MGM Abu Dhabi

MGM Abu Dhabi News

Variety.com: MGM pacts on Abu Dhabi deal (March 25, 2008)
ArabianBusiness.com: Abu Dhabi strikes strategic alliance with MGM (March 27, 2008)
CBC.ca: MGM signs deal with Abu Dhabi developer (March 27, 2008)
Reuters.com: Metro-Goldwyn agrees entertainment projects in UAE (March 27, 2008)

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HollywoodToday.net: MGM theme park latest Hollywood invasion (March 27, 2008)

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Guide Note

In cooperation with Jordanian animation company Rubicon, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios (MGM) has agreed to develop an entertainment facility with Abu Dhabi-based Sorouh Real Estate. The vacation destination will include hotels, shopping, leisure and entertainment facilities, which combine MGM's brands with the cultures and traditions of the Arab region. A production and animation facility is also being considered as part of the development plan. The facility is scheduled to open in 2012.

Fast Facts

Project announced: 2008

Partner company: MGM

Partner company: Rubicon (Jordan)

Partner company: Sorouh Real Estate SOR.AD

Project cost: $1 billion

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Projected project completion: 2012

Regional Competitors

Warner Bros.: Building Abu Dhabi-based film and video game production facility and theme park

Universal Studios: Building theme park in neighboring Dubai

Marvel Entertainment: Building theme park in neighboring Dubai