Al Marjan Island awards 4th Flushing Channel Construction contract

The Al Marjan Island (AMI) Company  (8 September 2015) announced that it has awarded its 4th flushing channel construction work to internationally experienced contractor, China Harbour Engineering Company. The flushing channel will improve water circulation and enhance the aesthetics of the island, ensuring high returns on investment.

AMI announced the project at Cityscape Global, the premier global exhibition serving the real estate industry, which will continue until September 10 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. AMI is the Gold Sponsor of Cityscape Global.

Architect Abdullah Rashed Al Abdooli, Managing Director of AMI Company, said the construction of this flushing channel will reinvigorate the island's marine environment as it is 700 meters long and 40 meters wide. Moreover, it opens the door for developing new real estate projects on its banks. He stressed the positive impact of such strategic projects that boost sustainable growth and develop a unique and picturesque destination.

The flushing channel is one of a series of initiatives undertaken by AMI to ensure that the marine environment around the island follows highest global standards. It will connect Gulf waters from the west of the Island to the sheltered bays on the eastern side, creating picturesque views that will appeal to discerning investors and end users alike. The channel will also be a focal point for real estate development in the neighborhood and a new tourism generator for the surrounding hotels and retail and entertainment facilities.

“This unique flushing channel is a key component of AMI's comprehensive marine development strategy that will ensure public access to the shoreline, and create crystal-clear water throughout the development and highest standards of marine tourism for visitors and residents of the island. Further, it will bring in cleaner water with more dissolved oxygen, making the surrounding more hospitable to fish, plants and other marine creatures,” added Al Abdooli. 

“This move strengthens our commitment to sustainable and environmental friendly development. The infusion of oxygenated water through the channel will improve the aesthetics of the island and provide more suitable habitat for aquatic life, added Al Abdooli.

The new project will add to AMI’s portfolio of near term projects and strategic infrastructure that will create a mix of environmentally sustainable tourism, residential and hospitality developments to serve the growing population on the islands.

AMI, an iconic tourism development in Ras Al Khaimah, is considered a unique investment destination.  Extending 4.5 kilometers into the sea, the island covers an area of 2.7 million sq. m. with a 23 km beach. The island boasts international five-star hotels and resorts and a promenade with dedicated pedestrian tracks, and running and cycling lanes. The design of the island has taken into consideration the environmental, cultural, and heritage aspects of the UAE. International companies in hospitality and hotel industry are keen to tap investment opportunities on this promising island which was created to boost the real estate assets held by the Government of Ras Al Khaimah, with the primary objective of supporting Ras Al Khaimah’s strategic development efforts, improve community development and attract tourists and business visitors to the Emirate.