Damac Properties has awarded a Dh21 million ($5.71 million) contract to Abu Dhabi-based APCC, a leading piling company in the UAE, to conduct piling works on the 82-storey Ocean Heights development located within the upscale Dubai Marina.

The piling will reach a depth of 50 m, one of the deepest ever in the UAE. 
“After conducting a public tender over a three month period, we appointed the most qualified piling contractor to execute piling works. APCC has a proven track record within the emirates and we are confident that the company will deliver a job that is in line with its excellent reputation,” said Peter Riddoch, CEO of Damac Properties.
“Through piling, the foundation is laid to deliver an end product that is extremely solid, while sustaining any potential hazard,” Riddoch added.
Piling works are due to take place over a three-month period, after which Damac will appoint a main contractor to execute the construction of the luxurious residential development that is due to be delivered in 2008.
Oceans Heights is an 82-storey residential tower located at the beginning of Dubai Marina and directly overlooks the Palm Jumeirah. The estimated value of the building is $411 million and the tower will contain 600-plus luxury one, two and three bedroom apartments. Ocean Heights will provide 24-hour security, a dedicated concierge desk, professional housekeeping services and 700 parking spaces.
It was designed by award-winning architectural firm Aedas.