The $1.7bn project is expected to become a new landmark within one of the UAE’s fastest-growing leisure destinations.
Sphere Abu Dhabi has taken a major step towards its planned 2029 opening after appointing AtkinsRéalis and ALEC to lead the design and construction of what is set to become one of the world’s most technologically advanced entertainment venues.
The appointments mark the project’s transition from planning into delivery, with the two companies tasked with bringing the landmark immersive entertainment destination to life on Yas Island.
Developed by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), Sphere Abu Dhabi will be the first Sphere venue outside the US and forms part of the emirate’s wider strategy to cement its position as a global tourism, culture and entertainment destination.
The venue will feature the signature programmable LED exosphere that has become synonymous with the original Las Vegas Sphere, alongside a wraparound 16K-resolution interior display and beamforming audio technology capable of directing sound to individual seats.
