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Marina Square - Uptown Colombo toasts to structural completion of all 5 towers

06 Feb 2024 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}      

Marina Square - Uptown Colombo, Sri Lanka’s premier harbour front luxury mixed development project recently announced the structural completion of all 5 towers.
Backed by industry giants Access Engineering PLC and China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), the achievement of this significant milestone off the heels of a challenging two years, underscores the joint shareholders’ steadfast commitment to the project and all stakeholders involved. 
Speaking at the event Christopher Joshua, the Executive Vice Chairman of Access Engineering PLC reiterated the importance of the milestone and potential that Marina Square holds for discerning homeowners.
“The structural completion of all five towers in the aftermath of a crisis that almost crippled the industry is a remarkable achievement and is only testament to our resolute commitment to the successful completion of this project, which we believe will be one of the best our country has to offer on completion. The accomplishment of this milestone, along with other ongoing work in MEP and finishing, now positions the project well on track for overall completion by end 2025,” he said.


Attended by representatives of both shareholders, project consultants, regulatory authorities and other dignitaries, and hosted on the rooftop of the rear towers, the occasion afforded invitees a taste of the panoramic views of the Colombo Harbour, Colombo City, Port City and Indian Ocean, that discerning owners will get to call their own. 
Project Director and Marina Square Board Member,Kosala Wickramasinghe, sharing his thoughts at the event attributed the vast resources, strength and experience of Access Engineering and CHEC for sustained construction activities through challenging periods.
“The development will surely revolutionise the urban luxury living experience in the country, with our curated spaces and range of amenities that have been thoughtfully designed to suit the requirements of every modem homeowner. It is the perfect place in Colombo to witness the city’s transformation while experiencing the comfort of convenience in every aspect,” said  Wickramasinghe.
Marina Square is located on a five-acre expanse and boasts 1088 condominiums across five towers of 36 floors, as well as two acres of open to sky gardens and recreational areas. Its prime location, just 2km from the highly anticipated Colombo International Financial City (Port City) and 400m from the Port Access Elevated Highway, along with an extensive array of common amenities ranging from an infinity pool to barbecue coves, camping areas, walking and jogging tracks to a multipurpose court, squash courts, and rooftop skydecks, succeed in positioning Marina Square as a landmark development in the heart of Tomorrow’s Colombo. 


Access Engineering PLC, Sri Lanka’s premier value engineering services provider, has collaborated with China Harbour Engineering Company, a well-known international engineering and construction firm, to develop Marina Square. This opulent condominium project is set to redefine high-end living in Colombo by offering residents unparalleled amenities, a prime location, and stunning views.