Almas Tower (Almas meaning ‘diamond’ in Arabic) is a landmark building, purpose built to cater to the specific needs of the diamond industry. The 65-floor tower will be the focal point of DMCC’s development. With its dramatic glass design and spiraling theme situated on an island surrounded by water, the Almas Tower will be a unique addition to Dubai’s skyline. The Tower will house the regions only diamond exchange - the Dubai Diamond Exchange. This impressive building will also accommodate hi-tech security systems and secure vaulting facilities for its occupants. Office space in the tower will be available on a freehold option and the tower is due for completion by end of 2007. The Almas Tower will house every facet of the industry including trade, education, certification and technology. These core services will lead to the development of a valuable chain of integrated businesses in a modern environment, which facilitate the specific needs and promote complete growth of the industry sectors. The Tower will house state-of-the-art long and short-term vaulting facilities, including separate secure vaults for diamonds and bullion.

The tower also houses an international centre providing standard-setting training facilities offered by leading educational institutions, including the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), making the latest in technology and processes available to the local and regional market. In order to protect the transparency and legitimacy of jewellery businesses, the tower is also home to international laboratories offering appraisals and certification to ensure quality. A full service business centre will offer total office solutions for business professionals seeking both long and short-term office space in Dubai. The retail mall will occupy the ground and first floors with double volume atrium spaces and is designed to house restaurants, coffee shops, full service banks and retail outlets. From the outset, security considerations have been paramount in the planning of Almas Tower, with leading-edge systems designed into the fabric of the building with the aim of eliminating risk while remaining unobtrusive.

Building on Dubai’s strength as a safe and secure business destination, building security will be transparent, enabling tenants and visitors to enjoy an environment of comfort, safety and security. The latest hardware (including CCTV and PTZ cameras, electronic access control and intrusion detection technology) is complemented by the expert application of security management systems and well-trained personnel to ensure the highest level of security. The tower is fitted with an integral telephone/data network, with each office provided with independent Cat6 UTP horizontal cabling connected to a wall/ceiling mounted office consolidation point. Assuring easy access and ample parking space, the tower accommodates four levels of basement car parking serviced by four lifts to the main entrance lobby. The avoid the hassle of waiting for lifts, the tower is equipped with 22 passenger lifts designed to ensure that any floor within the building can be reached in less than 50 seconds. A dedicated loading and unloading area will also be serviced with a separate lift to all floors.