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
The Board of Directors of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Development Authority, chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, has announced the launch of the Reserve’s Integrated Development Management Plan (IDMP). This comprehensive plan is set to position the Reserve as a
More than one in three construction managers in the UK say that incorrectly sized equipment has caused operational inefficiencies on site, potentially disrupting their operations. According to the findings of a new report from Aggreko, ‘A Perfect Storm for European Construction?,’ 37% of UK respondents said that they had experienced issues with sizing equipment in
Ethiopian Airlines Group has announced plans to build Africa’s largest airport in Abusera – a critical element of Ethiopian’s 15-year strategic plan to become one of the most competitive aviation groups in the world. The airport’s location allows for progressive growth, empowering the airline to meet the International Air Transport Association’s forecasts of more than
Having worked in different roles in numerous companies, Mohammad Imran Qureshi has emerged as a successful entrepreneur in the industry in just five years. The Founder and CEO of MetTech Metal and Glass Workshop, who admits that he loves challenges, worked in the architectural metal and glass industry for many years before deciding to start
A testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess, a new 564-kilometer highway connecting Saudi Arabia and Oman has been hailed as a remarkable achievement. The road, which traverses the unforgiving Empty Quarter desert, is set to revolutionize transportation and trade between the two Gulf nations. This impressive stretch traverses the harsh terrain of the Empty
Italian football club A.S. Roma has released images showcasing its project for a new home stadium, designed by sports-focused architecture office Populous. In addition to improving the experience of fans, the design also aims to appeal to the broader community by providing a varied and multifunctional space. The stadium is set to become the permanent
