Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed visited the project and looked at its details

"SeaWorld Abu Dhabi" ... a celebration of a "specialist" in marine life

  • Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed listens to an explanation of the details of the project, which consists of several floors with a total area of ​​about 183 thousand square meters.

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His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of the Executive Council of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, visited the "SeaWorld Abu Dhabi" project, a city specializing in marine life, which Miral is currently developing on Yas Island, and whose construction work has reached more than 40%.

During the visit, His Highness was briefed on the details of the project, which consists of several floors with a total area of ​​about 183 thousand square meters, in addition to the design that reflects the experience of "Sea World" company, which exceeds 55 years in the field of research and care for marine creatures, as the city includes similar areas. The natural environment that embraces the various marine species and species.

It will also, upon completion, offer unique experiences and adventures that will attract visitors from the UAE and around the world to enhance their knowledge and appreciation of the value of marine life.

New generation

This project represents the new generation of marine cities, in cooperation with Sea World Parks and Entertainment, and will include the first world-class center for research, rescue, rehabilitation and launching of marine life in the UAE, to contribute to supporting regional and global efforts to preserve marine life.

The construction works of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi are expected to be completed by the end of 2022, to become one of the major attractions on Yas Island, as it is a unique addition to the growing portfolio of Miral projects on the island, thus enhancing its position as one of the most prominent global destinations.

The city of "SeaWorld Abu Dhabi" consists of six distinct areas that embody the idea of ​​"a unified ocean" in an integrated manner that illustrates the relationship between all life forms on land and within the seas, under the slogan "We are linked to the ocean, and the ocean connects us all."

The city embraces one of the largest and most advanced inland water basins in the world, in addition to an adventure game that will take visitors on an exciting and amazing journey between the poles of the globe, as well as many other interactive exhibits.

A global destination

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of Miral, Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak, said: “The SeaWorld Abu Dhabi project is a new qualitative addition to the group of experiences and adventure-filled destinations that Yas Island offers to its visitors.

This new city will also contribute to consolidating the position of Yas Island as a prominent global destination, and to achieving Abu Dhabi's vision of developing and strengthening the tourism sector.

We are proud of our partnership with (Sea World Parks and Entertainment) in this distinctive project, which benefits from the company's experience of more than 55 years in the field of preserving marine life and caring for marine creatures according to the highest international standards. ”

Scott Ross, Chairman of SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, said: “We are fortunate to partner with Miral to develop SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, becoming the first marine life city for Sea World Parks and Entertainment to be developed outside America. North for more than 30 years.

Yas Island itself is a project that embodies a wonderful progressive and future vision, and has effectively become a global destination for visitors from all over the world.

We are very pleased that (SeaWorld) is part of this distinguished destination, which will enhance our important and necessary efforts in the field of marine life, research, rescue and education at the regional level. ”

Protecting marine life

The new research center will provide advanced resources for researchers, scientists, and activists to better study and understand the region's ecosystem, thus enabling them to protect life and marine life in it.

The center will conduct direct studies on marine life that inhabits the Arabian Gulf, such as the "dugong" also known as "sea cows" as well as sea turtles, in addition to contributing to strengthening the global marine biology community.

Sea World’s efforts have contributed to date in preserving the lives of more than 37,000 marine creatures that needed rescue and care, as many of them were returned to their natural habitats, and at the same time safe and permanent habitats were provided to the creatures that were not able to return safely to Its natural environment.

Muhammad Khalifa Al-Mubarak:

"The project is a new addition to the group of experiences and destinations full of adventures offered by Yas Island."

The Research Center offers advanced resources for researchers and scientists to study and understand the region's ecosystem.

The city of "SeaWorld Abu Dhabi" consists of six distinct areas that embody the idea of ​​"a unified ocean".

The project will house the first global center for search, rescue and release of marine life in the country.

Projects portfolio

The "SeaWorld Abu Dhabi" project is an essential part of the portfolio of "Miral" projects under construction, amounting to a total value of 12 billion dirhams.

The project completion rate, which reached 40%, includes the completion of 50% of the concrete works, and the heaviest solid steel column weighing about 50 tons has actually been installed, and the acrylic exhibition panels have been successfully installed.

Educational opportunities

The "SeaWorld Abu Dhabi" project focuses in one of its aspects on providing educational and educational opportunities that are impactful and effective for visitors.

These opportunities include cooperation with local partners to launch specialized initiatives in the field of marine life and efforts to preserve it, providing an inspiration for future generations that encourages them to work in the field of marine life science and care in the UAE.

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