Leading UAE developer Arada has awarded contracts worth AED2.7 billion ($735 million) to deliver Masaar 2, the forested megaproject located in the Rowdat district of Sharjah, appointing leading contractors and top-tier consultancies to provide integrated construction, infrastructure and design.

The scope of work covers the construction of 1,997 homes across four phases, alongside recently completed enabling works, site preparation, infrastructure development including roads, utilities and public spaces, as well as complete design and supervision by specialist consultants.

Arada said, in total, three construction firms and four consultancy firms have been appointed for Masaar 2.

UAE-based contractors Intermass (Phases One, Three, and Four) and Pivot Engineering & General Contracting (Phase Two) will be responsible for the construction of homes across all four phases, with first handovers scheduled for 2027 and full completion expected by June 2028.

Dewan Architects + Engineers served as the design consultant for all four phases of the project, a scope which has now concluded, while Darwish Engineering Emirates will be responsible for the development of the entire infrastructure works.

CRTKL, the global architecture firm, completed the masterplan concept and design, while US-based Parsons Overseas was responsible for infrastructure design and supervision.

DAR has been appointed to provide full supervision consultancy services through to the scheduled completion of all four phases in summer 2028.

Meanwhile, Arada has announced the opening of Nest Hotel, the first property in its new lifestyle hospitality brand at Aljada, Sharjah’s premier lifestyle destination.

It includes lounges, co-working areas, dining outlets, and direct access to Aljada’s East Boulevard, which features over 100 restaurants, retail, sports and entertainment venues.