The Higher Committee for Urban Planning and Well-Being announced the award of contracts to develop Al Mamzar and Jumeirah 1 Beaches.
The project spans 5.7 km (4.3 km at Al Mamzar and 1.4 km at Jumeirah 1). The cost of both projects is estimated as AED355 million.
Slated for completion in 18 months, the two projects mark a quantum shift in beach design. Guided by integrated plans, radical changes will be carried out to reshape and enhance the infrastructure of these beaches, placing them on a par with the most advanced and attractive in the world. The project creates a new recreational tourism destination, catering to the influx of beachgoers, water sports enthusiasts, and night swimmers, offering an unparalleled experience for residents, tourists, and visitors on Dubai's renowned beaches.
The project supports Dubai's efforts to provide a city with integrated leisure and tourism facilities in terms of well-being for residents and visitors. It aligns with the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, Dubai Urban Plan 2040, and the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033, all aimed to make Dubai the world leader in quality of life, enhance its attractiveness as a vibrant city, and cement its position as the best city to live, work, and visit as well as one of the world's leading destinations for beach tourism.
Dubai's Beaches: A Unique Model
The project creates a global model for beach design, enhancing capacity with advanced facilities, including Dubai's first 24/7 night swimming beach, pedestrian and cycling paths, and a unique floating bridge at Al Mamzar Beach.
Integrated Infrastructure
The beaches will feature world-class health and service facilities, recreational areas, playgrounds, fitness zones, and seasonal event spaces. They will have 1,400 parking spaces with charging stations, extensive water, irrigation, and sewage systems, and modern irrigation for green spaces.
Advanced Technology
The two beaches will feature high-tech services and systems, including advanced safety deposit boxes, Wi-Fi, and electronic screens. Beach rescue services will use the latest AI-assisted technologies, with enhanced surveillance through over 100 modern cameras linked to the central control rooms of Dubai Municipality and Dubai Police to ensure the highest level of safety for beachgoers.
Investment Opportunities
More than 50 unique investment opportunities will be offered, including water activity rentals, commercial outlets and kiosks, restaurants, self-service food and beverage machines, advertising spaces, and beach seating and umbrellas.
Adapting to Climate Change
Dubai plans to elevate beaches to combat climate change, using over 500,000 cubic meters of sand. The project, keeping beaches partially open, aims to enhance beach services by 400%, increase night swimming areas by 56%, cycling tracks by 285%, and running tracks by 125%, while ensuring facilities for People of Determination.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
