1st bridge connection near completion and 1st part of AED 2.5Bn package tender to be issued in May
19th March 2007, Abu Dhabi, UAE: With the design of the infrastructure of Al Reem Island almost complete and the construction of the entire regional network of roads and bridges commencing in June 2007, the infrastructure on the island is well underway.
The designs of the roads, bridges and utilities, as well as the links with Abu Dhabi Island are already at an advanced stage. Bayt Al Khidma, on behalf of Reem Developers, Sorouh and Tamouh, will be requesting tenders for the regional roads, bridges and utilities projects on Al Reem Island as early as May 2007. The first tender is expected to be awarded by June 2007 and the first phase will be delivered in 18 months, with the whole regional infrastructure being completed by 2009
The island is currently accessible via one bridge at Sheikh Hazaa Street. Preparatory work is already underway for the permanent work. Bayt Al Khidma has awarded a contract worth AED 26 million to Bin Harmal in order to build temporary access roads.
Dr. Falah Mustafa, CEO of Bayt Al Khidma, on behalf of all three developers said, "All infrastructural aspects for Al Reem Island will soon become a reality. We are on track to provide effective and efficient roads and utilities for the entire island. I am very pleased with the pace at which work is progressing. "
The permanent road system is going to be unique, with minimal, modern traffic lights to allow for a smooth flow of traffic. In order to finalize an effective and efficient design, a full traffic assessment was computer simulated using the latest technology in traffic simulation software.
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About Bayt Al Khidma
Bayt Al Khidma is the organization launched by Reem Developers, Sorouh and Tamouh to be the official facilitator between the developers of Abu Dhabi's land mark project, Al Reem Island.
Bayt Al Khidma also works to ensure that the whole island works within the same parameters and towards the same objectives. They facilitate the communication process and act as the governing body of the island in a mutually acceptable format for all parties in areas such as building permits, design standards, codes, stamp duty and the issuance of unit deeds.
About Al Reem Island
Located 350 meters away from the northern shores of Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island is an exquisite slice of natural paradise anchored on the pristine blue waters of the Arabian Sea. The picturesque island makes a perfect setting for the Al Reem mega development project, placing it a class apart from any other real estate project in the region.
The Al Reem project offers the unique amalgamation of the vibrancy of a chic, urban metropolitan and the rejuvenating tranquil that only a secluded island can provide. Spread across 6.5 million square meters of the sprawling Al Reem isle, the development project holds the distinction of being the largest ever in Abu Dhabi. It is also the first of its kind in the region to be executed on a natural island. Al Reem Island offers all the services for community living such as residential & commercial units, shopping centers, medical facilities, schools and landscaped parks.
With investments exceeding $ 30 billion dollars from the three developers of the project; Tamouh, Sorouh and Reem Investments, Al Reem Island Al Reem Island will be one of the most spectacular developments in the region.
For more information please contact:
Mayada Jibreel
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Abu Dhabi
UAE
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