Master plan for Nujoom Islands project unveiled

DUBAI — Marsa Al Nejoum Real Estate L.L.C., the UAE-based development arm of one of the region’s leading master developers, Al Hanoo Holding, has unveiled the master plan of its iconic waterfront Nujoom Islands project in Sharjah.

The master plan of phase one has been approved by Department of Survey and Planning, Sharjah. The developers have completed a major part of the infrastructure including the dredging works and all water canals for the Nujoom Islands, a cluster of natural islands located strategically on the coastline of Al Hamrya in Sharjah, and outside the residential area of the emirate.

Nujoom Islands consists of iconic environment-friendly villas in a waterfront setting that will have the green building concept at the core of their natural development. The project will include a range of facilities and features, ancillary and community services including schools, retail shops, entertainment facilities, a 5-star hotel and a mosque. Phase one is being developed as a gated villa community that creates a healthy and safe environment including 24 hours security together with a 2.5 km Corniche that will make it ideal for walking, jogging and cycling.

Nujoom Islands is considered the northern gateway to the emirate of Sharjah, spanning an area of over 60 million square feet. 95 per cent of the landmass including the islands is natural. The blue sea water flow and circulation will give a unique 36 kilometers of waterfront ambiance for resident and visitors to the Nujoom Islands.

Commenting on the development, Shaikh Abdulla Al Shakra, chairman of Marsa Al Nejoum, said: “We are pleased with the completion of the master plan. We would like to express our profound thanks to His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi and the government of Sharjah for their whole-hearted support to this project. We are also grateful to the supportive role played by the Department of Survey and Planning in Sharjah, which reflects their commitment to the continued economic development of Sharjah”.

Shaikh Abdulla Al Shakra added: “We are making good progress in Nojoom Islands. Marsa Al Nejoum is working closely with our partners, Creative Kingdom and QHC Architects and Engineers to ensure delivery of a superior quality product on time in line with our promise to customers. We are confident that all our residential villa units will meet the needs of the market during a challenging period for the property sector.”


Source: Khaleej Times.
Link: http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?section=uaebusiness&xfile=data/uaebusiness/2010/april/uaebusiness_april108.xml.