Abu Dhabi has secured the rights to host Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2009 on Yas Island.

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27 Mar 2007

As motor sport is a huge part of the sporting culture of the Middle East, Abu Dhabi is delighted to have secured the right and privilege to host a Formula One Grand Prix from 2009 on behalf of all of the United Arab Emirates. The Grand Prix franchise has been awarded to Abu Dhabi for a renewable seven year term.

The circuit for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will be built on Yas Island, a natural 2,550 hectare island located to the east of Abu Dhabi island. Along with a The World-Class FIA Sanctioned Racetrack , Yas Island will feature a Ferrari theme park, signature hotels, golf courses, a 300,000 square metre retail area and much, much more.

Scheduled to commence construction in two phases during 2007, Yas Island occupies a total land area of 2,500 hectares, of which 1,700 hectares will be claimed for development. The Island will feature attractions such as a world-class motor sports racetrack, signature hotels, the Ferrari theme park, water park, and the Abu Dhabi destination retail development of 300,000 sq m retail area, links and parkland golf courses, lagoon hotels, marinas, polo clubs, apartments, villas and numerous food & beverage outlets that will create a unique international tourist destination.

The Yas Island development is mangaged by Aldar. The company is a progressive, integrated property development company based in Abu Dhabi and is charged with developing Abu Dhabi's strategic sites. In this context, Aldar is developing a range of commercial, residential, and retail projects in addition to luxury resorts and has ambitious plans to expand internationally.

Aldar's developments are characterised by comprehensive planning, innovation and a commitment to excellence in urban design, town planning and sustainable development. Striking a balance between the evolving needs of a modern city while conserving the environment is amongst our prime responsibilities. Aldar's projects prioritise the immediate and future physical, social and economic requirements of the United Arab Emirates and Abu Dhabi.