Union Properties (UP) on Wednesday reached a milestone at a “topping out ceremony” by finishing the last remaining structural concrete slab on area one of the two construction areas of Uptown MotorCity, which has been contracted to Al Naboodah Laing O’Rourke.

Located on Emirates Road, the development is a component of UP’s unique MotorCity project that includes the Dubai Autodrome, F1X Dubai, Business Park MotorCity and Green Community MotorCity.

"Looking at the entire MotorCity site from the top of Uptown MotorCity is a reflection of the timely progression of the construction of the project that is racing towards completion in 2009," said Simon E. Azzam, chief executive officer, UP.

“The time, talent and coordination that go into constructing a project of this magnitude is truly remarkable and all parties involved have shown real dedication in construction and management of MotorCity, while placing high importance on safety for those working on the project,” he noted.

Ben Nicol, Al Naboodah Laing O’Rourke Project Leader said, “It is always a momentous occasion to complete the structure on any project, and reaching this milestone at MotorCity Area 1 ahead of schedule is testimony to the efforts of the entire project team."

"This is a clear demonstration of what can be achieved when a Client adopts a collaborative teamworking type approach and involves a contractor early into the procurement process," he added.

Uptown MotorCity is a freehold master-planned neighbourhood with amenities, schools, swimming pools, park areas, play areas, sports facilities and retail outlets. This component of  MotorCity features a variety of studios, one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom apartments.-TradeArabia News Service