The world’s tallest hotel, Ciel, surpasses construction milestone

The world’s tallest hotel, Ciel, surpasses construction milestone

Dubai: Integrated global property developer, The First Group, can reveal the construction of its largest and most ambitious project to date, Ciel, has now reached its halfway point, with work on the megastructure continuing beyond its 52nd floor.

Ciel, which will be the world’s tallest hotel upon completion, is well on track to meet its scheduled completion date in the fourth quarter of 2023, with the grand opening scheduled for the first half of 2024.

Despite the broader challenges presented by Covid-19 to the construction sector over the past two years, work on Ciel has continued unabated throughout the pandemic, a feat that is testament to the commitment and dedication of the project’s design and construction teams.

Designed by award-winning architectural firm NORR, the 365-metre tall skyscraper is being built by The First Group’s chief development partner, China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC).

Recognised as the world’s second largest construction and engineering company by revenue, CRCC is bringing its globally renowned expertise in mega developments to building Ciel, which is set to become Dubai’s newest architectural icon.

When completed, Ciel will house more than 1,000 guestrooms and suites, as well as premium guest amenities and facilities, such as the Ciel Observatory & Lounge on the 81st