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Building-integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) technologies and its application to Qatar and the MENA regionQEERI (Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute) hosted an event on 2 and 3 Febru-ary 2016 where architects and building engineers learnt how PV systems can be introduced in buildings with good design, structures and energy concepts, as well as how BIPV prod-ucts can be multifunctional (electricity generation, weather protection, heat insulation, sun protection, noise protection, modulation of daylight and security). The event was hosted in collaboration with Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics (Fraunhofer-CSP, Germany).Though utility-scale PV power plants are already in the pipeline in Qatar (Kahramaa, 200 MW initiative), design strategies and techniques to use PV in buildings and reduce energy demand is an opportunity to be explored. The objective of the workshop was to provide in-formation to architects and building engineers in Qatar to design and construct sustainable buildings that are energy neutral over their lifetimes. Such “zero energy” homes and offices have already been built worldwide. BIPV systems are able to contribute significantly to meet the goal of true sustainable building design. BIPV are photovoltaic materials that are used to replace conventional building materials in parts of the building envelope such as the roof, skylights, or facades. They are increasingly being incorporated into the construction of new buildings as a principal or ancillary source of electrical power, although existing buildings may be retrofitted with similar technology. The main purpose of this event is to show the advantages and resources available for Qatar to in-tegrate PV technology in the urban environment, allowing buildings to be converted from en-ergy users to energy producers In this event architects and building engineers will learn how PV systems can be introduced in buildings with good design, structures and energy concepts, as well as how BIPV products can be multifunctional (electricity generation, weather protec-tion, heat insulation, sun protection, noise protection, modulation of daylight and security) More information can be obtained at http://www.qeeri.org.qa/en/events

Qatari power company buys stake in Indonesian power marketNebras Power to buy ENGIE stake of up to 35.5% in Paiton – Qatari joint stock company Nebras Power has signed a binding agreement to acquire ENGIE’s stake of up to 35.5% in PT Paiton Energy. The acquisition of ENGIE’s stake in Paiton provides Nebras with access to the highly attractive Indonesian power market. It is in line with Nebras Power’s stated objective to establish itself as a leading international power company and increasing its imprints in the world’s energy sector via actively growing its portfolio in both convention-al and renewable power generation assets across South East Asia, Europe and Mena (Middle East and North Africa) regions. Paiton is well positioned to benefit from favorable fundamentals of the Indonesian power market. It is Indonesia’s largest IPP (independent power producer) with over 2,000 MW of operating base accounting for a sizable portion of capacity in Indonesia. It represents 4% of Indonesia’s total installed capacity. It has strong experience and knowhow in the region. Paiton enjoys a long-term power purchase agree-ment with PLN. Together with Paiton, Nebras Power has also acquired a stake in the O&M company that operates Paiton. Led by an experienced operating team, the O&M company has a strong track record, which will bring supplementary capabilities and technology knowhow to Nebras. The closing of the transaction is expected within 2H2016, subject to customary approvals and regulatory consents. (GulfTimes.com)

Qatar Ministry of Economy and Commerce’s mobile app wins awardSheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, has honored Qatar’s Ministry of Economy and Commerce, awarding it the Best Mobile-Gov-ernment Service Award across the Arab world in the economy and trade category in rec-ognition of its mobile app on iPhone and android. The award was presented during the 4th edition of the World Government Summit held in Dubai, UAE under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President of the United Arab Emirates, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. The award comes in recognition of the ministry’s efforts to reinforce a diversified economy and promote a competitive business environ-ment. Launched mid-last year, the mobile app is an innovate initiative implemented in accordance with the highest international standards. The mobile app offers a basket of unique electronic services; for instance the issuance or renewal of commercial permits, access to commercial company records and the submission of complaints. Users can also access a variety of economic indicators and financial reports, in addition to the lat-est news from the ministry, administrative closures and recall campaigns besides local, regional and international economic news. The award recognizes government agencies for their efforts in terms of promoting economic development, streamlining business incorporation procedures, the issuance and renewal of permits and licenses and the registration of intellectual property rights in addition to the recruitment of employees and the launch of commercial activities. The award, which also recognizes government services that help improve business and commercial activities, is presented based on several criteria including efficiency and effectiveness of the application (40%), ease of access (40%) and innovation (20%). The m-government award aims to motivate govern-ment agencies to provide innovative solutions in the fields of smartphone applications and ensure around the clock access to government services through streamlined, highly efficient and transparent procedures that meet customer needs and requirements. Participants include government entities from the UAE and the Arab region as well as international government entities and university students.

Doha academic honored with prestigious international awardDr. Amine Bermak, who is a professor and Program Coordinator at the Information and Com-puting Technology Division at HBKU’s College of Science and Engineering, presented a pa-per outlining innovative ways of reducing the power consumption for temperature sensors. The proposed technique was implemented on a silicon chip and demonstrated in a proto-type system that can not only accurately measure the temperature of the environment but also wirelessly communicate data to a reader without the use of any battery to power-up the system. This research constitutes a significant contribution to the field of Internet of Thing (IoT) in the form of a new generation of ultra-low power sensing nodes that interact with the environment, harvest energy and send data wirelessly while consuming less than 2.3uW. In recognition of his important contribution Dr. Bermak has received the Best Design Paper Award at the 21st ASP Design Automation Conference, held in Macau, China.At the conference, which is one of the leading global events in the field of electronic design automation,299 papers were received from experts from 27 countries, of which 94 papers were selected.12 papers were then shortlisted for best design contest and after a rigorous review process, Dr. Bermak’s paper received the Best University Design Contest Award. Dr. Bermak explained: “The process of presenting a paper at a conference as prestigious as this one does not only include explaining your contribution but also showing real-life results and a demonstrator to show-case your research. This can be a particularly intense and sometimes a challenging process but fun.”“This is my first conference paper with my students since joining HBKU’s College of Science and Engineering last year and I am very honoured to have received this award. I am particu-larly proud to have the opportunity to showcase Hamad bin Khalifa University in front of a global audience.”Dr. Bermak joined HBKU in September 2015 and will take a leading role in the teaching and research of a number of new innovative programs that are planned for launch in fall of this year. Planned programs include a Ph. D. in Computer Science and Engineering, as well as three Master of Science programs: an MS in Cybersecurity, an MS in Bioengineering, and an MS in Data Science and Engineering.Prior to taking up a professorship at HBKU, Dr. Bermak was a professor in the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). He is an IEEE Fellow, conferred by the IEEE Board of Directors in recognition of a high level of demonstrated extraordinary accomplishment, and at HKUST, he was the recipi-ent of the Michael G. Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching, the highest university-wide teaching award given to a single recipient each year He received his master’s and Ph.D. degrees in electrical and electronic engineering from Paul Sabatier University, Toulouse, France.Dr. Mounir Hamdi, Dean of the College of Science and Engineering at HBKU added: “Dr. Bermak’s award is thoroughly deserved and I am delighted that his innovative work has been recognized among his peers on such an important global stage.”Plan 2021, UAE National Agenda 2021 and Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030. The reports outline plans centered on protecting the environment, managing consumption of natural resources and diversification of UAE’s energy mix.

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Internet penetration seesrapid growth in QatarInternet penetration in Qatar has risen significantly in the past few years. Total number of Internet subscriptions (fixed and wireless) has doubled between 2011 and 2014. The growth in Internet subscription was around 102% during the four years as subscriptions grew from 1.4 million in 2011 to 2.9 million in 2014. According to Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (ictQatar) data, the growth in Internet subscriptions has been steady during the past few years. Internet subscription grew around 36% to 2.9 million in 2014 as compared to 2.1 million in 2013. (Peninsula Qatar)

Kahramaa joint venture set to develop Qatar’s solar capacity1,000MW solar power firm to be set up soon – A solar power company with a capacity of 1,000 megawatt (MW) will be formed soon. The joint venture between Qatar Electric-ity and Water Company (QEWS) and Qatar Petroleum (QP) will have an initial capital of about QR1.82bn ($500mn). QEWS Managing Director Fahad Hamad Al Mohanadi said the company has cleared legal hurdles and has been approved by authorities. (Peninsula Qatar)

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An LLC may still be dissolved in accordance with its Ar-ticles of Association by way of a unanimous General As-sembly Resolution approving the dissolution of the com-pany and appointing a liqui-dator (the Liquidator) to exe-cute the liquidation process.A letter (in Arabic) explain-ing the situation and a tax clearance from the Income Tax Department (if the com-pany has non Qatari share-holders) are required for the winding up process and are lodged with the Commercial Registry at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce.Once the General Assembly Resolution is lodged with the Commercial Registry, the company is ‘officially’ in liquidation, and all debts will become due. The com-pany’s Commercial Registra-tion (CR) should be re-issued with the wording “in liquida-tion” appearing after the company’s name. From this stage, the Liquidator will be able to act for the Company.Liquidator’s Role and ObligationsOnce appointed, the Liquida-tor’s role remains as follows:1) inform the creditors of the status of the company by way of:• registered letters with

proof of delivery; • publication in two daily

newspapers, one of which must be Arabic; and

• the company’s website.

The notice and/or the adver-tisements should provide for a 75 day period for claims against the company to be made. Company creditors are required to prove their claims within this period. The Liquidator is required to repeat the publishing of ad-verts after one month.2) carry out the following ac-tivities:• recover and/or sell the

company’s rights; and• settle the company’s

debts.

Liquidation under Qatar lawPrior to settling the com-pany’s debts, the Liquidator should first deduct any ex-penses incurred by the liqui-dation process including his own remuneration, and then settle the company’s debts in the following order:• amounts due to the

company’s employees;• amounts due to the

State of Qatar (if any);• the rent to any leased

property; and• all other amounts by

order of preference (if any).

The Liquidator has an obli-gation to preserve the com-pany’s rights and assets (in any way he thinks fit) and may represent the company in courts and accept recon-ciliation payments and arbi-tration awards.If the liquidation persists for more than one year, the Liq-uidator should prepare a bal-ance sheet, profit and loss account and a report on the activities of the liquidation. These should be submitted to the shareholders or the General Assembly for ap-proval. In any event, the liq-uidation should not exceed three years unless a decree from the competent court of Minister of Economy and Commerce is obtained. The Liquidator should re-spond to any shareholders’ questions in relation to the status of the liquidation.The managers/directors of the company should present to the Liquidator the com-pany’s books, and any docu-ments or information he may require. The Liquidator should, after settling company’s debts, return to the shareholders the value of their monetary shares in the share capital of the company and distrib-ute the excess among them in accordance with the Ar-ticles of Association and the Shareholders Agreement (if any).If the net assets of the com-pany fall short of settling all the shareholders’ share cap-

ital, the losses shall be dis-tributed among the share-holders in accordance with the provisions relating to the distribution of losses as set out in the Articles of Associa-tion and/ or the Sharehold-ers Agreement (if any).At the end of the liquida-tion process, the Liquida-tor should present a final statement of accounts to the shareholders for approval by the General Assembly, and the liquidation will only be deemed closed when the General Assembly approves the final statement of ac-counts or statement of af-fairs.After the completion of the liquidation process, the Liq-uidator shall apply to de-reg-ister the company from the Commercial Register, ie. to dissolve it.List of LiquidatorsThere is no list of approved liquidators in Qatar and the Commercial Registry usually directs companies inquiring about liquidators to autho-rised accountants and ac-counting firms operating in Qatar.LimitationNo claim against the Liqui-dator, the managers/direc-tors, or the auditors based on the liquidation and the company’s activities may be heard after the expiry of the three years from the disso-lution/de-registration of the company.For completeness, it should be mentioned that an LLC, if solvent, used to be able to arrange its own affairs and produce a statement of af-fairs for submission to the Commercial Registry togeth-er with the unanimous Gen-eral Assembly Resolution approving the dissolution of the company without ap-pointing a liquidator. This is no longer the case. The Com-mercial Registry will not reg-ister such a General Assem-bly Resolution. An LLC must be dissolved by appointment of Liquidator and the proce-dures set out in the Articles and the CCL. BranchesAmongst other things, the Foreign Investment Law no. 5 of 2000 (the Foreign In-vestment Law) provides for the registration by the Min-istry of Economy and Com-merce of a branch (Branch) of a foreign entity in Qatar. Whilst it does not deal spe-cifically with the liquidation of a Branch, the Foreign In-vestment Law does confirm that a foreign investor may repatriate the proceeds of a liquidation of its Qatar investment, ie. it indicates that all registered foreign investments in Qatar should be liquidated, including Branches.In order to protect the sig-natories of a registered Qatari entity, including the shareholders of its head of-

fice, a Qatari entity should be dissolved and liquidated in accordance with the CCL. Liquidation proceeds of the Branch, if any, may then be repatriated.Whilst the CCL does not spe-cifically refer to penalties for non-compliance with liqui-dation provisions, taking no action with regards to a de-funct Branch is not recom-mended. A head office should be aware that where it is award-ed a new Qatar contract and wishes to register a new Branch, it will not be able to do so until the expired Branch is formally cancelled given it will not be able to register two Branches with the same name. The foreign entity may in-stead decide to seek to res-urrect the expired Branch, subject to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce’s discretion, and add the new contract to it. In this case, all penalties associated with ex-pired licences, etc. will first need to be paid. Note: All Qatari laws (save for those issued by the QFC to regulate its own business) are issued in Arabic and there are no official transla-tions save for regulations in the QFC; therefore, for pur-poses of drafting this article Clyde & Co has used its own translation and interpreted the same in the context of Qatari laws, regulation and current market practice. The views set out in this article do not constitute le-gal advice and readers are urged to seek specific legal advice in relation to any par-ticular issues which arise from the subject-matter of this article.For further information on this topic please con-tact David Salt at [email protected] or Ramiz Shlah at [email protected].

This article explores the regulatory framework for vol-untarily liquidating limited liability companies (LLC) in Qatar and whether the new Commercial Companies Law No. 11 of 2015 (the CCL) makes any changes to the voluntary liquidation and dissolution provisions con-tained in the old Commer-cial Companies Law No. 5 of 2002 (the Old CCL). Introductory MattersThis article focuses on LLCs because that is the most common type of corporate vehicle used by foreign in-vestors in Qatar, but we do also comment on the liqui-dation of branches (ie. for-eign companies that have registered project specific offices for the performance of a specific project(s)). We have separately written about liquidation in the Qa-tar Financial Centre, which is subject to its own regulatory framework and is not consid-ered in this article. We also note that Qatar has issued comprehensive bankruptcy and insolvency provisions pursuant to the Commercial Law No. (27) of 2006 (the Commercial Code), but these are not con-sidered in this article which relates only to voluntary liq-uidations. StepsThe steps for liquidating an LLC remain largely the same under the CCL as compared to the Old CCL.

Ramiz is a corporate associate based in Clyde & Co’s Doha office with experience in Qatar having focussed on corporate and com-mercial, insurance, real estate, se-curities and banking law. His clients include a wide array of international and local entities, including banks, investment firms, industrial and technology compa-nies. Ramiz is admitted to practice law in Massachusetts and New York and has published articles on vari-ous topics, including GCC invest-ment in Qatar.

Ramiz ShlahAssociate

David is the Managing Partner of Clyde & Co’s Doha office. A Cor-porate and Commercial Lawyer, David has extensive experience advising on projects in Qatar, as well as a broad range of corporate and corporate finance work.David has advised numerous in-ternational companies on setting up in Qatar, including in the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) and Qa-tar Science and Technology Park, negotiating with local parties and drafting joint venture and associ-ated documents

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A total of 1,460 keys opened in 2015 in Qa-tar and while the dip in oil prices slowed

corporate demand, Doha con-tinued to remain a predomi-nately a business destination (60% of hotel guests). For the current year, develop-ment opportunities are repre-sented in midscale hotels and serviced apartments due to limited presence of these as-sets in Doha.These observations were made during the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) Business Briefing held in Doha last month in partnership with Katara Hospitality, a leading global hotel developer, owner and operator based in Qatar. The event brought together leading hospitality experts from the Middle East and North Africa to offer an over-view of Qatar’s hotel invest-ment environment, guest experience and hotel perfor-mance forecasts for 2016. This year’s Arabian Hotel In-vestment Conference (AHIC) Business Briefing was held under the theme “Eye on the Future Vision for Success”.The conference set the stage for a constructive dialogue on the future of the regional tourism and hospitality sec-tor, with a focus on unlocking future growth opportunities for industry stakeholders, said Katara Hospitality’s Chief Op-erating Officer, Christopher R J Knable. During the event, Richard Thompson, Editorial Director of MEED, said that with $22 billion worth of construction projects expected to go ahead in 2016, abundant financial reserves and the World Cup on the horizon, Qatar’s hos-pitality sector had a lot of ele-ments going in its favor.Thompson expected oil prices to remain low as global sup-ply outpaces demand, add-ing that this had changed the market fundamentally, since most project budgets were based on an oil price of $60 per barrel. The regional secu-rity factor didn’t help as well, as it was distracting govern-ments and became a reason for uncertainty in the region.Thompson pointed out that Qatar’s GDP growth forecast decreased from 4.9% in 2016, to 4.2% in 2017. Still, he noted that growth in non-oil sector continued, driven by contin-ued rise inpopulation ahead of 2022, expansion in air and sea traffic and infrastructure investment.Despite government spend-ing cuts due to the pressure of falling oil prices, Thompson expected Qatar to continue in-

vesting in health, education, infrastructure and World Cup projects. He saw Qatar raising debt to plug the budget deficit. Thompson also expected banks to suffer from liquidity issues as they were encour-aged to lend governments in the region. Despite the gloomy image, Thompson was confident that Qatar was still a strong mar-ket, noting that the number of international investors in the country had been increasing. He warned that energy prices were not coming back to pre-vious levels, which posed several challenges, including: increase in building mate-rial prices and the wholesale pushed by shortage of some building material and intro-duction of taxation and sub-sidy cuts. Thompson saw a chance for structural reform and more ef-ficiency in government institu-tions as a result of tightening budgets, as one of the posi-tive outcomes of the falling oil prices.In the hotels sector, Thomp-son said there was a fall in de-mand due to global economic slowdown and government spending cuts. There is also a tougher com-petition from other countries in the region. He advised investors in the sector to expand into new segments and work on prod-uct differentiation, as well as making use of the already ex-isting assets in the country to attract more visitors, like the upcoming World Cup, muse-ums, Education City facilities and others. Filippo Sona, Director, Head of Hotels MENA Region, Col-liers International, presented the latest market research specifically for Doha, includ-ing projected development op-portunities and a look-back at 2015.Sona advised investors to ex-pand in three types of devel-opments where he expected increased demand: serviced apartments, spa hotels and economic hotels.He noted that hotel supply was still going much faster than serviced apartments supply, despite the big opportunities for this type of developments in 2016. Explaining some of the Col-liers Guest Satisfaction Index results, Sona said that Doha showed one of the highest guest satisfaction results in the GCC and Egypt region, scoring 77%. He noted that in general, regionally-branded hotels scored more than inter-nationally branded ones.

He also found that the major-ity of hotels catered for the business community than lei-sure, which is an area where he sees room for improve-ment. The event concluded with a presentation by Cristina Ze-grea, Associate Director, HVS Dubai, on “What does the future hold for the hospitality sector in Qatar?”. Zegrea said that in Qatar it was 20 to 25% higher than re-gional average to develop ho-tels, which makes developing mid-scale hotels unattractive to investors, calling for a re-visit to development costs to address this issue.She said that to ensure a sustainable industry, it’s im-portant to facilitate increased demand through alternative tourism, leisure tourism, cul-tural tourism, hotel supply diversity, mid-scale supply, destination resorts and iconic hotels.During the panel discussion after the presentations, a lo-cal investor expressed con-cern over the delay in granting licences and the unexpected change in the QTA manual for hotels, which means the developer needs to re-design several elements after waiting one and a half year to get the licence according to the old manual.Responding to audience con-cern regarding economic slow-down, panellists said there would be shrinking in the con-struction market, but there was no need for investors to be extra cautious.Christopher Knable, CEO of Katara Hospitality, said the company saw in the current conditions an opportunity to re-adjust its focus on the up-per scale and luxury segment and also sharpening its focus more on clients. He said that the Qatar Tourism Authority was not building specifically for the World Cup, but to de-velop Qatar as an attractive tourist destination.The Doha event comes ahead of AHIC 2016 which is held in Dubai on April 26 and 28. Held under the patronage of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman of Emirates Group, and celebrating its 12th an-niversary in 2016, AHIC is organised through a collabo-ration between Bench Events and MEED Events.At AHIC 2015, more than 700 delegates attended the three-day conference from over 40 different countries and they were addressed by 120 in-dustry leaders, speakers and panellists.

Conference looks to the future of Qatar’s hospitality sectorWith $22 billion worth of construction projects expected to go ahead in 2016, Qatar’s hospitality sector has a lot of elements going in its favour

Qatar in need of an iconic hotelQatar’s ambitious tourism strategy and the hotel unit requirements for the World Cup 2022 are accelerating growth of the hospitality market in the country. As the market continues its growth, specific design trends are expected to fade and others to take over. Construction Sites spoke with Filippo Sona, Head of Hotels (MENA region) at Colliers International, on the sidelines of AHIC regional briefing last month. Sona foresees the rise of two specific hotel design trends and expects expansion in resort type of hotels.Excerpts from the interview... Q: What are the design trends you expect for upcoming hotels in Qatar?A: I think we are going to see two clearly distinctive design trends in Qatar. We will either have ultra modern hotel designs geared toward lifestyle or we will have very traditional designs. As the hospitality industry grows and matures in the country, it needs to realize the culture and traditions in its surroundings. We are in Qatar, so from the architecture to the design, the food and the service, we need to advertise the place’s heritage and what Qatar is all about. Then also there is Qatar the future; the country that’s building for 2022 and beyond. A rich nation that owns the best brand in the world. Hotels will attract the regional and international young audience. So we need hotels like the W Doha for example, which is funky, modern and trendy. This is what young people want. We have these two types of clients: those who want to come to see what Qatar is all about, its heritage, history and culture and then the young generations who look for innovation and modern facilities. The market needs to cater for both. I don’t think there is a middle approach when it comes to expected design trends; there is either black or white, two clear distinctive designs. The 5-star hotels are well catered in Qatar, but what is missing in this market, in my opinion, is one thing; we need something that makes headlines, an iconic hotel. We need something that can make the same impact that was created when Dubai built Burj Khalifa, Atlantis and Burj al-Arab. The Torch Doha Hotel had that impact at the time, but we need to move on. We need something bigger, bolder and more beautiful. This is what brings tourists and invite curiosity.Q: Do you see room for more resort type of hotels in Qatar?A: Absolutely. If you look at Colliers guest experience index; the least positive reviews where in the family and MICE segments. So even people who come for conferences or business still want to have fun. It is very important to address the issues of this audience.Now that the Pearl has taken shape, the Banana Island is there and the new Kem-pinski is ready, we need more resorts on the beach. All these empty beaches need to be developed into resorts. I think we need less urban hotels, more resort hotels.

Filippo Sona has been in the global hotel industry for the past 20 years, working for International hotel companies and consultancies in the UK, the USA, the Middle East and North Africa. He is specialized in destina-tion and hotel development for mixed uses and stand-alone projects, market & financial feasibility study, operator selection and strategic asset management. His understanding of management agreements has been an invaluable skill to global law firms as an expert witness in inter-national arbitrations. Filippo’s extensive operational background allows him to provide true strategic operational and financial advice, to enhance hotel profitability and drive asset value. He holds an MBA from Oxford Brooks University and an Honors Degree in Hospitality Management from Thames Valley University, London.

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Falling hydro-carbon prices have resulted in a fall in de-mand for office accommodation as the government and energy sector have withdrawn from the market, according to a report prepared by DTZ, Qatar’s lead-ing global real estate company.DTZ’s fourth quarter 2015 Qa-tar market report identifies a slowdown in Grade A office let-ting throughout 2015. With 300,000 sq m of new Grade A office accommodation becoming available within the next 12-18 months, there is a risk of downward pressure on rental prices in Doha.DTZ estimates that between 2008 and 2014 approximately 65% of office space in West Bay has been leased either by government or hydrocarbon-related companies. The fall in oil prices has result-ed in government bodies and oil and gas companies with-drawing from the market, which has resulted in a significant drop in the overall demand for office space.According to its analysis, there is currently more than 1.6 mil-lion sq m of purpose built office space in West Bay, which repre-sents approximately over 40% of the supply of purpose built office accommodation in Doha. “Despite a fall in demand for of-fice accommodation, availabili-ty levels in West Bay remain rel-

atively low at 8% of built stock,” says the report.DTZ estimates that there is cur-rently in the region of 130,000 sq m of vacant offices avail-able to rent in West Bay, much of which is available only as “single let buildings”. This has resulted in rents remaining sta-ble, or in some cases increas-ing throughout 2015. Approximately 300,000 sq m of new office accommodation is likely to complete in West Bay within the next 12-18 months, which will increase supply lev-els, however over more than 200,000 sq m of this is at the QP District, which may not be available to the market. In the longer term, once devel-opments complete in Lusail, the large supply pipeline may result in downward pressure on rental levels as landlords com-pete for new tenants. Grade A offices in West Bay cur-rently command up to QR280 per sq m per month for small suites of less than 500 sq m. Rents of QR160 per sq m per month are achievable for large lettings, or lettings in buildings of lesser quality. Elsewhere, office rents in sec-ondary locations such as Old Salata, Al Sadd, Airport Road, and C/D Ring Roads typically command between QR120 and QR180 per sq m per month, depending on the age and the

standard of finish of the build-ing. The increase in the coun-try’s overall population to 2.42 million, up 8% over the 12 months to December 2015, continues to generate demand in the residential market, albeit largely at the lower end of the

market. In December 2015, the Shura Advisory Council called on the relevant authorities to curb the increasing levels of rent, possi-bly by introducing rent controls. Changes in residential market trends, which have been evi-

dent in recent months, suggest that market forces may dictate a fall in residential rents, allevi-ating the need for rental caps, according to DTZ.“Over 2015 redundancies in the hydrocarbon and govern-ment sectors, together with new building completions have increased vacancy levels in many areas. The increase in va-cancy levels has been most evi-dent in the past three months, where we have started to see rents in some areas reduce for the first time since 2009,” the report says. There has also been a fall in demand for cor-porate lettings for residential blocks and compounds with more companies now preferring to provide rental allowances rather than paying for employee accommodation. On the Pearl-Qatar, DTZ estimates that new supply of apartments is likely to increase by between 30% and 40% in 2016 as up to thirteen new towers in Porto Arabia and Viva Bahriya near completion. This will have a significant im-pact on the prime residential market, and has potential to see rental levels reduce further if delivered as expected and de-mand remains stagnant. In the hospitality sector, 1,900 hotel keys were added to Qa-tar’s stock in 2015 although DTZ noted downward pressure

on average daily rates (ADRs) with a drop of 12% compared to the same period in 2014. Pressure on performance met-rics in the hospitality sector is likely to continue, as up to 80 new establishments are expect-ed to increase supply by ap-proximately 18,000 keys over the next 3 to 5 years.“In the final quarter of 2015, Qatar’s real estate market started to show signs that the drop in hydro-carbon prices is really beginning to bite,” said Mark Proudley, Associate Direc-tor, Consultancy and Research, DTZ. “We think this is likely to continue into 2016 and the sector needs to be ready for a few tough months. But the long-term trajectory for Qatar remains good with the govern-ment’s significant infrastruc-ture investment, valued at QR261 billion ($71.68 billion), providing welcome and funda-mental support to the wider RE economy. “Furthermore, for the hospital-ity sector, the Qatar National Tourism Sector Strategy Plan 2030 has earmarked $45 bil-lion for tourism projects over the coming 15 years and as FIFA 2022 gets closer I am con-fident that Qatar’s RE market will start to feel some of the positive effects of this spend-ing,” says Proudley.

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• 41% identified tax under-standing as a key barrier

The US, UK, Australia, Singa-pore and Germany are the top five destinations for UAE resi-dents looking to invest in prop-erty overseas, according to a YouGov survey commissioned by IP Global, a leading full-service property investment company. When asked where they would consider investing in property

abroad, the US topped the list, with 21%* saying they would consider investing there. The UK with 19%, and Australia with 16%, were the second and third most popular choic-es respectively. Singapore and Germany rounded out the top five, with 13% of respondents choosing these countries as preferred investment destinations. The UAE was one of five countries where the survey was conducted, as part of IP Global’s research to identify investment trends in real es-tate across key markets. Hong

Kong, Singapore, the UK, and South Africa were the other four countries. The results across the five markets highlighted the follow-ing trends: • The US is among the top

investment destinations for respondents outside of Asia.

• Germany is in the top five choices for investors in both the UK and UAE.

• Australia is amongst the top three investment mar-kets for real estate in all five countries.

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sets to invest in, property in the UAE was the most popular asset class for UAE investors. More UAE residents currently invest in property (42%) than stocks, shares or bonds (30%), underlining the continued ap-peal of real estate as an as-set class that provides stable returns.The survey of more than 1000 UAE adults found that 41% of respondents identified tax as a reason that would prevent them from investing in prop-erty assets overseas. 33% of respondents said a lack of un-derstanding of foreign laws in the country where property is located is also an investment obstacle. Richard Bradstock, Director and Head of the Middle East at IP Global, said: “As the results show, the US has proved the most popular market for UAE potential inves-tors. This shouldn’t come as a surprise as both Miami and Chicago offer great potential for investors. Miami has achieved its second consecutive year of over 20% house price appreciation, and Chicago offers average yields of 7.9% according to Zillow.”“The UK has always been a popular market to invest in, but outer London and region-

al cities such as Manchester and Birmingham, due to their robust economies and growth opportunities, have definitely seen increased attention from foreign investors. According to JLL, Manchester prices are forecast to grow 26.4% be-tween 2016-2020, presenting incredible potential for inves-tors.”“At IP Global, we have also noticed a growing interest in Germany as UAE residents rec-ognise the extraordinary value that cities such as Berlin have. For example, in 2015 the me-dian property price increase in Berlin was 18.5% according to CBRE.” “Although many UAE citizens are experienced investors, the results have revealed a large gap in international property investment understanding.

There is still a lot of room for overseas property to increase in popularity as an asset class, especially as volatile global fi-nancial markets hold sway.”This year’s results are consis-tent with a YouGov survey con-ducted in 2014 which found London, New York and Sydney to be the most popular cities to invest in outside of the UAE. *All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. In 2016, the total sample size was 1,000 adults, fieldwork was undertaken between 12th–20th January 2016. In 2014, the total sample size was 1,001 adults, fieldwork was undertaken between 6th–13th August 2014. Both sur-veys were carried out online. The figures have been weight-ed and are representative of all UAE adults (aged 18+).

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Q: What does this new step mean for you as a company?It's a new era. We are a local company working here for 11 years. We delivered more than 100 projects to our clients so far. We have a good reputation and a good name, but holding DSI's name, who are well known leaders in civil engineering eld, is a new responsibility. We think that we have some room to learn and to better serve the local market with new services.We have a huge range of products and services under DSI, for civil engineering, construction, water and LNG tanks and others. All of these services have not been provided to Qatar yet, so we will be glad to oer it to our clients.

Q: What kind of projects have you been doing in Qatar so far?The past few years were very good for our company and for the Qatari marker in general. Ashghal and the government launched a lot of projects with very well written specications of top quality. This gave us and other international companies working in Qatar a good chance to oer our services. Now we are working on the North road enhancement project with Tekfen. This is one of the biggest infrastructure projects in Doha. It includes 13 bridges starting in Al Khessa and ending just before Fuwairait.We are working on Al Wakra bypass project which includes 30 bridges and structures from al-Wakra till Mesaeed. We are doing the cement silos and clinker silos for Um Bab cement factory new expansion. We have ongoing 14 building projects that varies between hotels, malls, residen-tial buildings and health centers.We are busy and we have been expanding. We think it's a good sign that we are repetitively working with the same clients. It means we gained their trust and we are doing our best eort to protect this trust.

Q: How important is clients' trust in times of uncertainty in the market?When there is uncertainty in the market people start to appreciate good engineering. In recession and hard times people start to appreciate good engineering because it can save a lot of eort and money.When we oered this and people saw it's true and not only promises and we delivered our scope of work on time and on budget; this opened up a lot of door for the company.

Q: Are you providing any new products under the DSI name?We have several well known Dywidag concrete accessories; starting from the simple tie rod to accessories like water stoppers, lifting anchors, lifting bolts for the precast items and other products. We already introduced theses products to the market. It's on stock so clients can get it immediately. We already supplied these patented DSI products to ongoing projects in Doha and had very good response.

Q: How do you see the market over the coming period. Any need for caution from contractors?I cannot see a need for that. We understand that the government has a budget and needs to work within it. So, it will have some change in priorities. However, in the private sector, every week we get inquiries and we get new projects to be awarded. So, I don't see any slowdown in the market. As a company we are working and the market has some room and momentum for new hotel buildings, shopping malls, residential complexes.

Q: Have you had any problems with primary materials?As a specialized contractor we had problems in the past in bringing our material to Doha. But we have overcome this problem through investing in a good storage facility so we can cover most of our needs for some time. We started using the storage in Doha to serve not only Qatar, but we use it as a hub to deliver material to Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and even to South Africa recently.

Q: How would this local storage benet your clients?When you have material in stock and is able to send it to clients within a reasonable time, this is a real advantage in the region as a whole and not only Qatar.This is how we served the metro project when we started our production line locally. They would place the order and they would get it within 24 hours. They didn't have to wait two weeks to get it. This has made a big dierence.For this project we supply the ground anchors. to the stations and some tunnels. We supplied Dywidag's famous system that we can guarantee for up to 100 years to the project. In this kind of construction you need to support the structure by permanent or removable ground anchors. The main issue with this kind of work is if you order from the production line in Germany, it will take some time to come and when you work with soil you need to expect to have a new surprise every day. You can either add to your requirements or revise the length and the force of the anchors or you need to some additional quantities on urgent basis. You are working in an open excavation and you need to support it, so you can't aord to wait. So we thought the best way to solve this is to establish a local production line here in Doha. We established the line in the industrial area and we supplied three packages of the metro project through this line. Whenever they needed to add more length or strength to the anchors they make a demand and receive it within hours.

DSI is pleased to announce the establishment of the Joint Venture company DSI MIDDLE EAST W.L.L. in Qatar. The new Joint Venture consists of the partners DSI and QACS and is headquartered in Doha. DSI acquired 49% of the shares in QACS. The remaining 51% are still held by the former owner Al-Bandary Group, Doha, Qatar.QACS is the leading Post-Tensioning supplier and subcontractor in Qatar. QACS was established in 2005 and has been DSI´s exclusive licensee for the distribution and installation of DSI´s Post-Ten-sioning and Geotechnical Systems in Qatar and Bahrain since 2010. With almost 90 specialized employees, the company has a veriable track record mainly in the elds of building and infrastructure projects.

In addition, DSI and QACS established a produc-tion line for strand anchors in Doha in 2014 in order to successfully supply Doha’s major geotechnical projects and to strengthen their market position in the eld of geotechnics.Through this investment, DSI will not only widen its presence in Qatar. DSI MIDDLE EAST will be an important center for DSI´s activities in the whole region and will enable us to strengthen our market position in this strategically important and dynamic economic region.By oering innovative products and systems in accordance with superior quality standards, DSI Middle East W.L.L. fulll the constantly changing requirements of their markets in the Gulf States. We are oering our customers the advantages of an international system supplier with a product range that is tailored to suit individual require-ments.DSI heartily welcomes Mr. Khaled Elshazly – General Manager of QACS and now of DSI MIDDLE EAST – and his team and wishes them plenty of success.

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Tadmur Contracting, a subsid-iary of Tadmur Holding, one of the most trusted Qatar’s conglomerates, has earned a Gold Leed Certification for its Evergreen building in Energy City, thus becoming the third company in Qatar that has been awarded such certification for implementation of green build-ing standards on its projects in Qatar. Construction Sites (SC) spoke to Bashar A Nimry, General Manager at Tadmur Contract-ing, about the company’s green building ambitions and the main challenges for contrac-tors in Qatar when building green.Tadmur Contracting has re-cently been awarded Gold Leed Certification for Ev-ergreen building in Energy City Qatar (ECQ). What does it mean to your company?Tadmur Contracting earned a Gold Leed Certification for its Evergreen commercial building after having met stringent stan-dards of the Leadership in En-ergy & Environmental Design, or Leed, of the United States Green Building Council (US-BGC). It is also in compliance with the strict environment-friendly and green building guidelines issued for all struc-tures within ECQ.Accordingly, Tadmur Contract-ing has become the first con-tracting firm to have earned the second highest LEED rat-ing within ECQ and one of only three such companies to have done so throughout Qatar.This award is extremely impor-tant for us because it reflects our strict adherence to global

quality and environment friend-ly standards in contracting. It reflects our positive contribu-tion towards building a sustain-able future for all. Tadmur Contracting be-came the third company in Qatar to achieve this certi-fication. What is the secret of your success?Tadmur Contracting’s success is anchored upon our firm commitment to establishing a benchmark in the contracting industry in Qatar. Our highly-professional staff, well-equipped with the required skills to exceed the industry’s expectations, pay meticulous attention to every detail in the completion and delivery of tasks and projects all the time. Therefore, it is a combination of stringent company policies on quality of work and strict compliance with building regu-lations.Can you tell us something more about Tadmur Con-tracting Company?Founded in 1987, Tadmur Contracting is one of Qatar’s premier construction industry leaders and the division that leads the construction and de-velopment arm of our diversi-fied group. Headed by an experienced management team with vast ex-perience in the management of iconic construction projects, we are proud to say that Tadmur Contracting has worked hand in hand with the State of Qatar in building its rapidly developing landscape.Since our inception, Tadmur Contracting has executed gov-ernmental and private projects

worth billions of Qatari riyals. Thus, through our successful implementation and delivery of these projects, we have been classified as a Grade “A” con-tractor by the Central Tender Committee.Through the hard work and dedication of our staff, we have achieved ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007 certifications as testimony to our path towards quality and excellence.Our vision is recognized by all stakeholders as a leading contributor in the field of con-struction in the State of Qatar, based upon trust, honesty and integrity.What are your key projects in Qatar?Tadmur Contracting targets complex and technically chal-lenging projects in various fields, such as: housing, indus-trial, institutional, infrastruc-ture and commercial sectors. Through our operations across Qatar, the completed and ongo-ing projects in our portfolio in-clude, but not limited to: the Qa-tar University Library and New Research Center, the Student Center and Liberal Arts and Sci-ence Buildings at Qatar Founda-tion, the Doha Women’s Sports Club at Aspire Zone, the Qatar Airways Premium terminal at Doha International Airport and more than 20 schools and four residential compounds com-prising more than 300 villas.Tadmur Contracting is dis-tinguished for its building practices. Could you share some of them with the in-dustry?Tadmur Contracting is well

known for introducing new con-struction materials to the local market, applying innovative building techniques, and adher-ing to Quality and HSE require-ments without affecting time schedules, etc.. This is what distinguishes us from other lo-cal companies.What do you think about the Green Building sector in Qatar?With the recent emergence of several buildings that adhere to world-class and sustainable standards, there has been rap-id progress in the green build-ing sector in Qatar. Moreover, the construction in-dustry promises further devel-opment in the future in order to target a market leading share in the GCC area. This is primarily due to its valuable experience and inputs with regard to the system’s local relevancy and application.Is it challenging to meet the green building require-ments for local contracting companies?For the time being, green build-ing requirements present sev-eral challenges for owners, architects, and contractors. These include the areas of waste management, material sourcing, energy efficiency and indoor air quality. As these are new concepts that have been recently introduced to the market, attainment of the highest levels can be very de-manding and time consuming.What are, in your opinion, the most challenging is-sues in green building sec-tor in Qatar which need to be addressed immediately e.g. lack of green building materials, lack of stan-dards, lack of awareness etc.?We have to acknowledge that the government is exerting ev-ery effort to the foundations of a green building sector by es-tablishing special institutions such as GORD and issuing lo-cal standards to avoid a lack of knowledge and awareness. However, the lack of green building materials do exist and suppliers have to follow and pursue this new concept in or-der to meet and accommodate market needs.Could you tell us in details about award-winning Ev-ergreen Building project, what are the key environ-ment-friendly features of the project?Tadmur Contracting earned the Gold LEED Certification for its

Evergreen Building in Energy City after careful and meticu-lous application of sustainable building standards, which in-cludes:• Maximizing human ben-

efits in terms of energy efficiency, reduction of en-vironmental impacts and improvement of indoor en-vironmental quality;

• Reducing carbon footprint and cost of utility bills;

• Minimizing consumption of potable water through the use of high efficiency fixtures and recycled water in order to achieve innova-tive wastewater technolo-gies;

• Suitably locating and uti-lizing solar panels on roof in order to achieve energy savings of up to 15-20 %, etc.

As a contracting company, do you estimate that green building projects are costli-er than conventional build-ings? If so, what could be solutions to reduce the cost?According to studies, the initial cost of green buildings is usu-ally higher than that of conven-tional buildings. As the green building concept has only been recently implemented in Qatar, there is still no comprehensive study done for the local market so far. As such, Tadmur Contracting conducted its own analysis. This indicated an approximately 10% increment in initial cost of a green building as com-pared to a conventional one. However, the application of the green concept will be positively reflected on the running costs, which will eventually lead to ef-fective savings in the future.Thus, we believe that by pro-moting the green building cul-ture and encouraging clients, contractors and suppliers to implement the green building concept, this will definitely lead to cost reduction and savings for the long term.Do you collaborate with local Green Building insti-tutions in Qatar as GORD, QGBC?During the design and execu-tion phases of the Evergreen Building, the related institutions as well as local standards were not yet in existence. Accord-ingly, Tadmur Contracting took the initiative of following and implementing the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (Leed) concept of the USGBC, where Tadmur Contracting is

considered a pioneer in that field. Moreover, upon publishing the local standards, Tadmur Con-tracting did its own exercise to ensure that it strictly complies with the local standards and requirements. In addition, Tad-mur Contracting currently has a number of key members who have been GSAS certified by GORD.Tadmur Contracting has recent-ly completed the construction of three new schools for the Public Works Authority (Ash-ghal). These new school build-ings have complied with the GSAS requirements and their GORD certification is currently under process.Could you please share with the industry your plans for the future?Our plan of moving forward into the future is to maintain and even further strengthen our adherence to environment-friendly standards from waste management, recycling, etc., regardless of whether the proj-ect being executed is a green building or not.What advice would you give the local contracting com-panies in Qatar that want to adhere to the Green Build-ing Standards?We strongly advise other com-panies to constantly promote and enhance the level of aware-ness and skills of their staff on the green building concept as well as that of their suppliers.

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Women in Sustainability, En-vironment and Renewable Energy (WiSER), a UAE-based forum, has announced four strategic partnerships with the Moroccan Agency for Solar Energy (MASEN), Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century (REN21), Gen-eral Electric (GE) and Masdar Institute of Science and Tech-nology Young Future Energy leaders (YFEL) program at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the largest gathering on sustain-ability in the Middle East. Founded by Masdar and the Zayed Future Energy Prize (ZFEP), WiSER is an initiative that aims to empower and in-spire women to be catalysts of innovation and the drivers of commercial solutions.WiSER looks to enable women to gain real-world experience and to build the right skills necessary to be leaders of industry, entrepreneurs and excel in sectors traditionally dominated by men.The strategic partnership an-nouncements coincided with the first all-day conference on January 20 to take place under the WiSER initiative, an event attended by leading global dignitaries in the fields of sustainability and renew-able energy. The day before the confer-

ence, the advisory board of WiSER met for the first time since its formation. The board was officially announced at the UN General Assembly in Sep-tember 2015 and oversees the implementation of WiSER programmes. Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, United Arab Emirates Minis-ter of State and Chairman of Masdar and an advisory board member, said: “Women are critical to advancing the pros-perity of modern societies.” “Without doubt the further empowerment and education of women will serve as one of the most important factors in realising a sustainable future,” he said.“The WiSER initiative, through a platform of knowledge shar-ing and relationship building, ensures that women are given the necessary tools to be lead-ers in sustainability,” Al Jaber added.Dr Nawal Al Hosany, Director of Sustainability at Masdar and Director of the Zayed Fu-ture Energy Prize, discussed the growing importance of the WiSER initiative to the future of sustainability.He felt that women could play an essential role in the future of sustainability. “However, more must be done to ensure that they are repre-

sented in the decision-making process,” he said.“Part of what makes WiSER important is that it seeks to give women valuable insights into what is required to suc-ceed in industries related to sustainability. In doing so we provide a platform for women to take this knowledge, share it, and use it as the basis for influencing the future of key in-dustries and policy formation. “These new partnership rela-tionships will enhance the abil-ity of women to help shape the future of sustainability,” said Al Hosany.MASEN and WiSER will joint-ly establish an internship program for women to gain hands-on experience at the Moroccan solar agency, there-by fulfilling one of WiSER’s key missions of providing training opportunities for women. The arrangement will also see the development of a renew-able energy conference on the sidelines of COP 22 that will seek to address the role that women can play in post-COP 21 implementation and broad-er renewable energy imple-mentations and challenges. Nadia Taobane, Project Devel-opment Director at MASEN, said: “Affording women the ability to gain hands-on profes-sional experience is one of the

most effective ways of ensur-ing their influence is felt in key sustainable industries. “That is why this internship arrangement between WiSER and MASEN is so important and will be the start of a long and fruitful relationship as we move towards a joint-confer-ence on women’s role in sus-tainability at COP22.”The WiSER and REN21 part-nership agreement includes an engagement strategy that will build towards a joint work-ing arrangement. This arrange-ment will subsequently lead to the development of a women’s pillar as part of the IREC Latin America, which will take place in 2017. Deepening the role that women are playing in the post-COP 21 sustainability landscape. Christine Lins, Ex-ecutive Secretary of REN21, said: “Ensuring that there are platforms available for knowl-edge exchange and learning are essential for women’s in-volvement in renewable ener-gy and sustainability. Helping to grow this network of oppor-tunity through partnership ar-rangements, such as between REN21 and WiSER, can only strengthen the tools available to women to be an equal voice in this rapidly growing field post-COP21.”Masdar Institute of Science

and Technology and WiSER initiative are partnering to sup-port several bright young wom-en to realise their dreams of becoming leaders in the global sustainability movement. Through the partnership, a number of full scholarships will be provided to aspiring, female sustainability leaders to enrol in Masdar Institute’s graduate-level sustainability programs. Moreover, several seats in the Young Future Energy Leaders (YFEL), the Institute’s annual program of global experiences and learning, will be made available through competitive fellowships, open to female applicants globally. Dr Behjat Al Yousuf, Interim Provost of Masdar Institute, said: “In order to achieve a truly sustainable and resilient

economy, we need to focus our efforts on the development of the next generation of innova-tors in the UAE. “At Masdar Institute, it is our role to develop this human capital in support of our coun-try’s economic transformation. It is our pleasure to be working with the WiSER initiative to fur-ther advance this vision.”Meanwhile, GE and WiSER have announced the launch of a leadership training program in renewable energy. The GE Ecomagination Inno-vation Center in Masdar City, which promotes research and training in sustainability initia-tives, will serve as an anchor point for the training program.Experts from GE and Masdar will provide extensive training on various aspects of the re-newable energy industry.

WiSER unveils four strategic partnerships“The WiSeR initiative ensures that women are given the necessary tools to be leaders in sustainability”

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Building with Feminine Touch

A bigger role for women in Qatar’s construction industry

Females consist of 53.5% of Qa-tar’s labor force. Today, a large number of wom-encontribute to Qatar’s develop-ment through their skills, with education creat-ing equal and healthy work environment in the state.

Qatar’s short-term vision is to enhance at least 30% of Qatari women population to leadership positions of key sectors in society, said HE Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassim Bin Jabor Al Thani, Prime Minister and Foreign Minister

“The building sector offers a flexible career option for women who have family and children. If you have your own business, you can work your own hours and follow up contracts and tenders at your own pace. There is more flexibility in the building sector compared to other female-dominated sectors.”Says Mona El Gazzar, owner of construction company.

“Construction jobs are becom-ing more accessible now to women because of automation and new equipment,” said Eng. Rasha Al Sulaiti, project man-agement director at the Capital Projects Directorate at Qatar Foundation. “We know that construction is a male dominated industry. It’s a harsh industry. But we (women)are coming to give it a feminine touch. You see this building (reference was to the National Convention Center), it is designed by men, but re-viewed by women. Which is OK. We are agreeing.The QNCC building was designed by a company based in Japan and London, mainly comprising men, but it was reviewed by a Qatari woman, our interior designer here,” she explained.

As Qatar gears up forthe launch of many large-scale projects, the industry is in urgent need of professionals and women could help meet the looming skills shortage. But thenumber of women experts involved in the sector remains small. According to Qatar Statistics Au-thority’s recent survey, of the nearly half a million people working in the construction sector, only 2,800 are women.


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Middle East Rail 2016 has in-creased its exhibition space by 25% compared to last year, in response to huge demand from the growing number of ex-hibitors keen to take advantage of the opportunity to network at the regional rail industry’s ultimate marketplace. The an-nouncement was made at a press conference held at the UAE Ministry of Infrastructure Development. Under the pa-tronage of Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Presiden-tial Affairs, the 10th edition of Middle East Rail is being held on March 8 and 9 in partner-ship with the Ministry of Infra-structure Development in the UAE and the Federal Transport Authority - Land and Maritime. Dr Abdulla Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure De-velopment and Chairman of the Federal Transport Authority, said: “FTA’s participation in Mid-dle East Rail is part of the au-thority’s objectives to position the UAE as a leading country in the field of railway projects de-velopment, as well as to gather all ministries of rail and trans-port from the GCC, Middle East and the world to establish and build the best railway networks with the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency, which will improve the logistics sector in the GCC. “In addition, the conference is set to be a

regional summit where inter-national companies exchange knowledge and showcase the best products and innovations in the railway industry. “Federal Transport Authority ensures its commitment to support railway projects in the UAE through in-volvement in vital discussions related main strategic pillars that influence the growing rail-way industry in the UAE and across the region.” Alongside the exhibition, the two-day con-ference will serve as a stage for

C-suite, the influencers and the game changers to meet and share ideas on the latest and most vital innovations that are transforming the rail industry. Keynote speakers at the show include: Dr Abdulla Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Public Works and Chairman of the Federal Transport Authority - Land & Maritime, Abdul Latif Al Zayani: Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, Abdullah S. Al Katheeri, Federal

Transport Authority, Henrik Ho-lolei, Director General, Mobility and Transport, European Com-mission, Rob Lloyd, CEO, Hy-perloop Technologies, Inc, Aziz Rabbah, Minister of Equipment & Transport, Morocco and Al-walid Alekrish, Director of Con-struction Development Projects & Project Director of the Riyadh Metro, Arriyadh Development Authority, Saudi Arabia. The exhibition will occupy nearly 18,000 square meters of space at Dubai International

Convention and Exhibition Cen-tre to host 300 exhibitors, a sig-nificant increase compared to 2015 edition which hosted 221 exhibitors. Many of the exhibitors have up-graded the size of their stands this year, including Autodesk, Bombardier, Parsons Brinker-hoff & Siemens. The show will host four coun-try pavilions from Italy, China, Spain and the UK, featuring rail-way supply companies in freight car, locomotive, maintenance-of way, communications, signal-ing, leasing and passenger rail industries. More than 9,000 visitors, in-cluding 600 VIP government officials, are expected to attend the show. Key railway projects worth $352 billion currently planned and underway in the region will be under spotlight through dedicated project up-date roundtables. Government departments, rail-way operators and construction companies will give a first look at 2016 tenders and an un-derstanding of the techniques and technologies being imple-mented to build these futuristic networks. The show features a dedicated Career Zone for current and fu-ture engineering graduates. His Excellency added, “FTA’s contri-bution to the show aligns with the authority’s Emiratization strategy, and matches its goals

to support young Emirati talent inside and outside the country to learn about exciting career prospects within the industry, as well as establish contacts with regional and international rail industry professionals.” Jamie Hosie, Project Director of Middle East Rail, said: “The re-gion is innovating to become a global leader in transportation projects and position itself as a global logistics hub. Middle East Rail provides a perfect en-vironment and opportunity for industry leaders to gather and discuss key developments in the market. “The overwhelming response we are witnessing from com-panies is testament to the fact that the show serves as a dynamic platform for them to reach growth markets across the MENA region, engage with potential partners and grow their businesses.” Hosie added: “From the confer-ence’s involvement in the GCC rail network, to new tram and passenger projects, all ener-gies are firmly fixed towards building a world class industry and showcasing those develop-ments at the Expo 2020, where one of the key theme’s will be the future of mobility. “The Middle East Rail exhibition and conference therefore plays a crucial role in elevating the standard and success of rail re-lated projects for all involved.”

Middle East Rail increases in size by 25% The 10th edition of the show to host more than 300 exhibitors and 9,000 visitors

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Once again, Atkins and Faithful+Gould continue to lead the way for promoting and elevating the profile of women in the construction in-dustry with their fifth series of Women’s Business Network (WBN) events under the theme of ‘Communicating Effectively

- The Language of Influence’. The events were held at the Conrad Hotel in Dubai and the W hotel in Doha, Qatar, with over 150 women and men in attendance with the express aim to highlight the benefits the construction industry stands to gain from the growing num-

ber of talented and ambitious women who are building their careers in the sector.The event was opened by Campbell Gray, Managing Di-rector of Faithful+Gould in the Middle East, who iterated his strong support for the work of the WBN in improving diversity

at all levels in the workplace. “We believe that by allowing for different attitudes and ap-proaches within the workplace we are better equipped to pro-vide our clients with the best of service,” said Campbell. “Gender balance and diversity bring with them tolerance and

cooperation, and in order to be able to have that competi-tive advantage we must abso-lutely rely on the many talents of our staff, specifically the high emotional intelligence quo-tient women bring to the work environment which is an indis-pensable asset to becoming a client-centric organisation and to ensuring success.”Lesley Desport, WBN chair said: “One of the impediments to gender balance and work-place diversity is the difference in communication approaches primarily between the gen-ders. Similarly this difference exists between cultures and ethnicities. Strong and effec-tive communication skills are an essential attribute within any business environment, in-cluding the ability to engage in challenging conversations and to influence others for posi-tive change. This WBN event provided a forum for improving our understanding of different communication approaches in order to build confidence and to support productive conversa-tions.” Atkins and Faithful+Gould are striving to create a good

balance based on merit. The impact of this can be seen through their three-year Middle East Graduate Development Programme, the intake of which currently stands at 45% female.The Women’s Business Net-work was launched in August 2014 in order to retain and at-tract women into the business, to ensure it has a more positive gender balance in senior roles moving forward. It continues to garner strong support from internal and external stake-holders all looking to promote gender diversity balance in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Some of the programmes launched through the WBN in-clude: a buddy programme for welcoming new women into the business, a mentoring program designed to provide guidance and encouragement, women’s networking events created as a regional community for women to share their experi-ences, gain additional support across the business units, and most importantly harness the companies’ resources towards creating a more fair and diverse workforce.

Creating a more fair and diverse workforce in the region: Middle East consulting firm leads the wayatkins and Faithful+gould focus on building female human capital within construction industry with conferences in both Dubai and Doha

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Construction SITES chatted to the Director of Sustainability at the Qatar Green Building Coun-cil (QGBC), Dr. Alex Amato and got his thoughts on retrofitting existing building stock and new ideas on the micro-sustainabil-ity strategies that students at HBKU are researching. Accord-ing to Dr. Alex, in theory if you analyse really what is going on there is a great deal more infrastructure than buildings planned. The elephant in the room has always been the exist-ing building stock and in terms of energy consumption it has always been a concern and an objective to reduce the energy consumption. “Energy conservation is very important and perhaps it could be done on a neighbourhood basis. There are some low hanging fruit like controls; for example switching off unused and unnecessary lights. But businesses could also look at reducing the areas that they rent by increasing densities which at the moment I suspect is greater than equivalent of-fices elsewhere”. He continued by emphasising that, “There is a need for cellular offices and more customised office space but this would mean that com-panies would not be cooling the same amount of space, it would be managed depending on the occupancy”. Dr. Alex stressed

that although this might seem like a facilities management function some organisations might not be keen to follow this minimal route.So apart of controls and be-haviour modification there is also insulation. Dr. Amato ad-mits that insulation presents a huge problem. If it goes inside a building then it is hugely prob-lematic, as it can become very messy. He however, agreed that windows can be easy, “ ..and that would be the second stage”. This would be what is referred to as improvements to the envelope of the building. This process includes an audit of the number of windows and doors and also the ventilation, “...so that we do not get heat gain by cold air being lost, or energy loss hot air coming into the building”. The solution here would be a centralised air-con-ditioning system to enhance ef-ficiency.Dr. Alex agreed that it would if there could be some financial incentives to encourage people. “We have so far been discuss-ing energy conservation but if we look at the flip side and we look at decarbonising the en-ergy demand from the building stock rather than just energy conservation then we immedi-ately increase the options open to us with regards to retrofitting. The alternative strategy is the

retrofit of renewables and other sustainable initiatives. this is a bit new but we have been doing some recent teaching at HBKU which is looking at mitigation strategies. So we looked at ba-sically the energy conservation, the controls, envelopes, energy efficient products, viz. lighting, HVAC, appliances, checking small appliances. For example the HVAC section: we looked at the passive ways that we could cool the building at this time of the year. This essentially means switching off the cooling and using mechanical vents and or open the windows to cool the building naturally”.Green facilities manage-ment has a larger role to playFacility managers must bear a fair amount of responsibility to provide more energy efficient measures and conservation measures in the future. We asked Dr. Alex how he felt that smart solutions fit in with fa-cilities management? Are they always green? Are smart cities necessarily sustainable? He re-sponded by saying that, “Very often, in the majority of times the two do push in the same di-rection. One can think of great-er incentives for understanding how travel patterns work so you can time your journey without sitting in traffic. There are many clever initiatives that are be-

ing put in place in smart cities across the world that include being able to check on traffic to ascertain the best time to leave for work, or perhaps to work from home on the days that the traffic is very busy and there is no need for you to be physi-cally in the office. I think its both top down and bottom up, with planners integrating a model of the whole city and I think this should and could and probably will move towards energy reduc-tion and conservation of water resources”.Neighbourhood green net-works“When we look at the decar-bonising strategy it might be that for the non commercial

or residential areas, the lo-cal areas, that sustainability could be approached form the neighbourhood perspective. We are assuming that a lot of the renewable energies and other measures can be the most cost effective. Not individual villa by villa basis but on a neighbour-hood basis. Our students are looking at tools that can be put in place to optimise resource usage. So we are looking at neighbourhood treatment of water. This could be sewage treatment and condensate capture, etc. producing TSE for local irrigation, having a neigh-bourhood vegetable garden ir-rigated locally and sold in the community market or shop, car

pooling within the neighbour-hood; all the strategies that go together with smart cities. It would be very nice for Qatar to explore because contrary to the general perception that higher density equals greater sustainability, i.e. Hong Kong, Singapore, New York, London, it might be the opposite. Here we have the opposite, it is a very low density city but it might well be that this affords us the opportunity to start up these neighbourhood schemes and that could be very exciting. So by using tools to optimise the use of water and waste this strategy considers both the energy reduction, conservation and decarbonisation themes”.

The Elephant in the RoomRetrofitting existing building stock

The construction projects of sewage treatment plants are some of the largest and most important ones implemented by the Infrastructure Affairs at the Public Works Authority.The Doha North Sewage Treat-ment Works (STW) is one of the most prominent treatment plants, being the first sew-age treatment plant in Qatar to use advanced treatment techniques such as ultrafiltra-tion and ultra-violet technolo-gies to produce high quality reclaimed water for reuse in irrigation purposes. The Doha North STW is locat-ed in Umm Salal Ali, 25km to the north of Doha.The first phase of the project includes the construction of the main treatment plant for the reception and treatment of sewage, which has been de-signed to treat up to 245,000 m3 of sewage per day, serving a projected population of over 900,000 people by the year 2020. The modern facility features advanced biological treatment processes as well as ultrafil-tration, which is an ultra-mem-brane filtration technique that separates large molecules and small granules from the water. The plant also uses ultra-violet technologies for wastewater

treatment. The STW started receiving sewage flows from the main pumping station in Northern Doha (PS70) located in Al Kheesa. The sewage flows are estimated 46,000 m3 per day. The Doha North STW became fully operational in December 2015, after a full year of in-spection and testing process-es completed by the Qatari Civil Defense and other enti-ties.The second phase of the proj-ect includes the construction of a Thermal Drying Plant (TDP) within the Doha North STW. The TDP processes sludge, which is the solid ma-terials generated from the sewage treatment process, in order to dispose them accord-ing to international standards for safe disposal. The TDP will receive and treat sludge generated from not just Doha North STW but also from all the other sewage treatment works within Qatar. The sludge is dewatered, pro-cessed through the thermal dryers to finally produce dried pellets which are bagged and stored for distribution.The construction of the TDP is substantially completed and is currently going through final commissioning.

The TDP includes four thermal dryers which are currently be-ing tested utilising sludge gen-erated at the Doha North STW and the Doha West STW. Two of the thermal dryers are expected to be handed over in Q2 of 2016, while the other two are expected to be handed over in Q3 of 2016.The Doha North STW is the first facility with comprehen-sive odour control system to minimise the impact on the surrounding environment. The Buffer Zone surrounding the STW will be landscaped to form a lush-green oasis that in-cludes approximately 95,000 trees and 50 picnic areas with interconnecting roads and a bird watching lagoon which is considered the first of its kind in Qatar. The roads and picnic areas are completed, and the bird

watching Lagoon is expected to be completed in Q1 of 2016. The remaining irrigation pipe work and planting are in prog-ress as well as the construc-tion of artificial mounds across the area, which is expected to be completed by mid 2017.The Doha North Sewage Treat-ment Works project is worth approximately 3.63 billion Qatari Riyals, including the De-sign and Build contract, which is worth approximately 2.49 billion Qatari Riyals, and the Operate and Maintain 10-year contract which is worth ap-proximately 1.14 billion Qatari Riyals. The project contracts were awarded to “Keppel Seghers Engineering Singa-pore LTD”, and it is expected to be completed in Q3 of 2017.The following pictures show the progress achieved on the project site:

The Doha North Sewage Treatment Plant enters its operational stage

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Part of the Sludge Reception Silos, which receive sludge generated from sewage treatment process

External view of the Thermal Drying Plant for the sludge generated from the sewage treatment process

Internal view of the Thermal Drying Plant for the sludge generated from the sewage treatment process

General View of the Laboratory Building, part of the Doha North Sewage Treatment project

Dr. Alex AmatoHead of Sustainability, QGBC


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In the context of high urban-ization rates, pollution levels and budget restrictions, cities seek transport solutions that are rapidly up and running and cost-efficient, providing an en-hanced passenger experience. The best way to obtain a trans-port system that is highly cost optimized and delivered on time is to award the project to a manufacturer who is able to offer an integrated transport system. By doing so, the project requires only one tender proce-dure and a single contract to manage it. Alstom, a preferred partner as it is a global leader in the rail industry, has been awarded a contract by Qatar Railways Company to supply an integrat-ed tramway system for a four-line network in Lusail.Thanks to its catenary-free technologies, Alstom provides a tramway system that is in tune with the city’s environ-ment and preserves its identity and authentic beauty.Alstom offers the concept of the train of the future by intro-ducing technologies that make journeys interactive, fun and customizable. In this exclusive interview with CS, Vincent Prou, Managing Di-rector for Alstom GCC , shares details about the Lusail LRT project, company’s unparal-leled expertise in the transport sector that enabled Alstom to offer Qatar a custom-made transportation solution that re-flects local culture. What are the key infra-structure related projects

that Alstom is executing in Qatar?The contract of Lusail LRT has been awarded in June 2014 to a consortium called the LRT Contractor Consortium - Al-stom in consortium with QDVC, a Qatari shareholding company (51% Qatari Diar and 49% Vin-ci Construction Grands Projets) - has been awarded a contract by Qatar Railways Company to supply an integrated tramway system for a 4-line tramway network in Lusail, Qatar. The tramway network will cover a distance of 38km, 10km of which are underground. It in-cludes 35 advanced Citadis trams and 37 stations covering four lines in Lusail City, indicat-ing that the Lusail assignment is the second largest tram proj-ect for the company in the re-gion. It differs from the Dubai

one by the existence of under-ground digging.From trains to services and from signaling to infrastructure, Alstom is a leading supplier of integrated mobility solutions. Alstom manages all the stag-es in setting up an integrated metro system, from its design, to its complete validation and commissioning. Thanks to its catenary-free technologies, Alstom provides tramway system that inserts perfectly into the city’s environ-ment and preserves the beauty of each city. Alstom supplies a tramway that can operate in extreme climate conditions. For Dubai or Lusail, the tram can operate under extreme weath-er conditions and very high temperatures (above 50°C) including high humidity and sandy atmosphere, Could you elaborate more on the tram network that Alstom will supply for Lu-sail?Alstom is in charge for supply-ing the track works, the cat-enary works, the catenary-free traction power supply, the train signaling, the traction power station equipment, the low volt-age power stations, the high voltage power stations, the high voltage distribution ca-bles, the platform screen doors and the tramways. In partnership with QDVC, Al-stom further performs the complete integration of the transport system, from system engineering to interface man-agement and integrated test-ing & commissioning in order

to meet the overall safety and performance criteria. The Citadis tram for Lusail will be 32 meters long. It will offer high-end comfort to passen-gers, thanks to enhanced com-munications with passenger in-formation and security systems both at stations and on-board. The tramways will be fully low floor to enable easier access for all passengers. Autonomy and energy effi-ciency are important criteria to blend well into the cityscape. Alstom is the only manufac-turer providing a range of cat-enary-free solution, including APS (ground-level power sup-plier), on-board batteries and Super capacitors to ensure the proper architectural integration of trams into city centers. The APS technology selected for use on the Lusail tramway is a 12-year proven catenary-free power supply system which has a third embedded rail, mak-ing it possible to eliminate the overhead catenary wiring of tra-ditional tramway networks. Technical adaptations have been made on the APS solution to enable catenary-free opera-tion in extreme temperatures. Can you tell us about the design of the trains? Are they custom-made for Qa-tar?The tram is a Citadis XO5, the latest evolution of Alstom’s Citadis tram. It integrates new technologies such as perma-nent magnet motors which re-duce energy consumption and easier sub-system integration and maintenance which de-

crease lifecycle costs. Citadis X05 will be faster, allowing op-erators to increase distances between stops on the outskirts of cities. The design is custom made especially to reflect the local culture of the city. The design was chosen and approved by the client. What can Alstom add that is unique and can be pro-vided by only itself?In the context of high urbaniza-tion rates, pollution levels and budget restrictions, cities seek urban transport solutions that are rapidly up and running, cost-efficient and that enhance passenger experience. The best way to obtain a trans-port system that is highly cost-optimized and delivered on time is to award the project to a manufacturer able to offer an integrated transport system. By doing so, the project requires only one tender procedure and a single contract to manage it. Alstom is the preferred partner as it is a leader in this field.

In the tramway market, Alstom is number 1 in the supply of in-tegrated tramway system with 17 systems awarded across the world… including those of Reims and Bordeaux in France, Algiers in Algeria, Barcelona in Spain, Lusail in Qatar, Dubai in the UAE, Cuenca in Ecuador, Rio in Brazil and Sydney in Aus-tralia.In the metro segment: 17 in-tegrated metro projects have been awarded to Alstom in more than a decade in cities such as Guadalajara (Mexico), Cuenca (Ecuador), Los Te-ques (Venezuela) and Panama (Metro L 1&2), Riyadh (Saudi Arabia). Innovation is the DNA of Alstom. Alstom has recently launched two integrated solu-tions for trams and metro to better address cities demand. Attractis is an integrated tram-way system for growing cities that is simpler to operate and cost-effective. Thanks to op-timized project management and construction methods, At-tractis is available in only 30 months from the design phase. Designed to optimize acquisi-tion costs and the total cost of ownership, Attractis can offer up to 20% savings in invest-ment compared to a traditional tramway system. Axonis is an innovative and au-tomated metro system that is able to carry between 15,000 and 45,000 PPHPD. Available in only three years, it address-es the demand of cities not yet equipped with metro systems and with underground areas that is difficult to access. The tramway of Lusail will be powered via APS, a service proven solution for catenary-

Alstom offers a wide range of mobility solutions for the market in Qatar

Vincent ProuManaging Director for Alstom GCC

From trains to services and from signaling to infrastructure, alstom is the one-stop-shop for urban mobility

The concept of the train of the future: Alstom has chosen

to introduce technol-ogies that will make journeys interactive,

fun and customis-able. Visitors take a seat in an environ-ment linking smart-phones to on-board

equipment.

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free tramway operation which preserves the aesthetics of city centers, reduces LRT system footprint by eliminating poles and optimizes safety and op-eration reliability. It is a 12-year proven technol-ogy. As of today, six cities (Bor-deaux, Reims, Tours, Orleans, Angers in France and Dubai in the UAE) are equipped with APS. Three are under construc-tion (Lusail in Qatar, Cuenca in Ecuador, Rio in Brazil, Sydney in Australia). Around 20 million kilometers have been achieved on APS mode safely and effi-ciently.The key advantages include no electrical power limitation, no risk of running out of power in degraded operational mode. The APS system’s safety has been proven through a dedicat-ed safety case that was since confirmed by five certifying Au-thorities including CERTIFER and STRMTG.Do you think economic changes across the GCC re-gion could impact Alstom’s plans in Qatar?The Gulf region is strategic for Alstom as it presents many op-portunities to increase mobility for its residents and visitors. The company has a strong po-sition in the Gulf region through its three big transport projects in countries that are very close to each other: Qatar (Lusail) and the UAE (Dubai) for the tramway and Saudi Arabia for the Riyadh metro. Alstom is looking forward to participating in transport projects in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Saudi

Arabia.The decrease in oil prices and the current economic situation may slow down the launch of the newly-planned railway proj-ects in the region but it will not stop them.Railway projects are the key for mature countries and fast-growing countries alike as they have an impact on economy and tourism. Alstom has recently sold its energy business to GE. Is there any impact of the transaction on the compa-ny’s business in Qatar?No, not at all. The Lusail Tram project was secured under the transport sector and after the closing has been done with GE, Alstom today holds leadership positions on a globally growing rail market and will rely on a solid financial base to support its growth strategy. Alstom is entirely refocused on transport activities after the deal with GE.Alstom has a record order book providing long-term visibility. It includes recent significant awards such as the metros for

Sydney, Kochi, Riyadh, Paris; signaling solutions for the To-ronto greater area and Den-mark; tram systems for Rio de Janeiro, Lusail and Sydney as well as suburban trains for South Africa, most of these projects being associated with long-term maintenance con-tracts. What is it that you can offer for Qatar’s infrastructure?As a world leader in the rail market, Alstom offers a com-plete range of products, from trains to services and from signaling to infrastructure, en-abling the company to provide an integrated transport solu-tion.Moreover, through its continu-ous innovation and the devel-opment of new and advanced technologies, Alstom is the pre-ferred partner to offer each city an integrated urban transport solution that reflects its image, and enhances passenger expe-rience.Alstom is a leading supplier of integrated solutions, which are innovative, fast to implement

and environmentally-friendly. Alstom manages all the stages in setting up an integrated system, from its design, to its complete validation and com-missioning. over 30 projects awarded in cities across the world, Alstom has proven ex-pertise in the field of integrated solutions and is now the world leader in this area.Alstom has a complete product range of signaling for urban and mainline. Railway signaling is used to control railway traffic and ensure that no collision or derailment can happen. Since a train is heavy and runs on rails at high speed, it requires a long distance to stop so there is a need for signals or com-puter-based safety systems to anticipate on train braking and prevent accidents.Alstom, a world leader in the signaling industry, has recently acquired GE signaling activities for an amount of €700 million in order to reinforce its range of products and solutions in the industry. In the service field, Alstom offers a complete range of customized services to opti-mize lifecycle costs including maintenance, modernization, parts & repairs and support services. Alstom aims to pro-vide operators with the highest level of availability for their fleet and infrastructure.The concept of Life Cycle Cost will gain more importance over the next few years. The Life Cycle Cost is a way to measure a company’s confidence in its own product. The current world trend is extending the maintenance period purchased with the product to make sure that the manufacturer company stands behind its products. Alstom can offer preventive and corrective maintenance for all types of train irrespective of whether or not they were built by it.

In view of the local tradi-tions and habits, do you think public transport will become popular in Qatar? What should be done to make local population to choose public transport in-stead of private vehicles?An enhanced passenger ex-perience: The concept of the train of the future: Alstom has chosen to introduce technolo-gies that will make journeys interactive, fun and customis-able. Visitors take a seat in an environment linking smart-phones to on-board equip-ment. The smartphone is used for authentication, to identify the passenger’s seat and to ex-change data with the on-board equipment. A sound system is built into the seats and a touch-screen tab-let offers a choice of several activities: games, drawing, mu-sic, films, web browsing, jour-

ney monitoring and information about the destination, such as weather forecasts, bus stops and satellite maps. On-board services are also available, such as controlling the lighting or placing bar or-ders from your seat. Intermodality and interoperabil-ity: Intermodality and intercon-nectivity across all transport systems inside Qatar; to have a complete urban transportation system connected from tram to metro inside the cities and ul-timately to mainline passenger trains.What are Alstom’s plans and expectations for 2016?Alstom has a very positive out-look for 2016. We are looking forward to winning additional contracts and participating in more tenders across the Mid-dle East region. Alstom is looking to offer its best-in-class solutions in ERT-MS to the GCC networks for both freight and passenger including regional trains and maintenance projects. Addi-tionally, Alstom is seeking to do more turnkey projects for metro and tramway. As a promoter of sustainable mobility, Alstom develops and markets systems, equipment and services for the railway sector. Alstom manages the widest range of solutions in the mar-ket – from high-speed trains to metros and tramways – and associated maintenance, mod-ernisation, infrastructure and signaling solutions. Alstom, a world leader in in-tegrated railway systems, re-corded sales of €6.2 billion and booked €10 billion of orders in the 2014/15 fiscal year. Qatar is strategic for Alstom as it rep-resents significant potential for the railway business. One of our three projects in the GCC is in Qatar.

Autonomy and en-ergy efficiency are

important criteria to blend well

into the cityscape. Alstom is the only

manufacturer provid-ing a range of

catenary-free solu-tions, including APS (ground-level power

supplier), on-board batteries

and supercapacitors to ensure the proper architectural integra-

tion of trams into city centres.

In partnership with QDVC, Alstom fur-ther performs the

complete integration of the transport system, from system engi-

neering to interface management and integrated testing

& commissioning in order to meet the overall safety and

performance criteria.


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Doha Bank has hosted a knowl-edge sharing session “Growing opportunities in Qatar” at its head office, West Bay. Yousef Gamal El-Din, founder of Medialitera FZE and the master of ceremony for the evening, commenced the session and stated: “There was so much negative news on account of fall in oil prices and against this background Doha Bank would like to showcase the opportuni-ties in Qatar. “Investors should be more con-cerned about long term view. We are witnessing global slow-down, easing monetary policy since financial crisis and uncer-tainty. We are in unchartered waters and will look forward to leadership, certainty and con-tent from the key speakers to-day.”Dr R Seetharaman, who gave the concept note for the eve-ning, said: “Even after seven years since the global financial crisis, the sustainable growth is not visible in global economy.Monetary easing had continued since the global financial crisis from the US, Eurozone and Ja-pan Central Banks. The Fed had commenced a rate hike last December and it needs to be seen whether it will continue with so much volatility in global financial markets this year and uneven US economic

recovery. According to IMF, recent fore-cast global growth projected at 3.4% in 2016. The slowdown and rebalancing of the Chi-nese economy, lower commod-ity prices, and strains in some large emerging market econo-mies will continue to weigh on growth. Qatar’s 2016 growth is expect-ed to be 4.3%. Qatar has bud-geted for revenues of QR156 billion and expenditures of QR202.5 billion in 2016. Health, education and infra-structure accounted for the largest share of the 2016 ex-penditure. Major infrastructure expenditures amounting to QR50.6 billion would include railways, the new Doha port, several large roadways and the expansion of electricity, water and sewage networks. Qatar banking balance sheet growth was more than 10% YTD in December 2015 and loan growth was more than 15% YTD. In 2015 the real es-tate sector lending was more than 27% YTD, retail sector was close to 17% YTD, contracting sector more than 23% YTD and service sector was more than 6% YTD. The customer deposit growth was more than 8% YTD. According to recent S&P report, Qatar has “significant” strength in defending its fixed exchange

parity with the dollar due to availability of reserves to cover the monetary base and current account payments over the next four years. Qatar economy is sustainable in the long term amidst short term challenges.Rashid Bin Ali Al Mansoori, CEO Qatar Exchange, spoke on “Competitive exchange and op-portunities”. He said: “Qatar is one of the fastest growing economy and youngest stock market. Qatar has become an emerging mar-ket in recent years. Qatar ex-

change mission is to support Qatar economy. It has 43 listed companies. “We have programs to improve sentiment for retail investors. We have introduced govern-ment bonds and are planning to introduce Exchange trade funds (ETF) and provide alternative for investors. We would like to increase the presence of both foreign and local institutional investors in Qatar exchange.”Yousuf Mohamed Al Jaida, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of QFC, spoke on QFC

offerings and opportunities. He gave macroeconomic in-sight on Qatar and oil crisis of 80s, low oil levels during global financial crisis and the recent crisis as well. Qatar economy will face fiscal and current account deficit. However, Qatar’s resilience is further supported by diversifica-tion of central government reve-nue and growing private sector. He also gave insight on QFC or-ganization and its entities, ac-tivities and structure and ben-efits of regulated under QFC.

Fahmi Alghussein, Amwal CEO, highlighted the initiatives of his organization. He stated only 2% of wealth is managed by profes-sionals in Qatar as against 5% in Saudi Arabia, which is even higher in developed countries. Hence it is a great opportunity to be in Qatar. However the challenges of oil remain for investors. The pri-vate wealth of GCC lying over-seas should also be channel-ized into the regional markets.The event witnessed active in-teractions.

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Qatar is set to award more than $22 billion worth of new con-tracts in 2016 as it maintains its spending spree in advance of the FIFA 2022 World Cup. Details of these new projects, together with some of the chal-lenges they represent, will be outlined at the annual MEED Qatar Projects Conference in Doha on March 15-16. The forecast of $22.2 billion worth of contracts to be award-ed in the state this year is some 24% lower than the $29.3 bil-lion worth of deals awarded in 2015, primarily due to lower oil prices but also thanks to a re-newed focus on existing project delivery rather than the launch of new schemes. However, this year’s figure is also almost exactly in line with Qatar’s $22.3 billion contract award average experienced over the past five years.“Like all GCC states, Qatar’s is set to spend less this year as government revenues are im-pacted by lower oil prices,” says Ed James, Director of Content & Analysis at regional projects tracker MEED Projects, which created the forecast. “Nonetheless, the projects market in the state is expect-ed to continue apace as the authorities press ahead with their capital investment plans as the deadline for the World

Cup looms closer. This will en-sure a healthy pipeline of new projects will come to the market throughout 2016, providing nu-merous new opportunities for suppliers, contractors and ven-dors alike.”Prestigious keynote speakers at the event will be HE Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim Al Thani, Minister of Economy and Com-merce, together with HE Nasser bin Ali Al Mawlawi, President of Ashghal, the largest single cli-ent in Qatar. With more than $30 billion worth of projects either planned or under construction, Ashghal is a key stakeholder in Qatar’s future development, and will outline its vision for the state at the event. It will also reveal details of its major challenges as well as how companies can work more closely with it to achieve its ob-jectives. Ashghal’s major projects in-clude the $10bn-plus ex-pressway and local roads and drainage programmes, the In-ner Doha Re-Sewerage Imple-mentation Strategy (Idris); and the major public buildings pro-gramme. Other key projects set to be awarded or tendered this year include the first phase of the $15bn long-distance passen-ger and freight network, and

the estimated $2bn expansion of Hamad International Airport. All these projects, along with many others comprising the more than $200bn worth proj-ects in the pipeline, will be pre-sented at the event to be held at the St Regis Hotel, Doha. Other speakers includes Saud Abdullah Al-Attiyah, Direc-tor of Economic Policies and Research Department at the Ministry of Economy and Com-merce in Qatar, Ahmed Nassar Al Kowsi, logistics Director and Kaldoon Truman, Senior Direc-tor of Contracts and Procure-ment both from Qatar Rail, Mohammed Al Malki, Chief Planning Business Develop-ment Officer at Manateq, Atter Exxat Hannoura, Director of PPP Central Unit at the Ministry of Finance in Egypt and senior representatives of the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) will also address the conference.Topics to be covered will in-clude: An exclusive update on the implementation of PPP regulations in the $200 billion Qatari projects market, Evaluat-ing the existing funding options to finance mega project pro-grammes in Qatar, Discussing the critical challenges facing project owners and contrac-tors from the initial stage of recruiting through to project delivery - the lessons learned,

Managing risk and mitigating disputes in the Qatari project market through well-construct-ed contracts, Discussing the upcoming plans for growth and development of the hospital-ity industry in Qatar, Delivering efficiency in logistics for the construction of mega projects in Qatar and a recent update of the existing and future mega projects happening in Qatar.“Qatar’s going to lead the re-

gion and the world once more with further progress in the ex-ecution of its inspiring vision for the years to 2030,” says Rich-ard Thompson, Editorial Direc-tor of MEED Magazine. “Lower oil prices can’t be ig-nored, but it’s clear that Qatar has the financial and human resources overcome this chal-lenge. The MEED Qatar Projects Conference will be the perfect place to learn how Qatari, re-

gional and global businesses can play their part in delivering the vision.”The MEED Qatar Projects Con-ference is under the patron-age of HE Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim Al Thani, Minister of Economy and Commerce in Qatar, endorsed by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce in Qatar and in partnership with Ashghal.

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‘MOUSHTARAYAT’ More than 400 opportunities worth 2 billion riyalsQatar Development Bank announced the first Government Procurement and Contracting Confer-ence & Exhibition, ‘MOUSHTARAYAT,’ during a press conference held on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at the headquarters of Qatar Development Bank. The inaugural event will take place for three days from March 8 to10. The aim of ‘MOUSTARAYAT’ is to strengthen cooperation between private and public sector compa-nies in Qatar, in addition to bolstering collaborations between local SMEs and important stakehold-ers.Mr. Abdulaziz Bin Nasser Al-Khalifa, CEO of Qatar Development Bank, said: “We are proud to an-nounce the launch of ‘MOUSTARAYAT,’ Which includes more than twenty exhibitors opening 400 contractual opportunities worth 2 billion riyals, as well as providing the necessary support for both SMEs and stakeholders, opens doors for SMEs and stakeholders, and aims to support local eco-nomic diversification. QDB supports SMEs on local and global levels, and ‘MOUSTARAYAT’ is one of the many ways we provide support to this sector, as we provide low risk purchasing opportunities, linking SMEs with major stakeholders and promoting competitive business environments.”Through the exhibition, Qatar Development Bank is keen on finding new ways to empower the sus-tainable government procurement concept, prepare SMEs to meet their goals and requirements, in order to support the local Qatari market and strengthen the role of SMEs in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.

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Waste as a byproduct of build-ing modern cities is a grow-ing challenge for builders. It requires very specific plans to reduce any impact on the envi-ronment. However, waste man-agement and proper disposal can sometimes be overwhelm-ing. Qatar Project Management’s (QPM) Dr Mark Evans, who is seconded to Qatar Rail’s PMC Major Stations Department as Environmental & Sustainability Manager, said during his pre-sentation at the recently con-cluded sixth Waste Manage-ment and Recycling Summit in Doha: “Humans as a species, and this is true everywhere around the world, are tradi-tionally not good at managing waste. It requires effort com-bined with education to make a difference and reduce the impact of our actions on the en-vironment.” To put this in context, he cited the example of “The Great Pacif-ic Garbage Patch”, comprising plastic particulates suspended at or just below the surface, covering an area the size of the US state of Texas. Ocean cur-rents cause these particles to stay within this region and bring even more debris to the gar-bage patch every year. This is an exaggerated but very real consequence of irrespon-

sible waste disposal and there are many correlations in the construction business. Each year, millions of tons of debris and waste are generated as a byproduct of global construc-tion and development projects. They require smart and immedi-ate management to ensure they do not all end up in landfills. Evans said the key to progress is to change the way we look at waste management: “Waste issues are just one segment of an overall project lifecycle assessment and plan. They should be core components of the wider project sustainabil-ity and development agenda. From a builder’s perspective this should account for manag-ing the construction process so resource utilization is minimal, and that waste is segregated properly. It should be reused where possible, or disposed of responsibly.“There is of course an omni-present gap between theory and practice everywhere in the world,” said Evans. “The key to ensuring compliance is in be-ing consistent during toolbox talks with the workers, because workforces and people change. This calls for being repetitive and delivering the message consistently.”Evans also spoke about the na-ture of the term ‘compliance’

in construction: “When we talk about compliance, we are mostly looking at internal com-pliance and encouraging build-ers to set rules for themselves. The business of construction is very rigid about final build quality and project integrity, but environmental sustainability calls on developers and project managers to behave ethically, mostly of their own volition. The good builders create a set of best practices for implementa-tion at their sites, while those that don’t are unfortunately not particularly handicapped.“In the 21st century, when we are acutely aware of our impact on the environment and what that means for future genera-tions, we really have to be bet-ter.” Evans believes legislation forc-ing builders to adhere to ideal waste management processes, even if it uses taxation or penal-ties to curb reckless behavior, are not as powerful as the pro-active responsibility that can be demonstrated by developers. Legislation to curb wastage and reuse materials has its limita-tions and because of these limitations, can be interpreted in various ways to ensure what some may believe maximizes their profits. But this is a flawed concept and the best builders in the world know it.

Prevention of waste will lead to the best improvements in terms of environmental impact as well as cost savings across materials, labor and transpor-tation, which all add to the bot-tom line. When you study the impact of a well-defined waste management plan, the benefits soon add up and can be a much more powerful motivator for de-velopers than legislation alone. Evans says the prevailing fo-cus for the industry is to first reduce the amount of construc-tion waste produced. There is therefore a need to reinforce the role of resource efficiency in construction and related train-ing which is a relatively new addition to courses. The indus-try overall has a lot of gaps to bridge.Some waste is unavoidable, but there are plenty of opportuni-ties for reuse and recycling.At Qatar Rail, they are taking the “reduce, reuse and recycle” concept to a higher level. In what they are calling a meth-odology to “Design Out Waste”, the project managers are imple-menting a seven-point “avoid, reduce, reuse, recycle, recover, treat and dispose responsibly” plan. Evans hammers home the fact that no amount of wishful think-ing will replace consistency in repeating the principles of

this seven-point methodology: “Toolbox sessions define the operational, health, safety and environmental policies that workers need to understand and learn from. People will in-evitably make mistakes. But they can learn to avoid repeat-ing them.”Qatar Rail utilizes all materials it can reuse at its projects and also segregates the inevitable unusable waste for proper dis-posal or dispatch to recycling facilities. This also includes water usage which is monitored closely and used only as neces-sary, while also ensuring that any runoff does not contami-

nate groundwater reserves. Evans said reused materials, acquired from excavation & demolition and as surplus dur-ing the build, are inspected to ensure project integrity in adherence to the latest Qatar Construction Standards (QCS) code. In his conclusions, Evans a praised the efforts of the Qatar Green Building Council and its members who represent many of the country’s biggest proj-ects and companies for fight-ing for higher standards, while sharing new insights from all around the world that can be implemented locally.

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WHY ARE IMPROVED STRENGTHS IMPORTANT?Concrete made with slag cement provides higher compressive and flexural strengths compared with straight portland cement concrete. Improved strengths make it easier to achieve specified safety factors of the concrete mixture and can provide engineers with a tool to optimize concrete element designs. It provides enhanced material properties allowing producers to optimize concrete mix de-signs. Owners may realize decreased life cycle costs.HOW DOES SLAG CEMENT IMPROVE STRENGTH?Slag cement increases the compressive and flexural strength of conventional con-crete (Figures 1 and 2) and is often a vital component in producing high strength concrete. 28-day strengths generally increase as the percentage of slag cement increases, up to about 50 percent slag cement as a percent of cementitious ma-terial. When portland cement reacts with water, it forms calcium silicate hydrate (CSH) and calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2). CSH is the glue that provides strength and holds concrete together, Ca(OH)2 is a byproduct of portland cement hydra-tion that does not contribute to strength. When slag cement is used as part of the cementitious material in a concrete mix, it reacts with water and Ca(OH)2 to form more CSH. The additional CSH densifies the concrete matrix, enhancing strength.

HOW DOES SLAG CEMENT AFFECT STRENGTH DEVELOPMENT?When slag cement is used in concrete mixes, early strength development may be slower while ultimate strengths will be higher than straight portland cement mix-tures. If more rapid strength development is required, the concrete mixture can be modified with conventional technology, for example, the use of accelerating admixtures, or use of heated materials or curing conditions. Concrete made with slag cement will have higher strength growth over the lifetime of the concrete ele-ment compared with straight portland cement concrete mixtures. Several factors influence the strength development of the mixture.They include:- Chemical composition of the slag. - Temperature of the concrete.- Proportions of the slag component. - Fineness of the slag component.- Temperature of the curing environment. - Availability of soluble alkali.- Chemical composition of the cement component.Slag cement has a particularly significant effect on the flexural strength of con-crete. Flexural strength (or modulus of rupture) is one of the principal factors in concrete pavement design. Increased flexural strength is evident in Figure 2, where 50 percent slag cement achieved a 20 percent strength improvement, even though total cementitious content was decreased by 52 lb/cu yd. Improved flexural strengths are attributed to the increased denseness of the paste and improved paste-aggregate bond.WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF IMPROVED STRENGTH?

As with all concrete mixtures, trial batches should be performed to verify con-crete properties. Results may vary due to a variety of circumstances, including temperature and mixture components, among other things. You should consult your slag cement professional for assistance. Nothing contained herein shall be considered or construed as a warranty or guarantee, either expressed or implied, including any warranty of fitness for a particular purpose.

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Qatar National Vision 2030 – Get involvedDriven by the enormous amount of construction and development that Qatar is cur-rently undertaking, as it works towards the goals of the National Strategy 2011-2016 and the National Vision 2030, lighting is playing an increasingly important role in the development of Doha as a world-class city. LightingTech Qatar is a dedicated confer-ence powered by Project Qatar, addressing the latest trends, key challenges, and up-coming opportunities in Qatar’s rapidly developing lighting industry. This conference will be held on 09-10 May 2016 at InterContinental Hotel The City, Doha, Qatar.A booming industryIn anticipation of the FIFA World Cup in 2022 and in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030, US$140 billion will be invested over the next five years in transport infrastruc-ture including, Hamad International Airport and the Doha Metro (Deloitte).Over the next ten years, US$200 billion will be spent on construction projects includ-ing, hospitals, schools, industrial districts, residential complexes, sports complexes and 12 stadiums which will provide substantial opportunities for the lighting industryWhy take part in LightingTech Qatar conference?This conference is being launched to help demonstrating best practice implementa-tion to answer the specific requirements and challenges in Qatar.This unique and timely event will bring together the relevant government bodies, light-ing industry experts, construction professionals and solution providers.For further information about the conference, please visit www.lightingtechqatar.com

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The Gulf Organization for Industrial Consult-ing (GOIC) organised a workshop on the In-

dustrial Market Intelligence Portal (IMI Plus) in collabora-tion with Qatar Development Bank (QDB) at GOIC’s head-quarters in Doha, with the par-ticipation of QDB employees who got to know more about the portal and its services. The workshop was delivered by Mohammed Al-Ansari, Director of the Industrial In-formation Department who introduced the IMI Plus, its advantages and services that benefit investors in the indus-trial sector, in addition to busi-nessmen, experts, research-ers, journalists and others. He explained how to use the IMI Plus to display and com-

pare foreign trade and socio-economic data, in addition to information and output con-trols. Al-Ansari said that GOIC suc-ceeded in creating and devel-oping a comprehensive set of databases to reflect the socio-economic environment in GCC countries.

Al-Ansari explained that the IMI Plus is a unique regional database that includes four sections: Gulf industries, for-eign trade, socio-economic indicators and investment op-portunities in the Gulf. It also features several search and query options, in addition to the capacity to print reports. Furthermore, the IMI Plus fea-tures information about ap-proximately 16000 factories operating in GCC countries. It is a valuable source of infor-mation for investors, industri-alists, analysts, experts and researchers who want to carry out informed researches, product market studies and feasibility studies. Based on this database, they can also target new custom-ers, make sound commercial decisions and seek new indus-trial investment opportunities

since it offers an overview on approximately 450 industrial investment opportunities. In addition to that, the IMI Plus offers detailed data about for-eign industries and trade, and more than 400 industrial and socio-economic indicators in a matrix for the six member states. It also allows determining the market size for a specific product, identifying commer-cial exchange between GCC countries and other countries all over the globe or according to country group classification and determining the trade balance between any GCC country and foreign countries.

Furthermore, the IMI Plus fea-tures data about imports and exports, net imports, design capacities and market size for more than 4000 goods.The Portal also allows users to identify names of factories, the size of their investments and their labour force accord-ing to the industrial activities in each country. It also includes information about the distribution of firms within the country according to industrial cities, industrial activities, design capacities of every product and every indus-trial activity within the country, and determining the evolution of industrial activities and an-

alysing foreign trade data and other data. The Gulf Organization for In-dustrial Consulting (GOIC) offers a number of training workshops to concerned par-ties according their needs in various fields through its Train-ing and Capacity Development Program (TCD).GOIC aims at improving in-dividual and organisational capacities in the industrial sector in GCC countries and Yemen. You can register to attend any workshop by visiting the Orga-nization’s website www.goic.org.qa or via Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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project planning for the con-struction industry from 13 - 15 March 2016. The course will be underpinned by Building Information Modelling and is aimed at Construction plan-ners, designers, engineers,

government and private con-struction clients from minis-tries, Ashghal, Municipalities and project management con-sultancies.The course offering by the two universities is part of a wider initiative by Qatar Foundation to stimulate innovation in the construction sector. Govern-ment adoption of construction

technologies is seen as key to ensuring a wider uptake of BIM in the country. A three year research project was awarded by Qatar Founda-tion to Teesside University in 2014 to do research work on BIM and how it can be used to improve construction process in Qatar. The research pro-gram aims at making Qatar a

Center of BIM knowledge and excellence in the GCC. The $ 900, 000 research grant has been awarded to Professor Nashwan Dawood and Dr. Mohamad Kassem of Tees-side University as part of the Qatar National Priorities Re-search Program which is the flagship funding program of the National Research Fund. The Centre for Construction Research and Innovation at Teesside University will use a whole life cycle approach to information flow integrated to 3D visualisation to track the cost, time, use of materials and execution space utilisa-tion of building projects.By analysing where problems and delays may occur before construction has even started, Professor Dawood said BIM can cut the cost of building projects by up to 10%.”This could potentially save billions of dollars in Qatar which is predicted to spend $150 billion on construction over the next 10 years, includ-ing on stadiums for the 2022 Football World Cup,” points out Professor Dawood.The research is a partnership between Teesside University, Qatar University and Hochtief-ViCon, BIM Consultancy to create a knowledge hub in the

Middle East for BIM technol-ogy.Professor Dawood added: “This will be a whole different way of looking at how you or-ganise information in the de-livery of your building project. It’s a matter of creating digital assets for the projects and then implementing the work on the construction site in a way that’s been rehearsed.” This can have major cost and health and safety implica-tions. Hopefully it will have an international agenda in terms of pushing the boundaries of how we manage construction projects in the future, ” said Professor Dawood. Venue: Crowne Plaza –DohaContact Person of this course: Ms. Lijy Jose

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A delegation of members from the Central Municipal Council (CMC) has conducted a site visit to the Lusail Expressway project which is being implemented by the Public Works Authority (Ash-ghal). The delegation consisted of Hamad Lahdan Al Muhannadi, the CMC Vice-Chairman and Head of Public Utilities Com-mittee, Abdulrahman Al Khulaifi and Nasser Al Kubaisi, mem-bers of the Public Utilities Com-mittee, and Nasser Rashed Al Muhannadi, Assistant Manager of Meeting and Member Affairs at CMC. The delegation visited a num-ber of the project’s work sites, including the Pearl, Onaiza and Al Wahda intersections. The CMC members were provid-ed with a detailed explanation about the project, the progress made in its implementation and engineering and construction

techniques used.The delegation was also briefed about the components and fea-tures of these intersections and the progress made in their im-plementation, in addition to the works being implemented, such as excavation and structural works in the Pearl intersection including the deck and walls of three of its tunnels, the Light

Rail Transit (LRT) and the North and South Canal Crossings.Lusail Expressway is one of the most important projects being implemented under Ashghal’s Expressway Program. It aims to reconstruct and upgrade the existing Lusail Road from the-south of the Arch Roundabout to the North Canal Crossing, providing a vital link between Doha City and Lusail City through an advanced network of tunnels, interchanges and bridges. The project includes three ma-jor multi-level interchanges, namely Al Wahda, Onaiza and the Pearl. It also includes the construction of roads leading to the Pearl, Katara Cultural Vil-lage, Lusail City, the Diplomatic area and the commercial and residential areas in the neigh-boring areas.Lusail Expressway will extend over 5.3km and include four

lanes in each direction, as well as additional lanes to ease the traffic flow between the inter-changes. The project will include the con-struction of approximately 3km of infrastructure tunnels with internal diameters of approxi-mately 3m to accommodate electricity cables of 132 kilo volt and more than 1 km of in-frastructure tunnels with inter-nal diameter of 2.5m to drain the surface water.One of the most important ad-vantages of these tunnels is that they allow the construction of infrastructure services under the roads level and the other existing services, without the need to use traditional meth-ods of deep excavation and re-filling, and without changing the location of the existing roads and services. These tunnels will provide an easy and quick access to the services inside the tunnels when maintenance works are required.The works implemented in the project so far include the com-pletion of most of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) works, which will be 1,106m in length, 9.5m in width, and 5.5m in height. Around half of the works as-sociated with the North Canal Crossing are completed, while excavation and refilling works for the dam of the North Canal Crossing are underway.In addition, a large part of the South Canal Crossing works is completed, including the de-molishing of the existing North-ern part of the Canal. Currently, construction of the piers and the supports is under-way for the bridge which will be built in the same area. A large part of the infrastruc-ture facilities is completed, including the drinking water network, stormwater drainage network, sewage water drain-age network, wastewater treat-ment network, as well as the extension of electricity and communication cables.Currently, Al Wahda Interchange is being converted into a three-level one, including a tunnel with three lanes in each direc-tion to connect the Dafna area with Lusail, in addition to an up-

per bridge with three lanes in each direction to connect Lusail Expressway with the city. Works of Onaiza Interchange are also ongoing, including three tun-nels and a bridge. The deck of one of these tun-nels is being constructed, while excavation and refilling works are implemented on the other two tunnels. The bridge piers are being constructed. CMC said that the site visit re-flected its keenness to follow

the progress in projects such as the Lusail Expressway and their implementation according to plans and schedules.The delegation was accompa-nied by Nasser Gaith Al Kuwari, Manager of Ashghal’s Express-way Department, and Moham-med Saad Al-Meghaiseeb, Public Relations and Communi-cation Department Acting Man-ager, and a team from Ashghal and consulting and contracting companies.

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Tender & Auctions Committee http://www.baladiya.gov.qa General Conditions of Tenders1. Tender documents may be collected

and bids must be submitted to the premises of the “Tenders & Auctions Committee” of the Ministry of Munici-pality & Urban Planning, located at “Al Muntazah” area, administrative at-tache, 6th Floor,Bldg 2, St Saad Bin Malek 941,Zone24, Rawdat Alkhail Tender documents may be collected against the non-refundable amount stipulated in the Table above

2. Required Documents: Authorization letter signed by the company’s autho-rized person, in Arabic, and endorsed by an authorized person “Company™s Identification Card - Valid Commercial License - Commercial Registration Certificate

3. In Tender : Tenders shall be accom-panied with a provisional Bank Guar-antee, or certified cheque, issued by a bank operating in Qatar, in the amount stipulated In the relevant table for each tender. Such cheques must be valid for one hundred & twenty days (120 days) following the date of opening the envelopes of all Bidders ,though ,The successful bidder shall provide final insurance equivalent to a minimum of ten percent (10% )of the contract value, and must not be Subject to any restriction or condition, must be valid for the entire performance period of the contract and remain valid for seven days (7 days) following the Completion of the contract

4 . In Auction : shall be accompanied with a provisional Bank Guarantee, or certified cheque, issued by a bank operating in Qatar, in the amount stipulated in the Relevant table for each tender. Such cheques must be valid for one hundred & twenty days (120 days) following the date of opening the envelopes of all Bidders ,though ,to be in a separate envelope ,and in both of tender and auction : tender bond shall be addressed to the Chairman of the “Tenders & Auctions Committee” of the Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning

5. The bid will remain valid for ninety days (90 Days) from the date of opening the envelopes, and shall remain irrevocable during this period 6. The deadline for accepting bids is twelve o’clock (12:00 noon) as per the date stipulated in the above Table 7. In Tender : the Government on the approval of the Tenders and Auctions Committee has the right, during the Contract period, to increase or decrease the Works quantities or services, in compliance with the

Conditions of Contract, by not more than 20% of the Contract price 8. All Forms and Documents attached with the tender documents, including the tender Form, interim and final Bond form, must be filled and endorsed as Required, AND returned with the rest of the tender

documents 9. Bids must be deposited in those boxes specified by the “Tenders & Auctions Committee” of the Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning. Bids shall be Submitted inside envelopes( one or two ) sealed with

red wax and addressed to the Chairman of the “Tenders & Auctions Committee” of the Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning, Envelopes shall be marked with the number & subject of the tender 10. In Auction : The successful bidder shall collect and transport all relevant auction bid materials at his own cost within fifteen (15) days from the date following The Payment of the value of the auction bid.

However, in case of delay without an acceptable reason, the successful bidder must pay demurrage fees Equivalent to (1%) of the value of non-received materials per each day of delay 11. Technical & Commercial Proposal ( 1 Original + 1 Copies ) Must Be Submitted In Two Separate Envelopes Each Marked With Relevant Title & Tender Number, though, original Of Tender Bond Shall Be

Attached In Technical Envelope & Copy Of Tender Bond Shall Be Attached In Financial Envelope 12. Any bidder will be excluded if doesnâ€™t submit the samples, and put copy of receipt from the concerned department ( if the conditions stipulated )

Committee’s Chairman at PWA.- The successful Tenderer shall provide a Performance Bond in amount of ten (10%) percent of the Contract Price endorsed by an approved local bank in Qatar.- For further queries about any of the tenders, please communicate in writing to the Contracts Department by Fax.: (+974) 44950777

TENDERS Please note that any information mentioned on this table are as per the listed companies’ tender advertisements, without any responsibility of the magazine.

Tender Number Type Subject Entity Close Date Value Envelopes System

Tender Fees (QRs)

1 /2016-2017 Local Tenders Furnishing the administrative building of the Assembly of Qatar Scouts and Guid

The Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage 13/03/2016 85000 Q.R TWO ENVELOPES 150

6 /2016-2017 Local Tenders Supply Printing SUPREME COUNCIL FOR JUDI-CIARY 13/03/2016 25000 Q.R TWO ENVELOPES 150

8 /2016-2017 Local TendersMaintenance work air-conditioners and cooling for several

mosques Bin Omran area and the dam for a period of three calendar years

Ministry of Endowment & Islamic Affairs 20/03/2016 15000 Q.R TWO ENVELOPES 150

9 /2016-2017 Local Tenders Cleanings for Thirty Eight mosques Group 13 , for 3 yars Ministry of Endowment & Islamic Affairs 20/03/2016 120000 Q.R TWO ENVELOPES 150

7 /2016-2017 Local Tenders Supply Computers SUPREME COUNCIL FOR JUDI-CIARY 1/4/16 30000 Q.R TWO ENVELOPES 150

4 /2016-2017 Local Tenders Project to renovate the central servers and the launch of the electronic cloud and upgrade storage unit in the ministry Minister of Administrative Devlopment 24/04/2016 75000 Q.R TWO ENVELOPES 150

Tenders Conditions: - You can get a copy of the docu-

ments of this tender / tenders of the Central Tenders Committee during official hours, against payment of the tender docu-ments witch you can retrieve it.

- Must be accompanied with the tender a letter of guarantee bank / certified check from a bank operating in the State of Qatar, as indicated above for a period of temporary deposit on 120.- The offer must be valid for a period of ninety days from the date of the opening of envelopes.- Will be the last date for submission of tenders is twelve o’clock on the morning of the closure, and will not pay attention to any tender received after the deadline. - Tenders deposited in the box of the Central Tenders Committee, located in Muntazah - Rawabi Street, to be inside the stamped and sealed envelopes and addressed to the Chairman of the Ten-

ders Committee competent (central / local) showing the number, type of the tender and the subject.- The Central Tenders Committee invites bidders or their representatives to attend the opening of the envelopes and read the price on the day following the date of the closure during the office

hours. - To obtain tender / tenders documents highlight above must be to mentioned authorization letter from the company / institution.- For inquiries, please contact Tel: 44378192 /225 /143 /149. - For more information about the Central Tenders Committee ,tenders and auctions are being posed by the Committee You can visit the site on the Internet www.ctc.gov.qa

Tender No. Type Tender Title Participants Issuing Date Closing Date Category

PWA/ITC/001/2016 ITC ERP Oracle Licenses ISD/14-15/DS/39/I Qatari Companies Only 24-Feb-16 13-Mar-16 ICT

PWA/STC/004/2016 STCSewer Extension And House Connections At Souq Al Maadeed, Muaither Area (Job Ref #.309/2012)

IA/D-HC/14-15/C/106/S Qatari Companies Only 24-Feb-16 21-Mar-16 Drainage

PWA/STC/003/2016 STCWakra Sewerage SCheme Sewer EXtension & House Connections Works, Project No. (SP -

14/2015) IA/D-HC/14-15/C/107/S Qatari Companies Only 24-Feb-16 21-Mar-16 Drainage

PWA/GTC/139/14-15 GTC Supply of Services Framework AA-DOM/14-

15/M/1610-2.05/G Consultancy and Specialized

Services 4-Nov-15 26-Apr-16 Drainage

Companies Eligible to Tender: (1) Qatari Companies Only (2) Joint Venture (JV) Compa-nies, which includes a Qatari Company having a minimum of 51%, share holding of the JV (3) Non-Qatari Companies (4) Not Applicable * All financial values are in QARGeneral Conditions of Tenders- Full Documents for the Tender can be obtained from Contracts Department (CD) against a Non–refundable fee paid to PWA Account No. (0013-001813-052), Qatar National Bank together with a copy of the

Company Registration and a Company Authorization letter. - Project document may be examined at Al-Faisal Tower(1), Ground Floor, Al Corniche before purchasing from PWA.- Each Tender must be accompanied by a Tender Bond, either in the form of a “Certified Check” or a “Tender Bond’’ issued by a Bank acceptable to the PWA” in the amount mentioned above valid for (120

days). Any Tender received without the proper guarantee will not be considered.- The Tender shall be submitted in two separate sealed envelopes (technical and financial offer) and both envelopes must be enclosed in a third sealed envelope which shall bear the tender number, subject

and closing date.- All Tenders shall be submitted in original and one copy or they will not be acceptance.Tenders shall be delivered at or sent to arrive not later than 1.00pm local Doha time on the closing date and deposited in the relevant Tender Box of concerned Tenders Committee’s Chairman at PWA.- The successful Tenderer shall provide a Performance Bond in amount of ten (10%) percent of the Contract Price endorsed by an approved local bank in Qatar.- For further queries about any of the tenders, please communicate in writing to the Contracts Department by Fax.: (+974) 44950777

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CALENDAREXHIBITIONS & EVENTSOF

events

2016 Project Planning underpinned by Build-ing Information Modeling for Construction IndustryOrganizer/Program Coordinator: Continuing Educa-tion Office –Qatar UniversityEvent date (s): 13 –15 MarchVenue: Crowne PlazaLocation: Doha, QatarTel: +974 4403 4025Email: [email protected] [email protected]: www. qu.edu.qa/offices/ceo

Qatar Projects 2016Organizer: MEEDEvent date (s): 15 – 16 March Venue: St. Regis HotelLocation: Doha, QatarWebsite: www.qatarprojectsconference.com

2nd Health Facilities Design & DevelopmentOrganizer: IQPC Middle EastEvent Date (s): 28 – 30 MarchVenue: Intercontinental DohaLocation: Doha, QatarTel: +971 4364 2975Email: [email protected]: www.healthfacilitiesqatar.com

3rd Annual Sustainable Urban Drainage Sys-tems Summit Organizer: IQPC Middle EastEvent Date (s): 28 – 29 MarchVenue: InterContinental Doha - The City HotelLocation: Doha, QatarTel: +971 4364 2975Email: [email protected]: www.drainageandsewerageme.com

5th Annual Arab Future Cities SummitOrganizer: Expotrade Middle East FZ-LLCEvent date (s): 11 – 12 April Venue: The Ritz Carlton

Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 4542135Fax: +971 4 4542136Email: [email protected]: www.arabfuturecities.com

Smart Parking QatarOrganizer: Advanced Conferences & Meetings (ACM) Event date (s): 18 – 19 April Venue: TBCLocation: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 361 4001Fax: +971 4 361 4554Email: [email protected]: www.smartparkingqatar.com

Cityscape Qatar 2016Organizer: Informa Exhibitions & Elan EventsEvent date (s): 26 – 28 April Venue: Doha Exhibition & Convention Centre (DECC)Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 336 5161Fax: +971 4 335 1891Email: [email protected] Website: www.cityscapeqatar.com

Gulf Interiors ExhibitionsOrganizer: Hilal Conferences and ExhibitionsEvent Date (s): 26 – 28 April Venue: Bahrain International Exhibition and Conven-tion CentreLocation: Manama, BahrainEmail: [email protected]: www.gulfinteriorsexhibition.com

Gulf Property ShowOrganizer: Hilal Conferences and Exhibitions Event Date (s): 26 – 28 April Venue: Bahrain International Exhibition and Conven-tion CentreLocation: Manama, BahrainEmail: [email protected]: http://gulfpropertyshow.net/index.php/en/

3rd Annual Lighting QatarOrganizer: Advanced Conferences & Meetings (ACM) Event date (s): 9 – 10 May Venue: Intercontinental Hotel The CityLocation: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 361 4001Fax: +971 4 361 4554Email: [email protected]: www.lightingtechqatar.com

Project Qatar 2016Organizer: IFP Qatar LLCEvent date (s): 9 – 12 May Venue: Doha Exhibition & Convention Centre (DECC)Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +974 44329900Fax: +974 44432891Email: [email protected]: www.projectqatar.com

Heavy Max 2016Organizer: IFP Qatar LLCEvent date (s): 9 – 12 May Venue: Doha Exhibition & Convention Centre (DECC)Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +974 44329900Fax: +974 44432891Email: [email protected]: www.heavymaxqatar.com

Qatar StoneTech 2016Organizer: IFP Qatar LLCEvent date (s): 9 – 12 May Venue: Doha Exhibition & Convention Centre (DECC)Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +974 44329900Fax: +974 44432891Email: [email protected]: www.qatarstone-tech.com

2nd Annual Future BIM Implementation QatarOrganizer: Advanced Conferences & Meetings (ACM) Event date (s): 11 – 12 May

Venue: Intercontinental Hotel The CityLocation: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 361 4001Fax: +971 4 361 4554Email: [email protected]: www.futurebimqatar.com

World Stadium CongressOrganizer: IQPC Middle EastEvent Date (s): 16 – 19 MayVenue: Lusail ArenaLocation: Lusail, QatarTel: +971 4364 2975Email: [email protected]: www.worldstadiumcongress.com

6th Annual Underground Infrastructure and Deep Foundations QatarOrganizer: IQPC Middle EastEvent Date (s): 22 – 25 MayVenue: TBALocation: Doha, QatarTel: +971 4364 2975Email: [email protected]: www.undergroundfoundations.com

Trans4 QatarOrganizer: Ejtemaat Knowledge NetworkEvent date (s): 24 – 26 May Venue: Doha Exhibition and Convention CenterLocation: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 883 8809Fax: +971 4 355 1352Email: [email protected]: www.trans4qatar.com

MEED Quality Award for ProjectsOrganizer: MEEDEvent date (s): 25 May Venue: TBCLocation: DubaiTel: +974 4390 0045Email: [email protected] Website: www.MEED.com/MQAP

Qatar Oxygen Company W.L.L 41st Street, New Industrial Area P.O. Box 22386, Doha, Qatar Tel: +974 4114603 / 4 / 5, Fax: +974 4114350 Mob: +974 5509 6106 Email: [email protected]

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Project Title Client Main Contractor Value Range (QR) Million Project Status Type of Project

Twin Towers M/s. Commercial Development M/s. Arabtec 500-750 Piling & Shoring Hotel and Office Buildings

Audit Bureau Towers M/s. Al Attiya Group Trading Co. Not Appointed 400-600 Tender Stage Offices / Residential Towers

Al Waab Mall M/s. Qatar Industrial Services Man Enterprize, Qatar 300-400 Under Construction Mall

CBQ Boulevard CBQ HBK N/A Under Construction Commercial, Bank, Office Plaza

Five Residential Towers at Viva Bahriya at the Pear (project management) Qatar Islamic Bank AFQCO & REDCO - Al Mana 1.2-1.4 bn Under Construction Residential Towers

Doha Festival City (Package 3250,3100 and 7500 Basrec GCC/ALEC JV N/A Under Construction Retail Mall

Commercial Tower on Plot Com/49 Al Sedian Company Yousuf Al Mahmoud Al Balagh Trading & Contracting Co. W.L.L. N/A Under Construction Office Building - Tower

Office Tower (3B+G+22 Floors) Plot Com-50 at Lusail Marina Qatar Trading Agency Redco - Al Mana N/A Under Construction Office Building

Marsa Malaz Hotel at the Pear Qatar (Main Works) Alfardan Properties Co. CDC N/A Under Construction Hotel

Qatar Sidra Village Project Mazaya Qatar Real Estate Development QSC Sinohydro Group Limited N/A Under Construction Residential

CBQ Towers at VB20 & VB21 CBQ Power Line Engineering - Qatar W.L.L. N/A Under Construction Residential Towers

Al Rabban Suites Hotel Apartments (3B+G+M+50Floors) Al Sarh Real Estate WLL CRC N/A Under Construction Residential

Office Buildings (3B+G+22) at Lusail Marina District Sh. Hamad Bin Faisal Al Thani REDCO – Al Mana N/A Under Construction Office Building

Holiday Inn at Business Park He Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Al-Thani Man Enterprises Qatar, WLL N/A Under Construction Hotel

Al Baker Executive Towers Ahmed Abed El Aziz Al Baker Construction and Reconstruc-tion Co. 675 Under Construction Office Building

Al Nour Tower Private Investor Orientals Enterprises N/A Under Construction Residential

Al Nasr Showroom Shiekh Abdullah Bin Naser Al Thani Construction and Reconstruc-tion Co. 85 Under Construction Commercial

Police Training Institute MOI Hassanesco Co. N/A Under Construction Mixed Use

Panasonic Showroom & Residential Shk/Abdullah Bin Nasser Al Thani Construction and Reconstruc-tion Co. 205 Under Construction Commercial / Residential

Al Sadd Hotel Tricon International Atlantic Contracting Co. 150 Under Construction Hotels

Blusail Furnished Apartment at Lusail (3B+G+10) H.E SH Abdulla Bin Mohamed Al Thani Not appointed N/A Tendering Stage Residential Building

E's Hail Communication Network Building at Duhailiyat Camp Qatar Armed Forces Not appointed N/A Tendering Stage Office Building

Development of Ooredoo TEC Complex at Industrial Area Ooredoo Not appointed N/A Design Stage Commercial Complex

Private Villa at Pearl Qatar Private Client Not appointed N/A Design Stage Villa

Doha Education Centre Doha Education Centre Not appointed 30-50 Million Design stage Education

Step 1 International Academy Step 1 International Academy Not appointed 20-40 Million Design stage School

Mix 11 Hotel Tower at Lusail City Real Estate Services Group N/A 600 Million Design Stage Hotel

Al Jassasiyah White Beach Palace UrbaCon Trading & Contracting (UCC) N/A 400 Million Design Stage Mixed-Use

Marina Com 05 Tower at Lusail City Private Engineering Office / Mashour Real Estate Group N/A 315 Million Construction Stage Office / Commercial

Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry Building Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry N/A 270 Million Design Stage Office

Com 02 - Barwa Bank Headquarters at Lusail City Barwa / Hilson Moran N/A 250 Million Design Stage Office

National Cyber Security Center Ministry of Interior / Al Ali International N/A 180 Million Design Stage Office

Police College Academy MOI N/A N/A Tender Stage Educational Complex

Health Care Centers (Pacakge 4 & 5) PWA ITC/UCE 600 Under Construction Medical Centers

Construction of Head Quarters Bldg. for Ministry of Interior MOI WCT N/A Under Construction Administrative and Office Building

Multi-level Cars Park at Hamad International Airport Qatar Airways N/A 600 Design Stage Cars Park

Logistic City Qatar Navigation Ramco 450M Under Construction Warehouses

Headquarter of General Directorate of Borders, Passports & Travel Document Department Ministry of Interior Not Appointed N/A Tender Stage Administrative and Office Bldg.

Construction of 56 Nos. New Schools (Stage 9B) PWA Al Huda/Al Sraiya/JTC 500 Under Construction Educational Building

Al Emadi Twin Towers IBA GROUP Not Appointed 400 Design Stage Commercial / Offices Towers

City Tower Mr. Saeed Ben Zayed El-Khayareen Al-Huda 200-250 Under Construction Office Building

Fahd Suite - Apartment Hotel FBA GROUP Not Appointed 200 Detail Stage Shopping Mall & Office Tower

IBA Hotel IBA GROUP Not Appointed 200 Under Construction Hotel

Construction of American Hospital in Lusail Alwataniya Holding Not Appointed Confidential Tender Stage Hospital

5 Star Hotel Mr.Ali Abdulla Q A Al Emadi Not Appointed 108 Million DC-2 Stage Hotel

Qatar National Bank Branches QNB Not Appointed 20 Million under construction Bank

Qatar Driving School Almal Holding Not Appointed 120 Million Permit Stage Driving Academy

Gulf Pearl Office Building Gulf Pearls Company Gulf Pearl 40 Million Design Stage Residential Building

Office Building in Energy City Mr. Abdulla Abdul Rehman Abdulla Haidar Not Appointed 38 Million DC-1 Stage Corporate Offices

A Jazeera Finance Headquarter-Fut out Al Jazeera Finance Living Interior 9 Million Under Construction fit out

Consultancy Services for Additional Floors Fit-out at Al Bida Tower Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy Not Appointed Not Applicable Tender Stage fit out

ACES(Arab Center for Engineering Studies) ACES RAMCO Engineering 22 Million Tender Stage Industrial Building

C6 - LUSAIL REGENCY REAL ESTATE NA 165,540,000.00 DESIGN STAGE MIXED USE BUILDING

MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT INDS. AREA MR. IBRAHIM AL ASMAKH NA 135,000,000.00 ON - GOING COMMERCIAL

C5 - LUSAIL RABBAN GROUP NA 126,319,000.00 DESIGN STAGE MIXED USE BUILDING

MIXED USE BUILDING (2B+G+8F)-C5 MR. IBRAHIM AL ASMAKH NA 114,080,000.00 ON - GOING COMMERCIAL

C4 - LUSAIL REGENCY REAL ESTATE NA 108,070,000.00 DESIGN STAGE HOTEL APARTMENTS

FV7 - MULTI PURPOSE HALL/ART CENTRE REGENCY REAL ESTATE NA 67,500,000.00 DESIGN STAGE COMMERCIAL

AL AHLI CLUB SH. AHMAD BIN HAMAD AL THANI NA 54,000,000.00 SERVICE DESIGN COMMERCIAL

FV9 AL ASMAKH HEAD OFFICE IN SUSAIL REGENCY REAL ESTATE NA 38,000,000.00 DESIGN STAGE OFFICE BUILDING

FOXHILLS - A30 FURSAN REAL STATE NA 32,627,000.00 DESIGN STAGE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING

FOXHILLS - D49 REGENCY REAL ESTATE NA 29,299,000.00 DESIGN STAGE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING



FOXHILLS - A13 REGENCY REAL ESTATE NA 24,918,000.00 DESIGN STAGE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING


NOTE: Whilst we take pride in keeping our Consultants Database with the most up-to-date information, please note that the above information is provided by the Consultants mentioned in the list; therefore QCS in not responsible for any incorrect data.

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TRAGS Electrical Engineering & Air Conditioning Co. W.L.LJaidah Tower Ist Floor, Abdul Aziz Bin Ahmed Street P.O. Box 470, Doha – QatarTel +974 44 41 42 11, Fax + 974 44 41 33 06 [email protected]

HVAC - Plumbing & Drainage - Fire Fighting - Electrical & ELV - Energy Centers - Street Lighting - Maintenance - Facility Management

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