GREEN ISLAND, Jamaica — Princess Grand and Princess Senses The Mangrove, the first phase of a planned 2,036-room hotel development in Green Island, Hanover, is set to open this September.

Upon completion of the second phase, the project will become one of Jamaica’s largest resorts, significantly boosting the island’s tourism offerings.

Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett and other senior tourism officials got a progress update on construction and preparations for the 1,005-room resort and casino during a property tour last week. The tour was guided by Robert Cabrera Plana, owner of Princess Hotels and Resorts, and Managing Director Enrico Pezzoli.

“I am excited to welcome Princess Resorts to Jamaica’s product offering,” said Minister Bartlett. “This significant investment will create substantial employment opportunities and further solidify Jamaica’s position as a premier tourist destination.”

Construction is proceeding on schedule, said Cabrera, as he confirmed a September opening. “100%, we will open in September,” said Cabrera.

Minister Bartlett expressed particular satisfaction with the employment opportunities generated by the project, especially during the construction phase.

Among the resort’s features will be six specialty restaurants, one featuring an all-Jamaican menu.