CEO, Eng. Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al-Aboudi explores Thakher Development company’s industry influence through their monumental Kingdom project… Thakher Development Company oversees the master planning and infrastructure of the Thakher Makkah project, a significant real estate endeavour in Saudi Arabia. With its expansive size and diverse range of hospitality offerings, including hotels, residential, and commercial spaces, this project is poised to enhance the quality of life for its residents and visitors. Once all development phases are completed, the Thakher project will accommodate over 1.6 million visitors and pilgrims. “This aligns with the goals of Vision 2030 to host 30 million Umrah…
Author: Vibha Mehta
In this interview, Achraf Ellili, CEO of Flow Progressive Logistics, elaborates on the company’s journey towards becoming the premier end-to-end logistics solutions provider in the Kingdom. Flow Progressive Logistics leads the delivery of end-to-end logistics solutions, merging vertical and horizontal operations to meet clients’ comprehensive needs. According to Achraf Ellili, CEO of Flow Progressive Logistics, “Our expertise spans the entire supply chain spectrum, offering tailored solutions that include advanced freight forwarding, customs clearance, and comprehensive logistics services, ensuring seamless transitions from global networks to local delivery points.” Leveraging partnerships with top networks like WCA & JC Trans, Flow boasts exceptional…
In Qiddiya City, just 40 minutes from Riyadh, an unprecedented anime theme park is set to captivate visitors with its unique spectacle
In the last feature of our Women in Construction series, Maya Bakir tells us more about the significant role of women in the construction industry. InfluenzaAs a professional woman with extensive experience in Health, Safety, Environment, and Security (HSES) within the GCC’s oil and gas and construction sectors, Maya is eager to shed light on the evolving and increasingly crucial role that women are playing in this dynamic field. When she embarked on her career in the construction industry, Maya Bakir encountered many challenges stemming from the traditional male dominance within the sector. However, thanks to dedicated training initiatives and…
Sue Donoghue from DHL was always drawn to the logistics industry
In our 7th feature of Women in Construction, Sangeetha Sukanth highlights on women in the MEP industry, a predominantly male dominated industry. InfluenzaHVAC is a vital sector of the UAE economy that is essential to maintaining residential and commercial clients’ ambient temperatures, healthy and ideal air quality, and enough ventilation. Given the extensive use of HVAC systems, it is imperative that cost-effectiveness, sustainability, insulation, and energy efficiency all work together harmoniously to prevent further strain on the environment. Reduction of waste of any kind is important, as is making every effort to reuse and recycle. Sangeeta is attempting, therefore, to…
In our 6th feature of Women in Construction, Nasreen Al-Dossary discusses how women are transforming the construction industry. InfluenzaWomen’s increasing participation in the construction industry is transforming the sector, and the shift has been a breath of fresh air. As Group Chief Human Resources Officer (GCHRO) at ROSHN, Nasreen Al-Dossary sees how empowering women to participate in their projects – onsite, in the office, or in the boardroom – has fostered innovation in their operations and reinforced their sustainable construction practices. Women’s increased involvement at ROSHN is a tangible result of commitments to diversity and inclusion, but women also make them a…
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and MEDLOG, the logistics arm of the Mediterranean Shipping Co. MSC, signed an agreement
Saudi-listed ACWA Power, the world’s largest private sector water desalination company, a leader in energy transition, and a first mover into green hydrogen, announced the successful refinancing of USD 580 million of existing debt for the Al Dur Phase II Independent Water and Power Project (IWPP) in the Kingdom of Bahrain. ACWA Power acted as the sole financial advisor to the project company. The project, which has an investment value of more than USD one billion, uses seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) technology to produce 227,000 cubic meters per day of desalinated water and combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) technology with the…
In our 5th feature of Women in Construction, Statia Breen talks about women fostering an innovative, creative, and inclusive environment in the construction field. InfluenzaWomen exert a growing influence on the construction industry through increased participation, leadership roles, and advocacy for diversity and inclusion. As more women pursue careers in construction-related fields, they are breaking barriers and taking on positions as project managers, architects, engineers, and executives. Their presence brings fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the industry and fosters a more inclusive and supportive environment. Through networking, mentorship, and educational initiatives, women actively promote opportunities for other females to…