Bahrain Bay, the USD 2.5 billion waterfront community project has awarded the main contract for the construction of a Four Seasons Hotel to Belgian based Six Construct.

Bahrain Bay said that the move signals the beginning of Phase II of the project which includes the podium and tower construction. Work will begin on November 30th 2011 with a target construction completion date of April 2014.

Mr Bob Vincent CEO of Bahrain Bay said that "The commencement of the main contract for the Four Seasons Bahrain Bay is seen as an important commitment to re invigorating construction in Bahrain and bringing a fresh focus to real estate lending by local banks.

Six Construct has previously worked on construction projects including the world's tallest tower, the Burj Khalifa Tower in Dubai, Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi, Emirates Palace Hotel, and The Armani Hotel, Dubai.

The Four Seasons Hotel at Bahrain Bay will be the latest in the five star chain's prestigious portfolio of international properties. The 50 storey building will include 263 guest rooms, a five star spa and leisure facilities and suspended 'Sky Pod' restaurant.

(Sourced from Arabian Business)