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Plans to establish a Disneyland resort in Abu Dhabi are continuing to move ahead, with Miral Group’s leadership reaffirming their commitment to the high-profile project. The update highlights steady progress on one of the region’s most anticipated tourism developments.
Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, CEO of Miral Group, reiterated this direction in a LinkedIn post, where he congratulated Thomas Mazloum on his new role as Chairman of Disney Experiences. In his message, Al Zaabi also emphasized the strong partnership between Miral and Disney, expressing confidence in Mazloum’s leadership and its impact on the global attractions industry.
He noted that the collaboration with Disney remains a key priority, adding that both sides are working closely to bring the vision of Disneyland Abu Dhabi to life and create a world-class destination for visitors in the region.
The reaffirmation comes at a time of heightened interest in large-scale developments across the UAE, making the continued momentum of the Disneyland project particularly significant for investors, tourism stakeholders, and the public.
The project was first announced in May 2025 as a partnership between Miral and The Walt Disney Company, marking what would become the first Disney theme park destination in the Middle East. Once completed, it will join Disney’s global portfolio of resorts in locations such as California, Florida, Tokyo, Paris, Hong Kong, and Shanghai.
Earlier this year, Disney CEO Bob Iger shared glimpses from a visit to the proposed site on Yas Island, describing the project as exciting despite the substantial work still ahead.
The development is expected to take shape along a waterfront area, with Yas North widely seen as the likely location due to the scale required. Yas Island already serves as a major entertainment hub, home to attractions such as Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, and Yas Waterworld, further strengthening its position as a leading destination for leisure and family tourism in the UAE.
