A sweeping coastal overhaul along Dubai’s Al Mamzar waterfront is nearly finished, with construction now at 88% completion, Dubai Municipality announced Tuesday following the first on-site inspection by its director general, Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita.
Bin Ghalita toured the site alongside executive leadership, project engineers, and specialist Emirati technical teams to assess progress, review supply chain stability, and confirm the development remains on track for delivery.
The project’s most talked-about feature is a women-only beach — the first of its kind in Dubai — enclosed within a perimeter fence to ensure full privacy. The facility is also designed to accommodate night swimming, extending usable hours beyond daylight.
Badr Anwahi, CEO of the Public Facilities Agency at Dubai Municipality, framed the development within a broader infrastructure ambition. “The scale of these projects reflects our commitment to delivering integrated coastal destinations that prioritise resilience, safety, and visitor experience,” he said. “These developments are designed not only to meet current needs, but to serve future generations, strengthening Dubai’s position as a global destination for high-quality beach tourism.”
The women-only section is one component of what is being built as a full-scale leisure destination. The broader site will feature food and beverage outlets along the beachfront, health and service facilities, children’s play zones, fitness areas, shaded seating, a covered skate park, and linked tracks for walking, jogging, and cycling. Dedicated event and seasonal activity spaces are also incorporated, with the entire complex designed for use from daytime into the evening hours.
Engineering considerations for long-term coastal durability are built into the project’s foundations. Beach levels have been elevated and shoreline protections reinforced in anticipation of climate change impacts. Over 500,000 cubic metres of sand have been laid based on specialised environmental assessments to stabilise the coastline over time.
Bin Ghalita described the project as marking a new direction for public beach development in the emirate. “It introduces a new generation of integrated coastal destinations that combine architectural excellence, environmental preservation, and climate adaptability, while delivering sustainable social and economic value,” he said. “This reinforces Dubai’s leadership as a global tourism destination offering exceptional beach and leisure experiences for residents and visitors alike.”
Dubai Municipality said the development aligns with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan and the Public Beaches Master Plan, both of which target a 400% increase in the total length of public beaches across the emirate.
