The second phase of the industrial precinct infrastructure construction work gets under way
Dubai Maritime City – the world’s largest and the most comprehensive maritime complex in the world – has announced that it has begun infrastructure construction, which marks one of the strategic stages in the development of the iconic city.
The scope of the infrastructure works comprises three components – Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Works. Once complete, Dubai Maritime City will not only pave the way for a major impetus to the global maritime trade but also comprehensively redefine the international maritime community.
This phase of the Civil Works will encompass more than 240000 m3 of concrete and 39462 liner meter of steel rails which will allow the operation of a total area of 67805 m2 for transfer pits and 144579 m2 of Dry Berths. The works will also include hard and soft landscaping, gravel infill and block paving. As part of the Electrical Works, the focus will be on High Voltage and Low Voltage wiring, street lighting and telecommunication duct banks while the Mechanical Works will involve installation of the water supply network, irrigation, sewerage and fire fighting devices.
In his comments on the progress made on the infrastructure development, Mr. Amer Ali, Project Manager, Dubai Maritime City, said: ‘This development will provide the core elements of infrastructure required by key marine and maritime-related industries and services in one location that will perfectly complement Dubai’s existing shipping operations. The steady progress on this front further reiterates our commitment to complete the project within the stipulated schedule.’
He added: ‘Dubai Maritime City is taking rapid strides to accomplish this unique concept which is set to far outstrip expectations. We are in the process of setting up a world-class infrastructure at the Maritime City, to ensure effective and efficient methods of operation. Once complete, the City will be able to give our existing and new members vastly improved services and the best facilities.’
When completed, Dubai Maritime City will be the world’s biggest and the most comprehensive maritime complex spread across 227 hectares of man-made peninsula between Port Rashid and Dubai Dry Docks, and will be surrounded by the waters of the Arabian Gulf.
