01 January 2019

Tamdeen Group, a leading mixed-use property developer in Kuwait, said work was in full swing at its ambitious Shaikh Jaber Al Abdullah Al Jaber Al Sabah International Tennis Complex, which aims to position the country as a preferred international tennis destination in the region. 

 With a built-up area of 263,430 sq m, the project will be the first multi-facility and services complex for tennis in Kuwait, housing the main headquarters of the Kuwait Tennis Federation and 18 courts, including the main tennis stadium covered court with more than 5,000 seats, and has a secondary open court with 1,500 seats.

Tamdeen said Shaikh Jaber Al Abdullah Al Jaber Al Sabah International Tennis Complex was one of the country’s pioneering and significant public-private partnership projects and the biggest sports project in value and size under the Kuwait Public Authority for Sport since its establishment.

Through this partnership, Tamdeen Group is demonstrating its vision and commitment to innovative design, construction, and excellence in operation and maintenance.

The venue will be home to the biggest international tennis academy in the Middle East in co-ordination with the Kuwait Tennis Federation, giving Kuwaitis access to world-class facilities and coaches, said Tamdeen Group.

In addition, the complex boasts eight covered courts and eight open courts, all of which are equipped with cutting-edge facilities while maintaining captivating architectural design. The complex also includes a five-star hotel and an exclusive selected array of retail shops.

The 18 tennis courts will be equipped with a world-class facilities and technology. The courts’ surfaces are made from ProCushion acrylic, the latest in the tennis world and are favoured by athletes, in addition to the state-of-the-art soundproofing technology and the adjustable and fixed seats in the stands designed by world renowned Sir Norman Foster and made by Figueras, it added.

Connected to 360 Mall, one of the most popular malls in Kuwait, the upcoming tennis complex will benefit from visitors turnout, which is forecast to exceed 11 million visitors per year. 

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