16 May 2016
- Exclusive marina construction awarded to Ghantoot group-

Abu Dhabi - Hidd Al Saadiyat has announced the commencement of its marina construction, which is scheduled for completion in April 2017. Conveniently designed to reflect the projects serene surroundings, the private marina is set to feature a pedestrian walk encompassing a view of the striking landscape within a leisurely and relaxing atmosphere. It will also be equipped with 110 berths for boats of different sizes, directly linked to the beach and easily accessible by car, boat or water taxi.

Hidd Al Saadiyat's Greg Slingerland, Project Director, commented: "We are witnessing the evolution of Hidd Al Saadiyat into a state-of-the-art development especially now with the construction of the long-anticipated marina. Our continued collaboration with leading contracting companies such as Ghantoot Group further reinforces our commitment to making Hidd Al Saadiyat an exclusive neighborhood just a stone's throw away from the island's pristine beaches and turquoise waters."

As part of its social and environmental responsibility, Hidd Al Saadiyat adopts the best practices of Estidama's Pearl 2 Sustainability Protocol through the close collaboration with Abu Dhabi's Urban Planning Council. Similarly, the marina development has also been designed to meet the Estidama's Pearl 2 rating.

Hidd Al Saadiyat is a project managed by LEAD Development.

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About Hidd Al Saadiyat:
Just a few minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi, Hidd Al Saadiyat combines nature with modern living in harmony and balance as it seamlessly integrates pristine beaches and turquoise waters into every detail of its villa designs.

Hidd Al Saadiyat inspires an exclusive lifestyle that combines Contemporary, Mediterranean and Modern Arabic designs, with an enclave of architect villas, apartments, an international five-star resort, marina and yacht club, cultural district, and an educational institution. The project showcases life as a work of art, as it provides private estate for those inspired by the art of living. Hidd Al Saadiyat development extends on a land area covering nearly 1.5 million square meters of natural waterfront land within Saadiyat Island. With nearly 7 kilometers of beachfront, the development enjoys an island feel and remarkable landscape. The exclusive 461 villas are designed and developed to harmoniously respond to the unique location and surrounding ocean scape. Beach access from every unit is at the heart of this development.

Initial construction on Hidd Al Saadiyat began in January 2013. Construction milestones continue to be met and the project handing over will begin end of 2016.

About LEAD Development:
LEAD is an integrated full service consultancy which provides unmatched insights across the commercial development value chain. Founded in 2010, LEAD offers a wide range of services including:

DEVELOPMENT FULL CYCLE: Fully integrated services including Investment Assessment, Financial Feasibility, Risk Analysis, Project Capitalization, Masterplan Development, Design Management, Financial Management, Value Engineering, Construction Management and Sales and Marketing.

Concept Development: Aligning visions and business objectives with market opportunities. LEAD Development works closely with clients to define and refine concepts and measures them across financial indicators to determine feasibility and the parameter for success.  

Financial Management: A fully dedicated team of accounting and finance professionals with backgrounds in real estate development, banking, private equity and big 5 audit experience that help clients with financial strategies tailored to meet their requirements and financial objectives.

Master planning and Design Management: Our consultants help clients understand their target markets and develop sustainable masterplans that create vibrant and sustainable communities.

Project Management: Providing fully integrated services related to project management, from inception through to design and the tender process all the way to construction and handover.

Sales and Marketing: Providing strategic sales and marketing guidance on all projects including aligning project concepts with the social and economic realities of the market place and creating a brand proposition which enhances the perceived value of the project for potential investors and buyers.

For more information, please visit: leadevelopment.com 
 
For more information:
Hana Yazbak
Senior Marketing Consultant                  
Saadiyat Development and Investment Company
Mobile: 050 411 2272
Email: hyazbak@sdic.ae

Lina Arke
Junior Account Executive
Hill+Knowlton Strategies
Mobile: 056 174 2468
Email: Lina.Arke@hkstrategies.com

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