Project will be completed by December 2010

Dubai, July 26th, 2008: Luxury lifestyle provider, DAMAC Properties, has awarded an AED 805 million contract to M/s Intermass Engineering and Contracting Co. LLC., for its Lakeside project at International Media production Zone (IMPZ). This project will be completed by December 2010. Intermass is one of the most renowned contractors in the UAE and they have been associated with several landmarks in the country. Lakeside project is the DAMAC Properties third project in IMPZ- the previous two projects being the Crescent and Lago Vista in IMPZ.  All the three projects are being built by Intermass.

"Intermass are one of the leaders in the engineering and construction industry in the UAE today and their appointment as main contractors is due to our faith in the quality of their work and our past experience with them. We have no doubt that they will deliver a product that offers state-of-the-art luxury and comfort to the residents at Lakeside", said Peter Riddoch, CEO at DAMAC Properties.

Situated on the Emirates Road, the IMPZ is in close proximity to the Jebel Ali Port and the Jebel Ali Airport City, a unique free zone incorporating a vast array of residential, industrial, commercial and community service projects. The project's prestigious location - IMPZ - extends a sophisticated lifestyle with unique facilities including in-campus transportation, medical centre, schools, hotels, shopping centres, restaurants, amphitheatre, sports grounds and full-fledged fitness clubs. 

"We are delighted to commence construction of yet another masterpiece for the discerning community in the Middle East and worldwide. A beautiful residential project, Lakeside at the IMPZ is a strategic development offering everything that one seeks - from state-of-the-art facilities to eco-friendly environment," added Mr. Riddoch.

A complex of two 21-storey and two 22-storey towers, Lakeside will have studio and one-bedroom apartments with state-of-the-art accessories, thoughtfully planned space and utilities and elegantly designed interiors.

In his comments on the project, Peter Riddoch, CEO at DAMAC Properties, said: "Set amidst beautiful lawns, fountains and gardens, Lakeside extends a pioneering, premier residential complex within the heart of IMPZ, a unique free zone in Dubai. Overall, the project extends a distinctive lifestyle expression that offers unparalleled opportunities."

The project will also offer the perfect choice of amenities such as health clubs for men and women, steam and sauna facilities, gymnasium, aerobic centre, swimming pools, children's play area, barbecue area, function room, tennis court and access to golf courses. Lakeside is designed by industry renowned consultants - ARKonsult.

The project's prestigious location - IMPZ - extends a sophisticated lifestyle with unique facilities including in-campus transportation, medical centre, schools, hotels, shopping centres, restaurants, amphitheatre, sports grounds and full-fledged fitness clubs. 

DAMAC has announced plans to deliver over 2300 units in 2008, followed by an additional 7100 units in 2009/10. In 2008, DAMAC will also deliver 527 units in Lake View located at Jumeirah Lake Towers, 192 units in Executive Heights project at TECOM, 198 units in Tera Del Sol 1&2 and 848 units of The Crescent, located at IMPZ. In 2009/10, they will deliver a further 7100 units.

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About DAMAC Properties
DAMAC Properties is part of DAMAC Holdings. DAMAC properties was established in 1995 and has grown into one of the most successful residential, leisure and commercial developers in Dubai and the Middle East, and is expanding rapidly into North Africa, Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the Far East.

The company's portfolio includes properties spread across 670 million square feet and is worth in excess of US$ 45 billion. By partnering with world renowned architects and designers, DAMAC Properties aims to develop schemes that include residential, commercial and leisure facilities that will create an integrated community. The company's schemes are located in the most desirable and exclusive locations and the homes are built to a high quality specification that has become synonymous with the group.

Driven by a passion for excellence, luxury and determination to delivers homes to its customers as quickly as possible, the company is working closely with contractors and providing the necessary support mechanism to deliver quality and timely completion of projects. The company is taking every step towards safeguarding its customer's interest and will deliver 2300 units in 2008 and a further 7100 units by 2010.

DAMAC Properties manage all their projects from start to finish, the company's diverse range of expertise allows them to control land purchase activity, appointment of architects and designers, construction and sales and after sales service. In addition to support services provided by their Dubai headquarters, the company's comprehensive Customer Care Program provides solutions through its vast regional network with offices in the UK (London, Manchester, Reading, Leicester, Birmingham and Glasgow), Ireland, Italy, UAE, Russia, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, KSA and Qatar.

DAMAC Properties were recently awarded five CNBC Arabian Property Awards for 2008. The accolades included awards for Best High-Rise Architecture for their Marina Bay Project in Abu Dhabi, Best Development for their Hyde Park project in Cairo, Egypt, Best Marina Development, also for Marina Bay in Abu Dhabi, Best Property Marketing awards for the Dubai Shopping Festival 2008 campaign and Best Developer Website for the third consecutive year - www.damacproperties.com.

The parent company, DAMAC Holdings, has grown over the years from a specialist catering company established in 1982, into a multi-billion dollar corporation to become one of the largest organizations in the Middle East.

For further information, please refer to www.damacproperties.com

For more information please contact:
Niall McLoughlin,
Senior Vice President - Corporate Communications, DAMAC
Tel: +971 4 3322005 Ex 383
Fax: 00 9714 3311028
Mobile +971 50 6251329
emaiI: niall.mcloughlin@damacgroup.com

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