Gulf Construction articles from August 2009

Gulf Construction archives from August 2009

Berger unveils new floor coating system.
August 1, 2009... BERGER Paints launched its new floor coating system range at the Gulf International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Bahrain last month The new range includes hard-wearing, abrasion-resistant coatings available in a wide variety of...

Aecom wins $60m contracts.
August 1, 2009... Aecom Technology Corporation has won two contracts in the Middle East totaling $60 million. The wins are an extension from Aldar Properties for a multi-year, $45-million design and construction management contract for the Al Raha Beach...

UPDATE.
August 1, 2009... Contracts awarded for Fox Hills damac Properties has awarded two contracts that will enable work to commence on site at its Piazza development in Fox Hills, Lusail, Qatar Construction Technologies will carry out enabling works on site on...

$2.4bn Makkah terminal planned.
August 1, 2009... Saudi Arabia plans to award a build-operate-transfer (BOT)?contract to expand an airport in the city of Madinah at a cost of SR9 billion ($2.4 billion). The new terminal is expected to be completed within a maximum of four years, Al-Eqtisadiah...

Saudis award $3.5bn security fence deal.
August 1, 2009... In a unique project of its kind, EADS (European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company) together with Saudi construction company Al Rashid has been awarded one of the largest security projects in the Middle East, construction of a security fence...

Gypsum firm up and running.
August 1, 2009... AL WATANI Gypsum Company, which launched commercial operations in Yanbu in April this year, claims to be the only company in Saudi Arabia that produces gypsum powder with French specialisation using state-of-the-art technology Despite the...

Kirby puts spotlight on latest solutions.
August 1, 2009... Leading architects and building consultants attended a technical seminar in Bahrain hosted by Kuwait-based Kirby Building Systems, recognised as one of the top three pre-engineered steel building (PEB) companies in the world The seminar...

Zahid adds Stetter line.
August 1, 2009... Zahid Tractor has signed a joint venture with Schwing-Stetter, one of the world's leading manufacturers of equipment for the concrete industry, to supply the Stetter brand in Saudi Arabia Under the pact, Zahid will offer Stetter batching...

Work kicks off on Qatar logistics village.
August 1, 2009... Work on Logistics Village Qatar (LVQ) is to start this month, according to the developer Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC) Located at the Industrial Area, Logistics Village Qatar will cover an area of 1 million sq m and will be developed in...

Phase Two work starts on Al Marjan island.
August 1, 2009... RAKEEN will commence infrastructure work in August on Phase Two of Al Marjan Island, the first-of-its-kind man-made island in Ras Al Khaimah, after awarding the contract to Rizzani Work will be completed in 18 months and will cover Islands...

Marbella Bay on track.
August 1, 2009... MANAZIL Real Estate has commenced piling works, load tests, foundations and basement of Marbella Bay, a luxury resort development on Al Marjan Island The company has also closely coordinated with Ras Al Khaimah Investment Authority (Rakia)...

Pacific piling under way.
August 1, 2009... JOINT developers Select Group and Select Property have said that final piling and layout work for the foundations of Pacific, a prime residential development on Al Marjan Island, is under way, as the development remains well on schedule for its...

Legnano to set up transformers plant.
August 1, 2009... ITALY-based Legnano Tekno-electric Company (LTC), a leading processor of electrical steel and manufacturer of magnetic cores for transformers, will set up its first manufacturing plant in the Middle East in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) The...

PDC wins energy awards.
August 1, 2009... PALM District Cooling (PDC), a subsidiary of Palm Utilities, has won gold and silver awards in two categories of the International District Energy Associations (IDEA) District Energy Space Awards 2009 It received the gold award in the Most...

Wadi Walk contract awarded to Dhabi.
August 1, 2009... THE Ilyas and Mustafa Galadari Group has appointed Dhabi Contracting as the main contractor for Wadi Walk at City of Arabia, the spectacular $5-billion retail, residential, commercial and entertainment destination in Dubailand The company won...

Abu Dhabi to develop cornice.
August 1, 2009... THE Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC), responsible for the future of Abu Dhabis urban environments and the management and implementation of Plan Abu Dhabi 2030, has unveiled a development plan for the emirates corniche The council, in...

UPDATE.
August 1, 2009... Danube unveils $5m expansion plan DANUBE Building Materials has announced a Dh20-million ($5.44 million) expansion plan for its retail complex chain Danube Buildmart, with new branches expected to open in two leading shopping malls in Dubai Ibn...

Doka tackles towers celestial challenge.
August 1, 2009... DOKA has once again proved that it is a leader when it comes to formwork after its systems were used in the challenging Iris Bay project Iris Bay, a high-rise futuristic tower designed in the shape of a half moon is set to become a new hot...

20 projects embrace Estidama.
August 1, 2009... ABU Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC), the agency responsible for the future of Abu Dhabis urban environments in line with Plan Abu Dhabi 2030, and founder of the Estidama sustainable initiative, is conducting a series of workshops with...

$1bn Deerfields square takes off.
August 1, 2009... ABU Dhabi-based MBI has commenced work on its flagship project, the Dh1-billion ($272 million) Deerfields Town Square mixed-use project Marking a new phase in the development of the project, initial ground work and de-watering process has...

Metito enhances power production in Abu Dhabi.
August 1, 2009... WATER and wastewater treatment specialist Metito is helping to give utility supplies in Abu Dhabi a welcome boost following the construction of a new multi-billion-dirham independent water and power plant (IWPP) The UAEs Shuweihat S2 IWPP is...

$100m aluminium plant to be set up.
August 1, 2009... INTERNATIONAL law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer has advised industrial development and investment company Abu Dhabi Basic Industries Corporation (Adbic) on its joint venture agreement with Midal Cables to establish a $100-million aluminium...

Three Korean builders win $3.9bn orders.
August 1, 2009... Koreas Hyundai Engineering, GS Engineering and Hyundai Heavy Industries have won a combined $3.9-billion order to construct gas facilities in the Habshan region of the UAE. It is the latest in a series of mega deals Korean companies have...

Limitless reviews $350m project.
August 1, 2009... LIMITLESS, controlled by Dubai World, has said it is reviewing its World Island Resort, a $350-m luxury development planned off the coast of Dubai The developer will make an announcement on the 10.5-hectare luxury resort located on a manmade...

Expo bucks trend with good turnout.
August 1, 2009... EXPO Build China 2009 closed with a success in spite of the global economy crisis, with more than 66,000 trade visitors from 110 countries visiting the event which was held alongside the Hotelex and China Clean shows More than 450 national...

SteelFab registers interest.
August 1, 2009... THE green shoots of economic recovery visible in the UAE are generating considerable initial bookings for the upcoming SteelFab 2010 and serious enquiries about the show are increasing by the day SteelFab 2010, the regions premier trade show...

Causeway launch at bridges expo.
August 1, 2009... THE Bridges Middle East 2009, considered the regions only conference dedicated specifically to addressing the current challenges faced in creating iconic and mega bridge projects, will be host to the exclusive launch of the Qatar-Bahrain...

DIARY OF EVENTS.
August 1, 2009... AUGUST 2-4: Hardex 2009, South Africas hardware exhibition, at the Expo Centre, Nasrec, Bertsham, South Africa 2-5: Inter-build Jordan, a fair and forum for construction, properties development, decoration, architecture and design, at the...

The ins and outs of concession pacts.
August 1, 2009... Public-private partnerships (PPPs) will be the buzzword as infrastructure becomes the main driver of the construction sector. MARTIN PRESTON* looks at a key contract the concession agreement which forms the cornerstone of PPP projects THE...

Bahrain park splashes out.
August 1, 2009... Set to open its doors to visitors shortly, the Wahooo! Waterpark in Bahrain with its thrilling water rides is already the talk of the town WAHOOO! Waterpark Bahrain, the Middle Easts first climate-controlled indoor and outdoor Waterpark built...

Radcon keeps leisure hotspots waterproof.
August 1, 2009... AUSTRALIAS Radcrete Pacific has been using its waterproofing product, Radcon Formula # 7, to waterproof and protect sporting facilities for many years In some cases, the usage is obvious. In the Wahooo! Water Park at Bahrain City Centre,...

UAE green push to drive sector.
August 1, 2009... The UAE governments growing focus on green and sustainable buildings as a way to increase their lifespan is going to lead the way for more such projects in the region THE increasing emphasis by the UAE government on green building...

Emcor management system evolutionary.
August 1, 2009... EMCOR Facilities Services Group (EFSG) is now implementing a new facilities management system utilising Concept Evolution CAFMS (computer-aided facilities management software) with portable PDA devices, in a bid to simplify and direct its...

Renovation pays back, says architect.
August 1, 2009... FARNEK Avireal, a leading UAE facilities management company, urges owners of old buildings to consider renovating their properties to gain a commercial advantage in todays tough economic scenario while also improving their green credentials ...

IPM best way to deal with pests.
August 1, 2009... EFFICIENT facilities management not only involves controlling energy consumption, water use, indoor environment, waste management, safety and security, it also entails ensuring that the buildings remain free of pest infestation Pest...

Amiantit innovates in face of recession.
August 1, 2009... Research and innovation are integral to Saudi Arabias Amiantit, which has set its eyes on taking up some very challenging projects in the region THE AMIANTIT Group, a global leader in the fields of pipe manufacturing and pipe technologies,...

CPC boosts capacity to meet demand.
August 1, 2009... CERAMIC Pipes Company (CPC), a specialist in vitrified clay pipes production, plans to boost its production capacity as well as the range of sizes it offers in a bid to meet local and international demand for its products The Saudi company,...

Papers invited for pipeline conference.
August 1, 2009... PIPELINES are a big business with an estimated 5 million km dedicated globally to energy and water transmission and supply. Hence their proper design, installation, protection and operation and maintenance is critical, considering that...

Saudi steel pipe expands operations.
August 1, 2009... SAUDI Steel Pipe Company (SSP), one of the leading steel pipe manufacturers in the region, is looking at expanding its existing production facilities and investing in new plants so as to meet growing demand and also to enhance its product...

Protect and rescue plan is safest bet.
August 1, 2009... GUY SCHALLER* discusses the benefits of developing and implementing a fall protection and rescue plan, including injury prevention, monetary savings and the advantages of being a proactive company that is serious about the safety of its...

H.264 video format standard for future.
August 1, 2009... AXIS Communications, a global market leader in network video solutions, believes that H.264 will become the compression standard of the future, enabling video images to travel light, so that IT managers can benefit from its flexibility,...

New C&F Super Series draws attention at expo.
August 1, 2009... CLIFFORD & Snell (C&F), a leading manufacturer of audible and visual notification devices, launched its latest Yodalex Super Series at this years NFPA Fire & Security Expo in Chicago, US, in June The range includes highly reliable...

Wagners OxyReduct reduces fire risk.
August 1, 2009... EVERY fire prevention company has a vision of being able to confidently declare that a site it has protected will never experience a fire German fire engineering company Wagner says it has now made this possible with its innovative fire...

Lumiglass boosts BRG production.
August 1, 2009... LUMIGLASS Industries, a Dubai Investments subsidiary, has trebled its capacity to produce bullet-resistant glass (BRG) by adding two new automated glass bending furnaces, following increased demand for bullet-resistant glass for both...

Sanyo CCTV camera loaded with features.
August 1, 2009... THE use of CCTV systems standard tools for crime deterrence throughout the worlds commercial and public sectors has surged in the Middle East, where the financial crisis has not dampened interest in this convenient, unobtrusive and...

Fountains prove a focal point.
August 1, 2009... Water features are playful interventions that add value to public spaces and shopping malls, says Crystal Fountains WATER features have traditionally added value to public spaces, and experts in the sector have been exerting efforts to...

Tiger Woods course makes rapid strides.
August 1, 2009... CONSTRUCTION work is 50 per cent complete on more than 3.3 million sq ft of purified, fresh water lakes that form the central component of the water features at The Tiger Woods Dubai in Dubailand, the worlds most ambitious leisure, tourism and...

Splice outlet eases broadband access.
August 1, 2009... R&Ms four-port splice outlet makes it easy to use fibre optic cabling for maximum functionality in minimal space, especially in retrofitted buildings SWISS cabling specialist Reichle & De-Massari (R&M) has developed a new outlet...

AT&T brings latest tech to Blue City.
August 1, 2009... THE Blue City Company 1 (BCC1) and AT&T have teamed up to design the advanced communications services and related infrastructure for the highly prestigious Al Madina AZarqa (Blue City) in Oman According to a memorandum of understanding...

DSI pursues telecom energy alternatives.
August 1, 2009... DRAKE & Scull International (DSI), which recently announced expansion plans to encompass the design and build of infrastructure for telecommunications, is investing in a new alternative energy prototype for telecommunications infrastructure...

Liebherr tackles UAE landmarks.
August 1, 2009... Liebherr cranes rise to the occasion for two extraordinary projects currently under way in Abu Dhabi. LIEBHERR has put gigantic machines to work on two extraordinary projects in the UAE capital Abu Dhabi the 329-m-high Landmark Tower and the Yas...

MethoCAD boosts mobile crane safety.
August 1, 2009... France-based Creative Business Solutions (CBS), which has been developing the award-winning MethoCAD site preparation software for 20 years, has unveiled its latest version The new version 9 includes an innovative new module designed to...

Wolffkran unveils new heavyweight WOLFFKRAN, a pioneer in the field of tower cranes with over a decade of presence in the Middle East, has its eyes firmly fixed on the growing regional market, having recorded a growth rate of well over a 2.
August 1, 2009... WOLFFKRAN, a pioneer in the field of tower cranes with over a decade of presence in the Middle East, has its eyes firmly fixed on the growing regional market, having recorded a growth rate of well over a 2763 WOLFFKRAN, a pioneer in the...

new locatelli built for rough terrain.
August 1, 2009... ITALIAN crane manufacturer Locatelli has launched its newest model that has been designed for rough terrains The GRIL 8500TL, which made its debut at this years Intermat show in Paris, France, last April, is said to be versatile at the...

Manitowoc rolls out two new models.
August 1, 2009... MANITOWOC, one of the largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, has launched two new models the innovative new GSK55 mobile crane and the GCK3045 city crane The GSK55, unveiled at Intermat 2009, combines the...

Nature inspires Turkish delights.
August 1, 2009... CANAKKALE Seramik and Kalebodur has joined hands with leading designer, Harri Koskinen, boost its prestigious lines by launching a special collection that is inspired by the rhythms and patterns found in nature Koskinen, who was inspired by...

Stourbridge unveils cool chandeliers.
August 1, 2009... STUNNING new icicle chandeliers, designed and made for The Stourbridge Glass Collection in England, could soon be arriving in the Gulf region These chandeliers comprise hand-blown crystal icicles of varying lengths and often incorporate...

New hammer range reduces vibrations.
August 1, 2009... BY rethinking the design of vibro-reduced pneumatic hammers, Atlas Copco has developed three unique hammers, containing a number of features such as a new vibro-reduced housing, multiple gripping surfaces and a large D-handle. The new range...

Cat enhances tractor with extra features.
August 1, 2009... CATERPILLAR has enhanced its Cat D6N model with electro-hydraulic controls, a refined operators station and easier serviceability, features contributing to precise control, operator convenience and lower operating costs The Cat D6N is a...

V&Bs new arty range meets trends.
August 1, 2009... VILLEROY & Boch (V&B) of Germany has introduced two new and powerful Quaryl bath collections My Art and My Art Emotion with the sophisticated United bath panelling specially developed for these lines The pure design of the panelling...

TENDERS.
August 1, 2009... Bahrain Maintenance of mechanical and electrical installations at Gulf International Bank (GIB) head office. Open to grade 1 and 2 electrical and mechanical contractors with at least 10 years of experience. Documents can be obtained from the...