Reflecting on the past 12 months, our ability to establish and foster strategic alliances has been a key driver of our success. Notably, we joined forces with the Ocean Fair International Group (OFI) to break ground on what will be the UAE’s largest cold storage facility, located at the National Industries Park in Dubai. This venture not only underscores our commitment to enhancing the UAE’s infrastructure but also demonstrates our dedication to addressing the growing demands of the nation. Our partnership portfolio continues to expand, inclusive of a significant project with global retail giant Amazon. We’re proud to be constructing…
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Joseph K. Daher is a prominent figure in the construction and infrastructure industry, with a distinguished career spanning over four decades. Since assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer at Almabani General Contractors in January 2014, J. Daher has exemplified unwavering dedication and exceptional leadership. With 44 years of hands-on experience in construction and management, Joseph has cultivated a diverse portfolio encompassing infrastructure projects, airports, military facilities, and public and commercial buildings. His most notable contribution lies in his instrumental role in the mega Riyadh Metro Project, where he played a pivotal part in aligning Almabani with international giants Siemens,…
Founded in 1976, in the realm of the economic boom of the mid 1970’s, Al-Hashemiah Establishment for Trading & Contracting (HATCO) was launched with the vision of creating a firm that could meet the growing demand of the rapidly developing Saudi Arabian construction industry for quality contractors. In 1996, HATCO expanded its business domain to the field of wireless communications and system engineering. In order to cope with the demands of the 21st century and to insure the continuity of the establishment, in 2005 it was converted into a company with limited liability and by that the name became Al-Hashemiah…
BEC Arabia Ltd has emerged as one of the construction industry’s leading players. Established in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2000 and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) in 2010, BEC has transformed into a dynamic regional organization, offering turnkey projects comprising civil construction, electromechanical works, infrastructure, and landscaping, engineering services, andmore. BEC Arabia go above and beyond contracting to provide their clients withfirsthand support for all their business needs. From financing support and feasibility planning through to construction and commissioning, we facilitate every step of the process and are always on the lookout for new ways in which…
UCC has amassed significant experience in fast-track projects, and the success stories that the company made in its significant contributions to the FIFA 2022 projects. This success to three essential pillars that have shaped UCC achievements: among so many other things. The first strategic advantage lies in UCC dedicated manpower independent division, which operates like a well-coordinated army chain of command for each project. This approach ensures optimal resource allocation and efficient project management, ultimately resulting in timely completion. The second advantage stems from UCC vertical integration. The company boasts a comprehensive range of specialized subcontracting disciplines, including MEP, Marine…
In the fast-paced world of construction, Sultan Sobhi Batterjee stands out as a visionary leader driving innovation and growth. As the Chairman & CEO of IHCC, he spearheads a company that has become synonymous with excellence in design and build, offering turnkey solutions for healthcare, education, and mixed-use development projects across the Middle East and North Africa. Sultan Batterjee’s leadership extends beyond IHCC, as he holds key executive and board positions in Bait Al Batterjee Holding and the Saudi German Hospitals Group. He is also a founding board member of Batterjee Foundation and has played a pivotal role in establishing…
Steve’s career in the construction industry commenced in the UK in 1971 after training as an Engineer. He progressed into Project Management, graduated in 1979 and moved to Africa in 1980 to start his international career as Project Manager and Contracts Manager in Zambia, Tanzania and eventually General Manager in Malawi in 1986. Returning to the UK in 1989, Steve continued his career progression with Interserve (then called RM Douglas), as Area Manager for the North East. In this role Steve implemented a culture of excellence and drove up standards across the business over a period of eight years, before…
S N Subrahmanyan (SNS) is Chairman & Managing Director of Larsen & Toubro and serves on the board of directors of this multi-billion-dollar conglomerate. He is also Vice Chairman on the boards of LTIMindtree and L&T Technology Services, Chairman of L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited, and Director and Chairperson of L&T Finance Holdings Ltd. Responsible for leading L&T’s considerable business interests to new growth levels, he has transformed L&T into a company that executes a wide range of projects at Speed & Scale and, in the process, builds the tallest, largest, longest, smartest, and most complex, including the iconic Bullet…
Orascom Construction PLC is a leading global engineering and construction contractor primarily focused on infrastructure, industrial and high-end commercial projects in the Middle East, Africa, and the United States. The Group also develops, operates and invests in concessions, owns 50% of BESIX Group, and holds a building materials, facility management and equipment services portfolio. Orascom Construction has been executing its strategy to build, own and operate projects in the water and concessions sectors, and has been strengthening its leading position as a key player across the region. Most recently, the Group completed some of the largest projects in the water…
Incepted in 1991, AlBawani Holding Company stands at the forefront of the construction and infrastructure landscape. We have been utilizing the combined expertise of our diversified subsidiaries across the complete construction value chain to shape world-class built environments. These subsidiaries span various sectors, from construction, technology, MEP solutions, Facility management to water and power initiatives, financial and investment solutions and pioneering contracting solutions for construction projects. AlBawani Construction has built a solid reputation over three decades, earning the highest ranking in the Saudi turnkey-project classification system. Our ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management sets us apart as a leader among…