Weight Loss Express

10 February 2008

Milestone progress realized on ALDAR's Al Raha Beach project

ALDAR, the renowned Abu Dhabi-based international property developer has reached a major milestone on the esteemed Al Raha Beach development. The Eastern Precinct is now protected with a completed marine sea wall, from the joint venture company, Soletanche Bachy - NSCC.

The Al Raha Beach project is formed of 11 precincts and has a total development area of 12 million square meters. Each precinct or village has a unique characteristic which sets it apart from its neighbouring village in the development.

Commenting on this milestone, Ronald S. Barrott, CEO ALDAR Properties stated: "The Al Raha Beach development has made steady and resounding progress. We are pleased to witness this highly anticipated waterfront development move forward to reach this milestone. Soletanche Bachy - NSCC has performed very well and has met all the challenges created by this fast-track project." The completion of this milestone has allowed basement excavation to proceed at building sites, followed by ground slab construction. Sand fill in the canals will remain in place to allow access for construction equipment throughout the development.

Michael Cox, Project Director ALDAR, added: "Excavation of the canal fill material is planned to commence in the last quarter of 2009 with the sand being used in construction of the western section of the development." Patrick Braun, Project Manager for Soletanche Bachy - NSCC commented: "The JV was proud to have completed the 20.2 kilometres of quay walls and 20 million cubic meters of ground treatment works on budget and within the 13-month programme. The project is a major reference for both Joint Venture partners from a local and global perspective. This is one of the largest diaphragm wall projects ever undertaken and in terms of productivity, surpasses anything that has been achieved previously." Covering over 570 hectares of land, the Al Raha Beach development will be the new gateway to Abu Dhabi located off of the main highway into the Emirate. The estimated residential population will be 120,000 with approximately 200,000 people on the development during the day. The Al Raha Beach development is set to become a world-class mixed-use waterfront community. (WAM)

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