Six Flags Dubailand concept master plan developed

Six Flags Dubailand, the five million square feet multi-billion dirham theme park within the world's largest tourism, leisure and entertainment destination, has announced the conceptual master plan has been developed.

United Arab Emirates: Thursday, May 15 - 2008 at 14:49
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The first phase of the project is expected to be ready in 2011 and the theme park will receive three million visitors per year.

With an estimated 30 family rides, including the brand's signature as well as newly developed rides, the master plan for Six Flags Dubailand incorporates design elements as well as other components such as retail and food outlets. Tatweer will break ground for the project in 2009.

Additionally, the Six Flags Corporate Alliance Division will represent Dubailand for international corporate sponsorship opportunities.

Mohammed Alhabbai, CEO Dubailand, said: 'We are proud to announce the development of the concept master plan which demonstrates our commitment to add unique facets to Dubailand in partnership with globally renowned brands. Our relentless efforts will continue to expedite the pace of the project even as other components of Dubailand are fast taking shape.'

Tatweer and Six Flags Dubailand also will work together to integrate their expertise to create new concepts across the region, such as Six Flags theme parks, branded restaurants, hotels and retail outlets that will holistically offer unique travel and vacation opportunities for tourists, families and visitors worldwide.

Andrew Schleimer, Executive Vice President of Strategic Development & In-Park Services for Six Flags, said: 'We are very excited about concept masterplan that will facilitate other works to commence. The project will be one of the key additions to the Dubailand destination and we are privileged to play a vital role in advancing Dubai's ambitious tourism targets.'

The first Six Flags project to be developed outside of North America, the theme park comes as part of Tatweer's tactical contribution to Dubai Strategic Plan 2015, which aims to develop the emirate into a leading global hub for tourism and leisure.

Featuring its signature line-up of thrill and themed adventure rides and attractions, Six Flags Dubailand will boast world renowned entertainment franchises such as the children's musical group Wiggles and professional skateboarder Tony Hawk. The park's unique components will complement Six Flags' award-winning productions and original programming, such as Operation Spygirl, the 'Big E' Entertainment Award recipient at the 2007 IAPAA Trade Show and Convention.

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Dubailand, a three billion sq ft development, will feature unique theme parks, rides, cultural adventures and other avenues of entertainment. Other projects owned by Tatweer at DUBAILAND® destination include, The Tiger Woods Dubai, Universal Studios DUBAILAND®, Global Village DUBAILAND®, DreamWorks DUBAILAND® Animation Park, Hit Entertainment 'Little Big Club DUBAILAND®', Six Flags DUBAILAND®, Marvel DUBAILAND®, FREEJ DUBAILAND®, and LEGOLAND® DUBAILAND®.

Exciting attractions such as Dubai Sports City, MotorCity, Falcon City of Wonders, Al Sahra Desert Resort, the Polo and Equestrian Club, Al Barari and City of Arabia are also part of DUBAILAND®'s overall offering.

About DUBAILAND®
DUBAILAND®, a member of Tatweer, is the world's largest tourism, leisure and entertainment destination, 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 dynamic enterprises and a member of Dubai Holding. Comprising 10 market-leading brands, it oversees an ambitious business development plan. Its current portfolio is divided into Energy & Healthcare, Tourism & Entertainment, and Industry & Real Estate offerings. Its entities include 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; Universal City Dubailand®, the 22 million sq ft development, featuring Universal Studios Dubailand as its centerpiece; 'The Tiger Woods - Dubai', an exclusive golf community that will include the first Tiger Woods designed golf course; DUBAILAND®, one of the biggest leisure, entertainment and tourism destinations in the Middle East; Dubai Industrial City, an industrial township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; Bawadi®, the world's leading hospitality and entertainment project hosting 51 luxury hotels and more than 60,000 hotel rooms; Dubai Energy, investing in regional and global energy opportunities and building a diversified investment portfolio; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the first energy futures exchange in the Middle East set up in partnership with the New York Mercantile Exchange and Global Village, a premier family destination for culture, entertainment, cuisine and commerce.

Tatweer's entities continue to consolidate a group of life-improving industries in addition to pioneering joint venture initiatives with leading global conglomerates. They continuously strive for world-class performance, while implementing leadership development to drive and sustain business excellence, quality and high performance.

For further information
Agency:
Aseel Nihad
Associate Account Manager
Jiwin Public Relations
Phone: +971-4-3613584

About Six Flags, Inc:
Six Flags, Inc. is the world's largest regional theme park company with 21 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. Founded in 1961, Six Flags has provided world class entertainment for millions of families with cutting edge, record-shattering roller coasters and appointment programming with events like the popular Thursday and Sunday Night Concert Series. Now 47 years strong, Six Flags is recognized as the preeminent thrill innovator while reaching to all demographics - families, teens, tweens and thrill seekers alike - with themed attractions based on the Looney Tunes characters, the Justice League of America, skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, The Wiggles and Thomas the Tank Engine. Six Flags, Inc. is a publicly-traded corporation (NYSE:SIX) headquartered in New York City.

CONTACTS:
Sandra Daniels, Six Flags Inc.
212-652-9360
972-595-5178

Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News Editor
Thursday, May 15 - 2008 at 14:49 UAE local time (GMT+4)

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