Disney CEO Iger stakes out beach site for Disneyland Abu Dhabi

Bob Iger has confirmed the site for Disneyland Abu Dhabi in an Instagram post picturing the Disney CEO wandering along the shoreline of Yas Island.

“Walking the site of what will one day be Disneyland Abu Dhabi! Lots of work ahead, but all very exciting,” the caption reads.

The photographs, which show the “Yas” welcome sign in the distance, appear to be taken at a location on the western end of Yas North, which is the only large undeveloped waterfront site remaining on the island.

Disney’s seventh theme park, which was announced with great fanfare last May, is expected to open by 2032. It will be built and operated by Abu Dhabi developer Miral, under a licensing arrangement with Disney.

Iger met with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed last week, along with Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro, to discuss progress on the project.