Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2009

[234sale]

Thought I would go and take some pictures, Just a nudge to anyone who may of forgotten.

[Bimcnorth]

Good idea..when you walk around you never remembers anything.

[Naz UK]

Is this still taking place? Anyone attending? As in, any exibitors attending?

[Dubai_Boy]

I know its really strange! but according to my boss its fully booked.

dont know how or why ....

[Freestyler]

Originally Posted by Dubai_Boy

I know its really strange! but according to my boss its fully booked.

dont know how or why ....

I'm not surprised, developers are trying to sell.

[speculator]

Originally Posted by Dubai_Boy

I know its really strange! but according to my boss its fully booked.

dont know how or why ....

Yes fully booked except they all forget to turn up on the day. Just be careful dont creep them when you walk in.

I did that the other day. I walked into a large furniture shop and the sales guy nearly fell out of his chair out of fright.

[Bekhit]

Projects there are only Abu Dhabi projects? or will it include some UAE projects?

[Shad]

They will release plans and models for the huge development of Abu Dhabi 2030

[Dubai_Boy]

I would guess the majority would be AD projects and a few Emirates ones aswell

a friend of mine at work is all worked up and excited , its like he won the golden willy wonka ticket ... prepared his millions and he is willing to spend -.-

[flares]

Citysleep 2009!

[Dubai_Boy]

cityscrape 2009 !

[Imre]

PRESS RELEASE
13th April 2009



Cityscape Abu Dhabi returns to Abu Dhabi, over 30% bigger than last year 3rd edition of the show confirms the success of ADNEC


The Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) will see Cityscape Abu Dhabi return for its largest ever edition from 19th – 22nd April. This year’s event will be 32% bigger than the 2008 edition and will cover a gross area of more than 38,000sqm.

Since its launch in 2007, Cityscape Abu Dhabi has shown significant growth year on year. This growth will continue this year due to the expansion of ADNEC’s exhibition facilities to create the Gulf’s largest exhibition centre. Six additional exhibition halls have been added to the venue since the 2008 edition of the Cityscape Abu Dhabi enabling the event to span 9 exhibition halls, plus the Atrium.

Cityscape Abu Dhabi is one of many exhibitions at ADNEC to return to Abu Dhabi annually. This signifies the success that the capital is having in retaining its events and confirms ADNEC’s growing status as a powerful economic engine for the emirate. In addition to Cityscape Abu Dhabi, ADNEC will stage a huge number of events in 2009, over 50% of which are returning events.

Simon Horgan, ADNEC CEO said: “One of the main reasons why ADNEC was created was to attract new events to the capital and to then support their growth. Since the venue opened in 2007 we have been committed to helping organisers make their events more successful each season. Cityscape Abu Dhabi is a perfect example of an event which has been able to grow due to the support which ADNEC gives.”

Rohan Marwaha, Managing Director, Cityscape, IIR Exhibitions added: “The support of ADNEC has been instrumental in the success of Cityscape Abu Dhabi. The 2009 edition of the event will be the largest Cityscape Abu Dhabi that we’ve held, and we’re expecting to see a significant increase in visitors and investors coming from all over the world to Abu Dhabi.”

[ameelioo]

http://www.cityscapeabudhabi.com/

[Naz UK]

Rohan Marwaha's gona be in for a fucking shock then!

[Dubai_Steve]

For MST watchers, neither DAS holdings or East & West are exhibiting as previously planned, instead the following delegates are visiting the exhibition instead.

Das Holding Chief Financial Officer Abu Dhabi
Das Holding I.T. Manager Abu Dhabi
Das Projects Business Planning Manager Abu Dhabi
Das Real Estate Chairman Dubai
Das Real Estate Sales & Marketing Manager Dubai

[Imre]

Cityscape goes back to its roots

Organisers confident Cityscape Abu Dhabi will be bigger than ever,
despite global slowdown

With the global economic slowdown dampening enthusiasm for short-term speculative property investment, Cityscape Abu Dhabi which opens today (Sunday 19 April 2009) is going back to its roots, say organisers IIR Exhibitions.

Despite the downturn, however, the real estate event of the year for the capital of the United Arab Emirates will be more than 30% bigger than in 2008 in terms of exhibition space with virtually all major developers taking part.

Cityscape Abu Dhabi runs until Wednesday (22 April 2009) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and brings together investors, architects, designers, developers, government authorities and key decision makers involved in the design and construction of public and private real estate developments.

“This year we have nine halls plus the atrium, which is more than 40,000 square metres of exhibition space,” said Mark Goodchild, Exhibition Director for Cityscape Abu Dhabi. “That is almost 10,000 square metres more than 2008. In addition the event has the support and sponsorship of some of the region's biggest real estate players as well as the government of Abu Dhabi.”

A change in the profile of visitors compared with last year is expected by IIR Exhibitions. “Demand for real estate was at its peak during last year’s event and speculators and amateur investors were eager to capitalise on short term premiums,” Goodchild added. “That situation will not prevail this year and we expect the show to return to its real roots and by that we mean professional private and institutional investors looking at mid to long term opportunities.

“This is a reflection of the fact that while the global property development industry is facing challenges, Abu Dhabi is still moving ahead with infrastructure and project developments as well as taking a global lead in sustainable development.”
An example will be the unveiling at Cityscape by the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council of the massive Capital District project. Once completed, the 4,500-hectare Capital District will serve as a government and economic centre. It is planned as a sustainable, mixed-use city for 370,000 residents as well as major universities, hospitals and knowledge-based employment sectors, federal buildings, embassies and international institutions.

Running alongside the exhibition is the Real Estate Finance and Investment Conference, featuring more than 100 speakers from the world’s leading finance, investment and real estate companies. The conference will be a forum for in-depth discussion of current market challenges.

Real estate development and architectural companies at the forefront of the industry will be recognised at the Cityscape Middle East Real Estate Awards, sponsored by Etisalat, RAK Ceramics, Gaggenau and 2ig. Entries will be judged on their contribution to world architecture culture, innovation and imagination, respect for people, the planet, context, environmental awareness and appropriateness throughout the Middle East and North Africa.

Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2009 has received widespread backing from industry leaders. Headline sponsor is Mubadala Real Estate and Hospitality; Platinum sponsors are Aldar, Sorouh Real Estate, Al Qudra Real Estate, The Land Real Estate Investment and Development Company, Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, and Burooj Properties; Investment sponsor is Abu Dhabi Investment House; Associate sponsor is the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipal Affairs. Gold sponsor is Tameer and Al Maabar; Silver sponsors are Aqaba Development Corporation and HSBC. The sponsor of the Real Estate Finance & Investment conference is Brand Experience. International Broadcasting Partner is CNN International and regional broadcasting partner is Al Arabiya.

For more details about Cityscape Abu Dhabi, please visit www.cityscapeabudhabi.com

[Imre]

Press Release

Bonyan Group to showcase ‘Eye of Ajman’ project at ‘Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2009’

Developer to offer special rates for remaining plots within massive community development

April 18, 2009

Bonyan International Investment Group (Holding) L.L.C, one of the leading real estate companies in Dubai, has announced its plans to showcase ‘Eye of Ajman’ project at the upcoming ‘Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2009’, which will run from April 19 - 22, 2009 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. With aims to attract more investors amidst the current economic climate, the developer also revealed that it will be offering special rates for the remaining plots within the massive community development. Company officials have disclosed that the earthwork for the project has recently been completed and that they are gearing up to commence the second phase of construction.

Located approximately 20 minutes from Dubai at the Al Hamidiyah region and 10 minutes from Ajman Corniche, the ‘Eye of Ajman’ project incorporates a total of 109 plots, which can accommodate buildings that ranges from G+5P+17 to G+9P+60. During its participation, Bonyan Group will highlight the outstanding features of its high profile city development in its stand (6D20, Hall 6), including the outstanding lake and garden views for all the towers, ample parking spaces for residents and visitors, and a well-planned lay-out for the roads within the community. The developer is also aiming to ensure, that motorists and pedestrians can easily move around the city, which is also easily accessible via the Emirates Road.

“Amidst the challenges within the real estate market, our continuing operations, as well as our participation in events such as ‘Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2009’, underlines our unwavering commitment to deliver our project and meet the expectations of our investors,” said Anas Atatreh, Vice Chairman of the Board, Bonyan International Investment Group (Holding) L.L.C. “We aim to assist willing investors to acquire a high potential investment within ‘Eye of Ajman’ by offering special rates, thereby making it an even more attractive option to foreign and regional investors. We are confident that we will gain excellent sales within the event.”

Recent developments in the construction progress of the master-planned city development include the awarding of the earthworks contract to RAM Road Contracting L.L.C.. Furthermore, the developer also announced its aims to fully leverage the signed agreement between the Ajman Government and Malaysia-based power producer Malaysian Mining Corporation (MMC) to build the first coal-fired power plant in the region. Upon the completion of this energy initiative, all tenants within the ‘Eye of Ajman’ project will have continuous electricity supply for their comfortable use.

“As a result of the various initiatives of the Ajman Government to advance the emirate’s infrastructure; end-users, investors and businessmen from across the globe are steadily taking notice of Ajman as a viable destination for their various endeavours. As part of our growth strategy, we fully support all of the efforts being undertaken by the Ajman Government, and we pledge to continually build a lasting and positive reputation for the emirate through the quality and international appeal of our projects,” concluded Atatreh.

[Imre]

Press release

For immediate publication 19 April 2009

Abu Dhabi unveils new Capital City District

Details of sustainable Arab city for 370,000 people, government ministries, universities and embassies revealed at Cityscape Abu Dhabi

Details of the massive new government and economic district for the capital of the United Arab Emirates was unveiled today (Sunday 19 April 2009) in the presence of His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

A model of the Capital City District project is the centrepiece of the stand of the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council at Cityscape Abu Dhabi, the real estate and investment exhibition and conference, officially opened by Sheikh Mohammed. The Crown Prince was briefed by officials of the planning council on the project during an extensive tour of leading exhibitors at the show.

Work starts on the 4,900 hectare Capital City District in 2012 which, once completed, will serve as the government and economic centre for the UAE. It is planned as a sustainable, mixed-use city for 370,000 residents as well as federal government buildings, major universities, hospitals, embassies and international institutions.

“The Capital City District represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a truly authentic and sustainable modern Arab capital,” said Falah Al Ahbabi, General Manager of the Urban Planning Council. The district, close to Abu Dhabi International Airport and Mohammed bin Zayed City, is planned to be linked by grand boulevards, shaded streets, open space and a world class public transport system.

Cityscape Abu Dhabi, which runs until Wednesday (22 April 2009) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, brings together investors, architects, designers, developers, government authorities and key decision makers involved in the design and construction of public and private real estate developments.

The show, bigger than last year despite the market downturn, takes up nine halls plus the atrium of the centre with more than 40,000 square metres of exhibition space. - 10,000 more than 2008. More than 300 companies are participating with virtually all major developers represented.

“Abu Dhabi, like other markets, may be feeling the effects of a slowdown but the measured approach to development and the full backing of the government means there are excellent growth prospects and a positive future outlook here in Abu Dhabi,” said Rohan Marwaha, Managing Director of the Cityscape series of events organised by IIR Exhibitions.

“Nevertheless, we can expect to see greater emphasis in future on regulatory frameworks, transparency and, perhaps, more time to sit back and carefully evolve strategies for the future,” he added. “Indeed Cityscape Abu Dhabi, our first event of 2009, will serve as the benchmark for the industry as we move further into the year.”

Other Cityscape events organised by the Middle East offices of IIR Exhibitions, include Cityscape Asia, Cityscape Dubai, Cityscape USA, Cityscape Latin America and Cityscape India. In recognition of the growing international stature of Cityscape – now established as the biggest global business-to-business real estate and investment event – a new brand identity was unveiled at Cityscape Abu Dhabi.

Bahrain-based strategic brand consultancy Unisono, were chosen by Cityscape to create the new brand identity. “Unisono helped us to create a more corporate, consistent and integrated approach, building a stronger foundation for future growth,” Marwaha said.

Running alongside the Cityscape Abu Dhabi exhibition is the Real Estate Finance and Investment Conference featuring more than 100 speakers from the world’s leading finance, investment and real estate companies.

Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2009 has received widespread backing from industry leaders. Headline sponsor is Mubadala Real Estate and Hospitality; Platinum sponsors are Aldar, Sorouh Real Estate, Al Qudra Real Estate, The Land Real Estate Investment and Development Company, Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, and Burooj Properties; Investment sponsor is Abu Dhabi Investment House; Associate sponsor is the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipal Affairs. Gold sponsor is Tameer and Al Maabar; Silver sponsors are Aqaba Development Corporation and HSBC. The sponsor of the Real Estate Finance and Investment conference is Brand Experience. International Broadcasting Partner is CNN International and regional broadcasting partner is Al Arabiya.

For more details about Cityscape Abu Dhabi, please visit www.cityscapeabudhabi.com

Photo caption:

His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, is briefed on the Capital City District project at Cityscape Abu Dhabi.

[liamC]

Wasnt this unveiled already?

[Adam2707]

Well we've know it has been in the planning for a year or two, but they will now be looking for investors to back the project.

BTW, did anyone go today?