UAE’s NMDC Bags $163 Million Lake Manzala Project
- Date: 21-Sep-2020
- Source: Al Bawaba
- Sector:Real Estate
- Country:UAE
UAE’s NMDC Bags $163 Million Lake Manzala Project
The UAE National Marine Dredging Company (NMDC) has announced that it won the rights to the expansion project of Lake Manzala in Egypt, valued at 600 million UAE dirhams ($163 million).
The company's announcement of the new project came following a disclosure published on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange website. It ensures compliance with the principle of disclosure and transparency in force in the UAE.
Lake Manzala is one of Egypt's largest natural lakes. It is known for its potential fishing opportunities, as it has the basis for high fish stocks due to natural nutrients and a moderate climate throughout the year. It produces about half of the natural fish production in lakes.
The lake has witnessed neglect in recent years, losing much of its importance and wealth. In May 2017 Egyptian President