Summary
Construction on the Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia has resumed, making it the future tallest building in the world. The tower has reached a height of 370 meters, and developers plan to complete it by 2028 as part of the Jeddah Economic City project.
Key Facts
- The Jeddah Tower has reached 370 meters, or about 1,214 feet, in height.
- It is being built by the Kingdom Holding Company on the Red Sea coast in Jeddah.
- The tower is expected to surpass the Burj Khalifa as the tallest building in the world.
- Construction stopped in 2018 but restarted in January 2025.
- The tower is projected to be completed in 2028 with over 130 floors.
- It will include homes, offices, a luxury hotel, and a high observation deck.
- The building is a key part of Saudi Arabia's economic development efforts.
- Work on the building's exterior façade, and internal systems is currently underway.
