4-our-lane road opens to public
SHARJAH 18 October 2018: As part of its on-schedule development for what is to become one of Sharjah’s world-class beach landmarks for tourists and residents, the Sharjah Urban Planning Council (SUPC) has announced the opening of the dual carriageway with two south-bound lanes now fully operational and accessible by the public.
The new 3.3 kilometer road will ease commuting within the project’s road networks, and boost new investment opportunities within the area and its surrounding. It has been developed with environmentally-friendly lighting and equipped with parking areas along the non-beach side of the Sharjah Beach project.
The Sharjah Beach Project has been developed by SUPC in partnership with the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA).
The following phases of the project will transform the land at Sharjah Beach into a modern, sustainable, and cultural hub for families and tourists visiting Sharjah. The design envisions delivering world-class quality community amenities overlooking natural landscapes.
Khalid Al Ali, SUPC Secretary General said, “The next step involves the development of the remaining public realm spaces between the road and the buildings, followed by the development of the public realm from the road to water/sea. The uniqueness of the project’s design will make it one of the most appealing leisure destinations, which will undoubtedly propel Sharjah to realize its goal of attracting more than 10 million tourists to the emirate by 2021.”
Yusuf Al Suwaiji, SRTA Chairman said: “The Sharjah Beach project will include more than 1,000 parking spaces to accommodate visitors, retail, businesses and facilities on the opposite side of the beach. We have also completed the installation of parking meters on the new road to facilitate smooth traffic in and around the project.”
The Project
The Sharjah Beach Project, which was announced in November 2017, will transform the 3.3 kilometers stretch from Ajman border to the roundabout adjacent to the Sharjah Ladies Club.
It consists of 200,000 square meters of public space, 6.5 kilometers of promenade areas, five beach areas, approximately 1.5km of seating wall along the beach, five different plazas dedicated to community and artistic events, picnic areas with seating and tables, and fitness areas. The project will also provide all necessary facilities required for visitors such as changing facilities, prayer places, shaded lounges and much more.
