Steel Guru : Aldar announces completion of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Aldar Properties announced that the completion of the external structure of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi.

Located on Yas Island, Aldar's brand new Retail, Leisure and Entertainment destination and host venue for the inaugural Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is set to be the world's largest indoor theme park and the first ever Ferrari theme park in the world when it opens in 2010.

The iconic sleek red roof directly inspired by the classic double curve side profile of the Ferrari GT body covers a surface area of 200,000 square meters and features the largest Scuderia Ferrari prancing horse emblem in the world, measuring 66 meters in diameter. 35,000 tonnes cubic meters of concrete, 12,370 tonnes of steel, 29,000 square meters of facade glazing and 165,000 square of roof cladding were used to create the park's superstructure which was completed in 14 months. Over 4,500 workers have been involved in this major construction project on a daily basis.

A JV management construction company owned by Aldar and Besix, the largest Belgian construction group is responsible for the management of the project, whilst UK firm Benoy is the architect and lead consultant.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will be operated by Farah Leisure Park Management LLC a JV between Aldar and ProFun Management Group.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will be an intense multi sensory experience and a must visit venue for enthusiasts, fans and families. It pays tribute to the passion, excellence, performance and technical innovation that Ferrari has established over the years and represents today. The Park will host over 20 state of the art attractions, each designed to bring to life a different part of the Ferrari story. This includes the world's fastest rollercoaster, traveling at speeds exceeding 200 kilometer per hour emulating the thrilling sensation of being in a Ferrari F1 car, the G-force experience that takes passengers on an adrenaline pumping ride up over 62 meters through the roof and back down again, as well as an aerial voyage over Italy, following a Ferrari. The unique experiences offered at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will be complemented by a wide variety of Italian delicacies and unique shopping experiences.

Mr Piero Ferrari vice chairman of Ferrari Spa added that "With the inaugural Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix just days away, this milestone is a fantastic demonstration of the blossoming relationship between Abu Dhabi and Ferrari. Abu Dhabi's involvement with Ferrari is emblematic of our collective commitment to quality and tradition linked with innovation and vision."