Bawabat Al Sharq, a mixed-use community development in Bani Yas, Abu Dhabi, today announced that Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) are offering preferential financing options of up to 80 per cent on the total value of the development to buyers. Complementing the offer, Baniyas Investment and Development Company (BID) – the investment arm of Bani Yas Sports Club and the developer of the project - has announced its plans to back Bawabat Al Sharq by providing direct financing to end-users.
Commenting on the deal with ADCB, Wael Tawil, CEO, BID, said, “In the current market scenario, where banks have revised their lending policies, buyers are finding it extremely difficult to secure loans. We believe it is extremely important to provide timely assistance to buyers. ADCB and ADIB, through the confidence they have shown in Bawabat Al Sharq, and in line with their strategic alliances with us, have agreed to provide loans of up to 80% to buyers of the project.”
He further added: “To further support buyers and showcase the value and opportunity offered by Bawabat Al Sharq, we have announced the provision of direct loans to interested buyers.”
He also added, “With Bawabat Al Sharq, we aim to create a real sense of integrated community life offering our customers world-class amenities and facilities. Our deal with ADCB and ADIB is a reflection of our commitment to our customers to provide them with a smooth transition right from buying the project to living in a luxurious community.”
Bawabat Al Sharq, an AED 3 billion project, is spread across a massive 108 hectares of land and encompasses residential, retail, entertainment and sporting facilities. Overall project completion stands at 15% with phase one scheduled for completion in the third quarter of 2010. BID is currently awarding contracts for various other components within the development and is in the development planning stages for Phase 2.
He further added: “The home-financing offer from ADCB and ADIB is a major milestone for BID and will help us drive our value-driven growth in the regional real estate sector.”
Bawabat Al Sharq provides well-designed apartment buildings and villas characterized by innovation and modernity. It offers pleasant living conditions and comprehensive security and infrastructure along with the services and amenities expected within a community.
About Bani Yas Investment and Development
Bani Yas Investment & Development Company (BID) was established in 2005 as a majority owned subsidiary of Bani Yas Sports Club. It is the investment and development arm of the Bani Yas Club with its main activities focusing on investment, development and management of real estate projects.
Aiming to play a pivotal role in contributing to real estate development, BID will seek to adhere to the highest standards of integrity in its business dealings. Currently, the company has an impressive pipeline of opportunities and projects including master planned communities, residential and commercial towers in the UAE with Bawabat Al Sharq representing the first of several pioneering plans to be publicized by BID in due time. Bawabat Al Sharq will elevate the leisure, commercial and tourism appeal of Bani Yas.
BID will soon unveil a residential tower (22 floors) in Abu Dhabi.
