Asite has been awarded a five-year contract with Aldar Properties to work across their future project development pipeline. Aldar Properties will utilize the Asite Project Portfolio Management (PPM) solution, which showcases an integrated Common Data Environment (CDE), to streamline information management at all levels of the asset lifecycle. The construction cloud platform will simplify project information and enhance collaboration across the full lifecycle of Aldar’s assets – these encompass a range of sectors, including residential, retail, commercial and hospitality and leisure. Aldar has delivered exciting projects in Abu Dhabi, such as their internationally recognized HQ building (the first circular building…
Author: Jochebed Menon
Jochebed Menon
Jochebed Menon is the Editor of Logistics News Middle East. She covers issues related to the logistics and supply chain industries in the region. She’s been a journalist since 2012 and has primarily worked on B2B titles in travel, hospitality, aviation, and construction.
Abu Dhabi Ports has announced the launch of a major coral relocation and conservation project in the waters surrounding Khalifa Port. Conducted in partnership with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), Khalifa Port’s coral relocation forms part of a series of mitigation measures to lessen the environmental impact from dredging, whilst reclaiming waters that separate the offshore port’s breakwater from the spectacular Ras Ghanada coral reef, which is situated nearby. The plan is being unveiled ahead of the construction of a heavy rail terminal that will connect Abu Dhabi Ports’ flagship, deep-water port to the UAE’s future rail network,…
With eight months to go until Expo 2020 Dubai opens on 1 October 2021, structural work on the German Pavilion site is almost finished, bringing the Federal Republic of Germany one key step closer to the completion of its showcase for the world exhibition. “Reaching this stage is always a major milestone. In the past few months, we have been confronted with challenges we would never have even considered,” says Dietmar Schmitz, Commissioner General of the German Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, discussing how construction has progressed during the pandemic. “I’m deeply impressed by how everyone involved has pushed on…
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MBR) City, District One – part of the master development Meydan – partnered with Via Medica International Healthcare LLC to host a COVID-19 vaccination drive for its residents. More than 450 residents took part in the event, which took place on Friday, 5 February 2021, at the District One Sales Centre Building. A spokesperson from Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, District One said, “Health and safety is our top priority, and we organised this drive as part of our continuous efforts to enhance the wellbeing of our residents.” “Our event supports the UAE’s nationwide…
Azizi Developments is marking the Chinese New Year with a special promotion exclusively for Chinese nationals - 8% gross ROI per annum, as well as eight years of free property management. The promotion runs from 5-25 February 2021 and applies to Azizi Developments’ flagship project Riviera and Creek Views. Nima Khojasteh, Executive Director – Sales and Marketing at Azizi Developments, said: “Building on the robust relations between the UAE and China, we’ve chalked out exclusive promotions for our valued Chinese investors. “This is a way for us to show our appreciation for the trust they place in us. We will…
In our Feb edition of Construction Business News ME, we highlighted some of the best leaders in the MEP Industry in the Middle East. Read the full feature, right here: http://bit.ly/3jjPkuy AR Suresh Kumar joined Voltas as a management trainee over three decades ago (1988). For the most part of the 1990s, as the operations head, he was involved in the design, planning and project execution of air-conditioning systems and building management for wide range of projects in India. He moved to the GCC (KSA) in the year 1998 and worked on MEP projects, air-conditioning projects and maintenance services. Had…
A new investor platform has been introduced in Dubai, it was unveiled by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai at The Executive Council of Dubai meeting he chaired. The ‘Invest in Dubai’ platform offers a unique business set-up experience backed by Dubai’s advanced smart solutions. The largest one-stop-shop platform of its kind, ‘Invest in Dubai’ enables investors to obtain trade licenses and launch their business easily in a matter of minutes. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said that Dubai has established a solid foundation for the…
In our Feb edition of Construction Business News ME, we highlighted some of the best leaders in the MEP Industry in the Middle East. Read the full feature, right here: http://bit.ly/3jjPkuy David’s career has been interesting and varied having worked for some of the UK’s national MEP companies, small family run contractors and the past eight years in the UAE. David was appointed Divisional Manager of the Khansaheb Building services Division now known as the MEP Division in 2011. He has brought his management, technical and commercial experience to grow the MEP business year on year. The MEP business now…
In our Feb edition of Construction Business News ME, we highlighted some of the best leaders in the MEP Industry in the Middle East. Read the full feature, right here: http://bit.ly/3jjPkuy Alaa is an MEP professional with twenty years’ experience in the leadership, design and delivery of MEP services on a wide range of projects. After obtaining his Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Alaa began his engineering career in Saudi Arabia and Egypt where he gained experience on a wide range of prestigious projects including the major CityStars hospitality development in Sharm El Sheikh, Fairmont Heliopolis and Jolie Ville, Luxor.…
Johan, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, has over 14 years’ experience in the region, most recently as Managing Director, Middle East and Africa for Faithful+Gould. Previously, Johan also held the role of Managing Director, Atkins Acuity, for over three years where he successfully grew the business while working collaboratively with other Atkins business lines to maximize client opportunities. Johan told CBNME: “As our business continues to transform, our ability to provide integrated end-to-end services to our clients, ranging from front-end strategy and design to cost, project management and site supervision capabilities, is key to driving our growth in the…