MERED, the renowned international real estate developer, has selected NSCC International as the enabling works contractor for its prestigious Riviera Residences project.
This landmark waterfront development is designed by the world-renowned Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi.
The appointment marks another significant milestone in the construction of one of the capital’s most anticipated residential projects.
With this appointment, NSCC International will take the lead on the project’s enabling works phase, encompassing all piling and shoring activities.
Michael Belton, CEO of MERED, said that, “Partnering with NSCC International represents our continued commitment to delivering Riviera Residences with the highest standards of precision and quality. NSCC’s deep technical expertise and reputation for excellence across the region make them an ideal partner for a project of this scale and architectural ambition. Together, we are shaping a residential community that reflects both the innovation and natural beauty of Abu Dhabi’s coastline.”
Khalil N. Khouri, Group CEO of NSCC International, noted that, “Riviera Residences embodies world-class design and engineering, and our team is proud to contribute to its foundation. With our decades of experience and commitment to safety and technical excellence, we look forward to setting the groundwork for what will become one of Abu Dhabi’s most distinctive residential destinations.”
MERED’s Riviera Residences
Located on Al Reem Island, Riviera Residences is strategically positioned within Abu Dhabi Global Market, one of the capital’s most dynamic districts, home to international schools, premium offices, advanced healthcare facilities, and leisure amenities.
The island continues to attract strong investor interest, with off-plan property prices rising by 38 percent year-on-year during the second quarter of 2025, reflecting confidence in its long-term value.
NSCC
Founded in Abu Dhabi in 1968, NSCC has grown from a marine contractor into a multi-disciplined regional leader in ground engineering. Over the decades, the company has delivered the foundations of some of the Middle East’s most technically demanding and prestigious developments, such as Zayed International Airport Terminal A, Reem Hills, Zayed National Museum, and Al Raha Beach Development in Abu Dhabi, as well as the Etihad Museum and The Address Residence Skyview in Dubai, alongside numerous landmark projects throughout Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman.
