Burj Dubai Updates?

[Imre]

14/January/2010

Burj Khalifa , aka Burj Dubai, pics with the Teddy

[Imre]

Burj Khalifa , aka Burj Dubai

[mia]

A truly impressive construction, even for Dubai standards. I've heard some rumours that they spent their last money on raising that building, but I guess it was a good investment. Surely it's gonna attract new investors and enliven the Dubai property market. And even if it doesn't, it's enough to look at it to know it was worth all the money and effort - nothing can compete with Burj. Thanks for the great photos, Imre.

[Imre]

21/January/2010

Burj Khalifa (Burj Dubai)

[Imre]

21/January/2010

Burj Khalifa ,aka Burj Dubai

[metroXpress]

WOW, some fantastic photos here, thanks

[Imre]

Thanks

23/January/2010

Burj Khalifa, aka Burj Dubai

[AvatarMike]

Ugh, I gotta tell you, If the ESB was the "Christ" of all Skyscapers, this is the "Antichrist."

An ugly monster, ugh, well, it wouldn't be so bad had they made a better floor plan, wayyyyyyyy to much wasted space, they went all out for height with their money, just a sad, sick creation.

But I guess it is nice to just have one "Tallest" structure on Earth, instead of having one for each roof/Highest floor/Spire/antenna/tower.

They really should have kept Dubai in the name, People should never have towers named after them unless they earned it, and its would be more respectful to keep it named after the area

[phoenixboi08]

Originally Posted by AvatarMike

Ugh, I gotta tell you, If the ESB was the "Christ" of all Skyscapers, this is the "Antichrist."

An ugly monster, ugh, well, it wouldn't be so bad had they made a better floor plan, wayyyyyyyy to much wasted space, they went all out for height with their money, just a sad, sick creation.

But I guess it is nice to just have one "Tallest" structure on Earth, instead of having one for each roof/Highest floor/Spire/antenna/tower.

They really should have kept Dubai in the name, People should never have towers named after them unless they earned it, and its would be more respectful to keep it named after the area

Khalifa helped Dubai out with its debt...I think he deserved it. Especially since he really didn't have to do what he did. Besides, i don't think it's a waste of space. It's a pretty slim tower. A lot of it is going to be residential, hotel, etc...I'd say it's pretty well thought out. But that's my opinion. What do you think they should have done differently?

[Imre]

25/January/2010

Burj Khalifa , aka Burj Dubai

[Imre]

Burj Khalifa,Burj Dubai

[Imre]

01/February/2010

Burj Khalifa , aka Burj Dubai

[Imre]

07/February/2010

Burj Khalifa , aka Burj Dubai

Safety record board removed

[Imre]

08/February/2010

Burj Khalifa and the Swiss Teddy, aka Burj Dubai

[Imre]

08/February/2010

Burj Khalifa, aka Burj Dubai

[Imre]

Emaar Properties records 2009 annual net operating profit of AED 2.324 billion (US$ 633 million)




• Annual revenue stands at AED 8.413 billion (US$ 2.290 billion)
• Fourth quarter revenue reaches AED 2.984 billion (US$ 812 million); net operating profit stands at AED 923 million (US$ 251 million)
• Recent company highlights include inauguration of Burj Khalifa
• Creates over 12,500 jobs through mall, hospitality and healthcare subsidiaries
• Opens first medical centre and two new hotels in Dubai


Dubai, UAE; February 11, 2010: Highlighting its global footprint with the recent inauguration of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, Emaar Properties PJSC announced today its financial results for the 12 months ended December 31, 2009. Annual net operating profits for the period reached AED 2.324 billion (US$ 633 million), as compared to the restated net operating profits of AED 4.236 billion (US$ 1.153 billion) in 2008. Annual revenue for 2009 was AED 8.413 billion (US$ 2.290 billion) as compared to the restated revenue of AED 10.717 billion (US$ 2.918 billion) in 2008. The restatement of the 2008 profit and revenue relates to change in accounting method from percentage completion to completed contract method of revenue recognition in accordance with International Financial Reporting standards (IFRS).

Fourth-quarter 2009 net operating profits stood at AED 923 million (US$ 251 million), 41 per cent higher than the third-quarter net operating profit of AED 655 million (US$ 178 million) and 149 per cent higher than the fourth quarter 2008 net operating profit of AED 370 million (US$ 101 million). Revenues for the last three months of 2009 reached AED 2.984 billion (US$ 812 million), 53 per cent higher than third-quarter 2009 revenue of AED 1.948 billion (nearly US$ 530 million) and 94 per cent higher than the fourth quarter 2008 revenue of AED 1.535 billion (US$ 418 million).

Emaar has delivered approximately 3,100 units during 2009 as compared to 4,900 units in 2008. However, the revenues by Malls and Hospitality businesses increased significantly. The company implemented a number of customer oriented policies, which assisted in maintaining its Gross Profit Margins at 2008 levels. These policies also enabled customers to settle their obligations towards properties delivered, which is also positively reflected in the revenues of the Company.

Bigger pic (with Hasselblad H3D II-50 ) and full text here:

http://imresolt.blogspot.com/2010/02...09-annual.html

[Imre]

My Burj Khalifa's photos in the Octogon Magazin from Hungary



Inside 3 more pages about the Burj Khalifa.

http://www.octogon.hu/megjelent+az+o...+szama++2.html

[Infernal_Elf]

congratulations or getting your beautiful and amazing pictures in a magazine

[Imre]

Thanks

The Rt Hon Lord Mandelson tours At the Top, Burj Khalifa




Dubai, UAE; February 15, 2010: The Right Honourable Lord Peter Mandelson, UK’s First Secretary of State, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) and Lord President of the Council, toured At the Top, Burj Khalifa the world’s highest observatory deck with an outdoor terrace on Level 124 of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.

The Rt Hon Lord Mandelson was accompanied on the tour by Mr Abdulla Lahej, Executive Director, Dubai Project Management, Emaar Properties, the developer of Burj Khalifa.

The Rt Hon Lord Mandelson spent nearly 45 minutes At the Top, taking in the impressive views of Dubai from the towering heights. He was also briefed on the making of the tower, and enjoyed the At the Top journey that offered insights on Dubai’s heritage and Burj Khalifa’s towering position among global high-rises.

Mr Lahej said: “The Rt Hon. Lord Mandelson has been at the forefront of promoting global trade ties through multilateral partnerships in addition to being one of the ardent champions in fighting poverty and addressing the various challenges of the developing world.”

He added: “Burj Khalifa is a towering spectacle on what humanity can achieve through global collaboration, and we are privileged to host such a distinguished global leader on the tour of At the Top. His visit to Dubai and Burj Khalifa also has great symbolic value too highlighting the need for powerful partnerships and collaborative ventures in promoting global growth.”

More info:

http://imresolt.blogspot.com/2010/02...-top-burj.html

[Imre]

22/February/2010

Burj Khalifa, aka Burj Dubai