El-Sherbiny stressed the importance of applying the highest
standards in the operation and maintenance of the district, in line with signed
protocols and agreements. He highlighted the need to comply with occupational
health and safety regulations and civil protection requirements to safeguard
the substantial investments made in the project. The minister noted that the
CBD is being implemented for the first time in Egypt and represents a major
milestone in the New Capital, stressing that its successful operation must meet
international standards.
The discussions also addressed the formation of dedicated
work teams and the provision of appropriate training prior to the operational
launch, with an emphasis on certified programs approved by relevant
authorities. The meeting further reviewed the district’s integrated electronic
systems for monitoring, control, and operations, which rely on advanced
technology to ensure efficient and secure management.
El-Sherbiny directed all relevant parties to accelerate the
completion of procedures and enhance coordination between the executing bodies
and the operator, in line with the project's scheduled delivery timeline.
The Central Business District features a diverse collection
of mixed-use towers designed for administrative, residential, commercial, and
service purposes. It includes ten towers allocated for office, administrative,
commercial, and service use, covering a total built-up area of 806,000 square
meters with building heights ranging from 80 to 175 meters. The district also
includes five residential towers comprising 1,700 fully finished units across a
combined area of 102,000 square meters with heights between 152 and 200 meters.
In addition, the Crescent Towers, which consist of four interconnected
buildings, offer hotel services, serviced apartments, public amenities, retail
spaces, and entertainment facilities rising to a height of 64 meters.
The most prominent structure in the CBD is the Iconic Tower,
the tallest building in Africa, standing at approximately 400 meters. The tower
houses a globally recognized hotel brand operating in Egypt and Africa for the
first time, alongside high-end administrative offices, serviced apartments, and
a wide-ranging commercial zone offering business, hospitality, and leisure
services. The tower consists of 40 floors of multi-use office space, 10 floors
of serviced apartments with 52 units, and 30 hotel floors containing 183 rooms.
The total built-up area of the tower reaches 266,000 square meters, making it a
landmark of Egypt’s ongoing urban transformation.