Tony Martin is currently the CEO of Al Bonian FM (ABFM) and has been in the region for a total of 15 years. Based in Dubai, UAE. His responsibilities are what you would expect for this role within a SME/FM service provider. Fully responsible for the holistic delivery, operational/financial performance, award winning, continuing efficiency and improvement of the business, to then report this on a monthly basis to an Executive Committee and then Bi-Annual to the Shareholders. Tony Martin does what it is you would expect of a CEO to do in a company such as Al Bonian FM. His…
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Prabhu Ramachandran is the founder and CEO of SaaS proptech company Facilio Inc. The company offers an operations platform that connects people, systems and processes to deliver smart and sustainable buildings. Their suite of software solutions seamlessly consolidates building data, optimises performance, and streamlines portfolio operations, all within a single, unified interface. Headquartered in the city of New York, with offices located in Dubai, London, Chennai, Australia, and Singapore, Facilio is a truly global enterprise. Facilio is backed by prominent investors such as Accel Partners, Tiger Global Management, Dragoneer Investment, and Brookfield. The driving force behind Prabhu and his…
Dr. Ansari embarked on his remarkable journey in the UAE over thirty years ago as an engineer, and through his unwavering commitment and tireless efforts, he has ascended to the esteemed position of Group Chief Executive Officer at Adeeb Group. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Ansari has been instrumental in serving a diverse range of clients across various industries and verticals within the construction and Facilities Management sectors. His wealth of experience and expertise has earned him the prestigious Fellow membership status in the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM). As the visionary Group CEO of Adeeb Group, Dr.…
Karcher, a global leader in cleaning technology, and BEEAH Group, the region’s leading sustainability and digitalisation expert, renowned for ground-breaking environmental innovations and smart solutions for future-ready cities, have entered an agreement to collaborate across multiple projects and areas of interest that aim to maintain a cleaner city environment and improve the overall quality of life of residents across the region, by signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance their strategic collaboration in key areas of technology enhancements, such as robotic cleaning solutions. Joe Lahoud, Managing Director of Karcher Middle East, Khaled Al Huraimel, Group CEO of BEEAH…
In an exclusive interview with CBNME, James Marsh, Chief Development Officer at RAK Properties, gives us an insight into the latest projects, their sustainability goals, and how they are an active contributor to RAK’s Vision 2030 and the real estate mandate, by developing destinations that feed into the economic, societal, and environmental pillars of the emirate. As Chief Development Officer, can you tell us about your role in shaping the future of RAK Properties and its developments? RAK Properties has a rich portfolio of exciting and diverse large-scale projects in the pipeline across the Emirate, which is one…
SNC-Lavalin, a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world, has been awarded a district cooling services contract by Green Park Cooling Company, a subsidiary of Saudi Tabreed, a leading provider of sustainable district cooling schemes for some of the largest projects in Saudi Arabia, for King Salman Park. A green destination at the heart of Riyadh, the Park is set to foster the Kingdom’s productivity, creativity, and innovation for future generations. King Salman Park is one of Riyadh’s Four Megaprojects launched by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman Bin Abdulaziz, in…
Red Sea International (RSI) announced the acquisition of 51% of the share capital of The Fundamental Installation for Electric Work Company Ltd, First Fix, by means of cash consideration. The agreement was executed on Tuesday in Riyadh. The acquisition closure will be subject to satisfaction of certain regulatory and corporate conditions, as well as RSI’s due diligence. RSI is the developer behind ambitious Saudi tourism destinations the Red Sea and AMAALA. Pioneering modular engineering since 1967, RSI, is known for its strong record and international expertise. “The objective of the acquisition is to strengthen RSI’s leadership position as well as…
The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has achieved the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) gold certification in the category for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance (EBOM). Presented by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED is the most widely used green building rating system in the world, and a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement and leadership. The LEED v4.1 O+M Existing Buildings rating system helps building operators maximise operational efficiency and minimise environmental impact. The award follows a three-year process of Ithra monitoring and improving the Center’s performance on metrics including water efficiency, energy and…
Abdul Latif Jameel Electronics, a major electronics distributor in Saudi Arabia, and Hisense, a global leader in white goods manufacturing, have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance their business portfolio and strengthen their presence in the region. The partnership agreement designates Abdul Latif Jameel Electronics as the authorized distributor of Hisense Air Conditioning in Saudi Arabia. The signing ceremony, held under the patronage of Wang Qimin, the Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Jeddah, solidified this collaboration. Hisense aims to expand its air conditioning business, serving both residential and commercial sectors, by leveraging this partnership. It…