In support of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s strategic direction to provide housing solutions for its citizens, the National Bank of Bahrain is launching a new Joint Housing product offering in conjunction with Eskan Bank starting from January 2021. The product, designed for beneficiaries of housing loan services offered by the Ministry of Housing, comes as part of NBB’s efforts to participate in the Ministry’s initiatives to serve and provide housing benefits to all Bahraini citizens. The product offering comes as part of NBB’s continuous efforts to drive positive societal initiatives within the Kingdom of Bahrain and support the Kingdom’s overall economy, highlighting the…
Author: Kasun Illankoon
The MOBISCREEN MS 1202 and MS 1203 are available with two or three screen decks and have screening surface areas of 12 m² in the upper and middle deck and 11 m² in the lower deck. They thus make hourly outputs of up to 750 tons possible. But what else does it come down to with such screening plants apart from a high maximum output? Aiko Fischer, Product Manager for screening plants at Kleemann, answers this: “To achieve these high outputs, the material flow must be well designed. Kleemann has thus generously dimensioned the feed hopper with a holding volume…
ALEC, one of the UAE’s most diversified construction groups has identified what it believes to be the key trends expected to drive the industry during the year ahead. Commenting on the topic, ALEC CEO, Kez Taylor, said: “While the pandemic has clearly caused many industries around the world to change tack, the prevailing construction trends are ultimately ones that were long overdue prior to the challenges of 2020. Today, we stand in a unique position to transform our industry into a healthy ecosystem, where all stakeholders are able to succeed by utilising the latest technology and a collaborative approach.” Innovation…
The landmark Sa’ada development in Muharraq welcomes the opening of its first nine outlets, offering visitors an attractive selection of dining and leisure options. Managed by Edamah Property Management Company (EPMC), Sa’ada is an important heritage project which will link Muharraq’s existing historical setting with the waterfront via an iconic bridge. It aims to restore the local community’s sea access and serve as a key shopping and entertainment destination, while stirring commercial activity to help the Kingdom recover from the economic effects of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Phase 1 of the project, which encompasses food and beverage outlets, kiosks, prayer…
Dubai Customs received Agile Organization Certification from the American Business Agility Institute (BAI), as the first agile government organization worldwide. The Government Department consolidated its position in agility by obtaining four-star rating, the highest agility rating given by BAI, topping other competitors. The next four competitors in the list were private sector companies from different countries. The California based institute has 2,500 members from 94 countries around the world. In its report, BAI stated Dubai Customs’ agility stood at 94%, topping 90% of the 1,030 organizations and companies evaluated. These included 170 companies and establishments that work in the same…
Dubal Holding’s decision to acquire a majority stake in Dubai-based aluminium extrusion company OSE Industries is a major vote of confidence in the UAE economy, according to Dubai Industrial City. The region’s largest manufacturing and logistics hub, home to OSE Industries, lauded the deal as a reflection of the growth opportunities and underlying strength in Dubai’s industrial sector. OSE Industries began manufacturing operations in 2015 and now exports MPE, precision tubing and industrial piping across the Middle East and North Africa, Asia, Europe and the US. Its clients include a well-known US electric carmaker, as well as major players in…
Rahail Aslam, Group CEO at Select Group, talks to Kasun Illankoon, Editor at Construction Business News ME, about their recently launched 15 Northside Project in Business Bay, their commitment to deliver on their promise, and he gives us a great insight on how the developer is looking to stand out from the rest of the competition
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince, Chairman of The Red Sea Development Company (TRSDC), has launched the Coral Bloom concept, which was created by architectural firm Foster + Partners, and designed to blend in with the island’s pristine natural environment. TRSDC, the developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism project, has since shared the striking vision for its main hub island at the destination, Shurayrah. “We expect guests to be awed by what they see when they first arrive at The Red Sea Project, enjoying a truly immersive barefoot luxury experience. The Coral Bloom designs, taking…
Underlining its commitment to building a robust indigenous defense industry ecosystem through global partnerships, Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has successfully launched a new joint venture (JV) with L3Harris Technologies, one of the world’s largest aerospace and defense systems manufacturers. SAMI L3Harris Technologies has been created with the goal of accelerating SAMI’s growth by developing advanced communication, sensor, and integrated mission systems capabilities in support of Saudi Arabia’s armed and security forces. The launch of the JV, which encompasses the entire L3Harris Technologies portfolio of capabilities, was initiated through signing…
UAE-based developer Arada has awarded Emrill a three-year facilities management contract. The contract scope includes the delivery of mechanical, engineering and plumbing (MEP), heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), lifeguard, housekeeping and specialist services for several locations within Arada’s master community development, Aljada, including the Aljada Discovery Centre. The contract will see Emrill mobilise a team of 51, of which 29 will be operating in the first residential phase of Aljada (Block L) and 22 will be based in the Aljada Discovery Centre. The deployed team will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive range of MEP services, including chiller maintenance.…