UAE-based Ajmal Makan Real Estate Development has announced that work is in full swing on its $6.8-billion coastal development, Ajmal Makan City, which, once completed, will be the largest mixed-use residential, commercial and tourism project in Sharjah.

With over 60 million sq ft of mixed-use residential, commercial, and tourism facilities, Ajmal Makan City – Sharjah Waterfront is expected to transform the emirate’s landscape. The development includes 1,500 villas, mid-rise buildings, hotels, retail spaces, a university, schools, a theme park, and other attractions.

“As construction progresses, Ajmal Makan City will not only expand Sharjah’s real estate sector but will continue to create thousands of jobs across diverse industries such as real estate, infrastructure, retail, hospitality, education, healthcare, entertainment, and services,” remarked Sultan Al Shakrah, CEO of Ajmal Makan Real Estate Development.

The project will accommodate over 60,000 residents across eight islands, blending modern urban living with sustainable, eco-friendly practices, he added.

Giving a project update, Al Shakrah said it had launched three new projects – Al Thuraya Island, The View Island and Blue Beach Residence, while the first and second phases of Sun Island have already been delivered.

Additionally, Blue Bay Walk, comprising three phases, has seen Phase One delivered, with Phase Two and Three completed ahead of schedule and set for delivery, he stated.

According to the developer, the project will add 36 km of coastline, a marina with 800 yacht berths, and a 1.6-million-sq-ft theme park. A 3-million-sq-ft shopping mall is also being planned, along with waterfront dining and entertainment venues.

Ajmal Makan said 60 per cent of the land area had been allocated to green spaces, beaches, and public areas, aligning with Sharjah’s sustainability goals.