Following the launch and quickly selling out of the Dh165 million Waves-1 residential project in March 2022, Samana Developers today launched a Dh200 million Waves-2 project, which is adjacent to Wave-1, with retail spaces on the ground floor. The Waves twin tower is located in Jumeirah Villages Circle. The G+3P+23 Waves-2 residential tower, spanning over 263,636 sqft, is designed by a team of expert architects who incorporated the modern trend of luxury living within budgets. Plenty of water features, private pools, water cascades, a leisure deck, a health club, valet parking and retail spaces make it a mid-luxury property right…
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AECOM, the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, announced today that it has been awarded a multi-year contract to provide project management consultancy (PMC) services for NEOM International Airport (NIA), in the northwestern region of Saudi Arabia. AECOM’s scope will include project management for masterplanning, design and construction services, through to testing, commissioning, operational readiness, activation and transition (ORAT). “We are very pleased to be part of this innovative NEOM project, which is set to transform travel between NEOM and the world,” said Lara Poloni, AECOM’s president. “Our track record delivering large scale infrastructure projects in the region, as well as…
The CBNME MEP Awards 2023 saw 16 winners crowned for their achievements in the MEP Industry. CBNME MEP Awards 2023 is one of the leading events applauding 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 16 categories. The winner for the Sustainable Project of the Year goes to Bin Dasmal Contracting for Ekhtaar ________________________________________________________________________________________________ The winner for the Mechanical Project of the Year goes to WME by Egis Group for UAE Pavilion ________________________________________________________________________________________________…
Pearl Polyurethane Systems, the award-winning PU system house, has announced the commissioning of a major new production facility in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, further reinforcing the company’s industry-leading position as the largest supplier of polyurethane formulations in the Middle East and Africa region. Creating new job opportunities in Jeddah, the dedicated plant and office will accommodate the company’s growing team while further expanding its presence in the Kingdom. With this new facility, Pearl is accelerating the implementation of its PearlX2 growth plan set to double the company’s size over the coming five-year period. Jeddah was chosen as the site for the…
Marjan, in partnership with RAK Hospitality Holding and Wynn Resorts, Limited, has announced the appointment of two contractors to undertake integral construction works of the integrated Wynn Resort set to open in Ras Al Khaimah early 2027. ALEC Engineering and Contracting LLC (ALEC), part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD) and experienced in the construction of complex and iconic projects across diverse sectors, was awarded the main contract for the construction of the integrated resort development. Bauer International FZE, the German foundation specialist, will undertake the piling and enabling works. Bauer has begun construction preparation on the project site, located on the man-made Al…
Leading UAE-based smart FM solutions company HITEK Services, which is part of the Farnek group of companies, has initiated an agreement to supply more than 40 licences for its CAFMTEK solution, for Abu Dhabi Motor Sports Management (ADMM), which manages the Yas Marina Circuit, the home of the Formula 1® Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. CAFMTEK is mobile-enabled, computer-aided facility management (CAFM) software solution that supports facility managers by affording improved control over the assets, locations and resources in their facility. The solution provides real-time information, streamlining operations such as maintenance, cleaning and security. “The technology team at HITEK used Cloud…
ServeU, a leading facilities management (FM) solutions provider in the UAE and a subsidiary of Union Properties, is set to launch its groundbreaking app, ServeU AI TaskMaster, powered by ChatGPT. This revolutionary AI-driven application, developed entirely by ServeU’s in-house development team, seamlessly integrates innovative technologies with FM operations to set new industry benchmarks and provide exceptional services to clients. In addition, the app will offer multilingual support, catering to a diverse workforce with languages including Hindi, Urdu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, Nepali, and Sinhalese. ServeU recently invested in an in-house development team to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge in…
Trimble, a leader in construction technology, introduced the latest version of its Tekla Software which helps manage Building Information Modelling (BIM), structural engineering, and steel fabrication. The latest upgrade of Tekla software, which includes Tekla Structures 2023, Tekla Structural Designer 2023, Tekla Tedds 2023, and Tekla PowerFab 2023, is set to raise the standard of automated and connected workflows across various project phases and stakeholders in the Middle East’s construction sector. According to recent reports, the construction sector of the Middle East is poised to grow even more, led by the UAE and Saudi Arabia with a total of USD…
LEOS International, a renowned and respected luxury property developer with presence between the United Kingdom and the Middle East, unveils Hadley Heights, its first premium residential property development situated at the heart of Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) in the UAE. Hadley Heights is a high-end residential building that fosters a lifestyle of luxury, elegance, and modern living by melding city convenience and neighbourhood tranquillity. The property is developed by LEOS International, a company that delivers high-end development projects worldwide, specialising in residential, commercial, and mixed-use real estate, with goals to deliver top-notch houses that successfully blend into the built environment…
Infracare Facilities Management, an established organization in the United Arab Emirates, is excited to announce the launch of Infracare Home Services, a new division that offers customers a range of high-quality and cost-effective services to homes across the United Arab Emirates. In a short space of time, the home services have quickly developed a reputation for being reliable and customer focused. Infracare Home Services has been launched to provide a hassle-free and convenient experience to residents of the United Arab Emirates. Initially operating in Dubai, the company offers a wide range of services, from cleaning, swimming pool maintenance and landscaping,…