Azizi Developments, a leading private real estate developer in the UAE, has awarded an AED 1.1 billion structural steel construction contract for its Burj Azizi project to the internationally renowned Eversendai Corporation Berhad.

The agreement was formally concluded between Mirwais Azizi, Chairman of Azizi Developments, and Tan Sri A.K. Nathan, Founder, Executive Chairman, and Group Managing Director of Eversendai Corporation Berhad.

Burj Azizi is planned as a mixed-use skyscraper in Dubai. Envisioned to become the second tallest tower in the world, the structure is set to be a significant addition to the emirate’s skyline.

Mr. Mirwais Azizi, Chairman of Azizi Developments, stated: “Partnering with Eversendai is a step forward in the construction of Burj Azizi. Their track record in delivering complex, large-scale steel structures globally provides us with confidence in their capability to execute this project to required standards of quality and safety.”

Mr. Tan Sri A.K. Nathan, Founder, Executive Chairman, and Group Managing Director of Eversendai, added: “We are pleased to be entrusted with the structural steel works for Burj Azizi. Eversendai has a history of executing technically challenging structures, and we are committed to deploying our engineering expertise to facilitate the delivery of this tower.”

Eversendai Corporation Berhad specializes in structural steel turnkey contracting, power plant construction, and high-rise visual developments. The group has operations across the Middle East, Asia, and India.