Azizi advances Burj Azizi with Kone partnership

Azizi Developments, a leading developer in the UAE, has partnered with Kone, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, to build and deliver the vertical mobility system for Burj Azizi, its 725-metre landmark development on Sheikh Zayed Road, which is set to become the world’s second-tallest tower.

The system will comprise 59 elevators and 15 escalators, with elevator speeds reaching up to 10 metres per second. The development will also feature some of the world’s longest continuous elevator journeys, spanning approximately 631.5 metres and connecting key destinations throughout the tower.

Farhad Azizi, Group CEO of Azizi Group, said, “Burj Azizi represents a defining moment in Dubai’s architectural history, a 725-metre monument to engineering audacity and human ambition. Kone’s unmatched legacy in supertall structures, paired with its record-breaking single-travel elevator technology, ensures that every journey within Burj Azizi is as seamless, sustainable and world-class as the tower itself. This partnership reflects our relentless pursuit of quality and excellence as we build an enduring legacy for the city we call home and the world at large.”

To support efficient movement across the development, Burj Azizi will incorporate Kone’s high-rise technologies, including an artificial intelligence-enabled Destination Control System that adapts elevator availability according to traffic demand. Simulations indicate approximately 60 percent shorter waiting times during peak traffic, while optimised elevator operations are also expected to help reduce unnecessary energy consumption.

The system will also utilise advanced high-rise solutions, including Kone UltraRope® technology and Kone MiniSpace™ elevators, designed to support reliable vertical travel across exceptional heights while optimising passenger capacity and space utilisation within the tower.

Hady Nemr, Managing Director of Kone UAE, said, “Projects such as Burj Azizi demonstrate how the role of vertical mobility extends far beyond moving people from one floor to another. In a multi-use development of this scale, efficient people flow is fundamental to the overall building experience. We are proud to support Azizi Developments with solutions designed to help residents, guests and visitors move smoothly, safely and efficiently throughout the tower.”

Rising 725 metres on Sheikh Zayed Road, Burj Azizi is set to become the world’s second-tallest tower and one of Dubai’s most distinctive mixed-use destinations. The development will bring together ultra-luxury residences, penthouses, a seven-star hotel, retail and entertainment offerings, alongside record-setting attractions, including the world’s highest observation deck, highest hotel lobby, highest nightclub and the world’s second-highest restaurant.

The agreement builds on the longstanding relationship between Azizi Developments and Kone, which already encompasses vertical mobility infrastructure across Azizi Venice, Azizi Riviera and other developments by Azizi in Dubai.

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