• Porta Reef trio towers ahead of schedule
• Completion of project structures 
•  Model units – ready mid February 2009
• Porta Reef – first project to be ready on Reef Island

Manama, Bahrain – An announcement was made yesterday that Porta Reef, a 3-tower project located on Reef Island in Bahrain, is ahead of schedule by completing the superstructure construction activities reaching the roof level for all three towers. Additionally, mock-up apartments have commenced on site and will be ready for the public and apartment owners mid February 2009.

Porta Reef Chairman, Fawaz Ali Al Jowder said, ‘we are proud to be the first project that will be completed on Reef Island. The speed of work currently being done is a reflection of the efficiency and professionalism of everyone who is working on the project – in order to deliver on our promise and provide the best service to our investors and unit owners.’

Mr Abdul Ghaffar Abdul Rahim Al Kooheji, CEO – Al Kooheji Constructions said, ‘we dedicated a full team of experts who were integral in successfully completing ahead of schedule 90% of the structure work, while work on other elements are nearing completion. The expertise and knowledge Al Khooheji enjoys are factors in a successful project – taking into consideration the high-quality work required and attention to detail. We can proudly say that Porta Reef will be handed over ahead of schedule.’

External work such as retaining walls, site grading has commenced ahead of schedule and is progressing steadily. Various other specialists, such as landscape designers are nearing selection and finalization of contract regulations. Also, design for the interiors by a specialist designer is nearing completion.

Sales performance exceeded forecasting targets during the past year and demand remains strong for units within the project. The on-site Porta Reef Client Relationship Centre provides information to investors on the project itself as well as displays the project model and sample décor and finishing materials.

The exclusive Porta Reef, a USD 90 million project owned by Abu Dhabi Investment House, includes a trio of luxurious residential towers with 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, as well as six premium penthouse units. Porta Reef was the first freehold property to be available to buyers on Bahrain’s new Reef Island.

The towers comprise of a total 150 units that include 51 two bedroom, 93 three bedroom deluxe apartments, and six premium penthouse apartments that truly represent the definition of luxury. Each unit also has a balcony, and residents will have access to a sea-view swimming pool and Jacuzzi, as well as separate gym facilities for men and women equipped with the most innovative exercise equipment.

Meeting the highest international architectural specifications, each of the 150 units is fitted with the most contemporary, high-end kitchen appliances, lighting and other fit-outs, and comes with a choice of marble or parquet floorings. Dedicated parking space is provided with shade for residents and visitors, accommodating up to 330 vehicles.

Porta Reef also has a sea-front boardwalk as an upscale alternative to the traditional Corniche, and its courtyard gardens and children’s playground situated between the three towers provide clean, open space for family living.

Reef Island is a strategic joint venture between the government of Bahrain and the Mouawad Group for Real Estate Development Company. It aims to attract high-net worth property investors from Bahrain as well as GCC residents who are looking for a distinctive second home. The USD 1.25 billion freehold development project covers an area of just under 600,000 square meters, of which Porta Reef occupies just over 16,000 square meters.

Strategically positioned between the capital’s new business and commercial district and Bahrain’s International Airport, but with the exclusive privacy of its Reef Island enclave, Porta Reef offers the best of urban living with a timeless style.,