Safedem was appointed as specialist explosives engineering contractor by Modon on behalf of DMT (Department of Municipalities and Transport) to demolish the Mina Plaza Towers.

Comprising 144 storeys across four towers, the complex stood at 165.032 metres making this a Guinness World Record for the tallest building demolished by the controlled use of explosives.

Managing director William Sinclair said: “Safedem is delighted to have achieved a new world record for the tallest building demolished by explosives.

“I am immensely proud of the team who have managed to safely and successfully achieve a new world record so far from home in the midst of a global pandemic. The demolition of the Meena Plaza complex was incredibly challenging – dealing with one tower block is a challenge in itself, but dealing with four that are all built on top of a massive podium block has required all of Safedem’s skill and expertise.”