The
Dubai Business Bay development
Envisioned to make UAE a global commercial and business centre, the Business Bay
is a new city within the city of Dubai and is created as a commercial and
business cluster along the new extension of the famous Dubai Creek extending
from Ras Al Khor to Sheikh Zayed Road. Developed and managed by Dubai
Properties, a member of Dubai Holding, Business Bay is a central business
district in Downtown Dubai, featuring numerous skyscrapers located in an area
where the Dubai Creek has been extended. The Business Bay comprises of 230
buildings, attracting commercial and residential developments including the Burj
Dubai.
The concept
Dubai's Business Bay is similar in nature to Manhattan or Ginza, which are the
business centers for the cities of New York and Tokyo. The legendary Dubai Creek
- an important aspect of Dubai's trading past that have shaped Dubai from a
fishing and pearl diving center to international port; has been extended
considering its significance as a trade centre that harbors the stance of Dubai
as the business hub of the region. Business Bay is a symbol of Dubai's progress
as it embodies the crucial role the Creek played in Dubai's past as well its
future.
The initiative
The past few years have seen ambitious initiatives such as Dubai Internet City,
Dubai Media City, Dubai International Financial Center and others. Business Bay
is the cornerstone of the new economic push to extend the international role of
the UAE. It was undertaken after extensive studies by some of the world's top
consultancies, and reflects the ambitious vision of Dubai and the role that the
UAE is looking forward to play as a leading international commercial and
business centre.

The business needs
Business Bay is all set to fulfill the growth needs in medium to long term.
Besides the growing demand of the local economy -- which is projected to achieve
an average growth of 5-9% annually over the next few years -- the UAE is
attracting increasing foreign investment. Hundreds of companies are setting up
offices in Dubai every month and an increasing number of regional and
international companies are working from the country. All this is creating a
huge growth in demand that cannot be fulfilled by existing projects. That is why
Business Bay has been launched to cater to the demands of business and retail
& commercial industry. It also features fascinating canals to add to the
magnificence of the project, attracting regional and international business
ventures and multinationals.
The lifestyle
Life at Business Bay starts at the luxurious residential towers, designed to the
highest standards and offering a lifestyle unimagined. From superb architectural
style of each apartment to the breathtaking views just outside, life at Business
Bay is intended for people that seek luxury in a vibrant community. Business Bay
offers a successful lifestyle equipped with every amenity you need to make
living a real pleasure.
The ambience
The residences and commercial enterprises at Business Bay feature high-tech
working spaces, comfortable and luxurious residential units and modern
facilities and amenities. The Courtyard at Business is the center of communal
activities, providing play areas, arcades and landscaped plazas. The Courtyard
combines contemporary architectural themes with exclusive amenities, while the
Podium is a unique feature that links the residential towers and provides
covered walkways, fountains and pedestrian-friendly paths.
Location
Business Bay is located off Dubai Creek and extends from Ras Al Khor to Sheikh
Zayed Road. Business Bay is ideally located for international trade as one end
of the development touches Sheikh Zayed Road with its office towers housing
international firms and the financial institutions of the Dubai International
Financial Center. International hotels such as the Emirates Towers and
Shangri-La are also on Sheikh Zayed Road. On the Creek side, Business Bay is
neighbored by Dubai Festival Center, a retail and leisure development, as well
as being close to Dubai International Airport.
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