Doha, Qatar - May 12, 2012: United Development Company (UDC), master developer of The Pearl-Qatar today held its third successful Open Day for residents of the Island.

The community event also marked a significant milestone - the third anniversary of the first residents moving to The Pearl-Qatar with more than 5,000 people now calling the Island their home.

Following the success of the inaugural open day in April 2011, the Third Residents Open Day was inaugurated by The Pearl-Qatar's Director of The Central Authority Directorate (TCAD) Abdulrahim Al-Ibrahim who said the event was part of The Pearl-Qatar's commitment to deliver exceptional service to residents and visitors.

The Open Day, organized by TCAD, saw UDC senior management and all departments on hand to provide information about the growing list of services available exclusively for residents as well as take feedback.

"The Island is now a thriving and continually growing multicultural community," Al-Ibrahim said. "TCAD works with all departments, not only to ensure the smooth running of the Island, but also to plan new activities and introduce services that make life easier. Our business is to continue to deliver five star services consistent with The Pearl-Qatar's glamorous and luxurious image."

According to Fadi El Kik, Chairman of The Pearl-Qatar Executive Board, TCAD's strategy is in sync with the board's overall strategy of making The Pearl-Qatar a top five-star destination in the region. "TCAD is intrinsically engaged with our residents and the Open Day is another way to interact with them and introduce the ever-growing range of five-star services we offer that make the island a luxurious and unique place to live," El Kik added.

Retailers and service providers at The Pearl-Qatar took part in the Open Day including Vodafone Qatar, Ronautica Middle East (RME), Insure Plus as well as the Island's health and environment provider Glitter and security service Shield.

A range of activities and entertainment for children took place including face painting, jumping castles and games.

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About The Pearl-Qatar
The Pearl-Qatar is a unique and innovative urban development in Doha, Qatar.  A masterpiece of private and modern living on an Island spanning over 4 million square-meters of land, The Pearl-Qatar offers a tailored range of residential solutions to meet the highest of standards available in the Gulf.  Furthermore, The Pearl-Qatar plays host to the latest retail and hospitality offerings from the world's leading brands and restaurants.

Developed by United Development Company (UDC), the Island is located 350 meters offshore of Doha's prestigious West Bay District and is one of the largest real-estate developments in the Gulf.

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