Burj Dubai sets record with 120 storeys

Dubai, Apr 8 (UNI) The iconic Burj Dubai, already the tallest structure in West Asia and Europe, has set a new global record for having 120 floors, more than any other building in the world.

Currently at 120 storeys and 422.5 metres high, the building, developed by Emaar Properties, is also one of the five tallest structures in the world.

In terms of height, the tower is now taller than the Empire State Building (381 metres) in New York City and the John Hancock Centre (344 metres) in Chicago, two of only five completed buildings in the world that have 100 storeys or more.

So far 304,800 cubic metres of reinforced concrete and 59,200 tonnes of reinforcing steel have been used in the construction of Burj Dubai.

''Burj Dubai is setting a new record with every passing day in terms of height and the number of storeys,'' said Mohamed Ali Alabbar, Chairman, Emaar Properties.

''This is the accomplishment of teamwork, with the world's best in engineering, construction and design services working together to create a new landmark not only for the UAE, but for the world,''he said.

UNI