DP World, the Dubai-based global provider of smart logistics solutions, today announced the overall completion of 70% of the AED140m road and infrastructure works within Phase I of the residential and commercial development at Dubai Maritime City.

The completion is expected in the first quarter of 2021. It will provide DMC with an efficient and sustainable infrastructure to support a modern business community, and enable the vision of sub-developers.

The development consolidates DMC’s status as a leading maritime services provider. The significant achievement to date in the Phase I of DMC’s residential and commercial development relates to the completion of all underground services on Sheikh Rashid Road, one of the project’s main arteries providing access to the sub-developers’ plots located alongside the seaside corniche area. Additional features completed in this area also include road infrastructure, illumination and other elements.

Other parts of the work advanced during this period, which apply to the overall development, include the completion of approximately 90% of deep sewerage and drainage services, and around 80% progress on the potable water, fire, irrigation and telecom networks. Other essential works currently under execution include the main pump stations, water storage and discharge points.

Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, DP World Group Chairman and CEO, said: “The completion of 70% of Phase I of the residential and commercial development as scheduled is a source of pride for all of those who have worked on this important project at Dubai Maritime City. Teams have been able to execute their tasks in a timely manner despite the unprecedented challenges associated with COVID-19 restrictions and precautions”.

Bin Sulayemadded: “The efforts made on the project have assured the overall Phase I completion by Q1, 2021, delivering all major and minor infrastructure expected from a modern and sustainable community which will provide users and sub-developers with the optimal environment and lifestyle. We look forward to DMC’s continued success and contribution to the economy”.

The Infrastructure Phase 1 integrate DMC with the Mina Rashid area (P & O Marinas) that includes Marina views, Marina Cubes, Marinas, and other commercial and residential facilities.

There are other phases that will follow: Phase II for the Industrial Precinct (in 2023) and Phase III and Phase IV for the Commercial Precinct.