Jumeirah Group was chosen has recently been appointed by RP
Global to operate a mixed-use development found in RP Global’s latest real estate in Dubai: a US$1 billion iconic tower, which will be the 2nd
tallest structure in Dubai.
The deal was signed by Dr. Ravi Pillai, Chairman of RP
Global’s parent company RP Group of Companies, and Mr. Gerald Lawless,
President and Group CEO of the Jumeirah Group. The signing ceremony was held at
Jumeirah Group’s flagship property, the Burj Al Arab.
When asked about what he can say about the new management
agreement, Mr. Gerald Lawless said: “RP Global is a company committed to
excellence, and we look forward to working together and operating this
outstanding property. Jumeirah has a reputation for luxury and exceptional
hospitality, and our partnership reflects the strong synergies between Jumeirah
Group and RP Global. As Dubai moves towards its tourism vision of receiving 20
million visitors a year by 2020, we are proud to be strengthening our Jumeirah
portfolio in Dubai.”
“We are investing
close to US$1 billion of our own resources into Dubai’s real estate sector to
develop a world-class tower that will be operated by the esteemed luxury
hospitality brand, Jumeirah Group. RP Global is committed to superior quality
and timely delivery and like the Jumeirah Group, we strive to create well
designed, innovative lifestyle concepts for our buyers. Dubai’s resident
population is growing rapidly and we are looking forward to adding an iconic
tower to Dubai’s skyline in partnership with Jumeirah”, said Dr. Ravi Pillai
about the management agreement.
The super-tall tower, once finished, will have a total area
of over 3 million square feet, and promises to offer breathtaking views of
Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa. Designed to be a luxury urban resort
destination, the tower will have an smorgasbord of food and beverage outlets,
conference and banquet facilities, an award-winning Talise Spa and Health Club,
and a lively open-air roof top Sky bar. This Dubai real estate property will be
situated in the heart of Business Bay, just behind the Dubai Metro station and
parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road.
The tower will boast exciting features, especially its
thrilling sky attractions, giving a dynamic interactive experience with views
for its visitors high above buildings around Business Bay. The tower is
designed by Atkins Global, the same world-renowned designing and engineering
firm responsible for the world-famous Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. The tower is
expected to be completed just before the opening of Expo 2020.
The Jumeirah Group currently operates 23 hotels all over
Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. 25 other property plans are in the pipeline
both for the company’s Jumeirah and Venu property brands.
RP Global is the real estate development company of RP Group
of Companies. Established by Dr. Ravi Pillai, RP Group of Companies have
operations in 20 cities across 9 countries. They have undertaken projects worth
over USD$25 billion globally, and has a wide range of investments in
hospitality, construction & industrial development, healthcare &
wellness, education & trading, and operates in Middle East, Africa, Australia,
and Asia.
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