Dubai Advances Coastal Expansion With Major Infrastructure Contract
Nakheel, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded a contract valued at AED 527 million ($143 million) to Al Nasr Contracting Company for infrastructure works on Island B at Dubai Islands.
The contract covers the development of core infrastructure needed to enable future residential, hospitality and mixed-use projects. Works include roads, water supply systems, electricity and telecommunications networks, as well as drainage and sewage systems. The project will also integrate with the district cooling network and coordinate technically with infrastructure on Island A.
The investment marks a construction milestone for Dubai Islands, a large-scale coastal development aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. Officials describe the infrastructure as critical to supporting long-term population growth and economic diversification.
“This contract reflects disciplined execution against one of Dubai’s most important coastal masterplans,” said Khalid Al Malik, chief executive of Dubai Holding Real Estate.
Dubai Islands spans 18.6 square kilometers across five interconnected islands. The development is planned to include about 57 kilometers of coastline, with 21 kilometers of beachfront. It is expected to accommodate more than 231,000 residents across approximately 49,000 homes, alongside resorts, marinas, retail and leisure facilities.
Island B is a central part of the masterplan, requiring foundational infrastructure to enable future construction.
Jean Nicolas El Helou, chief executive of Al Nasr Contracting Company, said the firm aims to deliver infrastructure aligned with Dubai’s growth objectives.
The islands will be connected to mainland Dubai through three bridges linked to the Al Shindagha Corridor, with Dubai International Airport located within 10 kilometers and Downtown Dubai within 15 kilometers.
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