05 Feb 2012
(MENAFN) Qatari Diar halted construction works on Doha Convention Centre and Tower, over concerns that it could disrupt the air traffic in Doha, Arabian Business reported.
The 112-story tower, located in the West Bay Area, would be 551 meters long, the second tallest tower in the world, once completed. The tower will comprise of hotel facilities and apartments, in addition to retail spaces.
Diar stopped the project following the discovery that it would affect the takeoff and landing routes of aircraft from the current international airport.
CEO Mohammed bin Ali Al Hadfah said the problem will be resolved once the Doha International Airport had been inaugurated; the direction of flights would be changed.
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