Analysis
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Himoinsa provides quick back-up power for Doha Festival City
When the Qatar mall wanted emergency stand-by power, it turned to the Spanish generator giant Himoinsa to install an 8.7MVA back-up system...
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Can construction be more sustainable?
Fabrizio Nicoli and Milena Dimitrova of FILA Middle East outline how suppliers can help change the mind-set of the construction industry towards...
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Reversing the slump in GCC vehicle sales
Alpen Capital feels positive about a future built on local assembly and rebounding sales. A new report by Alpen Capital, an investment...
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Ajman makes property market push
The first Ajman Real Estate Conference spotlighted the healthy growth potential of realty in the UAE’s smallest emirate, where real estate transactions...
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A lot to celebrate: Ritchie Bros. marks 20 years in Dubai
Global machinery auction powerhouse Ritchie Bros. has been in the region for two decades. When you have been conducting auctions for more...
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Façade face-off as industry comes under scrutiny in Middle East
Middle East Consultant speaks to façade consultants and suppliers over the pressing issues in the field. The façade business sector in the...
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UAE hotels urged to open door to sustainability
An Emirates Green Building Council report throws up some interesting revelations about the hospitality sector’s urgent need to improve eco efforts. At...
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Spreading the word on new Dubai fire codes for cladding
Experts tell Big Project ME that greater communication and enforcement is needed from authorities, to ensure the new safety codes are followed....
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Second life: Used machinery market gets a lift
‘Whenever the construction market faces a slowdown economically, the demand for used equipment starts to increase,’ says one expert. With an atmosphere...
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What makes a good design and build contractor?
D&B specialists offer a single point of contact and time and cost benefits. Of the various procurement routes used by the construction...