Gulf Construction articles from January 2012

Gulf Construction archives from January 2012

Qatars convention centre raises the bar.
January 1, 2012... THE iconic Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), which has been hailed as the 21st century model of urban planning, opened its doors last month in Doha, Qatar Part of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, the...

Saudi Arabia kicks off worlds largest IPP.
January 1, 2012... A CONSORTIUM led by ACWA Power of Saudi Arabia recently issued notice to proceed with the construction of the largest independent power project (IPP) in the world, which will be located in the kingdom. To be developed on a build, own, operate...

EMCO, SGB-PCM win award.
January 1, 2012... EMCO and Saudi Binladin Group (SBG) PCM division (now, PCMC) have won the Best Water Project of the Year Award for their collaboration on a nano-filtration project in Hail, Saudi Arabia. Providing drinking water for one million people in Hail...

UPDATE.
January 1, 2012... $143m deals signed SAUDI Arabias Water and Electricity Minister Abdullah Al Hussayen signed a number of water and sewage contracts worth more than SR539 million ($143 million), including one to establish the kingdoms first tertiary sewage...

JV secures $650m contract at Msheireb.
January 1, 2012... MSHEIREB Properties has awarded a joint venture of Carillion (Qatar) and Qatar Building Company (QBC) a construction contract valued at QR2.37 billion ($650.7 million) for the key phase of its flagship project, Msheireb Downtown Doha Under...

$533m urea plant deal.
January 1, 2012... SAUDI Arabian Fertilizers Company (Safco) has awarded a turnkey project to Italys Saipem to design and build a SR2 billion ($533 million) urea plant in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. Production capacity at the new plant to be funded internally is...

Siemens ready to deliver on Saudi power plant.
January 1, 2012... Siemens has announced that the main components including the heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) for the first two units of the Ras Al Khair combined cycle power plant (CCPP) in Saudi Arabia are now ready for immediate on-schedule delivery....

DSI wins key MEP contracts.
January 1, 2012... DRAKE & Scull Saudi, the MEP arm of Drake & Scull International (DSI) in the kingdom, has recently signed two deals worth a total of SR482 million ($128.5 million for projects in Saudi Arabia, bringing to the total value of its orders in...

Saudis plan special $66bn housing project.
January 1, 2012... Saudi Arabia has set aside SR250 billion ($66.66 billion) from the 2011 budget surplus to fund one of its special projects, the construction of 500,000 homes Announcing next years state budget last month, the finance ministry said the kingdom...

Alargan launches Qurm Hills.
January 1, 2012... KUWAIT-based real estate developer Alargan International Real Estate Company (Airec) has launched the Qurm Hills project in the heart of Omans capital. The mega project will take shape on a total land area of 165,000 sq m. Consisting of 109...

Haramain railway final phase to be flagged off.
January 1, 2012... THE final phase of the multi-billion-riyal Haramain High-Speed Rail project is be flagged off soon, with the signing of an agreement to purchase 35 trains with 13 carriages, traffic signs and railway tracks, which will be installed by a...

MAN secures Damac contract.
January 1, 2012... DAMAC Properties has awarded the main construction contract for its Versace-branded residential development, Damac Tower in Beirut, Lebanon, to MAN Enterprise The $67-million contract entails the construction of the first Versace-branded...

DMC unveils $681m Business District.
January 1, 2012... DUBAIS vision as a global maritime hub took another major step forward with the launch of the Dh2.5 billion ($681 million) mixed-use Business District at Dubai Maritime City (DMC). The project was launched under the patronage of Sheikh Ahmed bin...

Indian developer launches first Dubai project.
January 1, 2012... INDIA-based Pacific Real Estate Development launched its first property venture in Dubai, the 28-storey luxury tower Pacific Waterfront in Tecom Media City The mixed-use development, which is due for completion in 2015, will feature plush...

Grohe secures airport contract.
January 1, 2012... GROHE, a premium brand for sanitary fittings, has been awarded the contract to supply Dubai International Airport with bathroom fittings for the hotel and select public areas in the newly constructed Concourse Three. The product ranges used for...

Jacobs wins Yas Mall deal.
January 1, 2012... JACOBS Engineering Group has been awarded an estimated $8-million contract by Aldar to provide project management support services during construction of a new retail mall at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The Yas Mall, a 235,000-sq-m development, is...

RAK Ceramics renovates Sharjah showroom.
January 1, 2012... RAK Ceramics recently completed the renovation of its showroom in Sharjah to cater to evolving customer requirements and accommodate its expanding range of innovative products and designs produced using the latest technology. Located in a prime...

Mott MacDonald wins key project.
January 1, 2012... MOTT MacDonald has been appointed by the Abu Dhabi General Services Company (Musanada) to provide construction supervision services for the infrastructure of Lot 3, one of four lots covering 9.6 sq km of the Dh7 billion ($1.9 billion) South...

UPDATE.
January 1, 2012... RWI eyes new growth prospects Rubber World Industries (RWI), the leading manufacturer of closed-cell rubber insulation Gulf-O-Flex in the Gulf and South East Asia, and part of the international business conglomerate, the Shaikhani Group of...

Fibreglass pipe plant goes up at DIC.
January 1, 2012... A NEW world-class fibreglass pipe factory is to be set up at Dubai Industrial City (DIC) by Gulf Eternit Industries (GEI) The factory will replace GEIs current operations in Um Al Ramool that was set up in 1972 and is expected to consolidate...

Dubai starts major road paving project.
January 1, 2012... DUBAIS Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a major street paving project in the emirate, costing up to Dh1 billion ($272 million), a report said The project, which is expected to start in a few weeks, will be completed in four...

Logistics firm expands facilities at DWC.
January 1, 2012... World-class logistics provider Kuehne + Nagel has launched Phase Two expansion of its facilities at the Dubai World Central (DWC), a purpose-built aerotropolis and a strategic initiative of the Government of Dubai. The expansion of its...

Waterfront units handed over.
January 1, 2012... RAK Properties, Ras Al Khaimahs biggest property developer, has begun handing over six buildings in Precinct 2 of Lagoon District at Mina Al Arab, the new waterfront community in Ras Al Khaimah. The six buildings have different unit types,...

Ajman resort plan unveiled.
January 1, 2012... AL Zorah Development Company, a joint venture of the Government of Ajman and Solidere International, has unveiled the complete masterplan of its ambitious Al Zorah Resorts project, a premium tourism destination spread over an area of 5.4 million...

Ahec aims to strengthen regional presence.
January 1, 2012... THE American Hardwood Export Council (Ahec) will aim to reinforce trade ties with the rapidly developing wood and wood processing industry in the region by participating in the 2012 edition of the Dubai International Wood and Wood Machinery Show...

Industry fair draws 110 exhibitors.
January 1, 2012... Preparations for next months Gulf Industry Fair (GIF) in Bahrain are in full swing as more than 100 exhibitors look forward to participating in what could be another significant trade event The Northern Gulfs most comprehensive, one-of-a-kind...

Carrier holds first Leed training event.
January 1, 2012... CARRIER last month conducted its first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (Leed) licensed training workshops in the UAE?and Qatar. The workshops come at a time when Middle East building owners and designers are looking to construct...

The Big 5 Saudi doubles in size.
January 1, 2012... THE Big 5 Saudi will double in size in just its second year, in response to the demand from the international construction industry. Held under the patronage of Prince Mansour bin Mutaib Bin Abdulaziz, and organised by dmg :: events, The Big 5...

R+T 2012 to set the trends.
January 1, 2012... AS MANY AS 800 exhibitors are expected to showcase the latest trends for roller shutters, doors, gates and sun-protection systems at R+T 2012, which will be held in Stuttgart, Germany, from February 28 to March 3, 2012 The 2012 edition of the...

Qatar to showcase development plans.
January 1, 2012... QATARS ambitious development plans over the next decade and beyond will be put under the spotlight once again at the annual Qatar Projects conference next month Organised by Meed Events, the four-day event will be staged from February 5 to 8,...

Infrastructure in the spotlight.
January 1, 2012... THE first Environmental Infrastructure Forum will be held in Saudi Arabia this month. Held under the patronage of King Abdullah and organised under the initiative of Prince Turki bin Nasser bin Abdulaziz, the forum will be held from January 15...

DIARY.
January 1, 2012... JANUARY 9-11: Third International Road Federation Middle East Conference & Exhibition 2012 Bahrain, at GICC Gulf Hotel, Manama, Bahrain 9-12: Steelfab 2012, a trade show for the metal-working, metal manufacturing and steel fabrication...

BIM gives firms a competitive edge.
January 1, 2012... ANDERS ARTHUR* explains how companies can effectively integrate BIM with their existing CAD environment in order to maximise productivity in an increasingly competitive environment. THE construction industry is rapidly evolving as owners demand...

How to develop renewable energy.
January 1, 2012... MELANIE HENRY* provides an overview of the market for energy produced from renewable sources in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region, and recommends incentives to promote the use of renewable energy in the region The Middle East and...

Seeking traction.
January 1, 2012... Bahrains construction industry has been hit by the political unrest gripping the nation, but social housing and infrastructure demands give the industry reason for hope Social housing, industrial infrastructure and some top-quality hotel...

Major milestone.
January 1, 2012... BAHRAIN Bay is on the threshold of a major milestone in its development programme as sections of a key government road infrastructure project the North Manama Causeway are completed this month (January), opening the projects portals to public...

Asry opens repair quay in $188m expansion.
January 1, 2012... Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard (Asry), one of the worlds leading ship repairers, officially launched its 1,380-m repair quay wall as part of its 35th anniversary celebrations last month The launch marked the culmination of Asrys ambitious...

BFCC puts sewage plant on firm footing.
January 1, 2012... BAHRAIN Foundation Construction Company (BFCC), a structural and foundation specialist, is currently working on what it describes as its most complicated project yet the Muharraq sewage treatment plant (STP) The project for the Ministry of...

Reynaers promotes new brand signature.
January 1, 2012... BAHRAIN-based Reynaers Middle East has joined the global efforts being made by its parent company Reynaers Aluminium, a leading provider of innovative and sustainable architectural aluminium solutions, to strengthen its brand positioning in the...

Paschal takes on regional challenges.
January 1, 2012... BAHRAIN-based Paschal Concrete Forms Company continues to meet the challenges posed by the regions construction sector, helping civil contractors meet demanding on-site concreting requirements and project deadlines. Just recently, the firm which...

Installux sets sights on new markets.
January 1, 2012... INSTALLUX Gulf has been focusing on penetrating new markets such as those in the Indian subcontinent and promoting innovative products targeted at meeting market requirements in its core area of operations as an aluminium systems supplier The...

Bahrain gets first self-storage facility.
January 1, 2012... THE UK-based Gliderol Self Storage Solutions is close to completing its order to provide self-storage components to the $15-million Takhzeen, the first self-storage initiative of its kind in Bahrain Gliderol was selected by Takhzeens parent...

Software add-ons boost joint design.
January 1, 2012... GERMAN software specialist Dlubal is now offering an add-on module for both RSTAB and RFEM analysis programs, helping users to design and classify bending-resistant, bolted connections between columns and horizontal beams according to Eurocode 3...

Masa is industrious with pest control.
January 1, 2012... Dr Natalio Mercado, company entomologist at Saudi-based Masa Establishment, spells out ways to protect buildings from the subterranean termite species, the most destructive of pests WITH the rapid pace of industrialisation and the increased...

Schaefer opens new regional HQ.
January 1, 2012... SCHAEFER Systems International (SSI), a leading provider of warehousing, materials handling and shelving systems, opened its new regional headquarters at Dubai World Central (DWC) in the UAE last month Taking advantage of DWCs purpose-built...

Kimmco insulates major projects.
January 1, 2012... INVESTORS and manufacturing facilities are increasingly focusing on mineral wool insulation as the best solution for achieving thermal and acoustic performance, as well as meeting sustainability requirements and energy-saving targets for their...

Ducab powers ahead with HV facility.(Company overview)
January 1, 2012... DUCAB has recently inaugurated its high-voltage (HV) cable manufacturing facility, which is believed to be the first dedicated facility of its kind in the region Located in Jebel Ali, Dubai, the Dh500-million ($136 million) facility known as...

Innovation keeps Hurd ahead.
January 1, 2012... Hurd continues to build on its strength and has recently launched a range of products including H3 and Ultra-R windows that address the market requirements for innovation and energy efficiency HURD Windows & Doors, one of the US largest...

Hormann high-speed doors hit market.
January 1, 2012... HORMANN Middle East has recently expanded its product line with the introduction of WA 300 operator and the HS 7030 PU spiral high-speed door, which are designed for optimised material flow and improved efficiency HS 7030 PU, which is...

Technal adds beauty with Lumeal.
January 1, 2012... BAHRAIN-based Technal Middle East (TME), part of the France-based international architectural aluminium systems supplier Technal, is promoting in the Gulf region its Lumeal series of sliders that boasts slimmer frame profiles in an efficient...

GCC among fastest growing markets.
January 1, 2012... The Chemicals, Materials and Food practice of Frost & Sullivan* provides an insight into the GCCs paints and coatings market, analysing the size and value of each market segment and the challenges facing the sector Thanks to the promising...

Sigma rolls out dedicated design stores.
January 1, 2012... Sigma Paints is launching this month (January) the third concept in its three-tier channel marketing strategy to revamp its distribution network The Saudi-based paint major is set to open its first Sigma Design Shop in Dammam, which has been...

DMCs durable paints keep homes cooler.
January 1, 2012... DRY Mortar Company (DMC), a leading pre-mixed mortar producer in Saudi Arabia, offers a range of natural paints that have been developed in Australia to withstand the extremes of the hottest continent on earth. This makes them a perfect fit for...

Restored landmark sports Jotun colours.
January 1, 2012... JOTUN Paints provided interior and exterior paints for a landmark property in Egypt which recently reopened its doors as the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan after a major three-year renovation One of the worlds leading producers and...

Lexapanel offers design flexibility.
January 1, 2012... Lexapanel PC sheet, developed by a Sabic subsidiary jointly with AmeriLux, offers design and performance benefits while demonstrating the companys commitment to energy conservation Innovative Plastics, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Saudi Basic...

Hemparoof beats the sun and rain.
January 1, 2012... HEMPEL Paints has introduced what it describes as the ultimate coating system for protecting roofs from the intense heat of the blazing sun and the hazards of the sporadic rainfall experienced by the Gulf region Called Hemparoof, the...

TENDERS.
January 1, 2012... KUWAIT - Tender No RFP - 2005073. Construction of elevated substations in south east Kuwait. Bid bond is KD2 million. Documents can be obtained from the Central Tenders Committee, Kuwait Oil Company, PO Box 1070, 13011 Safat, tel:...