Sobha Realty, one of the UAE’s leading premium real estate developers, unveiled Sobha Hartland II, its new flagship mixed-use community aimed at redefining luxury living. The eight million square feet project is located next to Sobha Hartland and consists of more than 30 percent of open and green spaces, five- and six-bedroom villas, and one- to four-bedroom apartments, all of which are expected to set new benchmarks for luxury waterfront living. Each residential unit in Sobha Hartland II is designed to offer comfort, style, and functionality, showcasing Sobha Realty’s commitment to craftsmanship and quality. Sustainability and environmental stewardship have…
Author: Kasun Illankoon
Infracare Facilities Management, a leading organization in the Facilities Management sector, celebrated World Environment Day 2023 by organizing a series of initiatives aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and addressing the issue of plastic pollution. Alongside these initiatives, the company unveiled its highly anticipated Sustainability Committee. The event commenced with a reflective session where employees gathered to discuss the importance of World Environment Day. Participants engaged in a meaningful dialogue concerning the UAE’s dedication to sustainability objectives and explored the global efforts being made to achieve these goals and create a better world for future generations. The focal point of the…
Leading Japanese architectural, engineering, and urban design firm, Nikken Sekkei, one of the world’s largest practices, celebrated the launch of the company’s local subsidiary and new office in Dubai Design District (D3) at a glittering reception in Dubai recently. Over 130 people gathered at the luxurious five-star Palace Downtown Hotel in Dubai, including Noboru Sekiguchi, consul-general of Japan in Dubai, Nikken Sekkei’s president and CEO, Atsushi Omatsu, members of Nikken’s executive committee as well as a host of partners, associates, and developers. The new Nikken Sekkei Dubai office is a testament to Nikken Sekkei’s pedigree in the UAE, which stretches…
Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest ‘premium aluminium’ producer in the world, today announced that BMW Group is the first customer for CelestiAL-R, EGA’s world-first blend of solar aluminium and recycled metal. All EGA’s aluminium supplies to BMW Group since the start of 2023 have been CelestiAL-R. The metal is used in BMW Group electric drivetrain housings, engine components and large-scale structural parts. Blending CelestiAL solar aluminium with recycled metal further lowers the CO2 emissions intensity of metal production, to below four tonnes of CO2 equivalent per tonne of aluminium produced depending on the specific alloy. CelestiAL-R is the first combination…
VERTECO, the region’s leading supplier of award-winning Smart Washroom Solutions, Water Saving Products and Data Driven Cleaning Technology, has announced the launch of two cost-effective leasing options for the Smixin mobile hand washing stations. As official regional distributors of Smixin products, the rental models are designed to offer the hospitality and events sector an affordable way to provide guests with an accessible, hygienic and environmentally friendly place to wash their hands, improving customer experience at the same time. According to a recent study by the UK’s Food Standards Agency, there has been a decline in consumer hand washing in eating…
Emaar Properties celebrated the launch of The Oasis by Emaar, its latest waterfront luxury lifestyle destination, with a gala event held last night at the Armani Hotel in Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai. The exclusive VIP event was attended by Emaar Properties customers and top properties agents. The evening’s highlight was the presence of the event’s guest of honour, international superstar Shahrukh Khan, who welcomed the ceremony’s guests and expressed his admiration for the new launch that joins the portfolio of renowned Emaar destinations, saying: “Whenever Emaar presents us with an urban marvel, it immediately follows it with another new destination…
With the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), American University of Sharjah (AUS) and Petrofac, a leading global provider of energy services, have joined forces to shape the future of technology and empower the next generation of information technology (IT) professionals as part of the prestigious AUS Engineering Al Nukhba Program in a new era of IT excellence, innovation and diversity. This strategic collaboration aims to leverage Petrofac’s expertise to empower AUS students and foster innovation in the field of IT. Formalized through the MOA, this partnership will see Petrofac offer a minimum of 15 AUS students internships within…
A survey of construction professionals by the UAE’s largest business group has found an overwhelming desire for a UAE construction playbook, providing government guidance on sourcing and contracting public works projects and programmes. According to the poll by British Business Group (BBG) of UAE-based professionals, the majority of whom are owners, contractors or consultants working in the construction industry, 64 per cent of respondents believe the adoption of the same principles of the UK Construction Playbook would benefit the UAE’s construction sector and protect the underlying performance of the industry. Christopher Seymour, Mott MacDonald’s Head of Strategy and Investment Middle…
Strengthening its work in the United Arab Emirates, global wireless solutions provider, Ramtech, has reported ongoing success in collaboration with Liberty Fire and Safety, its exclusive distribution partner in GCC countries. This follows successfully installing its Wireless Fire and Evacuation System (WES) as part of a $2.5bn mixed-use development in Dubai. The EN54-25 compliant WES solution has been specified within several projects at the eight million sq ft waterfront venture, Sobha Hartland, in a bid to maximise construction site safety. The first site to benefit was a 36-storey tower, Waves Grande, where one connect unit, 22 call points, and two…
With a valuation of $204 million or AED 750 million, The Marble Palace has emerged as the most expensive residence in the region, captivating the attention of the world as it is presented by Sotheby’s International Realty in the UAE. This extraordinary property, being unveiled for the first time, serves as a testament to the architectural opulence of the Belle Époque era. Its grandeur emanates from its lavish surface treatments, intricate geometric patterns, and gilded statuary. Situated in Dubai’s prestigious Emirates Hills neighborhood, The Marble Palace occupies one of the largest plots, spanning over 70,000 square feet of land with…