A Tornado is about to take Doha by storm
Tornado Tower has arrived A powerful force behind business in Doha
Qatar... the destination for business
Qatar, the destination for business Qatar has one of the world s fastest growing economies making it an ideal destination for business. This significant growth is expected to continue as the government is committed to invest in excess of US$ 130 billion in developments and infrastructure. Qatar is also set to become the largest supplier of liquid natural gas in 2008. This will result in a wide variety of revenue streams that new and existing businesses can take advantage of. Furthermore, Qatar has the highest per capita income in the world which currently stands at over US$ 70,000. In addition to a thriving economy, Qatar is conveniently positioned between Asia, the Far East and the West, with excellent working relationships that open up many financial services and trading opportunities.
West Bay... An exceptional address
West Bay, an exceptional address The iconic Tornado Tower is situated in West Bay the commercial hub of Doha. West Bay is the preferred headquarters for many blue chip companies, government ministries and a number of international oil and gas companies. It is also home to the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), which was established in 2005 to attract international financial institutions to Qatar. West Bay is a convenient location for business travellers with Doha International Airport easily accessible and premium hotels such as the Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons, Sheraton and the W Hotel within a few minutes driving distance. West Bay offers many excellent amenities for the business community. This includes the City Centre Mall, one of the largest and most popular shopping malls in Qatar and the new International Convention Centre. Scheduled to open in 2010, this new Convention Centre will provide a variety of business and conference facilities.
Doha Golf Club Ritz Carlton W Hotel North Road to Ras Laffan The Pearl QFC City Centre Mall International Convention Centre Ministry of Economy & Commerce Four Seasons Hotel THE TORNADO TOWER Sheraton Hotel City Centre Mall Four Seasons Hotel Majlis Al Tawoon St. THE TORNADO TOWER THE TORNADO TOWER Sheraton Hotel West Bay Corniche Corniche Museum of Islamic Art Diwan Emiri Doha International Airport
The tower...
Designed for enterprise The iconic 52 storey Tornado Tower will not only provide spectacular views of the city and Corniche, it also offers tenants an environment to meet the ever changing needs of today s business world. The tower incorporates highly flexible space with a choice of floors, ranging from 696 sqm to 2,001 sqm. Individually, or in combination, these floors can provide accommodation for occupiers of almost any size.
Floor plans The innovative, architectural design of Tornado Tower presents column free floor plates offering 360 panoramic views as well as flexible and efficient work space. 1 office per floor Sizes 696 sqm - 2001 sqm 3 offices per floor from 230 sqm
6 offices per floor from 120 sqm 10 offices per floor from 75 sqm
State-of-the-art business accommodation The entrance to Tornado Tower comprises an impressive double height lobby with security access barriers allowing 24/7 admission and a media belt broadcasting up-to-the minute business news. High speed lifts, travelling at 7.5 metres per second will direct tenants to the fastest lift for their destination in the tower. Approximately 1,700 car parking spaces, at a ratio of one space per 35 sq m of office accommodation, will ensure parking is never a problem. By night, the tower will become a spectacular light show. The external lighting system - designed by famous light artist Thomas Emde, can display up to 35,000 different light combinations - truly making Tornado Tower a beacon for success in Doha. LOBBIES
Facilities In the eye of the storm, Tornado Tower is not just an office, it is a place to entertain and relax. On the 28 th floor, the tower has a fine dining restaurant and lounge area with outstanding 360 degree views of Doha and the bay. This will provide a unique environment to entertain business colleagues, friends or family. On the 27 th floor, tenants will have exclusive access to a fully equipped gym to unwind and relax before, during or at the end of the day.
Specifications Tornado Tower has been designed to the very highest specifications and constructed to international safety and security standards. The tower has been fire rated to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) criteria by an independent party and offers the latest security systems including card access control and CCTV in addition to a visible security presence allowing access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Tenants will benefit from the following superior, Class A performance specifications: Flexible, column free floor plates 100 mm raised floor 2.8 metre finished floor to ceiling height Design criteria of one person per 15 sq m Two pipe fan coil air conditioning system An emergency escape helipad on the roof External advertising display Separate electricity sub metres per floor An NFPA (international fire safety standard) fire rating The latest building management systems (BMS) from Siemens 16 high speed latest technology, destination control, elevators from a renowned German supplier (ThyssenKrupp) travelling at 7.5 metres/second An additional services/goods lift travelling at 3.5 metres/second High quality finishes to the central areas including lobby, lift lobbies and WC s Ethernet Cabling is installed throughout the common parts of the building with connection facilities available to all tenants at each floor External building facade lighting system using LED technology Extensive security, monitoring and access control into the building and parking Additional TV monitors in the elevators for announcements and advertisements
The team The team helping to deliver Tornado Tower is made up of international companies providing the very highest standards in their respective areas. This team comprises: Developer - QIPCO Architects CICO/SIAT Project Manager Cansult Maunsell AECOM Main Contractor MIDMAC and Six Construct Structural Engineer CICO/SIAT and Mienhardt Singapore Building Management Systems Siemens Lift Systems - ThyssenKrupp Artistic Lighting - Thomas Emde Leasing and managing agents - DTZ
For all leasing enquiries please contact Mark Proudley Tel: +974 443 7602 Mobile: +974 584 8281 infoqatar@dtz.com