Author: Kasun Illankoon

Sobha Realty, the international luxury real estate developer and the only backward integrated company of its kind, will spotlight its master development Sobha Hartland at this year’s edition of Cityscape Global 2019. Launched in 2014, the luxury freehold master development situated in Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City overlooking Downtown Dubai, has delivered key projects including Hartland Greens, Creek Vistas, Gardenia Villas, Garden Houses, One Park Avenue and Forest Villas. The 2019 edition of Cityscape Global, the largest real estate investment and development event held annually, set to run from 25 to 27 of September at the Dubai…

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GITI Tire, has been confirmed as Official Tire Partner for Logistics & Transport Awards 2019. Logistics & Transport Awards will see limelight in 2019, aimed at recognising past triumphs and acknowledging the future strategies of logistics and supply chain companies from around the region. The awards will cater to individuals and companies from a variety of sectors— from transportation, cargo, and warehouses, to e-commerce, supply chain, and technology. Companies are welcome to nominate people, projects, and facilities across 17 categories; the entries will be judged by a carefully selected panel of industry experts. The deadline for nominations is now Sept 19th…

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Early on Friday, 6 September, a batch of salmon arrived in Dubai in the cargo hold of Emirates flight EK 28 from Glasgow. The shipment of Scottish salmon, destined for restaurants and consumers in the UAE, was the first that was being transported for Seafood Souq, a Dubai based start-up working on transparent and efficient sourcing of seafood, by Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates. The shipment marked the culmination of a round of discussions and the start of a fruitful partnership between the two companies. Seafood Souq has created an online B2B marketplace application that helps seafood…

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As part of its keenness to establish transparency in the real estate market and forming permanent communication bridges with all concerned parties, Dubai Land Department (DLD) presented its Annual Report: Real Estate Sector Performance 2019, comprising four chapters, each covering a variety of topics. DLD aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the market performance in 2018. HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, said: “We continue to support the vision of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and commit to his wise directives, to…

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The innovative Brady Inspection Timer can help save lives by clearly showing on machines, equipment and tools when maintenance is needed. Its LED lights grab the attention of users and maintenance professionals alike from a distance and help avoid the use of uninspected or worn out equipment. Time for maintenance Brady Corporation’s new Brady Inspection Timer clearly highlights when the next planned maintenance intervention is due. Versions are available that count down 7 days, 30 days and 365 days. Each version is equipped with a dark green, light green, yellow and flashing red LED light that indicate a recently inspected…

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In line with its commitment to play a key role in the move to advance Dubai’s leadership in global trade and e-commerce, Dubai South is set to highlight the latest developments in the Middle East’s rapidly growing e-commerce sector at the upcoming e-commerce Expo in Olympia, London. During their presence at the show, Dubai South will be promoting the Logistics District and its recently launched fully dedicated e-commerce free zone, EZDubai, including its capabilities and key features. Ecommerce Expo is set to take place from September 25 to 26, 2019 and is considered the UK’s largest e-commerce event attracting more…

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Under the guidance of the Iraqi Prime Minister, H.E. Dr. Adel Abdul Mahdi, the patronage of the Iraqi Minister of Electricity, H.E. Dr. Luay al-Khatteeb and in continuation of their dedicated efforts to strengthen Iraq’s power sector, Mass Energy Group Holding (MGH) and GE Power signed a new agreement that will help establish Phase 3 of the Besmaya Power Plant, taking the total capacity of the facility up to 4.5 gigawatts (GW). Under the scope of the agreement, GE will supply MGH with four 9F gas turbines and four generators to equip Besmaya Phase 3. The project has already been…

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Ithra Dubai, the leading developer of community-oriented real estate projects, has been confirmed as Platinum Partners for Construction Innovation & Design Forum 2019. BNC Publishing along with its magazine title’s Construction Business News Middle East and Design Middle East is proud to announce: Construction Innovation & Design Forum 2019, presented by du, at Sofitel the Palm, Dubai on October 23rd, 2019. Construction and Design industry goes hand-in-hand in various ways. A booming construction sector gives a great boost to the design industry. According to the reports, GCC countries will be awarded projects worth over $138.5bn in 2019. Thanks to the mega infrastructure and commercial projects,…

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Savills, one of the world’s leading real estate advisors, has been confirmed as the Silver Sponsors for the Construction Innovation Awards 2019. The event applauds the achievements of the region’s construction professionals. The awards strive to recognise individual excellence, corporate strengths, and project success. Companies are invited to nominate the people, projects, and initiatives of which they are most proud of, across 29 categories. Entries will be judged by an eminent jury of industry experts. In order to nominate, visit our official website for the awards here and don’t miss out on being a part of the Construction Innovation Awards 2019. This…

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ALEC has been confirmed as the Gold Sponsors for the Construction Innovation Awards 2019. The event applauds the achievements of the region’s construction professionals. The awards strive to recognise individual excellence, corporate strengths, and project success. Companies are invited to nominate the people, projects, and initiatives of which they are most proud of, across 29 categories. Entries will be judged by an eminent jury of industry experts. In order to nominate, visit our official website for the awards here and don’t miss out on being a part of the Construction Innovation Awards 2019. This year’s awards will have new categories for companies…

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