Steve Cockerell, industry marketing director of rail at Bentley Systems, speaks with Construction Business News ME about the importance of trusted information What is driving the increased awareness of and reliance on building informational modelling (BIM) in the GCC? As an industry marketing director, I look at the GCC market as being one of the youngest, yet fastest growing and most aspirational rail markets in the world today. Yet the budgets for the many planned rail projects, while substantial, are likely to be tight. Meaning the pressure to control cost and time certainty will be greater than it has ever…
Author: Paromita Dey
Falconcity of Wonders (FCW) will showcase and discuss investment opportunities with Indian investors at the Dubai Property Show taking place from 6 to 8 November this year at the Mumbai Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. During the show, the developer will throw a spotlight on its latest property offerings, alongside discussing the key features and benefits of investing in its various residential, tourist, entertainment and recreational components. Alharith bin Salem Almoosa, vice chair and deputy general manager of Falconcity of Wonders LLC, said: “The upcoming Dubai Property Show in India is an excellent opportunity for us to directly bring our unique…
This year, Saudi Build operated under the theme, ‘Capture the Kingdom’s Leading Construction Opportunities,’ throwing the spotlight on swimming pools and accessories, timber frames, and water and heat installation as well as wood products. With over 16,000 construction professionals visiting this years Saudi Build, Shahid Bhatti, marketing specialist at Riyadh Exhibitions told Construction Business News ME that it was the spot for “ample networking opportunities”. Bhatti described Saudi Arabia’s unique cultural landscape as a reason behind the directed growth in the Kingdom’s construction industry. He said: “This is especially evident in the government’s initiative to redevelop Mecca’s Grand Mosque as…
Carving its reputation as a GCC investment hotspot, international real estate sales in Turkey increased 22% in H1, according to the Turkish Statistical Institute. Ceyda Carmikli, executive board member of Nurol REIT, speaks with Construction Business News ME about sustaining the pace Turkey-based Nurol Gayrimenkul Yatırım Ortaklığı A.Ş. (Nurol Real Estate Investment Trust) has a significant active portfolio, including Istanbul’s finance and business centre Nurol Plaza; most luxurious housing project in Ankara; and Karum Business and Shopping Centre, among other notable projects across the country. The company is now bidding for more GCC investment for its upcoming projects, Nurol Life,…
Arcadis and global NGO Rockefeller Foundation to work together to improve urban resiliency and make a significant impact on cities’ long-term prospects as they respond to the effects of mass urbanisation and climate change. The MoU will ensure the entities’ 100 Resilient Cities Initiative helps selected city leaders to understand their short- and long-term resiliency planning challenges. John Batten (top image), global cities director at Arcadis, will work directly with the Rockefeller Foundation to promote a resiliency roadmap, designed to equip cities with the necessary data to reduce risk. Batten said: “Resiliency is becoming an ever-present topic and, by addressing…
UAE-based developer Nakheel will showcase projects worth more than $4.6bn in construction costs at the Dubai Real Estate Show at the Mumbai Exhibition Centre from 6 to 8 November, 2015. Among the projects showcased, will be the new 15.3 square kilometre master Deira Islands master community, a variety of projects on the Palm Jumeirah, and a range of residential offerings at Warsan Village. This is strategic move for Nakheel to attract more Indian investors, who already account for more than 11% of its existing customers. According to the developers records, Indian investors have bought almost 4,400 villas, apartments and land…
Zane Hedge examines construction projects in the Middle East and how delays should be rightfully tackled with time impact analysis In her July 2015 article my colleague from Deloitte, Cynthia Corby, identified a number of critical issues which commonly affect the construction industry. In addition to the issues identified by Cynthia, it is no secret that many construction projects are delivered late as a result of critical delay. In my role as a delay analysis expert one area which often causes a significant amount of disagreement is the methodology to be utilised when analysing the causes of said delay. In…
Faithful+Gould has appointed Terry Tommason (top image), former senior partner and senior director of EC Harris/Arcadis, as the regional operations director for the Middle East. With 22 years’ experience in the region Tommason has previously led property and infrastructure sectors for EC Harris in the Middle East and was chair for Arcadis regional Strategic Pursuits unit responsible for Kingdom Tower Jeddah, Q22, Doha Metro, Hamad Medical City, Sharq Crossing and Dubai Creek Harbour. Campbell Gray, Faithful+Gould’s managing director for the Middle East, said: “The arrival of Terry is really exciting for our continued growth and development across the region. His…
H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, was briefed about plans to build 1090 residential units for Emiratis in two districts in Ajman by the Zayed Housing Programme. The two developments in Al-Montezi and Al-Helio neighbourhoods feature 650 and 440 residential units respectively, along with amenities such as community meeting places and playgrounds to enhance communication between families. The programme’s delegation led by chair Dr Abdullah bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Public Works told Emirates News Agency that two other developments at Al-Raqaib1 residential district will be completed soon to provide…
To redefine affordable housing in Dubai, Delta International Real Estate has launched a new Size Matters campaign for Tanmiyat Global’s 14.4 million sqq.ft Living Legends development The campaign places emphasis on spacious communities that offer value for money. The project aims to reflect outstanding value and space for money, indicated by price per square foot. Only 33% of the project’s plot was built on to offer a limited number of spacious, luxury units, complemented by large green spaces and facilities such as the 9-hole Legends Golf Course. Saleh Tabakh, CEO of Delta International Real Estate said: “Affordability should be measured…