Aldar has announced Yas Point, a new six billion dirham waterfront development on the northern shore of Abu Dhabi's Yas Island. The massive mixed-use masterplan spans 600,000 square metres and will feature 1,600 residences, a five-star resort hotel and an international school. The project focuses heavily on walkability, incorporating three public parks and a 700-metre shoreline promenade alongside the first northern beach on the island.