Provis, one the UAE’s leading estate management companies, has been awarded the Property Management Company of the Year accolade during the Innovation in Construction & FM Awards 2020 held recently in Dubai. The Innovation in Construction & FM Awards 2020 is one of the leading recognition platforms that spotlights achievements of real estate and facilities management companies and individuals for their outstanding work in the region. This year, more than 50 companies submitted award applications across 18 categories in construction and 11 categories in facilities management and property management. “It is an honor to be recognized at the Innovation in…
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EFS Facilities Services Group, a leading facilities management service provider in the region, has bagged the ‘Facilities Management Company of the Year’ at the Innovation in Construction & FM Awards 2020. The company also doubly celebrates the success with their Group CEO, Mr. Tariq Chauhan, for being honoured with the ‘Industry Leader of the Year’ at the awards for his long-lasting impact in the FM Industry. The Innovation in Construction & FM awards 2020, which took place at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, is one of the leading events applauding the achievements of the region’s construction and FM professionals. The awards…
Agility, a leading global logistics provider, announced solar projects in Dubai and Jordan that will eventually cut the company’s carbon footprint in the region by 5%. At Agility’s regional headquarters in Dubai, the solar photovoltaic (PV) plant involves installation of 17,500 panels at three sites with the capacity to generate nearly 8 mega-watts of power at peak. Installation will include a 5.45 MW system at two sites in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), and a 2.6 MW system at the Dubai Investment Park. Once complete, Agility’s solar PV system will generate enough electricity to cover 60% of the energy…
Amid an anticipated surge in vaccine logistics demand, Abu Dhabi is poised to cement its position as the global logistics hub to facilitate COVID-19 vaccine distribution across the world, after spearheading the launch of the Hope Consortium. Comprising leading Abu Dhabi and global entities, the Hope Consortium represents a complete supply chain solution to address vaccine transport, demand planning, sourcing, training, and digital technology infrastructure, and facilitate vaccine availability across the world. The news follows Hope Consortium member Etihad Cargo and the consortium transporting five million vaccines in November on behalf of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, which…
Expo 2020 Dubai officials and the Canadian diplomatic missions in the UAE met to discuss ongoing collaboration as the countdown to the Expo in October next year continues. The meeting was chaired by H.E. Reem Al Hashimy, Director General of Expo 2020 Dubai Bureau and UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, and H.E. Marcy Grossman, Ambassador of Canada to the UAE. It was also attended by H.E. Jean-Philippe Linteau, Consul General of Canada in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. All participants highlighted the significance of Expo 2020 Dubai in the post-COVID context as a catalyst to convene the world.…
The total value of all construction contracts awarded so far by Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) on the Qiddiya giga project, since construction began some 12 months ago, has reached SAR 2 billion and these contracts have been awarded 100% to Saudi companies. The most recent contract award, a three-year SAR1.1 billion agreement to construct major roads and bridges on the upper plateau of the site, was recently won by Haif & Freyssinet – a joint venture contract between the two local firms – allowing QIC to cross the SAR2 billion mark. Commenting on the milestone, Kareem Shamma, Chief Development Officer…
Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has been recognised at the prestigious Innovation in Construction & FM awards 2020 by winning HSE Initiative of the Year. The annual showpiece applauds the achievements of construction and facilities management professionals across the region and this year’s awards presentation was held yesterday, November 24, at Sofitel Dubai, The Obelisk. Global Village has raised the benchmark in response to the ongoing pandemic and continues to provide best-in-class guest experience under new normal conditions, following its comprehensive re-evaluation and overhaul of health, safety, and environmental…
Imdaad, a Dubai-based group of companies that provides integrated, sustainable FM services that enhance operational efficiencies of physical assets, has scooped two of the top awards at the Innovation in Construction and FM Awards 2020. The company received the coveted ‘Sanitation and Waste Management Company of the Year’ title, while Group Chief Executive Officer Mr. Jamal Abdulla Lootah was crowned ‘Visionary Leader of the Year’ for his inspiring stewardship of Imdaad and outstanding contribution to the regional FM sector. The awards were presented during a glittering ceremony held at the prestigious Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk hotel. Judged by a panel…
Ithra Dubai, a leading real-estate developer wholly owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai, announced today another achievement for its iconic One Za’abeel. The revolutionary mixed-use development received the Best Innovative Project of The Year Award at the Innovation in Construction & FM Awards 2020, during an exclusive gala dinner held yesterday at the Sofitel Dubai, The Obelisk. ALEC is the main contractor of One Za’abeel project which will see retail, residential, hospitality and offices come together as part of its mixed-use status, giving its guests, tenants and visitors an unparalleled 360-degree view of the city. Organized annually by BNC…
Ahead of its flagship event White Friday, Amazon announced that it has invested in strengthening its operations in the UAE to ensure a smarter, faster, and more consistent experience for its customers and sellers. Spread across three key pillars: delivery infrastructure, job creation, and technology, the capital investments are well-timed for peak shopping season. Amazon increased its storage capacity by over 45% across its fulfillment network and opened a state-of-the-art new delivery station in the UAE, creating more than 2,000 permanent and seasonal jobs. The company now has more than 2.4 million cubic feet of storage capacity across its network…