United Real Estate Company Begins the First Phase of Handing Over “Hessah Towers” Residential Units

Jan 22 , 2024

Kuwait City by URC | Press Release

In a step that confirms its commitment to delivering its development projects in a timely manner, United Real Estate Company K.S.C.P (URC), the real estate arm of the Kuwait Projects Company (KIPCO) and one of the largest real estate companies in Kuwait and the MENA region, has begun the first phase of handing over the Hessah Towers residential units to their owners. The handover process is expected to conclude by the end of Q1 2024.

Located in the award-winning Hessah District, the launch of this important milestone follows the completion of the water and sanitation infrastructure and delivery of permanent electricity to the District’s main power station by the responsible governmental bodies. The first stage of the handover encompasses snagging and commissioning and involves the residential unit owners visiting the towers to inspect and evaluate their units. In its keenness to provide exemplary customer service and ensure the delivery of a luxury product, URC will only begin the final delivery process after receiving each client’s approval on the condition of their unit.

On this occasion, the Chief Property Management Officer, Engineer Abdullah Al Sultan, said: “As the date of handing over the keys of the residential units to their owners approaches, I would like to confirm that our responsibility towards our customers continues beyond the sales stage, through a series of services that we will provide to residents in order to enhance the standards of quality and excellence in our projects and deliver added value. These include cleaning, security, maintenance, and many other integral services.”

Engineer Al Sultan added: “The residential units in Hessah Towers have witnessed a surge in demand, driven by several factors, the most prominent of which are: the strategic location of the project and the attractive environment for integrated living that combines housing, work, healthcare, shopping, and entertainment. These units were developed with the aim of improving the residential offering in Kuwait be providing a dynamic atmosphere full of movement and life, driven by exclusive proximity to luxury shops, restaurants, clinics, and offices. The integration of these modern facilities in one district results in an ideal living experience that achieves the highest standards of quality of life.”

Engineer Al Sultan concluded by saying: “Hessah Towers is unique in its inclusion of smart technology and fiber-to-home connectivity that sets a precedent for connected living, crowning it as the smartest residential building in Kuwait. Indeed, we are confident that Hessah Towers will establish new standards at the level of real estate development projects in the country.”

The hallmark project of the vibrant Hessah District, Hessah Towers overlooks the Arabian Gulf and the Kuwait City skyline from its location in the Capital Governorate. It consists of two identical 40-storey residential towers, the tallest in the State of Kuwait, and houses 3-bedroom simplex and duplex apartments. Each apartment boasts smart technology, fiber-to-the-home broadband internet connectivity, floor to ceiling windows, and sweeping views of its surroundings, making it a unique residential experience that redefines luxury living by combining elegance with convenience.

Hessah Towers will offer a variety of private facilities and services, including a fully equipped residents-only fitness centre which encompasses a gym, a dedicated yoga zone, and swimming pool. Facilities also include a multi-purpose hall, cafeteria, and living room. For lovers of outdoor activities, there is a terrace garden and a designated barbecue area. Children’s interests are also considered, with an indoor and outdoor play area and pool designed for their use. The project will also be equipped with twenty-four-hour security and concierge services, to protect and assist residents and their interests. Multi-storey parking for residents and their guests, along with pick up and drop-off points, completes the contemporary residential experience.

Further adding to its delivery of a luxury lifestyle to its exclusive residents is its immediate proximity to various high-end commercial activities, including stores, retail stores, restaurants, cafes, hotel apartments, medical clinics, and commercial offices.

It is worth noting that the keys to the residential units will begin to be handed over to the owners in a sequential manner during the month of March 2024 after completing the necessary approvals to operate the facility from the responsible government bodies.


About URC

United Real Estate Company. K.S.C.P (URC) is one of the leading real estate developers in Kuwait and the MENA region, with consolidated assets of Approx. KD 669 million (US$ 2.2 Billion) as of 30th September 2023. Head quartered in Kuwait, URC was founded in 1973 and was listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange in 1984.

URC primarily operates through a number of operating subsidiaries and investment arms across the MENA region. URC's core business is real estate development and operations and enjoys a diversified portfolio of assets that include retail complexes, hotels, residential properties, and high-rise office buildings.

URC’s operations extend to construction and contracting services, facility management, and project management through its several subsidiaries. URC's portfolio of assets is geographically spread throughout the MENA region and includes Marina World, Marina Hotel, and KIPCO Tower in Kuwait, Salalah Gardens Mall & Residences in Oman, Abdali Mall in Jordan, Raouche View 1090 in Lebanon, Hilton Cairo Heliopolis & Waldorf Astoria Hotels, and Aswar Residences in Egypt, and Assoufid development including a golf resort, five-star hotel, and premium residences in Morocco.

URC is the real estate arm of its majority shareholder, Kuwait Projects Company – Holding (KIPCO Group), a holding company that focuses on investments in the Middle East and North Africa. It’s strategy of acquiring, building, scaling and selling companies in the MENA region has worked successfully for over 30 years. KIPCO’s main business sectors are financial services, media, real estate, and industry. KIPCO’s financial service interests include holdings in commercial banks, insurance companies, asset management, and investment banking.

Contact Info

Salem Al Khulaqi

Communications Manager – Sales & Marketing
United Real Estate Company

T (+965) 2295 3671

F (+965) 2244 1003

s.alkhulaqi@urc.com.kw