A SUBSIDIARY of Dubai-based builder Arabtec Holding has won a Dh1.04- billion ($282.33 million) contract to build more than 1,500 townhouses for developer Emaar Properties.

The 1,582 townhouses are part of the Mira community, the first phase of Reem, a master-planned community in Dubai. The villa community, which has been designed by BH.NS Engineering Consultant, offers villas of four different types and covers a total built area of 337,805 sq m.

Construction work on the Mira townhouses is scheduled to begin immediately and the project is expected to be delivered in two years.

Located near Arabian Ranches at the crossroads of Al Qudra Road and Emirates Road, Reem is one of the most sought-after communities in Dubai. It is defined by several exotic features including a desert botanical park, sand surfing and camel riding trails, go-karting track, dune buggies, rock climbing wall, cricket pitch, soccer field, and a skate park. The development is anchored by a majestic central park with interactive fountains, walkways and a captivating water feature.

 Arabtec has carried out the construction of a number of Emaar’s iconic projects, including Burj Khalifa, The Address Downtown Dubai and Emirates Hills, among others.