Miral (company)

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Miral
Company type Private
Industry Real estate
Founded2011 [1]
Key people
Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak (Chairman)
Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi (CEO)
Subsidiaries
  • Miral Destinations Miral Experiences Yas Asset Management

Miral is an Abu Dhabi-based company specializing in the creation of leisure and entertainment destinations. [2] [3] These projects aim to enhance the region's leisure industry and support economic diversification. The company's operations include the design, development, management, and operation of various attractions on Yas Island and Saadiyat Island as below: [4]

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Major Attractions

Saadiyat Island Initiatives

Miral is also involved in managing Saadiyat Island's Destination Management Strategy, in line with the Saadiyat Vision 2025. This strategy aims to enhance the island's cultural significance and contribute to Abu Dhabi's tourism ecosystem. [6] In collaboration with DCT Abu Dhabi, Miral is developing major projects such as The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi and teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi.

Contributions

Miral plays a crucial role in supporting the growth of Abu Dhabi's leisure and entertainment sectors, aligning with the emirate's vision for tourism development. [7] [8] Through its diverse range of attractions and initiatives, Miral aims to create memorable experiences for visitors from around the world.

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