The inspection was attended by officials from the Ministry, the New Urban Communities Authority, and representatives of CSCEC, the Chinese company executing the project.
El-Sherbiny was briefed on construction progress, including facade works and other components of the Downtown Towers project, which is being implemented by CSCEC following the model of the Central Business District towers in the New Administrative Capital. The development includes five fully finished residential towers: one iconic tower standing at 250 meters (68 floors) with a total built-up area of 465,000 square meters, and four towers, each 200 meters high (56 floors), with a combined area of 320,000 square meters.
He ascended the iconic tower and inspected one of the residential units, directing that construction efforts be accelerated and all observations addressed promptly.
The Minister also inspected ongoing work on the Downtown Lagoon located between the towers currently under construction. The Lagoon features seven islands and is surrounded by a tourist promenade, cycling lanes, and electric vehicle paths. He initiated the trial filling of the Lagoon, which is the largest of 11 planned Lagoons within the project, covering an area of 15 acres. This marks the first Lagoon to undergo trial operation, testing its systems, engineering components, insulation, and equipment.
He emphasized the importance of completing the project on schedule, noting that it would enhance the value of surrounding land, attract more investment, and create additional job opportunities.