A compilation of all of XPRESS' stories on the construction work going on around Dubai - from T3 to the Metro to the Creek, the new bridges and the Burj Dubai.
BRIDGES
- Secrets Of The Floating Bridge
July 26, 2007
The floating bridge builders Clement Systems Gulf have revealed that the new 300-metre bridge floats on top of Dubai Creek thanks to concrete-encased blocks of polystyrene.
- Floating Bridge Opens In Dubai
July 16, 2007
Dubai threw open its newly-completed Dh154-million Floating Bridge last night in a splashy red-carpet soiree.
- Bridge Building
May 16, 2007
Crossing the creek is one of the most frustrating experiences for Dubai drivers, but a series of new bridges is set to double the capacity by next year. Here's your definitive guide to what’s in the pipeline.
BURJ DUBAI
- The World's Tallest Building
July 22, 2007
Today, the world has a new global landmark – the Burj Dubai. At 512.1m, the Burj Dubai – which is still under construction - has overtaken Taiwan’s Taipei 101.
- Burj Dubai Towering Over 101
July 16, 2007
This Saturday the Burj Dubai will officially become the world’s tallest structure, eclipsing the reigning champ, Taiwan's Taipei 101.
- Burj Dubai: Rising Safety Concerns
May 02, 2007
Under-construction skyscrapers came into focus after fires erupted in two towers in Dubai, killing two Asian workers. XPRESS takes a closer look at fire protection measures in Burj Dubai.
CREEK DEVELOPMENT
- Dubai Metro Plans: One More Creek
September 13, 2007
Fresh upon completing the Dubai Metro tunnel under the Dubai Creek, transport officials announced yesterday they will begin digging a second underwater tunnel by the end of the year.
- Metro Crosses The Creek
August 23, 2007
Deep beneath the fishes and sand-rock of Dubai Creek, one of Dubai’s crowning moments in history unfolded quietly with no public fanfare.
- New Creek, No Home
May 09, 2007
Residents are afraid the proposed expansion will not only get rid of their houses, but disrupt the peace and affect property prices.
METRO
- Dubai Metro Plans: One More Creek
September 13, 2007
Fresh upon completing the Dubai Metro tunnel under the Dubai Creek, transport officials announced yesterday they will begin digging a second underwater tunnel by the end of the year.
- Pedestrian Bridge To Be Torn Down
September 06, 2007
The only pedestrian bridge linking both sides of the Shaikh Zayed Road business district will be demolished to make way for the proposed Dh25.5-billion Dubai Metro, XPRESS has learnt.
- Metro's Rollercoaster Ride
September 06, 2007
Designers were told to make Dubai’s first railway a smooth ride but XPRESS predicts it could give commuters an adrenaline rush.
- Metro Crosses The Creek
August 23, 2007
Deep beneath the fishes and sand-rock of Dubai Creek, one of Dubai’s crowning moments in history unfolded quietly with no public fanfare.
- Metro: Purple Line Is Latest Addition
May 24, 2007
The longest driverless light mass transit system in the world, the proposed 76-kilometre Dubai Metro, just got longer by about 50km.
- Dubai Metro - Where It's At
March 22, 2007
There will be no drivers manning the emirate’s train system. Instead a computer-operated system will pilot the entire route.
MISCELLANEOUS
- Dh4.6bn Deal Signed For Meydan Racecourse
September 20, 2007
The multi-billion dirham Meydan horse racing development will be ready for the 2010 World Cup.
- Underwater Hydropolis Gets Competition
September 24, 2007
Dubai may lose the distinction of having the world’s first Hydropolis project.
- For Your Car Shopping Pleasure
August 29, 2007
Buying a second-hand car in Dubai is just about to get a lot easier. The long-waited annexe to the Used Car Complex (Auto Market) at Ras Al Khor, now nearing completion, will offer a one-stop-shop for customers to mechanically test, buy, register and insure a car within an hour.
- Dubai Zoo Loses New Land
August 22, 2007
The animals are still looking for a new nesting site after losing their proposed spot at Dubailand.
- Country Club Demolition Begins
August 15, 2007
Members of the Dubai Country Club (DCC) were in dismay as the first phase of the demolition of the club began on Tuesday.
- Dubai Motor City On The Rise
June 28, 2007
Dubai’s kart lovers who currently have to combat not just the tricky kerbs at the Dubai Autodrome but also the sweltering heat, will soon have their prayers answered thanks to the construction of the Emirate’s first-ever indoor karting track.
- Reshaping Dubai: 2050's New World
May 02, 2007
The emirate’s traffic woes may be a thing of the past when Dubai World Central is finished but that’s not until 2050.
- Dubai Airport's New T3
March 29, 2007
Terminal 3, the new home of Emirates Airlines, will allow travellers more time to shop and relax.
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
- Nakheel To Build 4,000 New Villas At Al Furjan
August 29, 2007
Nakheel, the developer behind the three Palm islands and The World, has announced a new village-style development in new Dubai, Al Furjan.
- The Man Who Owns Malaysia
August 22, 2007
Harshit Kantaria arrived in Dubai three years ago and has become a major player on the property market. Now he’s bought Malaysia and Sumatra on The World – and plans to buy 15 more.
- Jebel Ali Residents: A Year To Vacate
August 21, 2007
Jebel Ali Village is to be given a facelift after 30 years as part of Dubai’s strategic master plan.
- Madinat Al Arab: Work Begins
August 08, 2007
Work is set to begin on Madinat Al Arab, a waterfront development at the heart of the Jebel Ali makeover.
- Palm Jebel Ali: Full Steam Ahead
July 23, 2007
Palm Jebel Ali is progressing at full steam with 95 per cent of land reclamation already complete.
- See Dubai's Future Look Now
July 18, 2007
This is how Dubai's shoreline is expected to look from the sky once The World and the Palm Trilogy of man-made islands are complete.
ROADS, TRAFFIC AND TOLLS
- Emirates Road Expansion: Part One Complete
August 28, 2007
Work to extend the Emirates Road from three lanes to six lanes has been finished.
- Salik Causes Barsha Backlog
July 02, 2007
XPRESS readers say the streets of Al Barsha have been turned into "arterial roads" as Salik avoiders try to bypass the toll gate.
- Avoiding The Salik Road Toll
June 27, 2007
Five alternative (and cheaper) routes to get to Dubai Media City from Deira, Rashidiya and Sharjah.
- Double-Deckers And Bendy Buses For Dubai
April 04, 2007
The Roads and Traffic Authority is doubling its bus fleet to 1,200 by January 2009 in a Dh1.9 billion deal to slash traffic congestion, roads officials said yesterday.
- Decongesting Traffic: Toll Tales
May 02, 2007
Are you prepared to pay Dh6,336 a year for driving through Dubai? We tell you everything you need to know about the Salik charges.
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