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REAL HOSPITALITY FROM EMIRATES I must admit that I’m not fond of flying. It’s not the fear of plummeting to the ground from 35,000 feet, or indeed claustrophobia. It’s just the sheer, mind-numbing boredom. And of course the food – but I guess that’s a given. However, I have recently spoken to a gentleman who has had an absolutely fantastic experience ... and it was with Emirates. The man in question, an 86-year-old who used to work for the UK government in South Africa, was returning to his former homeland for the first time in around 20 years. He flew from Birmingham, England, and chose Emirates for no other reason than its Business Class “seemed like a good deal.” He was picked up from his home by the Emirates chauffer and driven to the airport in luxury. Apparently, the lady who drove him got everything off to a great start, even parking up (where she shouldn’t have!) to take him through to the airline check-in desk in order to make sure everything was easy and convenient for him. A wheelchair was provide for him at Birmingham International Airport, as at 86 the distance between passport control and the gate can be rather daunting. Naturally, he was therefore taken on-board first, and was delighted to discover that the cabin crew greeted him by name. Now it’s important to give the cabin crew a nod here; particularly the crew on the fourth leg of this journey from Dubai back to Birmingham. On this flight, the gentleman in question was looked after by “two lovely Irish lassies” who even took a
photograph of him at the bar on the aircraft and presented it to him before he departed. A nice touch. It goes without saying that the facilities on the aircraft (all four on them) were exceptional, but it really is the human touch that makes all of the difference, particularly when it is genuine, as it certainly seemed to be on Emirates. So often nowadays ‘hospitality’ is taught in the classroom, which is of course rubbish. People are hospitable and friendly by nature or they are not. It’s like being a musician or a sportsperson, you can’t really be taught that stuff.Yes, you can be ‘coached’ to become better, but you can’t fake being a violin virtuoso or a high jumper. And to my mind, that rule runs across everything in life. I guess this tale of the Emirates cabin crew is a good example of how important it is to employ the right people, and how pieces of paper (degrees, diplomas, certificates etc.) do not necessarily tell the entire story. I know of several graduates, for instance, with wonderful qualifications, but I wouldn’t let them anywhere near my clients! So hats off to Emirates and Irish hospitality; they got it right in a world where ‘hospitality’ is so often ‘plastic’ and false. And that’s not easy to do.
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DHABI CONTRACTING P48 Dhabi Contracting was established in 1983 as a ‘Special Category’ contractor in the UAE. It is renowned for being one of the most modern and best equipped contracting companies in the region, boasting a highly experienced and motivated team of engineers and support staff. The company undertakes a broad portfolio of turnkey construction projects.
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BINGHATTI DEVELOPERS P50 Under the leadership of Mr. BinGhatti, the company began its strategic pivot from strictly working with institutional clients to providing a mixture of projects for both end users and corporate investors. As an architect, Mr. BinGhatti focused on how the design of the building could be both iconic and functional to attract the attention of the end user market.
Organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Dubai Solar Show, part of WETEX 2016, was dedicated to showcasing the very latest solar innovations, whilst also highlighting some of largest and most innovative solar projects in region. It surpassed all expectations too, with exhibitors and visitors from around the world making deals, building partnerships, reviewing the most up-to-date solar-energy technologies, learning more about current and future projects in the region ... and how to get involved in these pioneering opportunities. The location of Dubai within the sunbelt highlights the major role that solar energy will take in the Emirate. In Dubai available global irradiation usable by photovoltaic (PV) technology averages out at around 2,105 kWh/m2/y (kilowatt hours per square metres per year), and the direct part of the irradiation (DNI), which is used by Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), is apptoximately 1,850 kWh/m2y. These figures mean the solar energy is an optimum energy source in Dubai.
CITY DIAMOND CONTRACTING P55 City Diamond Contracting established in Dubai in 1985, has earned an enviable reputation for quality and dependability, building longstanding and multually beneficial partnerships with clients across a wide array of sectors. The company was created with one objective in mind: to provide the best solutions for clients by assessing their requirements.
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GET TO KNOW... P08 Oliver Pesov, Deputy General Manager of Centre Point Logistics (CPL), which aims to strengthen Dubai’s competitive position in the global logistics sector through innovative and proactive solutions offered to local and international third-party logistics (3PLs) providers.
CONTENTS PROJECT FOCUS P10 Gate Avenue at DIFC is a highly ambitious project that is seeing the Centre develop from a leading financial hub into a prominent lifestyle destination by changing the face of urban development in the region. Bringing HLG on board as our primary construction partner moves the project into its active development phase.
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SUSTAINABILITY P14 DEWA, organiser of Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2016), has announced that the show is attracting considerable interest from government and private organisations operating in the fields of the environment and green technologies.The 18th edition of WETEX will run from October 4th to 6th, 2016, at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. WETEX 2016 is expected to attract a significant number of visitors, as it coincides with the first Dubai Solar Show, which will address the most up-to-date solar energy solutions for building, operations, distribution, storage, and solar energy management technologies.
WORLDWIDE NEWS P18 The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) and Lekela Power have signed an agreement for the development, construction and operation of a 158MW wind farm in Taiba N’Diaye, Senegal. OPIC has committed $250m in financing and $70M in reinsurance to Parc Eolien Taiba N’Diaye.
BUSINESS AND FINANCE P12 For five years global growth has been stuck below its longterm average, and experts warn that 2017 may be the sixth. There are, quite naturally, clear differences from country to country, but taken as a whole the problem seems to arise from a combination of low growth, minimal inflation, increasingly unproductive economic policies.
It is a ‘mega-project’ in every sense of the phrase, and according to Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, The UAE’s Minister for Infrastructure Development, the decision to push the deadline back was taken at a meeting of transport ministers in April. “We know for sure that 2018 is not a possible date, but we just wanted a ceiling so, in principle, we agreed on 2021. That’s the target. Whether we can achieve that or not will depend on the internal plan of each individual country.” And each ‘internal’ plan appears to depend on the internal plans of neighbouring countries, which could turn out to be a bit of a catch-22 situation.
REGIONAL NEWS P20 Simaisma Resort Qatar’s undiscovered oceanfront oasis, has been named ‘Qatar›s Leading Villa Resort’ for 2016 by the World Travel Awards. Simaisma, a Murwab Resort, took home the coveted title after being selected from among three nominees competing for the award during a Gala Dinner held at the St. Regis Hotel in Dubai to honor the award winners.
LOCAL NEWS P22 DAMAC Properties introduced AKOYA Selfie, a collection of stylish 3-bedroom villas located in a vibrant golf community at AKOYA Oxygen master development. AKOYA Selfie villas present young professionals, couples and families with a refreshing way of life, spacious living areas, low maintenance costs and modern amenities.
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GET TO KNOW... OLIVER PESOV OLIVER PESOV, DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER - CPL LOGISTICS
IN THIS ISSUE OF EMIRATES PROJECTS WE GET TO KNOW OLIVER PESOV, DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER OF CENTRE POINT LOGISTICS (CPL), WHICH AIMS TO STRENGTHEN DUBAI’S COMPETITIVE POSITION IN THE GLOBAL LOGISTICS SECTOR THROUGH INNOVATIVE AND PROACTIVE SOLUTIONS OFFERED TO LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL THIRD-PARTY LOGISTICS (3PLS) PROVIDERS.
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Emirates Projects: What attracts you to the logistics industry, and how has it changed in the time you’ve been involved in it? Oliver Pesov: The logistics industry, being the backbone of the whole supply chain, gives us the opportunity to enjoy challenges with creativity. Every new project has different requirements, restrictions and targets to be achieved. This combination keeps us all busy, and we enjoy our work. Just like other industries, with the help of people and technology, the logistics industry has developed a lot during the last decade, including in areas such as systemisation, automation, consolidation of offerings, and cost control, as well as the quality of the services. Emirates Projects: What is your brief as Deputy General Manager of Centre Point Logistics? Oliver Pesov: Centre Point Logistics, known as CPL, has been in the market over 10 years under the umbrella of SSLH (Saleh Saeed Lootah Holding), and is a Dubai based family-owned diversified business house supporting global logistical needs. At CPL, we are committed to understanding the client’s needs and delivering the right tailor-made solutions by optimising our ‘Open Architecture’
model, where the client can simply plugn-play and does not get restricted from expanding their horizons. Being neutral has helped us to build trust and dedication with the local, regional and global logistics players. We believe in the approach and we will continue being neutral. Today, CPL has logistics hubs across the UAE and Oman, giving the flexibility to the 3PL’s to expand the offerings toward their customers. We have facilities in Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA), Dubai World Central (DWC), Hamriyah Free Zone Sharjah, and Sohar Free Zone in Oman. And currently we are at the final stage of finishing a state-of-the-art warehouse in DWC. We are in the process of building a chemical warehouse in JAFZA too, as well as having many more projects that are on our ‘to do’ list. With a dedicated and innovative team, we are also offering various value-added services to save time and money. Emirates Projects: What would you say is the biggest challenge for Centre Point Logistics and the industry in general over the next five years? Oliver Pesov: The challenges for CPL and the industry may arise from further drop down of the oil and steel prices, which means less movement and fewer
transactions. Of course, the global economy has a direct impact on the logistics industry too. The true competition in the logistics sector is not among the logistics companies, it is between the logistics and manufacturing sectors; until the manufactures utilise services from a logistics company, they will be in the market for the logistics companies. The minute they start their own logistics division, then indirectly they are competitors to the logistics sector, because from that moment they would not be in the market anymore. Having said that, we are optimistic and we believe in being involved in what we are best at. On the other hand, we have the Expo 2020, which is happening in Dubai in three years from now and we do expect more logistical requirements.
GET TO KNOW THE DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER 09 Emirates Projects: Where do you see growth coming from over the next couple of years? Oliver Pesov: Complex requirements always generate growth, because that is where innovation is required. I would expect pharmaceuticals and chemicals, as well as the oil and gas and automotive sectors, to have a big influence on the overall growth in the region. Emirates Projects: Has anyone in particular been an inspiration to you in your business career? Oliver Pesov: After almost 15 years of experience on different levels and on various projects, I have been working
with many people and leaders. Today, I work with great team in CPL and I have the opportunity to be very close with the Chairman and other leaders from the SSLH, who are firstly great friends, but are also valuable businessmen and impressive people to learn from, with tons of experience in different sectors. Emirates Projects:What is your own personal business philosophy? Oliver Pesov: Offer what you can deliver, do not over promise, and do not exaggerate.
Emirates Projects: Do you think you are a good boss? Oliver Pesov: I believe so, but I see myself more as a leader than a typical boss. I enjoy sharing my experience with my team and listening to their ideas. The fact is that in the team, most of the people who are with CPL have been so since the beginning and they have been trained and promoted a couple of times in their careers. So I think I have to be a good ‘boss’. Emirates Projects: What do you do to relax? Oliver Pesov: Family time, socialising with customers and friends.
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10 PROJECT FOCUS - GATE AVENUE
HIGHLY ANTICIPATED RETAIL DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION WILL SHORTLY BEGIN ON THE MUCH ANTICIPATED GATE AVENUE AT DIFC, THE NEW URBAN PREMIUM LIFESTYLE, CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT DEVELOPMENT AT THE HEART OF DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE THAT PROMISES TO CHANGE THE FACE OF URBAN SPACE AND LIVING IN DUBAI.
PROJECT NAME: GATE AVENUE PROJECT OWNER: DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE PROJECT VALUE : USD 272 MILLION COMPLETION OF 1ST PHASE : 2017
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Habtoor Leighton Group (HLG); a leading specialist contractor in the region was awarded the AED 500 million contract, meaning construction and land preparation can get underway for one of the biggest property projects in Dubai. Gate Avenue at DIFC also represents DIFC’s largest current project, which is already attracting wide interest from the business and retail communities. Gate Avenue at DIFC is already worth AED 450 million approximately with the existing truck tunnel and master plan infrastructure in place. Combined with the new contract, this will elevate the full development cost to an estimated AED1 billion, reflecting the size, scope and ambition of this major project. Set for the first phase of completion by the end of 2017, Gate Avenue at DIFC will heighten connectivity of the entire district. A series of spacious, aesthetically appealing, indoor and outdoor themed areas and walkways will link the podium levels of all buildings located in the DIFC. This will
create both a new urban living concept for the region built around having a unique experience when visiting DIFC, as well as delivering a more integrated professional, connected and accessible environment. With over 200 dining, boutique, retail and entertainment options, as
well as an iconic new mosque, Gate Avenue at DIFC will span across 660,000 square feet and 880m in total length. Building on the already world class business infrastructure and offerings available in DIFC, it takes the Centre’s offerings to the next level as a mixed-use development.
PROJECT FOCUS - GATE AVENUE 11 Gate Avenue at DIFC is set to become a leading dining and retail destination as well as acting as a the beating heart for the DIFC community of professionals, residents and visitors, increasing the attractiveness of the Centre in a highly competitive global market.
Speaking on the announcement, Nabil Alkindi, Executive Vice President of Property Development commented: “Gate Avenue at DIFC is a highly ambitious project that is seeing the Centre develop from a leading financial hub into a prominent lifestyle destination by
changing the face of urban development in the region. Bringing Habtoor Leighton Group on board as our primary construction partner moves the project into its active development phase and we are excited to see the project physically take shape in the coming months. Gate
Avenue at DIFC will connect our vibrant and dynamic community of over 21,000 professionals, as well as residents and visitors, in one central location.�
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or five years global growth has been stuck below its long-term average, and experts warn that 2017 may be the sixth. There are, quite naturally, clear differences from country to country, but taken as a whole the problem seems to arise from a combination of low growth, minimal inflation, increasingly unproductive economic policies, and more and more damaging politics. It cannot be overestimated, for instance, how nervous the financial markets are about the UK departing the European Union (Brexit). The ripples of Brexit are being felt all around the world. And it will get worse. Only 36% of the UK electorate voted to leave, 34% voted to remain, and 30% did not vote at all. Put simply, the votes comprised
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17,421,887 ‘leave’ votes and 16,146,297 ‘remain’ votes, indicating 12,931,353 eligible voters did not vote, and approximately 18 million inhabitants are not eligible voters. Not really a clear mandate then. Worse still, many of the leave voters have changed their minds, yet the UK government continues to plough on regardless ... now ignoring the majority of the people. Companies are leaving for greener pastures. And should Article 50 get implemented in March 2017, it’s a good bet that the UK will cease to be a major power on the world stage. This has considerable implications for world financial markets. New OECD and Unctad reports suggest Britain’s economy will stumble in 2017 and that the financial crisis it is helping to fuel is
about to be felt in developing countries most of all. Both reports were thick with cloud and short on silver lining. And let’s not forget the China slowdown. So whilst the IMF expects the world economy to expand by 3.2% in 2016 and 3.5% in 2017, this is down from its previous forecasts of 3.4% and 3.6%, respectively. “The global recovery has weakened further amid increasing financial turbulence. Activity softened toward the end of 2015 in advanced economies, and stresses in several large emerging-market economies showed no signs of abating,” the IMF said in its executive summary. It went on to say that China doesn’t face an easy road ahead as it transitions its economy to domestic consumption from its
current export-based economy. “Given China’s important role in global trade, bumps along the way could have substantial spillover effects, especially on emerging market and developing economies,” the report said. GDP Growth in the Region to Accelerate All pretty gloomy so far I admit, but what of the MENA region? Well, fragile global growth, considerable geopolitical risks and still low oil prices continue to put at risk any robust resurgence in the region. But against a background of very real risks to MENA’s economic position, experts still argue that GDP growth in the region is expected to accelerate to 2.8% in 2017. The UAE has shown itself to be fairly resilient to the ongoing problems of low oil prices and weak global demand, thanks
primarily to its somewhat diversified economy, particularly when being compared to other Gulf nations. So whilst GDP growth is slowing down, the overall pictures looks relatively healthy thanks to respectable nonoil exports. Qatar, which is set to run a budget deficit this year following 16 years of fiscal surpluses, continues to plug the gap by tapping the bond market, successfully selling $1.3 billion in domestic bonds twice in 2017. In the meantime, in an effort to increase OPEC revenues from oil trading, which account for more than 90% of Qatar’s total exports, a preliminary agreement by OPEC members has been reached to cut back on oil production, following years of a produce-atwill approach that has been a major cause of prices tumbling dramatically.
In Saudi Arabia, economic growth continued to slow in Q2, again not helped by the still low oil prices and higher credit costs for private businesses. The latter have arisen from contracting internal liquidity due to the country’s large financing needs. In an attempt to curb what is a hefty fiscal deficit, the Kingdom’s first ever public sector wage cuts have been announced. These measures will most probably affect growth, as nearly two-thirds of Saudis are employed in the public sector. So those with expectations of a sustained ‘bounce back’ in emerging market growth after the slowdown of recent years will be left feeling rather frustrated. The 2000s were a short-lived ‘Golden Age’ for the emerging world, with a number of never-to-berepeated props for brisk growth that probably
won’t be seen again. Growth over the next two decades will be closer to that seen in the 1990s than in the early 21st century.
Adjusting to a New Reality The future may not be strewn with rose petals, but neither is it apocalyptic. For those companies with good, workable strategies there are still big opportunities for growth and expansion in the Gulf. And the latest figures from the World Bank’s ‘country rankings of business efficiency’ support this optimistic outlook. The top 10 performers included both the UAE and Bahrain, with the report citing research that demonstrates that improved performance in the rankings is linked with lower levels of income equality, thereby reducing poverty and encouraging shared prosperity.
The UAE jumped up eight places to 26th in the rankings, with the report highlighting three important reforms taken in the country over the past year: (1) it has become easier to start a business by streamlining name reservation and articles of association notarisation; (2) construction permits have been eased by implementing risk-based inspectors; and (3) minority investors have become more protected through the increase of shareholder rights and their role in major corporate decisions. So as all regional economies adjust to a ‘new reality’, it will be vital that they preserve their business openness, efficiency and competitiveness, while making some often difficult policy choices that will affect their citizens. As the old Chinese saying goes, ‘May you live in interesting times!’
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SUSTAINABILITY EGBC GREEN ECONOMY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), organiser of Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2016), has announced that the show is attracting considerable interest from government and private organisations operating in the fields of the environment and green technologies. The 18th edition of WETEX will run from October 4th to 6th, 2016, at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. WETEX 2016 is expected to attract a significant number of visitors, as it coincides with the first Dubai Solar Show, which will address the most up-to-date solar energy solutions for building, operations, distribution, storage, and solar energy management technologies. The exhibition focuses on attracting advanced technologies, and it brings together solution providers, investors, decision makers, consumers, and business partners from both the private and public sectors. Indeed, it provides the perfect platform to discuss all topics focused on sustainability, the environment, and the protection and preservation of natural resources. One aspect of WETEX 2016 will be the showcasing of the ‘Dubai Green Zone’ project, which it is hoped will encourage established and start-up companies to set-up in the emirate, taking advantage of an ideal business environment in order to develop and market their green, sustainable technologies. This will be fuelled by an across-the-board state-of-the-art infrastructure, as Dubai continues on its quest to become the city with the least carbon footprint in the world by 2050. Dubai Green Zone comes under the infrastructure pillar of the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, which was launched by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and aims to transform Dubai into an international hub for clean renewable energy and green economy. WETEX will play an influential role in familiarising global organisations and international research bodies with the concept of the Green Zone, encouraging them to discuss setting up regional headquarters there. “Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 launched by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has set an ambitious target of generating 5000 MW of solar power through the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park by 2030, which will represent 25% of Dubai’s total energy production. Upon completion, the Solar Park will contribute to reducing more than 6.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions yearly,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Founder and Chairman of WETEX. 14 WWW.TPG-MEDIA.COM
Chairman of WETEX. “The infrastructure pillar of Dubai Clean Energy includes the establishment of Dubai Green Zone, a free zone dedicated to attracting R&D centres and emerging companies in the field of clean energy.The strategy’s third pillar is also related to finding funding solutions for investment in R&D in clean energy applications. Under this pillar is also the establishment of the Dubai Green Zone.The fund, worth AED 100 billion, will provide easy loans for investors in the clean energy sector in the emirate.”
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“Dubai Green Zone will meet those expectations as it will bring together manufacturers, solutions and technology providers in order to set up a 360 degree cycle to activate a sustainable development process. During WETEX, we will showcase the complete concept of the Green Zone,”Al Tayer concluded.
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RAIL NETWORK PLAN PUSHED TO 2021 ESTABLISHED IN RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, IN MAY 1981, THE GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL (GCC) IS A POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC ALLIANCE OF SIX COUNTRIES (SAUDI ARABIA, KUWAIT, QATAR, BAHRAIN, OMAN, AND THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES) WHOSE PURPOSE IS TO ACHIEVE UNITY AMONGST ITS MEMBERS.
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One of the GCC’s objectives, of course, is to link the countries together via a trans-region railway network, and this is now under construction. However, plans for the completion of the network have recently been put back to 2021, and could even face further delays. The 2177km rail network will provide an alternative to air or sea travel for both passengers and goods, running down the Gulf coast from Kuwait, through Saudi Arabia, to the UAE and Oman, with branches linking Bahrain and Qatar. It is a ‘mega-project’ in every sense of the phrase, and according to Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, The UAE’s Minister for Infrastructure Development, the decision to push the deadline back was taken at a meeting of transport ministers in April. “We know for sure that 2018 is not a possible date, but we just wanted a ceiling so, in principle, we agreed on 2021. That’s the target. Whether we can achieve that or not will depend on the internal plan of each individual country.” And each ‘internal’ plan appears to depend on the internal plans of neighbouring countries, which could turn out to be a bit of a catch-22
situation. At the beginning of the year, for instance, the UAE’s Etihad Rail announced that it was suspending the tendering of the second phase of its network, which will eventually link with the Saudi and Omani borders. This, in turn, forced Oman Rail to revise its own plans, which now focus on linking key ports and mines.
Al Nuaimi was philosophical about this latest turn of events, explaining that the UAE’s stance is “logical because you cannot simply build your part and wait for others to start.” Nevertheless, he went on to say that the UAE would not necessarily wait for other countries before completing its own project. “If we are to start our own network without
CONNECTING GCC 17 the planned connection to the UAE. Of course, concerns on a project such as this are understandable. No country wants to spend a fortune on rail development only to reach the border and find nothing but sand dunes. But if each country waits for the other, nothing at all will happen. The feeling of perhaps every country was summed up succinctly by Al Nuaimi when talking about the UAE: “For us, we would like to see a complete network by 2021, but it is a decision where we have very little input. We really need to know if they are as serious as we are.”
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looking into a linkage with the GCC, we have a different plan. But if we are to link with them we will have to wait and see what their progress and outcome is.” The same viewpoint can be found in Qatar, with Abdulla Al Subaie, Managing Director of Qatar Rail, having said that Qatar was also waiting for its neighbours to begin work: “From our side, we are ready. We need other GCC countries to start the work in order to be able to start our contract.” Meanwhile, Oman has said that it is also reconsidering how it should progress and, that in light of regional uncertainty, would focus on national rail activities rather than
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NEW WIND FARM TO BE BUILT IN SENEGAL The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) and Lekela Power have signed an agreement for the development, construction and operation of a 158MW wind farm in Taiba N’Diaye, Senegal. OPIC has committed $250m in financing and $70M in reinsurance to Parc Eolien Taiba N’Diaye.
OPIC president and CEO Elizabeth Littlefield said: “This is a transformative project for many reasons, principally for the new and clean energy it will supply to Senegal. “OPIC partnering with Lekela illustrates the opportunity for renewable resources to make a significant contribution to total energy
needs. OPIC is proud to support the Taiba wind project and its role in advancing Senegal’s economic prosperity.” Lekela CEO Chris Antonopoulos said: “Energy is critical to the African continent and its continued growth. Lekela is uniquely positioned as a long term investor to provide
clean, secure, reliable and competitive renewable energy in Senegal and across Africa.” The project is expected to boost Senegal’s available power capacity by 24%.
UNITED AIRLINES STARTS CONSTRUCTION ON NEW US AIRPORT FACILITY
United Airlines, in association with the City of Houston and the Houston Airport System, has broken ground on its new $162M United Technical Operations Center (UTOC) at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in the US. The project forms the next phase of the airline’s ongoing expansion at its Houston hub.
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Plans include the addition of 18,600sq m of additional hangar capacity for maintaining widebody aircraft. Work will also involve the construction of a new warehouse distribution centre, technical services building as well as administrative offices. United executive vice president and chief operations officer Greg Hart said: “With
flights from Houston to destinations around the globe, this new facility and the employees who work here will provide critical support to our worldwide operations. “This significant investment in our Houston facilities will enable us to support more aircraft than ever before in Houston and allow us to return them to serving our
customers more quickly, while providing a workplace that our people can take pride in.” The new facility is anticipated to be complete in late 2018, with the project expected to create about 200 new jobs. Once completed, the facility will accommodate widebody aircraft, including Boeing 767s, 777s, 787s and Airbus A350s..
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SINGAPORE’S LTA AWARDS $234M CONTRACT Lum Chang Building Contractors has won a SGD325M ($233.8M) contract from the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to construct viaducts and a new platform at Tanah Merah station in Singapore. The scope of the work will also include the extension of the existing East-West Line MRT tracks to connect to the new four-in-one East Coast Integrated Depot at Changi. The two middle tracks at Tanah Merah interchange station will be used for trains travelling both bounds between Tanah Merah and Changi Airport stations. LTA said in a statement: “With an additional platform, there will be one pair of dedicated tracks for East-West Line and Changi Airport Line respectively, allowing trains of the Changi Airport Line to arrive and depart at Tanah Merah station at shorter intervals as compared to today, thus enabling faster travel to Expo and Changi Airport.” Construction works for the additional platform are anticipated to commence by the end of 2016 and be finished in 2024.
KMC CONSTRUCTIONS WINS $190M INDIA ROAD CONTRACT India-based KMC Constructions has secured a INR12.74bn ($190.5M) contract from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for the construction of a road segment in Himachal Pradesh, India. The scope of the work will include the development of the 26km-long NerchowkPandoh section, and the Pandoh bypass section of the National Highway 21. The project will feature two bypasses, the 8km-long Mandi Bypass and the 5km-long Pandoh Bypass, three twin tube two lane tunnels, six major bridges, 11 minor bridges and three vehicular underpasses. The development will be delivered on an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) basis and is set to be complete within 30 months from the date of commencement. The Himachal Pradesh section is part of phase IV B of India’s National Highways Development Projects (NHDP).
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SIMAISMA, A MURWAB RESORT NAMED QATAR’S LEADING VILLA RESORT BY WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS
In recognition of its mastery in envisioning and conceiving an enchanting resort that personifies the true meaning of luxury and privacy, Simaisma Resort Qatar’s undiscovered oceanfront oasis, has been named ‘Qatar’s Leading Villa Resort’ for 2016 by the World Travel Awards. Simaisma, a Murwab Resort, took home the coveted title after being selected from among three nominees competing for the award during a Gala Dinner held at the St. Regis Hotel in Dubai to honor the award winners.
On this occasion, Tarek Nour, General Manager of Simaisma, said: “We are truly honored to be named Qatar’s Leading Villa Resort for 2016 by the World Travel Awards; a highly sought-after title that crowns our endeavor in creating the ultimate blissful escape for families in Qatar”. “Simaisma Resort is a one-of-a-kind destination, where we have essentially created a tranquil environment that mesmerizes both the heart and the soul. That’s why we are always delighted to take our guests on tour of our oceanfront oasis and its luxurious facilities, giving them a taste of what this magical place truly has to offer.” He added. Located on the grounds of Simaisma, each one of the Resort’s 52 villas is both luxurious and spacious with a spectacular array of personalized amenities. Guests have access to a range of facilities such as; basketball and tennis courts, health club and kids playground. For adventurous guests, Simaisma Resort’s Water Sports Center and
Tour Service provider offer leisurely activities for the entire family. When it comes to dining, Simaisma Resort has an exciting gastronomic journey of its own, designed to cater to ‘everything palette’. From sophisticated fine dining to casual poolside fare, each and every dish is prepared
fresh with local ingredients, cultivating diners’ senses with flavor. For a hearty family gathering, guests can enjoy a delicious meal delivered to their room, or prepared for them and their loved ones at one of the Five-Star Resort’s private gazebos.
KIDZMONDO DOHA PARTNERS WITH PALMERA LANDSCAPES TO BRING KIDS CLOSER TO NATURE Giving kids in Qatar an insightful look inside the fascinating kingdom of plants, KidzMondo Doha, Qatar’s one-of-a-kind miniature edutainment city, has partnered with Palmera Landscapes L.L.C, to introduce the theme park’s visitors to the art and science of botany, and plant in their young minds important life lessons inspired by the brilliance of nature.
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KidzMondo Doha’s ‘Botany School’ will provide a fertile ground for children to learn about the basics of planting seeds and practice their gardening skills through a range of fun experiments, while sowing seeds of wisdom that grow with them as they mature into adulthood. “Plants don’t put limits on their growth, they grow as much as they can. They utilize every resource available to them in order to bloom.These are just two of many life lessons kids can learn from plants and apply in their own lives, as they come of age. The ‘Botany School’ we are developing in collaboration with Palmera will take our young visitors on a journey of exploration through the intriguing world of plants, providing them with valuable life skills and invaluable nuggets of wisdom along the way, while further enriching their experience at our one-of-a-kind edutainment city”, Mr. Nabil R. Barakat, General Manager of KidzMondo Doha said. Following up on Mr. Barakat‘s remarks, Mr. Amer Mahasen, The General Manager at Palmera Landscapes L.L.C, said: “At Palmera, we believe landscape is a language we understand best, and the drive
we have to turn any inspiration and dream into reality is how we express our belief. This is perfectly aligned with KidzMondo’s vision and creates the right environment to ensure that our ‘Botany School’ serves its purpose well and adds tremendous value to children’s memorable experiences at the upcoming Edutainment City. Our roots run as deep as our company principles and values, and we can’t wait to bring our experience to children and make a tangible difference in the lives of those we entrust with building a greener future for all.” The edutainment city’s ‘Botany School’ will teach kids aged 4 to 14 how to plant, transplant, attend to, and do the necessary work for plants to develop and give flower then fruit, as well as how to provide the earth and plants with the proper environment and care. Each ‘Kidizen’ will be given seeds, sand, a pot, water sprayer and pair of gloves, before setting foot into a specially built ‘Greenhouse’; a glass room with the right environmental factors favoring plant cultivation, where kids will learn first-hand the vital role that trees and plants play in our lives. Palmera Landscapes L.L.C was established
as an answer to the growing demand for landscaping construction and maintenance in Qatar. Since their arrival in Doha, Palmera has strived to be the best by utilizing its experience to maintain a significantly educated and technically qualified staff, complemented by a strategic operations team with an exceedingly organized and well-trained labor force. Palmera is the latest established brand to collaborate with KidzMondo Doha, towards enriching children’s experience at the indoor theme park, through a plethora of educational-yet-entertaining activities and establishments that span the entire spectrum of real-life experiences. Other celebrated local and regional brands that KidzMondo Doha has teamed up with include world-renowned air carrier Qatar Airways, QIIB, perfume company Abdul Samad Al Qurashi, grade-one licensed builder UrbaCon Trading & Contracting (UCC), one of the most widely read newspapers Al Sharq, leaders in pest management Boecker and Qatar’s leading telecommunications provider Ooredoo, helping the kid-sized city create a familiar ‘real-world’ environment for young minds to thrive in.
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DRAKE & SCULL ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF WAEL ALLAN AS THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Drake & Scull International PJSC (“DSI” or the “Company”), a regional leader in engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning, announced the resignation approval of Mr. Khaldoun Tabari from his post as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the appointment of Mr. Wael Allan, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) as the company’s new Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Wael will assume the new role which marks the final phase of a sixmonth management transition process initiated with his appointment as (COO) in the first half of the year. Mr. Tabari submitted his resignation to the board on August 2016 for approval until the new CEO appointment was finalised. Wael Allan succeeds Khaldoun Tabari, who will step down from his current role as the Group CEO and continues to serve DSI as a Non-Executive Board Member, Member of the Executive Committee, Vice-Chairman and a major shareholder. Wael Allan is an industry veteran with more than 26 years of global management experience spanning EPC
and construction across USA, Europe, Far East and the Middle East. Prior to his appointment at DSI, he served as the CEO for Arcadis Middle East, and progressed through senior management roles for reputed firms including Hyder Consulting, Skanska USA Buildings, Washington Group International and Raytheon Engineers and Constructors, amongst others. “Khaldoun’s valuable contribution towards DSI’s remarkable growth continues to inspire us and have laid the foundation of our future growth path. We are pleased to have him continue to lend his expertise and wisdom as the Vice-Chairman in guiding the company during and after the transition to the new management structure. I am confident that Wael Allan’s vision and commitment will help DSI emerge stronger, leaner and more efficient through these challenging times, drawing on his considerable 26 years of global engineering and management experience.” said Majid Al Ghurair, Chairman of DSI PJSC. Khaldoun Tabari commented on the
occasion by stating: “As we mark 50 years of our Middle East operations, I believe this is the right time to hand over to Wael Allan and the senior team that will now chart the future course of the company. I believe that our fundamentals remain robust and our clients and partners continue to value our experience and pioneering
innovations in our key markets. I would like to wish Wael and our employees well for the exciting period ahead, and thank our board, our investors and stakeholders and our employees for their support and dedication which inspired and empowered our growth and success.”
$735M GAS PROCESSING PLANT FOR SAUDI ARABIA South Korea-based Hyundai Engineering & Construction (Hyundai E&C) has won a $735M contract from Saudi Aramco to construct a gas processing plant in Saudi
Arabia. The facility will be located in Uthmaniyah, 325km east of the Saudi capital of Riyadh, and will have a capacity to process 1.4bn standard cb ft of gas daily.
According to Hyundai E&C, this contract is expected to be a catalyst to winning more bids in the Middle East as low oil prices slow new construction projects.
The project is expected to be complete at the end of 2019
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‘WHERE I SEE MYSELF’ DAMAC PROPERTIES INTRODUCES AKOYA SELFIE
DAMAC Properties today introduced AKOYA Selfie, a collection of stylish 3-bedroom villas located in a vibrant golf community at AKOYA Oxygen master development. AKOYA Selfie villas present young professionals, couples and families with a refreshing way of life, spacious living areas, low maintenance costs and modern amenities. DAMAC Properties is also presenting investors with the opportunity to buy AKOYA Selfie plots, enabling them to build their own dream homes according to their preferences and tastes. Located in AKOYA Oxygen, a worldclass golf community, AKOYA Selfie offers a world of amenities directly on residents’ doorsteps. From wide open spaces, breathtaking green escapes and retail therapy to a rainforest, hydroponic café and organic café, AKOYA Selfie is a place people can envisage themselves enjoying their home and the lifestyle it offers. AKOYA Selfie villas will go on sale on Saturday, October 8, 2016 from 2pm to 10pm in Dubai at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre, Samaya Ballroom A & B; in Abu Dhabi at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, Meeting and Conference
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Center, Podium 4, Meeting Room 3; and in Al Ain at Al Ain Rotana hotel, Lulu Majlis, Ground Floor. Ziad El Chaar, Managing Director, DAMAC Properties, said: “Launched under the theme ‘where I see myself ’, AKOYA Selfie is our latest project innovation that caters to the needs of millennials and families who seek to be part of an international golf community that offers an all-encompassing and refreshing lifestyle. Unlike most cities around the world, the millennial population in Dubai is quite significant and therefore there is a need to offer real estate products that suit their tastes and savvy lifestyle.” According to the Dubai Statistics Centre as of 2015, the median age of residents in Dubai lies between 30 and 34 years, falling well within the millennial segment of 25 to 39 years. This equates to 1.2 million and corresponds to 48% of the total population of Dubai.This high proportion of the millennial segment only reiterates their importance to the population of the emirate. According to a study on millennial first time home-buyers commissioned by Dubizzle recently, 44% of millennials intend to buy a home in the city within the next three years. Dubai’s ability to
offer a tax-free, luxurious lifestyle was one of the main reasons Dubai was highly-regarded as a place to call home amongst western expats, and the relatively high salaries and disposable income makes purchasing a first home within reach for this age group.” Facilities at AKOYA Selfie comprise private front and back gardens, separate living, dining areas and kitchen, plot title deed included with every villa, covered car parking, access to the world-class amenities of AKOYA Oxygen as well as some homes overlooking the Golf course. AKOYA Selfie villas are located less than 20 minutes drive to downtown Dubai, Mall
of the Emirates or Palm Jumeirah. Priced at AED 1.2 million and payable over three years with plot title deed with every purchase, each 3-bedroom villa offers a fantastic value as well as an attractive investment opportunity. AKOYA Oxygen is a breathtaking community in Dubai where luxurious homes will be surrounded by all things lush green. It melts away the hustle and bustle of urban life with an ecosystem that is unique in every way. Energy-efficient homes surrounded by enchanting lush greenery and cascading water features are just few of the many secrets at AKOYA Oxygen that will regale all those who live there.
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AED155 MILLION EARLY WORKS PACKAGE AWARDED TO BAUER GEOTECHNICAL SPECIALIZED FOUNDATION LLC
Aldar Properties PJSC (Aldar), Abu Dhabi’s leading listed property development, investment and Management Company, announces that it has been awarded the early works package, valued at AED 155 million, for its flagship golf and waterfront development, Yas Acres, to Bauer Geotechnical Specialized Foundation LLC. Commenting, Talal Al Dhiyebi, Chief Development Officer, Aldar Properties, said: “We are pleased to be able to award the early works package forYas Acres within six months of launching our flagship development. This is a clear endorsement of the commitment from Aldar and its partners to deliver a best in class development that is fully compliant with the new Real Estate Law in Abu Dhabi. This is an important milestone, and we look forward to Yas Acres being completed, and for our customers to be able to call it home.”
Demonstrating Aldar’s compliance with the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Law which came into force at the beginning of 2016, the award of this contract comes within six months of Aldar launching the AED 6 billion development at Abu Dhabi’s Cityscape. Furthermore, Sales & Purchase agreements for Yas Acres are the first to have been registered with Abu Dhabi Municipality, underlining the positive impact of the Real Estate Law and its ongoing implementation. Aldar develops exciting and innovative projects, such as the internationally recognized HQ building situated in the Al Raha Beach development, the Gate Towers in Shams Abu Dhabi on Al Reem Island, in addition to Yas Island’s F1 circuit. Aldar’s shares are traded on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (Stock quote: ALDAR:UH), and is a profitable, cash
generative business that provides recurring revenues, and benefits from a diverse and supportive shareholder base. Aldar operates according to high standards of corporate governance and is committed to operating a long term and sustainable business in order to provide ongoing value for its shareholders. Aldar seeks to create quality, comfortable, desirable destinations that enrich the lives of Abu Dhabi residents as well as tourists within the Emirate. Aldar is playing a leading role in the development and provision of world class retail - Yas Mall, international standard education through Aldar Academies, iconic entertainment venues such as the Yas Marina Circuit, and community amenities across its entire portfolio. Aldar is driven by a vision to be the most trusted and recognized real estate lifestyle developer in Abu Dhabi and beyond.
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EMAAR SOUTH, A SPECTACULAR GOLF DISTRICT, UNVEILED IN DUBAI SOUTH
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Global developer Emaar Properties PJSC announced Emaar South its newest megadevelopment in Dubai South, one of the city’s most sought-after destinations of the future, just minutes from the Al Maktoum International Airport and in easy proximity to the Expo 2020 Dubai site. A dedicated golf district, the nearly 7sq km Emaar South mega-development is one of the key components of the newly planned city. Emaar South will be a vibrant residential and suburban lifestyle destination, serving as home to hundreds of thousands of people expected to work in the various integrated districts of Dubai South, greater Dubai area, and in close proximity to Abu Dhabi. With the 145sq km airport city quickly taking shape, the demand for residences in Dubai South is expected to spike, which will be met by Emaar South. In addition to people working at the Al Maktoum International Airport, Aviation District and Logistics District, Emaar South will also be a magnet for the 25 million visitors who will attend Expo 2020 Dubai, and for the millions of travellers who will fly by Al Maktoum International Airport.
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The airport is billed to welcome 220 million passengers annually – making it the worlds’ largest when fully completed. The current expansion will expand capacity to 26.5 million travellers annually by 2017. Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties, said: “Emaar South is a thoughtfully planned project set in Dubai South, a purpose-built integrated urban city destination that creates a vibrant new economic platform centred on aviation and logistics services. It supports the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as a smart, integrated and connected city with a wide breadth of residential choices that caters to everyone’s needs.” He added: “The opportunities created by Dubai South will be complemented by Emaar’s new golf-course district. Through Emaar South, we are creating another worldclass integrated community that is smart and sustainable, and will generate long-term economic value.We are assigning the best-inclass designers, architects and consultants for this new residential city.”
His Excellency Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman, Dubai Aviation City Corporation and Dubai South, said: “We are happy to partner with Emaar, the region’s leading real estate developer. This association reflects the depth of our commitment to establish Dubai South as the premier destination to live, work and invest. A fully integrated, master planned city created to provide life solutions for its residents, our residential communities and real estate offerings will set a new standard in urban living. “With Emaar’s credentials of developing integrated communities and iconic projects, the synergies between Dubai South and Emaar are a well-made match that serves to fulfill our offering of providing value-added residential products across varied price points and addressing a wider demographic.” A Smart, Green District Featuring more than 15,000 residences, in a mix of tiered townhomes, townhouses, villas and apartments, Emaar South is envisaged as a smart neighbourhood. In addition to being home to thousands of people, it will create several hundred new jobs in the hospitality, retail and leisure sectors.
Interconnected through tree-lined boulevards, walking & bicycle trails, and a well-linked public transport network including autonomous vehicles for clean transport, Emaar South will feature six districts anchored by an 18-hole championship golf course & clubhouse, a number of large community parks, dedicated retail precincts, 3 & 4 star hotels assuring contemporary guest experiences, and a number of fascinating outdoor pursuits. Every aspect of the development is centred on the concept of open spaces that serve as the connective element. Other amenities that are incorporated in the masterplan include a K-12 educational institution by a premier provider and a golf villa recreational centre. Promising an urban lifestyle at a suburban pace, the new masterplanned community by Emaar is designed by the guiding principles of connectivity, accessibility, livability, sustainability and optimal residential density. The golf course has been skillfully designed to maximise golf frontage views from the villas, which includes luxury homes set in the heart of the golf course.
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MAJID AL FUTTAIM’S MALLS IN DUBAI CREATE TOYS FROM VISITOR’S PICTIONARY SKETCHES AND GIFT TO CHILDREN FROM THE RED CRESCENT CHARITY
Majid Al Futtaim’s Mall of the Emirates, City Centres Deira, Mirdif, Me’aisem and Al Shindagha successfully brought the wellloved family board game PICTIONARY to life, which saw shoppers test their artistic skills and enjoy a lot of laughs along the way. Visitors had the chance to play in teams, win great prizes and surprises, and have the opportunity for one of their original sketches to be made into a real-life plush toy. Ten sketches were chosen and brought to life to create fifty cute toys. The adorable toys were gifted to children from the local charity Red Crescent at City Centre Mirdif. The children were treated to a fun day in the mall with experiences at Little Explorers and Magic Planet as well as dinner at Romano’s Macaroni Grill. “It has been pleasure to host the group of children from the Red Crescent here at City Centre Mirdif and to see their reaction to the unique toys we created as part of the Pictionary activation,” said Fuad
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Mansoor Sharaf, Senior Director – Property Management, Shopping Malls for Majid Al Futtaim, “We delivered a whole new family experience with the life-sized version of the world famous drawing game following the success of last year’s award winning Monopoly campaign. We look forward to creating more great moments for families and children like those we have spent time with today from the Red Crescent charity” Mohammed Abdullah Alhaj Al Zarouni, General Manager, Red Crescent said, “We are always keen to participate in the activities and programs for the orphans. Today, the Red Crescent takes care of 140,000 orphans around the world across 28 countries, at the cost of AED1.5 billion. The Red Crescent in the UAE has partnered with in the global Red Crescent and Red Cross organisations since 1986 to provide care for children in this region. Our program includes more than just financial support. We focus on healthcare, education as well as psychological
care to ensure that they are given every tool to lead a successful life. I want to take this opportunity to thank Majid Al Futtaim for their humanitarian initiatives and their
continuous collaboration with us to keep giving and creating great moments to make a difference to those whom are less fortunate.”
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DUBAI OPERA HOUSE
Dubai Opera is the city’s first purpose built multi-format performing arts theatre & the definitive destination for quality entertainment productions & performances. Launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister & Ruler of Dubai, The Opera District in Downtown Dubai is set to become the cultural hub of the region & the world’s largest cultural centre. As iconic in appearance as the worldfamous Sydney Opera House, the 60,000m2 design of the Dubai Opera is a masterpiece of contemporary design & tribute to Dubai’s maritime history taking its inspiration from the traditional sailing vessels - the classic wooden dhows. The key feature & greatest design challenge is its flexible ability to transform from a 2,000 seat theatre into a concert hall & a banquet hall. Dubai Opera’s stage will host world-class talent; with opera, ballet & classical music concerts at the core. Set to open its doors on August 31st with a star-studded line up of opera & classical music, the show is already sold out.
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Mapei’s Contribution Being known as one of the most cuttingedge architectural complexes & challenging technical projects of the last couple of years, Mapei was keen to include the Dubai Opera House into our long list of prestigious & prominent projects once construction began in 2014. Installation of the natural stone for the main lobby areas & bathrooms was awarded to Sital Marble, one of the leading companies in the region specialising in natural stone. Based on our strong relationship with Sital & being their preferred choice of products, Mapei adhesives (such as Adesilex P9 for the lobby flooring & Keralastic T for the ceilings) & our extensive grout range (like Ultracolor Plus & Kerapoxy) provided the project with the perfect solution for its varied & complex grouting needs which required the use of both cementitious & epoxy grouts. One of the biggest challenges the application faced was installing large sized stones on the ceiling. The ceiling substrate being a non-traditional fibre cement board would see regular cementitious adhesives crack & debond if they were applied.
Mapei performed a pull-off test using the polyurethane adhesive Keralastic T for this application to showcase its flexibility & high-performance properties. A successful pull-off test applied directly on the ceiling using supports till the adhesive set, ensured Keralastic T being chosen for the application.
The other challenge was the complicated design of the water-jet cutting pieces combined with brass inserts. Careful precision had to be maintained, so Kerapoxy was applied to ensure the brass inserts adhered well to the stone.
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INTERTEK PARTNERS WITH BROOKFIELD MULTIPLEX AS QUALITY CONSULTANT ON AL MARYAH CENTRAL IN ABU DHABI Intertek, a Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has announced it was appointed as enclosure quality consultant on Al Maryah Central in Abu Dhabi by Brookfield Multiplex, the project’s main contractor. Due to open in 2018, Al Maryah Central is a retail-led mixed-use development owned and managed by Gulf Related, the joint venture partnership between Gulf Capital and Related Companies. Al Maryah Central, combined with The Galleria on Al Maryah Island – Abu Dhabi’s luxury shopping and dining destination, will deliver a 2.8 millionsquare-feet super-regional mall in Abu Dhabi. As part of its mandate, Intertek’s scope of work is to implement a quality assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting programme to assure the complex building performance requirements of the new mall, and compliance to the UAE Fire & Life Safety Code are fully met. This includes reviewing and approving the submittals of all façade elements such as
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glass and glazing, stone cladding, Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete Cladding (GFRC) and the different types of skylights to cover 9,000 square meters of glazing on the roof. The work also includes testing to ensure the stone types used meet the mineralogical, chemical, physical and mechanical properties required. Intertek is also providing full time factory quality control inspections for the coating systems of all the façade’s secondary steel structures. “We are very pleased to be awarded this contract and to work alongside Brookfield Multiplex” commented Michael Luna, Building & Construction, Intertek, Middle East North Africa and Pakistan. “Our goal is to exceed our customer’s expectations throughout the entire process. Utilizing some of the industry’s leading technical experts and engineers, we will verify that all parties are committed to quality in a cost efficient manner while complying with international standards.”
Intertek has expanded its Building and Construction services to offer a full-suite of product-related testing and certification capabilities, project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services. Its global
network of state of the art facilities and its highly trained scientists and engineers have developed a number of specifications, test methods, and certification programmes applied in the construction industry.
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KHALAF AHMAD AL HABTOOR RECEIVES HIS EXCELLENCY AHMED AL ZAYED
The Chairman of Al Habtoor Group, Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, welcomed His Excellency Ahmed Al Zayed, President of the Civil Service Bureau (CSB) of the Sultanate of Oman, at the Al Habtoor Group headquarters on Wednesday 7 September, 2016. His Excellency was accompanied by Saad Musa Al-Jenaibi, General Manager, QNB Oman. Also present was Sultan Al Habtoor, President, Al Habtoor Motors, and Mohammed Fadhel Al Mazrooei, Executive Director, Al Habtoor Group. His Excellency informed Chairman Al Habtoor about the benefits of investing in the Sultanate of Oman, and potential investment opportunities for the Al Habtoor Group in the country. They also discussed the Al Habtoor Group’s latest developments and economic climate in Dubai. Khalaf Al Habtoor said, “We have been focusing on our mega projects in Dubai, two of which are currently on show at Cityscape Global, the region’s most influential real estate exhibition. Al Habtoor City and The Al Habtoor Polo Resort & Club are unique and unrivalled lifestyle destinations boasting exceptional facilities. We are the pioneers of this new concept, and have seen incredible demand for our projects at Cityscape. They
will be 100 per cent completed early to midnext year.” He added, “We are working in parallel with
the growth of the UAE. The Al Habtoor Group has grown significantly over the past few years. In our hospitality division we now
have a total of 14 hotels; seven locally and seven abroad.”
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MORE CROP PER DROP FOR LESS HENNING SANDAGER, AREA MANAGING DIRECTOR GRUNDFOS MIDDLE EAST & TURKEY
INTERVIEW WITH: HENNING SANDAGER, AREA MANAGING DIRECTOR GRUNDFOS MIDDLE EAST & TURKEY
Can you tell us about your invention the IP66 Solar Inverter,and how it works? Our newly launched Solar Inverter named the (RSI) is designed to be suitable for retrofitting a solar energy source to SP pumps and is a simple way to irrigate land in a more environmentally-friendly way, with immediate cost benefits for a rapid return on investment. With today’s global urbanization and increasing population, the demand for electricity is increasing day by day. For any nation to cope with the demand, renewable energy needs to be utilized. Grundfos new off-grid IP66 Solar Inverter (RSI) converts traditionally powered SP submersible pump irrigation systems into modern solar powered installations, not only making the water supply system self-reliant and independent, but also cutting operating cost substantially in a sector where profitability is a key factor. How is this technology able to address water and energy challenges? With the unique combination of the high efficiency Grundfos pumps and the new RSI invertors, more water per watt of
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solar panels is the guaranty from Grundfos. There is an increasing focus on getting as much as possible out of irrigation systems – ‘more crop per drop.’ The needs of current and future generations cannot be met unless the world changes the way it uses energy and water. As technology gets smarter and more innovative, huge gains, both for the
environment and operating costs, can result from replacing or upgrading one simple, integral component found in every type of agricultural operation - irrigation pumps. The IP 66 rating allows the invertor to be installed outdoor. The unit’s IP66 enclosure class rating means it is resistant to dust, rain and snow, so
GRUNDFOS GULF DISTRIBUTION FZE 35 it can be installed without the usual ventilated and filter-protected weatherproof cabinet. It can therefore be placed directly beneath the solar panel array, using only a very short DC cable feed - an extremely important safety advantage for users and other site personnel. Last but not least the invertor can withstand ambient temperature upto 60 Deg C which makes it an appropriate product for the Middle East region. What are the benefits for the environment and the agricultural industry? Grundfos’ new and extended power range of solar solutions for water pumps used in irrigation are providing significant improvements to the agricultural sector. It will allow societies and farmers to increase capacity of water for food production not relying on public electricity or fuel and systems required far less operational maintenance. By this additional food security can be gained in many areas,.
Fertilizers often being the biggest cost in agriculture, Grundfos smart digital pumps help to optimize the cost of their usage through the precise dosing of these fertilizers in the ‘fertigation’ process. Fertigation, as the name implies, is the process by which fertilizers are applied with the irrigation water.The fertilizer solutions are prepared in advance in stock tanks and the solution is then injected into the irrigation water. Over-usage of fertilizers leads to money wastage and under-usage leads to lower yield. Grundfos smart digital pumps balances this by dosing only what is required. It is well known that at Grundfos we want to deliver the world to the next generation in a better state than we inherited it, and solar solutions and other smart technologies like Digital Dosing will help society in that direction.We contribute to global sustainability by pioneering technologies that improve the quality of life for people and care for the planet. Working towards a positive impact lies deep within our existence and our purpose as a business.”
What else would you like to share with us about Grundfos? Most people do not know that 10% of the total global electricity is consumed by pumps. If all the pumps in the world were replaced with the latest technology overnight, 4% of the planet’s electrical energy could be saved. In addition smart technologies such as optimized controls, censors and monitoring devices can further reduce consumption by up to 60% in many applications. We have a mission to be sustainable.That is why we have taken a strong lead in providing energy-efficient solutions and in the UAE market we are trying to engage with different public and governmental stakeholders, partly to influence but mainly also to provide support through information on what is actually possible to do today. Grundfos has been built upon the very highest values and ethics, something that can be witnessed across the entire organisation. It can also be seen in the way that Grundfos chooses to do business with its partners. In addition, how to interact with the communities in
which it operates, working together with the local and global society in order to resolves the challenges the world faces when it comes to energy and water.
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36 LOCAL NEWS
DEWA BEGINS CONSTRUCTION OF 2,400MW HASSYAN CLEAN COAL POWER STATION
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has confirmed that the ACWA Power and Harbin Electric consortium has begun construction of the 2,400 megawatt (MW) Hassyan clean coal power station, based on the Independent Power Producer (IPP) procurement model. The plant will be the first-of-its-kind in the region and is fullycompliant with set international standards, adopting the use of ultra-supercritical technology. In June, DEWA and the consortium signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), in addition to a Shareholders’ Agreement (SHA) to implement the 2,400 MW project to produce electricity using clean coal, based on the IPP model. The Project will be supported by a 25-year PPA with DEWA and the bidder has been required to put in place a secure delivery of coal to the project over the 25-year life of the PPA. Hassyan clean coal power project will have a total coal-fired capacity of 2,400 MW. The power station will be fully-operational by 2023. DEWA has instructed that the project meets flue gas emission limits more
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stringently than emission limits in the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) of the European Union and in the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Guidelines. All the necessary environmental studies have
been carried out. “DEWA selected the ACWA Power and Harbin Electric consortium as the Preferred Bidder for the 2,400 MW Hassyan Clean Coal Power Project. The consortium bid a
Levelised Cost of Electricity (LCOE) of USD 4.241 cents per kilowatt (kW), based on May 2015 coal prices,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA.
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LOOKING FORWARD TO BEING YOUR PARTNER IN POWER JUBAILI BROS WITH AROUND 40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IS A LEADING PROVIDER OF POWER SOLUTIONS IN THE MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA AND ASIA. JUBAILI BROS SERVES ITS CUSTOMERS THROUGH INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYEES, DEPLOYED IN 8 COUNTRIES WITH 26 BRANCHES AND SERVICE CENTERS AND THROUGH A STRONG DEALERS NETWORK.
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Jubaili Bros offers two brands of diesel generators: Marapco and JET which are of international standards, Powered by Perkins Engines – UK, delivering highest quality and supported by Jubaili Bros proven years of unsurpassed, reliable and consistence service. These products have set high benchmarks as preferred diesel generators to provide power solutions worldwide. Today, Jubaili Bros has the largest stock of diesel generators in the countries in which it operates. Besides, Jubaili Bros carries full stock of Mobile Light Towers, Spare Parts & Accessories, Control Modules, ATS & Synchronizing Systems, Load Banks, Fuel Tanks and customized solutions for soundproof enclosures to meet various demands of business and residential sectors, as well as highly qualified maintenance team with consistent and reliable after sales service. Jubaili Bros also designs and installs power plants to deliver reliable electricity. These power plant solutions can be categorized as standalone application or in parallel with the utility companies to serve residential and commercial sectors. Jubaili Bros has established and
maintained many major projects throughout the Middle East, Africa and Asia, supporting a broad variety of business sectors. Jubaili Bros also helps support regional infrastructure development and growth worldwide by supplying worldclass power solutions and after sales services. At Jubaili Bros, the marked expertise in the provision of high quality Electro Mechanical Solutions that are tailored to each valued customer’s power needs, is both unique and distinctive; accommodating these wide array of sectors including: Construction, Banking and Finance, Events, Food and Beverage,
Government Services, Manufacturing Industry, Oil and Gas, Petrochemical, Shipping Industry, Telecommunication, Utility Power Generation and many more. As part of the Jubaili Group, with overseas branches in Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Ghana, Qatar and Uganda, the company provides customers with service that is of international standards. With worldwide geographic representation, Jubaili Bros proudly supplies power solutions throughout the regions and looks forward to-being “Your Partner In Power”.
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38 EMITECH TECHNICAL SERVICES LLC
A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE COMMITTED TO DELIVERING EXCEPTIONAL VALUE WITHOUT COMPROMISING ON EITHER SAFETY OR QUALITY, EMITECH TECHNICAL SERVICES IS UNIVERSALLY RECOGNISED AS A WORLD-CLASS ENGINEERING COMPANY THAT WORKS TOWARDS TOTAL CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IN A SUSTAINABLE AND PROFESSIONAL MANNER.
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Serving blue-chip clients such as Etihad Airways, IKEA, Carrefour, Gulf Precast, and the Consulate General of India (Dubai), Emitech’s broad expertise has positioned it as a leading end-toend contracting company that provides optimum engineering solutions for mechanical, electrical and plumbing services, serving residential, industrial and commercial buildings within state-of-theart sustainable projects throughout the Gulf region. This expertise incorporates, but is not limited to, conceptual design / design development; planning / co-ordination of services; procurement and inspection; project management; installation; testing and commissioning; and operating and maintenance. Indeed, as a full service multi-discipline engineering firm, Emitech offers its clients the unique perspective gained when several technical disciplines come together on a project. At the present time, Emitech is working on a number of important and prestigious projects, including: • Al Zorah Golf Course Villas: The company has won the contract to
undertake the HVAC works for 42 golf course villas, with its scope of works including the supply and installation of DAIKIN DX split ducted units for the villas. • Geltec Healthcare OSD Formulations Facility: The scope of work involves complete electromechanical services, including piping works, instrumentation, low current systems, solar hot water systems, power lighting works, firefighting works, and boilers chimneys.
• G+1, 170 Townhouse Villas for Danube Properties: The supply, installation, testing and commissioning of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire-fighting, low current system, and LPG are all within its scope of works. Adopting innovative technologies from leading companies, Emitech provides added-value in every field it operates in, always acting responsibility, with integrity, fairness and accountability at all times, whatever the challenge.
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ESTABLISHED IN 2003, TECH GROUP HAS BECOME THE CONTRACTOR OF CHOICE FOR SOME OF THE BIGGEST CONSTRUCTION CLIENTS IN DUBAI AND THE NORTHERN EMIRATES.
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There are 10 business units operating under Tech Group, each with its owned asset base and individual expertise to provide complete one-stop construction solutions including aluminum and glass; ready mix and concrete blocks; petroleum trading; electrical, mechanical and plumbing services; construction and piling works; steel cut and bend; fabrication and re-baring services; sweet water supply; and interiors and joinery works. All of these business units are ISO certified, which is a testament to our unwavering commitment to applying quality management systems across the Group. With a vision to cater to the increasing demands of construction services and products, Tech Group is the largest construction group of companies based in the Northern Emirates with operations spread across the UAE. Since its inception, Tech Group has managed mega projects with a total worth close to AED 10 billion throughout the UAE. We take pride to have been associated with some of the biggest development projects, working with big construction clients like Al Habtoor Group, Deyar, BeSix, Shapoorji Palloonji, Damac, Dubai Properties, etc. In 2015, we aggressively expanded our network of operations in other emirates; and with it, increased our capacity to provide the highest quality of
construction products and services. We were able to secure projects close to AED 200 million in Dubai; in addition to more than AED 600 million worth of projects in the Northern Emirates. Moreover, an investment of AED 370 million has been secured to upgrade our assets and facilities over the next 5 years. With site offices in Dubai and Sharjah to cater to the increasing market demand, we have able representation to compete for projects against some of the biggest international names in the construction industry. Last year, we crossed half a billion mark in revenue, and are geared up to achieve at least 40% increase in revenue from the year 2015. Committed to our growth strategy, we opened our 3rd concrete block manufacturing plant last year that has increased the production capacity by an additional 1 million units per month. AED 35 million has already been invested on expanding the current fleet for the Group; new piling rigs, mixers, mobile pumps, transportation trucks and other machinery have been added to the already growing fleet. Currently, our business units are involved in over a dozen projects in Dubai, and numerous medium to large scale projects across the Northern Emirates with a total contract worth surpassing AED 700 million. We are heavily involved
with Al Zorah, which is Ajman’s flagship development project. It is a one-of-a-kind mega project that incorporates two 7-star Beach Resorts, a Jack Nicklaus designed championship golf course, luxury villas, a marina, apartment towers and huge retail centers. Some of the projects that Tech Group is currently involved in Dubai, include Akoya Villas in Dubailand, Mudon Villas, piling works for 4-star resort at the Palm and mega structures in Tecom. We are shifting our focus towards Dubai in order to expand our business operations and increase our footprint across the UAE. The way things are moving, the future looks promising and we should be able to secure more medium to large scale projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi markets very soon. Big 5 is a good platform for our industry to gain momentum, where we can facilitate our clients by showcasing our strengths. We are already receiving queries from developers and consultants across the UAE, and we are ready to cater to the incremental demand that will start flowing into the construction industry very soon. Visit us at the Big 5 at the DWTC during 21-24 November and we would be happy to help you with your construction needs.
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SETTING A NEW BENCHMARK ONE OF TODAY’S MOST RESPECTED ORGANISATIONS IN THE SPECIALIST FIELD OF CONSTRUCTION FOR THE ENERGY SECTOR, NSH FIRST OPENED ITS DOORS FOR BUSINESS IN 1978, AND SINCE THAT TIME IT HAS ENJOYED PROGRESSIVE GROWTH ACROSS BOTH THE GCC REGION AND BEYOND.
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Indeed, today its client-base reads like a ‘Who’s Who’ of the energy industry, including such blue-chip names as ExxonMobil, Total, Shell, Bechtel, KBR, Flour, DOW, Saudi ARAMCO, KNPC, ADNOC Group of companies, SABIC, Conoco Philips, and Qatar Petroleum. Almost 40 years ago, when NSH, today a part of the RP Group, was first founded, it was widely believed that only western companies could deliver oil and gas construction projects on time and to the quality standards required. The founder and today’s Chairman of the Group, Dr. Ravi Pillai, though, believed otherwise, and set about proving that local companies were also capable of handling critical and often complex projects with the highest quality workmanship, on schedule, and with unrivalled levels of health and safety. “Today, I feel proud to have proved the point, and my colleagues and I now strive to continuously set new benchmarks in the industry,” says Dr. Pillai. “It was,” he continues, “a phase of my life where all of my hard work looked to be in vain. However, the decision to move to Saudi Arabia in 1978 transformed my entire life! Like the proverbial Dick
Whittington who went to London to seek his fortune and became Lord Mayor of the city, I came to Saudi Arabia equipped only with my education and an ability to foresee opportunities. I also believed that I could pull together a team and inspire them to carry out tasks collectively to international standards. “When I first came to Saudi Arabia, the oil and gas construction industry was dominated by American and European contractors, and the capabilities of local companies were not known. Moreover, Indians were perceived to have an unfortunate tendency of making overblown promises which they could not later live up to! The prevailing notion was that Indians had great workmanship but lacked time-management and commitment. In this industry, delays meant massive losses and incremental capital expenditure. “Changing perceptions requires a lot of hard work, and perhaps my biggest achievement is that I brought about a transformation in the perception of local contractors and opened the door for many local companies to join my firm, NSH, in servicing the oil industry and
take advantage of new opportunities. We brought in the best technical minds and paired them with a meticulous time management process that saw every project getting completed on time and complying to the world’s best safety practices, along with highest standards of quality,” Dr. Pillai explains.
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NSH - PROVEN METTLE IN METICULOUS PLANNING AND EXECUTION
Today, NSH is one of the largest companies involved in industrial construction, catering to the needs of the oil and gas, refinery, petrochemical, fertiliser, cement, power desalination and steel industries in GCC, Australia and India. Additionally, the RP Group has diversified into hospitality, education, healthcare, real estate and information technology sectors. “For our success at NSH, I must thank the trust that my Saudi business partner, Sheikh Nasser S Al-Hajri, for the trust he placed in me, and the dedication and passion of my multinational team – from my managers down to my over 85,000 workers, who share my vision and understand my work mantra,” says Dr. Pillai.
in Dubai real estate and hospitality. This ongoing growth and expansion is very carefully planned, as Dr. Pillai explains: “Despite the size and spread of the Group, I have to maintain a very lean reporting structure and have direct oversight over all key units. This hands-on management has enabled us to make quick decisions, implement decisions seeamlessly, and make every employee absorb my vision, thus maintaining the strengths of a small company as we continue to grow bigger and bigger.” In fact, the RP Group has the capability
to simultaneously run more than 30 industrial projects at the same time, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and timeliness. This requires the successful handling of execution, manpower planning and management, a huge fleet of equipment, and a variety of other aspects in order to ensure that each project is treated in a standalone manner and receives the Group’s full attention at all times.
The Gulf Book Continues
GCC will continue to remain strong for at least the next 10 years. “We see plenty of opportunities in the oil & gas sector, especially in Qatar, Kuwait and Abu Dhabi. And we are positioned perfectly to capitalise on these opportunities. We are also looking at expanding our reach to the oil & gas sector in India, Australia, the United States of America, Canada and African countries. In the meantime, we continue to invest in other priority sectors, such as hospitality, real estate and IT. We are looking at adding more 5-star hotels in Dubai and India, and launching more real estate projects in Dubai. “The GCC is one of the fastest-growing populations in the world. By 2020, this population is forecast to increase by onethird, to 53 million people. The vast majority will be under 25 years of age. This robust population growth, together with the region’s affluence and its abundant natural resources, point to continued strong market demand, which in turn helps to make the GCC countries attractive prospects for foreign investors. The GCC economy is currently worth approximately US$1.4 trillion and is projected to double in value by 2020. “The Gulf boom is not over; thousands of job opportunities are arising in Gulf countries, and many new projects have been started in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi for refineries, petrochemical, railways, metro and mining, defence and solar projects. The opportunities in the GCC are abundant, and we will continue to maintain our focus and commitment,” Dr. Pillai concludes.
So what of the future? Dr. Pillai believes that the industrial construction sector in the
Awards and a Guinness World Record The RP Group has expanded its presence across national borders and today delivers an annual turnover of $5 billion from more than 20 main companies. Moreover, those companies have received numerous international awards, including the ExxonMobil‘s global ‘Best Contractor’ award and Samsung’s ‘Best Partner’ award. Recently, the RP Group set a new Guinness World Record for the world’s largest continuous concrete pour in a project in the UAE. The team worked meticulously for 42 hours and, against all odds, created history. Other recent successes include phenomenal monthly progress on a project in Jazzan in Saudi Arabia, where a new benchmark was set. There are a number of initiatives that the RP Group are working on too, so, whilst it continues to invest in existing businesses, it has also recently outlined more investment
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42 DUBAI SOLAR SHOW
THE SUN SHINES ON THE FUTURE ENERGY NEEDS OF DUBAI ORGANISED BY DUBAI ELECTRICITY AND WATER AUTHORITY (DEWA), DUBAI SOLAR SHOW, PART OF WETEX 2016, WAS DEDICATED TO SHOWCASING THE VERY LATEST SOLAR INNOVATIONS, WHILST ALSO HIGHLIGHTING SOME OF LARGEST AND MOST INNOVATIVE SOLAR PROJECTS IN REGION.
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Organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Dubai Solar Show, part of WETEX 2016, was dedicated to showcasing the very latest solar innovations, whilst also highlighting some of largest and most innovative solar projects in region. It surpassed all expectations too, with exhibitors and visitors from around the world making deals, building partnerships, reviewing the most up-todate solar-energy technologies, learning more about current and future projects in the region ... and how to get involved in these pioneering opportunities. Taking place between 4-6 October 2016 at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre, the show covered approximately 13,000m2 and underlined why now is the perfect time to be a part of this burgeoning industry in the Middle East. An Optimum Energy Source The location of Dubai within the sunbelt highlights the major role that solar energy will take in the Emirate. In
Dubai available global irradiation usable by photovoltaic (PV) technology averages out at around 2,105 kWh/m2/y (kilowatt hours per square metres per year), and the direct part of the irradiation (DNI), which is used by Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), is apptoximately1,850 kWh/m2y. These figures mean the solar energy is an optimum energy source in Dubai. This explains, as the show illustrated, why so many important projects are either planned or underway in Dubai at the present time, such as the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which was launched in January 2012 in line with the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, to enhance the sustainable development of Dubai. It also supports the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030, to diversify Dubai’s energy sources and increase the share of renewable energy in the Emirate. DEWA is constructing the Solar Park,
which is the largest renewable-energy project in the world (on a single plot), with a planned production capacity of 5000 MW upon completion in 2030. Equipped with the latest technologies in renewable and clean energy, the construction of the Solar Park will take in four phases: Phase 1 - 13MW, which was launched on 22nd October 2013; Phase 2 - 200MW, which will be launched in April 2017; and Phase 3 – which will begin operations in 2020 with a capacity of 1000MW; and Phase 4 – beginning operations in 2030 with a capacity of 5000MW, which it is envisaged will be 25% of the total energy production in Dubai. The Solar Park will include: • A Research & Development (R&D) Centre with a Solar Testing Facility, which will conduct studies to meet industrial and social requirements; lead regional efforts for scientific research on renewable energy; serve as a link between researchers and developers; develop formal channels linking
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universities to local and global research centres; and develop output strategies for innovative and productive ideas. • An Innovation Centre, created to further developing national skills in the field of energy; promote the competitive edge of businesses in Dubai, develop renewable energy technologies and supporting the region’s energy industry; spread awareness on climate change and sustainable energy; create interactive presentations and organise educational tours for visitors; and educate people about solar energy and the Solar Park, highlighting Dubai’s leading role in the field of sustainability. Educational and Training Centres are also planned, making this one of the most innovative and exciting projects in the entire solar energy industry. Shams Dubai Initiative Supporting the commitment to diversify the energy mix in Dubai by promoting the use of clean and renewable energy sources, Shams Dubai is an essential part of the Emirate’s sustainable future. Launching the initiative implements council resolution number 46 of 2014, issued by HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, to regulate the connection of solar energy to Dubai’s power grid. The initiative encourages households and building owners to install PV panels to generate electricity, and connect them to DEWA’s grid. The electricity is used on-site and the surplus is exported to DEWA’s network. 2021 and 2050 Launched as a framework for the Emirate to continue its development and methodically meet its aspirations, the Dubai Strategic Plan (DSP) 2021 comprises 660 key performance indicators that measure the achievement of the objectives and goals of the Plan in line with the national agenda and
the UAE’s goal to be ‘Number 1’ in all fields. It is a Plan that puts the people of Dubai first, while describing the future of the Emirate based on six themes: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
A city of happy, creative and empowered people. An inclusive and cohesive society. The preferred place to live, work and visit. A smart and sustainable city. A pivotal hub in the global economy. A pioneering and excellent government.
The Dubai Plan 2021 addresses all of the issues and initiatives that will enable Dubai to become a trailblazer in the world for its quality of life and excellence in governance. Milestones such as the hosting of the World Expo 2020 and other initiatives, such as My Community, which aims to transform Dubai into a city that is friendly to people with disabilities, Dubai Smart City, and many others, will contribute to making Dubai a role model for the world. Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2021 aims at making Dubai a global centre of clean energy, developing a green economy that will be the envy of every nation. The strategy consists
of five central pillars: infrastructure, legislation, funding, building capacities and skills, and an environment friendly energy mix. The infrastructure pillar, which includes the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, also includes the establishment of a new free zone under the name Dubai Green Zone, which will be dedicated to attracting research and development centres and emerging companies in the field of clean energy. The second pillar, legislation, focuses on the establishment of a legislative structure in order to support clean energy policies. This will take place in two phases: 1. Phase 1 will be implemented through the Shams Dubai Initiative, which aims to encourage building owners to place solar panels on the roofs and link them to DEWA’s main network. 2. Phase 2 includes coordination with Dubai Municipality to issue a set of decisions on the integration of consumption rationalization technology and energy production, as well as the requirement to install solar panels on the roofs of all building in Dubai by 2030.
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44 DUBAI SOLAR SHOW Funding is the third pillar, and is related to financing solutions for investment in research and development on clean energy and its applications. This pillar includes the establishment of Dubai Green Fund, worth AED 100 billion, which will contribute, through its financial resources, easy loans for investors in the clean energy sector at reduced interest rates. DEWA will ensure the demand management and economic value of the project. The fourth pillar aims to build human resource capabilities through global training programmes in the field of clean energy in cooperation with international organisations and institutes, such as the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), as well as international companies and R&D centres. The pillar will contribute to the creation of a sustainable model for research and development in the area of clean energy based on specialised human capabilities in this field. The fifth and final pillar is focused on creating an environment-friendly energy mix that comprises solar energy 25%, nuclear power 7%, clean coal 7%, and gas 61% by 2030. The mix will gradually increase the employment of clean energy sources to 75% by 2050, making Dubai the city with the least carbon footprint city in the world. This pillar
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also activates energy generation mechanisms through waste by employing state-of-the-art technologies that will contribute to the goal of turning 80% of the Emirate’s waste to energy by 2030. Sustainable Living in the Middle East Dubai is leaving no stone unturned in its quest to become the world’s No.1 environmentally friendly city, underlined by
its agreement to host the Solar Decathlon Middle East in October 2018. Solar Decathlon is an international competition run by the US Department of Energy (DoE) to design smart solarpowered buildings. Universities from around the world take part in the programme that challenges teams to design, build, and operate energy-efficient houses. The winner of the competition will be the team that best blends
affordability, consumer appeal, and design excellence with optimal energy production and efficiency. Following the agreement between the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, DEWA and the US Department of Energy, Solar Decathlon Middle East will see all of the international teams being invited to prepare their projects and proposals under the theme of ‘Sustainable Living in the Middle East’.
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SOLAR WATER SOLUTIONS The intelligent off-grid Renewable Solar Inverter (RSI) is designed to power the SP submersible pump as well as a broad range of Grundfos pumps, greatly expanding possibilities for solar energy water supply systems with low (or nearly no) operating costs.
For more information, visit us at ae.grundfos.com or email us at grundfos@emirates.net.ae
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DUBAI SOLAR SHOW 45 Dubai Solar Show 2017 Dubai Solar Show will return in 2017; between the 23rd and 25th October to be exact, in Saeed Halls 1-3 of the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Bigger than ever, growing by 30% in terms of space, covering15,081m2, the Dubai Solar Show will again be co-located with the World Green Economy Summit, whilst WETEX simultaneously take the stage in Zabeel 1-3 and Halls 1-8. With an ever increasing number of visitors arriving from all across the globe, the Dubai Solar Show 2017 will offer even more activities for participants, including technical seminars and workshops, CEO roundtable discussions, Eco-Transport Pavilion, and site tours to Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. Put the dates in your dairy today! At the Heart of an Energy Revolution Dubai is a leader in pioneering innovation, because anything that proves to be commercially and economically viable in Dubai is known to be both scalable and replicable across the region. And the Emirate’s aim to feed more solar power into its main grid – currently heavily dependent on gas-fired turbines – as part of its strategy to diversify
resources is being watched carefully by other nations across the region. Solar power will help to meet Dubai’s
power demand, while turning it further away from non-renewable energy sources. Sunlight, or solar radiation, is abundant in the clear skies
of the UAE and will be increasingly harnessed for conversion into electricity. DEWA is at the very heart of this revolution.
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TTE has ventured into green energy & sustainability sector by partnering with KYOCERA of Japan one of the leading manufacturers of solar modules in the world. TTE is authorized distributor and system integrator for the design & supply of solar energy systems and are approved by DEWA as Certified Electrical & DRRG Solar PV Installer.
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WORK BEGINS ON AL KHAIL AVENUE MALL CONSTRUCTION ON DUBAI’S NEWEST RETAIL AND ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATION, AL KHAIL AVENUE MALL, HAS NOW BEGUN, WITH MASTER DEVELOPER NAKHEEL HAVING AWARDED THE AED 1.5 BILLION CONTRACT FOR THE WORK TO DHABI CONTRACTING, A COMPANY THAT HAS BUILT ITS REPUTATION ON INTRODUCING INNOVATIVE STATE-OF-ART TECHNOLOGIES IN CONCEPT, DEVELOPMENT, DESIGN, PLANNING, SCHEDULING AND EXECUTION OF PROJECTS.
DHABI CONTRACTING LLC P.O. BOX 29608 DUBAI UAE T: +971 4 4580092 E: DHABIDXB@EIM.AE W: WWW.DHABICONTRACTING.COM
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Positioned between Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, near the Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT) community, Al Khail Avenue Mall will feature 1.2 million square feet of the very best retail, hospitality and entertainment, including a 252-room hotel. Directly connected to Al Khail Avenue and its 350 shops, restaurants and entertainment outlets, the 18-storey hotel will feature an all-day restaurant, coffee shop, lounge, outdoor terrace, pool deck gymnasium and car park. Further enhancing the expanding JVT community, the hotel and leisure club will offer residents preferential rates. It has also been confirmed that high-end British supermarket chain Waitrose will be an anchor tenant, occupying 35,000ft2 within the region’s new shopping, dining and entertainment hub. In addition, the Dubai-based Landmark Group has leased over 220,000ft2 in Al Khail Avenue Mall and will operate over 25 outlets, including such popular names as Home Centre, Centrepoint, E-max, New Look, Reiss, Fun City, Shoexpress, SportsOne and Candelite.The mall will feature a 14-screen Reel Cinemas movie complex too. A wide range of fashion, children’s, home
and electronics stores will be opening their doors for business in the mall, as will a multitude of cafes and restaurants, plus a 4000-space multi-storey car park, which can be accessed directly from Al Khail Road. Al Khail Avenue Mall is scheduled for completion in Q1 2019. Single Source Solutions Dhabi Contracting, the company constructing this blue-chip development, was established in 1983 as a ‘Special Category’ contractor in the UAE. It is renowned for being one of the most modern and best equipped contracting companies in the region, boasting a highly experienced and motivated team of engineers and support staff. The company undertakes a broad portfolio of turnkey construction projects, with in-house capabilities for specialised jobs in the fields of civil engineering works and electro-mechanical engineering works. Dhabi Contracting has the capability to complete the concept, design and site operations, from taking over sites, traditional and piled, foundation works and general construction through to final
completion and hand-over for occupation. The company has vast experience working on all types of buildings and structures, including multi-storey residential and commercial buildings in both traditional and specialised modern construction designs and finishes, plus roads, bridges, luxury villas, interior decoration, landscaping, drainage and sewer schemes, hotels, hospitals, schools and industrial complexes. It also has extensive electrical and mechanical expertise, taking in the design, planning, implementation and execution of complete installations, including, but not limited to, power plants, generation and distribution networks, industrial utilities, HVAC work, cold stores, sanitary installations, compressed air and LPG systems, electrical installations, fire alarms and fire fighting systems, and extra low voltage systems (including BMS, MATV, CCTV, telephone, sound and security systems). The sphere of the company’s activities includes industrial, commercial, institutional, high-rise residential and luxurious villa complexes, and sewerage projects.
DHABI CONTRACTING LLC 49 High Rise Towers There is M & E division in Dhabi Contracting and Steel Structural in house. Successfully complete projects include: • Ruwais Housing Complex ADNOC 3 billion, Abu Dhabi (Ruwais) • Construction of the Etisalat Telecom and Administration Building, consisting of 33 storeys and three basement levels. This project encompassed structural and non-structural works, equipment, fixtures, fittings, MEP installations, and also external parking and landscaping features. • The five-star Oceana Movenpick Hotel Dubai is a mixed-use development located on the trunk of the Palm Jumeirah. It has 248 keys, in addition to restaurants, nightclubs, business centres etc. The furnished apartments facility contains 137 units of different sizes. Both programmes benefit from underground parking, landscaping, roads and infrastructure services. The project contains two basement parking floors, with a total of 1300 car park spaces). • At Abu Dhabi Industrial City, Dhabi Construction scope of works consisted of the completion of the main centre and local centre, incorporating the construction of the administration building, telecom centre, business centre,
health clinic, mosque, cultural centre, bank units, shops and restaurants, guest house, bus terminal, central service building, central service compound, workshop compound, main gateway, compound wall etc., with an extensive area of irrigation, landscaping and paving works. • 7 Star Hotel in Georgia (Tbilisi)
• Residential Building 54 stories in Sh. Zayed road, Dubai. (Delma & Al Yassat Whatever the project, Dhabi Contracting has a philosophy that revolves around ‘single source solutions through an effective team approach’, and carries out contracts, however large or small, under its renowned guarantee of ‘Quality and on-time Completion’.
Put simply, Dhabi Contracting is a single source contractor that benefits all types of clients and developments by maximising value while creatively finding ways to reduce costs. It’s been a potent and highly sought after mix for 33 years!
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AN AWARD-WINNING DEVELOPER BINGHATTI APARTMENTS
IN A WORLD OF CONSTANT CHANGE, BINGHATTI DEVELOPERS HAS SUCCESSFULLY ADAPTED TO QUICKLY MEET MARKET NEEDS AND CAPITALISE ON THE TRENDS OF THE DUBAI PROPERTY MARKET.
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With mercantile experience dating back to 1875, the company boasts more than a century of success in delivering great value, high quality products in a timely manner. Today, this innovative Dubai-based property developer is led by a member of the third generation of the BinGhatti family, CEO and Head of Architecture Muhammad BinGhatti. Under the leadership of Mr. BinGhatti, the company began its strategic pivot from strictly working with institutional clients to providing a mixture of projects for both end users and corporate investors. As an architect, Mr. BinGhatti focused on how the design of the building could be both iconic and functional to attract the attention of the end user market. He also focused on value engineering and supply chain efficiency to cut unnecessary costs and increase the quality and speed of the developments. The company currently operates throughout the UAE with a value of more than AED 3 Billion and 20 projects. Binghatti Developers’ commitment to excellence has garnered some international attention, most recently at Cityscape Global 2016, the premier property exhibition at
Dubai World Trade Centre. The company’s ‘Binghatti Apartments’ project was announced as the Winner for the Cityscape Awards for Emerging Markets 2016, in the Built Residential High-Rise category, during the Awards Ceremony at the Conrad Hotel. More than 215 applicants from 28 countries applied for the awards, with only 3 finalists selected for the award, with one finalist from South Korea, and the other from Turkey. Binghatti Developers hopes to capitalize on winning the award and the publicity that comes with it to expand its iconic architecture portfolio and continue representing Dubai and the UAE on an international level. A Serene Setting Set within one of the fastest growing cities in the world, Binghatti Apartments stands gracefully amidst a vast residential platform in the master planned community of Dubai Silicon Oasis, the first smart city in the United Arab Emirates. Addressing the context from a social perspective, the conceptualisation of the project lends itself to a notion that underlies traditional Arabic calligraphy -
collectivity formed from a single unit. The scribe - traditionally known as ‘Khataat’ - begins with a single unit, a letter form, and multiplies that unit to form a grid, geometry or pattern. At Binghatti Apartments the letter form is conceptualised as a single cube, hence the entire building mass is manifested as a holistic gird formed by the multiplication of single cube forms. Binghatti Apartments offer residents unobstructed views of the Dubai skyline, providing a tranquil and relaxing alternative to the congested streets of the city. The 222 apartments have a number of unique layouts, including studios, one-bedroom, two- bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments, in addition to spacious duplex apartments. The development also hosts facilities for retail units on the ground floor of the building. Each apartment also has access to a number of lifestyle amenities, which are located on the top floor of the building and include a modern health club, swimming pool and Jacuzzi, a rooftop running track, plus a barbeque area and children’s play area.
BINGHATTI DEVELOPERS 51 Focused on time-honoured values and designed with a contemporary aesthetic, Binghatti Apartments stands truly unique in the diverse community of Dubai Silicon Oasis. The development is the product of a modern vision that emphasises iconic projects that blend form and function to deliver timeless elegance. The fully sold out project, based in Dubai Silicon Oasis, was completed in December of 2015. An International Showcase Binghatti Developers had the great honour of hosting H.H. Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum at Cityscape Global 2016. The company prominently showcased a number of completed and upcoming projects, as well as the Dubai Silicon Oasis community as a whole. The event also attracted the attention of local Instagram celebrity Bin Baz (@
bin_baz) who came to support Binghatti Developers and celebrate the award winning Binghatti Apartments, where he proudly resides. After winning the award, Muhammad BinGhatti commented: “We are absolutely thrilled to win our category in the 2016 Cityscape Global Awards. It is an incredible honour to be recognised for our efforts on an international level by such a prominent and reputable organisation as Cityscape Global. We worked extremely hard on Binghatti Apartments, and after successfully completing and selling out the building, this is the perfect way to honour the project and the people who worked so hard to make it a reality. We were the only finalist representing Dubai and the UAE, so we are excited to bring the award home for all the iconic architecture and amazing buildings in Dubai.” Muhammad BinGhatti also participated
in an Architectural Panel Discussion at the Cityscape Global Conference, which took place on September 5th at the Conrad Hotel. In his role as Head of Architecture, Mr. BinGhatti works personally on the designs of all Binghatti projects from start to finish with the firm’s in-house Architecture Division. The iconic designs have astounded an international audience and led to the success and expansion of Binghatti Developers. “We are here to let the world know about Binghatti. We are doing things in design, architecture, and property development that no one else has. We want them to know who we are, what we do, where we do it, how we do it, and why we do it. We’ve established ourselves as a key player in the Dubai property market, and this award has given us the opportunity to showcase our achievements on an international level,” Muhammad BinGhatti added.
The Art of Property It comes as no surprise to anyone in the industry that Muhammad BinGhatti is the leader behind one of the most pioneering and imaginative developers in the region, if not the world. For this is a man who is not only an architect, but also an artist and a poet, which allows him to see the potential for art in every aspect of human life. His primary objective is to depict ‘The Art of Property’, and in doing so lead a renaissance of property development in the region. Binghatti Developers aims to use its projects as a platform for introducing ‘The Art of Property’ to a global audience while remaining committed to its founding values of offering iconic properties with groundbreaking architectural designs, world-class materials, and unrivalled lifestyle amenities in a timely manner.
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The company’s current portfolio of more than 20 projects has a value of more than AED 3 billion, including its joint venture in the AED 1 billion Swarovski Sparkle Towers of Dubai Marina, due for completion in Q1 of 2017. The company currently operates in several areas throughout Dubai, including Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Village Circle, Liwan, and Dubai Land Residence Complex. Developments include: • Binghatti Views – 174 Apartments in Dubai Silicon Oasis, due for completion in Q4 of 2016 • Binghatti Gardens – 157 Apartments in Dubai Silicon Oasis, currently leasing • Binghatti Pearls – 313 Apartments in
Dubai Silicon Oasis, due for completion in Q1 of 2017 • Binghatti Court – 141 Apartments in Jumeriah Village Circle, starting construction • Swarovski Sparkle Towers – Luxury development in Dubai Marina, due for completion in Q1 of 2017 All of these projects are excellent examples of how Binghatti Developers continues to be committed to quality, reasonable pricing, and timely delivery. Dynamic Growth Binghatti Developers has successfully delivered projects for some of the largest banks, hotel groups and real estate funds
in the world, while also offering holistic solutions for end users. The company has proven itself as a viable alternative to some of the larger market players in Dubai, strengthening its reputation with an extensive portfolio of completed projects. The company has experienced dynamic growth in the past year and hopes to capitalise on its international recognition and the publicity that comes with it to expand its iconic architecture portfolio and continue representing Dubai and the UAE worldwide. In Dubai, the residential sector has witnessed strong demand across all segments in the past two or three years, with an increasing number of property developers
launching projects in the Emirate. However, whilst there is an excess of developers focusing on the higher end of the residential market, the demand for affordable, midsegment properties is far outpacing the available supply. Given this, it is predicted that this segment will continue to experience growth in Dubai and the region as a whole; and it is in this sector that Binghatti Developers will fuel and maintain its growth strategy, providing the last word in quality with prices that are genuinely reasonable for middle class buyers and projects that are committed to their timelines.
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EXPERIENCE THAT WILL BUILD TOMORROW CITY DIAMOND CONTRACTING IS A DYNAMIC CONSTRUCTION COMPANY WITH DIVERSE EXPERTISE AND, ESTABLISHED IN DUBAI IN 1985, HAS EARNED AN ENVIABLE REPUTATION FOR QUALITY AND DEPENDABILITY, BUILDING LONGSTANDING AND MULTUALLY BENEFICIAL PARTNERSHIPS WITH CLIENTS ACROSS A WIDE ARRAY OF SECTORS.
CITY DIAMOND CONTRACTING P.O. BOX 37927 DUBAI UAE T: +971 4 3388557 E: CDCON@EIM.AE W: WWW.CDCON.NET
City Diamond Contracting is a dynamic construction company with diverse expertise and, established in Dubai in 1985, has earned an enviable reputation for quality and dependability, building longstanding and multually beneficial partnerships with clients across a wide array of sectors. The company was created with one objective in mind: to provide the best solutions for clients by assessing their requirements and cateting to their operational and aesthetic needs. Today, City Diamond Contracting has the capacity and specialist expertise to deliver multidisciplinary projects wherever and whenever they’re required, remaining strongly motivated to provide only the finest customer service to its clients, acting as a strategic partner and not just their prefered contracting company.
barely known outside of its own borders, City Diamond Contracting has grown to employ over 1000 highly skilled and motivated personnel. Indeed, the company has grown alongside both Dubai and the UAE, as they have dramatically risen onto the world stage. City Diamond Contracting is headquartered in Business Bay, at Single Business Tower. A vertically integrated company, it has a specialisation in turnkey projects and has the in-house resources to perform all MEP and interiors work. Its
strategy is to provide a framework for its clients so that they have to deal with just one point of contact in order to execute their project requirements. Sister companies within the group – MEPTECH Electro-Mechanical Contracting, DRA Product Design Industry, and Giant Star Trading – support City Diamond Contracting in its quest to provide a superior level of control on costs, quality and time. Naturally, this also further reduces issues that can arise when dealing with external vendors.
Dramatic Growth The company’s initial job 31 years ago was constructing one of the first buildings in Jebel Ali Free Zone, and it has now moved on to complete numerous turnkey projects. Starting with just a small group of 15 people, back when Dubai was
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56 CITY DIAMOND CONTRACTING confidence, seeking to be involved in much larger projects in the UAE within the next five years. To achieve this, it is continuously working to develop its internal systems to allow it to deliver more large-scale projects in a timely and professional manner. The company is also committed to retaining its current client-base for future projects, as well as its staff and workforce, which it sees as its greatest asset. City Diamond Contracting enjoys a very high retention rate amongst its employees; evidence that confirms its reputation as a company that cares about and delivers on the safety, quality, professionalism, and development of its people.
Prestigious Contracts, Blue-Chip Clients At the present time, City Diamond Contracting is working on projects throughout Dubai, including residential, commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, logistics and G+12 towers. More specifically, the company is working on a multi-tenant facility for Dubai Aviation City Corporation in Dubai South. The project is currently around 75% complete and is expected to have seven future phases. Another project currently underway is a cold storage facility for Global Shipping & Logistics in Dubai Industrial City. This project covers 35,000m2 and has a height of 21 metres. The company is also working on numerous high-end luxury villas in the Emirates Hills, Palm Jumeirah and Pearl Jumeirah communities. In addition, it has recently completed prestigious projects in JAFZA, Technopark and DAFZA areas. The company’’s clients include such bluechip names Dnata, LALS Group, Marina Home, Volvo, Black & Decker, Swarovski, BMA International, Zodiac Aerospace, TetraPak and Emirates Airlines, underlining City Diamond Contracting’s unwavering commitment to project objectives, stakeholder requirements, and industry standards. Looking to the Future With Confidence City Diamond Contracting’s operation is based around providing clients with a simple and flexible approach to the construction of their facilities. The company adds value in terms of design and using its vast experience on each indivudual project, allowing it to provide superior control on project delivery. Business is good at the moment too, with considerable investment going into the UAE in the logistics and real estate sector. A growing population and having EXPO 2020 on the horizon is also fueling growth. In fact, it seems very likely that in the not too distant future Dubai will turn into a multi-cultural and cosmopolitan fiancial hub with a population and scale similar to
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Hong Kong, New York or London. In order to stay abreast of such a fastmoving environment, City Diamond Contracting has diversified into associated businesses such as logistics and real estate. And with regards to contracting, it continues to improve its internal processes by investing in training and new technologies. Little, wonder, therefore, that the company is looking to the future with genuine
A Unique Combination City Diamond Contracting is focused on maximising the benefits of its integrated model and leveraging its competitive advantage in each of the sectors it operates in. By maintaining a core capability across these sectors, the company is able to consistently deliver on challenging and often complex projects. It is commited to ensuring that all of its projects have a positive outcome for the societies that they become part of. And that
means understanding and implementing sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions at each opportunity. Moreover, there is a determination to embed this commitment through a sharing of knowledge and experience with both its clients and partners, as well its staff. The vertical integration of the business has ensured that the company operates with a continuity of supply and quality workmanship. It has the staff and management systems in place to ensure the success of all projects that are carried out. City Diamond Contracting also has the distinct advantage of being able to call on the resorces and expertise of other companies within the group, dictating that instead of employing outside personnel it is able to provide them internally, again giving it full control over quality standards. This is a huge advantage and adds strength to the relationship between City Diamond Contracting and its clients. Put simply, City Diamond Contracting provides the peace of mind that is essential for its clients through the unique combination of highly skilled people, diverse experience, and the company’s deep pool of resources and strong financial position.
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A LEADER IN THE MANUFACTURE AND APPLICATION OF SPECIAL CONCRETE under licence in the U.A.E. by Super Concrete Technical Services Co LLC. Consisting primarily of waste products such as blast furnace slag and fly ash, E-Crete reduces the embedded CO2 of cement by at least 80% compared to blended Portland Cement (PC). The CO2 savings are directly proportional to the level of replacement of PC by slag or fly ash. Contemporary cement technology does not allow ultra-high replacement of PC by slag and fly ash owing to their low reactivity, hence slow strength development, without the use of high levels of alkali activators. E-Crete technology overcomes these challenges by accelerating and controlling cementitious reactions such that desirable binding phases are maximised and deleterious phases are eliminated. E-Crete has been proven in a wide range of structural and non-structural premixed and precast applications. Besides its ultralow CO2 footprint, E-Crete offers exceptional resistance to chloride penetration, sulphates and fire. E-Crete can be handled and placed using conventional practice and can be specified using standard concrete design methods.
SCTS is a specialist company offering unique solutions for a range of concreting applications including Rapid Flow Self Leveling screeds, Lightweight screeds and fill, Polished concrete, Architectural flooring and environmentally friendly low or non cementitious E Crete products. Rapid Flow Self Leveling screeds produced by Mills Bowley Concrete Products LLC (MBmix) and placed by SCTS offer an attractive alternative to conventional site mixed semi dry screeds. Computerized batching and delivery through transit mixers and mobile pumps allow fast and economical application of high quality screed to exacting tolerances. Quote: Ehab Jamal – Construction Manager - ALEC ‘SCTS were tasked to supply and apply screed to our Jebel Ali Primary School project, the program required approximately 600 – 800 m2 per night which they successfully managed to do.” E-Crete™ is proprietary advanced cement, developed by the Australian company Zeobond Construction Pty Ltd and supplied
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CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY SCC considers corporate responsibility and integrity as the corner stones of its practice. OVERVIEW Shield Contracting Company (SCC) was established in 1988.
Through ethical practices and responsibility to its commitments, SCC has established market confidence and credibility.
SCC enjoys extensive experience in the development contracting practice, with 28 years of construction experience.
In addition, sec enjoys an extensive network of market relationships further enhancing its core capabilities.
SCC is certified by the competent authorities; SCC holds a first grade category construction license. Thus, SCC is qualified to engage in all kinds of building and construction contracts.
SCC holds client satisfaction as its primary objective.
CORE STRENGTH SCC is composed of a highly qualified platform of experience professionals Through an array of extensively capable engineers. SCC guarantees quality, execution and efficiency.
EXPERIENCE Having been active in Abu Dhabi construction industry for more than 28 years. SCC has gathered superior know how, both technical and managerial. SCC has completed an extensive portfolio of developments, ranging from commercial, residential high-rises to villa complexes and other specialty work.
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A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE THE GULF REGION HAS GROWN DRAMATICALLY OVER THE LAST THREE DECADES, AND TODAY BOASTS A DYNAMIC AND DIVERSIFIED ECONOMY.
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This growth has fuelled an ongoing demand for increasingly unique and innovative design and construction, with many developers now looking for more design value and technical accomplishment in their projects. The Bureau of Excellence in Architecture & Design, BEAD Architects & Engineers, was established to answer this need. First opening its doors for business in March 2008, BEAD is committed to realising the dreams of its clients while satisfying the desire for outstanding creativity and workmanship. It achieves this by merging the diverse knowledge and abilities of its people to provide imaginative solutions that are unique, practical and add value. A Potent Mix BEAD is a progressive and contemporary design firm whose defining strength is its ability to uncover solutions that are informed by a variety of perspectives, experiences, research, technologies and cultures. Providing up-to-the-minute architecture, interior design, urban planning and landscape design, structural and MEP services, the firm fosters
a high level of multidisciplinary thinking, weighing up situations from every angle in order to pinpoint opportunities to improve the design of a project, rather than just conform to the norm. This enlightened philosophy runs through the entire firm, from Founder and Managing Director Muhannad Sh. Assam, one of the leading and most inspirational designers in the region, through to a creative and ambitious design team and some of the finest
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technical and delivery people in the industry. It’s a potent mix, and provides a broad spectrum of knowledge, pro-activeness, research skills, and innovation. Every project the firm undertakes is dealt with using these elements, and in doing so it supports a fundamental belief in the power of architecture to influence the happiness and wellbeing of society.
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60 BEAD ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS fully aware that good architecture and design has the potential to address many of today’s most worrying health concerns, from asthma and depression through to injury and social inequality. Consequently, as a morally-driven practice, BEAD is convinced that it should endeavour to create exceptional architecture, as opposed to just straightforward commercial architecture.
A Sacred Profession Being a contemporary and research-based design firm, BEAD has differentiated itself from the majority of other firms, adding a valuable measure of credibility to its design services. Above all, it is its design strength that enables BEAD to deliver the standard of work that its clients value, appreciate and deserve. As the name suggests, BEAD strives to achieve optimum solutions, with the success of
the firm rooted in its ability to achieve design excellence, intelligent resolutions, and the research and implementation of technological and sustainable advancements in architecture. It believes that no product design can truly accomplish success without being thoroughly researched and analysed. With every new project opportunity, BEAD does its utmost to deliver designs that are expressive, memorable, appropriate, practical,
inspiring, and sustainable. Indeed, sustainability has been an important part of the firm’s work since its inception. As a responsible design firm, BEAD pushes ‘green’ beyond what is usually offered or expected, resulting in buildings that have the power to influence, transform and improve our quality of life. BEAD approaches the services of architecture and design as a sacred profession rather than just a commercial business. It is
A Creative Environment Based in Abu Dhabi, where the city is expanding, art is exploding, and architecture and design is cutting-edge, BEAD’s projects are a variety of mixed-use developments, residential, educational, hospitality, leisure, and governmental. And while no two projects are alike, the firm applies an all-embracing model that results in a process that is engaging and genuinely enjoyable for the client. Mangrove Elite Residence, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE Positioned at the ultimate end of luxury, the design goal of this project is to exceed the developers’ and end users’ expectations, both in immediate visual impact and longterm practicality. Each individual unit is conceived of as a rare treasure, a must have for discerning clientele. As a ‘boutique building’ it communicates a prestigious life both from the inside and the outside. Discriminating investors will choose these apartments for their visionary spaces, the luxury of being served by built-in and state-of-the-art systems, and the wide array of first-class facilities, including a private swimming pool for every apartment Al Nasser Tower, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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BEAD ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS 61 The structure of this ‘Class A’ office tower is configured to deliver the maximum available office floor-space for the site by having column-free floors spanning between vertical steel support trusses. Vertical shading fins on the west facade reduce heat gain while adding visual interest to this contemporary design. Khalidiya Tower, Abu Dhabi, UAE This minimalist piece of architecture offers luxury two and three bedroom apartments. The simple geometry is opened-up at the centre by a dramatic eight-storey high, 12-metre deep space containing, at its shelf high level, gardens and a swimming pool with a view from both above and below water level. A sophisticated cladding system gives the front of the apartments a crystal appearance, whilst the sides and rear are covered with a contrasting copper coloured cladding.The facade has been designed so that it can be beautifully lit at night. Representative Court Complex (The Diwan and Reception Building), Liwa, UAE The brief asked for a masterplan and buildings, which will be permanent with a very long life ahead of them, inspired by forts and to a certain extent by the traditional military architecture of the emirate, with consideration to given to traditional mud brick construction. The layouts have been developed to give a reassuringly solid and permanent appearance for visitors on their approach, as it represents
to the public the best of Al Gharbia and is a symbol for the Western Region. Other prestigious projects within the UAE include The Emirates National Centre of Educational Development, ENCED; Al Jurf Palace Resort and Spa, Ghantoot; a new Feed Mill (Fodder Plant) in Al Ain; Sheikh Khalifa Central Hospital, Fujairah; Men’s Colleges Campus, Abu Dhabi and Mushrid Park Residences, Abu Dhabi. Good news, of course, travels fast, and therefore BEAD’s experience and expertise is called upon by clients located in a variety of geographical locations, including a luxurious and comprehensive waterfront development in Accra, Ghana. This project will provide the capital with high-end shopping arcades, modern residential buildings, sustainable business centres, and first-class hotel and hospitality facilities, in addition to a local art and cultural centre. The contemporary design of this project will create a modern, vibrant development and become a new landmark for Accra. Other celebrated projects to be found outside of the UAE include: • Pier Museum, Miami, USA: The proposed Pier Museum site is at the end of Fifth Avenue, leading to South Beach. This sleek 100-metre long monument to immigrants – especially Cubans – points to the sea from where many of them came in search of a
better life from the 1950s through to the 1980s. As well as having a striking exterior form, the design uses daylight inside the building in an imaginative way. On entering you experience a sense of disorientation, representing the beginning of the life changing journey of an emigrant. As you journey further in, more views of the sea, more light and more positive spaces appear. The museum will exhibit the personal effects, souvenirs and photos belonging to the new generation of immigrants. • The Surau, Brunei Darussalam: A jewel in its jungle setting, the concept flows from
two elements in life itself – light and water. The building is conceived of as a white pearl embedded in the surrounding untouched forest. Its delicate shell appears to float in the sunlight, which penetrates it through its finely crafted perforations into an interior sensitively composed for religious reflection and prayer. This pearl sits in a calm pool of water. On one side, facing the Ka’aba, a crescent is engraved. At the end of the sheet of calm water stands a white minaret that shows the direction of Ka’aba. At the top of the minaret there is a simple golden crescent.
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62 BEAD ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS • Pearl La Plage Centrale: With this exciting project, BEAD has been given space equivalent to four plots on the existing ‘Pearl’ Masterplan, which it has divided into land for three spacious and superbly appointed villas. While each villa is self-contained, with its own facilities, all three share certain common amenities. This makes the project ideal as a second home for the whole family; a three-in-one home and a coastal retreat for all. The overall design style envisaged is relaxed, minimalist and modern, with open planning, spacious rooms and large openings. Furthermore, each villa at Pearl La Plage Centrale has been oriented so it looks towards the West Bay area of Doha, with views of its fabulous skyline. The ‘Go-To’ Architecture Firm BEAD’s overriding philosophy is to carry the traditional ethics of the architectural profession, while creating forward-looking progressive design masterpieces through research and innovation. Indeed, with a team that includes talented designers as well as architects, the firm transforms buildings and sites into active and vibrant places. Moreover, and in addition to its own 30+ internationally-trained design professionals
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and its own extensive resources, BEAD is highly skilled at assembling and coordinating large multi-disciplinary teams to handle largescale and complex projects. The firm is used to working with international team members whenever appropriate in order to provide the very best for its clients. BEAD strives to be each client’s go-to architecture firm; a firm that is fun and adventurous, and provides designs that enrich the human spirit, are innovative, and produce progressive multi-use, commercial and residential built environments. And whatever the challenge, the firm will customise its scope of services to the individual needs of each unique project. The firm’s hands-on approach focuses on one goal: to help clients realise their visions for buildings, landscapes, campuses, and communities. To this end, the entire BEAD team is united by the integration of client values, commitment to quality design, sound construction and sustainable design principles. The firm is known throughout the region for its design excellence and talented individuals, each of whom shares a commitment to exceptional service and the highest standards of professional practice.
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40 YEARS TOGETHER FOR TOMORROW THERE AREN’T MANY COMPANIES THAT CAN SAY THEY’VE SURVIVED 40 LONG YEARS, BUT DUBAI-BASED ANC CONTRACTING IS NOW ONE OF THEM.
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“Celebrating 40 years is an exceptional achievement, which has been made possible by the company’s highly skilled and hard working personnel,” says General Manager Mr. Aiman Sabbagh. “Of course, things have changed dramatically since we first opened our doors for business in 1976, but a big part of ANC’s success has been its ability to stay abreast of all of the latest trends, developments and demands of the industry.” A division on ANC Holdings, ANC Contracting has contributed significantly to the shaping of the modern Dubai skyline over the past four decades, with an enviable portfolio of completed projects that include high-rise office and residential, corporate headquarters, hotels, and commercial buildings. Its many projects include Horizon Tower, Al Bustan Hotel, Emirates Aviation Training Centre, Forte Grand Hotel, Al Tayer Motor Complex, the International Marine Club, and most recently King’s School in Al Barsha, Bahwan Tower in Burj Khalifah District and a prestigious Sharia’a Compliant Hotel in Palm Jumeirah. The company has successfully completed in excess of 200 projects for high profile clients and mega developers, with a total value exceeding AED 25 billion.
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There to Take the Challenge A leading construction and project development company, ANC Contracting has delivered a wide range of projects for all kinds of clients, including multinationals and major developers. Indeed, it is a company that has grown and expanded consistently over the years, not only in terms of staff and size of contract, but geographically too.Today, ANC Contracting has operations in Dubai, with offices also in Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia and India.
So what is the company’s ‘secret’ to achieving such long-term success? First of all, ANC Contracting is able to meet the unique challenges in today’s marketplace, with an enviable reputation, financial stability, creative construction, and value engineering. It is known throughout all of the territories in which it operates for the integrity of its relationships, which are based on a solid history of on-time, on-budget construction in tandem with outstanding management skills.
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Indeed, ANC Contracting has always been renowned for the superior management and technical skills of its executives, senior management team, architects and engineers. Furthermore, everyone within the team has vast experience and a superb knowledge of the local culture, as well as unrivalled building construction and engineering know-how. It is a company also constantly looking to the future, ready to raise the bar even higher with regards to customer service and quality workmanship. “It’s great to have reached 40,” said Mr. Sabbagh, “and it’s energised us to be ready for the next 40 years!” That’s why ANC Contracting is always on the front foot; ready to tackle new frontiers and add to what is an incredible tradition of building projects that often set new benchmarks for the entire industry.
In addition to high calibre workmanship and customer satisfaction, the company is also committed to the continuous improvement of the environment and every effort is made to minimise the environmental impact that its work may cause. This constant quest for perfection does not
go unnoticed either. Alan Williamson, Principal at Kings’ School Al Barsha, for instance wrote: ‘ANC has built Kings’ School Al Barsha to an outstanding level of quality. The school, which presently supports 1400 students and 200 staff, is situated in an incredible location
on the Umm Sequiem Road in Al Barsha. It is a wonderfully designed building with a flow of energy through its rounded corridors, open and blended learning facilities and a stimulating environment. The main circular building focuses in on an incredible internal auditorium with a spectacular amphitheatre. Running off from this area are carefully designed internal ‘streets’ leading the children to Expressive Arts facilities and a magnificent Sports Centre with Gym and Dance Halls. From the canteen area there are spectacular uninterrupted views of the city beyond the largest land footage in Dubai, if not the UAE, for competitive sport. Attention-todetail includes significant features added by ANC, such as the school colours emblazoned onto the Netball Courts. The finishing is high quality throughout all of the buildings, with a tasteful fusion of glass, wood and metal structures, and a design that complements both the city and the ambitions of the children who are, as a consequence, inspired to learn in such stimulating surroundings. The school has separate Foundation, Primary and Secondary faculties all constructed skilfully and tastefully by ANC. These integral parts are linked carefully by design and construction. The tasteful use of red sandstone brick, metal and glass by ANC sets the school carefully in the surrounding environment.
Quality is the Key At the forefront of the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, ANC Contracting include general contracting delivered through design-bid-build and design-build, construction management and administration, project/programme management, and building forensics. The company’s in-house capability in architecture and engineering provides its clients with ability to create quality buildings in every aspect. And quality really is the key, and is at the very heart of the ANC Contracting business philosophy. The company takes pride in what it does, and that pride is reflected in the quality of its work. Put simply, it is a firm that loves building great projects, with great teams and great relationships, and providing great value! High-quality workmanship is at the core of its business. The hard won reputation of ANC Contracting depends on it.
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66 ANC CONTRACTING LLC ANC were a pleasure to engage with in relation to post design requests to alter design scopes when challenges occurred relating to subsequent demands on teaching and learning. An operations group worked in partnership with school leaders and ANC Construction to ensure that the ambitions of Kings’ Education to deliver an outstanding standard of teaching and learning are met at all times, with architectural planning and the practicalities and consequent challenges of construction. The highlights of the building construction include the Sports Hall, the Auditorium, a spectacular Secondary Library, a ‘Black Box Theatre’, the flowing corridor spaces and breakout rooms, spectacular receptions, and the internal Foundation and Primary learning spaces. In 2017, due to increasing role and the enormous popularity of Kings’ Education in Dubai, the campus at Al Barsha will expand further with additional classrooms, a third swimming pool, and an incredible internal theatre and production space that will host the city’s first Drama School. School buildings are ultimately only as good as the teachers and students that live within the created spaces. However, there is no doubt that this ANC construction inspires, motivates and enhances student learning and facilitates teachers with the maximum opportunities to deliver high quality learning. As Principal, I would have no hesitation in
encouraging other educational organisations to use ANC given their expertise and knowledge in school design and build.’ Internationally recognised as a contractor with high sustainability standards and methodologies, the ANC Contracting expert team helps clients to reduce the environmental impacts of the design, construction and use of buildings over their entire lifecycles.
A Culture of Success The AEC industry overall, and contracting in particular, are very challenging business sectors, as they involve numerous trades, disciplines and activities, where meticulous management and synchronization of all matters involved are key to their success. Like most of its competitors, ANC Contracting continues to face challenges where its team stands shoulder to shoulder in full collaboration to keep moving forward and learn from their past experiences. This helps to mitigate risks and avoid encountering issues that are avoidable if work is pre-planned, wisely chartered and thoroughly managed. The executive management has an established culture of success. However, this is not looked upon as an entitlement, but something they need to earn every day. The whole team is sensitive to the pressures that its customers are under, and will do everything individually and collectively to exceed their expectations.
To capitalise on the many opportunities in both Dubai and further afield, the executive management team has a vision to take ANC Contracting to new levels, and to stand above peers as a firm that offers one of the best work environments and the ability to overcome every challenge, no matter how complex. To achieve this, ANC Contracting constantly analyses every aspect of the business and incorporates state-of-the-art management techniques, construction methodologies and A/E services that distinguish it from the rest.
A Remarkable Record For 40 years, ANC Contracting has been lowering the stress of its clients while raising its profile as one of Gulf region’s AEC companies. It is determined to lead the way as a highly respected and resourced company that
provides innovative solutions, service and value to clients and communities. Employing close to 3000 highly motivated personnel, ANC Contracting has earned a clear-cut reputation for excellence, along with a remarkable record for consistently bringing in large scale projects on-time and within budget. Its construction professionals attach great importance to client objectives and always keep their best interests at heart. It goes without saying that there are no shortcuts to excellence. It is attention to detail that makes the difference in construction, as in life, and separates the good from the great. ANC Contracting is passionate about doing whatever it takes to accomplish every single detail of a construction project the right way ... every single time.
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Emitech was entrusted for executing MEP works for the Academic Institute Kings’ School, Al Barsha. The school is spread over massive area with facilities comprising of Class Rooms, Science labs, Libraries, Auditoriums, Art Rooms, Swimming Pool & host of sports fields. The school has been provided with energy efficient Daikin VRV Air-conditioning System and equipped with Solar Water Heating System from Gauzer Energy - Greece for its entire hot water requirement. Emitech represents world renowned leading brand Daikin & Gauzer in the UAE.
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