Tatweer announces Marvel Theme Park

Tatweer, a Dubai-based multi-sector enterprise with a portfolio including energy, healthcare, tourism, industry and real estate and a member of Dubai Holding, has announced a contract with US-based Marvel Entertainment, creators of action characters such as Spider-Man, The X-Men and the Fantastic Four, to develop a super here theme park at the world’s largest leisure, tourism and entertainment destination.

To be located in Dubailand, the Marvel Super Heroes theme park will be one of Tatweer’s key projects. The company recently finalized the conceptual master plan of the 4.5 million square feet project, with an expected opening date in 2012. The theme park will further enhance and diversity the region’s entertainment offerings, and put Dubai in the spotlight as on of the world’s most attractive tourism destinations.

Commenting on the announcement, Saeed Al Munfafiq, executive chairman of Tatweer, said, “We are delighted to welcome Marvel as our latest member in the distinctive Dubailand portfolio. We are confident this landmark partnership will add further value to the exciting world-class offering of Dubailand.”

Unique experience

Originally planned as a partnership between the Al Ahli Group and Marvel Entertainment, the management of the project is now being overseen by Tatweer.

“We are privileged to be part of the Dubailand destination, which is a unique entertainment experience that captures the world’s best creative concepts. The launch of the Marvel Super Heroes theme park in Dubai will mark our entry into a region that promises tremendous growth potential for our brands,” David Maisel, executive vise-president of Marvel Entertainment, said.