Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan inaugurated Monday, at the order of King Mohammed VI, the “Mohammed VI Tower”, a new architectural icon and emblem of modernity symbolizing the advent and influence of Rabat- Salé twin cities, under the Monarch’s impetus.
On this occasion, the Crown Prince toured the various components of the Tower, located on the right bank of the Bouregreg river, notably the main lobby, where he was briefed on this outstanding structure and examined samples of the Moroccan artisanal materials used in its construction, the area designed to host conferences, as well as the library.
Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan also visited a model apartment, the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, as well as the Rabat and Salé Heritage Observatory located atop the Tower, offering an exceptional view of Rabat and Salé where city walls, kasbahs and ancient gates tell the story of the twin cities’ rich past.
Rising to a height of 250 meters (55 stories), the new Tower—which now redefines Rabat’s skyline—combines advanced engineering with elegant design, while meeting the most stringent environmental standards.
It is fully aligned with the objectives of the Bouregreg Valley development project, among the main components of the integrated development program for Rabat, “City of Light, Moroccan Capital of Culture,” initiated under the leadership of the King.
Developed by “O Capital Group,” this project features a luxury hotel, offices, residences, a Rabat and Salé heritage observatory, a conference hall, shops and restaurants, all served by 36 elevators.
The new impressive icon in the urban and economic, cultural and touristic landscape of Morocco, adopts ecological and sustainable design concepts.
The Tower actually rests on foundations 60 meters deep, designed to withstand earthquakes and river floodings. These foundations also ensure the structure’s long-term stability in a complex geotechnical environment.
Similarly, to counteract movements caused by wind and seismic vibrations, this architectural gem is equipped with an innovative harmonic damper system, ensuring comfort and stability for residents on the upper floors.
The new Tower, which features two facades —one with dynamic lighting and the other equipped with photovoltaic panels—incorporates best practices of eco-construction and next-generation technologies that enhance energy efficiency, in line with Morocco’s commitments to sustainable development.
Beyond energy efficiency, the Mohammed VI Tower incorporates advanced systems for energy recovery and rainwater harvesting. These features helped the new Tower obtain LEED Gold and HQE certifications, positioning this building among the most innovative and high-performance structures on the African continent.
