en.Wedoany.com Reported - ORA Developers has announced the appointment of United Engineering Construction (UNEC) as the main engineering contractor for Phase One of the BAYN project. BAYN is a beachfront community located in Ghantoot, between Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
The $517.36 million contract covers the construction of 614 residential units, including townhouses and standalone villas in Cluster B (Y Waterway), Cluster C (Y Lagoon), and Cluster D (Y Lagoon II), along with related infrastructure and landscaping works. Mobilization has commenced immediately, with construction starting on June 1, and the total contract duration is 31 months. The plan includes intermediate milestone milestones for each cluster.
Naguib Sawiris, Chairman and CEO of ORA Developers, stated that BAYN represents a significant long-term commitment to the future of Ghantoot and this coastal corridor. The UAE has proven that patient city-building can create substantial value over time. When infrastructure, accessibility, planning, and delivery are in place, a location grows. Ghantoot possesses these fundamentals, including scarce beachfront resources, direct transport links, and a strategic location between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. This $517.36 million contract reflects confidence in the future of BAYN and Ghantoot.
This appointment marks a key construction milestone for BAYN and solidifies Ghantoot's position as an emerging beachfront destination between the UAE's two major urban centers. Located on the Abu Dhabi-Dubai corridor, Ghantoot offers scarce coastal land, good transport connectivity, and long-term city-building potential. As mature waterfront areas continue to develop, BAYN aims to support the next phase of residential demand. The community will provide a low-density coastal environment, direct access to nature, and a living environment planned for end-users and long-term investors.
Amr Abdel Moneim, Chief Technology Officer of ORA Developers, stated that this marks another decisive milestone in the successful delivery process of BAYN Phase One. Reaching this stage involved months of preparation, detailed coordination, and close collaboration with design and project management partners. Awarding the contract to UNEC reflects a commitment to uncompromising delivery. He added that this contract builds on previous appointments of Mace, 10 Design, Dewan, WSP, AECOM, Currie & Brown, and NMDC. The focus is clear: a commitment to delivering on time and to the highest quality standards, while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. This contract also reinforces the ability to fulfill SPA commitments and deliver BAYN with top-tier partners.
The contract was signed on behalf of ORA Developers by Chairman and CEO Naguib Sawiris and CTO Amr Abdel Moneim. UNEC was represented by Chairman Abdul Halim Muwahid and CEO Ammar Muwahid. Abdul Halim Muwahid, Chairman of UNEC, stated that the company is proud to partner with ORA Developers on the BAYN Phase One project, an iconic beachfront community that reflects the scale and ambition of UAE development. UNEC brings decades of regional construction experience and a strong delivery track record to this appointment. The focus is on executing the project to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency, while supporting ORA's vision for BAYN.
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