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car Mega districts unveiled for $63bn Diriyah project
Company, a dynamic mixed-use developer transforming Saudi Arabia's historic birthplace into a vibrant new cultural and entertainment destination, has unveiled details of two high-profile developments - Qurain Cultural District and Northern District - to be developed within its $63.2 billion Diriyah project, on the outskirts of the Saudi capital Riyadh.
GFH, Infracorp to launch Kempinski Harbour Heights
GFH, a regional financial group with key interests in asset management and real estate, and Infracorp have signed an agreement with global hospitality group Kempinski to launch Kempinski Harbour Heights hotel and exclusive branded residences in Bahrain.
Kuwait to build 3,345 residences in Jahra City
Public Authority for Housing Welfare (PAHW) has awarded contracts for the construction of a total of 3,345 residential units as part of its Jahra City affordable housing project.
$3bn leisure, tourism project launched in Qatar
Diar Real Estate Investment Company and FTG Development have announced the groundbreaking of its premium $3-billion tourism and leisure development - Land of Legends Qatar - being set up on a 650,000-sq-m area within the Simaisma Project located 40 km north of capital Doha.
Work starts on Surf Park, Tivoli & Avani hotels
EDAMAH, the real estate arm of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), has started work on its world-class project, Bahrain Surf Park Club Hawaii Experience as well as on its key hospitality project -Tivoli & Avani Hotels & Residences located within the Bilaj AI Jazayer development on the kingdom's southwest coast.
Masterplan for Bilaj AI Jazayer Beach unveiled
FOSTER + Partners have unveiled the designs for the Bilaj AI Jazayer Beach masterplan that will create a dynamic new destination on Bahrain's southwest coast.
Kooheji launches Onyx Water Garden
KOOHEJI Development marked a milestone at Cityscape Bahrain with the official launch of its third-generation Onyx series venture - Onyx Water Garden.
Contractor responsibility for employer's design
STUART JORDAN discusses the issue of design responsibility in construction contracts, particularly in design-build and EPC ones, emphasising that contractors should thoroughly review employerprovided designs to ensure they are adequate for construction.
Inclusive design key to urban future
Accessibility and inclusion play a crucial role in the urban transformation under way in Saudi Arabia, says Dr Talal Alharbi, an accessibility expert for giga projects. At the recent Global Stratalogues roundtables on accessible design, he provided his insights on the kingdom's commitment to inclusivity and the challenges involved.
Resource-saving WC system
Toilet flushing accounts for up to one-third of the water consumed every day in a household, says leading sanitary solutions provider Geberit, which has focused on developing water-efficient toilet systems by optimising the flushing mechanism and ceramic design, resulting in significant reduction in water consumption.
JCV's Truck Solution Show in Riyadh a major success
JUFFALI Commercial Vehicles (JCV), a leading provider of logistics solutions in Saudi Arabia, recently held a highly successful Truck Solution Show in Riyadh, which brought together more than 400 guests, including transportation professionals, industry leaders, and key stakeholders.
Volvo Trucks launches next-gen safety systems
VOLVO Trucks has introduced two safety systems focusing on protecting pedestrians and cyclists that face daily risks on busy roads, in line with the company's long-term vision of ensuring zero accidents involving Volvo trucks.
Daimler, Volvo to develop intelligent vehicle platform
AS PER plans announced in May, Daimler Truck and Volvo Group have signed a binding agreement to establish a new 50/50 joint venture in Sweden to develop a software-defined vehicle platform for heavy-duty vehicles and drive the industry transformation.
Sixth Tadano RT crane for mega Kuwait city project
LA'ALA AI Kuwait Real Estate Company has recently received the last of six new Tadano GR rough-terrain (RT) cranes, all of which will be fully utilised on the construction site of Sabah AI Ahmad Sea City, a large residential and mixed-use waterfront city in southern Kuwait.
Al-Usaimi's logistics arm drives market growth
Al-Usaimi Steel says it is reaping the rewards of having established a robust transport infrastructure to support its operations across multiple countries, ensuring timely delivery of its quality products.
Formwork veteran builds on innovative solutions
PASCHAL, a leading German formwork manufacturer which this year marks its 60th anniversary, has made significant contributions to the construction industry worldwide, including in the Middle East.
Shoring solution eases work on vast excavation
Altrad RMD Kwikform has engineered a groundbreaking shoring solution for a massive Abu Dhabi excavation project, one of the largest in the company’s history. The Tubeshor system, chosen for its efficiency and safety, accelerated the project timeline and mitigated site risks, including water proximity.
Hansgrohe launches AXOR Citterio C
GERMAN sanitary solutions specialist Hansgrohe Group unveiled the AXOR Citterio C Collection last month in Dubai at the 2024 MEA Stakeholder Conference, which brought together decision-makers who are building and refurbishing hundreds of hotels across the Middle East, Africa and Europe.
Geberit's innovation has transformed bathrooms
IN 1964, Geberit changed the face of bathroom technology by introducing the world’s first concealed cistern, hiding plumbing components behind the wall and marking a turning point in bathroom aesthetics, says the Swiss sanitary solutions provider, which this year marks its 150th anniversary.
Ideal Standard builds on innovative design
Designs of bathrooms will see a continuous evolution rather than drastic changes in shapes or styles, with the focus being on sustainability, says Roberto Palomba, Ideal Standard’s Chief Design Officer, in an exclusive interview with Gulf Construction.
First net-positive mosque opens
MAJID AI Futtaim, a leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, last month opened the Middle East's first net-positive mosque within its flagship Dubai community, Tilal AI Ghaf.
KRB pioneers CarbonCure technology
IN GROUNDBREAKING news, AI Kifah Readymix & Blocks (KRB), a leading provider of building materials in Saudi Arabia, has announced the accreditation of CarbonCure technology.
Bridging the green skills gap key to sustainability
Addressing the green skills gap across the Arabian Gulf’s construction industry will be critical for the region to achieve a sustainable future, writes AMANDA WILLIAMS, Head of Environmental Sustainability at the UK-based Chartered Institute of Building CIOB).
New carbon capture measurement solution
VAISALA, a global leader in measurement technology, has launched a new tool, MGP241, that measures carbon dioxide (CO2) and humidity and is specifically designed to bring transparency to carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) projects.
Cannon Artes builds mega wastewater plant in Qatar
CANNON Artes is currently building a large-scale, advanced wastewater treatment and water reuse plant for a gigantic polyolefin complex in Qatar, which will recover and reuse nearly 80 per cent of the effluent water.
KPC Precast presses ahead with green focus
KPC PRECAST Company, a leading precast concrete manufacturer in Saudi Arabia, continues to implement a range of ecofriendly initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a greener future, in line with its commitment to environmental sustainability.
A circular future: are we on track?
In the built environment, adopting the principles of the circular economy can greatly reduce environmental impact. However, reliable metrics are needed to measure progress effectively. To address this, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development WBCSD) is developing Circular Transition Indicators CTI) for Buildings, says ALESSIA SANTORO, Senior Associate Built Environment.
Mattex thrives on surging demand
JEDDAH-BASED Mattex, a leading provider of polymer-based synthetic materials, is aligning its operations to capitalise on the surge in demand driven by the kingdom's mega projects while maintaining its international market position.
Roshn pushes ahead with Western Province projects
SAUDI Arabia's ambitious vision for residential communities in its Western Province is taking shape, with Roshn, the kingdom's primary multi-asset developer, spearheading transformative projects that will redefine urban living.
Jeddah Central's key modules taking shape
WITH the award of contracts worth a total of SR12 billion ($3.2 billion) early this year, Jeddah Central Development Company (JCDC) has flagged off the main construction work on three of the four key components of its massive Jeddah Central project.