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Time Out Dubai
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
Palm Jebel Ali: Nakheel awards Dhs780m contracts for project
The Palm Jebel Ali project is one of the longest-running in Dubai with work on it first carried out in 2002. Off the coast of the city, the man-made island will be twice the size of Palm Jumeirah once it's finally completed. Construction paused on the project for more than 15 years following a break in 2008, which has left the island lying dormant for the better part of two decades. If you like this: What's next for Dubai? These 5 mega-projects are raising the bar But, last year, it was announced that property developer Nakheel was coming back to the table to breathe new life into the white elephant. Latest Palm Jebel Ali announcements In May 2024, the developer revealed that contracts for the commencement of infrastructure works have now been awarded. Or, to put it more plainly, it's time to build again. On Monday August 26 2024, a major Dhs810 million update was announced by the Government of Dubai. A contract has been awarded to the Jan De Nul Group to work on dredging, land reclamation, beach profiling and sand placement. Following this, on Monday November 11 2024, Nakheel announced the release of its first villas on Palm Jebel Ali, The Beach Collection. On June 16 2025, Nakheel, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded three contracts worth over AED 750 million for major infrastructure works on Palm Jebel Ali, scheduled to be completed by Q4 2026. There will be 10 distinctive architectural styles for the bespoke villas planned for the Palm Jebel Ali. And on Tuesday July 1, it was revealed that the Select Group will take charge of a large-scale development on the island which will feature upscale residential and hospitality offerings. The Gateway Bridge on the Palm Jebel Ali original plans The island spans 13.4 kilometres of land with 10.5 million square metres of development and 16 distinctive fronds offering a total of 110 kilometres of coastline and 91 kilometres of beachfront, which will eventually be home to 35,000 families. The mega-project aligns with the city's overarching Urban Master Plan for 2040, which aims to increase the population in the city to 5.8 million and increase the length of public beaches by, well, 2040. So, why is construction back under way at Palm Jebel Ali? What can we expect when the project is finally finished? And when might the project finally be complete? Why construction has resumed on Palm Jebel Ali Construction had stalled for more than a decade on Palm Jebel Ali as a result of the global financial crisis of 2008. Fast forward 15 years and it seemed that hopes of continuing the project were lost and were even close to formal cancellation in 2022. But in 2023, Nakheel revived the plans and sought reinvestment and new partners to make the project a reality. Palm Jebel Ali will also provide an additional urban centre to Dubai, forming a major residential and leisure anchor for the new Expo 2020 urban centre. The island spans 13.4 kilometres of land, with 10.5 million square metres of development. It features 16 fronds, with a total… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 26, 2024 And now, in 2025, contracts to resume construction have been awarded to various parties, which means that the whole project is being brought back to life. The public access road from Sheikh Zayed Road to Palm Jebel Ali will be built by leading civil and marine contractor DBB Contracting LLC. It will introduce a six-kilometre path directly onto the new palm Roadway and lighting to Al Hesah Street at Dubai Waterfront, which connects to the new palm, will be built by Khansaheb Civil Engineering LLC. In October 2024, a Dhs270 million contract for two DEWA substations was awarded which are set to be completed in line with the delivery of luxury villas on the island. And in January 2025, six international and local architects were chosen for the Beach Collection range of villas on the new Palm. So we're gradually making progress. What can we expect on Palm Jebel Ali? At twice the size of Palm Jumeirah, and a promise of 80 hotels and resorts on the man-made island, it's fair to say that we can expect a lot on Palm Jebel Ali. With so many hotels and resorts, a whole new batch of restaurants, bars and beach clubs will also be in the offing. Last year, real estate agents faced a fight to be among the first to get their hands on one of the villas on the island. The first properties are expected to be handed over in 2027. Homes on the island are being sold on beach connectivity, enhanced privacy, abundant greenery, panoramic views and its blended indoor-outdoor living. Futuristic buildings of the Gateway Bridge on Palm Jebel Ali plans Several projects have been announced for the island and been assigned names such as 'celebration village' and 'family resort' but details beyond that are quite scarce. At the centre will be a big tower with 360-degree panoramic views. To date, here's what's been promised on Palm Jebel Ali: Beach clubs Celebration village Eco-resort Family resort Family club and beach Gateway Towers Lifestyle mall Town centres on either crescent Signature yacht club Signature wellness resort Sports and wellness club Sunrise waterfront promenade Sunset waterfront promenade When will Palm Jebel Ali be completed? No specific date has been given as to when we can finally expect work to be completed on Palm Jebel Ali. However, with real estate agents saying hand over could come in 2027 then that could be when we first see people move onto the island. And with Dubai Holding highlighting the project as a key part of the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040, we should expect the project to be finished before then. News you need to know in Dubai Everything you need to know about the Dubai flying taxis And it's sooner than you'd think An introvert's guide to Dubai: From reading spots to chilled nights out We've sorted your itinerary out for you There will be two Ramadans in 2030 – here's why This won't happen again until 2063
Time Out Dubai
09-05-2025
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
5 incredible pictures that show how Dubai Metro has changed over the years
It's hard to imagine a time when the Dubai Metro didn't exist. Getting us all from A to B, the lines are a popular method of getting around the city, and a whopping 260 million passengers used it in 2023. Now a staple of Dubai, Dubai Metro officially turned 15 years old in September 2024, so of course, that means cracking out the photo album and taking a look back to yesteryear. First launched in 2009, the line was trialed in August before welcoming its first paying passengers on September 9. The Dubai Metro Red Line under construction in 2007 (Credit: Imre Solt) Covering 74.6km, the route encompasses both the red and green lines, running from Jebel Ali all the way to Rashidiya near Dubai International Airport. In the coming years, the Dubai Metro will also welcome a brand new route, the Blue Line, stretching throughout new parts of the city by 2029. Dubai Metro trial session running in August 2009 (Credit: Marwan Naamani/.Getty Images) Dubai Metro Jebel Ali station under construction (Credit: Imre Solt) As well as getting passengers to their destinations in good time, the Dubai Metro stations are pretty impressive too. In case you didn't know, as of 2025 you can do everything from making your orange juice to taking a business meeting in one (we're not kidding). Dubai Metro flyover under construction in 2007 (Credit: Supplied) What's next for the Dubai Metro? Set to serve the city for many years to come, the Dubai Metro is planned to have 140 new stations by 2040, according to recent announcements. Dubai Metro plans for expansion (Credit: Government of Dubai) The expansion project was announced as part of the Executive Council of Dubai's plans to develop the areas surrounding Dubai Metro stations, reducing the impact of carbon emissions in the emirate to 16 tonnes per capita and bringing more economic opportunities to the city. The plan also aims to boost populations around stations and add more residential, commercial, office, and service spaces around Dubai Metro stations. Also introducing the Blue Line, areas such as Marsa, Dubai Creek and Silicon Oasis will finally have their own route, before connecting with the Red Line at Centrepoint Station and the Green Line at Al Khor Station. In other Dubai news 17 pictures that show how much Dubai has changed from the 1960s to today Then vs now What can we expect on Palm Jebel Ali? Dhs810 million marine work begins on long-running project It will be twice as big as Palm Jumeirah Dubai's next 'it' neighbourhood — and where to get the best value for money (according to an expert) Your guide to the hottest spots in town
