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***Parisian Girl*** · December 31st, 2009, 06:48 PM

I see you've left your mark on BD Imre. And teddy doesn't even look phased at all.

Happy New Year all!!

ReiAyanami · December 31st, 2009, 07:03 PM

Great job Imre!!!!!

Emarati2009 · December 31st, 2009, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by christos-greece

How many hours left in Dubai to enter in 2010?

one hour and half

El Quijotillo · December 31st, 2009, 08:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Imre

Seeing this pic, I'm not sure if they will finish all the job in the entrance of the tower for Monday.

travelbug · December 31st, 2009, 08:13 PM

The fireworks which will be used at the ceremony are said to be the first of their kind.

Well to be fair they could have one guy standing on top with a single firework and it would be a safe bet that had never been seen before what with it being a world record breaking building!

crazywolfgang · December 31st, 2009, 08:35 PM

You Rock Imre! This is REAL COOL standing on top with the Teddy

jowmatrix · December 31st, 2009, 08:35 PM

Amazing pics! Great way to end a year!

sam777 · December 31st, 2009, 08:56 PM

The opening of Burj Dubai will be live in Dubai TV and Dubai one TV starting from 15:30 to 21:00 UAE time
11:30 to 17:00 GMT

Dubai one TV

Dubai TV

stefan040780 · December 31st, 2009, 09:02 PM

Happy New Year Dubai!

roro987 · December 31st, 2009, 09:03 PM

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO DUBAI!!!!

/-/_E_C_T_O_R 8§8 · December 31st, 2009, 09:48 PM

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!
HAPPY NEW YEAR UNITED ARAB EMIRATES!!!
HAPPY NEW YEAR DUBAI!!!

mrnu · December 31st, 2009, 10:22 PM

HAPPY NEW YEAR DUBAI!!! FROM DOMINICAN REPUBLIC!!
FELIZ ANO NUEVO DUBAI!!! DESDE REPUBLICA DOMINICANA!!!

giovani kun · December 31st, 2009, 11:53 PM

Shouldn't the title be changed to "Com" - completed after January the 4th ???

DG · January 1st, 2010, 12:24 AM

Happy New Year Dubai

there were only fountain display at Burj Dubai's NYE celebrations, but Burj Al Arab got all the credit as usual.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYxw1K7qMcI

***Parisian Girl*** · January 1st, 2010, 12:24 AM

Height of security at launch

Police said strict surveillance will not be a deterrent to enjoy show

* by Zaher Bitar, Staff Reporter
* Published: 00:00 January 1, 2010

Dubai : Tight security around the opening ceremony for Burj Dubai will not prevent the public from enjoying the spectacle, a top security officer told Gulf News.

From a control room in the world's tallest free-standing building, up to 40 surveillance cameras will monitor the surrounding area, where special force teams and snipers will be deployed in case of an emergency. In addition, around 900 plainclothes police will be providing security to the important guests and public attending the ceremony.

Major General Mohammad Eid Al Mansouri, Director of the General Department of Protective Security and Emergency Department at Dubai Police, said: "Our highly trained security teams are stationed in and around the locations and will be on standby for the worst-case scenario.

"I am very proud to be part of securing the opening event of one of the legendary projects in the world, running on January 4 which coincides with the fourth anniversary of accession day of His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Ruler of Dubai."

A number of state authorities involved in providing safety and security for the event have been meeting and co-ordinating their plans for the past month.

"Our ultimate task is to safeguard lives and protect assets. A big police team is required to be on duty at the time of the opening, while another huge security team will be on standby ready for deployment on short notice," Al Mansouri said.

Monitored

Police officers will be stationed inside and outside Burj Dubai, in a safety zone, while the Old Town area and Dubai Mall will be monitored by surveillance cameras.

The cameras are connected directly to control room and record activities around the clock.

While the police will be plainclothes, traffic officers will be in uniform and stationed on the roads and in parking areas to keep vehicles moving smoothly.

Only the expected 6,000 invited guests will have access to the ceremony at the Burj, through two gates — The Burj and Dubai Mall.

Everyone who has an access to the event, Al Mansouri added: "Will be strictly inspected by our police officers with x-ray and scanning machines."

Al Mansouri advised that: "The public will be able to watch the opening show from any point around the Burj — Dubai Mall, Souk Al Bahar, Old Town — as there will be no block at any entrance points."

There will be four parking areas with space for 7,200 vehicles, the biggest of which is the Dubai Mall parking which can accommodate 5,000 cars. The remaining three are located around the Burj area.

The opening ceremony will be held on Burj Island, which is in the park in front of Burj Dubai.

The event will include the screening of a documentary film about Dubai and the Burj on a giant screen, fireworks, a sound and light show and a parachute display.

Full view

The public will be able to view the ceremony, but only Shaikh Mohammad and his entourage will tour inside the Burj.

The gates will be open to guests from 4 to 8pm, when the ceremony, which is expected to last for two hours, will begin.

A good number of celebrities and VIPs are expected. Al Mansouri, said: "Female and male agents are in our security team. The job of female police is inspection but they are also required to protect female VIPs at the event."

There are plans to evacuate guests and foil attacks on VIP's, based on the situation on the ground.

However, he added: "Dubai is a safe city and we don't expect any terrorist attacks or riots. Moreover, I have enough confidence in our agents; they are experts in rescue, arrest and typical hostage-rescue mission..."

Opening Programme

Gates opened for public at 4pm and close for the entrance of Shaikh Mohammad at 8pm.

Access to the ceremony is only for the 6,000 invited guests.

Ceremony starts with a documentary about Dubai.

Shaikh Mohammad formally inaugurates the Burj.

Fireworks display

Light and sound show

Display by six parachutists

Four parking areas are available for 7,200 vehicles

http://gulfnews.com/business/propert...aunch-1.560522

Well, we've got everything from parachutists to SNIPERS! Looks like it's gonna be one hell of a party alright!

jorge antar · January 1st, 2010, 01:41 AM

Happy New Year to all......

***Parisian Girl*** · January 1st, 2010, 02:07 AM

Burj smashes lift records http://www.hoteliermiddleeast.com/ar...-lift-records/

antovador · January 1st, 2010, 03:11 AM

2010 : New decade, New marvel, happy new year Dubai and all forumers from Spain.

Fury · January 1st, 2010, 04:14 AM

Hi all.

Happy New Year all.

Still over 4 hours to go here ...

Hi Imre.

Well holy f*** !!
You are a lucky man.
I will get many rags ready for tomorrow - screen and keyboard will need to be wiped off repeatedly I'm sure.

I do have some initial questions while it is fresh in your mind.
What was the exact route you took to the top ?
Did you take the pega lift to section 18B as your highest elevator ?
Were there stairs after that up to a certain section ? What section ?
At what section did you enter the pinnacle pipe ? Were there some ladders before that ?

So the opening will be in stages as I figured in yesterdays post.
The Armani residences in Feb
The Armani Hotel in March.
The Hotel residences, Residences, Luxury residences, and Boutique offices beginning in March and taking from 2 to 6 months.
Finally we have some reasonable dates to go by.

Imre · January 1st, 2010, 04:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fury

I do have some initial questions while it is fresh in your mind.
What was the exact route you took to the top ?
Did you take the pega lift to section 18B as your highest elevator ?
Were there stairs after that up to a certain section ? What section ?
At what section did you enter the pinnacle pipe ? Were there some ladders before that ?

Happy New Year Fury and ALL!

Could you post the draw of the last sections? (from the level 160 would be great)

I can answer better if I see the details

December 31st, 2009, 06:48 PM	#23301
*Parisian Girl* MONACO _ Côte d'Azur Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: PARIS - Monte Carlo - London Posts: 17,261 Likes (Received): 1016	I see you've left your mark on BD Imre. And teddy doesn't even look phased at all. Happy New Year all!! __________________ Je m'appelle Paris

December 31st, 2009, 08:35 PM	#23307
jowmatrix This is... Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: São Paulo Posts: 364 Likes (Received): 0	Amazing pics! Great way to end a year! __________________ Just taking a look

December 31st, 2009, 09:48 PM	#23311
/-/_E_C_T_O_R 8§8 SSC Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Mexico Posts: 616 Likes (Received): 32	HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR UNITED ARAB EMIRATES!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR DUBAI!!! __________________ UN EDIFICIO ES ARTE, ARTE ES INGENIO, INGENIO ES CREATIVIDAD

January 1st, 2010, 12:24 AM	#23315
*Parisian Girl* MONACO _ Côte d'Azur Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: PARIS - Monte Carlo - London Posts: 17,261 Likes (Received): 1016	Height of security at launch Police said strict surveillance will not be a deterrent to enjoy show * by Zaher Bitar, Staff Reporter * Published: 00:00 January 1, 2010 Dubai : Tight security around the opening ceremony for Burj Dubai will not prevent the public from enjoying the spectacle, a top security officer told Gulf News. From a control room in the world's tallest free-standing building, up to 40 surveillance cameras will monitor the surrounding area, where special force teams and snipers will be deployed in case of an emergency. In addition, around 900 plainclothes police will be providing security to the important guests and public attending the ceremony. Major General Mohammad Eid Al Mansouri, Director of the General Department of Protective Security and Emergency Department at Dubai Police, said: "Our highly trained security teams are stationed in and around the locations and will be on standby for the worst-case scenario. "I am very proud to be part of securing the opening event of one of the legendary projects in the world, running on January 4 which coincides with the fourth anniversary of accession day of His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Ruler of Dubai." A number of state authorities involved in providing safety and security for the event have been meeting and co-ordinating their plans for the past month. "Our ultimate task is to safeguard lives and protect assets. A big police team is required to be on duty at the time of the opening, while another huge security team will be on standby ready for deployment on short notice," Al Mansouri said. Monitored Police officers will be stationed inside and outside Burj Dubai, in a safety zone, while the Old Town area and Dubai Mall will be monitored by surveillance cameras. The cameras are connected directly to control room and record activities around the clock. While the police will be plainclothes, traffic officers will be in uniform and stationed on the roads and in parking areas to keep vehicles moving smoothly. Only the expected 6,000 invited guests will have access to the ceremony at the Burj, through two gates — The Burj and Dubai Mall. Everyone who has an access to the event, Al Mansouri added: "Will be strictly inspected by our police officers with x-ray and scanning machines." Al Mansouri advised that: "The public will be able to watch the opening show from any point around the Burj — Dubai Mall, Souk Al Bahar, Old Town — as there will be no block at any entrance points." There will be four parking areas with space for 7,200 vehicles, the biggest of which is the Dubai Mall parking which can accommodate 5,000 cars. The remaining three are located around the Burj area. The opening ceremony will be held on Burj Island, which is in the park in front of Burj Dubai. The event will include the screening of a documentary film about Dubai and the Burj on a giant screen, fireworks, a sound and light show and a parachute display. Full view The public will be able to view the ceremony, but only Shaikh Mohammad and his entourage will tour inside the Burj. The gates will be open to guests from 4 to 8pm, when the ceremony, which is expected to last for two hours, will begin. A good number of celebrities and VIPs are expected. Al Mansouri, said: "Female and male agents are in our security team. The job of female police is inspection but they are also required to protect female VIPs at the event." There are plans to evacuate guests and foil attacks on VIP's, based on the situation on the ground. However, he added: "Dubai is a safe city and we don't expect any terrorist attacks or riots. Moreover, I have enough confidence in our agents; they are experts in rescue, arrest and typical hostage-rescue mission..." Opening Programme Gates opened for public at 4pm and close for the entrance of Shaikh Mohammad at 8pm. Access to the ceremony is only for the 6,000 invited guests. Ceremony starts with a documentary about Dubai. Shaikh Mohammad formally inaugurates the Burj. Fireworks display Light and sound show Display by six parachutists Four parking areas are available for 7,200 vehicles http://gulfnews.com/business/propert...aunch-1.560522 Well, we've got everything from parachutists to SNIPERS! Looks like it's gonna be one hell of a party alright! __________________ Je m'appelle Paris

January 1st, 2010, 02:07 AM	#23317
*Parisian Girl* MONACO _ Côte d'Azur Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: PARIS - Monte Carlo - London Posts: 17,261 Likes (Received): 1016	Burj smashes lift records http://www.hoteliermiddleeast.com/ar...-lift-records/ __________________ Je m'appelle Paris

December 31st, 2009, 07:03 PM	#23302
ReiAyanami BANNED Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 2,394 Likes (Received): 2	Great job Imre!!!!!

December 31st, 2009, 08:13 PM	#23305
travelbug Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 18,960 Likes (Received): 0	The fireworks which will be used at the ceremony are said to be the first of their kind. Well to be fair they could have one guy standing on top with a single firework and it would be a safe bet that had never been seen before what with it being a world record breaking building!

December 31st, 2009, 08:35 PM	#23306
crazywolfgang Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 34 Likes (Received): 0	You Rock Imre! This is REAL COOL standing on top with the Teddy

December 31st, 2009, 08:56 PM	#23308
sam777 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 10 Likes (Received): 0	The opening of Burj Dubai will be live in Dubai TV and Dubai one TV starting from 15:30 to 21:00 UAE time 11:30 to 17:00 GMT Dubai one TV Dubai TV

December 31st, 2009, 09:02 PM	#23309
stefan040780 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Aachen Posts: 91 Likes (Received): 0	Happy New Year Dubai!

December 31st, 2009, 09:03 PM	#23310
roro987 BANNED Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San José, Costa Rica Posts: 1,400 Likes (Received): 0	HAPPY NEW YEAR TO DUBAI!!!!

December 31st, 2009, 10:22 PM	#23312
mrnu Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 94 Likes (Received): 0	HAPPY NEW YEAR DUBAI!!! FROM DOMINICAN REPUBLIC!! FELIZ ANO NUEVO DUBAI!!! DESDE REPUBLICA DOMINICANA!!!

December 31st, 2009, 11:53 PM	#23313
giovani kun ====(^.^)==== Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: 世界　に Posts: 2,728 Likes (Received): 1	Shouldn't the title be changed to "Com" - completed after January the 4th ???

January 1st, 2010, 12:24 AM	#23314
DG Emirian Lady Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Dubai/Paris Posts: 1,218 Likes (Received): 0	Happy New Year Dubai there were only fountain display at Burj Dubai's NYE celebrations, but Burj Al Arab got all the credit as usual. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYxw1K7qMcI

January 1st, 2010, 01:41 AM	#23316
jorge antar Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 244 Likes (Received): 27	Happy New Year to all......

January 1st, 2010, 03:11 AM	#23318
antovador space wanderer Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Trantor Posts: 1,020 Likes (Received): 0	2010 : New decade, New marvel, happy new year Dubai and all forumers from Spain. __________________ Como la leyenda del fénix, todo termina con comienzos Like the legend of the phoenix, all ends with beginnings

January 1st, 2010, 04:14 AM	#23319
Fury Proudly Canadian Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,984 Likes (Received): 16	Hi all. Happy New Year all. Still over 4 hours to go here ... Hi Imre. Well holy f*** !! You are a lucky man. I will get many rags ready for tomorrow - screen and keyboard will need to be wiped off repeatedly I'm sure. I do have some initial questions while it is fresh in your mind. What was the exact route you took to the top ? Did you take the pega lift to section 18B as your highest elevator ? Were there stairs after that up to a certain section ? What section ? At what section did you enter the pinnacle pipe ? Were there some ladders before that ? So the opening will be in stages as I figured in yesterdays post. The Armani residences in Feb The Armani Hotel in March. The Hotel residences, Residences, Luxury residences, and Boutique offices beginning in March and taking from 2 to 6 months. Finally we have some reasonable dates to go by. __________________ Burj Khalifa - The Greatest Structure of our Time !!

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