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CONSTRUCTION INNOVATION AWARDS 2022 The 8th edition of the Construction Innovation Awards took place this month and it saw 34 winners crowned.

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URBAN SCALE renewable energy systems and our journey to Net Zero

TRSDC TRANSFORMS TO RED SEA GLOBAL The developer behind two of the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism projects has confirmed its transformation into Red Sea Global (RSG) on the sidelines of the sixth Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh

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FIT-OUT PREMIUM FINISHING Aziz Zacca, Founder and Managing Partner at Indoors High End Finishing discusses the ever evolving fit-out industry

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PROPTECH CONSOLIDATION IN PROPERTY O&M TECH AFFIRMS SHIFT TOWARDS DATA-LED UNIFIED MODEL An empowering new approach to building operations unlocks the next wave of value creation for real estate owners and operators

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REPORT UAE’S REAL ESTATE SECTOR CONTINUES TO BUILD MOMENTUM The UAE continued to witness a positive trajectory across the residential, office, retail and hospitality sectors in the third quarter of this year

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MACHINERY BROKK SHOWCASES NEW INNOVATIONS AT BAUMA 2022 Brokk, the world’s leading manufacturer of remote-controlled demolition robots, will introduce three new products and showcase other innovations at Bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany

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he 8th edition of the Construction Innovation Awards took place this month and it saw 34 winners crowned. The event celebrated the best of the construction industry from Contractors, Architects, Consultants, MEP, Designers, FitOut firms, Facilities Management companies, and so much more for their projects, initiatives, company, innovative solutions and so much more.

It was an immense pleasure to gather all of them under one roof and it showcased why each company at the event understood the importance of positioning themselves as the pioneer of the industry. Aramco, ALEC, Orascom, Emrill, Sobha Constructions were the big winners, winning in multiple categories.

We reveal the full list of winners in this edition and we have other interesting insights as well surrounding the construction industry! Hope you all enjoy the read.

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The 8th edition of the Construction Innovation Awards took place this month and it saw 34 winners crowned. The event celebrated the best of the construction industry from Contractors, Architects, Consultants, MEP, Designers, Fit-Out firms, Facilities Management companies, and so much more for their projects, initiatives, company, innovative solutions and so much more.

It was an immense pleasure to gather all of them under one roof and it showcased why each company at the event understood the importance of positioning themselves as the pioneer of the industry. Aramco, ALEC, Orascom, Emrill, Sobha Constructions were the big winners, winning in multiple categories.

We reveal the full list of winners.

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BEST FUTURE PROJECT OF THE YEAR

Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Center | ORASCOM CONSTRUCTION

COMMERCIAL PROJECT OF THE YEAR

The Grand Egyptian Museum | ORASCOM CONSTRUCTION

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CONSULTANT OF THE YEAR

AECOM

CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR

ALEC

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ENGINEER OF THE YEAR

May Al-Dossary | ARAMCO

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Stuart Harrison | EMRILL

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Wael Al Yazori | BLOOM FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

FIT-OUT FIRM OF THE YEAR

ALEC FITOUT

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FIT-OUT PROJECT OF THE YEAR

Design Infinity | ACCOR

HOSPITALITY PROJECT OF THE YEAR

Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, The Palm, Dubai CHINA STATE CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING CORPORATION

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HSE INTIATIVE OF THE YEAR

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MEP PROJECT OF THE YEAR

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PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR

MIRIAM AL-ALAWI

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REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR

SELECT GROUP

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Sobha Waves | SOBHA CONSTRUCTIONS LLC

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SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR

Energy Saving Initiative | ADEEB GROUP

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SUSTAINABLE PROJECT OF THE YEAR

King Salman Energy Park | ARAMCO

TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION IN FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

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Deepak Kumar | EMRILL

REAL ESTATE CEO OF THE YEAR

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URBAN SCALE RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS AND OUR JOURNEY TO NET ZERO

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RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS AND OUR JOURNEY TO NET ZERO B Y L I N D S E Y M A L C O L M , A S S O C I AT E D I R E C T O R A N D R E G I O N A L S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y L E A D FOR TURNER & TOWNSEND’S MIDDLE EAST

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t COP 21, The Paris Agreement provided a legally binding international treaty on climate change. In subsequent years, we’ve seen moderate progress in the region regarding the need to mitigate the impacts of human-driven climate change. Following the signing of The Glasgow Climate Pact, the action and activity over these past ten months, has taken a leap forward globally, as awareness and understanding permeates public consciousness.

The majority of GCC countries now have national plans in place, which set net zero ambitions, establish timeframes, and put climate action firmly on the agenda. Whilst these plans have inspiring potential, the challenge is on how to deliver against targets set. In many cases, there is a lack of clarity regarding next steps, a significant gap in existing policy, and limited legislation to drive a net-zero agenda.

Shifting national grids towards cleaner energy generation The construction industry is responsible for almost 40 percent of global CO2 emissions – through a combination of materials and operational resource consumption. Considering this, we as both industry professionals and as human beings, have a duty to drive change in the market and in user behaviour, to reduce our carbon impact.

Today, energy efficiency is well integrated into most new building designs, supported through code, regulation, and client ambition. Notably, social and economic arguments for enhancing performance in existing buildings, are increasingly becoming as recognised and as compelling as those environmental drivers for change. That said, there remains a limit, as to what can be done to reduce energy consumption within existing built assets, particularly when we consider evolutions in usage demands. >>> CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS NEWS ME | NOVEMBER 2022 | 37

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The Jevons paradox highlights the correlation between increased efficiency and increased resource consumption.

When we apply this theory in the construction market, we note a pressing need for the industry to adopt and rollout the use of alternative renewable energy sources. On a positive note, supported by the actions of state managed entities, governmental policies in both the UAE and KSA are shifting national grids towards ‘greener’ approaches to energy generation, with integration of solar and wind systems on the rise.

In the UAE, the introduction of nuclear and the use of hydro power, is reshaping the country’s energy generation along with its energy storage capacity. In KSA, the development of supersized net zero power grids, will supply clean, CO2 emissions-free energy to the Kingdom’s flagship projects, The Red Sea Development and NEOM. These macro-scale actions on sustainable energy sources, will have significant impacts on the trajectories for both countries over the next 25 years. The challenge, however, is that grid scale interventions take time to implement, require significant capital investment, and furthermore, are required to handle the challenge of balancing demand with generation at a national scale, which can subsequently lead to a need for excess capacity and significant storage.

And while an interconnected regional grid would help mitigate some of these challenges, the reality of this coming to fruition remains a long way off, thus for now, net zero ambitions continue to be primarily addressed at national level.

Urban scale renewable systems The introduction of urban scale renewable systems, can provide a more immediate impact i.e., provide power and hot water within buildings, help electrify local transport systems, and can work in conjunction with both new masterplan developments and urban regeneration projects.

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When delivered alongside other public works or as part of municipal frameworks, the smaller scale deployment of renewable technologies can often be achieved faster and at a lower cost to the state. The choice of technology as well as the operation and storage requirements (needed to balance demand and generation), can be tuned more readily to local community needs, which in turn provides a broader generation mix and improves resilience at a national level.

Emerging strategies for smart cities and new urban developments are integrating faster communication networks and provide opportunity to add renewable technologies into the mix without disruptive impacts. These physical infrastructure enhancements alongside new systems geared towards monitoring, management, and control, are being introduced by cities as part of their ‘smart’ approach towards the rejuvenation of local communities. In existing neighbourhoods, such strategic modifications if delivered concurrently, could be achieved with minimal adverse impact to existing residents, whilst providing an uplift in asset value and longevity.

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Lindsey Malcolm, Associate Director and Regional Sustainability Lead for Turner & Townsend’s Middle East

and innovative ownership models that can drive implementation in different ways. Furthermore, the integration of renewable technologies and energy storage solutions within the public realm, provides opportunity for innovative design thinking and helps to raise public awareness and understanding, which in turn leads to broader dialogue around climate change. When we combine this engagement with a cities transition to sustainable solutions around transportation, waste management, and urban agriculture, a community’s connectivity, ownership, and wellbeing is enhanced and this in-turn paves the way for a broader societal shift towards a net zero economy.

more sustainable thinking. This of course needs to be backed by suitable financial and regulatory mechanisms that facilitate the purchase, installation, connectivity, and management of urban scale renewable systems (encouraging market entry for new businesses and providing the framework for residents, communities, and others to engage and develop). > These regulatory mechanisms must streamline the approach with the national power generating authorities, providing a means of connection and integration with existing grid networks. > Financial balancing mechanisms must also come into play to ensure the valuegain can be realised by all parties. > Incentivisation can be a strong market motivator, as has been seen in the UK and other areas, but it should not be solely relied on, particularly in this region, where true cost of energy and water isn’t always passed onto the end user. A more robust approach may be to consider the phased introduction and increasing of carbon-based pricing, which would support the business case for urban scale renewable systems in areas they are viable. This approach would also provide funds towards authority or municipal driven approaches such as off-site solutions and infrastructure enhancements.

Ultimately, when considered in conjunction with energy efficiency measures and grid level renewable technologies, urban scale renewable energy systems have significant potential to support growth and balance in national net zero energy strategies.

The conflict between space and demand has meant that historically developments haven’t always integrated urban planning to support such strategies, which naturally makes adding any new layer of infrastructure a challenge. That said, the benefits gained from a well-considered and well deployed approach can overcome such challenge with ease.

Emerging strategies for smart cities and new urban developments are integrating faster communication networks and provide opportunity to add renewable technologies into the mix without disruptive impacts.

Driving renewable energy generation in the Middle East The approach of balancing local and national scale renewable energy generation has already been widely deployed in the west and is growing in many other regions. It is proven to add value as part of an integrated national strategy and provides numerous secondary benefits. Whilst there is potential for a more significant uptake in the Middle East, this remains an opportunity waiting to happen. > Building public awareness is an important first step towards driving change and creating a demand for CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS NEWS ME | NOVEMBER 2022 | 39

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PREMIUM FINISHING KASUN ILLANKOON SPOKE TO AZIZ ZACCA, FOUNDER AND MANAGING PA R T N E R AT I N D O O R S H I G H E N D F I N I S H I N G T O D I S C U S S T H E E V E R E V O LV I N G F I T- O U T I N D U S T R Y, T H E I R L AT E S T P R O J E C T S , T H E U S A G E O F T E C H N O L O G Y A N D D I G I TA L T R A N S F O R M AT I O N , A N D S O M U C H MORE.

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ziz Zacca graduated with a degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the prestigious American University of Beirut (AUB), which consistently ranks amongst the top engineering schools both regionally & globally. Established in 2010 with Zacca at the helm since its inception, Indoors High-End Finishing boasts more than 20 years of experience

in construction, project management, and interior fit-outs in the UAE and Lebanon.

Zacca has become synonymous with exceptional high-end design works and fit-out projects - curating and executing spaces with the utmost care, precision, and taste. For the past 20 years, he has offered his roster of high-profile clients an environment they can truly cherish and enjoy and is constantly innovating new techniques and designs to remain ahead of the curve.

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How do you see the fit-out industry evolving?

The market for fit-out has been booming and growing with increasing intensity. This market has grown substantially specifically in GCC countries due to government investment and the presence of spectacular monuments in the region. Clients are currently looking for a personalized service and a one stop shop for all their fit-out and renovation requirements. The more practical it is for them, the better!

Turnkey project is the new way of catering to a client’s needs; Having one team take care of everything from A to Z starting from the design all the way to the fit out.

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What do you think is the most significant trend that will impact the future of the fitout and design industry in the region over the next 5 years?

The Global Fit-out Market is changing with changing living standards, dynamic social environments, and growing economies. I believe that Numerous technologies such as virtual designing, 3-D rendering techniques, and others are becoming significant in the future of the fit-out and design industry.

The Fit-out Market is adapting to digital solutions to enhance the quality of services and products to be delivered to the client in a fixed timeline. This way customers can visually experience their project and products which will enhance the selection process before it comes to life and make

necessary changes. Thus, the penetration of advanced technology in the Fit-out Market is one of the most significant trends for raising the market revenue.

What kind of trends and tendencies do you see in the UAE fit-out market with digital transformation?

I believe the high cost associated with the fit-out technologies and solutions limits the market growth.

Thus, contractors are focusing on providing modern technology fit-outs rather than digital transformation to cut down the expensive cost while maintaining high finishing standards. Clients have recently been integrating more technology into their spaces. Built-in sound systems, lighting systems, CCTV and home automation

systems are very much in demand at the moment. With so much data emerging, designers and contractors can think more critically about how space is used and pursue bold new ways forward without the guesswork.

In terms of technology, are there any particular technologies that you are working that we should be aware of, but are currently under the radar?

Again, Home automation is the big craze now. The future of fit-outs includes remote

monitoring, 3D visualization and augmented and virtual reality. Some of the latest tech tools include smart badging data, wireless access points, network login data, phone apps and sensors. Clients are adapting more to interacting with the space and with each other within it.

We are also noticing big innovations in the lighting industry. Smart Lights for instance allow you to connect bulbs to mobile devices through Bluetooth. Mobile apps are then used to control them. >>>

“THE FUTURE OF FIT-OUTS INCLUDES REMOTE MONITORING, 3D VISUALIZATION AND AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITY. SOME OF THE LATEST TECH TOOLS INCLUDE SMART BADGING DATA, WIRELESS ACCESS POINTS, NETWORK LOGIN DATA, PHONE APPS AND SENSORS.”

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These smart lights can perform a variety of tasks depending on the bulb.

The demand for these smart light bulbs is increasing due to their energy management, convenience, and safety.

Another one would be advancements of LED technology. The Department is making huge steps towards more efficient and longer lasting LED lights to reduce lighting consumption by half, and even be a solution to climate change. Costs of LED lights are soon expected to fall as LED advances and become more common thus making them more affordable to consumers. Finally, high-efficiency ballasts are making life more efficient.

Manufacturers are trying to maximize the energy savings and make ballasts more energy efficient.

work quality as more doesn’t necessarily always mean better. The key elements to keep this balance is having a process for onboarding clients, decision making and project communication. Researching lead times on materials, establishing deadlines and accountability, being properly staffed, and having a highly organized back office. This is what we focus on at Indoors finishing. One of our pillar principals is to deliver high end quality work. Therefore we formed the company

in the first place as we realized that there were very few fit out companies producing high quality work.

We have worked on several residential, retail and commercial projects. Villas, Offices, Apartments, Galleries and Restaurants but I think the ones that stand out are the more original and iconic ones such as Sacha Jafri’s art studios in Al Quoz and DUQE Free Zone premises on the QE2 Ship with all the history that comes with it!

What have been your key milestones and projects at Indoors High End Finishing?

As a fit out or contracting company, you are always growing. There are always more projects to undertake which is why project management is a huge part of a job, and without the proper organization, projects fall apart.

The challenge is to balance growth and

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PREMIUM FINISHING | AZIZ ZACCA

“OUR VALUES ARE BUILT AROUND 2 PILLARS: QUALITY WORK AND HONESTY, WHICH ARE THE TWO TRAITS WE FOUND ARE MOST VALUED AND CONSIDERED WHEN SELECTING FIT OUT CONTRACTORS.” Can you talk about the projects you are currently working on?

We are currently undertaking several projects, some of the notable ones are phase II of the DUQE Free zone on the QE2 ship and an exciting new project in the Royal Atlantis Hotel, which will surely become amongst the most famous and luxurious hotels in the world.

Over the past 10 years you must have seen a wide range of trends come and go, which trends were particularly memorable in your industry, and did you embrace them or let them pass you by?

Trends are exactly that, limited in time. Over the years, we have indeed seen many come and go, specifically when it comes to preferred interior colors, materials and fabrics. Our job is to follow our clients taste and requirements in order to provide them with the outcome they are expecting and better. Some of our trendier clients tend to re-do their fit outs as trends change.

What can you tell us about your plans for the growth of Indoors High End Finishing in the future?

Our values are built around 2 pillars: Quality Work and Honesty, which are the two traits we found are most valued and considered when selecting fit out contractors. We aim to continue to invest in the best craftsmen in the industry and continue to be transparent with our clients. This is vital to us as most of our projects come through our referrals.

Throughout the years, our customers have had great experiences with us hence referring us to colleagues, friends and family keeping our pipeline of projects quite full.

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SHIFT TOWARDS DATA-LED UNIFIED MODEL B Y P R A B H U R A M A C H A N D R A N , C E O & C O - F O U N D E R O F FA C I L I O

An empowering new approach to building operations unlocks the next wave of value creation for real estate owners and operators.

The future will require commercial real estate players to depart from the status quo by transcending traditional, siloed ways of operations to a more proactive, unified model.

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hings have simply shifted in the building operations industry, distinctly and dramatically.

The pandemic has not only accelerated the adoption of digitization but has also given rise to a step change with a splurge of M&A activity in the property O&M technology globally. In the last 18 months or so, the adoption tailwind of data-driven building operations has rapidly gone up with a re-evaluated focus on operational savings and offering a connected and comfortable built environment postpandemic. For many, this is evidence of a broader demand for technology products that unifies the power of building automation software and enterprise O&M applications in a single platform.

The years 2021 and 2022 witnessed significant announcements from established industry players, including Honeywell, Siemens, JCI, JLL, and MRI introducing partnerships and product initiatives around unified building operations. Honeywell and SAP launched a Connected Building Solution to take advantage of Honeywell’s OT data and utilize SAP’s IT data to optimize building performance. Siemens announced a series of acquisitions, including that of Brightly, to harness offerings around cloud-based asset and maintenance management.

JLL acquired Envio System and Building Engines, strengthening its portfolio to include a well-rounded suite of building automation hardware & software to manage energy &

performance as well as enterprise applications to manage O&M services.

All this significantly points to the market course-correcting towards a path of a unified operations environment, one where automation management software and enterprise O&M applications sit together in a single platform.

Doing more with less Commercial portfolio owners in the UAE are looking for complete solutions and pushing for consolidation among O&M vendors to do more with less. It is increasingly difficult and expensive for property owners/operators to make sense of piecemeal software and be locked out at dead-ends of pointsolution tools, making them turn towards exhaustive integration projects that are both long and expensive.

Integrating all building systems into a single cloud environment enables system-wide decision-making, execution, and optimization. The result is a future in which stakeholders can unlock the power of systems, processes, and people data to make meaningful real-time changes that optimize operational costs, comfort & energy scores, and productivity of all stakeholders.

In 2021, we saw incumbent software providers like MRI, a leader in property management and leasing software, acquire FSI, a cloud-based FM software provider, to solidify its offering in the O&M space. >>>

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With hybrid work becoming the norm, commercial office owners/operators must also equip offices for dynamic space utilization, and digital collaboration and find opportunities to reduce operating costs. VTS, a leader in leasing and asset management software, acquired Lane to position into the tenant/occupant experience category. iOffice and SpaceIQ merged to fulfill the evolving workforce’s demand for digital workplace experience.

Filling gaps vs a platform-first model In the early 2000s, enterprises purchased ERP to get around the technology outburst. Soon after, customers realized ‘parts were missing’ or ‘it was available but not on the platform’. Leading ERP companies bought smaller companies to fill in gaps and create product roadmaps to fulfill growing needs, eventually opening up the integration frenzy and associated pains.

A similar parallel lurks around the property O&M industry today. A platform-first model that is designed for new-age real-estate O&M needs, a solution that organically augments the building automation sphere via IoT with assets, maintenance, and enterprise O&M management dramatically reducing support/development costs.

Such a solution creates a barrier-free innovation adoption with a common interface, no data roadblocks, or the recognized hassles of integrating with competitor ecosystem tech/products.

As a strong advocate of cloud-based unified management of building operations, we continue to champion a platform-first, connected operations model and serve many enterprise customers, including ICD Brookfield Place, a landmark property in Dubai’s Business District; British Land, UK’s leading real estate conglomerate and many more.

“Facilio is not encumbered by legacy approaches and has built its solution with IoT in mind from the outset. We knew that incumbent legacy players that are either repurposed industrial solutions or expensive rigid software wouldn’t cut it for us. We wanted modern and intuitive solutions with end-to-end platform capabilities built to help us deliver a world-class tenant experience,”

says Haithem Ibraheem, Property Operations Manager, ICD Brookfield Place, who implemented Facilio’s connected CMMS platform when they launched the project in 2020.

It’s an exciting period for the O&M proptech industry. All these acquisitions are great news validating the unified O&M demands of customers. For many of these acquisitions to become fruitful for customers, the M&A adrenaline will have to be tempered with stronger go-to-market strategies and continued investments in R&D to make it work ‘as one.’

Progressive owners/operators are all in for digitization and unification of lifecycle O&M management from automation systems and sensors— to—servicing, contractor, tenant, workplace management, and more.

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ripe for consolidation, horizontally and vertically. The trick to success is for the industry to latch on to the momentum of ‘unifying operations’ and figure out software providers that suit the needs of today and in the future seamlessly.

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MIRAL REVEALS NEW BRAND IDENTITY > ANNOUNCES PORTFOLIO OF PROJECTS UNDER CONSTRUCTION WORTH OVER AED 13 BILLION ON YAS ISLAND AND ACROSS ABU DHABI, WITH THREE NEW PROJECTS COMING SOON > RENAMED SUBSIDIARIES TO MIRAL DESTINATIONS, MIRAL EXPERIENCES AND YAS ASSET MANAGEMENT UNDER ONE NEW UNIFIED VISUAL IDENTITY

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iral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, today unveiled its new visual identity and first brand campaign, signifying a new chapter of growth as it strives to be the region’s most impactful,

influential leisure, tourism, and lifestyle entity. A key contributor to the diversification of Abu Dhabi’s economy, Miral also announced its portfolio of projects under construction worth over AED 13 billion on Yas Island and across the emirate, with three new projects coming soon.

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HE Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Miral said: “Miral delivers sustainable, long-term value, that contributes to the positioning Abu Dhabi as a global tourism hub. The new decade is set to be marked with accomplishments of great magnitude, that reflect a renewed promise through integrated destinations, underscored by a relentless commitment to evolving the capital’s tourism ecosystem and growth.”

Today, Miral conceives, creates, develops, operates, and manages immersive destinations and experiences that attract visitors from across the world, creating unforgettable memories, that accelerate the realisation of the Emirate’s economic diversification. Its track record of excellence and success has positioned it as a trusted partner within the industry, while also creating over three thousand job opportunities within the leisure and entertainment industry.

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“THE NEW DECADE IS SET TO BE MARKED WITH ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF GREAT MAGNITUDE, THAT REFLECT A RENEWED PROMISE THROUGH INTEGRATED DESTINATIONS, UNDERSCORED

BY A RELENTLESS COMMITMENT TO EVOLVING THE CAPITAL’S TOURISM ECOSYSTEM AND GROWTH.” Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Group CEO of Miral, said: “Miral is committed to transforming the leisure and entertainment industry in Abu Dhabi and our rebrand signifies how we will aim to deliver on this promise and contribute to economic growth of the Emirate. The new brand reflects the way we are reimagining and evolving an integrated visitor experience, creating unforgettable memories and moments of joy for both residents and international guests. With this, we will continue to position our destinations as top global choices for leisure, entertainment and tourism.”

The new visual identity was revealed at an internal event, which included a unique metaverse activation

mimicking the new campaign, the reveal of the new visual identity and new subsidiaries’ hierarchy, as well as the values of being progressive, committed and joyful.

Miral’s new logo is inspired by the theme of connecting and enriching. Miral connects partners and employees under a common ideology and purpose – to connect people in the moment at an experience or destination. Through these connections that it makes happen each and every day, it leaves people with a sense of pride, place and belonging, and memories that last them a lifetime. The three lines of its logo represent Miral’s three pillars: people, the importance of the commitment and passion of Miral’s employees to bring to life its ideas and

how Miral is dedicated to their development; community, how Miral’s experiences and destinations positively impact the communities and cultures it serves; and environment, reflecting how Miral considers the environmental impact of its destinations and experiences and balances growth with a sustainable future. The brand elements are representative of zeros and ones, reflecting Miral’s commitment to become a data driven organisation, using the most advanced technology to allow for an in-depth understanding of guests to create more personalised and memorable experiences for them.

Miral also announced its three subsidiary names falling under the unified brand: Miral Destinations, previously Experience Hub, Miral Experiences, previously Farah Experiences and Yas Asset Management. Miral Experiences operates a diverse portfolio of worldclass, award-winning immersive experiences, Miral Destinations promotes unique destinations, and Yas Asset Management operates and manages a portfolio of vibrant

destinations across Yas Island.

In the coming years, Miral will be focused on the development and delivery of major landmark projects across Abu Dhabi. One of the main ones is SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, the next-generation marine-life park opening in 2023 on Yas Island. Two other iconic projects on Saadiyat Island, are teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, of which Miral Started developing this year. Miral will also continue its role of developing and overseeing Yas Island as well as overseeing the destination strategy for Saadiyat Island, creating integrated and unique offerings across the Emirate.

Guided by its ambition to be a customer-centric, progressive, and efficient organisation, Miral strategy for the next five years will be fuelled by its focus on continuing to grow and develop Yas Island as a successful destination as well as delivering new leisure and entertainment destinations and ventures that generate sustainable value, while contributing to the diversification of Abu Dhabi’s economy.

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UAE’S REAL ESTATE SECTOR

CONTINUES TO BUILD MOMENTUM THE UAE CONTINUED TO WITNESS A POSITIVE TRAJECTORY ACROSS THE RESIDENTIAL, OFFICE, RETAIL AND HOSPITALITY SECTORS IN THE THIRD QUARTER OF THIS YEAR, JLL HIGHLIGHTED IN ITS LATEST UAE REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT.

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verall, average residential prices in Q3 grew by 9% year-on-year in Dubai, while average rental rates saw a 25% year-on-year increase, with both sales and rentals being bolstered by stronger demand and increased buyer activity. Meanwhile, sale prices in the capital grew by 4% year-on-year, while average rents rose by 2% year-on-year. Abu Dhabi is seeing increased demand for new developments located within investment zones – especially for townhouses and villas.

Across the UAE, price growth is being fueled by investor and end-user demand.

Off-plan sales are high, while secondary market sales are also improving, in light of increasing yields. The quarterly report suggests around 6,600 residential units were handed over in Dubai in Q3, raising total stock to 672,000 units, while an additional 20,000 units are scheduled for completion by year end. In Abu Dhabi, approximately 1,900 units were delivered in Q3, bringing the Emirate’s total dwellings to roughly 278,000 units. The research suggests the capital plans another 2,000 units – mostly within master-planned communities – to be completed by year end.

“End-users using mortgage finance to purchase properties have been rushing to lock-in fixed rates in an environment where both interest rates and rents are rising quickly. Indeed, REIDIN’s citywide residential rent index showed annual growth of 25% in August,” said Khawar Khan, Head of Research, Middle East, Africa and Turkey at JLL. “Price growth is also being fueled by investor demand. This category has been returning to the off-plan market in force, while sales in the secondary market have also picked up in view of the upward trajectory of yields.”

Office Space Dubai’s Central Business District (CBD) office rents saw a 24% year-on-year increase in Q3, caused by continued scarcity of good quality stock and no new office completions across the city. The emirate anticipates the addition of approximately 53,000 square meters of office space ready for handover by year end. The city’s most central office space is currently close to capacity, with office vacancy rates standing at just 13%, approximately 8%-points lower than a year ago.

This quarter saw Dubai’s Grade A CBD rents reach an average of AED 2,084 per sq. m. per annum, while Abu Dhabi saw a 9% year-on-year rise to AED 1,750 per sq. m. per annum. While Abu Dhabi added 63,000 sq. m. of new office space to its stock since Q2, the bulk of enquiries in Q3 were regarding co-working and serviced offices, underlining that new post-pandemic hybrid working models are here to stay. There is no new office stock planned for Abu Dhabi’s Q4 pipeline. The vacancy rate for Grade A and B office space in the capital fell by 3% over the last quarter.

Retail While the third quarter saw no new retail projects completed in either Dubai or Abu Dhabi, the sector’s Q4 activity looks set to welcome around 154,000 sq. m. of new retail space in Dubai and 197,000 sq. m. in the capital. With ample supply available for retailers to choose from, potential tenants are being more strategic in selecting their locations for new outlets.

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JLL ANTICIPATES MORE DEVELOPERS AND LANDLORDS LOOKING TO BRING IN HOMEGROWN CONCEPTS – PARTICULARLY IN THE F&B SEGMENT – AS THEY HAVE THE APPEAL OF OFFERING EXPERIENCES TAILORED TO LOCAL NEEDS, WHILE ALSO BEING RELATIVELY ADAPTABLE.

While the easing in restrictions is helping footfall to recover, mall owners are recognizing the importance of differentiating their offerings in a landscape where there is ample supply. In view of greater competition, malls are introducing more experiential retail concepts and are seeking to have a greater variety of outlets for visitors to their properties.

JLL anticipates more developers and landlords looking to bring in homegrown concepts – particularly in the F&B segment – as they have the appeal of offering experiences tailored to local needs, while also being relatively adaptable.

months, benefitting from upcoming events such as Formula 1, NBA Games and UFC 280 – as well as the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, which is anticipated to have spillover effects for this market.

Dubai gained 1,000 keys in Q3, pushing up the city’s total hotel stock to 146,000 rooms.

It is anticipated that the last quarter of the year will see the addition of 6,000 keys.

No new hotel room stock was added in the third quarter in Abu Dhabi, but an additional 600 keys are expected to come on stream in the capital by year end.

Although summer is the low season for tourism in the UAE, the latest figures, nevertheless, demonstrate the sector’s rapid recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism suggests the Emirate received around 2.95 million overnight visitors between June and August 2022 – a significant jump compared to the 1.17 million recorded for the same period last year.

Abu Dhabi witnessed a 24% increase in overnight visitors to 910,000, according to DCT Abu Dhabi.

While luxury and beachfront properties have been performing well, the pick-up in tourism is now also benefitting the mid- to low- segments by capturing demand from source markets that have traditionally supported these categories of hotels.

Dubai’s occupancy levels reached 70% between January and August 2022, a notable jump compared to the same period in 2021 (58%). Average daily rate (ADR) reached US$181 and revenue per available room (RevPAR) surged to US$ 127. In Abu Dhabi, occupancy levels reached 68%, compared to 63% last year, while ADR and RevPAR rose to US$105 and US$71, respectively.

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TRANSFORMS TO RED SEA GLOBAL THE DEVELOPER BEHIND TWO OF THE WORLD’S MOST AMBITIOUS REGENERATIVE TOURISM PROJECTS HAS CONFIRMED ITS TRANSFORMATION INTO RED SEA GLOBAL (RSG) ON THE SIDELINES OF THE SIXTH FUTURE INVESTMENT INITIATIVE IN RIYADH.

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he responsible developer, formerly known as The Red Sea Development Company, is currently overseeing the creation of two luxury tourism destinations in the Kingdom. THE RED SEA and AMAALA prioritize delivering a positive impact for people and planet and are on track to place Saudi Arabia firmly on the global tourism map.

Following the successful delivery of critical milestones, and with THE RED SEA destination on track to welcome first visitors in early 2023, RSG’s mandate has expanded to oversee upwards of

a dozen projects stretching the length of the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia, with the potential to expand beyond the Kingdom in the future.

“With THE RED SEA and AMAALA we’ve proven our ability to realize megascale responsible developments that positively shape the futures of both the people who we welcome and employ, and the places in which we operate,” said John Pagano, CEO of TRSDC. “The announcement today marks the start of our evolution into a truly global developer that can lead the category towards a new archetype for development. We are powered by extraordinary people from the Kingdom and beyond, and have the skills,

knowledge, and experience required to succeed on the world stage.

“We are not only expanding our footprint to help create massive economic opportunities – valued at hundreds of billions worth of riyals – for the people of Saudi Arabia. We also want to set new global standards in development and inspire the industry to do better.”

RSG has a growing portfolio of projects stretching along the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia, with more than five additional projects already under feasibility study, entering masterplan competition phase, or at which construction has already started.

The expanded mandate also includes the establishment of a series of subsidiary businesses to drive an uplift in the Saudi tourism sector and associated industries.

Such RSG-owned businesses allow the organization to maintain it’s stringent sustainability standards in development and operational phases, and span the creation of a seaplane company, through to hospitality and guest experience brands.

The global multi-project developer’s existing two giga projects under delivery are projected to contribute some 33 billion riyals annually to the Kingdom’s economy on completion, evidencing the economic boon that RSG can deliver as it expands. RSG’s projects also focus on enhancing the wellbeing of communities, including comprehensive training programs for the next generation of Saudi talent.

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To date, across the two live projects, the company has awarded more than 1300 contracts worth nearly 32 billion riyals ($8.5 bn), with some 70 percent of the total value awarded to Saudi companies reflective of the organizations ambition to positively impact the local economy.

Over the last five years, the company has successfully launched programs geared towards the upskill and training of young Saudis.

Such efforts support the creation of a pool of talent, which will power the delivery of the Groups portfolio of projects and the wider growth of the tourism sector in the Kingdom.

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Initiatives include the Elite Graduate Program which has brought in more than 120 fresh graduates to the organization for on-the-job training over the last four years, with the next batch of graduates set to join in early 2023. An additional 1500 vocational training places have also been provided and students who successfully complete the program will be employed by RSG or one of its partners.

A partnership with the University of Prince Megrin provided 220 scholarships so far with 50 more set to be provided in 2023. The undergraduate studies, leading to a Bachelor of Science Degree in International Hospitality Management, which is accredited by the prestigious Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL).

RSG’s groundbreaking approach toward responsible development has seen the company explore and, in some cases, implement

experimental technologies and pilot programs to help solve some of the world’s most complex and pressing challenges, such as off-site manufacturing and modular construction methods at scale, green concrete to limit emissions, destination-wide clean mobility strategies, and even sustainable food production through new farming approaches.

The announcement today also revealed a stunning new logo concept and brand, inspired by the Red Sea, home of the organization’s flagship projects, and the global aspirations of the company to have a positive impact on development worldwide.

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Unlike anything the city has ever seen, 25hours Hotel One Central is set to be a thrilling assault on the senses. A fun and vibrant property with a wonderfully welcoming aura- a real place, intended for real people to come as they are.

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verlooking the Museum of the Future and boasting 434 rooms and suites, 25hours Hotel One Central tells the region’s story through its interiors, combining the ancient traditions of the Bedouins with a progressive, forward-thinking design and a nod to the future. Impactful, breath-taking and phenomenal design awaits at the UAE outpost.

Masterminded by interior design firm, Woods Bagot, elements of tales where the traditional meets the modern are intricately woven and exhibited floor-byfloor, creating an entirely contemporary narrative, promising a truly one-ofa-kind experience. Kasun Illankoon discusses with key Woods Bagot representatives to find out about the uniqueness of the hotel.

What is the inspiration for architectural and design features of the 25Hours Hotel?

25hours Hotel One Central is the first 25hrs Hotel outside Europe, providing a distinctive guest experience.

Stories of Dubai, its past, present and future, are interwoven, evoking emotions for guests at every corner. 25hrs One Central Dubai is layered with experience of celebration, when the satisfaction of normality wains, the thrill of a new adventurous calls. 25h brings a sense of belonging to a community. It is not just a place to stay for a night or have a lunch; it is a place to where you love to be, to work, mingle around and feel that you belong.

Can you tell us what are distinct features of 25Hours hotel?

Design of the ancient Nomads and Bedouins weave their tales into the modern days where the local heroes meet the world travelers. From the drop off and entrance area, to double-volume space of the Lobby with impressive ceiling art, filled with antiques and intricate items from local markets, it is a place where we are all modern nomads

are on our own journey. Creative breakout areas provide unique spaces to enjoy the environment, meet, work, type a letter to loved ones, or take a journey in time discovering gems of the analogue world.

The Woods Bagot team worked very closely with 25hours Hotel CEO Christoff Hoffman and the client’s creative team, the Extra Hour Lab, on the storytelling of the design of the ancient Nomads and Bedouins; weaving their tales into the modern days where the local heroes meet the world travelers.

Can you tell us what is the sort of atmosphere and vibe that a 25Hours hotel would like to portray to their customers?

The design for 25hours Hotel One Central Dubai brings with it an unusual and intriguing story. It is layered with the celebration of experiences, and the main question for guests is how much you want to know and how much you want to explore. This is a place with stories of the past and the present, which aim to form connections with guests so that they think of their experiences long after they’ve left.

There is plenty to explore and to be occupied during a stay. The message is ‘Grab your steering wheel, hold on and immerse yourself as much as you can…’

What is the unique value proposition that you offer to your customers?

Guest experience lies at the heart of this design, with every space – from lift to room to restaurant – considering how guests might interact with their surroundings. Each element of the design has been carefully curated to make this property truly multi-dimensional – a living room, a party paradise, a romantic getaway or simply the go to destination for creative business meetings and coworking.

Does having the museum of the future and DWTC close by help make the hotel a strategic location?

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which is part of the One Central Development within DWTC. The building also overlooks the Museum of the Future, a landmark building that needed to be considered both externally and internally. Thanks to a successful collaboration with the client and Hopkins Architects, the team was able to make this hotel a special and wondrous place, open for all to explore.

Tell us a bit about the restaurants and bars in the hotel and how it offers a unique offering. Recommended dishes and drinks that a guest should have in Ernst and Tandoor Tina?

Guests at 25hours One central can experience 5 different dining venues, each of them with their own character and whimsical elements: 2 restaurants - Tandoor Tina & Ernst Biergarten 3 Bars – Nomad Bar, Monkey Bar & Shisha Tandoor Tina inspired by journey through India with western twist, contrasting authenticity and modernity at the same time. It is reviving exotic smells, colours and tastes with carefree feel. Layered with warn lights, pastel hues, wicker textures and checkered

whitewashed pattern to wooden floor alluding to the contemporary Indian flavors. Adjacent to the main dining area is a secluded tropical garden with a lush greenery located at the courtyard of the main building. This a dreamer garden with where you can have your cocktail in hand, and a sharing plate within fingertip reach.

Recommended dishes from our team: favorites are okra chips served with grape and mint chutney and spicy mango

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salad as starters followed by butter chicken and to finish with a signature dessert coconut kheer served with a fresh mango sorbet, rose and pistachios.

When time allows, have a chai served in co-branded cup from customized chai tea cart.

Ernst Biergarten – a traditional and cherishing Bavarian Wirsthouse with German beers on draught.

Deep green walls are filled with vintage metal and wooden tools,

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musical instruments and arts combined with solid carved wooden furniture to echo the European nation’s famous breweries.

In the center of the ceiling is a large maypole painted in traditional Bavarian colours with decoration of graphically vivid garlands.

Guests can keep their own personalized steins in lockers.

It features live music, quiz nights and allowing people to watch matches from all around world on multiple screens.

Ernst has a private dining room with eclectic and authentic collection of furniture, accessories and artworks for up to 20 true Bavarian lovers.

Recommended dishes from our team: Recommend starting with an obatzda, creamy cheese dip with a sprinkling onion, served with a warm buttery pretzel. Any of traditional German main dish will satisfy meat lovers.

Finish with a truly special apple strudel with ice cream.

There is also a co-working space or quiet area for people to do their work - is this restricted to only the guests at the hotel or can non-guests use that space? Do you see this as a future trend for most hotel properties in Dubai?

As modern nomads, the guests and non-guests are invited to come as they are and use a large, beautiful rosewood feature table to meet, connect and work at ground level besides double volume library shelf or grab a book.

At the gallery on the level one, there is a flexible coworking space, a perfect setting for creative thinkers, productive discussion, or a simple chat with a friend.

It has a high-speed internet and flexible groups of seating, so it has become a space for ‘work from anywhere’. This creates a nice neighbourly feel with a lot of fun which fits perfectly in a resilient and adaptable fast changing world.

Tourism has had a massive come back to Dubai - how do you see this translating to bigger growth in the hospitality sector in 2023?

We see a focus on digital and experiential tourism as well as on a sustainable pace of tourism growth.

It is becoming easier to live and work from anywhere. This can impact booking patterns, with longer stays and a smaller number of trips during a year.

Aside from traditional hotels, there is a hybrid hotel style with a number of services and branded residences. They become very attractive for families and people who are looking to stay longer.

Design of the ancient Nomads and Bedouins weave their tales into the modern days where the local heroes meet the world travelers.

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rokk, the world’s leading manufacturer of remote-controlled demolition robots, will introduce three new products and showcase other innovations at Bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany. The new products include the Brokk Grapple Saw (BGS 15), the Brokk Surface Grinder (BSG 530) and My Brokk, an online portal that combines multiple services, including Brokk Connect, a document library and a Webshop into a single resource. The manufacturer’s newest and most powerful demolition robot, the Brokk 900, and the popular Atomized Water Mist dust suppression system will also be on display.

“Bauma offers the ideal opportunity to showcase our innovative new products

that offer increased versatility, productivity and safety for our customers,” said Martin Krupicka, CEO of Brokk Group. “Our equipment is revolutionizing the way contractors work, helping them address the worldwide challenges of labor shortages and safety concerns at a period where global infrastructure is in need of tremendous repair. Our solutions not only help crews maximize their efficiency with minimal labor, they also enable better fleet management, machine uptime and enhanced safety in any application.”

The new My Brokk portal combines fleet management capabilities, a document library plus parts and accessory ordering into a single resource. Through the portal, users can access Brokk Connect to monitor

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and manage their machines.

It also includes a library of equipment manuals, technical data, CE markings and diagrams along with a Webshop that allows online access for users to view and order a full range of Brokk original spare parts and attachments, such as rubber caterpillar tracks and hydraulic breakers. The new portal streamlines customers’ processes for managing and maintaining their Brokk robots and results in increased uptime.

The Brokk Surface Grinder 530 (BSG 530) offers a remote-controlled method to safely and efficiently strip plaster, contaminated material, tile adhesive and paint off walls, ceilings and floors. Suitable for the Brokk 170, Brokk 200 and Brokk 300, the BSG 530 removes

material through constant contact and high pressure on the surface, resulting in a more even, consistent removal over large areas that isn’t possible with handheld grinding tools.

The Brokk Surface Grinder is particularly useful when it comes to handling hazardous materials, such as asbestos, where operator safety is key.

The attachment can also be used for surface preparation and polishing through the addition of different tools.

The Brokk Grapple Saw 15 (BGS 15) is two attachments in one – a grapple and cold cutting saw. It can cut metal pipes with a diameter of up to approximately 200 millimeters (7.87 inches) and grab and sort material without changing the attachment. Compatible with the Brokk 110, Brokk 170 and Brokk 200, the BGS 15 cuts both fixed material and loose scrap without creating sparks that pose a fire risk. A Brokk robot, paired with this attachment, brings compact power to large cutting tasks in tight spaces.

Brokk will also demonstrate its unique dust suppression system, the Atomized Water Mist. The system offers superior dust suppression as an ideal solution for combatting harmful silica dust. The water mist requires less water than other methods with just 0.2 liters per minute (6.76 ounces per minute). This means not only less water consumption, but also a cleaner worksite and less waste.

Finally, Bauma will mark the first time the Brokk 900 will be displayed at an exhibition.

Introduced in 2021, the Brokk 900 is the world’s most powerful demolition robot, with 25% more output than its predecessor, in the same compact package for its reach and performance.

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