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2/27/24, 10:28 AM Work on restoration of 2.1-km Deira pier under way
Work on restoration of 2.1-

km Deira pier under way

DUBAI, 22 hours, 10 minutes ago
Dubai Municipality has begun
implementing a key project for the
reconstruction and rehabilitation
of the supporting walls along the
Deira side of Dubai Creek.

It is aimed at enhancing the
effectiveness of the creek’s
retaining walls by upgrading the
dock, reconstructing sections that
have been damaged and
dilapidated over the past 50
years, and preventing potential
flooding during harsh weather
conditions.

The AED112 million ($30.4 million) project is being implemented in two phases, with the first one
involving the restoration of a 2.1 km stretch along the Deira side of Dubai Creek.

Dubai Municipality said the site will be divided into multiple sections, and each segment will be
sequentially patterned to ensure uninterrupted docking traffic. The second phase will cover a 2.3 km
length on the Bur Dubai side.

The project's 14-month timeline includes the restoration of the 2.1 km Deira pier, which involves
replacement and the rehabilitation of damaged sections of the concrete wall, reaching a depth of 8
meters and increasing its height to 3 meters. These improvements aim to ensure the safe docking of
ships in the area.

By initiating this project, the Municipality aims to enhance services and facilities for safe docking and
navigation, which will be ensured through the provision of 200 anchors across the dock. The entire
work will be completed within a 14-month period.

"The project highlights Dubai Municipality’s commitment to transforming the emirate into a more
attractive and innovative city by enhancing various elements and services it offers through the
strategic and sustainable development of all coastal facilities and infrastructure," remarked its
Director-General Dawoud Al Hajri.

"The project is set to improve security and safety measures for maritime traffic and commercial
operations within Dubai Creek, he noted.

As a significant symbol of the city’s growth, Dubai Creek serves as a vibrant artery at the heart of
Dubai. Facilitating the passage of over 13,000 ships annually, it plays a key role in fostering the
economic and social prosperity of the emirate.

"We have implemented several measures to mitigate the risks posed by climate change and rising
sea levels, closely monitoring changes on both sides of the creek. Furthermore, we have conducted
technical studies to devise construction designs that can enhance the efficiency of the marine docks
on both banks, said Al Hajri.
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