Durrat Marina, the region first mixed use marina development, has been awarded the CNBC Arabian Property Award 2008, as the ‘’Best Marina Development’’.

The first of its kind marina in the Kingdom received the only 5 star award for Bahrain project based ever in the history of the award, the award came as true testament to the diverse nature of this world class marina. In addition, this award will allow Durrat Marina to be nominated for the international property award.

The award was received by Mr. Jassim Al Jowdar, Board Member for Durrat Marina yesterday on a gala dinner held in Dubai.

‘’ This award is to confirm that Durrat Marina is the leading marina in the region… with the modern architecture and the unique facilities Durrat Marina will offer, it will be an attractive investment considering the low risks rates involved. ’’ Said Mr. Ahmed Al Qattan, Head of the executive committee for Durrat Marina.

‘’ We are proud to have the rating of 5 star as the best marina development in such a prestigious award, Durrat Marina will continue to attract investors due to the uniqueness of the project ‘’ Said, Mr. Jassim Al Jowdar, Board Member for Durrat Marina.

The Multi Billion Dollar project will be the first mixed use marina development of its kind in the Kingdom. It will cater for over 3,000 residences consisting of waterfront villas, town houses, apartments, and commercial and recreational facilities. The Marina will be designed to accommodate over 300 boats and yachts.

Durrat Marina continues to make head waves throughout the region as it attracts investors from around the world, during the Cityscape Exhibition held in Dubai, first week of October.

The brand new luxury development at Durrat Marina is already considered as one of the best marinas within the region. It will offer a variety of accommodation units from marina facing townhouses and luxuries apartments at a very affordable price along with first class facilities such as high class restaurants and shopping mall as well as its strategic location within Durrat Al Bahrain, the island of luxury living.

Durrat Marina will aim to enhance the kingdom economy through providing a marina with international standards to serve the lack in the kingdom for watersport and boating activities, this will enhance the tourism through providing a unique investment opportunity for luxury living style, considering its strategic location within Durrat Al Bahrain, were all the attractions is a doorstep from the marina.

The final race of the 2008 Powerboat P1 World Championship has been re-scheduled for three weeks later than originally planned in a joint decision taken by the host venues and Powerboat P1. The inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix of the Sea - taking place at two of the grandest multi-million dollar Marina developments in the region, Durrat Marina and Marina West - will now be held on 13th – 15th November.

The new date will allow the partners in the Kingdom to put the finishing touches to what is sure to be a spectacular setting, ensuring the purpose-built facilities are completed to the highest specifications. It also allows all parties more time to prepare for the race weekend, particularly for the P1 teams after a demanding September with Grand Prix races in Spain and Portugal.

“Rescheduling this event will afford us the time to host a grand, unprecedented spectacle, enabling us to devote more attention to hosting an innovative and unique event. This event is bound to place the Kingdom of Bahrain on the world map, strengthening its reputation as ‘the pearl of the Gulf’,” said Othman Janahi, Chief Investment Officer of Durrat Marina.

“Because of the impact that this event will have on the Kingdom, we feel that it will be beneficial to dedicate more time to preparation, giving this anticipated event the attention that it merits. The event is projected to promote Bahrain’s position as an exquisite island with so much to offer,” added Mahmood Janahi, Chief Executive Officer of Marina West.

Powerboat P1 agreed to reschedule the event as it reduces the time pressures on the 20 international teams competing in the world series, which comprises 14 races on three continents.

Jim O’Toole, Chief Executive of Powerboat P1 explained: “After careful consideration, we decided that the pros of moving the event far outweigh the cons. With our teams about to embark on back-to-back races in Europe next month, they will have more time to run any repairs and transport their boats before competing in what I’m sure will be an exciting climax to the 2008 Powerboat P1 World Championship.”

Reclamation at the Multi Billion Dollar diversified world class Marina came to an end last week. Durrat Marina continues to make waves in the region as it has already attracted many of the mid and high income citizens from across the region to invest and buy home on the Marina of luxury living.

“The reclamation work has been a critical as well as a challenging phase for Durrat Marina. We are delighted to announce that we have now come to an end of a seven month period of reclamation which had started in last quarter of 2007, now we can see the final shape of the state of art marina. Durrat Marina already started to make waves in the region due to the uniqueness of the project and the offer of a quality luxury life” said Ahmed Al Qattan Chairman of the executive committee, Durrat Marina.

The brand new luxury development Durrat Marina is already considered as one of the best marinas within the region. It will offer a variety of accommodation unites from marina facing townhouses and luxuries apartments at a very affordable price along with first class facilities such as fancy restaurants and shopping mall as well as its strategic location within Durrat Al Bahrain, the island of luxury living.

Mr. Jassim Al Jowdar, CEO, Durrat Al Bahrain Said: ‘’ we are delighted that the reclamation work came to an end at the unique marina project which for sure it will add value to the kingdom as a center for tourism at the region, and also enhancing the kingdom economy’’

One of the grandest real estate projects in the Gulf, Durrat Marina is the joint venture of Al Khaleej Development Company (Tameer) and Durrat Al Bahrain.

This exclusive luxurious and residential mega marina project offers a superb selection of upscale apartments, townhouses, penthouses and plots of land reserved for those developers who are seeking sound investment. In addition, residents will enjoy large landscaped green areas, children’s play area, sporting and water facilities,. Durrat Marina is much more than just a Marina with creeks of clear and calm water, seafaring ports and exuberant nature. It is a suitable place to rest and to reside, without forgetting the excellent and well made location.

Bahrain’s most inspiring development, Durrat Al Bahrain is deemed as a hallmark resort island city of the 21st century. Located on the south coast of Bahrain, this 21 km2 master development has been created across a cluster of 15 spectacular islands. It will host, among its many kaleidoscopic offerings, over 2000 beautiful beachfront villas, 3600 executive apartments and offices, luxury hotels and spa resorts, parks and entertainment precincts, mosques and international schools, premier retail malls, restaurants and Ernie Els designed 18-hole championship golf course.

The Multi Billion Dollars project will be the first mixed use marina development of its kind in the Middle East. It will cater for over 3,000 residences consisting of waterfront villas, town houses, apartments, and commercial and recreational facilities. The Marina will be designed to accommodate over 300 boats and yachts.

Durrat Marina, the eagerly anticipated world-class marina development, is delighted to reveal their corporate identity for the revolutionary Multi Billion Dollars mega project.

Durrat Marina’s senior members have approved the Marina’s compelling corporate identity. The marina’s powerful corporate identity appeals to the senses by using the natural elements that the marina evokes, including lush green grass, pure refreshing water, and fine, relaxing sand. Each element is presented in the shape of a sail, coming together to form a powerful combination of elements, creating Durrat Marina’s vibrant corporate logo.

The logo has been designed by corporate edge, the agency responsible for creating the logo of Durrat Al Bahrain. The corporate identity is the result of a joint partnership between Durrat Marina’s senior management and O2 Marketing Communications, who have worked closely together to ensure that the brand projects the experience of luxury living while creating compelling awareness that indulges the senses.

One of the grandest real estate projects in the Gulf, Durrat Marina is the joint venture of Al Khaleej Development Company (Tameer) and Durrat Al Bahrain. Designed to be the most exquisite marina in the Gulf, it will boast state-of-the-art luxuries like waterfront cafes, elegant restaurants, promenades, retail gallerias, and lavish resorts with over 3,000 residential units, destined to be a prevailing tourist attraction.

“We are excited about our new corporate identity…the campaign will include grand, unbelievable advertising mediums that have never been seen before! Our new identity projects Durrat Marina as a landmark of luxury living and beautifully reflects our vision and core values…Not only will Durrat Marina make a splash in Bahrain, it is sure to create head waves across the gulf; it will outshine prominent marinas across the world, Durrat Marina will undeniably mark the Kingdom of Bahrain on the map as a destination of luxury living because of its astounding architectural design and unparalleled services” said Ahmed Al Qattan, Chairman of the executive committee, Durrat Marina.

Mr. Chris Wood, Chairman of Corporate Edge, said: we are pleased that to have developed a solid corporate identity for Durrat Marina… we feel that we have really captured the essence of the marina.

Durrat Marina, the world class residential, leisure and retail development located on 600, 000 sq. m within the seaside resort of Durrat Al Bahrain, at the south coast of Bahrain. Bahrain’s most inspiring development, Durrat Al Bahrain is deemed as a hallmark resort island city of the 21st century. Located on the south coast of Bahrain, this 21 km2 master development has been created across a cluster of 15 spectacular islands. It will host, among its many kaleidoscopic offerings, over 2000 beautiful beachfront villas, 3600 executive apartments and offices, luxury hotels and spa resorts, parks and entertainment precincts, mosques and international schools, premier retail malls, restaurants and Ernie Els designed 18-hole championship golf course.

The construction in Durrat al Bahrain is ongoing process, while all the villas has been sold already and will be ready to be delivered with the handover of phase 1 & 2 which is expected by the end of the year.

The Multi Billion Dollars project will be the first mixed use marina development of its kind in the Middle East. It will cater for over 3,000 residences consisting of waterfront villas, town houses, apartments, and commercial and recreational facilities. The Marina will be designed to accommodate over 300 boats and yachts.