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Manara Developments has unveiled the concept masterplan for the new 'Investment Gateway - Bahrain' which was previously known as the Al Hidd Development project.
The masterplan, designed by renowned master planners OBM International, is set to create a unique business and investment community through the development of various warehousing and logistics projects and services situated over the 600,000sq/m site near the Al Hidd industrial area.
Following the recent completion of the concept master plan, with all design criteria and project components agreed by Amar Holding Company the project owner, the detailed master plan is now being developed.
Enjoying close proximity to the new Khalifa bin Salman Port and Bahrain International Airport, as well as to the soon-to-be uninterrupted fast highway to the Saudi-Bahrain Causeway, the project will offer a combination of warehousing and logistics facilities, complemented by a number of value-added business amenities including access to commercial office space, senior executive accommodation, labour accommodation, showrooms and big box retailers.
Dr Hasan Al Bastaki, managing director of Manara Developments said: "We are pleased that the Investment Gateway - Bahrain masterplan has reached this advanced stage, and that it has done so on schedule.
"Upon completion, the project will represent a major step towards contributing to the country's economic prosperity, through creating a well-integrated business community that will attract companies and encourage them to base their operations in Bahrain and ultimately create more rewarding job opportunities for Bahrainis.
"The project design has been guided by Manara's unique 'All Considered' approach which takes into account all related aspects of the project associated in the developments of all projects, where sustainability and environmentally friendly practices remain key factors in the inception and design of all the company's projects. We have submitted all requisite environmental reports to the relevant authorities in Bahrain are expecting the final approvals shortly, enabling us to commence on site work as planned."
