Master plans for 16 projects in Dubailand approved by DM

Dubailand, a member of Tatweer, announced today Dubai Municipality has approved 16 master plans for projects at the world's most ambitious family entertainment destination.Dubailand has consistently taken follow up measures to ensure projects are executed and delivered on time."Projects of this magnitude add a new dimension to Dubailand and demonstrate the destination's attractive elements. Although the projects are massive, investors are strictly adhering to international standards and guidelines, set by Dubailand", said Mohammed Al Habbai, CEO of Dubailand. "The approval of 16 master plans by Dubai Municipality has taken Dubailand forward and will critically help to bring additional investors to this key entertainment and leisure destination." Dubailand projects under development include Dubai Heritage Vision launched in 2006 and Dubai Outlet City- to be launched in Q2 of 2007.Dubai Sport City, Motor City, Falcon City of Wonders and Al Barrari are other projects that are under construction or in the early stages development.Polo, City of Arabia and Al Kaheel are other projects that are in the initial stages of execution and infrastructure works are set to commence.These projects are coming up at the most opportune time in the region.A recent PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) Global Entertainment and Media Outlook report predicts attendance at parks in Europe, the Middle East and Africa will grow from 131 million visitors in 2004 to 147 million in 2009, a 12 per cent increase."Such industry estimates indicate promising potential for the leisure and entertainment sector in the region. The pioneering projects planned at Dubailand will position the region, and especially Dubai as a leading entertainment destination," said Al Habbai.The three billion square feet Dubailand will be situated alongside the Emirates Road. It will include the 'The Restless Planet', a dinosaur theme park being developed in cooperation with the Natural History Museum in the UK, a Sports City, featuring large state-of-the-art stadiums, the Great Dubai Wheel, the Islamic Culture, The Global Village, Dubai Heritage Vision and Science World, the Mall of Arabia, set to become one of the largest shopping centres in the world, and several other attractions catering to the entire family. Source