Established in 1975 as a joint venture between Easa Saleh Al Gurg and Fosroc International, Al Gurg Fosroc was the first construction chemicals company to establish a manufacturing base in the region.

Geipel Decken-und Profilsysteme, one of Europe's largest manufacturers of suspended metal ceilings, says the Al Gurg Tower is a striking addition to its list of international project references.

The Al Gurg Tower, a new18-storey landmark in Dubai, is set for a final handover to the client this September. Finishing works are currently under way on the uppermost levels of the tower which comprises a retail podium, 13 floors of leasable office space and four executives office levels as well as a four-level basement.

Taywood Engineering Limited undertook a range of tests to ensure the weathertightness of the curtainwalling at the Al Gurg Tower. A test rig was installed to subject the samples to constant air flows and water pressures using a wind generator and water spray system during dynamic testing.

Brian Mee and Robert Kidd, project manager and project architect respectively at NORR Group, the consultant on the project, provides an insight into the various design aspects that were addressed in creating this landmark.

The scaffolding & formwork division of Al-Futtaim Engineering, a fully-accredited ISO 9001 company, has a proven track record in providing access to construction, industrial and petrochemical projects throughout the Middle East.

Khansaheb Civil Engineering has been operating in Dubai and the UAE for more than 60 years and is associated with many of the country's prestigious building and civil engineering projects.

NORR Limited is a full-service architectural and engineering firm located in Toronto, Canada. With more than six decades of experience behind it, the firm specialises in high-quality commercial and institutional projects for leading corporations.