Contractors have submitted prequalification documents for the contract to build the integrated resort at Al-Marjan Island in Ras al-Khaimah planned by the local Rak Hospitality Holding and US-based casino and hotel operator Wynn Resorts.

The project involves the construction of a 1,000-key luxury hotel, retail and convention areas, and gaming facilities. It covers an area of 250,000 sq m and is expected to open in 2026.

US firm HKS Architects is the design consultant. The project manager is UK-based Mace.

The project’s January launch coincided with Ras al-Khaimah Tourism Development Authority’s (Raktda) announcement about establishing a division to centralise regulations for integrated resorts.

The newly formed department of entertainment and gaming regulation will set the framework for licensing, taxation, operational procedures and consumer safeguards in the city, prioritising the creation of measures to ensure responsible gaming.

Its rules will reportedly cover hotel operations, convention space, entertainment, restaurants and lounges, spas, and retail and gaming facilities in integrated resorts.

The Wynn project’s developers will apply for Raktda’s integrated resort licence for the scheme.

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