Investment and Leasing OPPORTUNITIES at Masdar City
A UNIQUE Vision Engineered on a Grand Scale Masdar City s vibrant community is born of a national vision that IS responding to a global challenge The Solar PV Plant at Masdar City Masdar Institute student accommodation at Masdar City APPROXIMATELY 4,000,000 Sq m total gross floor area OF MaSdar City Abu Dhabi is committed to advancing renewable energy and sustainable development and is widely recognised as a visionary leader in these sectors. Masdar City is on a journey to build the world s most sustainable urban development. Masdar City combines traditional Arabic architectural influences with modern technology to create a cool and pedestrian-friendly environment where people live, work, learn and play. At the heart of Masdar City is the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, which conducts research to advance renewable energy and sustainability technologies in line with the Abu Dhabi Vision 2030. A centre of excellence in research and development, the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology is establishing ties with government and industry that are essential to fostering innovation, human capital and knowledge development. HOME TO MORE THAN 360 COMPANIES AND GROWING Masdar Institute Knowledge Center at Masdar City 3
Masdar City offers a template for sustainable urban development by applying technology and best practices to reduce energy, water consumption and waste, and to lower carbon emissions. The Masdar Institute of Science and Technology at Masdar City 5
A pioneering hub of knowledge and commerce Masdar City IS AN INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM connecting education, research, business AND INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY A collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset define Masdar City and create opportunities for both investors and tenants. Real estate investors inspired by the Masdar City vision select from a range of available plots to develop exciting new commercial, residential and hospitality offerings. Large companies can follow the lead of Siemens and organisations such as the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to create dedicated, bespoke office space. Start-ups and SMEs will find spaces and services designed to accelerate their growth, in the existing Incubator Building or in upcoming office spaces, all built to meet the highest standards of design and sustainability. The Masdar City Illustrative Master Plan The Wind Tower at Masdar City 7
A Greenprint for CITIES OF THE FUTURE A QUALITY lifestyle in A UNIQUE SETTING Masdar City is building the world s most sustainable urban development environmentally, economically and socially. Residential, commercial, cultural and educational spaces blend to create mixed-use neighbourhoods where communities live, work, learn and play. The knowledge acquired here is realising a new greenprint for how cities can be designed and built around the world. High-performance buildings reduce Masdar City s water and energy consumption by over 40% and embodied carbon by 15%. The Siemens Middle East Headquarters is the first and currently the only LEED Platinum certified office building in Abu Dhabi. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Headquarters was awarded a prestigious Four Pearl rating certification, under the Estidama Pearl Building Rating System. These environmental achievements create economic benefits, which demonstrate the cost-effectiveness of a truly sustainable approach and result in an array of quality of life benefits. Contemporary architecture creates a unique ambience, pedestrian-friendly districts and public spaces encourage a sense of neighbourhood, and shaded walkways create a cooling effect that moderates perceived temperature. All this enhances the wellbeing of the community at Masdar City. MASDAR CITY AWARDS 2015-2016 MEED Quality Award for Projects Emirates Green Building Council Green Commercial Building of the Year aia Middle East Design and Planning Award 2013-2014 Emirates Energy Award British Expertise International Awards MEED Quality Award for Projects cityscape Global Awards Emerging Markets BGreen Awards Big Project ME Awards 2011-2012 riba International Awards Energy Efficiency Global Forum Visionaries The International Awards for Liveable Communities MIPIM Architectural Review Future Projects Award international Property Awards Middle East Architects Award Big Project Middle East Construction and Sustainability Awards of Excellence construction Week Awards Programme 2007-2009 Euromoney and Ernst & Young Global Renewable Energy Awards cityscape Real Estate Awards condé Nast Traveller Innovation & Design Award The Masdar Institute of Science and Technology at Masdar City 9
Masdar City incubates sustainable technologies and clean energy development programmes through R&D and the deployment of pilot projects. Masdar City s Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system uses solar-powered electromagnetics to enable driverless cars to navigate the City and link to the future Metro station. 11
A THRIVING ENTREPRENEURIAL COMMUNITY Access to knowledge, talent and markets drives business success Masdar City creates an environment in which businesses can thrive and push the boundaries of innovation. Through the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, tenants have access to advanced research facilities, and a growing and highly qualified talent pool. Tenants become part of a like-minded business community, dedicated to generating and maximising business opportunities locally, regionally and internationally. In addition, Masdar City s tenants benefit from Abu Dhabi s strategic location, offering easy access to the rapidly expanding emerging markets of the Middle East, Africa and South and Far-east Asia. Tenants include: Retailers include: 13
An Opportunity to Invest in the Future Today MASDAR City PROMOTES PARTNERSHIP, COLLABORATION AND JOINT VENTURES, GENERATING opportunities for developers, investors and businesses Masdar City offers opportunities to purchase or lease development plots, to lease and fit out office space, and to create bespoke premises. Land Developers can buy or lease land (Musataha) to develop projects designed to enhance mixeduse community living, incorporating, but not limited to, apartments, office buildings, schools, retail outlets, light industrial facilities, research & development initiatives, and hotels. Build To Suit Larger organisations can partner with Masdar City to create bespoke commercial, retail, residential, recreational, educational and headquarters space. The Masdar City team will work with companies to design and deliver a completed project, meeting the client s business requirements, technical specifications, and financial expectations. Shell & Core Companies can lease office or retail space, and either complete fit-out to their unique specifications, or the Masdar City team can provide a full turn-key fit-out solution. Masdar Institute laboratories at Masdar City 15
An Innovative CONCEPT FOR INSPIRING BUSINESS GROWTH The set up process is designed to be seamless with the One-Stop Shop assisting new tenants from A-Z. Masdar City s free zone status, support services and competitive prices make for a businessfriendly environment, all within an international investment zone Masdar City s free zone status allows tenants numerous preferential advantages, including: 100% foreign ownership 100% exemption from corporate and personal income taxes 0% import tariffs Quick and easy set-up with a One-Stop Shop for registration, government relations and visa processing freedom of repatriation of both capital and profits launching point into local, regional and international markets critical mass of sector knowledge and talent r&d hub partnering with Masdar Institute Highly cost effective licensing and office space Proximity to Abu Dhabi International Airport and just 40 minutes away from Dubai The Free Zone One Stop Shop offers quick and easy access to a range of vital business services including: registration, licensing and leasing Visa services including medical checks family and dependent sponsorship abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce membership Emirates Identity Card processing customs administration document authentication PO Box set up facilities and property management Meeting room and conference facilities One-Stop Shop, located in the Incubator Building at Masdar City 17
A STRATEGIC LOCATION ABU DHABI Saadiyat Island Yas Island Downtown Abu Dhabi Maqta Bridge Al Raha Beach MASDAR CITY Abu Dhabi International Airport Khalifa City Global Connections London Paris Istanbul Cairo Riyadh Moscow 2 hrs 4 hrs Abu Dhabi Almaty Mumbai Beijing Tokyo Hong Kong Singapore Located within a major growth area of Abu Dhabi, Masdar City is a prime destination for international business, where proximity to Abu Dhabi International Airport is key. Masdar City offers direct access to all areas of Abu Dhabi, the UAE and beyond. This accessibility will be further improved with the introduction of future public transport and metro networks. 6 hrs Flight times from Abu Dhabi 8 hrs Sydney 19
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