Hospitality developer RAK AMI Hotel has completed the installation of what is billed as the longest suspension bridge in the northern emirates. The bridge connects two buildings of the under construction Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island.
According to a statement, the suspension bridge is one of the stand-out features of the hotel that is being developed at a cost of $148m. The bridge is 36m-long, has been installed at a height of 44.2m and will boast eight hotel rooms. It is supported by four main trusses, each weighing 55 tonnes.
With intermediate beams and a composite floor deck, the bridge structure was assembled at the ground floor in two pieces comprising two trusses each, and lifted in place using a 650-tonne crawler crane. It was fabricated using 310 tonnes of structural steel, the statement explained.
RAK AMI Hotel stated that the project, from design to installation, was completed in around 65 days by over 55 professionals and skilled workers.
“The suspended bridge is designed to be one of the iconic features of the Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island that will not only add to the aesthetics of the project but also create an inspiring architectural marvel that delight visitors to Al Marjan Island. We are progressing with the construction of the hotel as per schedule, with an international team of professionals on-site. The suspended bridge will be a value-add for the hotel and support the emirate’s tourism sector,” said Marjan CEO Abdulla Al Abdooli.
The statement said that apart from serving as a connection point, the bridge will offer viewing points opening to spectacular views of Al Marjan Island.
“A unique engineering marvel, the bridge is expected to become a leading tourist landmark and add new economic value to Al Marjan Island and Ras Al Khaimah,” Abdooli remarked.
He added that the Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island will be delivered as planned by September 2021.
He concluded, “It will add 418 hotel keys, all with direct sea views. Guests can choose from large-sized family rooms, suites or 28 beachfront chalets with private pools and gardens.”