Hamdan bin Mohammed Approves Master Plan to Develop Umm Suqeim Beach

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has approved the master plan for the development of Umm Suqeim Beach, which will transform it into an iconic destination that exudes universal appeal while projecting a distinctive Emirati identity, making it truly one of a kind. The project is one of the flagship strategic initiatives implemented by Dubai Municipality under the comprehensive plan to develop public beaches across the emirate as part of efforts to further enhance Dubai’s appeal as a global tourism destination.

The Umm Suqeim Beach development project aligns with the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033, which focuses on delivering integrated public spaces that promote a healthy lifestyle, elevate the experiences of residents and visitors, and support community wellbeing. It also supports the objectives of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, which aims to develop waterfronts, optimise the use of coastal land, and build sustainable urban infrastructure that caters to the emirate’s future growth needs.

The comprehensive project extends over 3.1 kilometres, spanning approximately 445,000 square metres in total, with a 30 per cent increase in beach area and developable spaces, which enhances the site’s capacity and elevates the experience of beachgoers. The master plan is based on specialised social, environmental, and traffic studies.