourism and entertainment project.
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About Dubailand
Dubailand, a member of Tatweer, is the world's most ambitious tourism, leisure and entertainment project, catering to the needs of the entire family. The unique 3 billion sq. ft. development has been designed to catalyze the position of Dubai as an international hub of family tourism, appealing to tourist segments across genders, age group, world regions and activity preferences. Dubailand is projected to attract millions of tourists annually from around the world.
The diverse projects under Dubailand include theme parks, eco-tourism projects, shopping malls, restaurants and residential units that are being developed by UAE, GCC and international investors.
A product of extraordinary vision, Dubailand will be an attractive place to 'live, work and play' for the emirate's growing population, both as a leisure destination and an appropriate setting for business and entertainment development.
About Tatweer:
Launched in December 2005 Tatweer is one the region's most promising enterprises and a Member of Dubai Holding. It owns nine market-leading companies and managing an ambitious business development plan.
Its current portfolio is divided into Energy & Healthcare, Tourism & Entertainment, Industry & Knowledge. Its entities are Dubai Healthcare City, the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Mizin, one of the most advanced real estate companies in the region; "The Tiger Woods - Dubai" an exclusive golf community that will include a Tiger Woods designed Golf Course; Dubailand, one of the biggest leisure, entertainment and tourism destinations in the Middle East region; Dubai Industrial City, an industrial township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; Bawadi, the world's leading hospitality and entertainment project bringing 31 hotels and more than 29,000 hotel rooms; Dubai Energy, investing in regional and global energy opportunities and building a diversified investment portfolio; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the first commodity futures exchange in the Middle East; Global Village, which brings together 160 different countries showcasing myriad cultures; and Moutamarat, the first Arab initiative organizing research-based conferences and exhibitions.
A Member of Dubai Holding, Tatweer and its entities will continue to consolidate a group of life-improving industries. In addition, it has pioneered the market with joint venture initiatives with leading companies such as the New York Mercantile Exchange or the Saudi Research and Publishing Company.
Tatweer will continuously strive for world-class performance implementing leadership development to drive and sustain business excellence, quality and high performance.
For further information
Agency:
Tarek Sakik
Senior Account Manager
Jiwin the Public Relations Arm
Of Dubai Press Club
Phone: +971-4-3613593
Dubailand, a member of Tatweer, is the world's most ambitious tourism, leisure and entertainment project, catering to the needs of the entire family. The unique 3 billion sq. ft. development has been designed to catalyze the position of Dubai as an international hub of family tourism, appealing to tourist segments across genders, age group, world regions and activity preferences. Dubailand is projected to attract millions of tourists annually from around the world.
The diverse projects under Dubailand include theme parks, eco-tourism projects, shopping malls, restaurants and residential units that are being developed by UAE, GCC and international investors.
A product of extraordinary vision, Dubailand will be an attractive place to 'live, work and play' for the emirate's growing population, both as a leisure destination and an appropriate setting for business and entertainment development.
About Tatweer:
Launched in December 2005 Tatweer is one the region's most promising enterprises and a Member of Dubai Holding. It owns nine market-leading companies and managing an ambitious business development plan.
Its current portfolio is divided into Energy & Healthcare, Tourism & Entertainment, Industry & Knowledge. Its entities are Dubai Healthcare City, the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Mizin, one of the most advanced real estate companies in the region; "The Tiger Woods - Dubai" an exclusive golf community that will include a Tiger Woods designed Golf Course; Dubailand, one of the biggest leisure, entertainment and tourism destinations in the Middle East region; Dubai Industrial City, an industrial township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; Bawadi, the world's leading hospitality and entertainment project bringing 31 hotels and more than 29,000 hotel rooms; Dubai Energy, investing in regional and global energy opportunities and building a diversified investment portfolio; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the first commodity futures exchange in the Middle East; Global Village, which brings together 160 different countries showcasing myriad cultures; and Moutamarat, the first Arab initiative organizing research-based conferences and exhibitions.
A Member of Dubai Holding, Tatweer and its entities will continue to consolidate a group of life-improving industries. In addition, it has pioneered the market with joint venture initiatives with leading companies such as the New York Mercantile Exchange or the Saudi Research and Publishing Company.
Tatweer will continuously strive for world-class performance implementing leadership development to drive and sustain business excellence, quality and high performance.
For further information
Agency:
Tarek Sakik
Senior Account Manager
Jiwin the Public Relations Arm
Of Dubai Press Club
Phone: +971-4-3613593
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