His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has reviewed construction progress on what will become the tallest building in the world.
His Highness was briefed on the milestones already achieved on The Tower at Dubai Creek Harbour, a collaboration between Emaar Properties and Dubai Holding, including completion of foundation work and the start of work on the anchorages for the stay cables that are an integral part of the buildings design and structural support, according to a statement from Dubai Media Office.
More than 145 barrette piles have been laid to depths of over 72 metres to secure the super-tall structure. His Highness witnessed the trimming of the barrette piles and the preparation of the reinforcement couplers, ready to receive the first sub structure slab.
The barrette piles used for the foundation have been tested to a world record test load of 36,000 tonnes. The work was undertaken by foundation specialist, Soletanche Bachy.
A cathodic protection system, similar to that used on the foundations of Burj Khalifa, is being completed to protect it from any corrosion risk.
HE Abdulla Al Habbai, chairman of Dubai Holding said: The Tower at Dubai Creek Harbour reflects the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to establish Dubai as a global hub for business and leisure that attracts visitors from across the world. With this iconic development, Dubai is once again demonstrating its ability to develop first-of-its-kind projects that surprise the world.
Designed by Spanish/Swiss architect and engineer Santiago Calatrava Valls, The Tower will feature several observation decks that offer 360 degree views of the city and beyond.