A leading forum for Dubai's large-scale projects, the event will enable participants gain access to cutting-edge information on the current status and scale of the ongoing projects in Dubai.
The event will also offer a unique opportunity to meet and interact with key decision makers and acquire vital information on future plans, project dimensions and timescales against a backdrop of the global economic turmoil.
Speaking on 'Expanding Sports Tourism and Diversifying Dubai's Economy Utilizing Branding: The Tiger Woods Dubai', Al Gurg will update event attendees on the project progress, while explaining the role of The Tiger Woods Dubai in developing the emirate as a golf destination. When completed, the $1.1bn The Tiger Woods Dubai project will house a championship-standard, 18-hole golf course, a golf clubhouse, and a state of the art a golf academy.
Abdulla Al Gurg said, "It is a privilege to be part of a key event and provide industry peers with a preview of our project's progress. The unique status of being the world's first golf course created by Tiger Woods Design generates a lot of interest among investors and tourists alike. The event will serve as a great platform for offering and gaining information on various developments, which gains added significance in light of the current global situation."
Meed Dubai Mega Projects will set the stage for leading government authorities, key stakeholders, developers, project managers, consultants and contractors to share their expert views on key issues, facts and information about the region.
The economic sustainability of the market, transport and utility infrastructure challenges, tourism trends and the role of integrating environmental sustainability into future projects will also come under focus at the event.
The Tiger Woods Dubai promises to offer a unique golf experience that epitomizes excellence and meets premium quality standards. The development continues to progress, with the completion of bulk earth works and 2,243 trees already planted on the golf course and a further 6,000 in the nursery.
Grassing on the fairways of Holes 4 & 5 is complete in addition to rough shaping on all 18 holes, of which 10 have been finely shaped. Construction is also complete for the main canal and one of the lakes that will lead to over 3.3 million sq. feet of water features incorporated into the golf course.
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The Tiger Woods Dubai, a member of Tatweer Dubai, today announced Abdulla Al Gurg, Project Director, will highlight key elements of the highly anticipated golf development and its ramifications for sport tourism in Dubai at the Meed Dubai Mega Projects 2009, held from 15-17 March at The Westin Hotel.
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About The Tiger Woods Dubai:
The Tiger Woods Dubai, a member of Tatweer, is a private residential community that will include the world's first golf course design created by Tiger Woods Design -the Al Ruwaya Golf Club.
Embodying Tiger Woods' vision of creating a spectacular, challenging golf course, Al Ruwaya, will be a 7,800 yard, par 72, 18 hole championship course with dramatic elevation changes, lush landscaping, stunning water features and an overall design that will challenge and entertain golfers of all playing abilities. Luxurious residential and hospitality components will include 292 residences, a boutique hotel, a well-being spa, a fine dining restaurant, a professionally staffed golf academy, and the Al Ruwaya clubhouse.
The Tiger Woods Dubai will occupy an area of 55 million sq ft in Dubailand off Al Hibab Road; a 30 minute drive from Dubai's city center and the Dubai International Airport.
About Tatweer
Tatweer is a member of Dubai Holding and one of the largest and fastest growing business conglomerates in the region. Tatweer's name is synonymous with some of the most ambitious developments in Dubai and an equally extensive portfolio of prestigious projects in the pipeline.
Launched in December 2005, Tatweer owns and manages a strategic group of entities across six diverse industry verticals: Leisure and Entertainment, Commodities, Healthcare, Hospitality, Manufacturing, and Real Estate. The operations are strategically grouped under two distinct divisions - Tatweer Dubai and Tatweer Investments.
Tatweer Dubai will focus on project development within the UAE and advance strategic long term partnerships such as Partners-Harvard Medical International; the internationally renowned golfer Tiger Woods; IRCA Global, and Universal Studios. Tatweer Dubai's entities comprise Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Dubailand, the world's most ambitious tourism, leisure and entertainment destination; The Tiger Woods Dubai, the exclusive golf community home to the world's first golf course design created by Tiger Woods Design as its centrepiece; Bawadi, the largest hospitality, shopping and entertainment cluster in the world; Dubai Industrial City, a township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; IRCA Middle East, a joint venture with International Risk Control Association IRCA Global, South Africa to provide comprehensive pure risk management solutions to a wide spectrum of industries in the MENA region; Global Village, bringing together 160 different countries showcasing myriad cultures; and the Parks & Resorts DUBAILAND featuring Universal Studios DUBAILAND, Dreamworks DUBAILAND, Six Flags DUBAILAND, LEGOLAND DUBAILAND, Marvel DUBAILAND, Freej DUBAILAND and HIT Entertainment.
Tatweer Investments will drive Tatweer's foray into international markets, leveraging its synergy with leading global strategic partners. It will extend Tatweer's existing intellectual property portfolio and generate innovative IP driven investments and partnerships overseas. The entities under Tatweer Investment's portfolio include Mizin, pursuing a vision to become the real estate developer of choice in the UAE; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the premier international commodity futures exchange in the Middle East; and new businesses in the food and beverage industry forged through alliances with leading international brands.
For further information, please contact:
Kholoud Arif
Senior Media Relations Executive
JiWin Public Relations
Tel: +971 4 361 3599
Fax: +971 4 368 8001
The Tiger Woods Dubai, a member of Tatweer, is a private residential community that will include the world's first golf course design created by Tiger Woods Design -the Al Ruwaya Golf Club.
Embodying Tiger Woods' vision of creating a spectacular, challenging golf course, Al Ruwaya, will be a 7,800 yard, par 72, 18 hole championship course with dramatic elevation changes, lush landscaping, stunning water features and an overall design that will challenge and entertain golfers of all playing abilities. Luxurious residential and hospitality components will include 292 residences, a boutique hotel, a well-being spa, a fine dining restaurant, a professionally staffed golf academy, and the Al Ruwaya clubhouse.
The Tiger Woods Dubai will occupy an area of 55 million sq ft in Dubailand off Al Hibab Road; a 30 minute drive from Dubai's city center and the Dubai International Airport.
About Tatweer
Tatweer is a member of Dubai Holding and one of the largest and fastest growing business conglomerates in the region. Tatweer's name is synonymous with some of the most ambitious developments in Dubai and an equally extensive portfolio of prestigious projects in the pipeline.
Launched in December 2005, Tatweer owns and manages a strategic group of entities across six diverse industry verticals: Leisure and Entertainment, Commodities, Healthcare, Hospitality, Manufacturing, and Real Estate. The operations are strategically grouped under two distinct divisions - Tatweer Dubai and Tatweer Investments.
Tatweer Dubai will focus on project development within the UAE and advance strategic long term partnerships such as Partners-Harvard Medical International; the internationally renowned golfer Tiger Woods; IRCA Global, and Universal Studios. Tatweer Dubai's entities comprise Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), the region's hub for world-class quality healthcare services; Dubailand, the world's most ambitious tourism, leisure and entertainment destination; The Tiger Woods Dubai, the exclusive golf community home to the world's first golf course design created by Tiger Woods Design as its centrepiece; Bawadi, the largest hospitality, shopping and entertainment cluster in the world; Dubai Industrial City, a township to develop Dubai as a leading manufacturing hub; IRCA Middle East, a joint venture with International Risk Control Association IRCA Global, South Africa to provide comprehensive pure risk management solutions to a wide spectrum of industries in the MENA region; Global Village, bringing together 160 different countries showcasing myriad cultures; and the Parks & Resorts DUBAILAND featuring Universal Studios DUBAILAND, Dreamworks DUBAILAND, Six Flags DUBAILAND, LEGOLAND DUBAILAND, Marvel DUBAILAND, Freej DUBAILAND and HIT Entertainment.
Tatweer Investments will drive Tatweer's foray into international markets, leveraging its synergy with leading global strategic partners. It will extend Tatweer's existing intellectual property portfolio and generate innovative IP driven investments and partnerships overseas. The entities under Tatweer Investment's portfolio include Mizin, pursuing a vision to become the real estate developer of choice in the UAE; Dubai Mercantile Exchange, the premier international commodity futures exchange in the Middle East; and new businesses in the food and beverage industry forged through alliances with leading international brands.
For further information, please contact:
Kholoud Arif
Senior Media Relations Executive
JiWin Public Relations
Tel: +971 4 361 3599
Fax: +971 4 368 8001
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