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EMSTEEL powers construction of the Zayed National Museum

.The museum stands as a profound tribute to the life, leadership, and legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.(Image source: EMSTEEL)

EMSTEEL has announced its pivotal contribution to the construction of the iconic Zayed National Museum—the newest cultural beacon in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District.

Officially inaugurated by the UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and attended by Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, the opening formed part of the nation’s celebrations for the 54th Eid Al Etihad. The museum stands as a profound tribute to the life, leadership, and legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, embodying the UAE’s unity, heritage, and ambitious future.

Throughout the museum’s development, EMSTEEL played a central role by supplying the structural backbone of this architectural masterpiece. Across three years, the Group delivered approximately 24,000 tonnes of rebar, up to 25,000 direct block units, and around 100,000 tonnes of bulk cement. These critical materials underpinned the engineering integrity of the project, enabling the creation of a landmark that will serve as a cultural touchstone for generations to come.

Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, group CEO of EMSTEEL, said,“The opening of the Zayed National Museum on the 54th Eid Al Etihad is a defining moment for our nation. It reflects the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the unity that shaped the UAE’s extraordinary journey of progress. As a national industrial champion, we are honoured that our steel and building materials contributed to a landmark of such cultural and historic significance. This project reflects our role in supporting the UAE’s long-term development and our commitment to fostering an industrial sector that continues to strengthen the nation’s future.”

EMSTEEL’s involvement in the Zayed National Museum adds to its impressive legacy of supporting the UAE’s most celebrated cultural and architectural undertakings. From Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi to the upcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, along with national treasures such as Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Dubai’s Museum of the Future, the Group has become synonymous with high-impact, visionary development.

These landmark contributions underline EMSTEEL’s position as a trusted partner in national progress. With an unwavering focus on sustainability, low-carbon manufacturing, and resilient local supply chains, EMSTEEL continues to bolster the UAE’s industrial strength while helping shape its cultural and architectural legacy.

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