Glass cladding for two-tower project on Sheikh Zayed Road
Elegant cladding set to be an architectural first
Dubai, UAE; October 7, 2007: Multiforms, architectural façade specialists and a subsidiary of Emaar Industries & Investments, has won a contract worth AED 175 million from leading contracting company Arabtec for the supply and installation of the external cladding for Tiara United, a first-of-its-kind two-tower project on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai.
Multiforms will create four uniquely colored zones that blend into one another as the building ascends in imitation of the light spectrum. The façade work will also have an organic feel to it, similar to the veins on a leaf.
"Undertaking the cladding work of a tower of this nature is a rare honour and we are privileged to be part of this prestigious operation. Tiara United will be an exceptional addition to Dubai's already vibrant skyline and Multiforms is pleased to play a leading role in achieving this purpose," said Firas Al Rifai, Managing Director, Multiforms.
The glass cladding for the buildings, which is set to be complete in 2010, will cover over 45,000 square meters. The twin towers are slated for commercial use and will rise up to 61 floors, affording an additional 350,000 sq feet of office space.
"Tiara United is a truly unique development, and the multi-colored façade work will ensure that the two towers earn their rightful place among Dubai's most eye-catching structures. We have chosen Multiforms to provide the unique façade work because such iconic developments require reliable and world-class partnerships," said Riad Kamal, Managing Director, Arabtec Construction PJSC.
Multiforms, a wholly owned subsidiary of Emaar Industries & Investments, was formed in 1997 to meet market demand for specialized façade work. It is the region's largest UPVC and architectural aluminum façade supply-and-installation company.
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About Multiforms:
Multiforms was established in 1997 in Dubai as a specialist in aluminium and UPVC fabrication and installation. Multiforms is increasingly prominent as a manufacturer and supplier of custom aluminum windows, doors, curtain walling, cladding and an extensive range of advanced architectural materials. In the rapidly growing Middle East market, particularly the United Arab Emirates, the company achieved substantial growth to become one of the largest UPVC supply and installation companies. Regionally, the company is currently expanding, diversifying, setting trends, and raising quality standards to serve its customers' needs and requirements.
About Emaar Industries & Investments:
Emaar Industries & Investments (EII), a member of Emaar Properties PJSC, is a private joint stock company established in August 2005, to capitalise on the growth prospects of the Middle East and North Africa and South Asian manufacturing sector as a strategic investor and partner. EII strengthens industries by investing in existing businesses and establishing joint ventures with leading establishments. Since inception, the company has succeeded in creating an impressive brand that inspires confidence in investors.
EII is dedicated to investing in sustainable companies and projects that are economically beneficial and commercially sound. EII is focused on maximising its subsidiaries' long-term value, exposing them to industrial best practices, improving corporate governance, providing a solid and flexible capital base and ensuring sustainable cash flow.
EII focuses on exploiting the potential of the fastest growing sectors in the region, including building materials, FMCG, healthcare, metals, engineering industries including equipments & machineries, electronics & electrical equipment, and chemicals & petrochemical products. For more details, visit our website: www.eii.ae
For further information, please contact:
Shermin Mheidly
Senior Associate,
Corporate Communications
Emaar Industries & Investments (Pvt) JSC
Direct Tel: (+971 4) 427 4868;
Fax: (+971 4) 427 4891
Email: smheidly@eii.ae
Kelly Home / Nivine William
ASDA'A Public Relations
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Tel: (+971 4) 335 5969;
Fax: (+971 4) 335 6080
Email: k.home@asdaa.com, n.william@asdaa.com
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