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UAE uni launches 3D printing construction workshops
American University of Sharjah Enterprises workshops are developed around theme of the impact of technology on construction. The American University of Sharjah...
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Dubai-Al Ain housing project to span 763 hectares
Residential area will have focus on urban sustainability. A residential project spanning 763 hectares will be built for UAE citizens in Umm...
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Dubai to introduce new green building ratings system next year
The Al Saafat project aims to bring a 20% reduction in electricity consumption. Dubai plans to change its green building ratings system...
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Dubai’s DSI completes capital restructuring
Tabarak injects $136 million into Drake & Scull International as part of capital increase. Drake & Scull International (DSI) has issued a...
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The challenge ahead for UAE green building legislation
Nick Constantine, senior surveyor in the Project and Building Consultancy department at Cavendish Maxwell, says that while green building legislation is a...
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Windows work: How natural light can boost morale in the office
Big Project ME speaks to lighting experts to find out how mimicking natural light can help improve worker performance in closed environments....
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Kez Taylor: How ALEC is evolving in a changing Mideast construction market
The construction boss speaks to Gavin Davids about a variety of issues he sees hampering the growth and development of the industry....
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Bellevue Towers project in Dubai reaches key milestone
Raft foundation work completed within 48 hours, says Dubai Properties, developer of the $54 million project. Dubai Properties says it has achieved...
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Abanos wins $3m contract for Dubai’s Art of Living Mall
Interior fit-out and joinery company will create ‘stand-out features’ for the mall. Abanos, the UAE-based interior fit-out and joinery company, has announced...
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Nakheel, Centara form JV for Dubai resort
Hotel management agreement confirmed for 600-room beachfront resort at Deira Islands. The Dubai-based master developer Nakheel and Thai hotel group Centara Hotels...