International Foundation Group completes shoring and piling works on AED 200 million CBC Tower

The completion of the initial foundation works in record time follows the awarding of a contract to the International Foundation Group (IFG) in April earlier this year. AAKAR was one of the first developers to commence construction in the Business Bay and is currently on track to become one of the first to deliver a project in the development.

The completion of the shoring and piling works including the guide wall, contiguous pile wall, temporary shoring, anchors, capping beam, excavation and dewatering works, has been made possible due to the expertise of the IFG team and state-of-the-art equipment in use at the site.

IFG appointed a team of industry professionals comprising of site managers, project engineers and supervisors to ensure the completion of the first phase as per the schedule set by Cansult, the design and project management consultants for the project. Further, IFG has also employed the latest technical drilling rigs, cranes, casings, and drilling tools that not only offer excellent performance levels, but also guarantee safety of personnel and equipment during operation.

"We were among the first developers to buy into the Business Bay concept when we launched the Canada Business Centre in 2006. We are totally satisfied with the progress of the tower till date, and with each stage of the construction, we can see ourselves getting closer to our dream of delivering a business tower that will remain unmatched in several respects. Moreover, our partnership with industry leaders such as Cansult & IFG will ensure that the project is completed and delivered on schedule in 2008,"

said Yadvinder Singh, CEO/ President of AAKAR Developers.

Registered in 2003, International Foundation Group is one of the leading companies in the field of specialist geotechnical and foundation engineering, and offers services ranging from preliminary assessment of Geotechnical works, conceptual and detail design, to the actual construction of the works. The company's various projects include Damac Properties' projects such as Smart Heights, Business Tower, and Emirates Garden (1), Prime tower by Sidra Group, International Tower and Multistorey Carpark by first Capital Investment holding, in addition to major projects in Dubai.

"Canada Business Centre marked AAKAR's foray into the Middle East and we were keen to play a part in this project by ensuring completion of construction works on time to ensure timely delivery. With our extensive knowledge and expertise in handling luxurious property developments, we have been able to ensure the highest quality and safety standards for this project," said Dr. Khalil Charif, Managing Partner, International Foundation Group.

Canada Business Centre Tower offers occupants work and lifestyle spaces with its 19 floors of offices in addition to 7,500 sq. ft. of retail space, fitness amenities (gymnasium, steam room, rooftop pool, Jacuzzi), food courts, shopping boulevard and six-level parking. The commercial tower also boasts of state-of-the-art conference rooms and business facilities. CBC Tower has an enviable central location in the Business Bay and is adjacent to Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building, providing panoramic views to 95 per cent of its offices.