Grand Corniche will be a significant addition to Abu Dhabi's hospitality stock and an aesthetic asset for the capital's skyline.

Surbana is the architectural and consulting firm for this iconic project owned by Bin Salem GTE which reflects the Abu Dhabi's maritime heritage. The project management contract has been awarded to Jacobs International Holdings Inc.

The sleek 35-storey architectural landmark will house an array of luxurious offerings such as a 5-star hotel with 308 rooms, 125 suites, 140 furnished serviced apartments, boutique retail podium, business centre, a spa and health club, swimming pool and restaurants serving fine cuisines.

The project estimated to exceed Dhs650m and scheduled to be completed by the end of 2009, spans over 4,800 square-meters and a total buildup area of 73,000 square-meters in addition to 4 basements with total area 19,000 square-meters.

Mr. Ahmed Bin Mohamad Bin Salem Al Dhaheri highlighted the important role and the fruitful cooperation that TDIC showed for this project and the strong backing of H. E. Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) and TDIC that made this a successful project.

Mr. Ahmed Bin Mohamad Bin Salem Al Dhaheri expressed on behalf of the group the entire satisfaction with competency and professionalism of Surbana Consulting experts. He says 'During the period of our cooperation, Surbana has been effectively supporting our project as a lead design consultant at the utmost level of competence.

Mr. Tan Thai Hong, Group CEO of Surbana, commented: 'Surbana is honoured to be awarded the hotel project. We are glad to work with Bin Salem GTE and we will continue to provide the quality service and delivery up to our client's expectations.