Emirates Float Glass (EFG), a renowned global leader in the float glass industry, a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments and a dominant player in the region for float glass and reflective glass in architectural applications is highlighting its distinction as the sole producer of Double Silver Coated Glass in the UAE, supporting the creation of sustainable and renewable energy. EFG is reiterating its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and industry collaboration as a strategic partner in the first Global Glass Show 2023 currently underway in Abu Dhabi on the 6th and 7th September 2023, reflecting the Company’s dedication to pushing…
Author: Kasun Illankoon
Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has signed an MoU with Siemens, the German technology company, to further the energy efficiency of its smart buildings and to thereby work towards a more sustainable, net-zero future. As part of this newly-formed collaboration, Siemens will strengthen Azizi’s pursuit of – and emphasis on – sustainability in its communities, spanning across digital transformation, energy efficiency, sustainable architecture, smart communities, and cutting-edge water-treatment technologies, among others. The MoU, which was celebrated at Azizi Developments’ offices on the 13th floor of the Conrad Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, was signed by Mr. Franco…
Renowned Dubai luxury real estate brokerage Maria Morris Real Estate has once again demonstrated its dominance of the Al Barari property market by successfully completing the sale of an extraordinary turnkey, fully furnished villa for AED 42 million (US$ 11.4M). The private buyer sought a turn-key solution for his family’s dream home in Al Barari and was expertly represented by Evern van Niekerk – Private Client Advisor at Maria Morris Real Estate, with the seller’s interests represented by Andrew Cummings from Knight Frank Middle East. The stunning 6 bedroom, 7 bathroom, 11,646 sq.ft mansion, represents the pinnacle of luxury living…
The total value of real estate and infrastructure projects launched, but are yet to be delivered, since the launch of Saudi Arabia’s National Transformation Plan in 2016 has crossed US$ 1.25 trillion, with the value of commissioned projects reaching US$ 250bn, according to global real estate consultancy Knight Frank’s annual Saudi Giga Projects Report. Faisal Durrani, Partner – Head of Research, Middle East & North Africa said: “Arguably one of, if not the most expansive real estate development programs ever seen in the world is gathering pace in Saudi Arabia as the 2030 deadline nears to realise Vision 2030.…
Johnson Controls, the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has unveiled Cooling as a Service (CaaS) – a new innovation set to reshape the cooling industry. CaaS is a capital-free, innovative solution that revolutionizes the traditional cooling model. Fully managed by Johnson Controls, it covers the entire cooling lifecycle from equipment upgrade to ongoing operation, service and maintenance – ensuring optimal performance and customer satisfaction. The company will launch the solution in 2023 with a UAE-based customer. “With record temperatures in the region and across many parts of the globe, the launch of CaaS marks a pivotal moment…
ACUBE Real Estate Development LLC marks its foray in Dubai’s thriving real estate sector with the groundbreaking ceremony for the first of several planned luxury residential developments within the next 3 years. Adhara Star, a 17-storey luxury residential tower in Arjan, is on track for handover by Q1 2025 and will comprise of 113 fully furnished luxury 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom units and retail spaces. ACUBE is a new subsidiary of ACUBE SFO DMCC, a single-family owned group of companies with over 20 years of global commercial and residential development expertise including major construction projects throughout the GCC. …
Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies, an industrial player committed to the decarbonation of the construction sector that designs and markets innovative clinker-free cements, announces the signature with the Shurfah Group of a 22-year exclusive licensing agreement in order to build several Hoffmann Green units in Saudi Arabia to support the decarbonation of the construction sector in this territory. An exclusive 22-year licensing agreement to benefit from Hoffmann Green’s clinker-free technologies and replicate a first plant based on H2 vertical model in Saudi Arabia. The Shurfah Group, a Saudi conglomerate with over 13,800 thousand housing units and more than 6 billion riyals…
Leading Steel and Building Materials manufacturer, Emirates Steel Arkan, is making significant strides in rolling out its innovative ES600 sustainable steel product to the UAE construction market as it gears up to promote and increase usage in the UAE. Currently, ES600 has been adopted as the steel rebar of choice in the construction of SOBHA Reality and Al Habtoor Group’s latest projects in Dubai. Al Habtoor Group’s ‘Al Habtoor Tower’ is set to be the world’s largest residential tower and will consist of an 81 story Highrise, will be the first in the GCC and MENA region to be…
MERED, an international real estate developer, has announced its official launch in the UAE, choosing Dubai, one of the fastest growing cities in the world, to be its home for designing and developing exclusive destinations. With a carefully selected team of world-class industry experts, artisans and accomplished craftsmen, MERED is committed to pushing real estate boundaries in the country. The company focuses on developing opulent places that enrich people’s lives and stand the test of time in terms of their values and exceptional building quality. United by the idea of offering a unique blend of human-centric experiences, care for the…
The 2nd edition of the Sustainability Innovation Awards, hosted by BNC Publishing, took place on August 31st at Sofitel Dubai the Palm. Sustainability Innovation Awards 2023 is one of the leading events applauding the achievements of the region’s sustainability initiatives and projects from all sectors in the Middle East. The awards strive to recognise individual excellence, corporate strengths, and project success from all sectors. Companies are invited to nominate the people, projects, and initiatives of which they are most proud of. With countries in the region having an oil-dependent economy, a strong revival in the oil & gas sector became…