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EMAAR PROPERTIES IS MARKING THE CHINESE NEW YEAR WITH A SPECTACULAR DRAGON-THEMED LIGHT AND SOUND SHOW ON BURJ KHALIFA, THE GLOBAL ICON.
From February 16 to 24, 2018, visitors to Downtown Dubai can experience a newly produced and captivating show that pays tribute to the thousands of Chinese residents in the UAE as well as guests from China. Set to mesmerise visitors, the show has a unique dragon-theme, in keeping with the Chinese cultural symbols and traditions.

As an iconic representation of China, the dragon’s arrival to Dubai symbolises the warm relations shared by the UAE and China. The show starts with a flying dragon taking flight from the Great Wall of China, soaring high in the sky, and touring over Dubai’s landmarks including the upcoming Dubai Creek Tower before marking a splash at The Dubai Fountain.

After its fun and frolic in the fountain, the dragon, in all majestic grace, swirls up and flies around Burj Khalifa. At the pinnacle of the tower, the dragon releases a shining pearl from its mouth on to the spire.

The resplendent pearl will be one of the show-stopping attractions as it shines brilliantly from atop Burj Khalifa, its radiance spanning through the city. Following this scintillating display, a ‘Happy New Year’ message in Chinese will come to life on Burj Khalifa’s façade bringing the display to a remarkable close.

Similar to the ‘Light Up’ 2018 spectacle on New Year’s Eve that won the Guinness World Record title for the ‘largest light and sound show on a single building,’ the brand-new ‘Light Up’ show is set to create another stunning attraction that will welcome visitors from around the world.

The Chinese New Year celebration at Burj Khalifa by Emaar complements the celebrations at The Dubai Mall, where many activities have been lined up that will take visitors on a journey through China’s vast provinces with various region-specific artforms including music, traditional dance, arts, crafts and cultural demonstrations.

Downtown Dubai and its various attractions including Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall are among the most popular destinations for Chinese visitors, with the number of Chinese tourists recording a growth of 46 per cent in the first 11 month of 2017 compared to the same period in 2016.

China is Dubai’s biggest trading partner and the UAE’s second largest trading partner, with the UAE also serving as a growing link in China’s One Belt, One Road initiative. The UAE has over 4,200 Chinese companies while over 253,000 Chinese nationals live in Dubai.

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What: Chinese New Year @ Burj Khalifa
Where: Downtown Dubai
When: Daily from February 16 to 24, 2018, at 8pm and 10pm
Entry: Free for the public

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, reviewed the progress of Dubai Creek Tower, the global icon in the heart of the 6 sq km Dubai Creek Harbour.

His Highness was accompanied by Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties, HE Abdullah Al Habbai, Chairman of Dubai Holding, and high-ranking government officials and the senior managers of Emaar. The visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed coincides with Emaar setting a new milestone in the construction of Dubai Creek Tower.

With the placement of concrete for the pile cap commencing in September last year, the core of the pile cap has now reached its highest point. Over 50 per cent of the pile cap has now been finished with completion scheduled for mid-2018.

Dubai Creek Tower’s pile cap is an approximately 20m thick multi-layered, tiered reinforced concrete top that covers and transfers the load to the foundation barrettes. To date, about 25,000 cubic meters of concrete has been poured, weighing about 60,000 tonnes or half the weight of the CN Tower in Canada. About 12,000 tonnes of steel reinforcement has also been placed, nearly twice the weight of the Eiffel Tower.

In October 2016, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed marked the ground-breaking of the tower, with the foundation work accomplished in a record time. The tower’s 145 barrette piles were tested to a world record load of 36,000 tonnes and laid 72 metres deep to firmly secure the super-structure. In all, about 50,000 cubic metres of concrete will be used to fully cap the foundation piles.

Over 450 skilled professionals from across the world are working on site highlighting the global collaboration that marks the construction of the new iconic structure. Designed by Spanish/Swiss architect and engineer Santiago Calatrava Valls, Dubai Creek Tower will feature several observation decks such as the Pinnacle Room and VIP Observation Garden Decks.

Dubai Creek Tower will add incredible economic value to Dubai Creek Harbour, a mixed-use development located near the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary that is home to over 67 species of water birds and is protected by the UNESCO Ramsar Convention.

Emaar Beachfront is a gated island destination offering residents exclusive access to a private beachSale of first residences in Emaar Beachfront record strong investor response with all 375 residences launched sold out
Emaar Development (DFM: EMAARDEV) has recorded total sales worth approximately AED 1 billion at the launch of the first residences in Emaar Beachfront, the restricted island destination in the Arabian Gulf, following the overwhelming response from UAE-based and international investors.

With its unique value proposition of offering exclusive access to residents to a private beach, Emaar Beachfront opens to uninterrupted views of the Arabian Sea, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and the Dubai skyline. Bringing a Miami beach style living to Dubai, Emaar Beachfront delivers a new lifestyle choice that fulfils the aspirations of the discerning customers, who seek a serene residential getaway with access to beachside leisure and other luxurious lifestyle amenities.

Emaar Development’s recent launch of Beach Vista, a thoughtfully designed collection of homes set in a twin-tower development of 33-storeys and 26-storeys, recorded tremendous response from customers with all 375 residences launched sold out.

Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties, said: “With Emaar setting impressive property sales last year, the response to our first launch this year is a positive statement on the robust performance of Dubai’s property sector. It also underlines the credentials of Emaar Development in designing and delivering world-class homes.

“Emaar Beachfront is a trend setting destination and its exceptional location in the Arabian Gulf as well as the value-added amenities offered make it appealing to customers from the UAE and across the world.”

Maximising its location, Beach Vista residences open to spectacular views of the ocean and the Dubai skyline. Elegantly designed, the homes have luxury finishes and fittings. In addition to residential facilities such as swimming pools, gyms and parking areas at the podium, there will also be several high-end retail outlets at the ground level.

In addition to exclusive private beach access, residents of Emaar Beachfront can revel in a range of leisure and lifestyle attractions including F& B outlets, beachside play areas, retail pop-ups set along a promenade, and more. Emaar Beachfront has direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road and Palm Jumeirah.

Emaar Beachfront launches first residential community with homes opening to pristine ocean viewsBeach Vista in Emaar Beachfront offers direct access to a 1.5 km long beach and a wide range of lifestyle, F&B and retail attractionsHomes offer spell-binding views of the Arabian Sea, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and the magnificent Dubai SkylineSale of Beach Vista homes in Emaar Beachfront to commence on January 20
Emaar Development (DFM: EMAARDEV) has unveiled a private gated island destination in the Arabian Gulf, offering residents the opportunity to experience Miami beach style living in Dubai.

With pristine views of the Arabian Sea and providing exclusive access for residents to a 1.5 km private beach, the new 10 million square feet Emaar Beachfront destination brings a never-before lifestyle choice to Dubai.

Apart from the location by the Arabian Gulf, Emaar Beachfront will stand out for its exceptional quality and design excellence that are characteristic of Emaar’s developments. A master-planned private island, Emaar Beachfront will feature a wide range of leisure and lifestyle attractions including F&B outlets, beachside play areas, retail pop-ups set along a promenade, and more.

Emaar now offers the first opportunity to be part of this vibrant island destination with the launch of Beach Vista, a limited selection of elegant residences. A twin-tower development of 33-storeys and 26-storeys, Beach Vista is thoughtfully designed to maximise its seafront location. Residents will have free access to the beach as well as take in spectacular views of the Arabian Sea, The Palm Jumeirah, the Marina, Burj Al Arab and the Dubai skyline from their homes.

The homes have glass facades and bask in natural sunlight, and feature large balconies overlooking the sea. Customers can choose from a selection of 1 to 4-bedroom apartments that celebrate beachside living with all urban amenities. Elegantly designed, Beach Vista residences have luxury finishes and fittings. In addition to residential facilities such as swimming pools, gyms and parking areas at the podium, there will also be several high-end retail outlets at the ground level.

Ahmad Al Matrooshi, Managing Director of Emaar Properties, said: “Emaar Beachfront is a one of its kind private island development that offers the opportunity to experience a new lifestyle by the Arabian Gulf. Its unique selling proposition is its location and the free access it offers for residents to a private beach. As the first residential community in Emaar Beachfront, Beach Vista is for those who value the finer aspects of life, and promises a relaxed lifestyle in a serene setting. It will appeal not just to UAE-based and regional investors but also international buyers who value the distinctive lifestyle choice it offers.”

Set on King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street, in the area between Jumeirah Beach Residence and Palm Jumeirah, Emaar Beachfront has direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. Residents become part of the 20 million sq ft Dubai Harbour, developed by Meraas, to feature a waterfront shopping mall, the Middle East’s largest marina with over 1,100 berths, a yacht club, luxury hotels and a choice of retail, dining and entertainment attractions.

Emaar will launch the sale of Beach Vista homes on January 20, 2018. For more information, visit the Emaar Sales Centres in Dubai at Emaar Square, Building 3 in Downtown Dubai; the Dubai Creek Harbour Sales Centre in Ras Al Khor; Dubai Hills Estate Sales Pavilion located on Umm Suqeim Road and the Abu Dhabi Sales Centre on the ground floor of Al Nahda Tower on 4th Street, Al Muroor Road. The centres are open from Saturday to Thursday, 8.30am to 6pm.

Alternatively, call 800 36227 (UAE) or +9714 3661688 (International); or email: Sales_Enquiry@emaar.ae. Emaar offers long-term investors and homebuyers the opportunity to register for the Emaar Preferred Access programme, at www.emaar.com. More information on Emaar Beachfront and Beach Vista is also available through the new ‘ Online Sales Centre’ feature on Emaar’s e-Services App that can be downloaded on iPads and iPhones.

New GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title achieved for light and sound show on a single building with Burj Khalifa show spanning over 109,252 sq metresOver a million visitors join the never-before celebration highlighted by mesmerising laser, light and musical fountain showCelebration highlights the achievements of the UAE and marks the Year of Zayed to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
The UAE once again captivated the world this New Year’s Eve with a dazzling spectacle to usher in 2018. Emaar’s ‘Light Up 2018’ Downtown Dubai celebration hosted more than a million visitors from across the world and reached an estimated 2.5 billion people worldwide through live television broadcast and social media livestreams.

The mesmerising laser, light and musical fountain show not only had a spellbinding effect on spectators, but Emaar’s ‘Light Up 2018’ also clinched the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the ‘largest light and sound show on a single building,’ staged on Burj Khalifa, the global icon. The record beats that set in Hong Kong in 2013 on the ICC Building which was over an area of 46,641.52 sq metres. ‘Light Up 2018’ on Burj Khalifa, by contrast, spanned an impressive surface area of 109,252 sq metres (about 27 acres, the size of about 20 football fields) – more than double that of the earlier record set.

New Year’s Eve in Downtown Dubai was about much more than the record-breaking event that was one component of the show, as brilliant laser beams in multiple hues enveloped the night sky over Downtown Dubai, complementing the new LED panel displays of Burj Khalifa with over 1.1 million pixels, and the musical water performance of The Dubai Fountain.

Taking five months of constant preparation, ‘Light Up 2018’ put Dubai and the UAE in the global spotlight through its futuristic approach to New Year’s Eve gala celebrations. Environmentally-friendly, safe and spectacular, it served as a testament to the ‘can do’ ability of the nation with an international team collaborating to create a never-attempted-before feat.

A highlight of the show was the visual tribute to the founding father of the UAE, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, to coincide with the nation commemorating 2018 as the ‘Year of Zayed’ to mark the 100th anniversary of his birth.

Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties, said: “The UAE celebrates positivity and hope. The nation and its leadership inspire the world through breakthrough achievements while creating opportunities for people and businesses to thrive. The ‘Light Up 2018’ spectacle is our tribute to the nation, celebrating its accomplishments, and putting the UAE on the global map as a true hub where inspiring minds meet and connect.

“His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, urges us to push our boundaries and to be innovative and creative. With ‘Light Up 2018,’ we have set a new template for New Year’s Eve galas, where the focus is on leveraging the newest technologies to present a spectacle that is novel and breathtaking.”

On the spectacular event, Talal Omar, Country Manager, GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS, said: “As the global authority on record-breaking we have seen fascinating things from all over the world. However, we are always keen to find out what records Emaar plan to attempt each year, and to support them as they continue to push the boundaries of technology and innovation in these attempts.”

Record Breaking Numbers
Breaking the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title with ‘Light Up 2018’ required a total installation of lights, beams and accessories weighing over 118.44 tonnes, and more than 28.7 km of cables – including 7.7 km of power cabling and 21 km of network and signal cabling.

The show transformed Downtown Dubai into one of the world’s brightest spots, measuring 76.3 million lumens of brightness. Carefully choreographed lasers certified as completely safe to human eyes and energy-efficient LED bulbs were rigged using 25.3 km of ropes and supported by 20 tonnes of special customised-steel mounting equipment.

In all, more than 40 specially modified outdoor lasers as well as 230 high power Xenon searchlights and 280 outdoor beam moving lights were deployed, underpinned by the highest searchlight installation and highest laser installations in the world at 828 metres – the height of Burj Khalifa. More than 300 professionals worked on-site including 100 rope-access experts; collectively they travelled over one million kilometres to join the project.

A dazzling show to remember
Emaar’s ‘Light Up 2018’ kicked off with on-ground celebrations from 5pm with performances of The Dubai Fountain every 15 minutes and a live DJ keeping audiences entertained in the run up to midnight.

At two minutes to the New Year, ‘Light Up 2018’ began. Following a glittering display on Burj Khalifa – with powerful laser beams and LED lights creating inspiring motifs and patterns in myriad hues flickering up and down the entire height of the tower – it was time for the countdown. In the darkness, Burj Khalifa was the hero, coming alive to the colours of the UAE flag – red, green, white and black – with the seconds remaining in 2017 ticking down on the tower’s façade.

Ushering in the New Year, the celebration continued with a tribute to the UAE and Dubai, a mark of solidarity to the friendly GCC nations, a spectacular display to mark the ‘Year of Zayed’ as well as an abstract depiction of the elements of nature. The display also featured the free-flight of a falcon and a rendering of the upcoming icon by Emaar, the Dubai Creek Tower in Dubai Creek Harbour.

Special viewing platforms were set up across Burj Park, the primary venue of the event, as well as across Downtown Dubai. For the first time, a dedicated space was curated for People with Determination in South Ridge, overlooking Burj Park, that accommodated more than 100 people, offering them direct views of the celebration.

The entire show was displayed on big screens in Downtown Dubai. Live feeds of the event were telecast around the world in addition to a live Twitter feed and an online real-time feed at www.mydubainewyear.com

Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing, Roads & Transport Authority, Dubai Police, Dubai Civil Defence and Dubai Health Authority, among other governmental entities, supported the event.

AS EMAAR READIES TO WELCOME HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF VISITORS TO DOWNTOWN DUBAI FOR THE ‘LIGHT UP 2018’ SPECTACLE, PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO WATCH THE SPECTACULAR SHOW – A GUINNESS WORLD RECORD TITLE ATTEMPT – ON THEIR HOME-SCREENS OR ON THE GO.
While live feeds of the event will be telecast by television channels around the world, there will also be live Twitter feed that will enable a global audience to catch up with all the action in real time on their mobile devices. The experience can also be watched online at www.mydubainewyear.com

More than 300 experts, including over 100 rope access professionals, are on site with five months of preparation going into the design and installation of the diverse aspects of the ‘Light Up 2018’ spectacle. Together the team would have travelled more than 1 million kilometres to arrive in Dubai for the preparations.

With over 7.7 km of power cabling undertaken, and over 25.3 km of rope used for rigging the various elements that go into the display, remarkable effort has gone in to make the celebration to be on a scale never-before witnessed.

‘Light Up 2018’ Downtown Dubai promises a dazzling experience that integrates music, visuals and the performance of The Dubai Fountain in a brilliantly choreographed show. As part of the preparation, several milestones have been reached by Emaar including the installation of the highest searchlight, while the entire length of network and signal cabling that traverses Downtown Dubai is more than 21 km.

Adding to the pride of the country, the entire show is choreographed to music by the UAE’s Dhabiwood Studios. More than 80 musicians from the UAE have come together for the musical composition that was recorded in studios in Dubai and Cairo.

Emaar has been working with the government authorities to ensure the seamless conduct of the event that celebrates the UAE’s achievements and pays tribute to the founding father of the nation, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, to mark the ‘Year of Zayed’ in 2018.

‘Light Up 2018’ celebrations will kick off at 5pm starting with The Dubai Fountain shows and live deejay, and continue till 1am. The public are urged to be at the venue before 6pm. The event will be broadcast live on televisions globally and beamed on big screens in Downtown Dubai. The experience can be watched online at www.mydubainewyear.com

The event can be followed live on Twitter at live.twitter.com/MyDubaiNewYear and on @MyDowntownDubai. Join the conversation with the hashtag #MyDubaiNewYear that will unlock a customised Dubai-inspired emoji.

The live stream will also be accompanied by a Twitter timeline, featuring the New Year’s Eve related real-time conversation. Emaar will also have a Twitter Direct Message (DM) experience to assist viewers throughout their New Year’s Eve celebration. Once people send a DM via Twitter to @MyDowntownDubai, they will be directed to a series of automated steps to easily learn more about what’s happening around the festivities.

What: ‘Light Up 2018’ Downtown Dubai

When: December 31, 2017

Where: Downtown Dubai

The ‘Light Up 2018’ spectacle in Downtown Dubai to usher in the New Year is set to be an official Guinness World Records title attempt that will add to the UAE’s pride.

With preparations fully afoot for an innovative show with layers of surprises, Emaar’s bid for the Guinness World Records will be in the celebrations category, with specific details to be revealed in due course.

The ‘Light Up 2018’ spectacle will celebrate the UAE’s achievements and also pay tribute to the founding father of the nation, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, to mark the ‘Year of Zayed’ in 2018. The festivities will span Downtown Dubai with Burj Khalifa, the global icon, taking centerstage with a never-before marvel.

Emaar is working closely with government and private sector entities in organising the event, with special viewing decks being set up for the public in Burj Park, South Ridge and the Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard. A dedicated viewing platform for 100 people with determination will also be arranged.

The ‘Light Up 2018’ celebrations will kick off at 5pm starting with The Dubai Fountain shows and live deejay, and continue till 1am. The public are urged to be at the venue by 6pm.

The event will be broadcast live on televisions globally and beamed on big screens in Downtown Dubai. The experience can be watched online at www.mydubainewyear.com.

For further details, please visit www.mydubainewyear.com.

What: ‘Light Up 2018’ Downtown Dubai

When: December 31, 2017

Where: Downtown Dubai

A NEVER-BEFORE SPECTACLE AWAITS RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO THE UAE THIS NEW YEAR’S EVE AS EMAAR PREPARES TO HOST ANOTHER EDITION OF ITS GALA CELEBRATION.

Emaar is celebrating the dawn of the New Year with its all-new ‘Light Up 2018’ spectacle in Downtown Dubai with festivities spanning Burj Khalifa, the global icon, and scintillating water-music performances at The Dubai Fountain.

The whole of Downtown Dubai will come alive to the celebrations that will have several surprises in store this year – unraveled only on New Year’s Eve to delight one and all!

The façade of Downtown Dubai’s iconic buildings will serve as the canvas for the spectacular show that is set to a specially choreographed music. The entire show is coordinated and produced by a team of world-class experts.

Celebrating the pride of the nation and the spirit of positivity that marks Dubai, #MyDubaiNewYear at Downtown Dubai also marks the coming together of several government and private sector entities joining hands with Emaar to deliver an evening of resplendence.

Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing, Roads & Transport Authority, Dubai Police, Dubai Civil Defence and Dubai Health Authority, among other governmental entities, are supporting the event to offer a seamless experience for visitors.

Special viewing platforms will be set up across Burj Park, the primary venue of the event, as well as across Downtown Dubai. The public are invited to arrive early by 6pm and to use public transport; Dubai Metro will offer extended operating hours for their convenience.

The event will be broadcast live on televisions globally and beamed on big screens in Downtown Dubai. The experience can be watched online at www.mydubainewyear.com. A Twitter Live Stream can be viewed by following @MyDowntownDubai.

Lighting up the evening sky with #LightUp2018, Emaar is setting the stage for ushering in the New Year with a performance that will dazzle the world and put the global spotlight on the UAE and Dubai. For further details, please visit www.mydubainewyear.com.

• What: ‘Light Up 2018’ Downtown Dubai

• When: December 31, 2017

• Where: Downtown Dubai

Emaar Development PJSC (“Emaar Development” or the “Company”), the UAE build-to-sell (“BTS”) property development business of Emaar Properties PJSC (“Emaar Properties”), today listed its shares on the Dubai Financial Market (“DFM”) following a bell ringing ceremony by Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Development. The Company is now trading under “EMAARDEV”.

The shares of Emaar Development were priced at AED 6.03 per share, within the Company’s initial price range, giving the Company a market capitalisation of approximately AED 24.1 billion (US$6.56 billion) at the time of listing.

Final allocations were approximately 93.8% to qualified investors (the “Qualified Offering”) and 6.2% to inpidual and other investors (the “Retail Offering”).

Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Development, said: “Today is a transformative day for Emaar Development, and marks an important next step in our work of shaping cities of the future. Already a flagship brand and a market leader in Dubai, our successful IPO demonstrates that regional and international investors are excited by our proven business model; specifically, our backlog of AED 41 billion; our high cash flows; and our targeted pidend yield of 8.6% for the next three years, which the Company believes is higher than our competitors, and expected to increase in the future.”

“Additionally, today marks a milestone for the Dubai Financial Market, a maturing financial centre well-positioned to benefit from Dubai’s position as a global investment hub. I would like to express my gratitude to the Securities and Commodities Authority and the Dubai Financial Market for their excellent support and assistance during the IPO process. We are confident that this is just the beginning of a bright future for Emaar Development and our shareholders.”

BofA Merrill Lynch, EFG Hermes UAE Limited, Emirates NBD Capital, First Abu Dhabi Bank and Goldman Sachs International are the Joint Global Coordinators for the offering. Emirates NBD and First Abu Dhabi Bank are the Lead Receiving Banks.

Emaar’s strategic support for the club strengthens the national sports initiative, says Khalifa Saeed SulaimanOur support is aimed at building a highly competitive sports team in line with the aspirations of the leadership and the community, says Mohamed Alabbar
Dubai, UAE; September 25, 2017: Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai Club has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Emaar Properties PJSC marking the company’s sponsorship of the team for the current season. The agreement was signed by HE Khalifa Saeed Sulaiman, Director-General of the Department of Protocol and Hospitality in Dubai, and Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties, in the presence of senior representatives of both entities, at Emaar headquarters.

HE Khalifa Saeed Sulaiman thanked Emaar for its strategic partnership and its support to strengthening the sport in the UAE. He added that the sport will see significant strategic changes following the announcement by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, merging Al-Ahli, Al Shabab and Dubai Clubs as one entity named Shahab Al-Ahli Club.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, is the Chairman of the new club, with His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, as the First Vice Chairman; and His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, as the Second Vice Chairman.

HE Khalifa said that the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is to strengthen the sport, build the team’s skills further, and provide more opportunities for Emirati football to achieve significant accomplishments regionally and internationally at high-level tournaments.

Alabbar said that Emaar’s support underlines its corporate social responsibility to partner in initiatives that add to the pride of the nation. “The private sector has a key role in supporting the sport in the UAE and in empowering the team to compete globally, thereby meeting the aspirations of our leadership and the community.”

He added that the UAE has a wealth of young football talent, and the strategic partnership with the Club is part of Emaar’s strategy to strengthen its role in promoting the sport. “Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai Club brings the combined strength of three Clubs. This integration marks the right direction in the growth of football in the UAE, and will enable the team to achieve remarkable success at various regional and international tournaments.”