Decree issued for establishment of Dubai Silicon Oasis
BY A STAFF REPORTER

21 September 2004


DUBAI - His Highness Shaikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has issued, in his capacity a decree stipulating the establishment of ‘Dubai Silicon Oasis’ (DSO). Article (1) of the decree stipulates the establishment of a free zone to be named ‘Silicon Oasis’ that enjoys a judicial person's status and financial independence and that would be administered by the Free Zone Authority within boundaries and space demarcated as per the plan attached to the decree.

Article (3) stipulates the recruitment of major international firms specialised in manufacturing and development of modern technologies in Dubai and training of UAE nationals specialised in modern technologies. Article (4) stipulates that the authority shall take responsibility for executing the DSO's objectives i.e. organising activities and works within the Oasis, issuance of permits for firms to operate in the Oasis, providing the infrastructure of buildings and other necessary services, providing firms operating at DSO with technicians, skilled labourers and other types of employees; collection of fees against services delivered by the Oasis; establishing of an investment fund to the benefit of firms and individuals operating in the Oasis and to allow investors to partake in the Fund. Article (5) stipulates the designing, manufacturing, distribution and re-distribution of products connected to modern technologies; assembling and packaging of products manufactured within or outside the Oasis; and provision of educational and training services.

The other Articles stipulate laws that regulate the functioning of DSO; exemption of operating companies from all taxes and customs; exemption of companies and individuals from income taxes for 50 years; that the Oasis companies and individuals operating at DSO shall not be subjected to laws and regulations of Dubai Municipality or the Economic Development Department or the Rent Committee, except for the laws and regulations pertaining to the environment.

Dubai's Ruler has also issued a decree stipulating that the civil aviation department shall be authorised to fund and develop its own projects through bank loans and bonds or through Islamic funding.

The Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) will be the first and only purpose-built industrial park for the semiconductor industry… expected to represent businesses across the semiconductor value-chain.

Spread across 6.5 million sq m, DSO will provide:
Developed land for customized buildings
Ready-built space (with power, water, telecom, datacom)

Dubai Silicon Oasis will be the definitive environment for the global semiconductor industry and will provide every facility required for success in today's fast-changing world: from incubators, to networking and outsourcing support, business link-ups, venture capital, consulting, etc…

The Dubai Silicon Oasis will be a self-contained environment with convention and conference centres, banks, healthcare clinics, fitness centres, swimming pools, food courts etc…

The most authoritative and comprehensive portal on the semiconductor industry will be managed out of DSO, which will knit together the significant players in the semiconductor industry. The portal will be configured to be an excellent marketing vehicle with the potential to create enormous business opportunities

The Dubai Silicon Incubation Centre (DSIC) at DSO will provide facility for Broadband and Wireless Incubation for the development and commercialization of Intellectual Property and will help create regional enterprises at the top end of the technology spectrum.

An Institute Of Technology will come up at DSO to help train and develop local technical talent and expertise.

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Kewl!!! Its finally official.

-Face81
:jippo:

was wondering what this is when i drove emirates road.

website is: http://www.dso.ae

I think its behind Junction2, near the back end of the Burj Dubai site.

-Face81
:jippo:

Thank gaaaaawd some 1 finally got info about this project. their website has nothing tho. I was wondering if face could get zoom ins of those pics so that we could see them. i mean the whole slide show effect is great and thanks for them but it would be nice to see all of them. oh and congrats on your 110th post!!!!!!!!!!!! It is indeed a great achievement. I informed the ppl of dubai bout the burj duabi and u informed the world we would make a great team!:cheers1: :master:

R :dance:

oh wow another huge business park
they keep makign these

this is a high-tech business park

shame not high density

not everything can have high density, but a business actually should i think! doesn't matter too much

just hope its better done than DMC

UPDATE:
This project is now quickly gaining momentum:

Dubai Silicon Oasis to market its services from next year

Dubai : The Dubai Silicon Oasis represents Dubai's first attempt to get into the core of the multi-layered global IT industry.

The stakes are indeed high for the project because it will be looking to develop its potential in one of the most competitive, and technologically advanced, IT sub-sectors.

In an update on the project's track record, Gulf News speaks to Dr Salem Abuzeid, chief marketing officer of Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO).

Can you give me a date-on status of the DSO project? Has allotment of land been completed?

We have a well-known local consultant already assigned to the project. DSO has been allocated a 7.2 million square metre parcel of land. Its subdivision will be completed by Q4 2004 and the land will be available for construction by the tenants by Q4 2005.

Also, the DSO headquarters complex will be ready for occupancy by Q1 2006 and will be mostly allocated for the Microelectronic Innovation Center expansion and related activities.

This is as far as the activities on the main DSO site. In the meantime, DSO has established the Microelectronic Innovation Center and its services will be available for customers on December 1, 2004.

Any other areas DSO is looking at in the immediate future?

DSO is a project that is going to come to fruition over 20 years.

The first phase is creating the Microelectronics Innovation Center which is focused on providing the right environment to attract and retain the most critical part of the microelectronics supply chain the design companies.

These design companies are creating the next generation wireless, multimedia and communications products. In addition to the MIC, we are also focused on attracting system manufacturing and assembly enterprises.

There is also an effort under way to create a DSO training academy that will focus on providing training in advanced chip design in partnership with various suppliers as well as working closely with the leading universities of the UAE to integrate these latest technologies in the engineering curriculum.

Go to the new towers section where i have posted a rendering.

-Face81
:jippo:

a shame there are no highrises in the renders

a shame there are no highrises in the renders

Knowing Dubai and their love for putting up sky scrapers at the drop of a hat :crazy:, I am sure they will eventuall announce some ultra luxury living accomodation within the Silicon Oasis at some point. And I am betting that it will come in the form of some sort of skyscrapers that look like keyboards on their sides or Integrated Circuits! :hilarious:

-Face81
:jippo:

:lol:
yes, as dubai is very well-known for changing plans frequently,... who knows? ;)

a map

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the residential villa development may look like this

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nice lay out heaps of residentual again
like the low density looks like the 60s a little
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looks a bit like emirates living, but it's quite nice
not everything has to be high-rise

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) commences 'Phase One' construction

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the world's premier purpose-built high-technology park for Microelectronics and Semiconductor research, development and production has announced that it has signed up with Arabtec, a contracting agency based in Dubai to commence construction of 560 Residential Villas inside DSO.


The villas, which are part of the Phase One execution, are going to be constructed at the Southern part of the 700-hectare project located in Nad Al Shibba area of Dubai. The project is aimed to fulfill the residential requirements of the employees of companies within DSO and surrounding areas.

Commenting on the residential villas project, Adel Ghafan, Director, Technical Department of Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA) and DSO said, 'To truly develop into an advanced integrated electronic technology park, DSO has to offer a full service proposition to its host companies. The residential district within DSO is a strategic initiative aimed at creating convenient living spaces for technologists and other employees working in DSO as well as surrounding areas, complete with all modern amenities to cater to their needs and help them lead a well-balanced lifestyle.'

The residential complex, which is expected to be completed in the first half of 2006, will house excellent familial recreation and entertainment amenities, including a club house, that includes a multipurpose hall for family and community gatherings; a state of the art gymnasium; a swimming pool; mini shopping center and a play ground for children.

DSO has also announced that its infrastructure design will be finalized by end of 2004, following which construction will commence in phases. The design for the DSO Headquarter Complex is in the final stages of completion and the Complex will be ready in the first half of 2006.

Further to the higher management instructions, a revised study had been carried for the Building Regulation of DSO Sub-division plan to increase the heights of the buildings that fulfill the Urban Pattern of the land keeping the Floor Area Ratio the same as approved.

Arabtec to build villas in Silicon Oasis complex

Dubai: Dubai Silicon Oasis has signed up with Arabtec, the contracting company, to build 560 residential villas in the complex.

The villas, which are part of the Phase One execution, are going to be constructed at the southern part of the 700-hectare project located in Nad Al Sheba area of Dubai. The project is aimed to fulfill the requirements of the employees of companies within DSO and surrounding areas.

Commenting on the project, Adel Ghafan, director at the technical department of Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA) and DSO, said: "To truly develop into an advanced integrated electronic technology park, DSO has to offer a full service proposition to its host companies.

"The residential district within DSO is a strategic initiative aimed at creating convenient living spaces for technologists and other employees working in DSO as well as surrounding areas, complete with all modern amenities to cater to their needs and help them lead a well-balanced lifestyle."

The residential complex, which is expected to be completed in the first half of 2006, will house recreation and entertainment amenities, including a club house, that includes a multi-purpose hall for family and community gatherings; a state-of-the-art gymnasium; a swimming pool; mini shopping centre and a playground for children.

DSO has also announced that its infrastructure design will be finalised by end of 2004, following which construction will commence in phases. The design for the DSO Headquarters Complex is in the final stages of completion and the complex will be ready in the first half of 2006.

i drove around this complex two days ago and could't see any construction at all

Benaa launches Dh300m project in Silicon Oasis

Dubai: Benaa Development yesterday launched a Dh300 million project, Arabian Heights Residences, at the Dubai Silicon Oasis.

The project is part of the residential cluster of the Dubai Silicon Oasis, which is set to become the centre of the region's semiconductor business.

Construction of the 440-apartment complex is set to begin during the last quarter of this year.

The project, currently under final stage of designing, will be completed by the fourth quarter of 2007.

All apartments will be offered on a freehold basis, officials said. Arch Group has been assigned the design of the project.

Dr. Mohammad Al Zarooni, Chief Executive of Dubai Silicon Oasis, said: "To truly develop into an advanced integrated technology park, Dubai Silicon Oasis has to offer a full service proposition to its community.

"The Arabian Heights development will thus play an important role in achieving our goal of making Dubai Silicon Oasis one of the world's leading centres of advanced electronic innovation, design and development."

As the first residential development announced for Dubai Silicon Oasis, officials said, Arabian Heights promises to be in high demand. Prices for studios to two-bedroom apartments will range from Dh330,000 to Dh1.2 million, including parking.

Sultan Hareb, Director of Benaa Development, said, "The architecture provides a fusion of Arabic and Islamic design elements resulting in a unique development that truly harmonises with the culture and history of the region."

Tender document for the civil engineering works will be out next month, Hareb said.

The 15-storeyed Arabian Heights features 440 stylish apartments, each with a balcony or courtyard and facilities of a five-star resort.

Benaa is in talks with a number of banks to facilitate mortgage financing for the project.

"We are negotiating with a number of banks to provide 70 per cent mortgage finance for our buyers. We hope to make a deal soon," Hareb said.

Dubai Silicon Oasis, AMA sign deal

DUBAI Silicon Oasis (DSO), the industrial technology park for the microelectronics and semiconductor industry, signed an agreement with AMA Group Holdings Corporation (AMACU) of the Philippines to provide hi-tech education to specialise in technology sectors.

DSO Vice-Chairman and Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority (Dafza) Director-General Mohammed Al Zarouni and AMACU Chairman Amable Aguiluz signed the 15-year renewable contract at Dafza recently.

"The key objective of partnering with AMACU is to ensure that we have adequate number of professionals to meet the future needs of the hi-tech companies to exist in DSO," Zarouni said.

"It is our duty to facilitate the progress of the companies operating out of Silicon Oasis by means of preparing the ground for new graduates in the field of hi-tech," he said.

Zarouni said it was essential to create a strong academic platform to produce the right candidates specialised in microelectronics, semiconductors, optoelectronics and mechanical electronics to take up the responsibilities of running and operating the hi-tech operations.

"We are aware of the urgent needs for professionals in the technical fields, therefore we shall spare no effort to assist building the favourite infrastructure to train those professionals who we think would pilot the entire technical operations in the DSO's companies," Zarouni stated.

He said DSO is ready to put things in place for the new institution to commence their operation by 2007.

One of the main goals of Silicon Oasis is to link up industrial technology and academic circles to achieve the long term goal of serving DSO target customers across the electronics value chain.

For a major project of this kind, it is always prudent to interact with hi-tech academic institutions to assure continuous supply with the right and required professionals. This will bring tremendous value to our client companies who are in search for professionals, Zarouni said.

Aguiluz said AMACU can play a key role in the creation of infrastructure for IT education in a number of countries in Asia and Arab world.

Our plans to move to Dubai Silicon Oasis is to provide hi-tech education for future professionals will yield immeasurable output of great value to us and to the entire region, he said.

The IT University premises will be located at the DSO Headquarters at Nad Al Sheba area, said Aguiluz.

We are going to offer various educational programmes, including electrical, electronic and computer Engineering, microelectronics, mechatronics, business administration and business law, he said.

Eesa Bastaki, DSO's technology and development director, said: We are moving in the right direction by developing education infrastructure for the new generation and future business leaders. He said AMACU education system provides high electronic and computer technology education specialised in areas of future need.

it's looking very good!!!

Silicon Oasis joins hands with UAE University

Dubai :
Dubai Silicon Oasis and Al Ain-based UAE University yesterday sign-ed a partnership agreement to provide the latter with the latest educational software program in designing and verification of integrated microchips.

The agreement was signed by Dr Mohammad Al Zarouni, director-general of Dubai Silicon Oasis, and Dr Hadef Al Daheri, vice-chancellor of UAE University.

Dr Al Zarouni said that the agreement is in line with the UAE Government's policy to develop a knowledge-based society by introducing advanced technological programmes in college curricula.

"The key objective of partnering with UAE University is to ensure that we have an adequate number of hi-tech professionals specialised in Integrated Chip (IC) technology to meet the growing needs of the companies that will exist in Dubai Silicon Oasis," he said.

Tech-savvy workforce

"The agreement is part of the plan to create and develop an efficient workforce enabling technology transfer and providing proper technology infrastructure to companies planning to establish themselves in the Microelectronic Innovation Centre."

Dr Al Daheri, said, "We have a profound understanding of the need to develop high-tech industry in the UAE and the entire region.

"We are privileged to be associated with Dubai Silicon Oasis and we shall spare no effort to attain the common goals."

Ahmad inspects Dubai Silicon Oasis site

The new headquarters of Dubai Silicon Oasis in Nad Al Sheba will be ready to host technology companies, especially those specialising in microelectronics, by the end of next year, a senior official of the high-tech park said yesterday.

Companies operating from the temporary site of the Oasis will also relocate to the new premises. Shaikh Ahmad Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman of the Oasis, visited the construction site yesterday.

"Our key objective is to set up a favourable business environment for technology firms seeking opportunities in Dubai," he said.

DSO's new headquarter to be ready by ’06-end

6 July 2005

DUBAI — The new headquarter of Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) at Nad Al Sheba area will be ready by the end of 2006, to host new technology-manufacturers and firms specialised in microelectronics. This was disclosed yesterday by a senior official of DSO.

The firms currently operating at the temporary site of DSO will also shift to the new headquarters.

Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, chairman, DSO, visited the site of the new (DSO) headquarter and said: “The excavation works to construct the main icon and side towers of the project started three weeks ago with the next stage in progress. Our key objective is to set up favourable business environment for the technology-firms seeking opportunities in Dubai. The completion of the new DSO development will put Dubai in the map of the major technology-industry nations with a number of hi-tech firms operating here. ’’

He added: “It wouldn't be wise to invite high-tech firms without preparing the suitable infrastructure that help them run their business smoothly . With this major achievement, Dubai can play as the technology incubator of the future in the Middle East. Such unique projects meant to maintain robust growth in the emirate of Dubai and increase its overall Gross Domestic Product (GDP). To that end we shall not hesitate to support magnitude development that replicate on the revenues. Dr Mohammed Al Zarouni, director-general, DSO said, “This project is highly sophisticated and needs a lot of technical specification, therefore we have been very selective in assigning the contractors to execute the job. The new headquarter is expected to attract a large number of international companies in addition to the ones already existing here.’’

The project will include the headquarter, staff residence, industrial and educational areas and The 560-villas project is expected to be completed by early February 2006, concluded Al Zarouni.

Dubai Silicon Oasis granted independence


Dubai: The Dubai Silicon Oasis will operate as an independent authority according to a Decree issued yesterday by His Highness Shaikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
Decree No (16) 2005 stipulates the establishment of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA).

Simultaneously, Law No (30) has been issued appointing Shaikh Ahmad Bin Saeed Al Maktoum as chairman of the new body, and Dr Mohammad Ahmad Al Zarouni as vice-chairman with immediate effect, according to a press statement yesterday.

Until now Dubai Silicon Oasis, launched in 2002, was operating under the Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority (Dafza). The DSOA will now enjoy a judicial status and financial and administrative independence.

The objectives of DSOA include facilitating and promoting modern industries in the emirate, and establishing an international centre that specialises in the development, design, and production of modern technology.

It will seek to develop, design and produce bio-technology; formulate and apply strategic policies and plans targeted to attract capital, and large international corporations specialising in modern technology to operate in the DSOA.

It will also contribute to the success of the government's general plan for the economic development of the emirate in all fields, through the development and training of nationals specialised in modern technology.

The new authority will seek to provide appropriate circumstances, environment and infrastructure for institutions and corporations operating in the DSOA and help them perform their licensing operations within the zone.

It will coordinate and cooperate with all government authorities and specialised local and international institutions and organisations with the purpose of fostering modern technological industries and widen the knowledge about intellectual property and patents, in co-operation with government departments, authorities and agencies in the emirate.

The complex will also aim to provide support and protection for research work and studies, in the development of modern technical applications, inventions, intellectual and industrial property rights of the DSOA partners.

It will also provide a global source of information for technology and to participate in international research programmes and conferences.

US-based Ethercom ties up with Dubai Silicon Oasis

California-based EtherCom Corporation signed a deal with Dubai Silicon Oasis to open a design and manufacturing center for network connectivity solutions in the latter's Micro- and Optoelectronics-focused Technology Park, announced Dr Salim Abuzeid, Chief Marketing Officer, DSO.

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Headquarters


Nafis Ahmad, Founder & President of EtherCom Corporation said: 'Currently, focused on developing networking solutions for SOHO, industrial, corporate and government agencies as well as prime US government contractors, EtherCom has specifically targeted the Middle East as one of the world's fastest-growing networking markets.

'The primary reasons for selecting DSO lies in the proximity large and potential markets, excellent infrastructure and logistics, the ability to meet increasing customer demands and access to readily available workforce in a very competitive tax free operating environment,' added Ahmad.

'Even the quality of life afforded in Dubai makes DSO the right location for our operation.' The opening of Intercom's design hub will facilitate the sharing of advanced design methodology, design tools and end-to-end design.'
There is a substantial demand for these products with the global networking market rose more than 90 per cent in 2004.Worldwide Metro Ethernet equipment revenue hit $ 3.8 billion in 2004 and is projected to double to $ 7.6 billion by 2008, according to Infonetics Research's latest report.

Dr Salem Abuzeid, said: 'Intercom's move to establish a design center at the Dubai Silicon Oasis reaffirms the strategy that is being developed and implemented to attract and retain global companies operating in electronics supply chain including integrated circuit design. The presence of EnterCom's design center marks another important step in the development of Dubai Silicon Oasis, he said. EtherCom is a key partner in DSO's collaborative approach to developing one of the world's leading microelectronics-based technology parks for advanced electronic innovation, design, development and manufacturing.

'EtherCom plans to tap into a rapidly growing fiber optic Ethernet and industrial Ethernet market in the Gulf and North Africa region.DSO site will enable the firm to foster stronger relations with regional customers as well as their design center in Bangladesh.

'Our objective is to attract some of the world's best known high technology firms to enable the region's transition into knowledge-economy, said Abuzeid.This partnership deal with EtherCom proves that DSO provides a viable alternative and a suitable environment for international companies to operate effectively, he added. The continuous support of the Government of Dubai has been instrumental in DSO's ability to execute this strategy.' concluded Abuzeid.

From www.ameinfo.com
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DSO launches Le Solarium

Credo has launched the Le Solarium office building at the Dubai Silicon Oasis, and is open for bookings now. This 71,000 sqft landscaped mid-rise building has parking for 600 cars, modern security systems and a variety of office sizes. Visit, www.credouae.com.

A new contract of 7.4 billions for building a silicon factory or something like that.

this project is bigger than i thought
and 7.4 B that's huge man!!

Dubai Silicon Oasis has signed a deal with France-based CMP that will see the company fabricate and package chip designs out of the technology park for research laboratories and educational facilities. CMP focuses on brokering integrated circuits and micro electro-mechanical systems.

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Dr. Eesa Bastaki, Director of Technology and Development at DSO

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) today announced that LSI Logic Corporation (NYSE: LSI) is establishing a semiconductor design and engineering development center focused on the design of high performance consumer electronics solutions.

The LSI Logic development center will be located at the DSO Microelectronics Innovation Center.

LSI Logic is a technology leader that provides silicon to systems capabilities for the consumer electronics, storage and custom solutions markets. DSO is a strategic initiative of the government of Dubai to build a global microelectronics technology park providing turnkey design and development facilities for the electronics industry.

The agreement between DSO and LSI Logic was signed by Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority and Wilfred J. Corrigan, chairman of the LSI Logic Board of Directors during a special signing ceremony at the Gulf IT Expo (GITEX) 2005 opening at the World Trade Center in Dubai.

Praising the initiative of establishing a design center in Dubai, Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of DSO said, 'DSO has been created to attract the world's renowned high technology firms. LSI Logic's initiative further enables the region's transition into a thriving knowledge economy. The LSI Logic agreement solidifies our ability to provide the right environment for companies to operate here, making Dubai a world class location for multi-national high technology firms to establish cost-effective R&D and manufacturing operations'.

DSO has been created to attract the world's leading high technology companies that are looking to maintain technological leadership position in their markets. Establishing an integrated circuit (IC) design facility near a large pool of engineering talent provides companies with a key ingredient for continued technological innovation that is required to deliver increasingly sophisticated products that can meet consumer demand at competitive prices. Dubai is the ideal location for companies looking to attract diverse engineering talent for their research and development activities.

'This agreement with LSI Logic establishes the presence of the first multi-billion dollar leading semiconductor company that will be conducting design activity in the region for the very first time,' said Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Al Zarouni, Vice Chairman of DSO. 'This confirms the successful strategy that is being implemented to attract and retain companies that play an integral part in the global electronics supply chain.'

'Approximately, 60 percent of LSI Logic's second quarter semiconductor revenues came from overseas customers with Asia being the company's largest foreign market,' said Corrigan. 'We have always strived to develop a global workforce and position our engineering talent in close proximity with our worldwide customers.'

"DSO is delighted to establish this strong partnership with LSI Logic. We fully understand their requirements for superior quality and performance from design onward,' said Dr. Jürgen Knorr, CEO of DSO. 'Our key objective is to create a platform equipped with the entire infrastructure and facilities required by global technology firms that are looking to expand offshore for their IC design, IP development and advanced manufacturing/system assembly.'

'We are establishing a development capability in Dubai for our Consumer Products Group,' said Saeid Moshkelani, LSI Logic vice president of Engineering Consumer Products. 'We are expanding our development capacity in order to take advantage of the high growth opportunities in the consumer electronics marketplace.'

The agreement enables LSI Logic to cost effectively develop consumer electronics products solutions by tapping into the regional pool of engineering design talent and deliver the products to the market in a timely fashion. Dubai's strict stance and enforcement of intellectual property (IP) protection, close proximity to the regional growth markets combined with efficient transport and distribution facilities, corporate tax incentives and exemptions are prime encouragement factors for private sector development. The establishment of 'free zones' such as DSO, has led Dubai to be a business hub for multi-national companies looking for state-of-the-art infrastructure and liberal regulatory framework, which are conducive to quickly and efficiently establishing their hi-tech operations.

From al-Khaleej

2005-09-28

واحة دبي للسليكون تعتزم زيادة استثماراتها إلى 4 مليارات دولار

قال الدكتور محمد الزرعوني نائب رئيس واحة دبي للسليكون ان الواحة تجري مباحثات مع عدة شركات عالمية بهدف التوصل الى اتفاق لانشاء مصنع كبير متخصص في صناعة رقائق الكمبيوتر بقيمة ملياري دولار، تضاف الى ملياري دولار اخرى تمثلها 14 شركة حاليا داخل الواحة.

وقال الزرعوني ل “رويترز”: “ينتظر ان ينتج المصنع الدوائر الالكترونية لخدمة احتياجات دول المنطقة”.

وأحدث الشركات التي انضمت الى الواحة هي شركة ( ال.اس.اي ) الامريكية التي وقعت اتفاقا مع الواحة لتصميم مركز لتصميم وتطوير الرقائق الالكترونية واشباه الموصلات في الواحة. رويترز



DSO increases investments to USD 4 billion

Dr. Mohammed al-Zarooni, Assistant Director of DSO, stated that they are in talks with several international companies in order to set up a semiconductor development and manufacturing base worth USD 2 billion. 14 other companies in the freezone currently have a total investment of USD 2 billion. The latest addition was American LSI.

AMA to open Dubai campus

AMA Education System (AMAES) is setting up a campus in Dubai as part of the IT school’s foreign expansion.

The AMA University will be set up within a five-hectare property at the sprawling Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) IT facility.

AMAES Chair Amable Aguiluz recently entered into a partnership with DSO General Manager and Dubai Crown Prince Shiekh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. However, Aguiluz did not disclose the amount of investments made to the Dubai campus.

Aguiluz said the facility will provide University-level courses, such as computer science and engineering to the growing Filipino community in Dubai as well as for other nationalities. He added that graduates of the Dubai school would feed Dubai’s demand for skilled IT workers.

The school will start building on February next year and is expected to be operational by the start of Dubai’s school year in September 2006.

“Due to the enormity of the project, it will be divided into phases so we could monitor precisely the developments,” Aguiluz stated.

Pegasus picks up commercial property at DSO

Dubai: Dubai-based Pegasus Realty paid out Dh30 million for a parcel of prime commercial property at Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the purpose-built technology park, with future plans to provide international clients with commercial real estate solutions, as well as attract multi-national companies by promoting the DSO.

DSO is a science and technology-based industrial park located in Nad Al Sheba, the southeastern part of Dubai City. Currently, the site consists of 700 hectares dedicated to leading edge semiconductor and microelectronics manufacturing industries.

"With this strategic deal we have strengthened our portfolio of real estate offerings in high value commercial property in UAE," said Imtiaz Panjwani, managing director of Pegasus Realty.

"DSO adds significant value and variety to our wide portfolio of real estate. Going ahead we intend to invest an additional Dh100 million in this project and attract global technology companies to set up base in Dubai parallel to the objectives of DSO."

With its focus on next-generation technology and wireless electronics innovation, investments in DSO are expected to exceed $10 billion over a period of 20 years.

Al Zarouni have said that they expect this project to contribute about 15 to 20% of Dubai's GDP.

well it is huge but .. can you believe it?

lol i can hear the americans, ahhh dubai can only build this because of DSO .. :lol:

imagine in 10 years Dubai's GDP will be around (AED 275) $70 billions hopefully, which means the DSO will give us around (AED 38.5) $10.5 billions.

wow :shocked:

imagine in 10 years Dubai's GDP will be around (AED 275) $70 billions hopefully, which means the DSO will give us around (AED 38.5) $10.5 billions.

wow :shocked:

This some thing Sinagapoura did in the past with a lot of succes, the same can be said about taiwan.

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'Play' button pressed for new Dh1b facility
By Kokila Jacob, Staff Reporter

Dubai: DVD and CD manufacturer Planet Optical Disc is planning a second facility with a Dh1 billion investment at the Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO).

Subhash Dudani, chairman of the Dubai Airport based firm, said more than half the investment is for equipment designed to cater to new disc formats soon to be introduced.

The rest was for the facilities which will be one of the largest of its kind in the region, he said.

"We are in the process of finalising the site at the DSO and hope to start operations a year from now," said Dudani.

Planet Optical Disc, set up in 1999, offers total turnkey services of glass mastering and manufacturing of CD and DVD formats.

Dudani said the new project would be financed by raising up to 40 per cent equity within the group and 60 per cent by debt financing through financial institutions and equipment suppliers.

The launch of the new CD-R and DVD-R manufacturing facility recently accomplished the mission to provide all integrated digital media services under one roof, he said.

Main markets have been the Middle East region and Africa. "But for our high end products we cater to the global markets" said Dudani.

"We have maintained our competitive edge by providing top quality and services to the international and regional clientele," he said.

Optical Disc Systems, a magazine focusing on optical media manufacturing technology honoured Dudani with the 'Middle East Pioneer Award 2005' at the 4th Disc-Tech Dubai Conference, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Wednesday, a major buyer-seller meet of the optical media.

indeed the headquarter building is massive and at level 6 or 7

thousands of villas around it are completed

looks massive!!!

no towers as of now, but many craned in the background where they are supposed to rise

won't take long

many emirates airline pilots are located there ..........

more news, a little old, but still news:

Madison chips in with Silicon Boulevard
CONSTRUCTION UAE
23 Sep 2005

Local developer Madison Holdings has launched Silicon Boulevard, a AED 140 million ($38.1 million) residential and commercial development located in phase 1 of Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO). The project consists of the Park Terrace residential tower and the Park Avenue commercial tower with a mix of office and retail facilities. The local National Engineering Bureau (NEB) is the consultant. India’s Amal Corporation is the project manager (MEED 16:9:05).

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Jurgen Knorr, chief executive of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority, describes future plans. Rangarajan/Gulf News

Silicon Oasis aims for Dh14.68b investment

By Saifur Rahman, Business News Editor


Dubai: Dubai Silicon Oasis is poised to attract up to $4 billion (Dh14.68 billion) in direct investment in manufacturing of semi-conductors and electronic components, said a top official.

"We are spending Dh1.2 billion in infrastructure, head office and construction of 560 villas at the Dubai Silicon Oasis," Jurgen Knorr, chief executive of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), told Gulf News on Saturday.

"We have begun to allocate plots of land to investors to build facilities including residential apartments, office blocks and industrial facilities to manufacture semi-conductors.

"If everything works out as planned, we would attract between $2 to $4 billion in total investment at the DSO. We have already signed up with 80 companies which will soon go up to 100 in the coming months and bring in between 1,000 to 1,500 qualified professionals, designers and engineers at the DSO," he said.

Last year, it had signed up with LSI Logic, a $2 billion company to invest in DSO. Knorr said, DSO is in negotiations with four major semi-conductor players to have a presence here, while 10 smaller manufacturers are in the pipeline.

DSO, a facility being developed by Dubai Government, is spread over 7 million square metres of land. Once completed, it will attract global semi-conductor manufacturers to relocate to Dubai due to its cost effectiveness and a world-class infrastructure. It is part of Dubai Government's vision to transform the emirate into a knowledge economy as contribution of hydrocarbon to its GDP is reducing every year.

Globally, consumer electronics market is worth about $1.3 trillion annually, of which semi-conductor is worth about $250 billion and silicon is about $8 billion annually. The others are original equipment manufactuing (OEM) or outsourcing market while the rest is logistics and distribution market.

"We are trying to tap the $250 billion semi-conductor and $8 billion silicon manufacturing market," he said.

As many as 40 high-rise towers are being planned for construction at the site. These are being sold to investors/developers who will build the towers.

"Once completed, the DSO will be home to 150,000 residents, most of whom will also work here. So, we have a large infrastructure plan in place to manage the infrastructure, security and other civic facilities," he said.

DSO will have a residential cluster, an education, research and development cluster as well as manufacturing cluster for semi-conductor development. It has signed up with AMA University of the Philippines to groom technical graduates, while at the same time negotiating with a few US universities including George Washington University and Stanford University to build a campus at the DSO.

The universities will develop initially 400 graduates, which could triple once all the facilities become operational.

unfortunatly there has been some delays in this project as it was meant to take another direction in the beginning but they are trying to make up for it now which is a positive thing.

Dubai Silicon Oasis signed MoU with Jordan Ministry of Education and Scientific Research

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Jordanian Higher Education & Scientific Research Ministry to provide the Jordanian higher educational institutions and Universities with the latest software and equipments to design and develop microelectronics devices and circuits.
United Arab Emirates: 22 minutes ago

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Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President, DSO, and Dr. Khaled Toukan, Minister of Education & Scientific Research, Jordan signed the MoU in presence of a number of officials from both sides.

Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President, DSO, and Dr. Khaled Toukan, Minister of Education & Scientific Research, Jordan signed the MoU in presence of a number of officials from both sides.

'We are very pleased to provide Jordanian universities with the latest technology of software and equipment to design microelectronics devices and circuits, said Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. This will assist producing well-equipped graduates and skillful human resource to meet the needs of the growing technology industry in the Arab world. DSO is created to cater for technology in the entire region, hence we shall keep our promise to extend every possible help to leverage Arab institutions in terms of technology industry, added Shaikh Ahmed.

He added that, it is imperative for the Arab educational institutions to introduce the latest software programs, if they have to be on par with their counterparts in other countries of the world. One of the main goals of DSO is to link up industrial technology and academic circles to achieve the long term strategy of serving DSO target customers across the electronic value chain.

Dr. Khaled Toukan, said, 'Dubai is always known for its brave initiatives and continuous assistance to their Arab counterparts, thanks to the forward vision of the leaders.
He added 'Jordan is very much aware of the urgent needs for professionals in the technical fields of microelectronics and circuits therefore shall spare no effort to facilitate the introduction of the new software programs in the universities' curriculum. This would not be possible without facilitating instrumental means to capture on the advanced software programs to be provided by DSO.

Dr Mohammed Al Zarouni, Vice President, DSO, said the key objective of partnering with Jordanian universities is to ensure that we have adequate number of professionals to meet the future needs of the hi-tech companies to exist in DSO.He said, DSO will be providing advice on curriculum set-up that focuses on the microelectronics field.'

'According to the MoU DSO will cooperate with the Ministry of Education in Jordan in setting up and implementing scientific applied research and hands-on projects in the universities targeting the microelectronics field, where appropriate,' concluded Al Zarouni.

I was wondering why you find so much information on all the new enterprises that are going on in Dubai (Arabian Ranches, Emirates Hills, Jumeirah Island, Jumeirah Village and so many others), including websites, maps, press releases, photos, florplans and that sort of things but there's not much about Silicon Oasis... Does anyone out there know where I can find what I mentioned (photos, florplans, maps, official stuff, etc) on Silicon Oasis?
Thanks in advance!

Sorry, but I forgot to mention that I meant the Villas of Silicon Oasis...
That's what I'm interested in...

from all the projects that have been launched in DSO, not a single one is a villa development. all residential projects in DSO are flats as of right now. there are areas in DSO that have been zoned for low-density residential, which i assume will mean villas of some sort. but none launched thus far.

the reason why you are not bombarded with info on DSO, is because its not just freehold, its also a freezone. There was a long internal discussion about how to offer these two benefits to what kind of investors while still staying true to the purpose for DSO. This discussion is nearing its end, and you may see more of DSO in the coming months.

For more info on DSO, check out the main website for it - www.dso.ae.

As for actual projects in DSO, there are about 12 listed on Emporis. Developers range from Bonyan to HAN to Tameer. But as of right now, all residentials there are flats.

Termi nader,
Thank you for your reply but I think you are missinformed about the villas in Silicon Oasis; check out this site...

http://medlem.spray.se/peterhop/

Go in "Dubai" and then "Silicon Oasis", and see all the pictures this person has made of the settlement... Seems EK will be allocating it's pilots in these villas. I just want to see the floor plans and general area map and know why there hasn't been any ads about it...
Thank you again,
VIDA!!!

Hi Vida,

the villa development is in the low-density residential area, like i had said. But i was unaware that they had already gotten this far in the development.

if you see the zone plan on the DSO website, the siteplan for the villas (the last pic in the collection) corresponds to the two low-density residential zones on the South West corner of DSO (the two big yellow patches on the left).

From my conversations with people at DSO, freehold ownership was to apply only to property purchased in the peripheral area of DSO, what they refer to as the "Admin Zone". Offices and residences in the inner area were not to be sold on a freehold basis, although it wasn't entirely clear on the phone as to exactly which areas will be considered as admin zone, and which wont.

I'm assuming that the villas you're referring to do not fall into the admin zone, which is why they werent advertised - they're probably not freehold.

Offices built in the centre of DSO will also not be freehold according to the folks there, and will be rented out only to semiconductor and IT companies, much like DIC and DMC.

Silicon Oasis seeks to attract companies worldwide

Dubai: Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), which has thrown down the gauntlet to Silicon Valley and other prestigious centres of high-tech innovation, is embarking on a worldwide campaign to woo companies to its 7.2 million square metre site.

Shahla Ahmad Abdulrazak, deputy to the chief executive of DSO, said she will soon be pitching the free zone to high-tech companies in the US, Europe and the Far East. She plans to tout the tax-free structure and the state-of-the-art physical and communications infrastructure as major selling points.

"Dubai is structured in such a way that people with different incomes are able to live here," she said. "That's a big advantage for owners of companies and also workers."

Another selling point is the offer of partnership, and she said DSO is interested in allying with high-tech firms in exchange for equity interest.

DSO offers companies land to develop R&D facilities or to move in to manufacturing warehouses and office space. It was conceived as another master-planned industrial zone to help sustain and enhance the UAE's robust economic growth.

In addition to companies seeking research and development centres, Silicon Oasis has also reached out to companies to set up regional bases as well as marketing and customer service centres.

Many buildings are yet to be completed. However, over two dozen companies have already set up shop there, according to Abdulrazak, including TV manufacturers and chipmakers such as LSI Logic. She said the industrial zone plans to be fully occupied by the end of 2007.

what about Donna towers?

http://www.donnatowers.com/

Thread:

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=377881

^^
thank you,

but i cant see the thread unless i click on the link u provided

Dubai Silicon Oasis to build 750 new villas

Dubai: Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the emirate's own version of Silicon Valley, will build 750 new villas at its 7.2 million square metre facility, said a top official.

"We have invested Dh3.5 billion that includes the infrastructure, landscaping, 560 villas, staff accommodation and a sewage treatment plant as well as the DSO headquarters," Shahla Ahmad Abdul Razak DSO deputy CEO, told Gulf News yesterday.

"Construction of the new villas will begin early next year. Apart from that, we have already approved the construction of 40 towers, part of the 180 plots we have, with a total investment of Dh2.8 billion. A further Dh200 million is estimated to be invested in industries at DSO."

DSO has attracted 30 companies, who have engaged 180 engineers. Last year, it had signed up with LSI Logic, a $2 billion company to invest in DSO. Razak said DSO is in negotiations with four major semi-conductor players to have a presence here, while 10 smaller manufacturers are in the pipeline.

"We all are going to move to the DSO headquarters building by first quarter 2007. We have also received 45 new applications during the last month for setting up businesses at DSO," she said.

"Some of these companies will start commercial operations by making products for the global markets."

DSO is part of the Dubai government's vision to attract investment in high-tech industries, especially electronics components, semiconductors and micro-chips.

Globally, the consumer electronics market is worth about $1.3 trillion annually, of which the semi-conductor business is worth about $250 billion and silicon is about $8 billion annually. The others are original equipment manufactuing (OEM) or outsourcing market while the rest is logistics and distribution market.

"Once completed, DSO will host more than 100,000 residents who can live and work within the community," she said.

Despite a relatively high level of success, DSO hasn't been able to attract international semiconductor and chipmakers such as Samsung and LG as well as software developers like Microsoft.

"I can not reveal their names, but we are in close contact and negotiations with some of the leading players in the industry," she said.

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u can spot the Madison towers on the very right of the first picture, small, blue, facing the villas.

my apartement will have all glass outer wall facing the HQ.
:)

DSO investments exceed Dh5.8b
By Mohammad Ezz Al Deen, Staff Reporter



Dubai: Investments in Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) exceed Dh5.8 billion, a senior DSO official said yesterday.

"The Dh5.8 billion investments include infrastructure, landscaping, villas, staff accommodation, sewage treatment plant as well as the DSO headquarters, besides the approved developers' investment in tens of towers," Shahla Ahmad Abdul Razak, DSO Deputy CEO, told Gulf News yesterday.

DSO, the emirate's own version of Silicon Valley, may increase or even double its investment in a few years as it receives new applications to set up businesses in the DSO zone.

DSO announced yesterday that Europe's Optical Disc Group and Solar Technologies Group will invest Dh112 million in the technology free zone.

The facility, expected to open late next year, will be the Middle East's first facility of its kind, and will generate skilled jobs for over 200 people.

Optical Disc Group is a supplier of equipment and technology for the optical media industry like CDs, DVDs and glass mastering.

"The optical media industry in the Middle East has grown at a rapid pace in the past five years, precipitating the need to develop research and development centres in the region that will design integrated optical disc solutions for the Middle East region and beyond," added Shala.

The agreement includes investment in the solar energy sector as well.

Solar Technologies Group will set up a processing centre for production of photovoltaic components, solar cells and panels.

"Solar energy is the future of creating clean and environmentally-friendly energy, our agreement with Solar Technologies Group will oversee the development of this important industry in the Middle East," added Shala.

Reda Shaybani, Managing Director of Optical Disc Group and Director of Solar Technologies Group, said his company's global turnover exceeded $800 million.

"After a long study of all technology parks and free zones in the UAE, we came to the conclusion that all our activities and specifically the photovoltaic technology is best suited to be in Dubai Silicon Oasis," Shaybani said.

Silicon Oasis to have chip design facility


Dubai could soon become an IT manufacturing hub for microchips as Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) announced plans to launch Dubai Circuit Design that aims to produce chip designs.

The new facility will complement existing regional and global integrated circuit design companies already at DSO.

The move is part of DSO’s long-term strategy to broaden its role in the creation of a knowledge-based economy and follows the establishment of the Microelectronic Innovation Centre two years ago.

Dr Mohammed Al Zarouni, Vice-Chairman and CEO of Dubai Silicon Oasis, said: “Dubai Silicon Oasis is committed to promoting and facilitating the development of an electronics-based industry in the UAE and the wider region. In today’s challenging and ever changing scientific world, we are left with no choice but to speed up to keep pace with the latest technology.” Integrated circuits are chips using micro-electronic technology and operate in products such as computers, mobile phones, TV sets, plasma displays and games consoles.The establishment of the design centre will bring design talent to Dubai.

Dubai could soon become an IT manufacturing hub for microchips as Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) announced plans to launch Dubai Circuit Design that aims to produce chip designs. The new facility will com- plement existing regional and global integrated circuit design companies already at DSO. The move is part of DSO’s long-term strategy to broad- en its role in the creation of a knowledge-based economy and follows the establishment of the Microelectronic Inn- ovation Centre two years ago. Dr Mohammed Al Zarouni, Vice-Chairman and CEO of Dubai Silicon Oasis, said: “Dubai Silicon Oasis is com- mitted to promoting and facil- itating the development of an electronics-based industry in the UAE and the wider region. In today’s challenging and ever changing scientific world, we are left with no choice but to speed up to keep pace with the latest technology.” Integrated circuits are chips using micro-electronic tech- nology and operate in prod- ucts such as computers, mobile phones, TV sets, plas- ma displays and games con- soles.The establishment of the design centre will bring design talent to Dubai.

18/02/2007

Dubai Silicon Oasis

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Dubai puts Dh14b into Silicon Oasis

Dubai: Dubai has invested Dh14 billion in a technology park the emirate is building to attract electronic industry companies.

So far 36 companies have signed up to start their activities from Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), a 7.2 square kilometre development on Emirates Road.

The project's first phase, launched in late 2002, has been completed and the second phase is now under way, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority's chief corporate services officer Juma Al Matroushi said.

"So far Dh14 billion has been invested in basic infrastructure, buildings and other facilities," he said.

The second phase is due for completion in the third quarter of 2008.

Dubai Silicon Oasis said yesterday it has tied up with US-based company Alliance Business Centres Network (ABCN) to operate a business centre within the technology park.

ABCN will offer ready-made offices to companies looking to set up operations in Silicon Oasis.

"The establishment of such a branded business centre will serve the purpose of attracting technology companies from all over the world through the quality prestigious services provided," he said.

Its UAE chairman Osama Salman said ABCN plans to spend Dh500 million on opening 30 offices across the Middle East.

"Dubai Silicon Oasis's advanced infrastructure and efficient regulations significantly contributed to our decision of establishing our regional head office in Dubai," he said, adding that the company hopes to become the region's largest provider of outsourced workplaces for companies and individual investors.

12/April/2007

Dubai Silicon Oasis advert, Al Dhiyafa Road

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Imre's back! :nocrook:

Was wondering if anyone out there has brought into silicone arch and what u think of it,the same with Palace Towers

Dubai Silicon Oasis reveals advanced infrastructure at Semicon Singapore

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the region's premier integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries, is targeting international technology giants at Semicon Singapore, taking place at Suntec City from May 8-10, 2007.

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Dubai Silicon Oasis.

DSO's yet another exposure at the leading international exhibition and conference events dedicated to Semiconductor Equipment, Materials and Services aims to attract foreign direct investment into Dubai through strategic partnerships with leading technology firms from around the globe.

Shahla Abdul Razak, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority, said: 'We are delighted to participate at this event that serves as a platform for technology presentation, offering free keynotes and live technical sessions. Along with a global exposure, we are looking forward towards meeting executives and technology experts who are the true torchbearers in their respective industries.'

She added that DSO is committed to growing its brand equity through an institutionalised approach to marketing and continued investment in its people, products and the communities in which it operates. Such premier events enable us not only to communicate our brand personality across the globe but also heighten the participating company's profile and visibility across the globe and offers faster access to these promising markets.

The 16 floor tower is done!!

Published: 23/05/2007 12:00 AM (UAE)

Silicon Oasis to get Dh1.55b project
Staff Report



Dubai: Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) yesterday unveiled a development valued at Dh1.55 billion in Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the region's version of the Silicon Valley.

The project, which is scheduled to finish by the first quarter of 2010, includes 1,042 residential villas. Construction has begun where the urban community is taking shape at DSO, an e-mailed statement said.

"The DSO is a city within a city, providing the perfect place to live and work for investors, entrepreneurs, and skilled talents in the technology industry," Dr Mohammad Al Zarouni, vice-chairman and chief executive of DSOA, said in a statement.


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"With the authority's initiatives to attract technology companies from different parts of the world to establish regional operations, DSOA saves no effort in providing a comfortable environment for employees operating at different companies within the city. With the quality standards set, this development project is expected to mark an exciting new chapter in the record of the region's first technology city. This landmark development will set the standards for future projects planned in the country, especially with the quality of design, area, and landscape."

Four categories

The villas will be classified into four categories - Luxury, Executive, Twin, and Town villas. These villas will by spread over 5,210 square feet, 3,186 square feet, 2,729 square feet and 2,476 square feet respectively.

DSO has been designed to function as a real integrated community.

Schools, academies, hospitals, shopping centres, health and leisure facilities, and many other lifestyle necessities are expected to be established within the Silicon Oasis.

Additionally, during the first phase more than 1,100 apartments, 560 villas, and several hotels have been built.

Published: 24/05/2007 12:00 AM (UAE)

Al Manal Development unveils Dh400m La Vista Residence
Staff Report



Dubai: Al Manal Development, a leading real estate developer in the region, yesterday unveiled La Vista Residence, a Dh400 million residential property development at Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) with a 100 per cent financing option.

Approved purchasers will be able to take advantage of a financing offer from Emirates Islamic Bank and Badr Al Islami, the Islamic financial arm of Mashreq Bank, where they will both provide 100 per cent financing with no down payment and mortgage payments beginning after purchasers move into their apartments.

"Once you get approval from the bank, the apartment is yours," said Al Manal Development chairman Juma Al Gurair. "Think of all the opportunities this hassle free offer has to provide for our potential customers."

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Shahla Ahmad Abdul Razak, deputy chief executive of DSO, said: "The project falls in line with DSO's aim to provide an integrated community, where DSO is saving no effort to provide a high standard of living to people who work within the technology park. Schools, academies, universities, mosques, hospitals, shopping centres, and health and leisure facilities have been designed to be included in the city." The project comprises seven residential buildings, each eight storeys high, offering a total of 832 residential units. The project will offer studio, one and two bedroom apartments and will be located in a prime area in DSO.

Construction of La Vista Residence will start in September with completion due at the end of 2008.

La Vista Residence prices starts from Dh530,000 for one bedroom apartments and from Dh675,000 for two bedrooms apartment.

"Based on prevailing rents in the market today, investing in Las Vista Residence will yield a minimum return of above 10 per cent for its owners." Said Al Ghurair.

Published: 29/05/2007 12:00 AM (UAE)

Memon arm unveils Dh80m project at DSO
Staff Report



Dubai: Memon Investments, the new property development arm of the Memon Group of Companies, yesterday launched the Cambridge Business Centre - an Dh80 million development project located in Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the region's hub for high-tech industries.

The launch of the commercial tower, which is targeted for completion in 2009, was made yesterday. The tower, which has been designed by award winning architectural and engineering firm, Eng. Adnan Saffarini, incorporates classic British architecture fused with progressive engineering and architectural acumen.


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Cambridge Business Centre follows the business and living community concept of DSO and will occupy a 160,000 square foot plot, which is strategically located within DSO.

Designed to stand out with its classic British architecture, the 10-storey tower is a mix of luxury and functionality, and will house 108 small, medium and large offices, each distinguished by a unique blend of contemporary design.

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Ahmad Shaikhani, Managing Director, Memon Investments, said, "The Cambridge Business Centre is set to compete with existing corporate addresses with its combination of cutting-edge technologies and luxurious amenities. This prestigious project is built around the DSO's technology-centric and integrated community concept and offers a highly wired work environment without compromising an elegant lifestyle. Our aim is to bring total convenience to business people by providing a modern workplace where they can also fulfill their personal needs."

Memon Investments as a property development arm will handle the Dh1 billion earlier earmarked by the Group for a range of property projects to be implemented by 2008.

this project needs to be way ahead of its current status ...

it should add atleast $30bn to the GDP when its in full swing

Good luck to every investitor...
Greetings

Thank You, I have purchased a 1100 sq ft office in the CBC, The odd thing is well it is quite clever, is there is car parking on every floor, so you can drive up to floor 7 and park your car outside your office. I you notice there are no rear views of the building, that Facade on the front is all you get.

Alan

I say invest in plastic technology (http://www.plasticlogic.com/) :cheers:

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I always asked myself but i couldn`t find an asnwer so i have to ask here.
WERE THE HELL IS THIS?

The location via google earth would be nice.

^^ here u go


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Thank you very much.
It`s really in the middle of nowhere. No wonder i haven`t seen the completed buildings.

Thank you very much.
It`s really in the middle of nowhere. No wonder i haven`t seen the completed buildings.

You have to remember most of the proposed developments in Dubai are in the 'middle of nowhere'.However in time the empty desert spaces will slowly fill with buildings and will join up to the completed buildings of today.As for Silicon Oasis at least this is a project that is well under way as opposed to many others.It already has hundreds of villas and is a great location considering the amount of workers projected for that area and its position to the airport.

You have to remember most of the proposed developments in Dubai are in the 'middle of nowhere'.However in time the empty desert spaces will slowly fill with buildings and will join up to the completed buildings of today.

You don`t need to educate me on that ;)

You don`t need to educate me on that ;)

Sorry bro,from the content of your last message figured I did

Decree issued for establishment of Dubai Silicon Oasis
BY A STAFF REPORTER

21 September 2004


DUBAI - His Highness Shaikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has issued, in his capacity a decree stipulating the establishment of ‘Dubai Silicon Oasis’ (DSO). Article (1) of the decree stipulates the establishment of a free zone to be named ‘Silicon Oasis’ that enjoys a judicial person's status and financial independence and that would be administered by the Free Zone Authority within boundaries and space demarcated as per the plan attached to the decree.

Article (3) stipulates the recruitment of major international firms specialised in manufacturing and development of modern technologies in Dubai and training of UAE nationals specialised in modern technologies. Article (4) stipulates that the authority shall take responsibility for executing the DSO's objectives i.e. organising activities and works within the Oasis, issuance of permits for firms to operate in the Oasis, providing the infrastructure of buildings and other necessary services, providing firms operating at DSO with technicians, skilled labourers and other types of employees; collection of fees against services delivered by the Oasis; establishing of an investment fund to the benefit of firms and individuals operating in the Oasis and to allow investors to partake in the Fund. Article (5) stipulates the designing, manufacturing, distribution and re-distribution of products connected to modern technologies; assembling and packaging of products manufactured within or outside the Oasis; and provision of educational and training services.

The other Articles stipulate laws that regulate the functioning of DSO; exemption of operating companies from all taxes and customs; exemption of companies and individuals from income taxes for 50 years; that the Oasis companies and individuals operating at DSO shall not be subjected to laws and regulations of Dubai Municipality or the Economic Development Department or the Rent Committee, except for the laws and regulations pertaining to the environment.

Dubai's Ruler has also issued a decree stipulating that the civil aviation department shall be authorised to fund and develop its own projects through bank loans and bonds or through Islamic funding.

The Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) will be the first and only purpose-built industrial park for the semiconductor industry… expected to represent businesses across the semiconductor value-chain.

Spread across 6.5 million sq m, DSO will provide:
Developed land for customized buildings
Ready-built space (with power, water, telecom, datacom)

Dubai Silicon Oasis will be the definitive environment for the global semiconductor industry and will provide every facility required for success in today's fast-changing world: from incubators, to networking and outsourcing support, business link-ups, venture capital, consulting, etc…

The Dubai Silicon Oasis will be a self-contained environment with convention and conference centres, banks, healthcare clinics, fitness centres, swimming pools, food courts etc…

The most authoritative and comprehensive portal on the semiconductor industry will be managed out of DSO, which will knit together the significant players in the semiconductor industry. The portal will be configured to be an excellent marketing vehicle with the potential to create enormous business opportunities

The Dubai Silicon Incubation Centre (DSIC) at DSO will provide facility for Broadband and Wireless Incubation for the development and commercialization of Intellectual Property and will help create regional enterprises at the top end of the technology spectrum.

An Institute Of Technology will come up at DSO to help train and develop local technical talent and expertise.

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Kewl!!! Its finally official.

-Face81
:jippo:

Has anyone seen evidence of this taking place?i.e where are the companies and the workers?as far as I know there are only villas and a few towers being built at the moment and no buisnesses operating.I've read there will be hundreds of thousands of workers here so have they started arriving?

You don`t need to educate me on that ;)


Wow you have a big ego when it comes to Dubai knowledge Tom ;)

Wow you have a big ego when it comes to Dubai knowledge Tom ;)

It`s not about knowledge. I don`t really know that much about projects in Dubai. I realised that when i met Altin and dubaiflo. ;)
But i believe in the future of Dubai and that in some years the entire area in your pic will be covered with villas, parks, skyscrapers, attractions,....
That`s what i wanted to say when i wrote the education post. I already believe in Dubai :)

so anyone know the state of play with S/O?

http://www.aryene.com/map/project_details.aspx?kid=101

New One?

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I say invest in plastic technology (http://www.plasticlogic.com/) :cheers:

trust me fahed there are more opportunities in the Semi conductors industry than in plastic :D

the project has been delayed because the initial idea was to set up a join venture between dubai gov represented by DSO and the german Gov. but something went wrong and the german company faced some trouble so it got delayed

I bought an apartment in DSO from Al Manal in their La Vista project and I started wondering about what companies are planning to move to DSO. I have only identified 2 technology companies at most and the more I studied Dubai's value proposition, the more convinced I am of its position as a Financial Center, without the economics justifying a significant high tech industry.

I am sure that companies are moving their R&D centers to India because of its abundance of relatively cheap engineering talent. Dubai is simply not strong in providing cheap engineering talent, even if their infrastructure is world-class.

Does anyone share my views? I work for an instrumentation company in Boston and I feel qualified to share my opinion.

I bought an apartment in DSO from Al Manal in their La Vista project and I started wondering about what companies are planning to move to DSO. I have only identified 2 technology companies at most and the more I studied Dubai's value proposition, the more convinced I am of its position as a Financial Center, without the economics justifying a significant high tech industry.

I am sure that companies are moving their R&D centers to India because of its abundance of relatively cheap engineering talent. Dubai is simply not strong in providing cheap engineering talent, even if their infrastructure is world-class.

Does anyone share my views? I work for an instrumentation company in Boston and I feel qualified to share my opinion.

As an investor in DSO this was interesting reading for me but not good news.I have also asked the question as to where all these companies are as having visited DSO last week on holiday from the UK I saw only mainly residential
buildings being constructed.However the DSO headquarter building is very impressive and gives me a little more confidence in that why build such a headquater if no businesses are to follow?This building will surely be occupied with many workers soon but what exactly will they be doing?If DSO doesnt turn into the bussiness park it was intended to be then I'm not too bothered as I believe it will just become another residential area with good access to main roads and the airport making it hopefull easy to rent there.Also its close location to Dubailand also makes this a good location.Does anyone else share my opinion?

Fischer Architects to design German Business Park at Dubai Silicon Oasis

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German Business Park FZCO, a joint venture between Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority and Bin Jabr Group of Abu Dhabi, has signed a contract with Fischer Architects of Mannheim, Germany, to prepare conceptual designs and preliminary engineering for its signature mixed-use development to be constructed within the headquarters district of Dubai Silicon Oasis, the region’s premier integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries.

In selecting Fischer Architects from a field of 6 top German architectural firms, the company’s Board of Directors recognized above all the powerful aesthetic statement and advanced technological dimensions of the building concept that was created by the firm’s principal, Claus Fischer, and his team of creative designers.

Commenting on the design concept, Claus Fischer summarized his objective “to create a German Business Park of Dubai not only as a highly functional platform for German businesses, but also as a dynamic sculptural statement destined to become an object of prestige in the world of German architecture by virtue of its powerful lines and its ingenious use of solar energy.”

Fischer added, “The shape of the building is reminiscent of two friends sitting peacefully together, with the podium serving as the surface for sitting and the towers being close friends in reflective conversation.” Within such a symbolic cultural and business framework is a landscaped roof garden with a 3-level deep atrium that serves as a central communications and commercial hub for the entire complex.

As an ecologically “green building,” the design takes advantage of the abundant sunlight to power its climate control systems, converting the sun’s heat into cool air. This system is so efficient that it produces a net gain in energy, which is then used to power some of the building’s other features. The evaporative cooling technology is a high-tech product including state-of-the-art solar absorber materials and accessories that are being economically integrated into the building’s superstructure and distinctive façade.

Scheduled for completion in late 2009, German Business Park will provide German companies with a full compliment of office space for sale, a business class hotel with adjunct serviced apartments, a luxury retail & restaurant area and underground parking for 1,700 cars all fully enclosed within its unique German styled environment. A part of the complex will also be the home of the German Centre Dubai, an exclusive business environment of offices, services and networks, firstly established by Landesbank Baden-Württemberg (LBBW), now operating in six other important cities world-wide (Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore, Yokohama, Jakarta and Mexico-City). The mission of the German Centre Dubai is to provide comprehensive support and dedicated office space to small and medium-sized German companies seeking to establish effective bases of operation in Dubai.



R

Was wondering if anyone had been to Cityscape and seen if there were any new developments displayed for DSO?

I could have attended Cityscape but got lazy. Wish I did. I visited DSO and saw some villas, the DSO headquarters building and a few construction sites.

Anyway, what's with the German Business Park? Catering to German companies? This is interesting.

Wow... that is a large area for such a niche industry... Really hope it becomes a success; cause that is truly a business ready for the future.

Gowealthy.com unveils Dh295m development
Staff Report
Published: November 27, 2007, 00:11


Dubai: Gowealthy.com, the region's global property and lifestyle brand offering comprehensive marketing solutions, on Monday unveiled the Dh295 million Axis Residences at the Dubai Silicon Oasis, a company statement said.

The project will be developed by Gulf General Investment Company (GGICO).

Due for completion in the fourth quarter 2008, the team behind the development and building of Axis Residences, GGICO ,has a proven track record with highly successful master developments including Horizon Towers and Emirates Crown in Dubai Marina and Olympic Park in Dubai Sports City.

Gowealthy.com will be exclusively handling the commercial sales and marketing of the building's 316 residential units.

Totalling 286,827 square metres of floor space and comprising eight floors of apartments and basement parking, Axis Residences provides tenants with modern and flexible interiors with spacious balconies and terraces that open onto landscaped courtyards and expansive greens.

Gowealthy.com will be offering a tailor-made payment plan.

"Gowealt-hy.com had the perfect balance between sales prowess and marketing savvy which will enable us to realise one of our goals of establishing another successful development," Mohammad Abdullah Juma Al Sari, deputy member of the board, GGICO, said.


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Can someone tell me is investing in a freehold property as I have done at DSO better
then another area which is leasehold?

^^ i thought DSO was leasehold

^^ i thought DSO was leasehold

I think its freehold or going to be.Its a freezone.

Does anyone know or think that the visit of Bill Gates to Dubai next month will include a visit to DSO with a view to possibly starting something there with Microsoft?

^^ what visit?

^^ what visit?
see gulf news today.Microsoft have organised a conference to be held in Abu Dhabi next month which he will be attending and then he will visit Dubai.

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Silicon Oasis authority has signed up 93 companies to operate there since only april.Microsoft are rumoured to be putting 30.000 workets there.This has to be a great place to invest residential or office.

I'm amazed at the lack of coverage on dubai forums of DSO.This is going to become a large commercial hub,a self-contained community with many workers.Easy to rent and good access to major roads.It may be slow getting of the ground but once its properly up and running I think property here will be a better investment than Sports City and Jum Village.

If you mean this Forum, it is mainly Skyscapers that they are interested in, so there is not much here going on.

Alan

Can someone tell me, what th main objective of this project is?

Can someone tell me, what th main objective of this project is?

DSO is a city within a city.It will have residential and commercial properties.Schools.Healthcare,Shopping Malls.It is designed for IT companies mainly.Go see teh DSO website.

Construction of residential realty project commences in Dubai Silicon Oasis

Al Manal Development, the premium realty developer behind some of landmark projects in Dubai has appointed two construction firms for their La Vista residential development in Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), as part of commencing work on the complex. The combined contract worth Dh250 million requires Zahrat Al Safa Construction Co. and Al Qandeel Contracting Co. (LLC) to begin work in March 2009, with the development expected to be completed by August 2009.

Chairman of Al Manal Development Mr. Juma Al Ghurair said: “We’re delighted to select reputable and reliable companies such as Zahrat Al Safa Construction Co. and Al Qandeel Contracting. We have every confidence that the construction will proceed smoothly and up to the high standards of quality that both companies are noted for.”

La Vista Residence project in Dubai Silicon Oasis comprises seven buildings each eight storeys high, offering a total of 832 residential units. The project has a total built up area of approximately 943,000 square feet, which will cover 290,000 square feet of DSO land. Once completed, this real estate project will offer studio, one and two bedroom apartments and will be located in a prime area in Dubai Silicon Oasis very close to Emirates Road, New Ring Road, Dubailand and Academic City.

Whats your source for this story?

i dont read magazines ..

Didnt say u did signora.So where did u see this?

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority demonstrates solid value proposition in Japan


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Dr. Jihad Kiwan, Executive Director Technology and Investment Generation, DSOA

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), a 100% owned free zone of the Government of Dubai, has announced its participation at the Global Semiconductor Forum (GSF), to be held from 27 February-1 March, 2008 at Hyatt Osaka in Japan to unveil a continuum of corporate services and highlight its high-tech infrastructure.

Dr. Jihad Kiwan, Executive Director Technology and Investment Generation, DSOA, said, “DSOA is committed towards attracting international technology companies and GSF is considered one of Asia’s unique platforms of which DSOA would create and drive strategic alliances that are critical to generating an ideal environment and furthering our commercial interests”.

Dubai Silicon Oasis will utilize the platform of the summit to showcase its state-of-the-art infrastructure that has been specifically tailored to host international technology corporations. The presence of a wide spectrum of electronic manufacturing companies at the forum makes it an ideal opportunity for Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority to reveal the comparative advantages of operating out of Dubai in general, and from within its premises in particular.

source
http://www.gowealthy.com

All I read is talk talk from DSO,this conference that conference,one day I might actually read about a big company opening up here

How do u guys start a new thread?I want someone to put one up for the 'ATRIUM TOWERS' at DSO by 'Earth Development'
and the 'CORAL/RUBY/JADE' buildings also at DSO by Deeya.
Thanks.

Sunday, March 16, 2008

The Dubai-based realty developer, Earth Developers, a part of the Al Abbas Group, has announced the launch of 'Atrium Gold Towers' at Dubai Silicon Oasis.

Atrium Gold Towers are exclusive mixed-use towers comprising three unique towers of 14 storeys - the Atrium Gold Business Tower, Atrium Gold Residency Tower and the Atrium Gold Executive. The tastefully designed homes of the towers offer the most rejuvenating lifestyle in a perfect business ambience provided by its business units.

This Dubai realty project is surrounded by business and comprehensive community facilities such as playgrounds, hotels, hospitals, schools and the community center, apart from state-of-the-art health club with Jacuzzi, spa, swimming pool, parking space and 24 hour security. The development has two floors of shopping arcade that provides the best brands and food courts.

The Managing Director of Earth Developers, Hadi Ebrahim Al Abbas, during the occasion of the launch ceremony held at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, said "The Atrium Gold Project is a new-age concept that offers all comforts needed for a futuristic lifestyle."

The launch of Atrium Gold Towers, by Earth Developers, together with Dubai Silicon Oasis, marks their second major project, the first being, 'The Lynx'.

R

Two launches in one week at DSO,more than usual.Also launching Deeya(3towers)
Coral/Ruby/Jade.32 projects now approved with most started.Around 60 seperate buildings.Also started 1042 villas to go alongside 560 already completed.Gems School opening September.Large shopping mall due to start soon.Almost 100 companies signed up to work here.Excellent commercial to residential buildings ratio making renting easy.Lots of very good looking towers.IT Plaza with 70 shops alone.
DSO is a volcano ready to explode.

Has anyone heard of "Axis Residence II" in Dubai Silicon Oasis?
I heard the launch is in April and the payment options are very interesting.

If anyone knows about this, please share as much information as possible.

Thanks in advance!

I know DSO pretty well but have never heard of an Axis II.Although the payment paln for the first one was very good the prices were way too expensive.
What I would like to know is,something like 180 building plots were sold off quickly due to the cheap prices.However,only around 30 projects have been launched.Where's all the others ?

I know DSO pretty well but have never heard of an Axis II.Although the payment paln for the first one was very good the prices were way too expensive.
What I would like to know is,something like 180 building plots were sold off quickly due to the cheap prices.However,only around 30 projects have been launched.Where's all the others ?

Many new projects round the corner.DSO is the dark horse of Dubai and is a great place to invest in.In 2 years it will be awesome.Better to invest here than JV or Sports City.

ARABIAN BUSINESS:
INDUSTRY PRESS RELEASES / Under the Patronage of H.H Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum; DSO hosts the world’s largest electronics forum
Posted on Thursday, 27 March 2008

Industry Sector Government
Country United Arab Emirates



Press Release Content

More than 120 decision makers from the world's largest technology companies to visit Dubai.



Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority, Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the region's premier integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries, will be hosting the world's largest electronics forum for the first time in the Middle East, from 7-9 May, 2008.

The forum, which acts as a valuable networking platform for decision makers in the semiconductor, electronics and related industries, will take place at Madinat Jumeirah.

The forum will join specialists in Circuit design & production, technology investment, education, and many others, where they will have the opportunity to assess investment opportunities while experiencing the emirate of Dubai.

The International Electronics Forum has a solid reputation and has succeeded in building a track record for attracting investment to the hosting countries. Dubai Silicon Oasis has set the benchmark for attracting technology investment.

With Dubai's advanced infrastructure accompanied with DSO appealing value proposition and state-of-the-art infrastructure provided to companies and investors, DSO will have the chance to reveal the comparative advantage of Dubai business in Dubai in general and DSO in particular.

The International Electronics Forum is organized by Future Horizons, Europe's leading semiconductor industry analyst. The annual forum, which takes place at a different country every year, was launched in 1991 and has proven to be an industry catalyst.

Countries hosting the International Electronics Forum previously include Portugal, Morocco, Czech Republic, Malta, Hungary, Greece, and many others.

This should bring in a whole bunch of new companies to DSO along with the 100+ who have already signed up.

GULF NEWS:
IBM plans to relocate Mideast office to Dubai
By Arno Maierbrugger, Sub-Editor
Published: March 29, 2008, 00:48


Dubai: Global computer major BM is studying plans to move its Middle East headquarters from Vienna to Dubai, Austrian newspaper Oberoesterreichische Nachrichten reported.

The headquarters has been located in the Austrian capital for more than two decades, together with operations for Austria, Switzerland, Eastern Europe and Africa, generating annual sales of approximately two billion euros.

According to the newspaper report, IBM is planning a "strategic reorientation", which includes splitting up Eastern European operations from those for Middle East and Africa.

While the European part may move to Bratislava, the capital of neighbouring Slovakia about 40 kilometres from Vienna, the Middle East and Africa operations could be settled in Dubai, the newspaper reported on Wednesday.
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Maybe DSO bound?

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DSO PROJECTS SO FAR:
Atrium Gold Residency Tower
Atrium Gold Business Tower
Atrium Gold Executive
The Apricot
Axis Residence
Al Futtiam Towers
Cambridge Business Centre
Coral, Jade & Ruby
Cordoba
The Dunes
Donna Towers
Emivest 5 Towers
German Business Park
German Technology Tower I
IT Plaza
The Lynx
La Vista
Le Solarium
Oasis High Park
Oasis Star
Palace Towers
Park Terrace and Park Avenue
Sapphire Residence & 4 Towers
Serenity Heights
Silicon Gate
Silicon Gate II
Silicon Gate III
Smart Towers
Silicon Arch
Silicon Technology Tower
The Spings @ The Oasis
Sit Towers
Silicon Star
Silicon Heights
SP Oasis
Tebyan Tower 1&2
University View
Villas - 1042

SILICON OASIS PROJECTS SO FAR:
Project ---- Developer ---- Status
1.Atrium Gold Residency Tower---- Al Abbas Group ----Approved
2.Atrium Gold Business Tower----Al Abbas Group ----Approved
3.Atrium Gold Executive---- Al Abbas Group ---- Approved
4.The Apricot ---- Maximus Group ----Under C.
5.Axis Residence 1 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
6.Axis Residence 2 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
7.Axis Residence 3 ---- GGICO ---- ?
8.Axis Residence 4 ---- GGICO ---- ?
9.Axis Residence 5 ---- GGICO ---- ?
10.Axis Residence 6 ---- GGICO ---- ?
11.Axis Residence 7 ---- GGICO ----?
12.Axis Residence 8 ---- GGICO ---- ?
13.Al Futtiam Towers---- To be launched
14.Cambridge Business Centre ---- Memon Investments---- Under C.
15.Coral Residence---- Deeyar ----Under C.
16.Jade Residence ---- Deeyar ----Under C
17.Ruby Residence----Deeyar----Under C.
18.Cordoba Palace/Rockland Development & Al Bait Al Aseel/Construction soon
19. The Dunes ---- Maximus Group ---- Under C.
20. Donna Towers ---- Seasif Group ---- Under C
21. Emivest 5 Towers ---- To be launched
22.German Business Park----DSO Authority &Bin Jabr Group----Under C.
23.German Technology Tower I ---- Pyamod ---- ?
24.IT Plaza ---- Fatima Internationa ----Under C
25.La Vista ---- Al Manal Development ---- Under C
26.La Domain----Mada'In Properties----Con.Start August 2008
27.Le Solarium---- Credo Investment ---- Completed
28.Nova Tower---- Al Manal ---- ?
29.Oasis High Park---- ? ---- ?
30.Oasis Star---- Al Derea----Under C.
31.Park Terrace and Park Avenue---- Madison Holdings---- ?
32.Sapphire Residence ---- Deeyar ---- Under C.
33.Saima Heights----Siama Builders&Developers----?
34.Sanali Topaz Tower----?----?
35.Serenity Heights ---- Sariin ---- Under C.
36.Silicon Gate---- Al Derea ---- Under C
37.Silicon Gate II---- Al Derea ---- Approved
38.Silicon Gate III ----Al Derea----Construction start May/June
39.Smart Towers---- Bonyan Group---- Approved
40.Silicon Arch ---- Ali Bujsaim ---- Completed
41.Silicon Technology Tower----Continentalrst Real Estate? ---- ?
42.The Spings @ The Oasis ---- ? ---- Under C.
43.Sit Towers ---- ? ---- ?
44.Slicon Star ---- ? ---- Under C.
45.Silicon Heights----Vision Avenue Homes----Con.Start May2008
46.Silicon Heights II ----Vision Avenue Homes----?
47.SP Oasis---- SP International----Under C.
48.Tebyan- 2 Towers ---- ?---- ?
49.University View ---- Royalty Properties? ---- Under C.
50.Villas - 560---- ? ---- Completed
51.Villas - 1042---- ? ---- Under C.

If anyone has any further info on the listed projects or upcoming / new ones please let me know.

Wow thats a whole lot of projects!

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SILICON OASIS PROJECTS SO FAR:

Project ---- Developer ---- Status
1 Atrium Gold Residency Tower---- Earth Developers ----Approved
Atrium Gold Business Tower----Earth Developers----Approved
Atrium Gold Executive---- Earth Developers ---- Approved
2 The Apricot ---- Maximus Group ----Under C.
3 Axis Residence ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
4 Al Futtiam Towers---- To be launched
5 Cambridge Business Centre ---- Memon Investments---- Under C.
6 Coral, Jade & Ruby ---- Deeyar ---- Approved
7 Cordoba Palace ---- Rockland Real Estate ---- ?
8 The Dunes ---- Maximus Group ---- Under C.
9 Donna Towers ---- Seasif Group ---- Under C.
10 Emivest 5 Towers ---- To be launched
11 German Business Park----DSO Authority &Bin Jabr Group---- ?
12 German Technology Tower I ---- Pyamod ---- ?
13 IT Plaza ---- Fatima Internationa ----Under C.
14 The Lynx ---- Al Abbas Group ---- Approved
15 La Vista ---- Al Manal Development ---- Under C.
16 Le Solarium---- Credo Investment ---- Under C.
17 Nova Tower---- Al Manal ---- ?
18 Oasis High Park---- ? ---- ?
19 Oasis Star---- Al Derea---- ?
20 Palace Towers ---- Tameer---- Under C.
21 Park Terrace and Park Avenue---- Madison Holdings---- ?
22 Sapphire Residence ---- Deeyar ---- ?
23 Serenity Heights ---- Sariin ---- Under C.
24 Silicon Gate---- Al Derea ---- Under C.
25 Silicon Gate II---- Al Derea ---- Approved
26 Silicon Gate III ---- Al Derea---- Approved
27 Smart Towers---- Bonyan Group---- Approved
29 Silicon Arch ---- Ali Bujsaim ---- Completed
30 Silicon Technology Tower----Continentalrst Real Estate? ---- ?
31 The Spings @ The Oasis ---- ? ---- Under C.
32 Sit Towers ---- ? ---- ?
33 Silicon Star ---- ? ---- ?
34 Silicon Heights---- ? ---- ?
35 SP Oasis---- ? ---- ?
36 Tebyan- 2 Towers ---- ?---- ?
37 University View ---- Royalty Properties? ---- Under C.
38 Villas - 1042---- ? ---- Under C.
39 Villas - 560---- ? ---- Completed


So many projects and many under construction already.Much better to invest here than JV which has hardly moved.

Dubai Silicon Oasis to roll out technology education initiatives at GETEX 2008

Sunday, 30 March 2008

A major step towards developing knowledge based economy.



Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the region's integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries, will unveil its plans to develop the technological skills and education of engineers in the UAE during GETEX (Gulf Education and Training Exhibition) - the largest education fair in the Middle East & Asia.

Taking place from 1 to 3 April at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority will have a dedicated 36 sqm stand at the exhibition (Hall (1) - Stand 212).

Dr. Juma Al Matrooshi, Chief Corporate Services Officer - Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), said, "Both public and private sectors in the UAE are investing sizable funds and efforts in education to support their operations and pave the way for further innovation in their respective industries. As the population of the region grows, we are also witnessing a growing emphasis on education related projects.

He added: "Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority believes that technology education will play a significant role in moving the UAE in general and Dubai in particular into the knowledge base economy. Therefore, DSOA has partnered up with several educational entities to develop training programmes engineers that will staff companies within the technology park."

The Authority also conducted several road-shows and internships for students from several universities to highlight the opportunity of continuing their education in the field of technology in general and engineering in specific; thus enhancing students' awareness about the technology industry.

GETEX, is the international job fair being held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) from April 1st to 3rd 2008. The exhibition will allow students access to more than 2500 secondary and tertiary education options, and also offer a broad spectrum of employment options.


via ArabianBusiness

AME INFO:

Porsche selects Dubai Silicon Oasis for its MENA Headquarters
Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) announced today that Porsche, one of the world's leading car manufacturers, will establish its Middle East and North Africa regional headquarters within the region's premier integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries.
United Arab Emirates: 6 hours, 54 minutes ago PRESS RELEASE





The German car manufacturer will be locating its regional training centre for its experts, engineers, and technicians. Moreover, Porsche will continue, through its 6,000 sq meter facility, supporting its partners in the GCC, Levant, and African countries on all aspects including sales, after sales, marketing and training.

Shahla Ahmed Abdul Razak, Deputy Chief Executive Officer - DSOA signed the agreement with Deesch Papke, Managing Director- Porsche Middle East and Africa. Shahla Abdul Razak said:


'The new headquarters for Porsche will complement our rapidly growing portfolio of leading global entities. We are confident our enabling services will match the high quality standards demanded by distinctive brands and contribute towards supporting their business objectives. Moreover, the placement of technical engineers at the Porsche headquarters falls in line with DSOA's comprehensive strategy, especially that the number of engineers operating from within a technology park determines its level of success.'



She added: 'As already known, electronics are considered the most important variable in the automotive industry, for they constitute the majority of the car systems and mechanics. Therefore, the partnership with Porsche goes in line with our long-term strategy to develop a diversified portfolio of world-class partners who will contribute to positioning DSO as a technology hub not only in the Middle East but across the world.'

Acknowledging the sizeable cost benefits offered by Dubai Silicon Oasis, Deesch Papke said: 'DSO's sophisticated infrastructure and high quality services will significantly help us meet our operational and business needs.

'Dubai Silicon Oasis' prime location works well for us in terms of business-ability. The hub also reflects Porsche's philosophies of high technology and superior engineering. As Porsche continues to increase its presence around the world, we will continue to add new products that will enhance our already broad spectrum of sports models.'

DSOA is a wholly-owned entity of the government of Dubai, operating as a free zone technology park for semiconductors, microelectronics and other electronic-based companies looking to set up their regional headquarters and R&D divisions.

DUBAI CHRONICLE:
Porsche Chooses Dubai as Its Middle East, Africa Headquarters


Porsche AG plans to establish its Middle East and North Africa base in Dubai Silicon Oasis, a state-owned technology park.

The German carmaker will locate its regional training centre there, according to an e-mailed statement from Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority today.

Porsche planned to design 17 buildings around the world in partnership with the state-owned Dubai Properties, with the first tower located in the Gulf emirate, it said in a statement in October 2006. (Bloomberg)

Porsche at DSO! this should really help to get things moving.

great article wannaberich :)

great article wannaberich :)

I know bizzy,great news for DSO.This will make people look up and take notice.

Emarr Business Park will be moving to DSO.

Coral,Jade,Ruby launching Monday.

Deyaar launches three projects worth Dh700m

Staff Report
Published: April 06, 2008, 00:31

Dubai: Real estate developer Deyaar launched three new residential projects valued at Dh700 million at Dubai Silicon Oasis, the company said on Saturday.

The Coral, Jade and Ruby residences will be in close proximity of green parks, play area zones, exclusive shopping malls, restaurants and cafes, a community centre, and many academic institutions including Shaikh Zayed University. "We are committed to creating valuable opportunities for property investors in Dubai.

Through our new developments, we offer home buyers the unique proposition of moving into their affordable apartments within just over a year of booking, a rarity in Dubai's property market," said Saeed Al Qatami, Deyaar's managing director - UAE Business.

Construction is already underway and the projects are on track with delivery expected in June 2009. The main construction contract has been awarded to Saleh Construction, a top-tier contracting firm in the UAE.

Deyaar's projects at Dubai Silicon Oasis offer a choice of 464 units comprising one, two and three bedroom apartments, with the larger ones including a maid's room.

The new developments are targeted at the value conscious end-user segment. Accordingly, 80 per cent of the total purchase amount will be due only at the handover stage, thus relieving customers from the financial burden during the construction stage.

Finance options

Buyers can avail up to 90 per cent finance through leading banks in the UAE, including First Gulf Bank, Dubai Islamic Bank, Amlak, and Tamweel.

The residential undertakings offer state-of-the-art amenities consisting of a large open-to-sky leisure deck in the courtyard that comprises a swimming pool, garden and a barbeque area. In addition, they will contain a multi-purpose hall and health club, along with ample parking space and 24 hours security.

Located off Emirates Road, Coral, Jade and Ruby Residences are close to Dubailand

http://www.gulfnews.com/business/Real_Estate_Property/10203360.html

1300aedSq Ft.No wonder the payment plan is so good.

GULF NEWS:

Dubai Silicon Oasis lures Dh19b in investment
By Nadia Saleem, Staff Reporter
Published: April 08, 2008, 23:38


Dubai: Current investment in Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) is worth Dh19 billion and the projects will be implemented by 2012, according to a senior official.

Jihad Kiwan, executive director of technology and investment generation, DSOA, said: "This is a start and our long term projects will be worth much more."

The Dubai government established DSOA a few years ago to attract investment in the semi-conductor sector and it is expected to support the region's information technology services sector.

Current IT spending in the Middle East and Africa is $40 billion (Dh146.8 billion), according to global IT research organisation International Data Corporation.

"The Gulf IT market is expected to be worth over $9 billion (Dh33 billion) by the end of this year," it said in a latest report.


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However, experts say the region has been lagging behind in research and development in the information technology sector.

The Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority has attracted investments in two major factories within its premises. "There is a factory for laptop and flat panel display units and another for building films to capture solar energy," Kiwan said.

Circuit design centre

It is also developing its own circuit design centre, with ten engineers working on the latest technology, officials said.

"Major companies have design centres but this is the first initiative where a design centre is fully owned by an Emirati company," said Kiwan.

DSOA will be hosting the 17th annual International Electronics Forum, the first time ever in the Middle East.

"We are placing DSOA on the world map with the forum," said Shahla Ahmad Abdul Razak, deputy chief executive of DSOA.

Abdul Razak said the DSOA is investing in a software development company. "We have a 60 per cent share," she said.

"More growth is coming from developing countries," said Malcom Penn, organiser of the International Electronics Forum, and chairman and chief executive of Future Horizons, a semiconductor industry analyst firm.

"The UAE contributes around 25 per cent to the global growth average of 10 per cent," he said.

Hi Guys
I have been reading your discussions and articles. I must say that this is very intersting.
I would really appreciate your help on this.
I am going to work in Dubai for the next 5 years or longer, I thought instead of renting I am considering buying a one bedroom appartment in Dubai Silicon Oasis. some of the apartment will be ready in about 6 months which is ideal for me. However, Silicon Oasis is very close to Dubai International City. I heard that Dubai International city smells really bad because it is very close to Sewage waste. DOES ANY ONE of you know if this is affecting Silicon Oasis in anyway?
FYI, if you search for "international city smell" you will be able to see massive discussion on it.

your comments are very much appreciated.

Many thanks
Dubaimate

About the International City, I smelled the sewage smell when I drove from the Dragon Mart side of Int City. When you try to access it from the other side, you will find a long line of trucks waiting at the U-Turn. It is pretty depressing to drive to the International City.

Before I mention DSO, I'll let you know that I bought 2 apartments there. It is strategically situated right on Emirates Rd and Dubai-AlAin road. No sewage issues and being a center for silicon design, it is not close to the High Voltage lines which is a big plus for me. When it rained heavily a month or two ago, it was on high ground and had no issues with water collecting at roundabouts, etc. What I absolutely love about it is that it was planned out and the infrastructure was already implemented before DSO was really announced.

Hayesh I also invested at DSO and agree with what u said.Building the infrastructure before announcing anything was a good idea.At least as an investor, when u see a launch there u know the time given for construction start will probably be accurate as there isnt a hold-up with roads etc.
Other places like COA,DSC,JV have done it the other way round.
Lots of launches before any groundwork has been started.At JV no-one has any idea when these projects will be started let alone completed.Long before anyone moves into
these projects DSO will have many villas and appartments filled.

Dubai Silicon Oasis lures Dh19b in investment
Apr 12, 2008

Current investment in Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) is worth Dh19 billion and the projects will be implemented by 2012, according to a senior official.

Jihad Kiwan, executive director of technology and investment generation, DSOA, said: "This is a start and our long term projects will be worth much more."

The Dubai government established DSOA a few years ago to attract investment in the semi-conductor sector and it is expected to support the region's information technology services sector.

Current IT spending in the Middle East and Africa is $40 billion (Dh146.8 billion), according to global IT research organisation International Data Corporation.

"The Gulf IT market is expected to be worth over $9 billion (Dh33 billion) by the end of this year," it said in a latest report.

However, experts say the region has been lagging behind in research and development in the information technology sector.

The Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority has attracted investments in two major factories within its premises. "There is a factory for laptop and flat panel display units and another for building films to capture solar energy," Kiwan said.

Circuit Design Centre

It is also developing its own circuit design centre, with ten engineers working on the latest technology, officials said.

"Major companies have design centres but this is the first initiative where a design centre is fully owned by an Emirati company," said Kiwan.

DSOA will be hosting the 17th annual International Electronics Forum, the first time ever in the Middle East.

"We are placing DSOA on the world map with the forum," said Shahla Ahmad Abdul Razak, deputy chief executive of DSOA.

Abdul Razak said the DSOA is investing in a software development company. "We have a 60 per cent share," she said.

"More growth is coming from developing countries," said Malcom Penn, organiser of the International Electronics Forum, and chairman and chief executive of Future Horizons, a semiconductor industry analyst firm.

"The UAE contributes around 25 per cent to the global growth average of 10 per cent," he said.

Via Gulf News

Hi Hayesh / Hany
Many thanks for your reply to my question re Int City. That’s very helpful and encouraging me to invest in DSO.
I have been searching for a one bedroom apartment for sale in DSO and prices appear to be very reasonable. I have been in touch with a couple of property agent in Dubai but what I discovered was that the prices they quoted me was much higher that the advertised price on the specific apartment I enquired about!!!!!. I found it strange. Is this common 'game' for property agents in Dubai or am I being mislead in a different way?
I am honestly interested in a one bedroom flat in the DSO that has a parking space and most importantly is a swimming pool that is preferably on ground or low level (NOT on roof top). Can any one recommend a good and trustworthy agent or if you could advice the best way to look for and buy a flat I would really be grateful to you.

BTW, I am still in the UK but will be in Dubai from 27th May 2008.

Many thanks
Dubaimate

Dubaimate,contact First Choice Real Estate.They have a bunch of ready 1beds at 'Silicon Arch' DSO for 764.000&fees.

Wannaberich, thanks for your reply. I'll contcat First Choice Real Estate soon.
Cheers
Dubaimate

If anyone has any further info on the listed projects or upcoming / new ones please let me know.

Hi Wannaberich...

Is it a sure info regarding Silicon Heights starting date? As they still do not have approval to start construction and I'm worried about the 1br I'm paying for :ohno:

Gulf General Investment begins phase two of Axis Residences

By Suzanne Fenton, Staff Reporter
Published: April 16, 2008, 00:17

Dubai: Gulf General Investment Company (GGICO) yesterday launched phase two of its Axis Residences at Dubai Silicon Oasis with a project value of Dh1.3 billion.

The project comprises 870 units in six buildings spread over 350,000 square feet of land. The total sellable area is nearly one million square feet, said Mohammad Abdullah Juma Al Sari, managing director of GGICO.

The first building is due for handover in October 2008 and the remaining five are expected to be handed over in late 2009.

The current value of the project is Dh1.3 billion but this is growing "minute by minute", said Peter Penhall, chief executive officer of global property portal, Gowealthy.com.

Five of the buildings are low-rise and the sixth is located in open space, overlooking Al Ain Road.

Al Sari said that his company's current portfolio includes 28 developments spread across Dubai with an overall value of Dh5 billion, including Horizon Towers and Emirates Crown in Dubai Marina.

http://www.gulfnews.com/business/Real_Estate_Property/10205914.html

Deyaar projects sell out at DSO

United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, April 15 - 2008 at 07:26

Dubai-based real estate company Deyaar has announced the complete sell-out of its projects at Dubai Silicon Oasis on the first day of the launch, a statement said. The projects consisted of 464 units at Coral, Jade and Ruby Residences comprising one, two and three bedroom apartments.

http://www.ameinfo.com/153357.html

8/May/2008

Dubai Silicon Oasis

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Fantastic pics of DSO thanks Imre.All the way from the UK i can see Palace Towers where I have a studio.DSO is really coming together.

04th May 2008


Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) and Wacker Chemie AG, a leading global supplier to the chemical, semi-conductor and solar industries, signed a deal today to cement the establishment of WACKER’s Near and Middle East regional headquarters into DSO, the region’s premier integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries.

Expected to be completed during the second quarter of 2009, the Munich-based company, through its 12,881 square meter facility, will be establishing its regional headquarters at the Dubai Silicon Oasis. The headquarters will be home to WACKER’s Near and Middle East sales and marketing activities. The headquarters will also feature a Technical Center which will provide technical support to customers in the construction industry, WACKER’s key business in the region currently. With the development of new industries in the Middle East, WACKER will be able to market other high-tech products from its broad portfolio such as polysilicon and hyperpure wafers for the solar and semiconductor applications.

Dr. Mohammed Al Zarouni, Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer – DSOA, said: “Dubai Silicon Oasis continues to successfully attract more and more international companies into its premises through offering value adding opportunities to its investors; thus building on the park’s original strategic goal. Our aim is to create an integrated technological community boasting the best

international business practices in the production of technology which can be utilized in the telecommunication, electronics, solar sectors, and others.”

He added: “By choosing DSO, WACKER acknowledges the advantages offered to international investors within the technology sectors. Furthermore, we believe that this ambitious collaboration, backed by the two partners with a like-minded commitment to innovation and excellence, will successfully contribute to positioning Dubai Silicon Oasis as one of the premier technology, research and development hubs in the region.”

Acknowledging the comparative benefits offered by Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dr. Stefano Iannacone, Managing Director of Wacker Chemie Middle East, said: “We are very happy with the agreement achieved with the DSO management and looking forward to building our new offices here. Establishing our operations at DSO is an important milestone to further boost our leading market position in the construction industry as well as in other highly attractive growth segments within the region.”

Hi Imre, is the Cambridge Business Centre on anywhere on your photos?

Alan

Hi Imre, is the Cambridge Business Centre on anywhere on your photos?

Alan

Cambridge is not showing on the pics.

Dubai Silicon Oasis extends rent subsidies

Khaleej Times - 09/05/2008

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Rental fees for accommodation and offices at Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) are being subsidised by as much as 60 per cent to entice more IT professionals and manufacturers to work and invest in the free zone, which is tax-free and allows 100 per cent foreign ownership.

The scheme is seen to help bring the number of companies in the free zone to 600 by 2012 from the present 119, according to Dr Jihad Kiwan, the chief technology officer for Technology Investment & Education at DSOA.

He said, meanwhile, that more IT companies would consolidate and move towards protecting international property rights (IPR) due to the increasing costs of innovation and production. He stressed that major manufacturers are now down to less than 20 from over a hundred a few years back.

He also said that only 10 of the current firms at DSOA are full-fledged manufacturers and designers in the industry, and attracting more similar companies is the authority's top priority, he said in an interview on the sidelines of the 17th International Electronics Forum.

The move will boost DSOA's image as a regional electronics hub, according to Dr Mohammed Al Zarouni, the authority's vice-chairman and chief executive officer. "Dubai is paying real attention to the development of technology," he said.

UAE Minister of Economy Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri said transactions in the IT and communication sector in the country reached Dh7.4 billion last year, with the 10.1 per cent average annual growth rate to be sustained until 2010 to Dh9.2 billion.

This was due mainly to massive government spending on technology and related products and services while diversifying its economy, he stressed, adding that an advanced legal framework has supported the move.

"The local technology sector in the UAE enjoys one of the most advanced infrastructures and is coupled with a healthy availability of several qualified human resources and pools of talent," Al Mansouri told the two-day conference, which concludes today at the Madinat Jumeirah.

He added that average growth rate in the IT and communication sector in the Gulf countries and the whole Middle East is one of the highest worldwide, with expenditure and investment to grow 8.5 per cent until 2011 compared to 4.3 per cent in other regions.

"We are confident that this remarkable forum will mark a vital step towards the future, matching Dubai's phenomenal success story with the latest in the field of IT and electronics, bringing together all expertise under one roof," he stressed.

Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the chairman of DSOA, said the authority was created by the Dubai government to foster innovation in society and create a knowledge-based economy.

"It is indeed gratifying to see the emergence of electronics and chip design companies in the Technology Oasis," he said in a welcome address. "These companies are set to provide new momentum for Dubai's upcoming industrial and technological developments."

Kiwan said the conference, which was organised by DSOA to be held here for the first time in the Middle East, serves as a platform for manufacturers and professionals to discuss the challenges that the industry faces for the next five years.

http://www.menafn.com/qn_news_story_s.asp?StoryId=1093196057

so basically this is Dubai's version of Silicon Valley

Dubai Silicon Oasis extends rent subsidies

Khaleej Times - 09/05/2008

(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Rental fees for accommodation and offices at Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) are being subsidised by as much as 60 per cent to entice more IT professionals and manufacturers to work and invest in the free zone, which is tax-free and allows 100 per cent foreign ownership.

The scheme is seen to help bring the number of companies in the free zone to 600 by 2012 from the present 119, according to Dr Jihad Kiwan, the chief technology officer for Technology Investment & Education at DSOA.

http://www.menafn.com/qn_news_story_s.asp?StoryId=1093196057

Subsidised rents,600 companies.Surely DSO is one of the best locations in dubai to invest in.

SILICON OASIS PROJECTS SO FAR: July 16th
Project ---- Developer ---- Status
1.Atrium Gold Residency Tower---- Al Abbas Group ----Approved
2.Atrium Gold Business Tower----Al Abbas Group ----Approved
3.Atrium Gold Executive---- Al Abbas Group ---- Approved
4.The Apricot ---- Maximus Group ----Under C.
5.Axis Residence 1 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
6.Axis Residence 2 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
7.Axis Residence 3 ---- GGICO ---- ?
8.Axis Residence 4 ---- GGICO ---- ?
9.Axis Residence 5 ---- GGICO ---- ?
10.Axis Residence 6 ---- GGICO ---- ?
11.Axis Residence 7 ---- GGICO ----?
12.Axis Residence 8 ---- GGICO ---- ?
13.Al Futtiam Towers---- To be launched
14.Cambridge Business Centre ---- Memon Investments---- Under C.
15.Coral Residence---- Deeyar ----Under C.
16.Jade Residence ---- Deeyar ----Under C
17.Ruby Residence----Deeyar----Under C.
18.Cordoba Palace/Rockland Development & Al Bait Al Aseel/Construction soon
19.Dunes ---- Maximus Group ---- Under C.
20.Donna Towers ---- Seasif Group ---- Under C
21.Emivest 5 Towers ---- To be launched
22.German Business Park----DSO Authority &Bin Jabr Group----Under C.
23.German Technology Tower I ---- Pyamod ---- ?
24.Imperial Residence----Bonyan Holding----?
25.IT Plaza ---- Fatima Internationa ----Under C
26.La Vista ---- Al Manal Development ---- Under C
27.Le Solarium---- Credo Investment ---- Completed
28.Lynx---- Al Abbas Group----Under C.
29.Nova Tower---- Al Manal ---- ?
30.Oasis High Park---- ? ---- ?
31.Oasis Star---- Al Derea----Under C.
32.Park Terrace and Park Avenue---- Madison Holdings---- ?
33.Sapphire Residence ---- Deeyar ---- Under C.
34.Saima Heights----Siama Builders&Developers----?
35.Sanali Topaz Tower----?----?
36.Serenity Heights ---- Sariin ---- Under C.
37.Silicon Gate---- Al Derea ---- Under C
38.Silicon Gate II---- Al Derea ---- Approved
39.Silicon Gate III ----Al Derea----Construction start May/June
40.Smart Towers---- Bonyan Group---- Approved
41.Silicon Arch ---- Ali Bujsaim ---- Completed
42.Silicon Technology Tower----Continentalrst Real Estate? ---- ?
43.The Spings @ The Oasis ---- ? ---- Under C.
44.S.I.T Towers ----Muhammad Nasir Falak ----Under C
45.Silicon Star ---- ? ---- Under C
46.Silicon Heights----Vision Avenue Homes----Con.Start May2008
47.Silicon Heights II ----Vision Avenue Homes----?
48.SP Oasis---- SP International----Under C.
49.The Domain----Mada'In Properties----Con.Start August 2008
50.Tebyan- 2 Towers ---- ?---- ?
51.University View ---- Royalty Properties? ---- Under C.
52.Villas - 560---- ? ---- Completed
53.Villas - 1042---- ? ---- Under C.
54.Zeus Towers----Seasif Group----Under C.

DUBAI CHRONICLE:
Emirates Post opens new post offices at Dubai Silicon Oasis and Al Barsha


Emirates Post has opened two new post offices in Dubai: Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) and Al Barsha.
The new post offices were inaugurated by Mr. Abdullah Al Daboos, President of Emirates Post Holding, accompanied by Mr. Ibrahim Bin Karam, CEO of Emirates Post, and other senior officials.

The Dubai Silicon Oasis Post Office will be open from 8 am to 3 pm. Apart from offering all regular services, it will have 500 P.O. Boxes. The Al Barsha Post Office will be open from 8 am to 10 pm. It will house 700 P.O. Boxes.


“The post offices are being opened in two of the fastest developing areas in Dubai. Dubai Silicon Oasis is attracting global companies specializing in technology-related areas. With residential complexes and offices, Dubai Silicon Oasis is set to become a vibrant business and residential hub,” said Mr. Abdulla Al Daboos.

Commenting on the inauguration of Emirates Post post-office at DSO, Dr. Juma Al Matrooshi, Sr. Chief Corporate Services Officer, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), said: “In our goal to develop an integrated community dedicated to technology, it is quite important for us to ensure that engineers and their families living in Dubai Silicon Oasis have access to day to day utilities. The launch of postal services by Emirates Post at DSO represents a vital component of DSO’s integrated city concept.”

Commenting on Al Barsha Area office, Al Daboos said: “Al Barsha area is already humming with a lot of activity and has witnessed huge population growth over the past years. We are pleased to bring postal and related services to the residents of this booming area.”

Emirates Post, one of the most dynamic postal organizations in the region, is part of the Emirates Post Holding, a diversified group involved in postal, courier, financial services, direct marketing, mail fulfillment, card personalization, etc.

I will be traveling to Dubai in August, anyone know of a good agency that works alot in Silicon Oasis that would be able to take me around

I will be traveling to Dubai in August, anyone know of a good agency that works alot in Silicon Oasis that would be able to take me around

For what purpose?

For what purpose?

To show me the area of SO and the projects in it

To show me the area of SO and the projects in it

Yes but to buy,rent,are u working there?Try Sherwoods.

Yes but to buy,rent,are u working there?Try Sherwoods.

Looking to buy office space

I will check out Sherwoods, thanks

Looking to buy office space

I will check out Sherwoods, thanks

These three buildings have office space and will all be ready in a few months.
Le Solarium,IT Plaza,Palace Towers(great looking building)Good luck

^^ What is the going psf rate to buy commercial units in the above towers and what is the going psf rental yield?

^^ What is the going psf rate to buy commercial units in the above towers and what is the going psf rental yield?

No idea.Look at Gulf News classifieds,they have offices at these places advertised.

ARABIAN BUSINESS:
Rochester Institute of Technology to open in Dubai Silicon Oasis
by Mark Sutton on Tuesday, 10 June 2008 The US Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) has signed an agreement with the Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) to establish an academic campus at Silicon Oasis.

The university, a leader in offering courses in microprocessors engineering, will build a three million square foot campus at Silicon Oasis, to offer a range of bachelor and masters degrees in engineering, IT and business subjects.

The agreement was signed in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister for Higher Education and Scientific Research, by Dr William W. Destler, President of RIT and by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum on behalf of DSO.

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HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed said: "The region is rapidly advancing towards a knowledge-based economy and affiliations with reputed international academic institutions will considerably benefit the UAE. As our fast developing economy gears up to face more challenges, the fundamental role of technology in every sector assumes greater significance.

"RIT's presence in the hi-tech park in Dubai will significantly add to the strength and diversity of Dubai's higher educational sector, while facilitating the creation of a skilled pool of talented professionals, especially within the field of technology," he added.

RIT will being offering full time masters degrees in August, from the DSO's own buildings, and will then expand into bachelor courses once its campus is built. Dr Mustafa A.G. Abushagur, will be president and dean of RIT Dubai.

"Dubai is the perfect fit for RIT, given the university's strategic plan to enhance global opportunities for our students. The proximity will also strengthen RIT's relationship and reputation among multi-national corporations by providing them with a competent workforce that is already exposed to operating in a multi-cultural environment," Destler said
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three million square foot campus !! forget JVC,DCS,this is the place to invest !

GOOD NIGHT EVERY BODY
I BUY 2 FLATS IN MASAKEN DANA AT JVS PROJECT ON 30/4/2007 600 DHS / SQ FEET
PUT THAT WAS THE PRICE THAT TIME, ALI MOOSA SONS TAKE THE MONEY AND USE IT IN OTHER PROJECTS , THEY DELAY STARTING OF PROJECT, AND ITS THEIR PROBLEM, BECAUSE IF WE USE OUR MONEY IN ANY OTHER PROPERTIES IN THE WOURLD ITS DOUBLE NOW, SO ITS ALI MOOSA SONS MISTAKE , MY FLATS WHICH I BUY 1000 000 DHS WORTH NOW 2000 000 SO EITHER ALI MOOSA TO MAKE BILLDING, OR TO GIVE ME 2000 000 DHS, OR THE COMPLAIN SHOULD BE PUT IN COURT . THIS I THINK THE ONLY 3 SOLUTION SO ANY BODY HAVE ANY OPINION ON THIS PROBLEM CAN HELP ME SINCE I,M OUT SIDE UAE
PLEASE ADVICE ME ... THANK, you all

ARABIAN BUSINESS:
In line with its mission to attract Foreign Direct Investment into the UAE, Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the region's premier integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries, will target international microelectronics giants at Interconex 2008, taking place in Paris-France from 24th to 25th June 2008.



Dubai Silicon Oasis will utilise the platform of the forum to showcase a continuum of corporate services and highlight its state-of-the-art infrastructure that is tailored to host international technology corporations.

Commenting on this participation, a DSOA official stated that the silicon oasis is committed towards attracting International technology companies and its management is confident that the presence of a wide spectrum of microelectronic Design & manufacturing companies at Interconex 2008 will be an ideal opportunity to reveal the DSO's comparative advantages for companies operating out of Dubai in general, and Dubai Silicon Oasis in particular.

Participating in Interconex 2008 is another step for DSOA to showcase its value proposition to global technology industries; thus communicating the growing opportunities in this mounting region that is eager for more technology innovations.

The forum will address topics on Materials and new processes including lead-free, polymers, assembly process, intraconnections, Printed Circuit Boards (PCB), new technologies, and Large BGA packages. Furthermore, advanced packaging and interconnection technologies will be highlighted during the event. Such technologies include SiP, 3D packaging, wafer level, Packaging, Electronics on flexible support, Applications including Microsystems, power, medical, telecommunication, automotive industries, Modelling, simulation, Thermal management, Test, reliability and characterization.

DSOA is a wholly-owned entity of the government of Dubai, operating as a free zone technology park for semiconductors, microelectronics and other electronic-based companies looking to set up their regional headquarters and R&D divisions.

GULF NEWS:
Mada'in launches Dh400m project in Dubai
By Suzanne Fenton, Staff Reporter
Published: July 04, 2008, 00:07


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Dubai: Developer Mada'in Propertieson Thursday launched its first commercial project, a 14-storey tower with a value of Dh400 million.

The Domain is located in Dubai Silicon Oasis and has a land area of 7.2 million square metres and a built-up area of 303,159 square feet.

The fifth floor of the tower will feature an 18,348 square feet garden. Other features include a gym, swimming pools, restaurants and retail space.

Prices will start at Dh1,650 per square foot. Figures released by Mada'in Properties show there will be 647 parking spaces in the tower.

"The Domain is in an integral part of a series of landmark developments to be launched by Mada'in Properties during the course of the year," said Abdul Aziz Al Awar, chief executive officer.


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Kieron O'Connor, chief operating officer, said that the company plans to launch more projects in the Gulf this year, with a combined value of around Dh3 billion.

Muammar Khalid Al Katheeri, chief planning and construction officer at Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority, said there are currently around 65 projects by developers in Dubai Silicon Oasis. Al Katheeri said 40 per cent of these are commercial.

Madai'n recently launched a Dh1.25 billion development, Marina Arcade in Dubai Marina.

SILICON OASIS PROJECTS SO FAR: July 13th
Project ---- Developer ---- Status
1.Atrium Gold Residency Tower---- Al Abbas Group ----Approved
2.Atrium Gold Business Tower----Al Abbas Group ----Approved
3.Atrium Gold Executive---- Al Abbas Group ---- Approved
4.The Apricot ---- Maximus Group ----Under C.
5.Axis Residence 1 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
6.Axis Residence 2 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
7.Axis Residence 3 ---- GGICO ---- ?
8.Axis Residence 4 ---- GGICO ---- ?
9.Axis Residence 5 ---- GGICO ---- ?
10.Axis Residence 6 ---- GGICO ---- ?
11.Axis Residence 7 ---- GGICO ----?
12.Axis Residence 8 ---- GGICO ---- ?
13.Al Futtiam Towers---- To be launched
14.Cambridge Business Centre ---- Memon Investments---- Under C.
15.Coral Residence---- Deeyar ----Under C.
16.Jade Residence ---- Deeyar ----Under C
17.Ruby Residence----Deeyar----Under C.
18.Cordoba Palace/Rockland Development & Al Bait Al Aseel/Construction soon
19.The Dunes ---- Maximus Group ---- Under C.
20.Donna Towers ---- Seasif Group ---- Under C
21.Emivest 5 Towers ---- To be launched
22.German Business Park----DSO Authority &Bin Jabr Group----Under C.
23.German Technology Tower I ---- Pyamod ---- ?
24.IT Plaza ---- Fatima Internationa ----Under C
25.La Vista ---- Al Manal Development ---- Under C
26.La Domain----Mada'In Properties----Con.Start August 2008
27.Le Solarium---- Credo Investment ---- Completed
28.Nova Tower---- Al Manal ---- ?
29.Oasis High Park---- ? ---- ?
30.Oasis Star---- Al Derea----Under C.
31.Park Terrace and Park Avenue---- Madison Holdings---- ?
32.Sapphire Residence ---- Deeyar ---- Under C.
33.Saima Heights----Siama Builders&Developers----?
34.Sanali Topaz Tower----?----?
35.Serenity Heights ---- Sariin ---- Under C.
36.Silicon Gate---- Al Derea ---- Under C
37.Silicon Gate II---- Al Derea ---- Approved
38.Silicon Gate III ----Al Derea----Construction start May/June
39.Smart Towers---- Bonyan Group---- Approved
40.Silicon Arch ---- Ali Bujsaim ---- Completed
41.Silicon Technology Tower----Continentalrst Real Estate? ---- ?
42.The Spings @ The Oasis ---- ? ---- Under C.
43.S.I.T Towers ----Muhammad Nasir Falak ---- ?
44.Slicon Star ---- ? ---- Under C.
45.Silicon Heights----Vision Avenue Homes----Con.Start May2008
46.Silicon Heights II ----Vision Avenue Homes----?
47.SP Oasis---- SP International----Under C.
48.Tebyan- 2 Towers ---- ?---- ?
49.University View ---- Royalty Properties? ---- Under C.
50.Villas - 560---- ? ---- Completed
51.Villas - 1042---- ? ---- Under C.

It would be nice to see some photos of DSO, if anybody would mind taking them, just to see how it is progressing.

ALan

May 8th
http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/4054/imresolt257xn4.jpg

http://img388.imageshack.us/img388/4064/imresolt258vc6.jpg


http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/7365/imresolt260dk0.jpg

http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/9518/imresolt262gh6.jpg

Thanks, is the Cambridge Business centre there?

Alan

All these buildings and villas are from the yellow sections then downwards.
Cambridge is around the top left hand side.

http://realestate.theemiratesnetwork.com/developments/dubai/images/silicon_oasis.jpg

guys i am looking at villas in Dubai Silicon Oasis - any contacts?

guys i am looking at villas in Dubai Silicon Oasis - any contacts?

DSO Authority.Let me know how u get on am interested.

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Does anyone know if the DSO Authority are vetting the developers building at DSO?
Have noticed many of them are well known with good reputations such as Tameer and Deeyar.Also there are many great looking projects.
Jum Village however,when I read the various posts seems to be alot of complaints about the developers.Also many of the buildings are very bland.

SILICON OASIS PROJECTS SO FAR: July 27th
Project ---- Developer ---- Status
1.Atrium Gold Residency Tower---- Al Abbas Group ----Approved
2.Atrium Gold Business Tower----Al Abbas Group ----Approved
3.Atrium Gold Executive---- Al Abbas Group ---- Approved
4.The Apricot ---- Maximus Group ----Under C.
5.Axis Residence 1 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
6.Axis Residence 2 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
7.Axis Residence 3 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
8.Axis Residence 4 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
9.Axis Residence 5 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
10.Axis Residence 6 ---- GGICO ----Under C.
11.Axis Residence 7 ---- GGICO ----Under C.
12.Axis Residence 8 ---- GGICO ----Under C.
13.Al Futtiam Towers---- To be launched
14.Cambridge Business Centre ---- Memon Investments---- Under C.
15.Coral Residence---- Deeyar ----Under C.
16.Cordoba Palace/Rockland Development & Al Bait Al Aseel----?
17.Dunes ---- Maximus Group ---- Under C.
18.Donna Towers ---- Seasif Group ---- Under C
19.Emivest 5 Towers ---- To be launched
20.German Business Park----DSO Authority &Bin Jabr Group----Under C.
21.German Technology Tower I ---- Pyamod ---- ?
22.IT Plaza ---- Fatima Internationa ----Under C
23.Imperial----Bonyan Holding----?
24.Jade Residence ---- Deeyar ----Under C
25.La Vista ---- Al Manal Development ---- Under C
26.Le Solarium---- Credo Investments FZE ---- Completed
27.Le Presidium----Credo Investments FZE----?
28.Lynx----Al Abbas Group----Under C.
29.Nova Tower---- Al Manal ---- ?
30.Oasis High Park----Fakhruddin Properties---- ?
31.Oasis Star---- Al Derea----Under C.
32.Palace Towers----Tameer----Under C.
33.Park Terrace and Park Avenue---- Madison Holdings---- ?
34.Ruby Residence----Deeyar----Under C.
35.Sapphire Residence ---- Deeyar ---- Under C.
36.Saima Heights----Siama Builders&Developers----?
37.Sanali Topaz Tower----?----?
38.Serenity Heights ---- Sariin ---- Under C.
39.Sevanam Crown----?----?
40.Silicon Gate---- Al Derea ---- Under C
41.Silicon Gate II---- Al Derea ---- Approved
42.Silicon Gate III ----Al Derea----Construction start May/June
43.Smart Towers---- Bonyan Group---- Approved
44.Silicon Arch ---- Ali Bujsaim ---- Completed
45.Silicon Technology Tower----Continentalrst Real Estate? ---- ?
46.The Spings @ The Oasis ---- ? ---- Under C.
47.S.I.T Towers ----Muhammad Nasir Falak ---- ?
48.Silicon Star ---- ? ---- Under C.
49.Silicon Heights----Vision Avenue Homes----Con.Start May2008
50.Silicon Heights II ----Vision Avenue Homes----?
51.SP Oasis---- SP International----Under C.
52.The Domain----Mada'In Properties----Con.Start August 2008
53.University View ---- Royalty Properties? ---- Under C.
54.Villas - 560---- ? ---- Completed
55.Villas - 1042---- ? ---- Under C.
56.Zeus Towers----Seasif Group----Under C.

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INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENTS:
Some of the 127 companies signed up so far:

1.Porsche – Middle East/North Africa HQ/Training Centre.
6.000 Sq.M.

2.Rochester Institute of Technology.
Three Million Sq.Ft.Academic Complex/University

3.Wacker Chemie AG (worlds largest polymer powder provider).
12.881 Sq.M.Regional Headquarters/Techincal Centre

4.Atlas Telecoms.
22.000 Sq.M.Complex – Dh130million.
http://www.dso.ae/images/380~282~3~ffffff~82~0~dso002-v1-en~0/20080205_atlas1-1.jpg

http://www.dso.ae/images/380~282~3~ffffff~82~0~dso002-v1-en~0/20080205_atlas2-1.jpg

5.Solar Technologies Group.
Research/Development/Training/Support Centre.Dh112million

6.GEMS-DSO Smart School.

When will the whole project be completed?

When will the whole project be completed?

Difficult to say.There are around 180 building plots at DSO and so far around
one third are being developed.The others have been sold and for a cheap price from what I've read.There are also areas for industrial development which haven't been sold yet.
I would imagine by around 2015 most of this area will be finished.

216 new pics

Dubai Silicon Oasis

http://www.flickr.com/photos/imresolt/sets/72157606754170310/

15.08.2008

also here, very hard to find out what is what????

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2415/2766479263_0bbe1ae6a1_o.jpg

SILICON OASIS AUTHORITY HEADQUARTERS
http://mw2.google.com/mw-panoramio/photos/medium/10911417.jpg



TIME GROUP COMPUTERS
http://www.dso.ae/images/380~282~3~ffffff~82~0~dso002-v1-en~0/20080205_time-group1-1.jpg

http://www.dso.ae/images/380~282~3~ffffff~82~0~dso002-v1-en~0/20080205_time-group2-1.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3080/2767328782_7bf003c0bd.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3149/2766481743_2173972939.jpg?v=0





GEMS-DSO SMART SCHOOL
http://www.dso.ae/images/380~282~3~ffffff~82~0~dso002-v1-en~0/20071231_GEMS-DSO-Smart-School.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2217/2767327238_c4811ec848.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3161/2767327314_d073515950.jpg?v=0





LISEC
http://www.lisec.com/
The world´s largest manufacturer of high-tech production lines for the insulating glass industry

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2179/2766481653_e3b7811b4a.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3168/2766481579_6c6d802a33.jpg?v=0





ATLAS TELECOMS
22.000 Sq.M.Complex – Dh130million.
http://www.dso.ae/images/380~282~3~ffffff~82~0~dso002-v1-en~0/20080205_atlas1-1.jpg

http://www.dso.ae/images/380~282~3~ffffff~82~0~dso002-v1-en~0/20080205_atlas2-1.jpg


INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENTS:
Some of the 150 companies signed up so far:

1.Porsche – Middle East/North Africa HQ/Training Centre.
6.000 Sq.M.

2.Rochester Institute of Technology.
Three Million Sq.Ft.Academic Complex/University

3.Wacker Chemie AG (worlds largest polymer powder provider).
12.881 Sq.M.Regional Headquarters/Techincal Centre

4.Solar Technologies Group.
Research/Development/Training/Support Centre.Dh112million


August 15th 2008:
Photos courtesy of Imre.
For more photos of Silicon Oasis visit:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/imresolt/sets/72157606754170310/

Silicon Oasis residents website:
www.siliconoasis.org

I think it's probably best to put these kind of projects in the main thread here.

Wannaberich , many thanks for the reposts.

Wannaberich , many thanks for the reposts.

Many thanks to you also for all of your great and very helpful shots.

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SILICON OASIS PROJECTS SO FAR: Oct 9th 2008
Added-Silicon Gate IV + V

Project ---- Developer ---- Status
1.Atrium Gold Residency Tower---- Al Abbas Group ----Approved
2.Atrium Gold Business Tower----Al Abbas Group ----Approved
3.Atrium Gold Executive---- Al Abbas Group ---- Approved
4.The Apricot ---- Maximus Group ----Under C.
5.Axis Residence 1 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
6.Axis Residence 2 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
7.Axis Residence 3 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
8.Axis Residence 4 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
9.Axis Residence 5 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
10.Axis Residence 6 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
11.Axis Residence 7 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
12.Axis Residence 8 ---- GGICO ---- Under C.
13.Al Futtiam Towers---- To be launched
14.Cambridge Business Centre ---- Memon Investments---- Under C.
15.Coral Residence---- Deeyar ----Under C.
16.Cordoba Palace/Rockland Development & Al Bait Al Aseel----?
17.Dunes ---- Maximus Group ---- Under C.
18.Donna Towers ---- Seasif Group ---- Under C
19.Emivest 5 Towers ---- To be launched
20.German Business Park----DSO Authority &Bin Jabr Group----Under C.
21.German Technology Tower I ---- Pyamod ---- ?
22.Granada House----?----Under C.
23.IT Plaza ---- Fatima Internationa ----Completed
24.Imperial----Bonyan Holding----?
25.Jade Residence ---- Deeyar ----Under C
26.La Vista ---- Al Manal Development ---- Under C
27.Le Solarium---- Credo Investments FZE ---- Completed
28.Le Presidium----Credo Investments FZE----Under C.
29.Lynx----Al Abbas Group----Under C.
30.Nova Tower---- Al Manal ----Under C.
31.Oasis High Park----Fakhruddin Properties----Under C.
32.Oasis Star---- Al Derea----Under C.
33.Palace Towers----Tameer----Under C.
34.Palaccio Tower ----Abdul Salam M.Rafi M.Saeed Group----Under C.
35.Park Terrace and Park Avenue---- Madison Holdings----Under C.
36.Perspective----?----Topped Out
37.Ruby Residence----Deeyar----Under C.
38.Sapphire Residence ---- Deeyar ---- Under C.
39.Saima Heights----Siama Builders&Developers----?
40.Sanali Topaz Tower----?----?
41.Serenity Heights ---- Sariin ---- Under C.
42.Sevanam Crown----?----?
43.Silicon Gate---- Al Derea ---- Under C
44.Silicon Gate II---- Al Derea ---- Approved
45.Silicon Gate III ----Al Derea----Construction start May/June 2008
46.Silicon Gate IV----Al Derea----Approved
47.Silicon Gate V----Al Derea----Proposed
48.Smart Towers---- Bonyan Group---- Approved
49.Silicon Arch ---- Ali Bujsaim ---- Completed
50.Silicon Technology Tower----Continentalrst Real Estate? ---- ?
51.The Spings @ The Oasis ---- ? ----Topped Out
52.S.I.T Towers ----Muhammad Nasir Falak ----Under C.
53.Silicon Star ---- ? ---- Under C.
54.Silicon Heights----Vision Avenue Homes----Con.Start May2008
55.Silicon Heights II ----Vision Avenue Homes----?
56.SP Oasis---- SP International----Under C.
57.The Domain----Mada'In Properties----Under C.
58.University View ---- Royalty Properties? ---- Under C.
59.Villas - 560---- ? ---- Completed
60.Villas - 1042----Arabtec---- Under C.
61.Zeus Towers----Seasif Group----Under C.
62.Unnamed----?----Under C.
63.Unnamed----?----Under C.
64.Unnamed----?----Under C.
65.Unnamed----?----Under C.
66.Unnamed----?----Under C.
67.Unnamed----?----Under C.
68.Unnamed----?----Under C.
69.Unnamed----?----Under C.
70.Unnamed----?----Topped Out
71.Unnamed----?----Proposed
72.Unnamed----?----Proposed
73.Unnamed----?----Proposed
74.Unnamed----?----Proposed
------------------------------------------------
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENTS:
Some of the 150 companies signed up so far:
1.Porsche – Middle East/North Africa HQ/Training Centre.
6.000 Sq.M.
2.Time Group Computers facility----Under C.
3.Rochester Institute of Technology.
Three Million Sq.Ft.Academic Complex/University
4.Rakbank Headquarters----Under C.
5.Wacker Chemie AG (worlds largest polymer powder provider).
12.881 Sq.M.Regional Headquarters/Techincal Centre
6.Atlas Telecoms.
22.000 Sq.M.Complex – Dh130million.
7.Solar Technologies Group.
Research/Development/Training/Support Centre.Dh112million
8.GEMS-DSO Smart School----Under C.
9.Premier Travel Inn----Under C.
10.Lisec(worlds largest manufacturer of high-insulating glass
and machines for photovoltaic).
Research, development and manufacturing facility----Under C.

Wannaberich, please can you send update pictures for AXIS residence 1?
Thanks,
Kairi

Kari I dont have any updated pics.The last pics available are from Aug 15th on the Axis thread taken by Imre.

Please can i know what are the freehold buildings in DSO? Thanks!

ARABIAN BUSINESS:
Dubai Silicon Oasis to showcase significant milestones at GITEX Technology Week 2008
Posted on Wednesday, 15 October 2008

Industry SectorIT
Country United Arab Emirates
Client(s) Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority



Press Release Content

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the region's premier integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries, today announced it will showcase its early success during GITEX Technology Week 2008, the largest and most popular technology retail event in the Middle East.



The mega-event that will be held from 19-23 October at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre will also see the recently established DSO-based Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai campus (RIT Dubai) sharing details on its educational programmes at DSOA's stand in Zabeel Hall, ZC10.

Shahla Ahmed Abdul Razak, Deputy CEO of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), said: "DSOA has achieved significant milestones as the region's integrated technology park for high tech companies. These achievements have propelled DSOA to a highly visible position in the international arena.

"As one of the top technology events in the world, GITEX Technology Week 2008 acts as the perfect platform to spotlight our rapid success. It is also a key industry venue for strengthening our presence and building new relationships with international investors and major technology leaders."

Located within the DSO premises, RIT Dubai campus has already started offering six Master's programmes and three advanced graduate certificates to students since this autumn. The institution is also catering to full-time employees looking to enhance their knowledge of the industry.

Dr. Mustafa A.G. Abushagur, President of RIT Dubai, said: "Our participation in GITEX offers us an opportunity to highlight our key role in the industry. As one of the most renowned academic institutions, we seek to directly contribute to the teaching and training of next generation professionals and industry leaders and equip them with the skills to meet stringent industry demands.

"Our educational programmes have been established with a special emphasis on technology and career-oriented learning. At the DSOA stand, RIT Dubai officials will provide information about the course offerings and guide industry executives to select appropriate study programmes for furthering their careers."

Dubai Silicon Oasis is a wholly-owned entity of the government of Dubai and operates as a free zone technology park for semiconductor, microelectronic and other high technology-based companies looking to set up their regional headquarters and R&D facilities in the Middle East and Africa region.

hi, can any1 help me compile list of Microelectronics/Semiconductor companies in DSO...... it would be very helpful for ppl looking forward for jobs in dubai..

at present, as far as i know only mindspeed is present.

hi, can any1 help me compile list of Microelectronics/Semiconductor companies in DSO...... it would be very helpful for ppl looking forward for jobs in dubai..

at present, as far as i know only mindspeed is present.


Go to the DSO website,click 'Our Clients ' www.dso.ae

150 companies signed up so far.

Go to the DSO website,click 'Our Clients ' www.dso.ae

150 companies signed up so far.


but they dont tell which compaies have started working.... also it lists all companies....i want to know companies specifically for microelectronics/semiconductor companies.....btw thnx for replyin....

but they dont tell which compaies have started working.... also it lists all companies....i want to know companies specifically for microelectronics/semiconductor companies.....btw thnx for replyin....

Phone DSO headquarters and I'm sure they will tell you.

Had a talk with Green Emriates who confirmed (tentatively of course) that the Spings @ the Oasis will be hand over to them in first week of November.

Green Emirates should then communicate to owners the final hand over day which will include a job-list for owners to investigate their appartments. Bin Zayed the contractor will stay on site for a couple of months to cater to owners requests.

Don't see a hand over to owners before the end of the year though. SPAs for instance have not been finalized yet.

http://www.business24-7.ae/articles/2008/10/pages/thebigdebatecouldtheuaehaveitsownsiliconvalley.aspx


The Big Debate: Could the UAE ever have its own Silicon Valley?

By

Stephen McBride on Tuesday, October 21, 2008

25,000 products, 3,300 companies, 83 countries, 130,000 visitors. Gitex 2008, organisers claimed, would shrug off the global economic typhoon and emerge triumphant. Certainly this is possible and Gitex has always proved that the technology sector is no exception when it comes to Dubai’s reputation as a regional enterprise hub. But many would challenge the idea that the UAE can become the Silicon Valley of the Middle East – in other words, they would argue the UAE has little chance of becoming an innovation hub.

Silicon Valley, California, is known as a centre for the development of new hardware, software and technology products and while it does not have the monopoly on invention, it has an established history of the technological, in both the private and public sectors. Dubai, for example, could be thought of as the ideal platform to regionally launch such products given its reputation for consumerism. But some would say the emirate cannot boast the infrastructure or skill-base needed to build competing alternatives for these products.

However, others may point to Silicon Oasis, Dubai’s glimmering centre of semi-conductor and micro-electronics manufacture. They may say that if you consider that the technology park is host to the Rochester Institute of Technology in Dubai (RIT Dubai) – an academic institution committed to training the next generation of engineers – then you must allow for the possibility that this is a fledgling Silicon Valley.

So, what do you think? Is the UAE forever consigned to technology-forum host and technology retailer? Or can it step up to the plate with the engineering heavy-hitters and deliver the next generation of electronic gadgets? Have your say by submitting a comment below or sending an email to online@business24-7.ae. A selection of comments will be published in Emirates Business on Sunday, October 26.

http://www.ameinfo.com/173542.html
http://www.arabianbusiness.com/press_releases/detail/29943

Very good deal on a Silicon Arch - 1 bedroom - completed ready for occupation - 850,000 AED
call Kyle - 050 811 4339

^^ Use this link .

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=490764

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Section from report by Asteco Property Management Company:

'Sales prices in office market rose 17 per cent over the previous quarter due to several projects nearing completion or in the process of being handed over. Dubai Silicon Oasis and Downtown Jebel Ali lead with a 33-per cent growth over the last three months'

High level US delegation visits DSO:

http://www.arabianbusiness.com/press_releases/detail/31059

^^ Is there villas inside DSO ???

Villas at DSO.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=658108

^^ thanks mate :) another Q do we have those projects ?

http://www.deyaar.ae/dubai_silicon_oasis.html

If you mean the projects by Deeyar?then yes there is a thread for them.

^^ thanks mate :) another Q do we have those projects ?

http://www.deyaar.ae/dubai_silicon_oasis.html

was in silicon oasis a few days ago...there are some nice villas located there which are ready next to the spinneys...what are their names

^^ Ask Wannaberich i doubt he know everything about DSO ;)

GGICO and Gowealthy.com launches Axis Residences Phase 3 at Dubai Silicon Oasis

http://www.gowealthy.com/gowealthy/wcms/en/home/news/images-gowealthy/AxisPhase3.JPG

-Attractive 100-month payment plan with 3% down payment
-Finance for real estate project directly available direct from developer
-Construction of Phase 3 under way

Gulf General Investment Company (GGICO), one of Dubai's leading diversified group of companies, reiterated its commitment to the UAE real estate sector with the launch of the third phase of Axis Residences in Dubai Silicon Oasis. The Phase 3 boasts Dh2.1 billion towers spread over 1.3 million sq ft and comes with a guaranteed hassle-free home finance plan. It is set to build on the success of the first and second phases of the real estate development, which were sold out. Gowealthy.com, the Dubai-based global property and lifestyle brand offering comprehensive marketing solutions, is the lead agent managing the sales and marketing of the buildings 20-21 in the third phase.

Axis Residences Phase 3 offers an opportunity to own property in Dubai with payments spread over 100 months, a proposition that is bound to enable many prospective buyers to invest with ease and assurance. Along with the low down payment of 3%, the affordable monthly payment plan spanning 100 months has been carefully structured to meet the needs of property buyers without having to deal with the hassle of bank loans and high interest rates. This initiative, which comes directly from the developer makes it extremely convenient for both investors and prospective home-users that will now be able to buy a home of their choice with complete peace of mind.

Peter Penhall, Chief Executive, Gowealthy.com, said, "The current financial market position has forced out the short-term speculator and the local real estate market is now underpinned by a combination of longer-term investors and end-users who understand the long-term benefits of property investments. Still, the scarcity of mortgage finance is a major concern for most property purchasers. With Axis Residences, GGICO not only offers properties that suit mid-income budgets but also facilitates its financing through an innovative structured finance plan provided directly by them. With a fixed monthly payout of just Dh9,500 during construction period and a payment plan structured over the following eight years, it is our endeavor to provide the most optimum financial assistance to our clients who will inevitably also have pre-existing rental commitments, adding to the burden of property purchase."

Since its launch in 2007, Axis Residences has enjoyed an unprecedented response from investors and buyers alike. The key reason being it is one of the few properties in the market offering extremely convenient payment plans coupled with its prime location at Dubai Silicon Oasis, the only free zone in Dubai being designed as an integrated community. Towers at Axis Residences Phase Three towers have the same high-level amenities investors and homeowners have come to expect from GGICO. The apartments boast of quality with the best possible luxury add-ons, at affordable rates. The numerous layouts allow purchasers ample freedom to maximize interior design requirements according to their taste and requirements.

Mohamed Abdallah Juma Al Sari, MD, GGICO, said, "As a developer, we continuously strive to demonstrate our affirmative sentiment and long term commitments to this market. The market's whole-hearted acceptance of the two phases of Axis Residences has encouraged us to launch this new phase, while GGICO's forward-planning and diversified business portfolio provides us with the stability and sustainability to continue with our investments in the UAE property sector. As always our partnership with Gowealthy spurs our efforts to offer optimal solutions that accurately address the needs of our wide spread customer base."

Offering spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, Axis Residences real estate development mixes home, work, and play within the immediate vicinity. On the Emirates Road and within Dubai's upcoming technology hub, the Dubai Silicon Oasis, the location makes all of New Dubai and its amenities easily accessible to young working professionals - a location of choice for such entities as Emirates Group, who has a significant presence in both phases of the residential villa complex. Residents can work off the day's stress at the fitness centre or beat the heat in the pool. After relaxing or working up a sweat, they can retreat to their homes featuring spacious terraces or balconies and inviting living spaces.

http://www.gowealthy.com/gowealthy/wcms/en/home/news/images-gowealthy/Axis3InvestorEvent.JPG

http://www.gowealthy.com/gowealthy/wcms/en/home/news/real-estate/GGICO-and-Gowealthy-com-launch-1225950019750.html

Dubai Silicon Oasis highlights offerings at Electronica Germany 2008 in Munich
http://www.arabianbusiness.com/press_releases/detail/31568

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Great work Wannberich , i wanna to ask you do we have this project in DSO ? it's called serenityheight tower.

http://www.serenityheightsdubai.com/

Yes its in DSO Bizzy.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=460751

^^:cheers:

Wannaberich

could you tell me, what is the name of the building, that DSO use in there promotional adverts, the one that looks like a pineapple top on it.

Thanks ALan

Wannaberich

could you tell me, what is the name of the building, that DSO use in there promotional adverts, the one that looks like a pineapple top on it.

Thanks ALan


Its the DSO Headquarters.
Dont know why people say it looks like a pineapple,I aint ever seen a 100ft pineapple myself.
http://mw2.google.com/mw-panoramio/photos/medium/10911417.jpg

Thanks for that list Wannabe, great work there :)

Thanks for that list Wannabe, great work there :)

:)

Thanks, so there isn't any apartments there, it will be all offices, for DSO use, i suppose.

Al

Thanks, so there isn't any apartments there, it will be all offices, for DSO use, i suppose.

Al

Its all offices for many companies who want to rent office space and are involved in that type of business.

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http://www.arabianbusiness.com/press_releases/detail/32801

Hitachi Data Systems to locate MENA headquarters at Dubai Silicon Oasis
http://www.arabianbusiness.com/press_releases/detail/33309

7/December/2008

small job for Wannaberich, 226 new pics of Dubai Silicon Oasis just uploading now:)

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/2008/imresolt067vl2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/588/imresolt057nr5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Wow Imre your the man ! fantastic photos.Can't believe how DSO has grown since your last photos.
Now all I have to do is re-post 226 photos.Errrrrr,shouldn't take me long,should it!?"

THANKS IMRE !

many thanks, you are the specialist of DSO :)

Huge residential project at DSO

http://www.archgroup.ae/images/projects/DubaiSiliconOasis7towers.jpg

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=29101032#post29101032

thank you for all repost Wannaberich!

:cheers:

A little skyline of its own. It's great that this project is doing so well.

thank you for all repost Wannaberich!

:cheers:

Hey a bigger thanks to you Imre.Keep up the great work!

A little skyline of its own. It's great that this project is doing so well.

This time next year when many of these buildings are finished and inhabited,DSO will be a thriving community which won't be the case with JV unfortunatley.

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SILICON OASIS PROJECTS SO FAR:


Overall Status-(not including Commercial/Industrial)
9 Completed (includes 540 villas)
5 Topped Out
49 Under Construction (includes 1042 villas)
16 Approved / Proposed

PROJECT-DEVELOPER-STATUS

1 VILLAS 560-Arabtec – Completed
2 VILLAS 1042-Arabtec – U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=658108
3 AMNA-?-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698292
4 THE APRICOT -Maximus Group – Topped Out
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=480176
5 ATRIUM Gold Residency Tower-Al Abbas Group – All U/C
6 ATRIUM Gold Business Tower
7 ATRIUM Gold Executive
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=596438
8 AXIS RESIDENCE 1 - GGICO - All U/C
9 AXIS RESIDENCE 2
10 AXIS RESIDENCE 3
11 AXIS RESIDENCE 4
12 AXIS RESIDENCE 5
13 AXIS RESIDENCE 6
14 AXIS RESIDENCE 7
15 AXIS RESIDENCE 8
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=557298
16 AL FUTTAIM TOWERS-To be launched
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=466338
17 CAMBRIDGE BUSINESS CENTRE-Memon Investments---- U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=399523
18 CORAL RESIDENCE-Deeyar-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=600796
19 CORDOBA PALACE-Rockland Development & Al Bait Al Aseel-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=600809
20 DUNES-Maximus Group-Topped Out
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=600814
21 DONNA TOWERS-Seasif Group-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=377881
22 EMIVEST 5 TOWERS-To be launched
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=441039
23 GERMAN BUSINESS PARK-DSO Authority &Bin Jabr Group-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=530743
24 GRANADA HOUSE-?-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=697564
25 IT PLAZA- Fatima International-Completed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=292844
26 IMPERIAL-Bonyan Holding-Approved
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=663084
27 JADE RESIDENCe- Deeyar-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=600796
28 LA VISTA-Al Manal Development-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=477834
29 LE PRESIDIUM-Credo Investments FZE-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=672518
30 LE SOLARIUM-Credo Investments FZE-Completed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=256136
31 LYNX-Al Abbas Group-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=480002
32 MUNICH MILLENNIUM OFFICE TOWER-Pyamod-Approved
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=426569
33 NOVA TOWER-Al Manal-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=663130
34 OASIS HIGH PARK-Fakhruddin Properties- U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=385418
35 OASIS STAR-Al Derea-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=663280
36 PALACE TOWERS-Tameer-Topped Out
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=361430
37 PALACCIO TOWER-Abdul Salam M.Rafi M.Saeed Group-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=656512
38 PARK TERRACE & PARK AVENUE- Madison Holdings-U/C.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=256609
39 PERSPECTIVE-?-Topped Out
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=697558
40 RUBY RESIDENCE-Deeyar-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=600796
41 SAPPHIRE RESIDENCE-Deeyar- U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=488397
42 SAIMA HEIGHTS-Siama Builders&Developers-Approved
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=661230
43 SANALI TOPAZ TOWER-?-Approved
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=661244
44 SERENITY HEIGHTS - Sariin – U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=460751
45 SEVANAM CROWN-Sevanam Holdings Ltd-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=631627
46 SEVEN TOWERS-Silicon Oasis Authority-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=763812
47 SILICON ARCH - Ali Bujsaim – Completed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=351428
48 SILICON AVENUE – A Properties – U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=752234
49 SILICON GATES- Al Derea -U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=256654
50 SILICON GATES II- Al Derea -U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=535872
51 SILICON GATES III -Al Derea- U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=611963
52 SILICON GATES IV-Al Derea-Approved
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=724352
53 SILICON GATES V-Al Derea-Proposed
54 SILICON HEIGHTS-Vision Avenue Homes-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=603264
55 SILICON HEIGHTS II -Vision Avenue Homes-Approved
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3516/3258237784_eac8a3b507_o.jpg
56 SILICON TECHNOLOGY TOWER-Continentalrst Real Estate? - Approved
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=256961
57 SILICON STAR - ? – Completed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=603279
58 S.I.T TOWERS -Muhammad Nasir Falak - U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=597428
59 THE SPRINGS @ THE OASIS -? –Completed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=229417
60 SP OASIS- SP International- U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=604707
61 THE DOMAIN-Mada'In Properties-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=655276
62 UNIVERSITY VIEWS – Vakson Properties? -Completed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=763500
63 ZEUS TOWERS-Seasif Group – Approved
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=663788
64 UNNAMED -?-Completed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698278
65 UNNAMED -?- Topped Out
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698296
66 UNNAMED -?- Topped Out
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=29372918#post29372918
67 UNNAMED-?-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698282
68 UNNAMED-?-U/C.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698938
69 UNNAMED -?-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698932
70 UNNAMED -?- U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698928
71 UNNAMED -?- U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698770
72 UNNAMED -?- U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=763772
73 UNNAMED -?-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698910
74 UNNAMED -?-U/C
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698780
75 UNNAMED -?-Proposed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698924
76 UNNAMED -?-Proposed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698250
77 UNNAMMED-?-Proposed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=763464
78 UNNAMMED-?-Proposed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?p=29151580#post29151580
79 UNNAMMED-?-Proposed
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=698256

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COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENTS:
Some of the 150 companies signed up so far:
1.Porsche – Middle East/North Africa HQ/Training Centre.
6.000 Sq.M.
2.Time Group Computers facility----Under C.
3.Rochester Institute of Technology.
Three Million Sq.Ft.Academic Complex/University
4.Rakbank Headquarters----Under C.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=697624
5.Wacker Chemie AG (worlds largest polymer powder provider).
12.881 Sq.M.Regional Headquarters/Techincal Centre
6.Atlas Telecoms.
22.000 Sq.M.Complex – Dh130million.
7.Solar Technologies Group.
Research/Development/Training/Support Centre.Dh112million
8.GEMS-DSO Smart School----Under C.
9.Premier Travel Inn----Under C.
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=697636
10.Lisec(worlds largest manufacturer of high-insulating glass
and machines for photovoltaic).

^^ Excellent work.

Keep it up :cheers:

Cheers docc.

Press release

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority joins Dubai Quality Group as Investor Partner

Strategic partnership adds muscle to Authority's efforts to promote DSO as the world's foremost destination for technology investors

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December 20, 2008
Dubai Quality Group (DQG) has announced that Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body of Dubai Silicon Oasis, the region’s premier integrated innovations hub for high-tech industries, has joined DQG as its newest Investor Partner, indicating its strong commitment to promote and ensure the highest levels of quality and excellence across all segments within the integrated mega development.

The partnership effectively expands DQG's network across key sectors in the UAE while securing an important ally in the Group's continued pursuit of excellence within the entire local business community.

DSOA's confirmation as DQG Investor Partner likewise provides a significant boost for the Authority to further realise its mission of establishing a universally recognised state-of-the-art oasis for technology-based industries. DQG will offer strategically important quality-focused resources and activities that will allow DSOA to benchmark its corporate structure and management approach according to the latest international best practice standards.

"Quality is a defining attribute that will enable Dubai Silicon Oasis to stand out as one of the world's foremost integrated technology parks. We have implemented important measures to ensure the highest levels of quality in the development of the multi-billion dollar project and in the management strategies of the Authority. DQG has played a very important role in cultivating a culture of excellence across industries in the UAE, thus we expect our partnership with the Group to significantly enhance our quality-focused campaigns and initiatives," said Dr. Mohammed Al Zarouni, Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority.

"This is truly another exciting and proud moment for Dubai Quality Group to welcome Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority as our newest Investor Partner. DSOA has been established by the Dubai Government to help the country's performance in the field of advanced technologies and DQG is eager to help DSO strengthen its value proposition and achieve its goal of being the region’s premier destination for semiconductors, microelectronics and other electronics-based companies looking to set up their regional headquarters and R&D divisions in Dubai," said Osama Al Rahma, Finance Director of Dubai Quality Group’s Board of Directors.

DQG is the driving force in a countrywide initiative that aims to improve the UAE’s business environment through enhanced quality standards. The group welcomes businesses, organisations and individuals who are interested in exchanging ideas, information and expertise with the goal of promoting business excellence in the country. The Group's extensive membership includes prominent organisations representing professional bodies and academic institutions in the UAE and abroad.

One of the world's first integrated technology parks, Dubai Silicon Oasis was established by the Government of Dubai pursuant to Law No. 16, of 2005, with the objective of developing an integrated technology park highlighting industries built around the production of information and communications technologies using semiconductors.
The multi-billion dollar project is spread over 7.2 square kilometres and provides state-of-the-art infrastructure for IC design, systems assembly, research and development, manufacturing companies, warehousing and for setting up regional offices.

Dear all,

I met a person who lives in DSO since 3-4 months ago and he tells me that his building is not connected to any sewage pipeline. Basically, a sewage truck comes by almost daily to take a load. He told me that there is no infrastructure for handling the sewage problem.

Did anyone hear the same thing? He is of the impression that the whole DSO concept is built on lies because he still is not able to get internet/landline to his apartment! I was under the impression that the infrastructure is already built, I hope I'm not wrong.

Please share your thoughts.
Hany

http://www.siliconoasis.org/property/springs%20at%20the%20oasis/img/gallery/ex%20GEMS.jpg

http://www.arabianbusiness.com/press_releases/detail/37299

New ?

http://www.archdome.net/Uploads/project/18_2.jpg

Project (G+34) Towers Complex
Project No. AD-303
Plot No. (25-041,25-042,25-043,25-044)
Location Dubai Silicon Oasis
Value 300,000,000.00
Stage Design

http://www.archdome.net/portal/fe85b1dd-d39f-4929-94c3-23f59c024cbd.aspx

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