12 November 2015 Last updated at 21:59 GMT
Its 24 segments, built near Lyon, will be able to carry 200 people, giving them a spectacular panoramic view of the Sussex coastline from a height of 162m (531ft).
South East Today reporter Robin Gibson visited the site close to the West Pier, and spoke to i360 chief executive Eleanor Harris, and contractor manager Dean Wickham.
The huge glass viewing pod of Brighton's i360 tower under construction has arrived in the city from France and is finally taking shape.