The Galleries Dan McAlister tours The Galleries; a mixed use development by Dubai-based Limitless, that forms part of the 6.5 million sqm Downtown Jebel Ali “We have approximately 8000 square feet of commercial and retail area spread over four identical buildings. We are trying to achieve a business hub in this area for the large multinational … [Read more...]
Part of the strategic plan implemented by Kuwait’s Ministry of Public Works, the Jahra Development project will transform Kuwait’s existing Jahra Road into a single highway in five years. Located in the western region of the country, the project comprises both road works and a number of utilities projects (see below). The aim is to segregate bypass … [Read more...]
After being awarded a sub-contract by HBK to carry out the design, supply and installation of the post-tensioned slabs in the International Islamic Bank (IIB) tower, Qatar, post-tensioning specialist VSL has now completed 36 of the building’s 44 floors. With responsibility of the slabs material supply, equipment provision, design and detailing, VSL … [Read more...]
Just a month after successfully completing Dubai-based villa project Victory Heights, Diar Consult has already occupied 771 of the homes In response to the drastic increase of foreign workers in the UAE since 2006 – reaching a total of 8.26 million, representing 88.5% of the population – Diar Consult took responsibility for the master planning and … [Read more...]
During the 11th annual Airport Show, held in Dubai last month engineering group Cavotec reported a number of achievements, including a contract to supply its advanced ground support for the world’s largest Emirates Airlines terminal and an award for the best emerging market airport equipment service provider — focussing specifically on … [Read more...]
While the UAE government has been preparing for the 71% increase in primary energy demand by 2019 and the US $2.2 trillion price tag it is anticipated to create, Royal City Contracting L.L.C (RCC) has been developing an air tight form of … [Read more...]
High profile tenants have begun fit out work on 1.9 million square feet i-rise Tower, located in Dubai’s TECOM C district. The iconic 36 storey executive tower, developed by Realty Capital Middle East, has been designed to maximise daylight in all office spaces and offer panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf and ‘New Dubai’ skyline. It is also located … [Read more...]
Challenged with building the first phase of Manipal University’s new campus in ten months, contractors Sobha targeted their formwork requirements to meet a tight deadline. When Manipal University embarked on a plan to build a new campus in Dubai, time was of the essence. The plan was to construct a two-block science and technology department with a … [Read more...]
One market that has proven to be continually robust is Saudi Arabia’s. Currently the largest construction market in the region, official figures estimate its value will reach US$63 billion by 2012. From March 21-25, the biggest international brands including JCB, Saudi Diesel Equipment, Rolaco, Kanoo and Zahid Tractor took over a 40,000 square meter … [Read more...]
Since the concept was delivered in 2007, progress on Damac’s Burjside Boulevard has been rapid, with construction beginning in March 2010 and interior fit-outs due to begin early 2012. On Damac’s first serviced apartments, the developer is responsible for both the frame and fixtures, fittings and equipment (FFE). “During the construction period we … [Read more...]
The GCC will require an additional 100GW of power over the coming decade as demand increases 58% on 2006 levels. Current fossil fuel consumption rates have catapulted all six GCC countries to the top 25 list of polluters in the world, and the needs of burgeoning population and industry will feed requirements further. Melanie Mingas investigates the viability of alternative energy projects in the region
With exhibition season well under way, thousands of foreign suppliers are visiting the region to find new markets for their products. The Big Project presents the complete guide to the region’s distribution giants and establishing those all important networks.
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