Come 2011 and the kids in the United Arab Emirates need not flip through the comic books to see their favorite heroes like the Spider-Man, the Iron Man or the X-Men! The UAE-based construction major Al Ahli Group has joined hands with US-based Marvel Entertainment Inc. to set up a theme park in Dubai at an estimated investment of USD 1 billion.
The theme park, reportedly the first of its kind in the Arab region, will use the latest in technology and set a new benchmark for theme parks globally giving visitors a ‘never before’ experience. MEI, in a statement, said that it chose Dubai to set up this ambitious project as it feels that Dubai is one of the fastest growing economies in the world today. David Maisel, Chairman of Marvel Studios said,”

Marvel is a brand that is recognized globally via its ever expanding list of ‘Super Hero’ characters. Now, it won’t be much longer until the children in Pan Arabia and the world can experience new and exciting rides with Marvel’s Spider-Man, the Incredible Hulk, the Fantastic Four and many other Super Heroes right here in the UAE”.

The creative team, which consists of some of the most spectacular creative minds from around the globe, will be based in Hollywood, Orlando and Dubai throughout the four year development process.

Source: Reuters