Wynn’s UAE casino to open in September 2027 as costs hit $5.7B

Wynn Resorts said its first Middle East casino will open in September 2027, after construction delays linked to the US-Iran conflict pushed back the timeline.

The cost of the project, located on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al-Khaimah, has risen by $600 million to $5.7 billion due to higher material and shipping expenses.

CEO Craig Billings said during a company briefing that the company remains confident in the UAE’s ability to manage geopolitical risks, citing the resilience of Dubai’s aviation sector, Bloomberg reports.

The resort will feature 22 restaurants, an events center, private prayer rooms and a grand ballroom, joining a broader wave of entertainment developments in the region.