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Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
UAE: Hatta gears up for massive community sports day with over 3,000 participants expected
Residents and tourists gear up for a day of fitness, games, and nature in the scenic Hatta mountains/Image: Shutterstock TL;DR: Hatta Open Sports Day to kick off July 27 with 30+ events across multiple sports Organised by Dubai Sports Council to promote fitness, inclusivity, and nature-based tourism Over 3,000 participants expected, including families, children, and residents from across UAE Event is part of Dubai's broader goal to make Hatta a year-round sports and eco-tourism hub Thousands of fitness enthusiasts, amateur athletes, and families are expected to gather in Dubai's mountainous enclave of Hatta on July 27, for the annual Hatta Open Sports Day. Organised by the Dubai Sports Council, the all-day event will host more than 30 competitions and sports challenges designed to promote active living and community engagement in one of the emirate's most scenic regions. What is the Hatta Open Sports Day? Held annually, the Hatta Open Sports Day is a major community-driven fitness festival that combines sports, adventure, and nature. Hosted in collaboration with local government entities and supported by the Dubai Police and local sports clubs, the event includes a wide range of activities from cycling and running to functional fitness, tug-of-war, rowing, volleyball, and even remote-controlled car races. According to the Dubai Sports Council, the event is aimed at making sports more accessible and inclusive, especially in outer-city communities like Hatta. The event also promotes family participation, with special segments for children, people of determination, and female athletes. Who Will Participate? Over 3,000 participants are expected this year, including school groups, amateur fitness enthusiasts, and professional local clubs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo Registration is open to men and women of all nationalities, and no entry fees are charged, making it a fully public event. Activities are spread across both indoor and outdoor spaces, including Hatta Sports Club, Hatta Fort Hotel, and nearby hiking trails and open fields. Why Hatta? Hatta's unique geography, surrounded by the Hajar Mountains has made it a natural choice for sports tourism in the UAE. The area has seen significant development under the Hatta Master Development Plan, part of Dubai's 2040 Urban Master Plan, which aims to turn the area into a world-class adventure and eco-tourism destination. Over the past few years, Hatta has hosted cycling tournaments, mountain bike marathons, trail runs, and water sports events, all attracting local and international attention. By organising community events like the Sports Day, Dubai aims to empower residents in suburban areas while tapping into the growing appeal of active tourism. Focus on Inclusion and Community Wellness What sets the Hatta Open apart is its inclusive approach. Events have been specially curated to ensure participation from all segments of society. From a ladies-only fitness challenge to youth football matches and adaptive sports for people of determination, the event emphasizes wellness for all. Additionally, wellness tents, nutrition advice booths, and hydration stations will be present throughout the venue to promote health awareness. The event also doubles as a platform to foster national identity, volunteerism, and community cohesion, echoing broader social goals outlined in the UAE's National Sports Strategy 2031. A Boost for Local Economy and Tourism Events like the Hatta Open Sports Day play a crucial role in promoting domestic tourism. The influx of visitors often results in full bookings at local resorts, increased sales for food and retail vendors, and greater awareness of Hatta's natural reserves, heritage villages, and adventure parks like Hatta Wadi Hub. Last year's event saw participants from Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and even Oman. Organisers expect this year's numbers to rise as word spreads via official media and community networks. The Hatta Open Sports Day is more than a series of athletic challenges, it's a showcase of what Dubai envisions for the future of inclusive, community-centric, and health-focused lifestyles. By transforming a traditionally quiet mountain town into a weekend sports capital, Dubai is investing not just in fitness, but in regional pride, social wellbeing, and sustainable tourism. For participants and spectators alike, July 27 is shaping up to be a celebration of movement, unity, and nature.
Arabian Post
16-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Emirates NBD Backs AED 3.9 Bn Funding for Dubai's Blue Metro
Emirates NBD has arranged AED 3.9 billion in fully underwritten syndicated bonding facilities to support the MAPA‑LIMAK‑CRRC consortium building Dubai's Metro Blue Line Project, advancing the emirate's 2040 Urban Master Plan goals for a world‑class public transport network. The bond will cover part of the AED 20.5 billion contract awarded by the Roads and Transport Authority to the three‑way consortium for design and construction of the new metro line. Set to span 30 km with 14 stations, the Blue Line extends across strategic locations including Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and Academic City. Scheduled for operational launch in September 2029, the electrified line will link with the existing Red and Green metro lines, alongside bus and taxi services, anticipating service for around 350,000 daily passengers by 2040. Strategic planners expect the new route to relieve congestion and connect residential, industrial and academic zones more efficiently. ADVERTISEMENT The green finance classification reflects the project's alignment with Emirates NBD's Sustainable Finance Framework, categorising it under 'Clean Transportation'. Bank executives described the deal as a key milestone reinforcing its role as a partner in green, strategic infrastructure projects shaping the emirate's future. Bank spokesperson Ahmed Al Qassim, Group Head of Wholesale Banking, emphasised the initiative's importance: 'This metro line is a landmark undertaking … providing a rising population with new, efficient, accessible, and reliable public transportation'. From the consortium, MAPA's Murathan Doruk Günal praised the bank's trust and commitment to Dubai's sustainable urban vision, while Limak board member Serdar Bacaksız highlighted the transformative potential of the infrastructure move. As a smart, automated system, the Metro Blue Line aims to cut travel times significantly—passengers can expect a 25‑minute ride between Creek and Academic City, and 17 minutes to Centrepoint—boosting integration with future transport, including Etihad Rail. Its construction includes 14.5 km elevated track and 15.5 km underground, with platform enhancements to support growing ridership. This latest phase follows RTA's December 2024 contract award for the consortium—comprising Turkish entities MAPA and Limak, alongside China's CRRC—marking a significant milestone in Dubai's push for an expanded rail network. The broader roster of contractors included international firms, but this consortium triumphed in the bid judged on technical capacity and delivery potential. As part of the 2040 Urban Master Plan, the Blue Line is designed not only to strengthen mobility but also to advance sustainable urban growth. Emirates NBD's bond facility demonstrates private‑sector alignment with government transport ambitions and the emirate's environmental commitments.
Zawya
14-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai Municipality completes $51.7mln landscaping projects
Dubai Municipality has completed a series of landscaping and afforestation projects across major intersections and roadways in the emirate during the first half of 2025. Valued at AED190 million and covering more than three million square metres, the projects form part of the Municipality's broader strategy to green and beautify Dubai, support the objectives of the Green Dubai initiative, and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors in line with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. The landscaping works spanned several strategic locations, including the intersection of Al Khail Road with Latifa bint Hamdan Street; the intersection of Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Street with Tripoli Street; Sheikh Rashid Street from the junction with Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street to Al Mina Road; Sheikh Zayed Road from the 7th Interchange (entry point to Dubai from Abu Dhabi); and Al Khawaneej Street at the intersection with Al Amardi Street. In total, the Municipality planted more than 300,000 trees and seedlings, along with 222,500 square metres of ground covers and flowers. The projects incorporated smart, sustainable irrigation systems featuring underground pump designs to optimise surface space. These systems are connected to remote-control networks supported by Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, enabling real-time monitoring and water-use efficiency to ensure sustainable irrigation practices. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said the new landscaping projects form part of the Municipality's ongoing efforts to enhance the urban and aesthetic appeal of Dubai and increase the sustainability and attractiveness of public spaces. The initiatives are aligned with the highest standards of innovative and sustainable landscaping practices and support the urban environment pillar of Dubai's Quality of Life Strategy 2033. He added, 'Our aim is to reinforce Dubai's distinctive urban and aesthetic identity and solidify its position as a leading sustainable global city. We seek to offer a vibrant and healthy living environment that upholds the highest standards of quality of life for residents and visitors, while maintaining a harmonious balance between the urban, architectural, and environmental landscape.' Bader Anwahi, CEO of the Public Facilities Agency at Dubai Municipality, said, 'The landscaping projects were developed in accordance with specific urban and environmental criteria, with a focus on selecting diverse plant species adapted to the local climate. This enhances the beauty and unique character of public spaces. We also increased the planting of native and ornamental species cultivated in Dubai Municipality's nurseries. In addition, we unified the aesthetic of Dubai's main entry points by installing similar decorative fencing, using carefully selected colour schemes that reflect the emirate's identity and provide visitors with a welcoming sense of arrival.' The projects incorporated the planting of native trees such as sidr, ghaf, and neem, alongside ornamental varieties including chorisia, washingtonia, royal poinciana, millingtonia, albizia, and bougainvillaea. In addition to landscaping works, Dubai Municipality further enhanced the appeal and aesthetic quality of the city's unique urban design, particularly at key intersections and main roads. For instance, the intersection of Al Khail Road and Latifa bint Hamdan Street was fitted with vertical lighting inspired by traditional Arab architecture. These lights are harmoniously integrated with the surrounding landscape design and change colours to mark national occasions, adding a distinctive visual element that reflects the city's creative design ethos. By the end of Q1 2025, Dubai Municipality was managing more than 5.5 million trees and seedlings, 8.7 million square metres of green areas, 2 million square metres of seasonal flowers, 6.3 million square metres of ground covers, and 1.3 million linear metres of plant fencing. In 2024 alone, the Municipality planted 216,500 trees—an average of 600 new trees per day. The total area of green space increased to 391.5 hectares in 2024, up from 234 hectares in 2023. These milestones reaffirm Dubai Municipality's commitment to sustainable urban development and its ongoing efforts to position Dubai as one of the world's most attractive, liveable, and environmentally conscious cities.
ME Construction
03-07-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
REEF Luxury Developments launches REEF 998 in DubaiLand
Property REEF Luxury Developments launches REEF 998 in DubaiLand By The project will offer 323 residences ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments, and each unit features REEF's region-first patented outdoor cooling technology REEF Luxury Developments has unveiled its new US $122.5mn REEF 998 project, which is billed as an architecturally advanced residential community. Spanning 355,663sqft, REEF 998 is designed to be a contemporary living focused project and is scheduled for handover in Q2 2028. The project will offer 323 residences ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments, each unit features REEF's region-first patented outdoor cooling technology and Sunken Balconies, ensuring year-round outdoor living comfort. Dubailand's growth potential is significantly enhanced by the anticipated metro connectivity and its alignment with Dubai's 2040 Urban Master Plan. REEF 998 emerges investment opportunity at this opportune moment, offering investors and homeowners a rare combination of innovation, luxury, and sustainable value in one of the UAE's most promising communities, said a statement. 'These elegant homes in DLRC are long-term investment assets that answer a clear market need,' said Samer Ambar, CEO of REEF Luxury Developments. 'In Dubai's thriving property market, REEF 998's livable innovation and design resilience really sets it apart. From energy efficient systems and smart technology to exclusive outdoor spaces with integrated outdoor cooling technology, we're delivering a product that meets both lifestyle aspirations and investor expectations.' Residences range from 477 to 1,397sqft, and every home will include Bosch appliances and Grohe fittings, while the project offers resort-style amenities, home tech, and a masterplan built around community connection and green space. REEF 998 will take shape in DLRC on Hamdan Bin Zayed Road, and will enjoy dual frontage – one facade will overlook the main road, while the opposite side will overlook community parks. REEF 998 also places sustainability at its core, using a recyclable steel structural system to boost energy efficiency and long-term durability along with REEF's patented sunken balconies with outdoor cooling – delivering value to both residents and investors, the statement concluded.
Mid East Info
03-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
REEF Luxury Developments launches REEF 998 in Dubai Land Residence Complex - Middle East Business News and Information
Features a patented climate-controlled sunken balcony with outdoor cooling, ensuring all season usability. July 2025, Dubai, UAE: After the successful launch of REEF 1000 and REEF 999, REEF Luxury Developments – a pioneer in innovative real estate solutions, has unveiled the AED 450 million ($122.5 million) REEF 998 project, an architecturally advanced residential community. Spanning an impressive 355,663 square feet, REEF 998 sets a new benchmark in architectural excellence and contemporary living. Handover of REEF 998 is scheduled for Q2 2028. REEF 998 offers 323 residences ranging from stylish studios to spacious 3-bedroom apartments. Each unit features REEF's region-first patented outdoor cooling technology and the Sunken Balconies, ensuring year-round outdoor living comfort. 'These elegant homes in DLRC are long-term investment assets that answer a clear market need,' said Samer Ambar, CEO of REEF Luxury Developments. 'In Dubai's thriving property market, REEF 998 livable innovation and design resilience really sets it apart. From energy efficient systems and smart technology to exclusive outdoor spaces with integrated outdoor cooling technology, we're delivering a product that meets both lifestyle aspirations and investor expectations.' Residences range from 477 to 1,397 sq. ft. Every home includes premium Bosch appliances and Grohe fittings, while the project offers resort-style amenities, smart home tech, and a masterplan built around community connection and green space. REEF 998 is strategically located in DLRC on Hamdan Bin Zayed Road, enjoys a dual frontage: one facade overlooks the vibrant main road, while the opposite side overlooks a tranquil community park, granting residents uninterrupted green views. REEF 998 also places sustainability at its core, using a recyclable steel structural system to boost energy efficiency and long-term durability along with REEF's patented sunken balconies with outdoor cooling – delivering value to both residents and investors. With prices starting from AED 759,441, the project offers flexible 3 and 5.5 year payment plans with post-handover option, making it one of the most compelling new opportunities in Dubai's thriving real estate sector. The anticipated metro connectivity and alignment with Dubai's 2040 Urban Master Plan enhance Dubailand's growth potential, positioning REEF 998 as a standout investment opportunity. As the city recorded AED 143 billion in transactions in Q1 2025 alone, REEF 998 arrives at a time of strong momentum, offering investors and homeowners a rare blend of innovation, luxury, and sustainable value in one of the UAE's most promising communities.
