Rockwell Automation has acquired Emulate3D, an innovative engineering software developer whose products digitally simulate and emulate industrial automation systems. By using accurate simulation models to improve systems planning and decision-making, followed by emulation trials that test the control system before installation, Emulate3D’s software enables customers to virtually test machine and system designs before incurring manufacturing and automation costs and committing to a final design.
Author: Kasun Illankoon
The Expo 2020 Dubai site is rapidly taking shape, with new drone footage revealing the dramatic scale of Dubai’s next most iconic location, Al Wasl Plaza. The most exciting drone footage of the site yet also shows the advanced formation of the Mobility and Sustainability Pavilions and other structures. More than 60 million work hours have been completed on the 4.38sqkm site. All construction is on track, with major works on Expo-built structures due to be completed by October 2019, a year before gates open on 20 October, 2020. With more than 200 international participants, the first World…
Etihad ESCO and Vision Invest has announced a new Joint Venture Company that has been established to provide fully integrated energy efficiency solutions for both the private and public sectors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The move is in support of KSA Vision 2030, wherein sustainability, conservation and efficiency are key themes in building a sustainable and efficient economy.
Alex Kniveton has joined international multi-disciplinary engineer Cundall as MEP Director in the Middle East as part of company’s growth. Alex’s primary focus will be to strengthen Cundall’s building services delivery and project portfolio in the region.
At Bauma 2019, the Bobcat stand will promote every area of Bobcat’s business, with a vibrant show of brand new and existing Bobcat products and their applications. The exciting display of Bobcat machines will be complemented by advanced augmented reality technology. The stand will also include areas dedicated to the company’s enhanced aftermarket parts and services as well as financing solutions.
In 1999, the ambitious journey of LogiPoint began as it built the Kingdom’s first and the largest Bonded and Re-Export Zone (BRZ) in Jeddah Islamic Port spreading on 1 million square meter of reclaimed land. At first, it was merely an idea to facilitate, streamline and accelerate the import and export through Jeddah Islamic Port. Over the next 20 years, LogiPoint transformed the Saudi Maritime and Supply Chain landscape into a world class integrated logistics infrastructure, as it introduced bonded warehousing and storage, faster customs clearance, transparency and accountability in operations, and logistics parks and zones beyond JIP to the…
Savills, one of the world’s leading real estate advisors, has released its first comprehensive view of the United Arab Emirates, The UAE Property Report. According to the specialist report, the UAE Government’s increased investment into infrastructure, its commitment to diversifying the economy and positive regulatory changes have paved the way for economic recovery and growth.
Breakbulk Middle East, the GCC’s leading breakbulk and project cargo event, is doing its part to actively build up the female maritime landscape. This year’s two-day conference will be held under the patronage of Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, the UAE Minister of Infrastructure Development and the Chairman of Federal Transport Authority for Land and Maritime and will feature a variety of industry women in leadership roles. The exhibition which is set to take place on the 11th and 12th of February at the Dubai World Trade Centre, in Dubai, UAE, will move the sector one step closer towards gender equality within the industry.
The Construction Innovation Awards KSA 2019 (CIA KSA 2019) is a platform for applauding the achievements of the KSA’s construction professionals. The Construction Innovation Awards KSA 2019 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 various categories. The awards categories are:- Company Awards Contractor of the year MEP Contractor of the year Consultant of the year Real estate developer of the year FM Company of the year HSE Initiative of the year Sustainability Initiative of the year CSR Initiative of the year Sub-Contractor of the…