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Nakheel is enhancing the waterfront experience at Dubai Islands with a major coastal improvement project on Island B. The development will upgrade 3km of western shoreline and introduce 320 metres of new beach frontage near Bay Villas, with completion expected in Q4 2027. The project will further strengthen Dubai Islands’ position as a distinctive waterfront destination, combining residential communities with enhanced coastal spaces and marine infrastructure.
Key Highlights
- Location: Island B, Dubai Islands, Dubai
- Project scope: Upgrade of 3km of western shoreline and creation of 320 metres of new beach frontage
- Expected completion: Q4 2027
- Contractor: Mar Marine & Building Contracting L.L.C., appointed by Nakheel for marine and beach works
- Coastal improvements: New breakwaters, beach formation and refurbishment of existing beach areas
- Bay Villas connection: The waterfront works will complement Bay Villas, a residential community featuring 636 villas and townhouses
- Residential development: Nakheel awarded Fibrex Contracting L.L.C. a Dh2.6 billion construction contract for Bay Villas in August 2025
- Infrastructure investment: The coastal project follows a Dh527 million contract awarded to Al Nasr Contracting Company in April 2026 for primary infrastructure and utilities on Island B
- Masterplan vision: Dubai Islands spans 18.6km across five artificial islands, connecting with the historic Deira coastline
- Future community: The masterplan is expected to accommodate more than 230,000 residents across approximately 62,000 homes
- Hospitality offering: Plans include more than 11,000 hotel keys and over 4,000 branded residences
- Waterfront appeal: The shoreline enhancements will contribute to a more integrated coastal environment, supporting residential living and Dubai’s expanding waterfront destination portfolio
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