A vast 50 million-square-foot mixed-use development is set to rise between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, promising to transform the region with luxury residences, hotels, educational institutions, business hubs, and one of the Middle East’s largest shopping malls.
The landmark project will be developed in the Al Mamoura district, strategically positioned along the Dubai–Abu Dhabi highway, and aims to become a new lifestyle and business destination for the UAE. The site’s prime location places it within a 50-kilometre radius of both Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai and Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi, ensuring convenient access for residents, visitors, and investors.
The development follows a Dh2.47 billion land sale agreement between Abu Dhabi Ports Group and Mira Developments. The total investment in the mega-project is expected to exceed Dh55 billion, underscoring its scale and ambition.
According to initial plans, the project will feature a blend of residential communities, luxury hotels, high-end retail outlets, schools, and universities. A large business complex and multiple world-class golf courses are also part of the master plan, aimed at creating a self-contained community that caters to a wide range of lifestyles.
Construction is expected to begin sometime between 2026 and 2035, depending on final approvals and development phases. Once completed, the project is anticipated to attract both local and international investors, bolstering the UAE’s growing reputation as a global hub for luxury real estate and integrated urban planning.
The community will also include multi-branded residential and hospitality properties developed in collaboration with leading global fashion and lifestyle brands. Developers say the integration of international design concepts and sustainable infrastructure will set a new benchmark for mixed-use projects in the Gulf region.
Industry analysts view the development as a major boost for the UAE’s real estate and tourism sectors, with the project’s location—midway between the country’s two largest cities—expected to draw significant commercial and residential demand.
The partnership between Abu Dhabi Ports Group and Mira Developments highlights continued investor confidence in the UAE’s long-term economic prospects. The project also aligns with national goals to promote diversified investment, sustainable growth, and world-class living environments.
Once completed, the new community is expected to stand as one of the UAE’s largest and most ambitious developments, symbolizing the country’s ongoing transformation into a global destination for business, tourism, and modern living.
