DHG Properties officially commenced construction of Helvetia Marine, a waterfront residential complex on the Dubai Islands. The milestone marks the official start of the construction phase of the project and puts Helvetia Marine on track to deliver to owners and investors in Q1 2028.
The construction launch coincides with Dubai Islands reinforcing its standing as one of the city's most active real estate destinations. The district led the rankings with AED 2.6 billion in off-plan flat sales over 691 transactions in April 2026, while total off-plan sales in the area totalled AED 7.9 billion between January and April. Helvetia Marine's construction start, which sold out before the groundbreaking, is a clear step forward for customers who committed to the project early on.
“Helvetia Marine reflects our continued focus on delivering high-quality developments in locations that are shaping Dubai’s next phase of growth. The fact that the project is fully sold out at this stage is a strong indicator of how buyer expectations are evolving, particularly towards waterfront living that combines design, privacy, and long-term investment value. Our approach remains consistent – bringing Swiss precision into markets where we see sustained, fundamentals-driven demand.”
Blagoje Antic
CEO and Founder of DHG Group
Urban Comfort, Coastal Lifestyle
Spanning a built-up area of 12,938 square metres, Helvetia Marine takes shape as a low-rise residential development, a considered counterpoint to the vertical density that defines much of Dubai's residential market. The project’s 63 residences offer a curated mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, along with a limited collection of duplex and garden residences, with just four to six units per floor.
Architecture draws on the organic language of coral formations, while interiors take their cues from the understated aesthetic of yacht living. Select homes feature double-height ceilings and private landscaped areas, extending the living space into dedicated outdoor environments.
Amenities include a panoramic rooftop infinity pool, pool bar, yoga and meditation deck, indoor and outdoor gym, jogging track, landscaped gardens, social club, and children’s playground.
Dubai Islands: The Harmony of Island Living
Helvetia Marine is located on Island A of Dubai Islands, a large-scale coastal destination being developed as part of Dubai’s long-term urban vision. Residents will have access to 20 kilometres of sandy beaches, a marina, landscaped promenades, parks, a shopping mall, and leisure, dining, and retail facilities while remaining close to Downtown Dubai, with road and metro connections extending across the city.
The area has attracted growing investor interest, driven by both its waterfront positioning and the scale of community and infrastructure development taking shape around it, factors that are increasingly influencing how buyers assess value beyond the individual unit.
“Dubai Islands is evolving into a destination that appeals to a new generation of buyers looking beyond traditional residential offerings. Buyers today are paying closer attention to how communities will develop over the next decade, and Helvetia Marine was positioned to align with that future-focused demand for well-connected, lifestyle-oriented coastal living, while maintaining the exclusivity and attention to detail that define the Helvetia brand.”
Milos Antic
Executive Vice Chairman of DHG Group
Three Projects, One Direction
With construction now underway at Helvetia Marine, DHG Properties has three Helvetia developments simultaneously active across Dubai’s key residential districts. The company’s debut UAE project, Helvetia Residences in Jumeirah Village Circle, is approaching completion. The second project in Meydan Horizon, Helvetia Verde, recently broke ground.
Across all three developments, DHG Properties has assembled approximately AED 1.3 billion in combined project value. Each is anchored in the same commitment to Swiss-quality construction, considered design, and locations selected for their long-term growth potential.
