The three contracts were awarded to Ginco General Contracting, Shapoorji Pallonji Mideast, and United Engineering Construction Company
The winner of the contract, Jan De Nul Dredging, is expected to complete the entire scope of marine works at the landmark development in just over two years
Palm Jebel Ali will serve as a significant residential and leisure anchor for the new Expo 2020 urban centre
These projects symbolise the UAE’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and cultural harmony
Palm Jebel Ali, when complete, will feature seven islands and 16 fronds, adding a total of 91 kilometres of beachfront, with three access points to the island
Palm Jebel Ali, in its scope is twice the size of the iconic Palm Jumeirah and is part of the portfolio of projects being developed by Nakheel
Nakheel has also confirmed that the Palm Jebel Ali master plan is being revisited, with further details to be revealed in due course
Work on the mega development began in 2002, but construction was suspended after Dubai’s property market crash in 2009