The Dubai flagship Jumeirah Beach 1 development is set to reopen to the public in early February after reaching a completion rate of more than 95 per cent.
The project forms part of Dubai Municipality’s wider efforts to enhance public beach infrastructure and elevate waterfront experiences across the emirate.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai reviewed progress on the redevelopment during a site visit, underscoring Dubai’s focus on people-centred, sustainable urban development.
Jumeirah Beach in Dubai
Spanning 1,400 metres, the redevelopment represents a comprehensive upgrade of the beach’s design, facilities and infrastructure.
The project aims to enhance quality of life, support wellbeing and reinforce Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for beach tourism.
Once reopened, Jumeirah Beach 1 will offer an integrated coastal destination featuring modern recreational and sports facilities, family-friendly amenities, and dedicated pedestrian, cycling and jogging paths designed to promote active lifestyles for all segments of society.
Sheikh Hamdan emphasised that Dubai continues to set new benchmarks in urban development through sustainable planning and people-centred design.
He said: “Our vision is to develop a smart, future-ready city with advanced and sustainable infrastructure, world-class public spaces, and beaches that offer integrated services and high-quality experiences.
“Public beaches are an essential part of Dubai’s urban fabric, and their development reflects our commitment to enhancing quality of life for both residents and visitors.”
The project supports the objectives of the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033 and aligns with the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040, which prioritises coastal development, improved accessibility and efficient mobility networks.
Investment-ready beaches
Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director-General of Dubai Municipality said the project reflects Dubai Municipality’s commitment to developing public beaches in line with international standards, responding to population and tourism growth while delivering a distinctive visitor experience.
The development includes upgraded health and service facilities along the beachfront, including restrooms, showers and changing rooms designed to ensure comfort, accessibility and privacy.
Dedicated spaces for recreation, beach activities and seasonal events have also been incorporated, alongside parking facilities for vehicles and buses, including electric vehicle charging stations.
Advanced technologies form a core component of the project, including wireless internet connectivity, electronic information displays, smart lockers, and AI-enabled rescue and monitoring systems linked to Dubai Municipality’s central control rooms in coordination with relevant authorities.
Investment opportunities
Climate-resilience measures have been embedded into the project, with engineering works raising the beach level and replenishing it with 250,000 cubic metres of clean sand, based on specialised technical and environmental studies to enhance protection against rising sea levels.
In addition, the project introduces more than 15 investment opportunities across beach-related activities, retail, dining and services, supporting economic growth and strengthening Dubai’s beach tourism ecosystem.
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