Dubai-based Nakheel has celebrated completion of the 3D printing process for Al Furjan Hills project, just 20 days after the start of construction operations.
The Planning and Development Department, Trakhees — the regulatory body of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), issued the first licence for construction using 3D printing technology for buildings to Nakheel for Al Furjan Hills project in December 2023.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, said: “At the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, we are committed to implementing Decree No. (24) of 2021, which regulates the use of 3D printing in the construction sector in Dubai. Through the implementation of this Decree, our objective is to drive economic growth, promote environmental sustainability and enhance urban development in Dubai by embracing innovative solutions. We also aim to strengthen Dubai's position as a global centre for construction, building and urban development through our collaborations with real estate developers, such as Nakheel.”
Bin Sulayem highlighted the role of Trakhees in promoting the use of 3D printing technology in construction projects in Dubai. The department has worked alongside several key entities to achieve this, he said. The integration of 3D printing technology represents a pivotal step towards fostering innovation, advanced technology, and a knowledge-based economy, in line with the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, he said.
Furthermore, Trakhees has been dedicated to issuing permits and ensuring regulatory compliance to support the emirate’s strategic target of ensuring that 25 per cent of its buildings are constructed using 3D printing technology by 2030, he added.
Trakhees will continue to work with relevant stakeholders to address technical aspects related to integrating 3D printing technology into the ‘Dubai Building Code’, he noted. This ensures that building designs comply with approved regulations and technical standards in Dubai, in line with the latest advancements in the construction field. The objective is to achieve seamless integration between modern technology and regulatory procedures, facilitating the implementation of construction projects using advanced techniques that adhere to global standards, he added.
