Gulf Construction articles from August 2008

Gulf Construction archives from August 2008

Bell Equipment opens Bahrain office.
August 3, 2008... Bell Equipment has opened its office in Bahrain as part of its plans to enhance its standing in the articulated dumptruck (ADT) market in the Middle East. The move is part of a long-term business strategy, which has been in development since...

City Cool wins $172m Bay La Sun contract.
August 3, 2008... City Cool, a leading UAE-based district cooling provider and a subsidiary of Al Rajhi Investment Group, has signed a BD65 million ($172.39 million) agreement with Emaar The Economic City (Emaar EC) to provide state-of-the-art district cooling...

Emaar awards Al Khobar Lakes villa contract.
August 3, 2008... Emaar Middle East has awarded the construction contracts for the first two residential villages in its Al Khobar Lakes development to several leading Saudi Arabian contractors. The initial construction will focus on more than 470 villas that...

GCS marks three decades of success.
August 3, 2008... Gulf Cooperation Symbols (GCS) Contracting, which is completing three decades of services in Saudi Arabias construction sector this year, is currently carrying out several works in the kingdom with a focus on quality and timely completion....

LG, Honeywell join hands.
August 3, 2008... LG Electronics, a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, and Honeywell, a leading manufacturer in automation and control solutions, have announced a strategic partnership to further enhance their range of building...

Oman doubles Duqm port project allocation.
August 3, 2008... Oman has almost doubled its allocation for the Duqm Port and Dry Dock project from RO368.9 million ($958.344 million) to RO700 million to allow for the development of a world-scale maritime gateway on the sultanates south-eastern coast. Duqms...

UPDATE.
August 3, 2008... Work starts on Entertainment City Qatar-based Redco International Company has started work on the first phase of the preliminary infrastructure package of the Qatar Entertainment City (QEC) project. Work on the first phase is expected to be...

Ajman Uptown contract awarded.
August 3, 2008... Sweet Homes has awarded a Dh2.2 billion ($598.90 million) contract to Sweet Homes General Contracting (SHGC) for the construction of its flagship project Ajman Uptown. The groundbreaking ceremony, held recently to commemorate the start of...

Damac avails Conins services for Green Park.
August 3, 2008... Damac Properties has awarded Incorporated Consulting Engineers Conin, the consultancy agreement for its Green Park development in Jumeirah Village. Green Park, a residential development comprising a four-storey building, will be located in a...

Danube announces major diversification plans.
August 3, 2008... Danube Building Materials has announced plans to invest Dh50 million ($13.61 million), in aluminium and glass manufacturing by next year. In line with its growth strategy for the region, Danube Building Materials, which is a leader in the...

Deerfields appoints consultant consortium.
August 3, 2008... A consortium of consultants has been appointed for Deerfields Town Square, a Dh1 billion ($272.23 million) mixed-use project by MBI and set to come up in Abu Dhabi As the lead consultant, MR Group will oversee the conceptual design,...

Emirates Glass starts work on new HQ.
August 3, 2008... Emirates Glass (EGL) has announced the commencement of work at its new Dh175 million ($47.64 million), state-of-the-art plant and headquarters at the Dubai Investments Park The facility will also house Lumiglass Industries During the...

Iris mist set to rise at maritime city.
August 3, 2008... IRIS, a leading property developer, has launched its Dh2.5 billion ($680.57 million) residential development, Iris Mist at Dubais Maritime City. Designed by renowned architects Atkins, Iris Mist will be the first development in this region to...

lake central ahead of schedule.
August 3, 2008... UAE-based Fakhruddin Properties says that the development of its landmark Dh800 million ($217.8 million) Lake Central project in Dubai is ahead of schedule and on target for completion by late next year The next phase, which covers...

Mammut gets green friendly.
August 3, 2008... The newly-formed Mammut Construction Group (MCG) will work on energy conservation strategies that will help it minimise the impact that its activities will have on the environment, says a company spokesman. MCG specialises in general...

Manital has a handle on iconic Burj Dubai.
August 3, 2008... Manital, the handle manufacturing company from Italy, has just added itself to the list of companies associated with the Burj Dubai, a prestigious project designed by Adrian Smith for Skidmore Owings and Merrill. Competing against numerous...

mina rashid dredging contract awarded.
August 3, 2008... Nakheel has awarded a major contract at Dubais Mina Rashid to a joint venture of Dredging International and Boskalis Westminster Middle East. The contract, worth Dh2.2 billion ($598.90 million) will entail a sizeable amount of land...

Sahara Centre launches $1.36bn expansion plan.
August 3, 2008... Sahara Centre has launched the new expansion phase of its Dh5 billion ($1.36 billion) Sahara City project, the largest real estate and commercial project in Sharjah Once complete, the Sahara City project, spread across 1 million sq ft of...

Starwood in $680m Baccarat hotel deal.
August 3, 2008... Dubai Pearl, a consortium of investors led by Al Fahim Group, has signed an agreement with US-based Starwood Capital Group to develop the Dh2.5 billion ($680 million) Baccarat Hotel and Residences at Dubai Pearl Scheduled for completion...

The Cube shapes up at dsc.
August 3, 2008... Schletterer Wellness and Spa Design has announced plans to set up a state-of-the-art Sports-Medical spa in Dubai Sports City (DSC) The project is being developed in association with leading German development company BMG Group, and is...

UPC launches programme for sustainable buildings.
August 3, 2008... The Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC), along with the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD), Abu Dhabi Municipality, and Masdar, has announced Estidama, a programme for sustainable buildings and communities for Abu Dhabi Estidama,...

UPDATE.
August 3, 2008... Concreting begins on Emal potroom Concrete work was started on Emirates Aluminium (Emal)s potroom, a critical part of the production facility, at Taweelah, Abu Dhabi. By the end of Phase One in 2010, 700,000 tonnes of aluminium will be...

Work set to start on Bloom Gardens development.
August 3, 2008... Bloom Properties, the joint real estate development arm of the National Holding and Emirates International Investment Company (EIIC), has recently launched a luxury residential development under the name of Bloom Gardens along the Eastern...

Big 5 PMV attracts 300 exhibitors.
August 3, 2008... Over 300 leading PMV suppliers will showcase the latest in products and services when they arrive at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre for this years Big 5 PMV from November 23 to 27 The Big 5 PMV exhibition is the regions premier...

seminar focuses on safety.
August 3, 2008... A best-practice seminar on fire protection and gas detection held in Oman last month by Electroman and Tyco Fire and Integrated solutions focused on the latest standards and digital addressable fire detection systems. The seminar was attended...

DIARY OF EVENTS.
August 3, 2008... AUGUST 1-3: HIA Home Building and Renovation Expo at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Australia 2-4: Furniture Asia 2008 at the Karachi Expo Centre, Pakistan 3-5: KEM Expo, a furniture and accessories show, at...

EPCM is the way to go.
August 3, 2008... Owners and lenders are becoming increasingly receptive to the idea of offering engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) contracts, as opposed to EPC contracts, for the advantages it offers, writes JONATHAN BRUFAL* The...

Green Vision.
August 3, 2008... The richest emirate in the UAE has embarked on a green drive, spurring the development of projects and technologies that are expected to have a great impact on sustainable development projects being pursued across the globe Astunning...

ABU DHABI AT A GLANCE.
August 3, 2008... Abu Dhabi Central Market Reconstruction three towers Aldar Properties 700 Execution BDSP Arabian Construction Company (ACC) Oct 2007 Oct 2009 Abu Dhabi Corniche Nation Towers International Capital Trading (ICT) 817 Bidding KEO International...

Zero Carbon.
August 3, 2008... The worlds first zero-carbon, zero-waste city is no longer just a vision or an idea, it is now a steadily emerging reality, a senior official of Masdar tells Gulf Construction We are piling for the first building of the Masdar Institute...

Paradise Island.
August 3, 2008... Infrastructure work, including the construction of the 10-lane Saadiyat Bridge, is well under way on Saadiyat Island, as Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), the master developer of this 27 sq km natural island, moves ahead with...

Saadiyat Quick Facts.
August 3, 2008... Saadiyat includes the following seven districts delivering a multitude of experiences with complementary environments and all connected by a palm-lined arterial freeway: Cultural District, a global cultural hub, which will be home to the...

Hospitality Retreat.
August 3, 2008... THE St Regis brand of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has recently entered into an agreement with Abu Dhabis Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), to manage the latters luxurious, five-star St Regis Hotel & Residences Saadiyat...

All Roads Lead to Reem.
August 3, 2008... Construction of the first phase of Reem Islands regional roads network and utilities is on target for completion next year, a senior official of Bunya, the resident regulatory authority and regional infrastructure developer for Reem Island,...

The Helix to rise on Reem.
August 3, 2008... Two elliptical towers known as The Helix that will create a spiralled effect through the unique balcony design settings of each apartment unit have recently launched on Al Reem Island by real estate developer Arady The inspiration behind...

Formula for success.
August 3, 2008... Phase One infrastructure work on Abu Dhabis multi-faceted entertainment destination Yas Island is progressing on schedule, according to its developer Aldar Properties Key milestones have been achieved on the multi-billion-dollar project,...

Lulus Back In Town.
August 3, 2008... Plans to redevelop Lulu Island have been revived with Sorouh Real Estate, one of Abu Dhabis leading real estate developers, now fielding an initial concept model that turned quite a few heads at the recent Cityscape Abu Dhabi A giant 96...

Liebherr blazes a trail with landmark projects.
August 3, 2008... Five Liebherr tower cranes are being used for site lifting duties on the 324-m-high Landmark tower, Abu Dhabis second tallest building. These include three luffing jib models and two Liebherr 280 EC-H tower cranes Probably the most...

Corus roofs for Adnec Phase Two.
August 3, 2008... Some 60,000 sq m of Kalzip is currently being installed for Phase Two expansion of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec), which is one of the worlds most modern exhibition centres This boosts the already impressive figure of...

Edsas timeless art shines at Shangri-La.
August 3, 2008... EDSA, a major international planning and landscape architecture firm, has used its extensive experience gained over nearly 50 years to bring timelessness and refined elegance to Abu Dhabis Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, which opened last...

Linnhoff gets on the fast track.
August 3, 2008... Linnhoff Technologies of Singapore has won a contract to supply an asphalt batching plant to the International Grand Prix circuit now under construction at Abu Dhabi The plant, a Linnhoff LH3000, will be the sole unit supplying asphalt...

Porcellan set to open new facility in the UAE.
August 3, 2008... Preparations are well under way for the commissioning of the Porcellan plant in Abu Dhabi, which is scheduled to take place this month, a senior official of Porcellan tells Gulf Construction. Following the commissioning, trial and commercial...

CFRP safety rests on careful reinforcement.
August 3, 2008... Ibrahim Mahfouz, who has played a pivotal role in helping develop a fire protection system that can be used to protect CFRP-strengthened structures, elaborates why and how these structures should be reinforced The need for efficient...

Batterjee to introduce world-class security.
August 3, 2008... Saudi-based Batterjee Security Products (BSP), a division of AM Batterjee Group, has recently signed an agreement with South Africa-based Nortech International to introduce world-class security products and electronic systems in the kingdom....

Enigmas new Skyline offers faster response.
August 3, 2008... Enigma Vehicle Systems has launched the new wholly-Internet-based Version 6.0 of its successful Skyline GPS advanced tracking and security system, offering faster response, better functionality and enhanced flexibility through increased data...

Jackson names agent.
August 3, 2008... UK-based Jackson Products, the European subsidiary of Jackson Products of the US a global manufacturer and distributor of personal, industrial and traffic safety products has appointed Pan Gulf Welding Solutions (PGWS) based in Al Khobar,...

BASF banks on proven solutions.
August 3, 2008... With luxury developments making stringent demands for materials that are long-lasting, aesthetic and easy to maintain, chemical companies have to be innovative to stay ahead, says BASF While excellence in design and construction are...

Assarain completes work on Oman parks.
August 3, 2008... As part of Muscat Municipalitys initiative to improve play facilities for children in Oman, Assarain Concrete Products (ACP) has recently commissioned state-of-the-art, high-quality HAGS play equipment from Sweden at Qurum Natural Park and Al...

On a par with the very best.
August 3, 2008... Riffa Views, a stunning golfing residential development, is destined to become Bahrains first-ever green gated community when completed next year. Gulf Construction presents a special report on this landmark real estate project. A desert...

Mace ensures project progresses to plan.
August 3, 2008... As project manager of the Riffa Views development, Mace International has been ensuring that the project progresses as per plan from concept right through to completion, Since it was awarded the contract in July 2005 by the client Riffa Views...

MSCEB undertakes detailed design work.
August 3, 2008... Having already played a key role in designing some of the key components of the Riffa Views project, leading local architectural and engineering firm Mohamed Salahuddin Consulting Engineering Bureau (MSCEB) is keeping a close watch to ensure...

Hyder adds landmark to impressive portfolio.
August 3, 2008... The Middle East office of Hyder Consulting, a leading advisory and design consultancy organisation, has added another landmark project to its impressive portfolio through its association with the Riffa Views project At the development,...

Striking architecture from ETEC.
August 3, 2008... The Bahrain office of ETEC Etudes Techniques, a leading engineering consultancy firm, is busy with site supervision works of a few key components within the Riffa Views development to ensure that the project is completed on schedule. The...

Horizon creates elegant interiors.
August 3, 2008... One of the features of the Riffa Views estates is that customers are given a choice of elegant and classy interior finishes that reflect their personal taste in the finishes of their villas, according to an official of horizoninteriors ...

Cybroc executing major components.
August 3, 2008... The Bahrain office of Cyprus Building and Road Construction Company (Cybroc) is associated with three main components, with a total value of BD40.10 million ($106.371 million), of the Riffa Views project two of which are nearing completion,...

GPZ-Sembawang finishing structures.
August 3, 2008... A joint venture of GPZ (G P Zachariades Overseas) and Sembawang Engineers and Constructors is busy finishing the structural work on The Lagoons Estate at the Riffa Views. The BD43 million ($114 million) construction deal for The Lagoons...

Braemer Nass works on signature course.
August 3, 2008... Braemar Nass, the Scottish-Bahraini golf course construction company, is close to completing the Montgomerie Championship Course at Royal Golf Club, Riffa Views. Although, the Colin Montgomerie-design is expected to open to members and guests...

Alkomed works on diverse tasks.
August 3, 2008... Alkomeds varied experience, reliability and safety culture were essential factors that ensured its success in securing the deal to help transform a functional oilfield area into a site that would become home to a luxury residential and...

PCC builds the premier facilities.
August 3, 2008... Under three contracts worth BD17.5 million ($46.4 million), Poullaides Construction Company (PCC) is building premier villas and associated amenities including a mosque and various shops at The Park Estate within the Riffa Views development....

Al Zeera tackles Olympic-sized task.
August 3, 2008... Three Olympic-sized swimming pools are taking shape at Riffa Views using the expertise of Bahrain-based Al Zeera International Pools, which has been specialising in the construction of pools for the past 10 years The first of these 25 m...

Berger adds colour to luxury villas.
August 3, 2008... The Bahrain unit of Berger Paints, one of the leading paint manufacturers, is currently undertaking the painting contract for both the exteriors and interiors of the villas of the Riffa Views project. The BD500,000 ($1.32 million) contract,...

Alyusuf group busy with finishing works.
August 3, 2008... Alyusuf Decor has commenced work on the ceilings and partitions for the villas at The Oasis and The Lagoons estates within the Riffa Views project, becoming one of the first companies to be associated with the finishing works on the massive...

Steel firm weighs in with 12,000 tonnes.
August 3, 2008... Having launched into the rebar cut-and-bend business a few years ago, Abdali Essa Al Nooh Cut and Bend Steel Factory is on course to establish itself as one of the leaders in the field. The division, which started its association with the...

Quality kitchen units are installed.
August 3, 2008... Kitchen Magic, a division of Adel Fakhro and Sons, a state-of-the-art kitchens supplier in Bahrain, is currently installing the kitchen units and worktops for the lavish villas at the Riffa Views development One of the unique features of...

Future Pipe wins mega Gulf deals.
August 3, 2008... Through supplying multi-million-dollar fibreglass piping systems contracts for some of the leading projects in the Arabian Gulf, Future Pipes Industries has established itself as one of the major players in its sector Future Pipe...

BHR Group to hold first conference.
August 3, 2008... The organiser of a conference that aims to provide a unique forum for the leading industrial exponents of pipeline integrity and the related disciplines of design, risk assessment, operation, inspection and maintenance has issued a call for...

huntingdon expands plugs range.
August 3, 2008... Huntingdon Fusion Technique Limited has through its Pipestoppers design group introduced changes to its popular aluminium expanding pipe plugs. The changes would mean that the range will now extend from 1.5 inches to an increased size of 36...

Bahrain Plumbing promotes new range.
August 3, 2008... Bahrain Plumbing, which supplies a wide range of plumbing systems, PPR (polypropylene random) pipes, PVC, floor trips, grease/oil separators, soundproof pipes from a number of reputed companies, is promoting a range of plumbing solutions for...

Dow unveils dowlex pe-rt products.
August 3, 2008... The Middle East office of Dow Chemical Company has recently launched Dowlex PE-RT (polyethylene of raised temperature resistance), a class of polyethylene that can be used for pipe applications in the high temperatures prevalent in the Middle...

Wolffkran gets busy in the region.
August 3, 2008... Leading German crane manufacturer Wolffkran has boosted its presence in the region through its joint venture with the Kanoo Group and is currently associated with some of the mega projects in the UAE Just 15 months after beginning...

Al Mahroos promotes unic cranes.
August 3, 2008... M H Al Mahroos, a leading Bahrain-based total solutions provider in the field of construction and industrial machinery, offers an extensive range of Unic truck-mounted cranes from Furukawa Unic Corporation of Japan to meet the diverse market...

New operator display enhances crane safety.
August 3, 2008... SMIE, which specialises in safety and drivers support systems and accessories for tower cranes, has introduced an advanced operator display unit, which is designed primarily to keep the operator constantly informed of critical crane...

Case displays popular construction line.
August 3, 2008... Case, a world leader in the construction machinery sector and now part of the Fiat group, recently displayed some of its latest as well as its most popular machines during the Case Eagle Days, held at Fiats Balocco test facility in Italy....

Genie unveils its latest telehandler.
August 3, 2008... Genies latest addition to its world-class line-up of world-class telehandlers created for the rental market, the new GTH-4017 SX offers increased power and manoeuvrability, and a compact design, making it ideal for congested jobsites, says a...

RedSky IT launches Informate software.
August 3, 2008... RedSky IT, an $80 million turnover construction software specialist business, headquartered in the UK with offices in the US and in Dubai, has recently launched Informate in the Middle East, a content and document management software for the...

PROJECT WATCH.
August 3, 2008... Bahrain Abraj Al Lulu Owner: Pearl Real Estate Development Company Budget: $252 million Scope: The project calls for the design and construction of three multi-storey residential towers, which will cover an area of 200,000 sq ft. The...

TENDERS.
August 3, 2008... Bahrain Tender No 12/2008. Construction of administrative offices at the Survey & Land Registration Bureau (SLRB). Bid bond is BD1,000. Documents can be obtained from the SLRB, Finance Resources, Fourth Floor, Delmon Tower, Manama, by payment...