#PROJECT-Umm Al Quwain: UMM AL QUWAIN MARINA

[farnush]

Why don't u update us with pictures

[Emirati_Girl]

Emaar runs UAQ Marina study

Dome International is conducting an environmental assessment study for Emaar at the site of its $3bn Umm Al Quwain Marina project. Emaar says it wants to ensure there is minimal impact on the area's natural habitat. The development will have 6,000 villas, 2,000 townhouses, 1,200 resort and hotel rooms, a marina and canals.

[Krazy]

Emaar readies Umm Al Quwain Marina presentation center

Emaar Middle East (EME) is finalizing the construction of a presentation center for its AED 12 billion (US$3.3 billion) Umm Al Quwain Marina waterfront development.


Umm Al Quwain Marina Presentation Center.

Umm Al Quwain Marina incorporates residential, retail and recreational facilities, sport and yacht clubs, waterfront resorts, boutique hotels, schools, community centers, open beaches, and landscapes with parks and trails.

'Developed as part of an agreement with the Umm Al Quwain Government, the 2000-acre Umm Al Quwain Marina project will bring in a new era of economic prosperity to the emirate,' said Mr Ahmad Al Matrooshi, UAE Managing Director, Emaar Properties and Member of the Board of Directors of Emaar Middle East. 'The mixed-use development has the potential to generate a number of jobs and will give a fillip to the tourism, trade and real estate-powered local economy.'

The total navigable water area, including marina and a set of canals, at Umm Al Quwain Marina is about 450 acres. 'The masterplan envisages 6,000 villas and 2,000 townhouses,' said Mr Al Matrooshi. 'As a self-sustaining development, Umm Al Quwain Marina will also host many retail and leisure facilities including indoor gyms, tennis courts and swimming pools. Some 1,200 resort- and hotel-rooms are also being planned.'

The presentation centre, located near the highway and within the development site, embodies Arabian architectural elements in its construction. It will feature true-to-type displays of the various components of the Umm Al Quwain Marina project and will have sales and administration offices. A model of the entire project will also be showcased. Potential home-owners and investors can gain a first-hand feel of the entire project through the displays and models.

With 23 km of waterfront, Umm Al Quwain Marina has its heart a central marina basin of 450 metres diameter, big enough to berth over 600 boats. Extensive landscaping will offer residents at the villas, town homes and island villas and visitors access to waterfront recreation centers, retail outlets and other amenities. The master-planner of the project is HOK and International Partnership is the infrastructure consultant.

Umm Al Quwain Marina can be easily accessed from Dubai through the Emirates Ring Road and will offer attractive home options for UAE residents as well as overseas investors, who are looking viable investment options in the UAE.

Huge hoardings announcing Umm Al Quwain Marina have already been erected. 'We are putting in place a team of dedicated sales professionals who will assist prospective buyers with detailed information on the project,' said Mr Al Matrooshi.

Umm Al Quwain Marina is a key development of Emaar outside Dubai. With a track-record of delivering 14,500 homes in Dubai, Emaar has also embarked on an expansion programme with prestigious projects in Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Egypt, Turkey, Syria, Pakistan, Jordan, Libya and India.

[metroreporter]

Emaar undertakes environmental assessment for Umm Al Quwain Marina
Umm Al Quwain, UAE, December 14, 2006: Emaar Middle East (EME) is undertaking an extensive environmental assessment study for its AED 12 billion (US$3.3 billion) Umm Al Quwain Marina. The results of the study will be integrated into the project’s masterplan to ensure that there is minimal interference on the natural habitat.

Dome International LLC, an agency with an impressive track-record in conducting environmental monitoring for several high-profile projects in the Gulf region, is undertaking the environmental monitoring and assessment studies for the project.

“Umm Al Quwain has a rich reserve of mangroves and natural lagoons,” said Mr Ahmad Al Matrooshi, UAE Managing Director, Emaar Properties and Member of the Board of Directors of Emaar Middle East, a company specifically formed earlier this year to develop Umm Al Quwain Marina. “As a developer committed to protecting and sustaining the environment, we want to ensure that the project has minimal impact on the natural habitat of Umm Al Quwain.”

Registered with the Dubai Municipality and the Environmental Agency, Abu Dhabi as an approved environmental consultant, Dome International is ascertaining several aspects of the environment at Umm Al Quwain Marina. These include the impact of build on the surroundings and a comprehensive survey of the existing flora and fauna.

“Our consultants have extensive experience in environmental consultancy services of major projects worldwide. We have particular expertise in the development/ infrastructure sector and have been responsible for a large number Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects for clients in the Gulf region,” said Jackie Daair of Dome International. “We are following international norms in assessing the environmental impact of the Umm Al Quwain Marina development.”

Emaar, the pioneer of master-planned communities in the UAE, has a successful track-record of creating environmentally conscious neighbourhoods that feature lush-green parks, gardens and waterways. Emaar recently unveiled the Earth Watch recycling initiative at its communities to support the environment.

“All our developments have been following sound environmental practices as prescribed by experts,” added Mr Al Matrooshi. “We are extending the same to Umm Al Quwain Marina too. The current topography of the project site already permits the introduction of water features such as channels and recreation basins.”

Umm Al Quwain Marina will also undertake several environmental considerations in waterfront planning. “These include the creation of coves, marinas, channels and other features. More open spaces and pedestrian areas will be provided along the water’s edge. Landscaping will be undertaken with drought-resistant plants to sustain a natural ambience. All these are so planned to minimise environmental impact,” said Mr Michael Bastow, Director – Development, Emaar Properties.

Developed as part of an agreement with the UAQ Government, Umm Al Quwain Marina will encompass 6,000 villas and 2,000 townhouses. The total navigable water area, including marina and a set of canals, at Umm Al Quwain Marina is about 450 acres. The project will also host many retail and leisure facilities including indoor gyms, tennis courts and swimming pools. Some 1,200 resort- and hotel-rooms are also being planned.

With 23 km of waterfront, Umm Al Quwain Marina has its heart a central marina basin of 450 metres diameter, big enough to berth over 600 boats. Extensive landscaping will offer pedestrians access to waterfront recreation centers, retail outlets and other amenities.

Umm Al Quwain Marina can be easily accessed from Dubai through the Emirates Ring Road and will offer attractive home options for UAE residents as well as overseas investors.

Umm Al Quwain Marina is a key development of Emaar outside Dubai. With a track-record of delivering over 14,500 homes in Dubai, Emaar has also embarked on an expansion programme with prestigious projects in Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia, Turkey, Syria, Jordan, Libya, Pakistan and India.

http://emaar.com/MediaCenter/PressRe...December14.asp

[GRmama]

Hi fellow forumers!

[philipz]

Here is the overview and location map of where Emaar's Umm Al Quwain Marina will be.

[Krazy]

Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Mualla inaugurates Umm Al Quwain Marina Presentation Centre

Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Mualla, Director - Office of the Crown Prince of Umm Al Quwain, yesterday, inaugurated the Presentation Centre of Umm Al Quwain Marina.


Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Al Mualla, Director - Office of the Crown Prince of Umm Al Quwain, inaugurates the Umm Al Quwain Marina Presentation Centre. Also pictured (left) is Mr Ahmad Al Matrooshi, UAE Managing Director, Emaar Properties.

The AED 12 billion (US$3.3 billion), project is developed by Umm Al Quwain Marina LLC, a joint venture between the government of Umm Al Quwain and Emaar Middle East.

Opening the Presentation Centre, Sheikh Maktoum said that Umm Al Quwain Marina marks the start of a new era of economic prosperity for the emirate and having Emaar as the joint venture partner will ensure the creation of a world-class development.

Umm Al Quwain Marina will feature over 8,000 homes, boutique hotels, retail outlets and recreational facilities set in a marina-themed environment. Potential home-owners can own a dream home by visiting the Presentation Centre from 10am on January 13, 2007. On sale are Mistral villas, a series of Spanish and Portuguese-styled homes. The two-storey, three- to four-bedroom villas are 3,458 to 4,311 sq ft in size with prices starting at AED 2.04 million.

'Umm Al Quwain Marina is a perfect fit to the growth strategies of the emirate, and with the opening of the Presentation Centre, these plans are taking concrete shape. We are confident that the project will boost the local economy,' said Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Mualla, Chairman of Umm Al Quwain Marina LLC.

Mr Ahmad Al Matrooshi, UAE Managing Director, Emaar Properties and Member of the Board of Directors of Emaar Middle East, said: 'The early investor response is very encouraging. With Umm Al Quwain Marina, we are creating a truly world-class development that will boast the same standards of our Dubai projects.'

'Potential home-owners can get a true feel of the Mistral villas at the Presentation Centre,' added Mr Al Matrooshi. 'Sales representatives will guide them through the various features of the villas and assist in the sales process.'

The Umm Al Quwain Marina is spread over 2,000 acres of land and features 450 acres of navigable water area.

[modinodubai]

Any Updates?

[Krazy]

Marina project in UAQ hits phase two

Dubai: Emaar is offering new two-storey, three-to-four bedroom villas for Dh2.04 million at the yet-to-be announced Mistral community in the second phase of Umm Al Quwain Marina, a company statement said.

Umm Al Quwain Marina, the joint venture between the government of Umm Al Quwain and Emaar Middle East, will soon launch the second phase of homes.

"The Mistral community comprises a series of Spanish and Portuguese-styled villas. The two-storey, three-to-four bedroom homes are 3,458 to 4,311 square feet in size. Prices start at Dh2.04 million," the statement said.

This follows good investor response to the first phase launched earlier this month.

"The investor response to the Mistral villa community, which we launched at Umm Al Quwain Marina, has been very encouraging, and we are launching the second phase earlier than planned," said Ahmad Al Matroushi, UAE managing director, Emaar Properties and Member of the Board of Directors of Emaar Middle East.

"Potential home-owners can visit the new Umm Al Quwain Sales Centre for more details on the villas remaining, and also an overview of the entire project.

"As a world-class development that brings in a new lifestyle to the emirate, the Umm Al Quwain Marina offers an attractive option for home-owners and potential investors," said Al Matroushi. "The good response to the first sale underscores the trust home-owners have in the project."

[dubaigreen]

Hi,

I was at the new Sales Center of Emaar, and see some Model pictures of the project. In the last picture you see that the area (phase 1) is in the middle, so you can not choose a "beach-front" villa. So, from 2M dirham upwards, with no view, too much for me. I would expect sea view, but that´s just my view.

[laguna33p]

am i correct to say this is leasehold (99yrs) for foreigners??

[cartographer5]

No update for such a prestigious project.Here's an overlay showing surrounding areas. someone should go and get construction pics of the project.Badly needed.

[cartographer5]

Construction of the mistril villas is going at some pace considering they just broke ground this july...arabtec is doing a wonderful job...the villas can be seen taking shape from a distace.. uaq marina is the best project in umm al quwain..

Their sales centre...beautiful..


villas from a distance..




opposite to uaq marina would be the future municipaliy park which due to lack of funds has only been walled up..lets hope they find the money to build it..




nearby arabtec construction camp

[bizzybonita]

Umm Al Quwain Marina breaks ground


Umm Al Quwain Marina LLC, the joint venture between the government of Umm Al Quwain and Emaar Middle East, has broken ground for the first phase of residences with the Dh12 billion ($3.3 billion) Umm Al Quwain Marina development located by the scenic Khor Al Beidah natural lagoon.

Mr Ahmad Al Matrooshi, UAE Managing Director, Emaar Properties and Member of the Board of Directors of Emaar Middle East, and other dignitaries attended the ground-breaking ceremony.

Mr. Al Matrooshi said: “Umm Al Quwain Marina is the pioneering master-planned community in the emirate creating a new benchmark in lifestyle property development. We are thankful to the government of Umm Al Quwain for their continuous support in executing this project. Umm Al Quwain Marina will support the governmental initiatives in establishing a new direction of growth for the property sector.”

Emaar Middle East has selected a team of industry leaders to spearhead each major development area of this first phase: global architectural firm HOK have master planned the development, Al Wasl Al Jadeed serve as lead consultant and Arabtec as the main contractor for the Mistral villas. The 2,000-acre Umm Al Quwain Marina development, which features 23 km of waterfront and 450 acres of navigable water, will also include town homes, boutique villas, retail outlets and recreational facilities. The Umm Al Quwain Marina Sales Centre is conveniently located onsite and just off the coastal Dubai-Umm Al Quwain highway. The centre is open from 9am to 6pm during the week and from 10am to 6pm on Fridays.

[bizzybonita]

Emaar launches limited collection of new villas in Dubai and Umm Al Quwain on March 8

Posted on Thursday, 6 March 2008

Industry Sector Real Estate
Country United Arab Emirates



Press Release Content

Emaar Properties PJSC is launching sales of a limited collection of unique villas and townhomes on March 8, 2008.



The select villas and townhomes are located in the established neighbourhoods of Arabian Ranches and The Lakes, and the up-and-coming Umm Al Quwain Marina.

Customers can choose from a variety of floor plans and sizes. The villas for sale in Arabian Ranches are exceptional in their elegance and build quality. Part of the Alma, Alvorada, Palmera, Saheel and Polo Homes communities, several of these homes are currently ready for hand-over.

Nestled in the privacy of own gardens and with terraces or balconies, the villas are inspired by Spanish and Arab architecture, and have a spacious study, family lounge and nanny's room. Arabian Ranches also offers customers the convenience of living within a leisure-rich neighbourhood featuring the Arabian Ranches Golf Club and the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club.

The luxurious villas at Umm Al Quwain Marina are part of the Mistral community. The new and spacious three- and four-bedroom villas take architectural inspiration from Portuguese and Spanish styles.

They are located close to a Marina and the Arabian Sea, thus offering a breathtaking location ideal for a main home or weekend getaway. All villas also offer easy access to white sandy beaches and an array of leisure facilities including dedicated children's play areas.

At The Lakes - an integral part of the Emirates Living neighbourhood - the choices include three- to five-bedroom villas and townhomes in the Hattan, Ghadeer, Maeen, Forat and Zulal clusters.

The elegant homes with a choice of study and/or family lounge and nanny's room have terraces that overlook immaculate gardens, and are situated between two established golf courses - The Montgomerie, Dubai, and Emirates Golf Club. The serene neighbourhood features tranquil parks and refreshing waterways adding to the quality of living.

Mr Saif Al Mansoori, Sales Director, Emaar Properties, said: "Villas and townhomes, by their very nature of offering privacy and spacious comfort, are sought-after by customers in the UAE. This is reflected in their consistently high demand. This limited edition sale will help meet the growing demand of homes in some of the most elegant locations in the country."

He added: "All the villas and townhomes on sale are part of integrated lifestyle communities offering facilities such as schools, medical centres, shopping malls, children's care centres and play areas, restaurants and fitness facilities. There are extensive leisure facilities too including the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club and golf course at Arabian Ranches; The Montgomerie, Dubai, at Emirates Living; and a lifestyle-focused Marina environment at Umm Al Quwain Marina."

A key feature of all three villa communities is their superior accessibility. Arabian Ranches and The Lakes can be easily accessed from Sheikh Zayed Road, Emirates Road and Al Khail Road, whereas Umm Al Quwain Marina borders the Umm Al Quwain highway offering direct access to neighbouring emirates.

They will be offered on a first-come first-serve basis. Potential customers can visit the Emaar Sales Centre on the 8th floor of Emaar Business Park Building 1 from March 8. Sales start from 9am. They can also call 800-EMAAR (800-36227) or log on to www.emaar.com for more details.

Emaar is a pioneering community developer and has handed over thousands of homes to customers. The company is also developing Downtown Burj Dubai, a 500-acre community in the heart of the city.


Contact Details
Company Emaar Properties PJSC
Telephone 971 4 3627621
Email corporate_communications@emaar.ae

[Kairi]

Any electricity/Water problem here for UMM AL QUWAIN MARINA? Al Salam City is put on hold because of this issue.

[The-King]

found this in the uaebirding forum:

We were "prepared for the worst" at Khor Al Beida, having not been there since February but things weren't as bad as we feared (yet).

Although a large chunk of dunes have been destroyed for a housing development, the wader roost between the Ruler's Palace and the first (still) half-finished mansion is exactly as it was 8 months ago, and groaning under the weight of 75 Crab Plover and 14 Eurasian Spoonbill.

Access is by driving towards Umm Al Quwain seafront, turning right at the lights level with the balloon-shaped stripey water tower then right at the first r'bout and left at the second (to go round the edge of the Ruler's Palace). Then turn left towards the half-finished grey concrete house and drive the sandy track to the left of it, approaching the small point very slowly as any roosting waders will flush easily, especially if the tide is already in.

We arrived 1.5 hours before high tide (from http://easytide.ukho.gov.uk) and we were a bit late; best to go for 2.5 hours before, esp. if it is a particularly high high-tide.

[EM Concepts]

Hi everyone.

Just a quick note as I passed my UAQ Marina a couple of days ago. Everything is on schedule for phase 1 - utilities are sorted and the villas built - surrounding infrastructure now underway for completion and handover in June 2009. I've got up close pics of finished villas from the construction company and many many more details on this excellent development.

Emaar have around 4 villas remaining starting at 3.3m AED (just under 1000 AED sq ft). We have access to phase 1 villas starting at 2.8m AED, around 700 AED sq ft which is fantastic value.

Anyone who wants any info then please send me a message.

Thanks

EM Concepts

[Monica_B]

Hi can you send some pics, floor plans, payment plan details, etc for the villas

[The-King]

Hey EM Concepts,

welcome to the forum! It would be nice If you could post the pics here!

You can also send them to me then I can post them!