Saudi real estate developer Midad has announced that work has been completed on mega suspended bridges located within the Four Seasons Private Residences Jeddah project located in the Saudi ports city. Spanning 60m long and 130m above sea level, the bridges will connect the towers and include eight floors weighing 2,500 tonnes, transforming the Jeddah
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has announced the implementation of new guidelines for construction signboards in Abu Dhabi. Effective from October 2024, these measures aim to improve the accessibility and integrity of ongoing developments across the emirate. Under these regulations, traditional signs displaying key details—such as the project’s name, construction firm, along with
Procore, a leading provider of construction management software, has announced the appointment of Lee Miles as General Manager for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. In his role, he will oversee the company’s growth and expansion efforts to empower construction professionals with innovative tools and solutions that enhance project efficiency, collaboration, and profitability
Select Group, a leading real estate developer, has announced that it had awarded Arabian Construction Company (ACC) the construction contract for its iconic ultra-luxury development, Six Senses Residences Dubai Marina, with a gross development value of over $1 billion. Strategically located in the vibrant Dubai Marina district, the ultra-luxury 122-storey development embodies the essence of
With over 35 bridges successfully constructed in the hilly terrains of Nepal, K.M. Engineers Builders stands as a beacon of hope for communities in need. Founded by Mohan Karki, who grew up in the remote hills of the nation and dedicated to delivering essential infrastructure to rural areas, the company has transformed the lives of
Dar Global, the London-listed luxury real estate developer, has announced that Stromek Emirates Foundations, a leading engineering and construction firm renowned for delivering high-quality foundational work across the region, has been awarded the contract for shoring, excavation, and piling works for its prestigious ‘The Astera, Interiors by Aston Martin’ project. With a Gross Development Value
Saudi Arabia’s Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih announced that the Kingdom aims to allocate a significant portion of its $200 billion annual construction and material procurement contracts to Pakistan. Speaking at a joint business forum in Islamabad, Al-Falih expressed optimism about finalising at least $2 billion in business proposals during his three-day visit. As Saudi Arabia
The Luxe Developers, a UAE-based real estate development firm, has appointed China State Construction Engineering Corporation (Middle East) (L.L.C) as its main contractor for the company’s AED1.5 billion Oceano development located on Al Marjan Island. The company, which has its headquarters in Beijing, is the largest construction company in the world by revenue, and will
Researchers at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have developed a robot that can take over a back-breaking job at construction sites. The rebar tying robot has been developed by the team led by MPhil student Li Haozhen under the guidance of Dr. Liang Haobo, Associate Director of the University’s Hong Kong Center
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened two major bridges recently, as part of the Garn Al Sabkha-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road Intersection Improvement Project. The first is a two-lane bridge, spanning 601 m with a capacity of 3,200 vehicles per hour. It serves the eastward traffic from Garn Al Sabkha Street to Sheikh Mohammed
