Sharjah Announces New Women-Only Tower in Kalba as Construction Projects Expand

Sharjah has announced another landmark development in Kalba, with a new women-only observation tower now under construction near the University of Kalba. The project joins a growing portfolio of construction projects in Sharjah, including waterfront developments, public facilities, roads, and recreational infrastructure.

On October 27, 2026, His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, confirmed that the tower's architectural design had been completed and foundation construction was already underway. The announcement reflects the emirate's continued investment in community infrastructure and urban development.

What Is the New Women-Only Tower Project in Kalba?

The tower will be built opposite the existing Kalba Clock Tower, near the University of Kalba, offering women a dedicated recreational space with panoramic views of the surrounding city.

The development will also feature a landscaped park, parking facilities, and a large, air-conditioned indoor hall equipped for recreational activities.

Its location has been carefully selected to maintain privacy for nearby residential properties while providing views towards Kalba Creek and the surrounding landscape.

For comparison, the existing Kalba Clock Tower, inaugurated in March 2022, stands 60 metres tall, comprises seven floors, and features two observation balconies. Its surrounding development includes 940 parking spaces and a 65.7-metre pedestrian tunnel.

However, the height, construction budget, contractor, and completion date for the new tower have not yet been disclosed.

What Heavy Equipment Is Needed to Construct Kalba's New Tower?

With foundation work already underway, the project highlights several construction activities typically involved in developing observation towers and their surrounding public facilities.

Although the machinery assigned to this project has not been announced, similar developments generally require the following equipment.

1. Excavators for Foundation and Underground Works

Crawler excavators are essential for foundation excavation, trenching, soil removal, and underground utility installation.

For example, the Kobelco SK380XDLC-10, a roughly 38-tonne-class excavator, is suited to demanding earthmoving applications. Smaller excavators may also be used for drainage trenches and utility connections around landscaped areas.

2. Mobile and Crawler Cranes for Structural Construction

As construction progresses vertically, cranes may be required to lift reinforcement cages, steel components, formwork, and other structural materials.

Depending on engineering requirements and site conditions, a Kobelco CKS1350 crane 135-tonne crawler crane could be considered for substantial lifting operations. Actual crane selection depends on load weight, lifting radius, ground conditions, and access restrictions.

3. Compactors and Loaders for Roads and Landscaping

Beyond the tower itself, building parking areas, pedestrian pathways, and landscaped spaces involves ground preparation and compaction.

Wheel loaders handle aggregates and backfill materials, while Redline by Dynapac soil rollers help achieve the required compaction for pavements and surrounding infrastructure.

These machines illustrate the types of equipment used in comparable projects, rather than confirmed equipment deployed at the Kalba tower site.

What Other Major Construction Projects Are Underway in Kalba?

The new tower is part of a wider development programme across Sharjah's eastern region.

Kalba Beach Reaches 75% Construction Completion

On October 26, 2026, the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) announced that the 700-metre Kalba Beach development had reached 75% completion, with construction expected to finish by December 2026.

The project includes 11 commercial units, restaurants, cafés, cycling paths, jogging tracks, sports facilities, and children's recreational areas.

Such waterfront construction typically involves excavators, wheel loaders, compactors, and lifting equipment, with additional environmental precautions required near sensitive coastal habitats.

Al Freish Lake: 51,200 m² of Development

Another significant project is Al Freish Lake, approved in September 2026.

The development covers approximately 51,200 square metres, with a planned water storage capacity of 28 million gallons and 200 visitor parking spaces.

Lake construction and associated landscaping can involve bulk earthmoving, grading, drainage installation, and material transportation, creating demand for heavy equipment such as excavators, articulated dump trucks, and bulldozers.

New Integrated Care City Along Khorfakkan Road

Sharjah has also approved a new integrated care complex featuring two elderly care homes, two physiotherapy buildings, two childcare facilities, a women's protection centre, landscaped gardens, a mosque, and 390 parking spaces.

Developing multiple buildings within one complex requires coordinated construction activities, from site preparation and foundations to structural lifting, paving, and utility networks.

How Is Heavy Equipment Supporting Sharjah's Infrastructure Development?

As Sharjah expands its public facilities and transport networks, dependable construction machinery remains essential for delivering projects efficiently.

Al Marwan Group is already contributing to the emirate's infrastructure development through projects such as the Sharjah Stormwater and Groundwater Main Line, which involves approximately 4.9 kilometres of pipe-jacking works at depths reaching 20 metres.

Road connectivity is another important component of urban expansion. Read more about Sharjah's new road projects and their role in improving the emirate's transportation network.

Beyond construction, machinery also contributes to infrastructure resilience. During severe weather, Al Marwan deployed equipment to support Sharjah during Munkhafad Al Azm, demonstrating the importance of equipment readiness in emergency response.

Rent or Buy Heavy Equipment for Construction Projects in Sharjah

From observation towers and public parks to waterfront infrastructure and road construction, every development requires machinery suited to its ground conditions, project scale, and construction schedule.

With a fleet of more than 3,500 machines, Al Marwan Machinery provides heavy equipment rental and sales solutions across the UAE, including excavators, cranes, wheel loaders, bulldozers, and compactors.

Explore heavy equipment rental and construction machinery for sale from Al Marwan Machinery, or contact the team for equipment recommendations and quotations tailored to your next project.