Archive for May, 2009

DAMAC Announced New Projects in Dubai

Saturday, May 16th, 2009

This week Damac announced its plans for new projects worth US $544 million (AED2 billion), eight of which will be awarded by the end of this year. Construction Week finds out what they are and when to expect tender documents.

1- DAMAC Heights, Dubai Marina

Description: This is a 90-storey residential tower at Dubai Marina featuring one-bedroom units up to duplexes and penthouse apartments.
Status: Enabling works contract award expected in Q4 2009.
Tender: Enabling works contract expected to be tendered this week, the main contract tender is due in October, while the main contract award can be expected in early 2010.

2- Amber Residence, Dubai World Central

Description: Ten-storey residential complex located at Dubai World Central residential city. The development will have retail outlets on the ground floor and feature studio, one and two bedroom units.
Status: Enabling works have been completed by National Piling and the main contractor is due to be appointed in Q3 2009.
Tender: Main contract expected to be tendered in June.

3- Park Central

Description: This is a 17-storey project designed to give views across the lake from three sides of the tower. It has parking on four levels.
Status: Enabling works have been completed by Al Habtoor STFA and the main contract is due to be awarded in Q3 2009.
Tender: Main contract expected to be tendered in June. (more…)